Sister Valerie Zielinski, O.P., 92, passed away at Lourdes Nursing Home in Waterford Township, Michigan on Friday. Clara was born on February 12, 1926 to Ignatius and Anna (nee: Jastrzemska) in Detroit, Michigan. On August 30, 1941 she joined the Racine Dominicans and at her reception in 1942 she was given the religious name Sister […]
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Lucille Buchman Loved Weekends In Wautoma
Lucille Buchman, 91, peacefully passed away surrounded by family on Monday, March 5, 2018. She was born in Racine on March 26, 1926, to the late William and Lena (Schnetter) DuMont. On September 7, 1946, at St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church she was united in marriage to her beloved Charles Buchman who preceded her in […]
Tom Klaus Supported St. Cat’s Basketball
Thomas J. Klaus, 71, passed away Friday, December 1, 2017. Tom was born in Racine on June 12, 1946, and was the son of the late William and Elizabeth (Nee: Uvegas) Klaus. Tom was a proud graduate of St. Catherine’s High School and loved cheering on the boys’ basketball team. For his loyalty and support, […]
Caroline Schneider Had A Friendly Demeanor
Caroline Regina Schneider, 91, passed away on Saturday at Ascension All Saints Hospital. She was born in Elroy, Wisconsin on February 17, 1926, and was the daughter of the late Joseph and Rose (Nee: Vanetta) Schneider. Caroline was raised in Elroy and moved to Chicago at age 16. Following WWII she moved to Racine and […]
Ione Wemmert Enjoyed Being Involved
Ione E. Wemmert, 97, passed away peacefully on Tuesday. Ione was born in Racine on September 22, 1920, and was the daughter of the late Stephen and Rose (Rauschke) Kosterman. She was a proud graduate of William Horlick High School “Class of 1938”. During World War II, she was employed with J.I. Case Company. On […]
Violet Sanders Devoted Life To Family
Surrounded by her loving family, Violet Mary Margaret Sanders, 92, passed away on Thursday at Ascension All Saints Medical Center. Violet was born in Racine on May 13, 1925, and was the beloved daughter of the late Frank and Idabelle (Nee: VanBree) Miller. On March 4, 1947, she was united in marriage to William W. […]
Linda Braun Touched Many Lives
On October 14th, Linda Sue Braun peacefully fell asleep surrounded by her Books of the Word and awoke in heaven. She was born in Racine on May 31st, 1951, daughter of Josephine (Nee: Malanche) Mulder and Donald Braun. She was raised in Racine and was a lifelong resident. Linda touched many lives throughout her employments; […]
Mary Prochaska Enjoyed Collecting
Mary J. Prochaska, 93, passed away on Tuesday at Ridgewood Care Center. Mary was born in Barron County, Wisconsin on August 15, 1924, and was the daughter of the late Anton and Josephine (Nee: Killar) Duda. On September 10, 1946 she was united in marriage to Francis W. Prochaska who preceded her in death in […]
Bill Widmar Sr. Was A Skilled Electrician And Amateur Ham Radio Operator
Willard “Bill” M. Widmar Sr., 81, passed away on Tuesday at his residence. He was born in Racine on March 3, 1936, and was the son of the late Anthony and Clotilda (Nee: Meyers) Widmar. Bill graduated from St. Catherine’s High School “Class of 1955”. He proudly served his country in the United States Navy […]
Tyrice Creed Was Full Of Energy And Love
Tyrice Brian Creed, 4, received his wings on Monday. Tyrice was born in Racine on May 29, 2013, the son of Razelle and Nichole (Nee: Pitchford) Creed. Full of energy and love, Tyrice enjoyed playing with cars and watching his favorite cartoon Paw Patrol. He will forever be remembered for his beautiful smile and endless […]
Obituary: Marilyn Nikolai Volunteered For Years
Marilyn H. Nikolai, 86, passed away at her home on Wednesday. Born in Racine on May 1, 1931, Marilyn is the daughter of the late Harvey and Magdalene (nee: Fischer) Schemel and had been a lifelong resident. She graduated from St. Catherine’s High School in 1949. Marilyn married to Herbert C. Nikolai on August 13, […]
Obituary: Sister Oda Marie DeGroot Gave A Lifetime of Service
Sister Oda Marie DeGroot, O.P., 100, passed away at Lakeshore Manor, Racine on Wednesday. Born October 27, 1916, Oda Marie was the daughter of Henry and Wilhelmina (nee: Hurkmans) DeGroot in Northland, MI. On August 30, 1937, Lambertha Mary joined the Racine Dominicans and at her reception in 1938 she was given the religious name […]
Obituary: Peggy Ann Heck Was An Animal Rescue Advocate
Surrounded by her loving family, Peggy Ann Heck, age 59, passed away Tuesday at her residence. Peggy was born in Woodstock, IL, January 29, 1958, daughter of the late Lawrence and Betty (Nee: Koljer) Murray. She grew up in McHenry, IL and graduated from McHenry High School “Class of 1976”. Peggy was employed for twenty years […]
Obituary: Nancee Getman Adored Animals
Nancee J. Getman, age 78, passed away Wednesday at Kenosha Estates. Nancee was born in Racine, April 16, 1938, daughter of the late Nicholas and Mary (Nee: Kuehmann) Cespkes. Nancee loved cats and adored all animals and was a member of the Racine Zoological Society. She enjoyed attending art museums and was an avid gardener. […]
Obituary: Olivia Lipari Lived Life With Gusto And Laughter
Surrounded by her family, Olivia C. Lipari, age 93, passed away peacefully Saturday at St. Monica’s. She was born in Racine, February 18, 1923, daughter of the late Rosario and Maria (Nee: Imbrogno) DeRose. She graduated from Wm. Horlick High School “Class of 1941” and worked for Webster Electric Co. during World War II. On […]