Obituary for Sister Christine Blommel, O.P. January 11, 1932 – November 15, 2023 Sister Christine Blommel, O.P., 91, passed away at Siena Center on Nov. 15, 2023. Sister Christine Blommel, O.P. Christine Blommel was born Jan. 11, 1932 to Herman J. and Dorothy (née Kolman) Blommel in Racine. On Sept. 15, 1950, she joined the […]
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Port-of-call #98; Golden Rule Peace Boat docks in Racine
RACINE — Nearing the end of a 10,000-mile, 15-month journey, the volunteer crew of the Golden Rule Peace Boat arrived at Racine’s Reefpoint Marina on Tuesday afternoon. The 30-foot, two-masted wooden sailboat is a project of Veterans for Peace that visits communities to educate the public about the dangers of nuclear weapons. The Golden Rule […]
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Sister Alice Rademacher, O.P., 86, spent many years in service to others
Obituary for Sister Alice Rademacher, O.P. November 13, 1936 – July 17, 2023 Sister Alice Rademacher, O.P., 86, passed away at Siena Center in Racine on Monday, July 17, 2023. Sister Alice Rademacher, O.P. Alice Rose was born on Nov. 13, 1936, to Leonard P. and Barbara (nee: Koenigsknecht) Rademacher in Fowler, Mich. On Sept. […]
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Sister Bernadine Pohl, O.P., 95, spent many years in service to others
Obituary for Sister Bernadine Pohl, O.P. March 12, 1928 – July 8, 2023 Sister Bernadine Pohl, O.P., 95, passed away at Siena Center, Racine, Wis., on Saturday, July 8, 2023. Sister Bernadine Pohl Mary Bernadine was born on March 12, 1928, to Louis J. & Catherine (nee: Thelen) Pohl in Fowler, Mich. On Sept. 5, […]
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Sister Alberta Bekkers, O.P., 89, lived a life of service
Obituary for Sister Alberta Bekkers, O.P. Sister Alberta Bekkers, O.P., 89, died at Ascension-All Saints Hospital, Racine on Sunday, Jan. 8, 2023. Wilhelmina Ann was born March 27, 1933, to Albert and Waltera (nee: Van Nuland) Bekkers in Combined Locks, WI. On Sept. 14, 1951, she joined the Racine Dominicans and at her reception in […]
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Jazz in July fundraiser supports Senior Companion Program
Jazz in July Jazz in July will take place on July 31, 2022, at St. Sebastian’s Catholic Church. This outdoor fundraising event will support and serve as a way to continue providing valuable resources for the Senior Companion Program, a nonprofit in Racine. The Senior Companion Program was founded in 1978 by the Racine Dominicans. Its mission […]
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March Forth to Earth Day: The Impact of the Pipeline on Mother Earth; Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women
The March Forth to Earth Day project, an Environmental Conservation Organization, started on March 4th, 2022. Rallies in various cities across Wisconsin kicked off a movement for the Earth and our future. Wisconsin activists and environmentalists have participated in eight consecutive weeks of activism focused on climate change. The project will conclude on Earth Day, […]
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Sister Mary Ellen Paulson Enjoyed Helping Others
Sister Mary Ellen Paulson, O.P., 92, died at Siena Center, Racine, WI on Monday, August 17. Catherine Ann was born April 8, 1928, to Norman and Margaret E. (nee: Brown) Paulson in Milwaukee, WI. On September 7, 1947, she joined the Racine Dominicans and at her reception in 1948, she was given the religious name […]
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Eco-Justice Fall Festival set for Sunday
The Eco-Justice Center Fall Festival and 5K run is Sunday. It will feature live music, food offerings, demonstrations, a petting zoo, raffle, gift shop, bake sale, veggie stand, children’s games, hay rides, story time in the tree house, hermitage tours, and face painting. The center is located at 5635 Erie St. Participants in the 5K […]
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Sister Brenda Walsh Spent Many Years In Service To Others
Sister Brenda Walsh, O.P., 85, passed away at Lakeshore Manor in Racine on Sunday. Delia Agnes was born on August 2, 1932 to James and Mary (nee: Brady) Walsh in Dangenmore, County Mayo, Ireland. On September 7, 1958 she joined the Racine Dominicans and at her reception in 1959 she was given the religious name […]
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Sister Lucy Edelbeck Spent Years In Service To Others
Sister Lucy Edelbeck, O.P., 95, passed away at Lakeshore Manor in Racine on Thursday. Eleanore Christine was born October 18, 1922 to Anton J. and Caroline (nee: DeGroot) Edelbeck in Wausaukee, WI. On August 29, 1939 she joined the Racine Dominicans and at her reception in 1940 she was given the religious name Sister Lucy. […]
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Sister Valerie Zielinski, O.P. Spent Years In Service To Others
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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Sister Roserita Kimmel Spent Many Years In Service To Others
Sister Roserita Kimmel, O.P., 85, passed away at Lakeshore Manor, Racine, Wisconsin on Friday. Mary Jane was born on January 15, 1933 to Dorsey and Rose Marie (nee: Feldpaush) Kimmel in Detroit, Michigan. On August 30, 1948 she joined the Racine Dominicans and at her reception in 1949 she was given the religious name Sister […]
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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 […]
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Obitaury: Sister Therese Rotarius Loved Her Work
Sister Therese Rotarius, O.P., 88, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital, Racine, WI on Friday, February 24, 2017. Theresa Cecilia was born May 9, 1928 to Peter and Agnes (nee: Morian) Rotarius in Warren, MI. On September 2, 1946 she joined the Racine Dominicans and at her reception in 1947 she was given the […]