Obituary for Ronald Edwin Sundre February 10, 1927 – November 18, 2023 Ronald Edwin Sundre, 96, of Raymond, passed away on Saturday, Nov. 18, 2023 at Ridgewood Care Center with his son Steve at his side. Ronald Edwin Sundre Ronald was born in Grover, Wis., on Feb. 10, 1927, the son of the late Rudolph […]
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Nancy Ann Kizewic, 94, spent many summers enjoying nature, fishing, hiking
Obituary for Nancy Ann Kizewic January 9, 1929 – October 25, 2023 Nancy Ann Kizewic (née Wangerin), 94, of Seymour, Ind., passed away in her sleep on Oct. 25, 2023, at her daughter’s home. Nancy Ann Kizewic Nancy was born in Milwaukee, Wis., on Jan. 9, 1929, to the late Chester Wangerin and Eunice (née […]
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Irving V. Marko, 85, served in the Army, worked in construction
Obituary for Irving V. Marko September 19, 1938 – November 29, 2023 Irving V. Marko, “Sonny,” 85, of Kenosha, passed away at Grand Prairie Health and Rehabilitation Center, on Wednesday, Nov. 29. Irving V. Marko He was born in Kenosha on Sept. 19, 1938, the son of the late Irvin and Irene (née Gates) Marko. […]
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Christopher G. Reitzenstein, 19, loved traveling, music, spending time with his girlfriend
Obituary for Christopher G. Reitzenstein January 9, 2004 – November 17, 2023 Christopher G. Reitzenstein, 19, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. Christopher G. Reitzenstein Chris was born in Racine on Jan. 9, 2004. He graduated from Washington Park High School in 2022. Chris was working on his carpentry apprenticeship. […]
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24th annual Society’s Assets Youth Art Contest: 3 students at Union Grove excel
UNION GROVE — Three seniors at Union Grove Union High School, 3433 S Colony Ave. have earned top placements in the 24th annual Society’s Assets Youth Art Contest. Teagan Johnson, Mehlia Michna, and Dana Petersen were named the top finishers for their artwork promoting disability awareness. Society’s Assets Youth Art Contest The 24th annual Society’s […]
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Benji: Wisconsin Humane Society featured pet for Dec. 20
This week’s featured pet from the Wisconsin Humane Society is Benji. This sweet, shaggy boy weighs 44 pounds and is available for adoption at the Wisconsin Humane Society Racine Campus. Benji is a “volunteer pick” at the shelter and has been described as happy, friendly, and great at walking on a leash. This handsome guy […]
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Nonana LaGale Allen, 47, loved collecting teddy bears, celebrating her birthday, blasting R&B
Obituary for Nonana LaGale Allen January 29, 1976 – November 13, 2023 Nonana LaGale Allen, also known as Bullet, closed her eyes for the last time on Nov. 13, 2023, at the age of 47, in Racine. She was born on Jan. 29, 1976, in Racine, to James Allen and Helen Beavers. David Tyler stepped […]
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Marilyn L. Schulz, 94, is survived by a host of grandchildren and great-grandchildren
Obituary for Marilyn L. Schulz August 24, 1929 – November 16, 2023 Marilyn L. Schulz, 94, passed away at her residence on Thursday, Nov. 16, 2023. Marilyn L. Schulz Marilyn was born in Astoria, N.Y., on Aug. 24, 1929, to Harry and Violet (née Gesser) Brassfield. She married Harold A. Schulz, who survives her, along […]
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June Marie Peksa, 89, enjoyed knitting, crocheting, sitting outside
Obituary for June Marie Peksa April 15, 1934 – November 17, 2023 June Marie Peksa, 89, of Racine, passed away at Pleasant Point Senior Living-Racine on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. She was born in Milwaukee on April 15, 1934, the daughter of the late Albert and Esther (née Steinke) Basel. June Marie Peksa On Aug. […]
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Norma C. Miller, 74, loved traveling to Mexico, cooking, watching “Law and Order”
Obituary for Norma C. Miller February 10, 1949 – November 17, 2023 Norma C. Miller (née Jones), 74, passed away at Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital – Elmbrook Campus on Friday, Nov. 17, 2023. Norma C. Miller Norma was born in Chicago to Columbus and Charlie (née Mann) Jones. She worked at Ocean Spray Cranberries as […]
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Vanessa Elizabeth Johnson, 44, had a passion for old school cars, treasured time with her nieces and nephews
Obituary for Vanessa Elizabeth Johnson June 14, 1979 – December 15, 2023 Vanessa Elizabeth Johnson, 44, passed away unexpectedly Friday, Dec. 15, 2023, at Ascension All Saints Hospital. She was born in Racine, June 14, 1979, the daughter of Isaac and Jean (née Delveaux) Johnson Jr. Vanessa Elizabeth Johnson Vanessa graduated from Washington Park High […]
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Charlotte Gail Fusek, 76, enjoyed singing along at church and to her husband’s guitar
Obituary for Charlotte Gail Fusek February 28, 1947 – November 20, 2023 Charlotte Gail Fusek, 76, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Monday, Nov. 20, 2023. Charlotte Gail Fusek Charlotte was born to the late Glendale and Dorothy (née Knickelbein) Hagstrom on Feb. 28, 1947, in Yamhill, Oregon. She was united in marriage […]
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Artists Gallery names Nelson and Gagliano Averkamp December’s artists of the month
RACINE — Samantha Nelson and Veronica Gagliano Averkamp have been named the artists of the month at the Artists Gallery, 401 Main St. During the month of December, the gallery will focus on the work of these artists. More about the artist: Samantha Nelson Nelson is an experienced artist whose ceramic work is highlighted at the gallery […]
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2 ArtRoot Writer-in-Residence spots open, applications close Dec. 24
RACINE COUNTY – Applications are now open for Racine’s ArtRoot Writer-In-Residence program, and are due by midnight on Dec. 24, 2023. Two sixth-month projects are available through this initiative headed by ArtRoot. The mission of the Racine Literacy Council: “To provide an array of literacy services that allow Racine County residents to attain their full […]
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Joyce A. Peterson, 91, made elaborate wedding cakes from her kitchen, decorated her Christmas trees ‘to perfection’
Obituary for Joyce A. Peterson April 2, 1932 – December 14, 2023 Joyce A. Peterson (née Cadman), 91, passed away Thursday, Dec. 14, surrounded in love at the Elizabeth Residence in Oak Creek. She was born on April 2, 1932, in Huerfano County, Colo., and raised by her parents, Joseph and Theresia Lindner on a […]