Obituary for Charles Evan Griffiths Jr. December 4, 1951 – February 18, 2024 Charles Evan Griffiths Jr., “Chuck,” 72, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday Feb. 18, 2024, at his residence. Charles was born in Racine on Dec. 4, 1951, the son of the late Charles and Catherine (née Koelsch) Griffiths. Charles Evan Griffiths Jr. Chuck […]
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Michael J. Baus, 70, enjoyed yard work, yoga, the great outdoors
Obituary for Michael J. Baus April 14, 1953 – January 31, 2024 Michael J. Baus passed away on Jan. 31, 2024, at the age of 70 with his family lovingly at his side. Michael J. Baus Born April 14, 1953, to Raymond and Marcedes (née Stender) Baus. He served in the United States Army after […]
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Lawrence I. Nielsen, 89, was a gifted woodworker, role model to many
Obituary for Lawrence I. Nielsen August 2, 1934 – February 15, 2024 Lawrence I. Nielsen, 89, passed away peacefully on Feb. 15, 2024, surrounded by his family. Lawrence I. Nielsen Larry was born Aug. 2, 1934, of the late Henry and Pearl (née Stapleman) Nielsen. He attended Horlick High School and was a lifetime resident […]
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Alexander S. Mandli Sr., 94, worked as a carpenter and locksmith for RUSD
Obituary for Alexander S. Mandli Sr. May 8, 1929 – January 11, 2024 Alexander S. Mandli Sr., “Alex,” 94, passed away Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, at St. Monica’s Senior Living. He was born in Mount Pleasant, Wis., on May 8, 1929, the son of Joseph and Elizabeth (née Vernel) Mandli. Alexander S. Mandli Sr. Alex […]
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John M. Jensen, 69, loved volunteering at The Racine Veterans Village and Habitat for Humanity
Obituary for John M. Jensen March 18, 1954 – January 31, 2024 John M. Jensen, 69, passed away unexpectedly at Ascension All Saints Hospital on Wednesday Jan. 31, 2024. He was born in Racine on March 18, 1954, the son of John and Helen (née Sorensen) Jensen. John M. Jensen John was a 1972 graduate […]
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Michael John Asselin, 74, loved hunting, camping and traveling
Obituary for Michael John Asselin February 24, 1949 – February 2, 2024 Michael John Asselin, 74, passed away unexpectedly Friday, Feb. 2, 2024, at Ascension All Saints Hospital. He was born in Brooks, Minn., Feb. 24, 1949, the seventh of 10 children of the late Harvey and Madonna (née Lussier) Asselin. Michael John Asselin Mike […]
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Brian James Nelsen, 77, enjoyed riding his Harley-Davidson
Obituary for Brian James Nelsen December 17, 1946 – January 25, 2024 Brian James Nelsen, 77, passed away peacefully at Hospice Alliance-Hospice House on Thursday evening, Jan. 25, 2024. Brian James Nelsen Brian was born in Racine on Dec. 17, 1946, and was a graduate of William Horlick High School “Class of 1965.” Brian faithfully […]
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Willie Anthony Woods, 64, will be remembered as a loving, caring jokester
Obituary for Willie Anthony Woods May 17, 1959 – January 11, 2024 Willie Anthony Woods, 64, passed away on Thursday, Jan. 11, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Willie Anthony Woods Willie was born in Arkansas to the late Jeanetta Johnson on May 17, 1959. He was united in marriage to Kathy Rubio on Nov. […]
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Lynn Charles Torner, 81, loved traveling, fishing, sports
Obituary for Lynn Charles Torner March 29, 1942 – January 16, 2024 Lynn Charles Torner, 81, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, Jan. 16, 2024. Lynn Charles Torner Lynn was born in Milwaukee to the late Charles and Agnes Torner (née Nowacki) on March 29, 1942. He was united in marriage to Eugenia Seckler on Aug. […]
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Edward W. Hood, 92, was known as “Mr. Fix It” when he volunteered at Toys for Tots
Obituary for Edward W. Hood October 20, 1931 – December 23, 2023 Edward W. Hood, 92, passed away on Dec. 23, 2023, after a brief illness. Edward W. Hood A lifelong resident of Racine, Ed graduated from Washington Park High School in 1951 where he played football, basketball and ran track. Ed was a lifelong […]
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John Karl Klinkhammer, 84, will be remembered for his storytelling and work ethic
Obituary for John Karl Klinkhammer November 3, 1951 – December 16, 1939 John Karl Klinkhammer, 84, passed away unexpectedly, yet peacefully, in the emergency room of Ascension All Saints Hospital on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024. John Karl Klinkhammer A lifetime resident, John was born in Racine on Dec. 16, 1939, to the late Karl and […]
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Angel R. Ortiz, 87, enjoyed fishing up north, bowling, casino trips
Obituary for Angel R. Ortiz March 22, 1936 – January 14, 2024 Angel R. Ortiz, 87, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, Jan. 14, 2024. Angel R. Ortiz Angel was born in Cotulla, Texas, on March 22, 1936, to Lorenzo and Epigmenia (née Rodriguez) Ortiz. He faithfully served our country with the United States […]
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Benjamin Franklin Brown, 89, was a lead fireman at St. Luke’s Hospital
Obituary for Benjamin Franklin Brown January 22, 1934 – December 17, 2023 Benjamin Franklin Brown, age 89, passed away Sunday, Dec. 17, 2023, at his residence. He was born Jan. 22, 1934, in Hayward, Wis., son of the late Benjamin and Frieda (née Rolfe) Brown. Benjamin was the oldest of 22 siblings. Benjamin Franklin Brown […]
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Jay Thomas Acklam, 75, was a lifetime member of the Winchester Gun Club, loved nature and camping
Obituary for Jay Thomas Acklam October 19, 1948 – January 8, 2024 Jay Thomas Acklam, 75, passed away peacefully on Monday Jan. 8, 2024, at Aurora Medical Center in Kenosha. Jay was born in Racine on Oct. 19, 1948, the son of the late George and Mary Jane (née Petersen) Acklam. Jay Thomas Acklam Jay […]
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Robert C. Tempesta, 82, won awards at car shows for his auto body restoration expertise
Obituary for Robert C. Tempesta June 17, 1941 – January 7, 2024 Robert C. Tempesta, 82, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024. He was born in Racine on June 17, 1941, the son of the late Ezio and Sarah (née Graceffa) Tempesta. He graduated from William Horlick High School […]