Obituary for Allen James LaFave August 11, 1947 – September 29, 2023 Allen James LaFave, age 76, passed away peacefully at Aurora-St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee on Friday, Sept. 29, 2023, surrounded with the love of family. Allen James LaFave Allen was born in Prairie du Chien, Wis., on Aug. 11, 1947, to Alfred […]
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Patrick Joseph Hagarty, 54, loved fishing with his son, watching science fiction movies
Obituary for Patrick Joseph Hagarty March 21, 1969 – August 27, 2023 Patrick Joseph Hagarty, 54, passed away unexpectedly at his residence on Sunday, Aug. 27, 2023. He was born in Racine on March 21, 1969, the son of John and Carole (née Zitt) Hagarty. Patrick Joseph Hagarty Patrick proudly and faithfully served his country […]
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Vernon Clare Spaulding, 81, remembered for profound faith, service in Marines
Obituary for Vernon Clare Spaulding April 24, 1942 – June 15, 2023 Vernon Clare Spaulding, 81, passed away peacefully at home early Thursday morning, June 15. Vernon Clare Spaulding Vernon was born in Racine on April 24, 1942, to the late Benjamin and Frances (nee: Jantz) Spaulding. He proudly served our country with the United […]
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Richard Allen Hynek, 82, helped in construction of Carthage College, Racine Art Museum
Obituary for Richard Allen Hynek January 27, 1941 – June 10, 2023 Richard Allen Hynek, 82, passed away on June 10 at Oak Ridge Care Center in Union Grove. Richard was born to Lester and Eleanor (nee: Roberts) Hynek on Jan. 27, 1941, in Racine. He was united in marriage to Vicki Wanggaard in August […]
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Jeffrey Robert Lui, 66, had incredible love for his family
Obituary for Jeffrey Robert Lui Jeffrey Robert Lui, 66, passed away on Feb. 26, 2023, at The Villa surrounded by his loving family. Jeff was born in Racine, Wis. on July 30, 1956, to his mother Betty (nee Ager), and father Jerome Lui. Jeff attended St. Catherine’s High School and graduated in 1974. After a […]
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Veterans Day Spotlight: Slater raises awareness about the military’s impact and life after serving
This Veterans Day, a Racine local is choosing to share his story, as a veteran, in hopes to highlight how the military impacts service members. Christopher Slater, a former sergeant in the Marine Corps, served from 2011 to 2016. Prior to serving, Slater graduated from Washington Park High School in Racine. He dropped everything he […]