Obituary for Adam Torres February 28, 1964 – April 9, 2023 Adam Torres was born into eternal life on April 9, 2023, at age 59. He passed away unexpectedly at Ascension All Saints Hospital in Racine, Wis. Adam was born in Dilley, Texas, on Feb. 28, 1964, the son of the late Esperanza Martinez Velazquez, […]
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Barbara Ann Jarstad, 72, loved taking care of others
Obituary for Barbara Ann Jarstad April 13, 1950 – April 5, 2023 Barbara Ann Jarstad, age 72, passed away at home on Wednesday, April 5, 2023. Barbara Ann Jarstad Barbara was born on April 13, 1950, in Racine. She was the only child to Opal Butterfield; loving wife of 56 years to Robert Jarstad; mother […]
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Bernadine LeeAnn Agne, born still on March 19
Obituary for Bernadine LeeAnn Agne Bernadine LeeAnn Agne, was born still in Racine, on March 19, 2023. Bernadine LeeAnn Agne Left to remember her memory are her parents, Denise and Andrew Agne (Racine); siblings, Evelyn, Arielly, and Whyatt; grandparents, Rebecca and Lisa Straley (Racine), David Westerby (Racine), and Cindy Pintar (Kenosha); aunts/god-mothers, Karrina Westerby (Racine), […]
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Beverly Ann Lunn, 74, was an avid reader and enjoyed travel
Obituary for Beverly Ann Lunn Beverly Ann Lunn, 74, of Racine, passed away on March 11, 2023, at St. Monica’s Senior Living. Beverly was born in Racine on June 10, 1948, to the late Howard and Alma (nee Lamb) Whalen. She was a graduate of Racine Lutheran High School, class of 1966. Her calling for […]
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Frank D. D’Acquisto, 76, enjoyed the camaraderie at hunting camp
Obituary for Frank D. D’Acquisto Frank D. D’Acquisto, 76, of Mount Pleasant, passed away on Saturday, March 11, 2023, at Ridgewood Care Center. Frank was born in Engelsdorf, Germany on August 9, 1946, to the late Dominic F. and Ingeborg (nee: Hentschel) D’Acquisto. Frank D. D’Acquisto He was a 1965 graduate of Park High School. […]
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Woody Edward Farris, 80, treasured time spent with his family
Obituary for Woody Edward Farris With his wife of 34 years at his side, Woody Edward Farris, age 80, passed away peacefully at home Tuesday, March 6, 2023. He was born in Dora, Alabama, on Dec. 16, 1942, the son of the late Samuel C. Farris and Lee Anna Emery. Woody Edward Farris Woody graduated […]
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Jonathan ‘Jon’ C. Knutson, 41, was happiest bringing joy to others
Obituary for Jonathan ‘Jon’ C. Knutson Mr. Jonathan C. Knutson, age 41, of Sturtevant, passed away at Ascension All Saints Hospital on March 23, 2023. He was born in Racine on April 21, 1981, the son of the late Steven Knutson and Renee (nee: Mertins) Knutson. Jonathan C. Knutson Jonathan enjoyed working on vehicles and […]
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Josephine Sophie Lock, 91, ‘grandma teacher,’ was an artistic inspiration
Obituary for Josephine Sophie Lock Josephine Sophie Lock, age 91, passed away Friday, March 3, 2023, at Froedtert Pleasant Prairie Hospital. She was born in Sheboygan, WI, on Sept. 29, 1931, the daughter of the late Walter and Mary Zawatzke. Josephine Sophie Lock Josephine was employed by Western Publishing for several years until her retirement. […]
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Trudy Elze Jurgens, 68, enjoyed travel with family
Obituary for Trudy Elze Jurgens Edltraud “Trudy” Elze Jurgens, 68, passed away on Feb. 16, 2023, at Accent Care Hospice. Trudy was born to Edward Meger Sr. and Alma Meger. Trudy Elze Jurgens Trudy enjoyed growing up near North Beach in Racine, Wis. and had many adventures with her brother and friends. She loved her […]
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Doris Mae Yarrington, 94, enjoyed many hobbies and travel
Obituary for Doris Mae Yarrington Doris Mae Yarrington, one day short of 94 years of age, passed away at her home in Mount Pleasant on Feb. 25, 2023. Doris was born in Mondovi, Wis. to Clarence and Anna (nee Anderson) Gunderson on Feb. 26, 1929. She was united in marriage to Ken Arlan Yarrington in […]
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A parade of love: How one family said good-bye in the age of social distancing
Sandra Lynn Gravunder, 77, died on April 14.But her family couldn’t have an in-person funeral.So friends and family paraded through the cemetaryTo show their loveAnd support for the familySandra loved Jesus.Her faith was ever present.Her husband Roger served on the Racine Fire Department and they showed their support too.While the families kept their distance from […]
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Dolores Liedich Was An Accomplished Musician
Dolores G. Liedich, 87, passed away on Monday at her residence. Dolores was born in Racine on August 28, 1930, the daughter of the late Ozzie and Harriet Liedich. She was also preceded in death by her brother William. An accomplished musician, Dolores played the accordion, organ and guitar and performed with Lawrence Welk and […]
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Margueritte “Muggs” Weber Was An Avid Card Player
Margueritte “Muggs” Weber, 87, was received by the Lord on Monday. She was born in Racine, Wisconsin on January 29, 1931, the daughter of the late Paul and Frieda (Nee: Mundstock) Groenke. Muggs graduated from Washington Park High School in 1948. She was united in marriage to the late Robert W. Weber on June 30, […]
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Donna Katt Remembered For Being An Excellent Cook
Surrounded by her loving family, Donna L. Katt, 85, passed away on Monday at her residence. She was born in St. Paul, Minnesota on September 17, 1932, the daughter of the late Clarence and Doris (Nee: Jackson) Mehlhorn. Donna with her late husband, Bendt, owned and operated Bendtsen’s Bakery where she excelled in management and […]
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Bette Kirsh Worked For S.C. Johnson For Over 30 Years
Bette J. Kirsh, 90, passed away on Sunday at Ascension All Saints Medical Center. She is survived by sons, Jeff Kirsh, John Kirsh, both of Racine; brother-in-law, Joseph Rauch of Racine; nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents, Harold and Ingeborg (Nee: Tigges) Carlson; her husband, Raymond G. Kirsh; two sisters, […]