RECENT OBITUARIES

Joan A. Kehl, 92, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully, Monday July, 14, 2025 at Oak Ridge Care Center in Union Grove. She was born on March 15, 1933 to the late Earl F. and Virginia M (Madison) Thomas in Kenosha.  She was educated in the schools of Kenosha. Joan married Donald R. Kehl on May […]

Janice (Jenny) M. Steinseifer, 97, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully, Tuesday, July 15, 2025 at Library Terrace. She was born on February 20, 1928 to the late Frank and Lillian (Gardinier) Ehmke in Kenosha.  She was educated in the public schools of Kenosha and for 4 years in Mt. Carmel, IL returning to Kenosha where […]

Sharon R. Pozza age 86 passed away on July 16, 2025, peacefully in the comfort of her home surrounded by family. Sharon was born January 14, 1939 in Kenosha to the late Corporal Edward E. Sr. and Viola (Marineau) Regnier.  She graduated from Kenosha Mary D. Bradford in 1956.  Sharon worked for Fansteel Metallurgical Corporation […]

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rita Maureen Fuchs, age 70, who left us on Monday, July 14, 2025. Born on March 7, 1955, to the late Raymond and Charlotte Reinke. She was a 1973 graduate of James Madison High School. Rita brought warmth, creativity, and compassion into the lives […]

Phyllis A. Nelson, age 93, passed away at Willowbrook Care Center on Sunday, July 13, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Phyllis was born on March 3, 1932, to Louis and Florence (Rubischum) Anagnos. On February 15, 1958, she was united in marriage to George Hamilton Nelson. He preceded her in death on March 19, […]

Donald J. Everett passed away peacefully at the age of 95 on Saturday, July 12, 2025. He was surrounded by his family at his home in Kenosha, Wisconsin. He was born on August 26, 1929, in Somers, Wisconsin to Marjorie (Uhlenberg) and Charles Everett and had five siblings. In his youth, Don attended Newberry Grade […]

Robert Kresch, 80, of Pleasant Prairie passed away on July 12, 2025, at Froedtert South Pleasant Prairie Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Robert was born on July 3, 1945, in Chicago, IL the son of the late Nick and Jeannette (McVicar) Kresch. He was educated in the schools of Chicago. Robert married Donna Shabaz […]

To all our family, church families, and friends with whom we have shared many wonderful years, we would like to inform you that Michael “Dodi” Godolley, my beloved husband and loving father to Michael Jr and Camillia Lapp, father-in-law to Craig Lapp, and grandfather to Jordan and Justin Lapp, returned his soul to our God […]

Denis James Loverine, 85 years old, lifelong resident of Kenosha, WI passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Aurora Medical Center, Kenosha, WI. He was born December 24, 1939, in Kenosha, WI the son of the late Joseph and Evelyn (Denis) Loverine. He attended St. Mary Grade school through high school, where he was the […]

Shirley May Hanlin was born June 17, 1948 to Peter and Mary Catherine Romanko in Jerseyville, Illinois. After battling cancer she passed on July 11, 2025 surrounded by those who loved her. Shirley’s faith in God turned a difficult time into a peaceful transition from earth to heaven. Shirley was preceded in death by her […]

Austin Hunter Merkling, 32, sadly left our world on July 7, 2025. He was born in Burlington, Wisconsin, in 1993.  The Son of Mark Merkling and Roxanne Olson (Setterman).  During his life Austin loved to collect Pokémon cards, baseball cards, everything Brewers, and matchbooks.  He was an avid Milwaukee Brewers fan that led him to […]

Dave Leto was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend whose warmth, humor, and kindness touched the lives of all who knew him. Born in Kenosha, Wisconsin, Dave was the beloved son of Robert and Marilyn (Mylnarek) Leto. He was raised in a loving home and educated at St. Mary’s Catholic School and Tremper […]

Peter Allen Wynstra, age 82, a lifelong resident of Kenosha, Wisconsin, passed away at his residence on June 30th, 2025. Pete was born on August 22, 1942, to the late Sydney and Catholine (DeHamer) Wynstra in Kenosha. He graduated from Bradford High School and went on to Trinity Christian College, Racine-Kenosha County Teachers College, and […]

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Kenneth V. Kless, who left us on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at the age of 80. Born on May 9, 1945, to Vito and Joan Kless.  Ken played many roles to people he cared for in his life, and had many names besides Kenneth, […]

Willie Roy Marks passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 29, 2025, at the age of 87. Born in Warren, Arkansas, he was the beloved son of Bennie Marks and Ollie (Ganner) Marks. A loving husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. Willie will be remembered for his strength, generosity, humor, and his boundless love for his […]

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of our sister Karen Johnson, a lifelong resident of Kenosha. Karen was an LPN for Kenosha Memorial Hospital early in her working years and later retired from the Kenosha Sherriff’s Department. Karen had a great sense of humor, was an avid reader and Packer fan […]

Rolf Ermert, 84, of Kenosha passed away on July 8, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Rolf was born on April 12, 1941, in Biersdorf, Germany the son of the late Erich and Hertha (Haubrich) Ermert. He immigrated to America in 1963 and married Heide Meyer, also from Biersdorf, on March 21, 1964, in Kenosha. […]

Frances Mary Ann Valdez, 77, of Kenosha, WI, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 14, 2025, at Waters Edge Health & Rehab Center. Born on July 2, 1948, in Great Lakes, IL, she was the daughter of the late Raymond and Elizabeth (Miller) Kline. On April 14, 1978, she married Daniel P. Valdez, Sr. Frances […]

Linda Marie Rice, age 68, of Kenosha, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 12, 2025, surrounded by love. Born on March 11, 1957, in Chicago, Illinois, to Robert and Nancy Rice, Linda was a force of compassion, resilience, and unwavering devotion. She graduated with honors from Burlington Central High School and went on to […]

Jimmy “Jim” Lee Bessette, age 46, of Kenosha, passed away in the comfort of his own home surrounded by those he loved. He was born on February 27th, 1979, in Clintonville, WI, to Joseph Kolosso and Linda (Jepson) Bessette. On March 21st, 2015, on the beaches of Puerto Rico, he married the love of his […]

Annette (affectionately known as Josie) Brantley, age 66, of Kenosha, passed away on Wednesday, July 2, 2025. Annette was born in Kenosha on February 10, 1959, to the late Shelby Lee Brantley and Wynette Green (nee: Holmes-Brantley). She received her education in the Kenosha Unified School System. Annette was a cook in various restaurants, however […]

Mary L. Manney, 89, of Kenosha, WI, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2025, at Library Terrace in Kenosha WI. Born on October 27, 1935, in Door County, WI to the late Benjamin and Ann (Roy) Manney. Mary was an LPN for St. Joes Nursing Home and Kenosha Memorial Hospital. She was a caregiver by […]

Raymond Jan Rapacz, age 79 of Twin Lakes, Wisconsin, passed away July 4, 2025.  Born in Hammond, Indiana, he was the eldest of the two sons of the late Walter and Irene Rapacz.  Dr. Rapacz practiced cardiology for over 50 years, retiring in 2010.  He practiced at Hinsdale Hospital and LaGrange Hospitals.  At Hinsdale Hospital […]

Michael J. Manos, a resident of Chicago, passed away on July 5th 2025. He was 87 years old. Services for Michael will be held on Tuesday, July 15th at Kimmisis Tis Theotoku Greek Orthodox Church (1335 S. Green Bay Road, Racine) at 11am. Visitation with the family will take place from 10am until the time of […]

William Paul Laubenstein, age 87, passed away peacefully on July 3rd, 2025. A beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, William was known for his kind heart, steady hands, and quiet wisdom. He enjoyed the simple things in life, fishing, hunting and spending time with family. He leaves behind a legacy of love, strength, and cherished […]

Sula E. Maxcy, age 91, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Willowbrook Assisted Living, surrounded by her loving family. Born on November 9, 1933, to William Ervin and Georgia Wilson.  She was a graduate of Itawamba High School.  She continued her education and graduated from Gateway Technical Institute in the early 70’s and […]

Edward Sibiski Jr., 64, of Winthrop Harbor, IL passed away on July 8, 2025, at Froedtert South Pleasant Prairie Hospital surrounded by his loving family. Edward was born on October 1, 1960, in Kenosha, the son of the late Edward and Noreen (Drinkwine) Sibiski Sr. He was educated in the schools of Zion, IL. Edward […]

Jason Brush, 51, of Pleasant Prairie passed away on July 3, 2025. Jason was born on September 28, 1973, in Waukesha the son of Gary M. and Karen Jeanne (Kyncl) Brush. He was educated in the schools of Kenosha and Salem, WI and he attended St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. His hobbies included anything fast, water […]

John T. Troemel Jr., 62, of Kenosha, WI, passed away on Sunday, July 6, 2025, at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee. Born on June 25, 1963, he was the son of Judi and the late John T. Troemel Sr. He attended St. Gilbert’s Elementary School and graduated from Grayslake High School, where he […]

Judith A Kruzan age 88 died June 21, 2025.  She was born on April 23, 1937.  The daughter of the late Erle and Ruth (Fetty) Bottorff.  On February 25, 1956, in Silver Lake, WI she was united in marriage to Leonard Kruzan. Mother to Kelly Restarski, Kent Kruzan and Kolleen (Chris) Zimmermann.  6 Grandchildren and […]

Betty A. Scheider, 87, of Bristol WI., passed away on June 18th, 2025 at her home, surrounded by her loved ones. Betty was born on October 1st, 1937, in Petaluma, CA., to her parents, Theodore, and Fredrica (Lendorfer) Moore. She met her husband of 69 years Edmund Schneider Jr. in 1956, while attending a USO […]

Pauline B. Holland, 91, formerly of Kenosha passed away peacefully Thursday, June 19, 2025 at Saint Monica’s Memory Care in Racine. She was born on February 19, 1934 to the late George and Gladys (Schact) Dyutka in Kenosha.  She was educated in the schools of Kenosha and graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School in […]

Marty J. McCarter, 63, of Kenosha passed away peacefully Sunday, June 15, 2025 at Waters Edge Health and Rehab. He was born on July 20, 1961 to James and Gloria (Morkrid) McCarter in Kenosha.  He was educated in the school of Kenosha and graduated from Tremper High School. Marty joined the US Army and was […]

Larry E Zilonis, 69, passed away on June 27th after a few month illness. He was born to the late Anthony Zilonis Sr and Bernice (Galvin) Zilonis on July 8, 1955. Larry was educated in schools in Kenosha, WI. On October 14, 2011 he married Michelle Miller. He worked for many years as a laborer. […]

Roger Anders, a resident of Pleasant Prairie, passed away at home surrounded by his family and friends on July 4th, 2025. He was 68 years old. Preceded in death by daughter Jenifer Barker, sister Irene Caroselli, brother-in-law Louis Caroselli, his parents Raymond and Virginia Anders, nephew Andrew Caroselli, and first wife Pamela Demaray Anders. Survived […]

Anthony “Tony” Hines passed peacefully July 1 at his home in Bonita Springs Florida with his loving wife Kathleen at his side. Tony was born on October 5, 1935 in Terre Haute, Indiana the son of Mary and Michael Hines. He served honorably in the US Air Force from 1954 to 1958. On October 24, […]

KENOSHA-Benjamin Arthur Sturdevant, 78, died from complications of Myelodysplastic Syndrome on June 21st, 2025, in his residence. He was born in North Manchester, Indiana on October lst, 1946, to Benjamin Franklin Sturdevant and Genevieve Marie (Bernard) Sturdevant. After graduating from high school in North Manchester, Indiana in 1963, Ben enlisted in the U.S. Navy as […]

Eric M. Hodler Sr., age 62, a resident of Salem, passed away on Tuesday, July 1st, 2025, at his home. Eric was born on August 23rd, 1962, in Zion, IL, to Gene and Janet (Evans) Hodler Sr. His family owned and operated Western Auto Hardware in Rhode Island for several years before moving back to […]

In Loving Memory of Michael Denis Smolinski With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Michael Denis Smolinski, a devoted husband, loving father, faithful servant of God, and a man who could read a green like no other. He departed this life peacefully on Monday, June 30th at the age of 86 surrounded by the love […]

Blake J. Isaac, age 64, passed away on Saturday, July 5, 2025 surrounded by his family and loved ones. Born in Cleveland Ohio, on April 8, 1961, to Jim and Annabel Isaac. On May 17, 1986, he was united in marriage to Lisa Isaac (Schwarze) who he affectionately called “that woman”. Lisa and Blake’s relationship […]

Harry Honeycutt, born June 8th, 1944, served in the Navy for six years as a Fire Control Technician (Missiles) FTM 2. He passed in June 2025 of natural causes.  The son of the late Harry Honeycutt Senior, and Alice Honeycutt, he was raised with three Brothers in Barrington Illinois. His surviving brothers are Dave, Thomas […]

Carol Dee Radke, 89 of Kenosha, Iowa died Sunday, June 29th , 2025 in her sleep in the early morning hours. Carol D Radke had been a resident of Robin Way assisted living in Kenosha, Wisconsin since fall of 2022 when she relocated from Fort Myers, Florida to Kenosha, Wisconsin.   She was born, in […]

Sophie Malinowski, 75, of Kenosha, Wisconsin passed away on June 26, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Sophie was born on March 12, 1950, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of the late William and Genevieve (Kozowicz) Malinowski.  Sophie’s life was one of dedication and hard work. She received an associate degree in Horticulture from Gateway […]

Rufina Mercado Rafi, 89 years old of Skokie, IL, formerly from Kenosha, WI, passed over to the Kingdom of God on Wednesday, July 2, 2025 at her home. She was surrounded by her eight children. She was born on February 26, 1936, in the Philippines. The second daughter of the late Alejo Fama Mercado and […]

Alice Aldridge 64, of Kenosha, WI, passed away at home with family on Tuesday, July 2, 2025. She was born in Kenosha, WI, on December 11, 1960. She graduated from Bradford High School in 1987. Alice loved playing softball, bowling, and to read. Alice was known for her kind personality, and giving soul. She is […]

John J. Stoops, 78, passed away on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at Aurora St. Lukes Medical Center. Born on February 17, 1947, to the late Wayne and Mary Anne (Abercrombie) Stoops in Connersville, IN. On February 2, 1974, he married the love of his life, Beverly “Bunny” Culberg. He and Bunny raised their family in […]

Anita M. Westphal, 95, a lifelong resident of Kenosha, died peacefully in her sleep, on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at Brookdale Dementia Care. Anita was born in Kenosha to the late Joseph and Anna(Velas) Cerveny on May 19,1930.  She graduated from Kenosha High School, and worked in the office at Johns Manville, Illinois. She left […]

With aching hearts, we share that David William Underwood-beloved husband, father, son, brother, teacher, friend, and light in this world-died suddenly on Saturday, June 21, 2025, in a tragic accident while vacationing with his family. He was 51. Dave was doing what he loved most – making memories with the people he cherished. To know […]

Sandra Harris, a woman known for her strength, honesty, warmth, love, laughter, and deep commitment to her family, passed away on Wednesday, June 25, 2025, at the age of 81.  Born in Chicago, IL on August 14, 1943, to McGoy and LaVada (Rycrow) Harris. Sandra’s journey took her from Chicago to Whiting, Indiana, for seven […]

Roy Scuffham, 72, of Kenosha passed away on June 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Roy was born on January 30, 1953, in Kenosha, the son of the late LeRoy and Vera (Adams) Scuffham. He was educated in the schools of Kenosha graduating from Tremper High School. Roy married Karen Noel on April 29, […]

Glen Feely Jr., 70, of Kenosha passed away on June 28, 2025, at Water’s Edge Health and Rehabilitation Center surrounded by his loving family. Glen was born on May 9, 1955, in Kenosha, the son of the late Glen and Marion (McFaul) Feely Sr. He was educated in the schools of Kenosha graduating from Bradford […]

Joaquin O. Norniella, 71, of Kenosha passed away peacefully Sunday, May 18, 2025 at the Hospice Alliance Hospice House. He was born on August 5, 1953 to the late Orlando and Disnarda (Valdes) Norniella in Remedios, Cuba.  He was educated in Rock Island, Ill and received his Bachelor’s Degree. Joaquin entered the US Army serving […]

Linda M. Hayes, 77, of Pleasant Prairie, passed away peacefully Monday, June 23, 2025 at The Grove at the Lakes in Zion, IL. She was born on September 10, 1947 to the late Robert W. and Mary D. (Wirfs) Benson Sr. in Dallas, Oregon. Linda married James Hayes in 1993 in Kenosha. Linda worked at […]

John James LaFever, 48, of Kenosha passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at Froedtert South St. Catherine’s Hospital. He was born on March 2, 1977 to Martin C. Jakubowski Sr. and Debbie M. LaFever in Kenosha.  He was educated in the schools of Kenosha and graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School. John worked […]

Joseph John Nafe Nizzi, age 66, of Kenosha, passed away at Hospice House in Pleasant Prairie, WI on June 29th, 2025. He was born to Joseph and Regina Nizzi (Writz) in Highland Park, IL, on May 10th, 1959, He loved golfing and was a self-proclaimed comedian. He went by the name “JJ Bashful”. Joseph was […]

Joyce Mary Istvanek (Gail), age 92, a lifelong resident of Kenosha, passed away at her residence surrounded by family on June 26th, 2025. She was born in Kenosha to the late Arthur Gail and Mary (Page) Gail on January 30th, 1933. She attended local schools and graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School in 1951. […]

Michael Bedore Jr, age 93, passed away on June 26th, 2025. Michael was born December 5th, 1931 to parents Michael and Elizabeth Bedore in Kenosha Wisconsin. He was educated in Kenosha Schools and worked for AMC/Chrysler for many years before retiring. In his spare time, Michael loved finding and collecting various tools. He also had […]

Kay Ellen Franz (Jossart), age 75, a lifelong resident of Kenosha, passed away on June 25th, 2025, comfortable in her own home. She was born on April 4th, 1950, in Kenosha, WI, to the late Kenneth Jossart and Eleanor (Janca) Jossart.  She attended local schools and graduated from Bradford High School in 1968. Shortly after […]

Michael Weiss – In Loving Memory It is with sadness that we announce the passing of Michael Henry Weiss, who departed this life on June 24th at the age of 73. Michael was a proud father who will be remembered for his outgoing personality, his love of golf, scuba diving, water skiing, bowling, and for […]

Steven Michael “Mickey” Ernst passed away peacefully at his home on June 24th, 2025, at the age of 62. He was born in Kenosha WI on September 12th, 1962, and was the youngest of three children of Ronald and Barbara Ernst. Steven attended St. Marks, Lincoln Jr. High and graduated from Tremper High School in […]