Jonathan Paul Christiansen, 79, passed away unexpectedly in an accident at home on March 20, 2024. He was born in Racine, Wisconsin on December 31, 1945 to the Rev. Dr. LeRoy and Catherine (nee: Pendelton) Christiansen. Jonathan graduated from Horlick High School in 1963, received his Bachelor’s degree in Communications from UW-Parkside in 1970 and later a Master’s degree in English. He was a long-time drama and speech teacher at Salem Central High School where he was employed from 1971 until his retirement in 2012. He is remembered for the many musical plays he produced, and later for the ent ..read more

MaDolores Martinez De Lopez, 74, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2024 at her residence. She was born on February 22, 1950, in Mexico the daughter of the late Mardonio and Ruperta (Nee: Ramirez) Martinez. MaDolores was married to Genaro Lopez, who preceded her in death on October 29,2017. When she lived in Mexico she loved to care for her animals, she was known to be a great cook and loved to plant flowers. MaDolores was very religious and loved the Lord. She will be deeply missed by her  seven children, Lorena Lopez, Maria Paz Lopez (Arnulfo Castillo), Carlos Lopez(Sonia Lira), Genaro ..read more

George James Yust Sr., 88, passed away on Tuesday, April 2,2024. George was born on June 14, 1935, in Ohio, the son of the late George J. and Catherine (Frank) Yust. George was united in marriage to Barbara Smith on December 17, 1955 sadly she preceded him in death in August of 2014. He was known to his family as a “Notorious  tinker”, always busy working with his hands, whether it was doing wood work, cooking, or working on houses he enjoyed every moment of it. George was a loyal dedicated father who was always the glue that held the family together. He will be deeply missed by his child ..read more

Julian Navarro-Jimenez passed away on March 28, 2024 at the age of ninety four. He was the son of Adela Jimenez-Fuentes and Julian Navarro-Romo in Villaldama Nuevo León, Mexico on February 1, 1930. Julian first came to the US by himself as a migrant field worker at age 14, he later worked as a  Vaquero,Brasero until he decided to work in the tannery and settled down in the Milwaukee area.  He worked on the assembly line at American Motors/Chrysler for 30 years until retirement as a Die Setter and active member of the UAW. Volunteering at United Migrant Opportunities Service ..read more

Annette Guadalupe Martinez, age 44 , passed away on Friday, March 22,2024 at Aurora St. Luke’s Hospital in Milwaukee, WI. Annette was born on March 27,1979, in Racine, the daughter of Ruben Martinez and Mary Rodriguz Gonzalez. She loved listening to music, most of all she enjoyed  and cherished spending time with her children. Annette will be deeply missed by her parents, Ruben and Mary, five children, Alexis, Alawna, Abigal, Aliveah, and Amir as well as  one grandchild, Penelope. She will also be missed by her sister Amy (Eric) Rodriguez and brother Ruben Rodriguez, one uncle, Mario ..read more

Bessie E. Bauer 96, of Beloit, died Monday, March 11, 2024 in Autumn Lakes Care Center in Beloit.  Bessie was a long time resident of Kenosha.  She was born February 17, 1928 in Hillsboro, WI, the daughter of Daniel and Pauline (Maly) Bender. Bessie married Raymond F. Bauer on October 7, 1950.  He died June 14, 1996. She was employed as a hospital admitting clerk, and was a homemaker who was a loving wife and mother.  Bessie enjoyed cooking and making ceramics.   She is survived by her daughter Ramona (James) Psiones, and her son Carl (Lucinda) Bauer,  three grand ..read more

Cory DeAllen Bobo, 50, passed away in his residence in Racine on Monday, March 4, 2024.  Cory was born in Racine on April 19, 1973, the son of Charles Oates an Lola Bobo.  He was married to Shawana Hyatt.  Cory worked for Kenosha Beef International, Ltd.  Cory’s favorite past time was camping and fishing as he loved the outdoors.  He also enjoyed spending time with his family cooking out and having a good time.  Cory will be deeply missed by his father Charles, his wife Shawna and his eleven children, Frank, Fyness, Ronald, Autumn, Cory, Jr., Alexander, Olivia, Ty ..read more

Taisa Monique Yancey, 44 passed away Sunday, February 18, 2024 at Ascension All Saints Hospital in Racine.  Taisa was born on July 6, 1979 in Chicago, IL the daughter of Jerome and Iotha (Nee: Hillman) Yancey,   Funeral visitation for Taisa will be held Sunday, March 3, 2024 in Strouf Funeral Home, 1001 High Street from 10:00 A.M. until noon. The post Taisa Monique Yancey appeared first on Strouf Funeral Home ..read more

Patricia Ann Green, 59, passed away Thursday, February 8, 2024 at Ascension Hospital.  Patricia was born in Racine, August 15, 1964, the daughter of Arthur and Elizabeth (NEE: Overstreet) Wells.  Patricia worked as a Certified Nursing Assistant.  She loved cooking, especially doing Bar-B-Que.  She also loved hanging out at the beach, listening to music while she tended her plants.  She loved holidays, but Easter was very special to her.  Patricia will be deeply missed by her daughters LaTonia Weaver and LaToya Weaver, her significant other John Bell and her 12 gra ..read more

Ernest Harry Schlegel, 67, passed away at his residence on Tuesday, February 6,2024 in Oak Creek, WI. Ernest was born August 11, 1956, in Racine, the son of the late Harold and Ada (Nee: Coggins) Schlegel. He was a high school graduate of William Horlick High School in Racine. Ernest was employed through the City of Racine where he held many job titles over his tenure, he also held the Stewart position for the AFSCME Local 67. Ernest proudly served for many years with the United States Navy, at one time being stationed in Japan.  In his spare time, he enjoyed fishing and golfing, and was ..read more