Frederick C. Jackson

Frederick C. Jackson, 25, was called home by his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, August 19, 2008, following an unfortunate automobile accident.

Fred was born in Racine on August 8, 1983, the son of Frederick G. Jackson and Bettie Jean Roscoe.

Fred attended William Horlick High School and was currently working on his G.E.D.. Fred had been employed by McDonald’s, USI and several temporary services.

He was a member of Shekinah Glory Ministries. Fred enjoyed playing basketball, fishing and competing with his many friends. His greatest love was the time he spent with his family and friends.

Surviving are his parents, Bettie Jean Roscoe of Racine and Frederick G. (Janie) Jackson of Atlanta, GA; his brothers and sisters, Sherman (Kay) Price, Keantre Banks all of Racine, Kenyata (Isiah) King of Milwaukee, Porsche Jackson of St. Paul, MN, Pebbles Jackson of Racine, Jeremy Green and Deronti Carr both of Atlanta, GA; his fiancée, Elena Garcia and her daughter Natalia Reyes both of Racine; grandmother Juanita Jackson of Atlanta and Lucille Hood of Racine. Fred is further survived by his aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. He was preceded in death by his grandfathers Lincoln Jackson and William Anderson.

His Homegoing Service will be held on Thursday, August 28, at 11 a.m., in Searching Together Missionary Baptist Church, 825 21st St., with Bishop Charles Jones officiating. Burial will follow in Calvary Cemetery.

Visitation will be in the church on Thursday from 9 a.m. until the time of the Service. In lieu of flowers donations can be made at any US Bank location in Racine.

DRAEGER LANGENDORF FUNERAL HOME AND CREMATORY
4600 County Line Rd., Racine (262) 552-9000

Eldora M. (Haack) Kreilkamp

Eldora M. Kreilkamp (Nee: Haack), passed away Monday, August 18, 2008, at the age of 93.

She was the beloved wife of the late Robert A Kreilkamp, mother of Mary (the late Florian) Oberhauser, the late Robert (Judy) Kreilkamp, Kathy (the late William Hermann) Shaw, William Kreilkamp (Edward Beckard), the late Jean Kreilkamp, and Ronald Kreilkamp (Jacques Lou). Dear grandmother of Jane (Frank) Steck, Katie (Rob) Klingberg, James Oberhauser, Stephen (Caley Clark) Oberhauser, Mary Kreilkamp, Robert Kreilkamp, Brian Kreilkamp, Ann (Mark) Rose, Mary (John) Chastain, Howard (Marla) Shaw. Dear great-grandmother of Laura, Elizabeth and Christopher Rose; Riley and Meagan Steck; Lindsey, Mollie, and Peter Klingberg; Jonathan, William, Owen, and Audrey Shaw. Dear great-great-grandmother of Caitlin Beckham. Further survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives, and many friends in Racine and Hubertus, Wisconsin.

Eldora was a devoted Catholic who taught elementary school at St. Hubertus. Eldora was an accomplished organist and pianist and played for the Church throughout her life. She was a talented and avid knitter. Family always looked forward to the mittens that arrived each winter. Her love was the binding that held her family together and carried them through life.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Richard Catholic Church, 1503 Grand Ave., Saturday August 23, 2008, at 11 a.m., with Rev. Ronald J. Gramza officiating. Interment will be held at St. Hubert’s Cemetery, Hubertus, WI. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the church Saturday from 10 a.m. until time of Mass. In lieu of flowers please make a donation to St. Richard Catholic Church, Racine.

MARESH-MEREDITH & ACKLAM FUNERAL HOME
803 Main St., Racine (262) 634-7888

Alice Mae LaMeer

Alice Mae LaMeer, 92, whose many friends affectionately and lovingly referred to as “Tubby,” passed away at St. Luke’s - South Shore in Cudahy on Monday, August 18, 2008.

Alice was born in Hancock, MI, on March 20, 1916, to Manfred and Ethel Grace (nee: Milford) Best. Sadly, her mother died as the result of the flu during WWI when Alice was only 2 years old. Shortly after, her grandmother, Christine Milford, devoted her life to continue Alice’s upbringing. She graduated from Washington Park High School in 1933.

On March 30, 1940, in Holy Innocents Church of Racine, she was united in marriage with the love of her life, Donald F. LaMeer, who preceded her in death on June 5, 1984. Alice was employed for nearly 20 years as a credit department associate at JC Penney’s, retiring in 1981.

Alice was a proud and faithful member of Christ Church United Methodist, where she was active with the UMW-United Methodist Women. Years ago, she taught Sunday School and sang in the choir when the church was located on Grange Avenue. Alice was a tireless election official volunteer at various poll sites in Racine for over 35 years. Above all, Alice’s world revolved around her family.

Surviving are her daughter and son-in-law, Michele “Mickey” and Edgar Nowak; grandchildren, Donald Nowak, all of Racine; Denise (Geoffery) Morine of Granville, IL; and Dianne (Charles “Chip”) Nuss of Oak Creek; great-grandchildren, Jacob and Jessica Nuss; and several nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends, including her church family.

In addition to her parents and husband, Alice was preceded in death by her grandparents, Christine and James Milford.

Funeral services will be held in Alice’s beloved Christ Church United Methodist, 5109 Washington Ave., on Saturday, August 23, 2008, at 10 a.m. with Rev. Awilda Nolla officiating. Interment will follow in West Lawn Memorial Park. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Friday from 5-8 p.m. and in the church on Saturday from 9-10 a.m. In memory of Alice, memorials to Christ Church – United Methodist Women has been suggested.

A heartfelt note of thanks to Alice’s church family and friends for the many prayers and continued support during the past several weeks. Mom loved all of you!

Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home & Crematory
4600 County Line Rd., Racine (262) 552-9000

Ruth Alice (Nelson) Cooke

Mrs. Ruth Alice Cooke, 87, passed away on Friday afternoon, August 15, 2008, at St. Francis Home in Fond du Lac. She was born on April 17, 1921, to the late Carl and Alice (nee: Niebuhr) Nelson.

She lived in Racine until 1959, when she moved to Beaver Dam where she and her husband lived until moving to Fond du Lac in April of 2001. She was united in marriage to Robert E. Cooke in Camp Pickett, VA, on June 30,1942; he preceded her in death on Oct. 4, 2001.

Ruth was a graduate of Racine County Normal School and taught in the Racine School System in her early years. She was a devoted wife and mother. Ruth was a great collector of Mickey Mouse memorabilia.

She is survived by three daughters and two sons-in-law, Dr. Barbara (Anthony) Ybarra, Marianne Cooke, Janet (Mark) Rohloff; three sons and two daughters-in-law, Jim (Margaret), Robert (Sandra), Randy (Roxanne) Cooke; nine grandchildren, Robert, Billy, and Peter Cooke, Jason, Bryan, Justin and Brendan Rohloff, Anna and Travis Cooke; cousin, Richard Nelson; sister-in-law, Ethel Mae Kells and other relatives. A sister, Marjorie Nelson; and a brother James Nelson preceded her in death.

Funeral services will be held at the Wilson Funeral Home 1212 Lathrop Ave., on Tuesday, Aug. 19, 2008, at 11 a.m. with Rev. Brian Hastings officiating. Interment will follow at Mound Cemetery. Friends may meet with the family at the funeral home on Tuesday morning from 10 a.m. until the time of service.

Memorials in memory of Mrs. Cooke to St. Francis Home Employee Appreciation Fund have been suggested.

Wilson Funeral Home
1212 Lathrop Ave., Racine (262) 634-3361

Mary (Spira) Stern

Mary Stern, age 89, passed away Friday, August 15, 2008, at Wheaton Franciscan-All Saints Medical Center. Mary was born in Leipzig, Germany, October 18, 1918, daughter of the late Max and Sara (Nee: Gold) Spira.

On July 10, 1938, she was united in marriage to George Stern who preceded her in death, March 19, 2001. Together they owned and operated the Stern Wastepaper and Iron Company for 40 years. Mary served as vice president retiring in 1975. She was as active member of the Beth Israel Sinai Congregation where she served as a board member, membership chairperson and was a member of Hadassah. She also served as a board member of the Racine Jewish Welfare League.

Survivors include her son, Michael J. (Brenda) Stern of Columbus, OH; her son-in-law, Glenn Wolf of Evanston, IL; her four grandsons, Edward and Elliot Stern, Jeffrey and David Wolf; other relatives and many dear friends. In addition to her parents and husband she was preceded in death by her daughter, Sandra.

Graveside services will be held at the Racine Jewish Memorial Cemetery, Monday, August 18, 2008, at 10:30 a.m. with Rabbi Martyn Adelberg officiating. Respects/Shiva may be paid at the family home following interment. Memorial to Beth Israel Sinai Congregation or Hadassah have been suggested.

MARESH-MEREDITH & ACKLAM FUNERAL HOME
803 Main St., Racine (262) 634-7888

Katherine Marie (Recknagle) Springsteen

Katherine M. Springsteen (nee: Recknagle), age 90, passed away Thursday August 14, 2008, at Hospice House in Pleasant Prairie. Katherine was born in the town of LaFayette, July 2, 1918, daughter of the late Carl and Dora (nee: Bauermann) Recknagle.

Katherine was a graduate of Elkhorn High School and enjoyed attending her class reunions. On February 24, 1940, Katherine was united in marriage to Charles L. Springsteen, who preceded her in death October 18, 1979. She loved gardening, working on word search puzzles and was also an excellent seamstress. She was an avid Cubs and Packers fan. More than anything, Katherine loved her time spent with her family the best. She will be dearly missed.

Survivors include her children, Sandra (Vern) Lee, Roger (Rosemary) Springsteen, all of Racine, Daniel Springsteen of Bullhead City, AZ; seven grandchildren, Christine (Edward) Raasch of Tomahawk, Valerie (Scott) Fosbinder of Franksville, Dorine (Kenneth) Keleske of Seymour, John (Nicole) Springsteen, Mark Springsteen, Michael Springsteen, all of Racine, Amanda Springsteen of Las Vegas, NV; eight great-grandchildren, Edward (Jessie) Raasch Jr., Renee Raasch, Sam and Sarah Fosbinder, Kelsey and Cody Keleske, John Jr. and Cathryn Springsteen; two great-great-grandchildren, Devin Raasch and Ethan Trayes; two sisters, Madgel Schluga of Lake Geneva and Irma Sanders of Rockford, IL; nieces, nephews other relatives and friends.

Funeral services will be held at the funeral home Tuesday August 19, 2008, at 11:30 a.m., with Rev. Russel Stommel officiating. Interment will follow at West Lawn Memorial Park. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the funeral home Tuesday from 10:30 a.m. until time of services. Memorials to one’s favorite charity have been suggested.

The family extends a special thank you to the staff at the Hospice House in Pleasant Prairie for all of their loving and compassionate care given to Katherine.

MARESH-MEREDITH & ACKLAM FUNERAL HOME
803 Main St., Racine (262) 634-7888

Frances C. (MacLeod) McGregor

Frances C. McGregor passed away on August 14, 2008, at Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare/All Saints as a result of lung complications of Rheumatoid Arthritis.

On July 28, 1944, Fran was born in Racine to Douglas and Gertrude MacLeod. She attended Fratt, McKinley, and Park High, graduating in June of 1962. She attended St. Agnes School of Nursing in Fond du Lac and worked for several Physicians in Milwaukee before returning to the UW-Madison where she earned a BS degree in Occupational Therapy in 1970. As an Occupational Therapist, she worked at St. Luke’s Hospital in Milwaukee, and in 1977 she started working for Racine Unified Schools where she worked until June of 1995, as an OT at Wadewitz Elementary School.

On July 18, 1970, Fran and Robert McGregor, Sr. were united in marriage. They lived most of their married life in Mt. Pleasant, WI, where they raised two children, daughter Bonnie and step-son Robert Jr.

Fran was a member of the American Occupational Therapy Association, the Wisconsin Occupational Therapy Association, the University of Wisconsin Alumni Association, Racine County Extension Homemakers, American Association of University Women, Racine branch, Friends of Channel 10/36, and the American Arthritis Association. For 10 years she was on the Board of Directors of the Racine County Cerebral Palsy Agency. She was an active member of Mt. Pleasant Lutheran Church and an Associate member of Central Lutheran Church, in Arizona City, Arizona. She volunteered her time at the Church, tutoring English at Ellsworth Prison, in Union Grove. In Casa Grande, Arizona, she volunteered in many activities at Fiesta Grande RV Park, served as a reader in the Mayor’s Reading Program, and was a volunteer at the Casa Grande Police Department, doing a variety of office jobs.

Fran was an avid reader, enjoyed crafts and needlework, traveling, and was always learning new computer skills. Fran and Bob were able to do extensive traveling around the United States, and enjoyed multiple cruises to the Caribbean, Alaska, Hawaii and Mexico. They were also lucky to spend 11 winters in Casa Grande, Arizona.

Fran is survived by her dear husband and helpmate, Robert Sr.; her daughter Bonnie M. McGregor, and step-son, Robert Jr. (Kathy) McGregor; and grandsons Adam and Scott McGregor. She is also survived by a sister, Donna (Gene) Fromm, and her stepfather, George MacDougall; sisters-in-law Genevieve Goldworthy, Betty (Robert), Proost , Nancy Kupper, and brother-in-law Richard Isaacson. She is also survived by many nieces and nephews, Godchildren, cousins, best friend since grade school, Jean Sue Libkind, and many good friends in Wisconsin and Arizona.

She was preceded in death by her father in 1962, her mother in 1997, sister-in-law, Jeannette Isaacson and brother-in-law Merrill Goldsworthy.

Funeral services will be held at Mt. Pleasant Lutheran Church, 1700 S. Green Bay Road, Monday, August 18, 2008, at 10 a.m. with Rev. Kara Baylor officiating. Entombment will follow at West Lawn Garden Court Crypts. Friends may meet with the family at Wilson Funeral Home, 1212 Lathrop Ave., on Sunday August 17, 2008, from 4 to 7 p.m. and at the church on Monday from 9:30 until time of service.

In Lieu of flowers, Fran has asked donations be made to Mt. Pleasant Lutheran Church, Racine County Cerebral Palsy Agency, or the American Arthritis Association.

Wilson Funeral Home
1212 Lathrop Ave., Racine (262) 634-3361