Rose Racine, of Antigo, died Tuesday, July 24, 2018, at Care Partners under the care of LeRoyer Hospice. She was 94 years old. She was born on August 31, 1923, in Mattoon, a daughter of Joseph and Clara (Steuber) Duffek.
She was a graduate of Mattoon High School.
After high school she worked in the shipyards in Sturgeon Bay before serving with the Navy Wave's during WWII. In 2015 she had the honor of going to Washington D.C. on an Angel Honor Flight to visit the WWII memorials.
She enjoyed completing crossword puzzles, playing bingo and slots. Rose will be remembered as an excellent cook especially her sauerkraut and bread dumplings.
Rose, along with her sister Rita adventured on many road trips exploring roads and destinations unknown.
Survivors include three daughters, Nancy (Ron Heinlein) Racine of Rancho Cucamonga, California, Kathy Racine of Prescott Valley, Arizona, Jan Racine of Prescott Valley, Arizona;
four sons, John (Julie) Racine of Mattoon, William (Cheryl) Racine of Antigo, Joe (Cheryl) Racine of South Milwaukee, Andy (Pam) Racine of Green Bay;
18 grandchildren; 23 great-grandchildren; two great-great-grandchildren; a sister Rita Palmer of Antigo; brother, Paul (Eunice) Duffek of Antigo.
She was preceded in death by two sisters, Clara Fischer, Mary Buslaff; three brothers, Joseph, John, and Anton "Satch" Duffek; and her former husband Paul Racine.
A family gathering will be held around her birthday.
The family thanks Dr. Snider and the caring staff at Care Partners and LeRoyer Hospice for their wonderful care of Rose.
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You have my deepest condolences for your loss of Rose. Death is truly an enemy of all of us no matter how long we live it's never long enough. Our loving heavenly father Jehovah will reunite us with our lost loved ones soon as promised in the Bible book of Revelation in chapter 21 and verses 3and 4. These verses may bring you much comfort.
Rosie was always one of my favorite Mattoon people.
We lost another great person. First time we met Rose ( mom ) was with Andy & Pam at the smelt fry. She was sitting at the table with all her paddles for the spinning wheel and many winnings of PBR six packs. Had a great time with her. So sorry to hear of her passing. The young kids in the family, were very lucky to have her in their lives. Dave and Nancy
My condolences any prayers for Rosie's family. I have known her all my life and she was a beautiful soul. She will be missed.
Kathy Beck Snyder
You were always ready with a chuckle, dearest Aunt Rose. I will miss you.
We were privileged to know Rose and have her as our “neighbor” when we had our weekend place in Mattoon. She had a great sense of humor, a love of life and raised a wonderful family. She was blessed in many ways. Our condolences to the Racine family.
Rose: You will be sadly missed at the Labor Day Family gatherings . Dick & Sandy
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