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OBITUARY HAIGH--
Enoch Haigh, for many years chairman of the Somers town board and one of the prominent farmers in the community, died Monday at his home near Somers, at the age of 73 years. He had been in failing health for over a year and confined to his bed for many months. Enoch Haigh was born near the town of Paris and was the son of Mr. and Mrs. John Haigh, early pioneers of Kenosha county. Early in his life he moved to his farm near the town of Spomers, where he has spent the greater part of his life. He was one of the prominent men in the history of the Somers community. In addition to being chairman of the town board for several terms he served as commisioner and as school officer of the township. He was a member of the Presbyterian Church. He is survived by his wife, one son, John Haigh, and two daughters, Mrs. Thomas Birchhell and Mrs. R. H. Dixon. The funeral services will be held Thursday morning from the house near Somers, after which interment will be made at the Sylvania cemetery in Racine county.
Contributed by Diane Kaye
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A Racine County man, George Haigh, 69, of Route 1, Sturtevant, was killed and a Menominee Falls truck driver was injured when thier vehicles collided at this intersection near Franksville Monday afternoon. In the insets (upper left) Coroner Bernard Evenson is inspecting Haigh's car and Deputy Ed Heckle (upper right) is checking the truck. Witnesses told deputies Haigh had gone through the stop sign.
Haigh, George J. Route 1, Box 49, Sturtevant, Wis.
Age 68, Passed away June 9 after an accident. Mr. Haigh was born in Yorkville, Wis. on Oct. 26, 1883, and had lived in Racine County all of his life. He was a farmer. Surviving are his wife, Edith; five sons, Oscar and George of Racine, William of Iron Mountain, Mich., Burton and Allen of Sturtevant, Wisc.; one daughter, Mrs. Francis (Esther) Slater; one sister, Mrs. Johnathan Parsons; 16 grandchildren; also nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Friday, June 13, 1:30 p.m., in the Krug Funeral Home. Rev. Cornelious Hansen officiating. Burial will be in West Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the Krug Funeral Home Thursday afternoon after 3 o'clock and until service time. Please use the east entrance on Barker Street.
Contributed by Diane Kaye
Racine Journal Times March 11, 1929 page 1
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Adam H. Harcus above, one of the city's most prominent builders, died at St. Luke's Hospital on Sunday.
ADAM H. HARCUS CALLED BY DEATH-Building Contractor and Long Time Resident of City Passes Away.
MASONIC SERVICES
Adam H. Harcus aged 77 years, one of Racine's most prominent builders, died early Sunday morning at St. Luke's Hospital. He was a native of Scotland and was born Jan. 24, 1852. At the age of 18 he came to this city, and for quite a number of years he was in the employ of the Thomas Driver Manufacturing company. He also worked in the factory of the Case T. M. company for several years.
It has always been his desire to branch out into a buisness of his own, and better fitted himself for the responsibilities that go with the profession of a builder as construction engineer for Armour & Co., Chicago. Mr. Harcus continued to make his home at 822 Fourteenth street, this city, during the time he held that position, and it was there he still made his home at the time of his death.
He resigned his position with Armour & Co., and returned to this city to actively engage in the work of building contractor. One of the jobs that he undertook and carried out to successful completion was the main post office building in Monument square. He also built the main public library and several large factory additions, including those of the Elsendrath Tanning company and the Hamilton-Beach company. Many residences in all sections of the city were produced by Mr. Harcus and his organization of artisans.
He was prominent in Masonic circles, being pastmaster of Racine Lodge, No.18, F. & A. M.; member of Orient Chapter, No.12, R. A. M.; Member of Racine council, No.5, R. & S. M., and a member of Racine Commandary, No.__ (can't read, possibly 7) K. T.
Surviving are his widow and three children, Mrs. A. A. Andersen, Harold and John Harcus; three grandchildren, all of this city; two brothers, Thomas and Sam Harcus; Three sisters, Mrs. Thomas Kent and Mrs. Thomas Rousey of Scotland, and Mrs. Elsworth Gardiner of Somers.
The funeral will take place Tuesday afternoon at 3 o'clock from Masonic Temple, with burial in Mound cemetery.
[note from submitter: There have been a few library buildings over the years, curious as to which one was being reffered to, I went to the Racine Historical Museum in search of the answer. I found the following "In January 1902 a site at Main and Seventh Streets was purchased. John Mauran, a St. Louis architect, was hired and a contract was let to the A. H. Harcus Company for $41,000...."
LAUGH OUT LOUD, I was sitting in the very building I had come to search for, now known as the Racine Historical Museum]
Contributed by Diane Kaye
May 4,1887
Harcus, Mrs.Christina
died at her residence at 1337 Franklin St. today; the relict of John Harcus;age 57 years of bowel complaint. She was born in the Westray,Orkneys,Scotland in 1830 and came to this country with 5 sons and 3 daughters, having been a widow 16 years. She left 1 daughter in the old country, also 1 brother and 2 sisters. She is a member of the presby. Church
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MRS HANNAH HARCUS 1223 Summit Ave.
Age 77, passed away Nov. 24 at St. Lukes Hospital. Born on Sylvania, Wis., March 28, 1871, she had lived in Racine for the past 27 years. Mrs Harcus was a member of Bethesda Church. Surviving are four daughters, Mrs Clarence Peterson, Mrs Percy Peterrson, both of Racine; Mrs Oscar Peterson of Raymond Center, Wis; Mrs Albert Morgan of South Bend, Ind.; five sons, Robert of Sturtevant, Willas of Raymond Center; Eddie, Archie and Kenneth, all of Racine; one sister, Mrs Frank Haney of Racine; three brothers, John *Howard, Roy *Howard both of Racine; Ed *Howard, Union Grove; 19 grandchildren; 6 great granchildren; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Monday, 2 p.m., at the Hansen Funeral Home, Rev. Thomas S. Hanson officiating. Burial will be in West Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the Hanson Funeral Home Sunday afternoon and evening and until time of services Monday.
Please Note: *Howard should have read Howarth
Contributed by Diane Kaye
Monday, August 5,1901
HARCUS
Marion Harcus died last night at her home in South Milwaukee, aged 12 years. Deceased is the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas Harcus, formerly of this city, now of South Milwaukee. er remains will arrive in this city tommorrow and funeral services will be held at the cemetery chapel.
Contributed by Diane Kaye
OBITUARY-HARCUS
Miss Marion Harcus died yesterday afternoon at her home no. 1337 Franklin Steet, of hemorhage,aged
24 years. she was a very popular and estimable young lady and her death is sadly morned by all. Funeral Sunday afternoon at 2 o'clock from the house.
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Mrs.Mathilda Marie Harcus.
Funeral services for Mrs. Mathilda Marie Harcus,79,Racine club leader who died at her home at 822 Fourteenth street Friday, will be held at 2 p.m. Tuesday in the Thronson funeral home with Rev.Francis P. Ihrman officiating. Order of the Eastern Star rite also will be conducted. Burial will be in Mound Cemetery.Friends may call at the Thronson funeral home from this afternoon until time of services. Mrs.Harcus,widow of the late Adam H. Harcus, was active in church and social circles for more than 50 years.
Contributed by Diane Kaye
Harcus, Mr. Raymond G., Sr.
1500 15th St.
Age 47. Passed away on Thursday, October 2, 1986, at his residence. He was born in Racine on March 9, 1939, and had been a lifelong resident. He was married to the former Catherine Ostrander, on February 11, 1961. Mr. Harcus served in the U.S. Army and was employed with J.I. Case Co. for 23 years. Surviving are his wife, Catherine; one son, Raymond G. Harcus,Jr., of the U.S. Army, stationed in Germany, three daughters, Donna Marie Harcus, Gloria Ann Harcus, Charity Faith Harcus; two granddaughters, Kathleen Laura Harcus, Jennifer Lynn Harcus, all of Racine; five sisters and four brother-in-law, Doris and Russell Walters of East Troy, WI, Irene and Vernon Woodward of Sturtevant, WI, Luella Ziegler of Racine, Ruth and Richard Ostrander of Racine, Joanne and Eugene Zimmerman of Florida; three brothers, Robert Jr. and Betty Harcus of Sturtevant, Richard and Betty Harcus of Florida, Russell and Diane Harcus of California; nieces, nephews, and other relatives. He was preceded in death by his parents, Robert, Sr. and Nettie Harcus. Funeral services will be held on Monday, October 6, at 10:00 a.m., at the Hansen Funeral Home, 3014 Northwestern Ave. Visitation will be on Sunday evening from 6:00 until 9:00 p.m., at the Funeral Home.
Contributed by Diane Kaye
Saturday, November 8,1958
OBITUARY AND FUNERAL NOTICES
HARCUS, MRS. ROBERT (NETTIE) 1214 Oregon St.
Age 52, Passed away Nov. 7, 1958, in St.Lukes hospital. Born in Waukesha, Wis. on Jan. 10,1906. Mrs. Harcus had lived in Racine practically all her life. She was a Lutheran by faith. Surviving are five daughters, Mrs. Russell Walter of Franksville, Mrs. Vernon Woodward, Mrs. Nathan Ziegler, Mrs. Richard Ostrander and Miss Joan Harcus, all of Racine; four sons,Robert, Richard, Raymond and Russell Harcus, all of Racin; ten grandchildren; two sisters, Mrs. Robert Youngblood of Racine and Mrs. Robert Gensmer of Horicon, Wis.; one brother, George Case of Waukesha,Wis.; many nieces and nephews. Funeral services will be held Monday at 2 p.m. in the Hansen Funeral Home. Rev. Nathan Bartel officiating. Interment will be in West Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at the HansonFuneral Home, 722 Lafayette Ave., Sunday afternoon and evening.
Contributed by Diane Kaye
OBITUARY-HARCUS
Russell Gilbert Harcus, aged 34, residing at Thurston avenue, died uesday afternoon at St.Lukes hospital. He is survived by his widow Mayme Olsen Harcus; his parents, Mr. and Mrs. Thomas P. Harcus; one sister, Mrs. Elinor Harcus Meese of Oak Park, Ill.
He attended the public schools of the city and for the past five years had been employed by the Chicago & North Western railroad. He was a member of the First Presbyterian church and affiliated with Belle City lodge, F. and A.M.
Funeral services will be held at Masonic temple Friday afternoon at 2 o'clock. The body will lie in state at the temple Friday from 12 o'clock until 2, Those who wish to view the body may do so Thursday afternoon and evening at Thronson Funeral Home.
Contributed by Diane Kaye
Mr. Russell J. Harcus "Lucky"
Racine
Age 54. Passed away at St. Mary's Medical Center on Saturday, March 30, 1996.
He was born in Racine on December 26, 1941, and resided in Racine most of his life. He was married to the former Cathy Van Berg for the last five years. He served in the United States Air Force. He was a member of the Moose Lodge 437, Local 67. Survivors include his wife, Cathy; children, John Harcus of Kansas, Daniel Harcus, James Harcus and Linda Flatt, all of Arizona, and Noel Harcus of California; nine grandchildren; one great-grandson; five sisters, Doris Walters, Irene (Vernon) Woodward, Luella Ziegler, Ruth (Dick) Ostrander and Joanne (Eugene) Zimmerman; two brothers, Robert (Betty) Harcus, and Richard (Connie) Harcus. He is survived by nieces, nephews and other relatives. here is a special thanks in Russell's name for Twila and Gary Looman, who both did a lot for him. Russ will join his parents, Nettie Nae (nee:Grant) and Robert Harcus and one brother, Raymond Harcus. A memorial service will be held at Hansen Funeral Home on Tuesday evening, April 2,1996, at 7 p.m. with Rev. Walter Hermanns officiating. Cremation has taken place. There will be a time to meet with the family on Tuesday evening from 6 p.m. until time of services at 7 p.m. at the Hansen Funeral Home.
Contributed by Diane Kaye
WILLIAS O. HARCUS Route 1, Franksville, Wis.
Age 65, Passed away Jan. 7, 1963. Mr Harcus was born in Kenosha, Wis. on Nov.16, 1897. On Nov. 11, 1926, he was married to the former Bertha Peterson. Before retiring in November 1961, he ha been employed by the Racine County Highway department for 43 years, he was a member of the North cape Lutheran Church. Surviving are his wife Bertha, one son, Sylvester Harcus, Missouri; daughter-in-law Carol Ann; five grandchildren; three sisters, Mrs Clarence (Irene) Peterson and Mrs Percy (Mamie) Peterson, both of Racine and Mrs Albert (Corrinne) Morgan, South Bend, Ind.; three brothers, Eddie, Archie and Kenneth Harcus all of Racine; nieces, nephews, many other relatives and friends. A sister, Ethel and a brother, Robert, preceded him in death. Funeral services will be held Thursday, Jan. 10, 2 p.m., in the North Cape Lutheran Church, Rev. Elhard officiating. Interment will be in West Lawn Memorial Park. Friends may call at Mealy's Funeral Home, Waterford, this (Wednesday) afternoon after 4 oclock
Contributed by Diane Kaye
