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His Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at St. Lucy Catholic Church, 3801 Drexel Ave., on Thursday, December 19th, at 12:00 Noon, with Rev. Mark R. Jones officiating. Visitation will be in the Church on Thursday, December 19th from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. Burial, with full military honors, will be in the Southeastern Wisconsin Veterans Memorial Cemetery.
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Terry R. Doebereiner, 71, passed away peacefully, at Timber Oaks Assisted Living Center, on Monday, December 9, 2019, surrounded by his loving family. He was born in Racine on June 2, 1948, the son of the late Donald and Mary (nee: Theisen) Doebereiner.
Terry was a 1966 graduate of Washington Park High School. He proudly served his country with the U.S. Army from May of 1968 until May of 1970, where he was awarded a Purple Heart and Army Commendation Medal for Heroism during his tour of duty in Vietnam.
On October 7, 1972, he was united in marriage to the love of his life, Barbara Jean Gliatas, and they celebrated 47 years of marriage. Together they, and their family, enjoyed their summer home in Plymouth, WI, for over 28 years. They were blessed to have vacationed in Hawaii five times, their favorite vacation destination. Terry worked a total of fifty years as a set-up man and machine operator for the Dumore Corporation, Lake Electric Motors, and the Andis Company until retiring in January of 2016.
Terry was a loving and devoted husband, father, and grandfather who lived for his family and was truly an inspiration to all of them. Terry enjoyed playing Cribbage, Sheepshead, and watching the Brewers and Packers. Most of all, he loved being with his family. His kind and gentle spirit, as well as his sense of humor, will be greatly missed but not forgotten.
Surviving are his loving wife, Barbara, their three children, Michael Doebereiner, of Racine, Jennifer (Scott) Kirn, of Waterford, Kathryn (Todd) Witek, of Kansasville; six grandchildren, Ashley and Megan Doebereiner, Ryan and Andrew Terry Kirn, and Madison and Abigail Witek; siblings, Donald (Sandra) Doebereiner, of Sturtevant, Mark (Jean) Doebereiner, of Pewaukee, Judith (Allan) Tripp, of Racine, Susan (Michael) Noland, of Overland Park, KS, and Paul Doebereiner, of Racine; in-laws, Linda (Noel) Dahlke, of Kalamazoo, MI, Diane (Dr. Richard) DeFurio, Patricia (Robert) Magruder, all of Racine, and Kathleen (Les) Horvath, of Cave Creek, AZ. His nieces, nephews, godchildren, other relatives, and many dear friends also survive him. In addition to his parents, Terry was preceded in death by his father-in-law and mother-in-law, John and Minnie Gliatas. A special thanks to Jackie and the entire Timber Oaks Assisted Living staff, for their care and compassion; you were truly Terry’s angels.
Jeri Urban says
To the family of Terry. It is with a heavy heart to hear about Terry’s passing. With sincere and deepest sympathy to family. We all go way back as kids. Miss you, Terry. God Bless all the family at this most difficult time. With deepest condolences, thoughts and prayers. RIP.
Eric Parker says
So sorry for your loss, the obituary brought tears, he was a great man, lost too soon. My sincere condolences.
Steve & Cheryl Swiatko says
So sorry for your loss. May your memories be like handprints on your hearts that you can cherish each and every day.
Kathy Altenhofen says
Sue & Family, We are so very sorry for your loss. All your family was so kind to us, and getting to see them at weddings brings back Racine to our heart. Condolences to all, love & prayers♥️🙏 Keith & Kathy Altenhofen
Gordy and Catherine Grady says
Barb and family,
So sorry for your loss. It was a pleasure meeting you at Plymouth. May you find comfort and peace knowing the perpetual light surrounds him.
Craig &Barb Lobajeski says
Condolences Craig and Barb Lobajeski .
Vicki Doebereiner Schuyler says
Sorry to hear of Terry’s passing. I have great memories of our annual visits between Racine and Jefferson. Sincere sympathy to the family.
Jane Krueger says
To Barb and family,
Very shocked to hear of your husband’s passing. May God give you strength during this time.
Jane (Goebel) Krueger.
Paul Kropp says
My condolences to Terry`s family. We were in scouts together for many years while going to Holy Name school. He always had kind words for everyone and went out of his way to help without being asked. Though we lost touch after high school I still remember those great times we had as kids growing up in the 50`s.
Anonymous says
Barb & Family-so sorry to hear of Terry’s passing. He was just a prince among men. My deepest sympathy to you all
Linda Serrano
Bob Gleason, Andis Company says
Deepest sympathies to the Doebereiner family on Terry’s passing. He was a real gentleman and a hard working and reliable associate of Andis. He is and will continue to be missed by many Andis associates. Rest in peace Terry.