With heavy hearts, we announce the death of Joseph Racine of Waterloo, Illinois, born in West Frankfort, Illinois, who passed away on July 11, 2021 at the age of 87. Family and friends are welcome to leave their condolences on this memorial page and share them with the family.

He was predeceased by : his son Timothy Joseph Racine; his parents, Joe Racine and Esther Racine; his stepmother Mary Racine; and his siblings, Oneta Macieiski, Mary Marie Payne and Harry Racine.

He is survived by : his wife Mary L. Racine; his sons, Glenn A. Racine (Nancy), John Kyle Racine (Janis) and Sean Racine; his grandchildren, Lauren Dixon (Mike), Emily Audrain (John) and Ashley Ruiz (Cole); and his great grandchildren, Kane Dixon, Camryn Ruiz, John Joseph Audrain and Lillianna Audrain. He is also survived by sisters-in-law; nieces; nephews; and cousins.

As an expression of sympathy the family prefers memorial contributions to: Family Hospice, IL Patriot Guard, FLAG, American Legion - Chester, IL, or Donor's Choice.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Quernheim Funeral Home