Rae Ellen Gorecki Obituary

The family of Rae Ellen Gorecki of Milwaukee, Wisconsin announces her passing on August 18, 2026. Rae, born on January 17, 1958, is remembered by family, friends, and others who shared time and connection. You can send your sympathy in the guestbook provided and share it with the family.

She was predeceased by: her parents, Howard Smith and Dorothy Smith; her siblings, Harlan Smith (Doris), Sue Erickson (William) and Deanna Meyer (Robert); her parents-in-law, Florian and Martha Gorecki; and her brother-in-law Florian Gorecki Jr..

She is survived by: her husband Joseph Gorecki; her sister-in-law Yvonne Gorecki; her nieces and nephews, Karen Erickson, Ron Erickson (Melissa), Robin Bodden, Kyle Smith, Terry McDonald (Rob), Steve Meyer (Rhonda), Kirstin Foy (Bryan) and Joleen Clayton (Dewey); her pet Buster; and her friend Joe Pisarek. She is also survived by great-nephews, great-great-nieces and great-great-nephews, close friends.

Memorials to the Wisconsin Humane Society are appreciated.