Grace Marie Halverson

1926 ∼ 2025

Grace Marie Halverson
Grace Marie Halverson, 99 years old of Kenosha, WI passed away Friday, December 19, 2025, at the Legacy at St. Joseph's, Kenosha, WI.She was born February 13, 1926, in Onalaska, WI the daughter of the late Edward and Esther (Brown) McCabe. Grace graduated from Holmen High School, Holmen, WI and on June 5, 1948, she married Lyman Halverson at St. James Church, LaCrosse, WI and he preceded her in death in 1999. Grace worked for Electric Auto-Lite in LaCrosse, WI from 1943 – 1958.Her family was the joy of her life. Grace was an avid Bridge player, a member of the Christian Woman’s Club, and Bridge Club. Survivors include her children, Richard (Pat) Halverson, Mark (Kathie) Halverson, Karen (William) Vincent, and Mary (Don) Birkholz; a son-in-law, Brian Portilia; sister, Mary Hanson; brother, John McCabe; ten grandchildren, Kellee Chwala, Tim Halverson, Lisa Ziarko, Brian Portilia, Brock Portilia, Rianna Doll, William Vincent V, Brett Vincent, Jeremy Birkholz, and Jillian Fuhrer; and 17 great-grandchildren.In addition to her parents and husband, Grace was preceded in death by a son, Dennis Halverson; a daughter, Nancy Portilia; grandson, Erik Halverson; four sisters; and three brothers.The family would like to extend their gratitude to the Legacy at St. Joseph's and Hospice Alliance for all of their care and support. Visitation will be held from 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. on Monday, December 29, 2025, at The Legacy at St. Joseph’s, 9244 29th Avenue, Kenosha, WI. Mass of Christian Burial will commence at 1:00 p.m. Monday at the Legacy at St. Joseph's. Entombment will be private in All Saints Mausoleum, Pleasant Prairie, WI. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to The Legacy at St. Joseph's or Hospice Alliance, in her memory. Arrangements are entrusted to Proko Funeral Home.

Condolences

Robert Uren December 29, 2025
Rich, so sorry for the loss of your mother. May you find comfort in the memories you have made through your life. May your mom rest in peace.Miss talking with you Pat. Sandy and Bob Uren
Kerry Connelly December 24, 2025
Our condolences to the entire family. Grace was a class act. Always had something good to say. She will be missed, but not forgotten. Kerry and Geri Connelly.
Linda and Bob Zandi December 23, 2025
We’re sincerely sorry for loss of your Mom, Grandmother and Great-mother. She was a wonderful lady, and family was everything to her! What a gift to all! Rest in peace Grace. Linda and Bob Zandi
Dave Smiley Johnson December 22, 2025
So sad and sorry to hear Grace has passed away. Condolences to the Halverson family. I have known Grace since I was in grade school. She was a wonderful person, always friendly and kind. Have many good memories of her, she was a really good person. I am sad she passed but glad I knew her. Rest in Peace Grace. I am planting a tree in honor of you. Respectfully, Dave Smiley Johnson, Boynton Beach, Fl.
Betty Delfield December 22, 2025
Sending loving Condolences to all...Rest in Peace Grace...From Frank & Betty
Ann Krulatz Rosmann December 21, 2025
Sending condoles to Richard, Mark, and other family members. May the lifetime memories ease the sorrow and bring smiles to your hearts of your childhood to adult moment with Dad, Mom, and all.
Laura Drinka December 20, 2025
Karen and family, our deepest condolences on the loss of your mom. Troy Dalton and Laura Drinka