Alicia “Alice” Stiles (nee: Salinas), age 88, of Racine, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on Wednesday November 4, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family.
Born in San Antonio, Texas, Alice lived a life defined by faith, service, creativity, and devotion to those she loved. She spent many years working in manufacturing, concluding her career with Gleason Manufacturing, where she was respected for her dedication and strong work ethic.
Alice found joy in life’s simple blessings. She loved gardening and nurturing plants, collecting dolls, miniature spoons, and beanie babies, crocheting beautiful handmade gifts, and creating special things for family and friends. Whether through a carefully tended garden, a handmade scarf, or a thoughtful gesture, she had a gift for making others feel loved and cherished.
Her Catholic faith was the foundation of her life. Alice loved to read the bible and continue learning about God and all his wonderful gifts. As a devoted member of St. John Nepomuk Parish, she faithfully served as a Religious Education teacher, Christian Mother, and Eucharistic Minister, sharing her faith and compassion with generations of parishioners and students. Her commitment to serving others reflected the deep beliefs that guided her throughout her life.
Alice is survived by her husband of 39 years, Gordon Stiles; her children, Elizabeth (Dennis) Taylor, Ray Jr. (Joann) Sertuche, Donna (Ernest) Layman, and Richard (Eileen) Sertuche, her grandchildren Jose, Alicia, Yolanda, Rachel, Adam, and Jacob and great-grandchildren Imani, Ayala, Giana, Brooks, Makenzie, Shiloh, Ezra, Carter and Grant, extended family members, and dear friends who will miss her greatly.
She was preceded in death by her beloved grandparents Esteban and Katy Cantor, her parents Robert and Carrie and siblings Frank, Robert, Virginia, her great grandson Levi Judah Baratki, and her ever faithful and beloved companion Cinnamon.
Alice will be remembered for her gentle spirit, unwavering faith, generous heart, and the love she shared with family and friends.
Visitation for Alice will be held on Thursday, November 11, 2026, from 10:30 am – 12:30 pm at St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church, 1903 Green Street, Racine, WI, 53402. Mass of Christian Burial, officiated by Fr. Tim Sanchez, will take place at 12:30 pm, followed by interment at Calvary Cemetery.
The family extends sincere thanks to her caregivers, Star and Ashley, for the support, companionship, and care they provided in her later years.
Memorials to the H.O.P.E. Safehouse are suggested by the family.