Orlando 'Fred' D. Cambio, Jr.

Bristol, WI -- Orlando “Fred” D. Cambio, Jr. passed away at his at his home on Thursday, February 11, 2010. Fred was born on May 25, 1940, in Chicago, IL. He was the son of the late Orlando D., Sr. and Angelina M. (Fraulini) Cambio.

In 1958 Fred graduated from St. Philips High School in Chicago. He received a B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from New Mexico State University in 1964.

On February 8, 1964, he was united in marriage to Lois Ann Sinkenberg. They moved their family to Bristol, WI, in 1972. In 1976 he started his own engineering consulting firm, Barnside Inc. He retired in 2009.

Fred is survived by his wife, Lois; his four children, Mary of Mundelein IL, Matthew (Jennifer) of La Crosse, WI, Nathan (Tina) of Weddington, NC, and Todd (Lily) of Madison, WI.; his eight grandchildren, Tatiana, Joseph, Silas, Nolan, Nicholas, William, Felix and Oscar; his siblings, Georgette Heiser of Somers, WI, and Michael Cambio of Barrington, IL.

While his passing will leave sadness; his life will always be celebrated by his friends and family.

Funeral services for Fred will be held on Monday, February 15, 2010, at 11 am at Holy Cross Church (formerly St. Scholastica), 18700 116th St., Bristol, WI. Visitation will begin at 10 am. In lieu of flowers, the family asks that a donation be made in Fred’s name to Hospice Alliance 10220 Prairie Ridge Blvd., Pleasant Prairie, WI 53158

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803 Main St., Racine (262) 634-7888

Mildred J. (Van Egeren) Deno

Mildred J. Deno (nee: Van Egeren), age 96, passed away Saturday February 13, 2010, at her residence. Mildred was born in Green Bay, WI, on February 17, 1913, daughter of the late Peter and Mary (nee: Liebergen) Van Egeren.

Mildred was a dedicated member of St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church and the Altar Society. In her younger years, she loved her many travels. Mildred later enjoyed her garden and was an avid reader. More than anything, she will be best remembered as a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother who will be dearly missed.

Survivors include her children, James Gryboski of Milwaukee, Carol (Bill) Davis of Crystal Lake, IL, Joanne (Jim) Lewelling of Phoenix, AZ, Bonnie (Lyle) Kleinhaus of Washington D.C. ; grandchildren, Lisa Davis, Laura (Bill) Goodfellow, Leslie (Jay) Kassel, Jennifer (Jay) Clare, James (Lisa) Lewelling Jeffery (Linda) Lewelling; 12 great-grandchildren; nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. In addition to her parents, Mildred was also preceded in death by her two husbands, Ernest C. Gryboski in 1963 and Ernest Deno in 1995; her granddaughter, Julie Kleinhaus in 2010; brothers and sisters and their spouses, Mamie (Joseph) Moureau, Esther (Wilbur) Semrucht, Anna (Joseph) Bins, John (Mary Jane) Van Egeren, Alvin (Margaret) Van Egeren, Harold (Margaret) Van Egeren .

A Mass of Christian burial will be held at St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church, 1903 Green St., on Friday February 19, 2010, at 11 a.m. Interment will be held at Holy Cross Cemetery, Milwaukee. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the church Friday from 10 a.m. until time of Mass. Memorials to St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church have been suggested.

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803 Main St., Racine (262) 634-7888

Madeline M. (Shafranski) Schulz

Madeline M. Schulz, age 83, passed away Saturday, February 13, 2010, at Wheaton-Franciscan All Saints Medical Center. Madeline was born in Stevens Point, WI, on March 5, 1926, daughter of the late Alex and Theresa (Nee: Marx) Shafranski.

Madeline was a graduate of Park High School. On June 21, 1957, in Racine she was united in marriage to Milton J. Schulz. For many years she was employed by O & H Danish Bakery. Madeline loved cooking, knitting, traveling and spending time with her grandchildren. Above all she was a loving and devoted wife, mother and grandmother who will be dearly missed.

Survivors include her loving husband of fifty-two years, Milton; her sons and daughter-in-law, Eric Schulz of Racine, Craig (Litzi) Schulz of Grafton, WI; her grandchildren, Margo and Cole; sister, Jeanette Moe of Racine; brothers, Richard (Heddy) Shafranski of Houston, TX, James (Barbara) Shafranski of Stevens Point, WI; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Bethel Hoaglund of Edina, MN, Nancy (James) Rooney of Racine, Gordon Schulz of Chanhassen, MN; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends.

A Memorial Service will be held Friday, February 19, 2010, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home. Relatives and friends may meet with the family Thursday at the funeral home from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m. and Friday at the funeral home from 10:30 a.m. until time of service at 11 a.m. Memorials to the American Cancer Society have been suggested.

The family would like to thank Dr. Mike Mullane and his staff, and the staff of the Wheaton-Franciscan All Saints Intensive Care Unit for their outstanding care and support.

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803 Main St., Racine (262) 634-7888

Marian M. (Sullivan) Cantele

Surrounded by her loving family, Marian M. Cantele, age 75, passed away unexpectedly Saturday, February 13, 2010, at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints Medical Center. She was born in Racine, May 12, 1934, daughter of the late Homer and Eva (Nee: Gille) Sullivan.

Marian graduated from St. Catherine’s High School “Class of 1952.” On November 27, 1958, at St. Edward’s Catholic Church she was united in marriage to Eugene J. Cantele. For the past 30 years, Marian was a real estate broker and pursued her passion for antiques and collectibles through her estate sale business. She was a member of St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church. Above all, Marian was about family, friends and laughter. She will be dearly missed.

Surviving are her husband of 51 years, Gene; children, Jeanine (Rick) Wellinghoff of Indianapolis, IN, John (Sue) Cantele of Wichita, KS; grandchildren, Alex and Claire Wellinghoff, Anthony and Jack Cantele. Brothers and sister include Ken Sullivan, Joyce (Butch) Spanjers, Frank (Angie) Sullivan; sisters-in-law, Mary Sullivan, Bernice Sullivan, Jean Sullivan and Ernestina Cantele; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. In addition to her parents, Marian was preceded in death by her son, Mark; and brothers, Orville, Harold (Bud), Paul and Bill.

A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated Wednesday, February 17, 2010, at 11:30 a.m. at St. John Nepomuk Catholic Church, 1903 Green St., with Reverend Don Zerkel officiating. Interment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery, Hwy 32. Relatives and friends may meet Wednesday at the church 9:30 a.m. until time of Mass. Memorials to St. Catherine’s High School have been suggested.

The family wishes to extend a sincere thank you to the doctors and staff for their loving and compassionate care.

MARESH-MEREDITH AND ACKLAM FUNERAL HOME
803 Main St., Racine (262) 634-7888

Robert E. 'Bob' Arndt

Robert E. “Bob” Arndt, age 88, passed away Friday morning, February 12, 2010, at his residence. Robert was born in Milwaukee July 15, 1921, son of the late George and Lyla (nee: Haertel) Arndt.

Robert proudly served his country in the United States Air Force. He graduated from the University of Wisconsin in 1943 with a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering. Furthering his education, he received his Master's degree from the Illinois Institute of Technology. He was united in marriage to the love of his life, Elaine Bennick, on August 23, 1953, at St. Benedict Church in Blue Island, IL; they have shared fifty-six beautiful years together.

Bob was employed with Walker Mfg. (later Tenneco) for over twenty years until his retirement in 1981. He enjoyed his many travels to national parks and through the country with Elaine. A man with a great mind and intellect, Bob loved reading and studying many different topics. He greatly enjoyed his time spent with his grandchildren. He will be dearly missed.

Survivors include his loving wife, Elaine, of Caledonia; son, James (Debra) Arndt of Caledonia; daughter, Jean (James) Dewinski of Riverside, IL; grandchildren, Ashley Arndt of New York City, NY, and Gary Arndt of Caledonia; nephew, Robert (Cynthia) Gruenwald; nieces, Ellen (Paul) Messner and Amy (John) Johnson; other relatives and friends. In addition to his parents, he was also preceded in death by his daughter, Susan, in 1976; and his sister and brother-in-law, Louise (Earl) Gruenwald.

Funeral services will be held at St. Andrew Lutheran Church, 1015 4 Mile Road, on Tuesday, February 16, 2010, at 11:30 a.m., with Rev. Michael Mueller officiating. Interment will be held at Wisconsin Memorial Park. Relatives and friends may meet with the family at the church Tuesday from 10 a.m. until time of services. Memorials to St. Andrew Lutheran Church have been suggested.

The family extends a special thank you to Bob’s caregiver, Zana, for all of her loving and compassionate care.

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803 Main St., Racine (262) 634-7888

Judy Ann (Peterson) Vance

Judy Ann Vance, age 73, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2010, at Ridgewood Care Center. Judy was born in Racine, June 28, 1936, daughter of the late Adolph Peterson and Mary Margaret “Monnie” (Nee: Brinck) Peterson Reiher Mohrbacher.

On February 14, 1953, she was united in marriage to Paul D. Vance, who preceded her in death on October 25, 1994. On June 28, 1997, she was united in marriage to Thomas J. Siebert. More than anything, Judy loved being with her family. In addition to caring for her family and friends, she enjoyed bowling, playing cribbage, politics and the New England Patriots. She will be dearly missed.

Survivors include her husband, Tom; her children, Cindi (Mike) Smith, Jeff (Karla) Vance; her grandchildren, Paul (Rhonda) Vance, Jodi Vance; her great-granddaughter, Haley, all of Racine; brother, James C. Reiher and friend Paula Larsen of Delafield, WI, and his children, Joshua Christian Reiher of Madison, WI, Shiloh (Dan) Roehl of Alexandria, VA, and their son, Lucas, Alissa (Matt) King of Portland, OR; sister, Trina (Tim) Creedon of Ottawa, IL, and their daughters, Morgan of Chicago, IL, and Latham (USN); special niece, Carole Kosterman; other nieces, nephews, relatives and many dear friends. In addition to her parents and first husband, she was preceded in death by her sister-in-law, Sally Spurgeon Reiher.

A Memorial Service will be held Tuesday, February 16, 2010, at 5 p.m. with Rev. Ronald J. Gramza officiating. Relatives and friends may meet with the family Tuesday at the funeral home from 3 p.m. until time of service at 5 p.m. Memorials to St. Richard Catholic Church, St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital, or to the Susan G. Komen Foundation have been suggested.

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803 Main St., Racine (262) 634-7888

Mike Saavedra

Mike Saavedra, age 75, passed away Thursday, February 11, 2010, at Wheaton Franciscan-All Saints Medical Center. Mike was born in Texas, October 11, 1934, son of the late Margarito and Cruz (Nee: Gonzales) Saavedra.

On October 31, 1953, in Elkhorn, WI, he was united in marriage to Nancy L. Brisko. Mike was employed by American Motors Corporation for thirty-two years, retiring in 1986. He was actively involved with the Eagles Club Aerie 281, serving as member, Past President and Vice President. Mike was an accomplished musician who loved playing with his band, “Mike Saavedra and the Travelers,” and played in taverns and for many weddings in the Racine, Kenosha and Milwaukee area. In 1959 Mike placed first in the local talent contest just ahead of Barbara McNair. He coached Little League Lake Park Cardinals for many years. Mike enjoyed playing on several dartball and bowling leagues. Above all he treasured time spent with his family and will be dearly missed.

Survivors include his loving wife of fifty-six years, Nancy; his son, Randy (Cindy) Saavedra; his daughter, Lynn Saavedra; his grandchildren, Sarah (Tony) Eschmann, Tracey (Derrick) Dal Santo, Steven (Nicole) Saavedra, Scott Saavedra (fiancé, Tori), Ryan Saavedra; three great-grandchildren, Kayla, Carter and Bailee; brothers and sisters, Esther (Paul) Bishop, Anne Beckett, Mickey Saavedra, Frank Rodriguez; sisters-in-law and brothers-in-law, Barbara (Don) Bednar, Sam (Jeaneen) Brisko, Bill Beckett; nieces, nephews, other relatives and many dear friends. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his son, Mike Saavedra Jr.; sisters, Lupe Braun and Josie Beckett.

Funeral services will be held Monday, February 15, 2010, at 11 a.m. at the funeral home with Rev. Kathy Brown officiating. Interment will follow at Graceland Cemetery. Relatives and friends may meet with the family Sunday at the funeral home from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. (Eagle Prayer Service at 5 p.m.) and Monday at the funeral home from 10:30 a.m. until time of service.

The family wishes to extend a special thank you to Rev. Kathy Brown for all the kindness and love shown our family, and to the nurses at Wheaton Franciscan All Saints Medical Center for their loving and compassionate care.

MARESH-MEREDITH AND ACKLAM FUNERAL HOME
803 Main St., Racine (262) 634-7888