Sam Patitucci, 97, passed away on Friday, September 3, 2010, at St. Anne’s Salvatorian Campus in Milwaukee. Born on August 10, 1913, in Kenosha, Sam was the son of Ralph and Rosaria (Pellegrino) Patitucci. He was a lifelong resident of Kenosha and attended Kenosha schools. Sam was a veteran of the United States Army serving as a sergeant in the 32nd Division for four and a half years during the Second World War. Upon returning from service he married Mary Mattioli on January 26, 1946, at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church. This past January he and Mary celebrated their 64th wedding anniversary. Sam worked at Frost Company as chief electrician for 35 years, retiring in 1978. He was a member of the Holy Name Society of Holy Rosary Church and belonged to the Italian American Club. Sam was known for his gentle smile and his quiet ways. He was devoted to his family and was a great friend to many. He is survived by his devoted son, Ralph (Carolyn); his beloved grandchildren, Marissa Geist (Paul), Christina, and Teresa; his great-grandson, Samuel Rash; and many nieces, nephews and friends. He was preceded in death by his daughter, Rita Ann; his sister, Ruby Principe; and his sister Millie Upham. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Wednesday, September 8th, at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at St. George Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Wednesday at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the Mass. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Anne’s Salvatorian Campus in Sam’s name would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Sam's Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com