Livia Kornelia Szele, 73, of Sturtevant, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 30, 2013, at All Saints Wheaton Franciscan Hospital. Born on June 11, 1939 in Pecs, Hungary, she was the daughter of the late Karoly and Ilona (Jerolin) Varady. In 1957 she immigrated to the United States in New Jersey, moved to Chicago in 1962, then Kenosha in 1973 and most recently Sturtevant in 2006. On June 24, 1962 she married Joseph L. Szele in Newark, NJ. For 20 years she was the co-owner/operator of Szele Apple Orchard in Pleasant Prairie. She enjoyed painting, artwork, making jewelry, hunting, fishing and spending time traveling the south in the winter. Livia was a member of the Kenosha Art Association. She is survived by her husband, Joseph of Sturtevant; two sons, Richard of Kenosha and Alexander of Winnipeg, Canada; and one sister, Gabriella (David) Brookbank of Neenah, IN. Livia was preceded in death by her parents and her brother, Huba.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Livia’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Marilyn Benoche
February 6, 2013
I was deeply saddened to hear of Livia's passing. SO many wonderful memories of her, so many laughs. What a fabulous sense of humor she had. I will miss our phone chats.What great fun we had. Sending my prayers and love.
Mary Frances Chachula
February 6, 2013
My sympathy to Livia's family, Joe and the boys, she was quite a lady. She was always cheerful and with a smile. I want to thank all of you for letting me wander your apple orchard when the blossoms were out. Have several hundred photos and whenever I smell a blossom it puts be back to when I was growning up, now I'll be reminded of Livia. Thank all of you for making me feel welcome and sharing your orchard with me. Mary Frances (Kenosha Art Assoc. Member)
Dave, Karen, Brittnay & Lindsay
February 5, 2013
We met Livia when her and Joe moved to Sturtevant. She was a sweet caring person who always had a smile on her face. She will truly be missed. Our condolences and prayers to Joe and the entire family.
Carolyn Faulk
February 5, 2013
I have so many wonderful memories of the times spent with Livia over the years. I appreciated her many talents and her friendship. Chuck & I send our love to you Joe, Rich, & Alex.
Victoria (Ide) Schmidtke
February 5, 2013
I knew Livia and her son. I worked with Livia at the Kenosha County Fair with Peggy Bozon. I am so sorry to hear of her passing.
Brian Jensen
February 5, 2013
I knew Livia and the family when they were running Szele's Apple Orchard. Her personality and pleasantry will certainly be missed. Deepest condolences to the family.
Diane
February 5, 2013
I only knew Livia thru Meals on Wheels but she was a real bright spot in my Wednesday route. She will be missed