Louis Peter Cairo

1925 ∼ 2016

Louis Peter Cairo, 91, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 4, 2016, at Brookdale Kenosha with his loving daughters at his side. Born in Kenosha on September 4, 1925, he was the son of the late Serafino and Angeline (Iovine) Cairo. A lifelong resident of Kenosha, he was educated in local schools. He was employed as a relief driver by American Motors Corporation until his retirement in 1986. Louis was a member of St. Mark’s Catholic Church and the Italian American Society. He was an avid Bocce player, playing with his brothers for House of Ruffalo and winning several championships. He loved to walk, took immaculate care of his yard, and had a lifelong love and knowledge of cars. Most importantly, he enjoyed spending time with his family and friends. He is survived by his two daughters, Susan Aiello and Nancy Cairo, both of Kenosha; a sister, Lucille (Burt) Pettey of Kenosha; six grandchildren, Todd (Dawn) Gibson, Julie (Tim Rains) Franco, Tony (Jennifer) Franco, Andrea (Ernie) Evangelista, Brian Cairo and Bill (Abbey) Schmidt; 13 great-grandchildren; and a great-great grandchild. Louis was preceded in death by a daughter, Karen Cairo; a son, Louis C. Cairo; three brothers, Mike Cairo, Felix Cairo and Frank Cairo; and five sisters, Carmela Perri, Anna Finizzi, Mary Maksen, Jessie Laudonio and Rose Laudonio. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, December 9th, at St. Mark’s Catholic Church at 11:00 a.m. Entombment will follow at All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation will be held on Friday at the church from 10:00 a.m. until the time of Mass.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Louis’ Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com

Condolences

Jill M. Gerolmo and Family December 6, 2016
Thank you Uncle Louie for all the wonderful and precious memories throughout my whole life. I always loved and respected you and have such great affection for you always but I admired you so much for showing such unconditional love to our whole family, especially Karen. You helped me understand how to relate to my sweet Rocco and to truly embrace and enjoy having such a special gift and recognizing the true joy of having a special needs child. I love you Uncle Louie. I will miss you so very much.