Sharon D. Bello, 77, of Paddock Lake, passed away peacefully on Sunday, May 28, 2017, at Rosewood Manor in Delavan. Born on August 16, 1939, in Modesto, CA, she was the daughter of the late Carl and Helen (Kingen) Bello. She attended local schools and went on to graduate from San Francisco State University with her Bachelor’s in education. Sharon taught school in the city of San Francisco for three years and then left to tour Europe for three years. Upon her return, she taught school in Oakland, CA. In 1972, she moved to Stevens Point, WI. At this time, she began working for the State of Wisconsin Job Service Division. She transferred in Kenosha in 1980. She retired in 1997. Sharon met Jim Long in 1982, at Job Service while he was hiring staff members for a new store opening. She did a phenomenal job by providing him with a great staff. After the store opened, Jim asked Sharon out to dinner, which led to cookouts, camping, and meeting one another’s friends. They were married on August 4, 1984, in Kenosha. Sharon loved volunteering, traveling, dancing, and most of all, her grandchildren. She was a member at Holy Cross Church in Bristol. She is survived by her loving husband, Jim Long; five sons, Mike (Erica) Janis, Ben (Vilayvanh) Janis, Mike (Amy) Long, Jeff (Karen) Long, and Dean Long; 6 grandchildren, Ella and Ty Janis, Logan and Sena Janis, and Jack and Erin Long; and one sister, Pamela Bello. The family would like to thank the entire staff at Brookdale Senior Living in Kenosha, Rosewood Manor in Delevan, and Kindred Hospice for the love and compassion they provided Sharon. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, June 8th, at Holy Cross Church, 30100 Wilmot Rd, Wilmot, WI 53192, at 10:30 a.m. Entombment will follow at Holy Cross Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Thursday at the church from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Joseph Indian School, 1301 N. Main Street, Chamberlain, SD 57325, would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Sharon’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Sharon Strohm
June 6, 2017
Condolences to the family. Sharon will be missed, she was a great boss and friend. We had a lot of laughs at our lunches and at work. She was an interesting person, gone too soon.
Chris Demo
June 5, 2017
Dear Jim & Family, I had the pleasure of meeting Sharon (and giving her a manicure)while our mom Jean was at Brookdale. I am so sorry for your loss but know that her struggle is over and she is at peace. You are in my thoughts & prayers.
Sandy Dodge
June 4, 2017
A true friend and neighbor we have lost. Our condolences to Sharon and her family. She was always a great person and I enjoyed her company. The first time I met her was the day we moved in to our house on 44th Ave and she was washing my floor. That was 1980. I had the pleasure of knowing her since then. Will be fondly remembered.
Dianna Underhill
June 4, 2017
Our mom, Jean was at Brookdale as well. Wishing you strength in your sadness..keep you wonderful memories close to your heart.
Franciene Hassman
June 4, 2017
Jim and family,Please accept my deepest sympathy on your loss of a wonderful person your dear Sharon.I worked with Sharon in the Kenosha Job Service office and not only was she my supervisor she was a good friend to all. She shared her home with me so I would not as long a commute and even welcomed my cat! She hosted an exchange student from South America and her hosta's she shared are still with me. Sharon was kind and fair and often talked lovingly about her family. May she rest in peace and fine eternal happiness.