Marlene A. Cordero, 65, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 22, 2018, at Aurora Medical Center. Born in Kenosha on April 26, 1953, she was the daughter of Roy and Betty (Orrico) Symonds. She moved to Carpinteria, CA, as a young teenager and returned to Kenosha in 2004. On July 28, 1984, she married Ronald L. Cordero in Las Vegas, NV. He preceded her in death on May 4, 2014. Marlene was a member of St. Peter Catholic Church and the Italian American Club Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed playing bocce and cards. Most of all, she enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. Survivors include her three children, Sara Jereda of Kenosha, Kelli (Keary Jr.) Ingrum of Palmdale, CA, and Colleen Frazier of Kenosha; her mother, Betty Orrico of Kenosha; a brother, William Symonds of Tennessee; eight grandchildren, Anthony, B.J., Christopher, Dylan, Loray, Gary, Erin, and James; and eight great-grandchildren. Marlene is further survived by many nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Roy Symonds; a brother, Richard Symonds; a grandson, Keary III; and a great-grandson, Aiden. Visitation will be held on Thursday, July 26th, at Proko Funeral Home from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the memorial service at 12:00 noon. Interment will be private.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Marlene’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Fr. Bill Hayward M.I.C.
July 25, 2018
I met Marlene shortly after she moved back to Kenosha, from California. She came to Manor Care Nursing Home to care for her mother. As the priest of St. Peter Church in those days I came weekly to offer Mass with the residents. Marlene was always there, caring for her mother and helping with the Liturgy. After her mother died she kept coming for Mass, building the relationships she had with the residents. I was so impressed with this. Marlene's warm heart led her to reach out to those in need. Her kindness and good humor were readily received by these residents.She joined St. Peter Church and became an active parishioner, happy to be part of that parish.May God reward you Dear Marlene, you had a sincere love for the unfortunate. Rest in the Peace of Jesus and Mary.Fr. Bill Hayward M.I.C.Ho Chi Minh City
Mary Knauer
July 24, 2018
Our deepest and heartfelt sympathies to Marlene’s family. We are so very sorry for your loss. Lew and Mary Knauer