Robert A. “Bob” Santelli, Sr., 79, of Kenosha, passed away on Monday, August 13, 2018, at St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee, surrounded by his loving family. Born in Kenosha, on August 19, 1938, he was the son of the late Benedetto and Emilia (Iorio) Santelli. A lifelong resident of Kenosha, he was educated in local schools, graduating from Mary D. Bradford. On July 29, 1961, he married Kathleen “Kathy” Anderson at St. Mary Catholic Church. They just celebrated their 57th wedding anniversary. Bob was employed as a baker by Paielli’s Bakery for over 44 years, where he worked alongside his best friend, Dino Paielli. He coached youth football for CYO and CYC levels. He enjoyed cooking for St. Mary smokers and events. His life centered around his children and grandchildren. Bob is survived by his loving wife, Kathy; three sons, Robert Jr. of Wheatland, Fred (Julie) of Pleasant Prairie, and Ken (Vanda) of Kenosha; seven grandchildren, Bobby, Brianna, Nick, Emily, Sara, Brandon and Brooke; his brother, Ben (Janet) Santelli of Kenosha; and sister, Theresa Chianelli of Racine. He was preceded in death by his parents; his daughter, Linda Lou Santelli in infancy; sister, Dolores J. Polentini; and brother, Guy J. Santelli. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Saturday, August 18th, at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Interment will follow at St. George Cemetery. Visitation will be held on Friday, August 17th, at Proko Funeral Home from 5:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Bob’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Lowanda
August 18, 2018
It is a painful thing to lose a love one in death, your family have my heartfelt sympathy. Death is never easy, and it brings great sorrow. Even Jesus cried when Lazarus died (John 11:35). But look forward to the day when our loved ones will rise, they will live (Isaiah 29:19. I hope these Scriptures bring you some comfort at this sad time.
Lisa Paielli
August 17, 2018
Our condolences to Kathy and family. Bobby, Fred and Ken and families - sorry for the loss of your dad and grandpa.We hope many happy memories fill the void in time.
Rosemary Ruffalo
August 15, 2018
Dear Kathy & Family, so very sorry to hear of Bob's passing. I have so many memories of cousin Bobby growing up, being I was the youngest child of Uncle Finy and Aunt Nancy. I remember all the times I spent over at Uncle Benny and Auntie Millie's house, the times he and my brother Richard spent together, so many beautiful memories.May God wrap his arms around all of you during this trying time. Rosemary
Dick Del Frate
August 15, 2018
Kathy and Family,I was so sorry to hear the news. We were in Kenosha just last month for a Del Frate family get together. We went to the bakery as usual when in town and I thought as we entered how different it was to know the Santelli "boys" weren't in back backing. Great family wonderful folks. I miss our old friends. God Bless!
al westermeyer
August 15, 2018
So many great memories I have since knowing you as a child and then later as an adult.I loved all the pasta dinners at the Santelli's when I was a kid.You made St. Mary football fun(which you said) in 8th grade when we won the championship. I appreciate the effort to get my slow rear in the end zone and you finally did on a screen pass that went 80 yards. Later in life as an adult it was fun coaching with Fred and you on the sidelines bending my ear on what play we should run.Thank you Mr. Santelli for all the special memories.RIP, you will be sadly missed.