Anton John Szikil

1934 ∼ 2023

Anton J. “Tony” Szikil, 88, of Kenosha, passed away on Tuesday, May 16, 2023, at his home with his family. Born in Kenosha, on July 24, 1934, he was the son of the late William and Lucy (Slagoski) Szikil. A lifelong resident of Kenosha, he was educated in local schools. On November 5, 1966, he married Karen Scoville at St. Anthony Catholic Church. Tony was a photographer and worked at Sterelczyk Photography for 42 years. He then went on to be self-employed as “Tony the Photographer” for an additional 10 years. He will always be known for photographing rock and roll legends Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and J.P. "The Big Bopper" Richardson when they appeared at the Eagles Ballroom in Kenosha, in 1959. Survivors include his wife: Karen Szikil; three daughters: Kim (Ken) Kukawski, Karie (Dean) Damitz, and Cheryl (Joe) Hyde; two grandsons who he loved spending time with: Matthew and Collin Hetchler; and a sister: Lillian Lentine. Aside from his parents, he was preceded in death by seven siblings: Stan Oliak, Frank Oliak, Regina Ungemach, Leona Webb, Verna Haubrich, Pauline Scuglik, and Frances Holmes. Services for Tony were held privately.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Tony’sOnline Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com

Condolences

Carolyn Odom May 25, 2023
I was so sorry to hear of Tony's passing. He photographed my wedding back in 1965. His mother was also my grandmothers good friend. Condolences to the family
Nancy Earl May 23, 2023
I had many conversations with tony when he volunteered at the hospital. He was so proud of the opportunity to photograph buddy holly and shared his photo album with me. He was such a dear man. My condolences to his family.
Beverly Moehrke Bojesen May 23, 2023
I’m sorry to hear of Tony’s passing. My deepest prayers and condolences to you Karen and family.
Mary Burnett May 17, 2023
Tony photographed my wedding on June 6, 1981 at the old Elk’s Club. He created such beautiful memories for me. Please know that he made such a wonderful difference in this world!