Obituary
Michael Anthony Vaccarella, 64, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 15, 2015, at United Hospital System-Kenosha Campus after a long illness with Sarcoidosis.
Born on in Kenosha on April 15, 1951, he was the son of Leonard Anthony and Gertrude Marie (Genack) Vaccarella, Sr. A lifelong resident of Kenosha, he was educated in local schools.
Michael was employed as a mechanic with the Park District of Highland Park for several years. He was an avid musician, playing the guitar and was the drummer for Yesterday’s Children. Michael was also known as someone who could fix anything.
Surviving is his mother, Gertrude Vaccarella of Kenosha; his sister, Marie Louise Serpe of Kenosha; a niece, Lisa (Dan) Becker of Kenosha; a nephew, Anthony “Tony” (Cindy) Serpe of Kenosha; two great-nephews, Hunter Becker and Niko Serpe; two great-nieces, Kaitlyn Becker and Sophia Serpe; and the love of his life, Renee Mehleis, and her children and grandchildren. His is further survived by countless friends.
He was preceded in death by his father, Leonard Vaccarella, Sr.; and his brother, Leonard Vaccarella, Jr.
Michael’s family would like to thank Dr. Mariani, Dr. Rizzo and the staff of United Hospital System-Kenosha Campus for all of the kind and compassionate care they gave him.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, November 24th, at Proko Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the family would be appreciated by the family.
Proko Funeral Home & Crematory
5111-60th Street
Kenosha, WI 53144
Phone: (262) 654-3533
Visit Michael’s Online Memorial Book at:
www.prokofuneralhome.com
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