Robert A. Salvatore, 74, passed away in Las Vegas on Saturday, September 1, 2012 following a brief illness. He was born in LaSalle, IL on May 5, 1938, the son of the late Arthur and Filomena (nee: Marini) Salvatore.
While in high school, Mr. Salvatore was an Illinois All-State running back for 2 straight years. He was an avid bowler and Movie buff. He also enjoyed reading and walking. Mr. Salvatore had been employed by Marini Tool and Die Co. for over 42 years. Before moving to Las Vegas, Mr. Salvatore had been a member of St. Lucy Church, where he sang in the choir. He was a former member of Roma Lodge.
Surviving are his children, Christine Kost, Annette Geschke, Robert (Colleen Rigden) Salvatore, and Cynthia Salvatore, and Tracy Gemmel who he considered a daughter; 7 grandchildren, Harvey (Kristi) Kost, Jennifer Kost, Tina Salvatore, Jessica Geschke, Destiny Salvatore, Jake Salvatore, and Joshua Rigden; 7 great grandchildren, Allison, Robin, Tyler, Kayla, Nick Jr., Deidra, and Melina, all of Racine; sister, Elaine Wheatman, of Chicago; former wife, Marguerite Salvatore, of Racine. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his great granddaughter, Adrienne, brother-in-law, Warren Wheatman, and companion of 20 years, Joyce Gemmel.
His funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Monday, September 17th, at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Mark R. Jones officiating. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Sunday, from 4:00 p.m. until 6:00 p.m. and again on Monday, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the service. Private burial will be in West Lawn Memorial Park.
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