Racine – Stephen Sadlon, 95, was called Home to be with his Lord and Savior on Friday evening, December 5, 2014, surrounded by his family.
Stephen was born on September 3, 1919 in Yonkers, N.Y. On June 4, 1950, Stephen married his beloved wife, the former Mary Sivik, in Yonkers, N.Y. Sadly, she preceded him in death on April 5, 2011 after 60 years of marriage.
Stephen served in the U.S. Army (Forth Infantry Division and 22nd Infantry Regentment) February 1941 – October 1945 where he served his country honorably and proudly, having landed on Utah Beach in France at the Invasion of Normandy on D-Day.
A man of great faith, Stephen was a member of St. Lucy Catholic Church. He was employed by Modine Manufacturing Co. for 33 years as a senior draftsman, retiring in 1984. Stephen enjoyed traveling, bowling, golfing, watching sports and most importantly, spending time with his entire family.
He is survived by his loving children, Mary (John Helland) Kolton-Karpowicz, Stephen (Jody) Sadlon, Theresa (Vincent) Trentadue, Joseph (Janet) Sadlon, Rose (David Baumann) Sadlon and Michael Sadlon; 11 grandchildren and 3 great-grandchildren; sister-in-law , Nancy Sivik; brother-in-law, Andrew Crill; niece, Catherine Crill Klotz; and nephew, Barry Sadlon. Further survived by other relatives and friends.
In addition to his beloved wife, Mary and parents, Stephen was preceded in death by his daughter, Helen Wickline; brother, John Sadlon; sister, Anna; brother-in-laws, John and Steve Sivik; sisters-in-law, Mary Sadlon, Rose Sivik and Helen Crill; and nephews, John Sadlon Jr. & Edward Sadlon.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Thursday, December 11, 2014 at 11:00 am in St. Lucy Catholic Church, 3101 Drexel Avenue, with Rev. Mark R. Jones officiating. Interment, with military honors, will be at West Lawn Memorial Park. A life celebration luncheon will follow. Visitation will be in the funeral home on Wednesday from 5:00 – 8:00 pm (Rosary recited at 7:30 pm) and in the church on Thursday from 10-11 am. In lieu of flowers, the family has suggested mass intentions for Stephen to St. Lucy’s Catholic Church or donations to one’s favorite charity. On-line words of inspiration and comfort can be made by visiting www.draeger-langendorf.com.
A heartfelt note of thanks to Dr. Richard Clark and staff for the many years of compassionate medical care and support given to our Dad. May God bless all of you!
Vicki Sommer says
My dear friend Rose and family,
Although I never had the opportunity to meet “DAD”, I feel I know him enough through all the wonderful things I have heard. My prayers for consolation and peace are with all of you, and wishing all a blessed Christmas.
Terry Ressler says
Theresa & Vince,
Please accept my heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Terry & Fran Ressler
Jerry & Chris Panek says
Rose,
We were so sorry to hear about the loss of your beloved father. Please accept our sincere sympathy at this sad time and know we will keep you and your family in our thoughts and prayers.
Bill Hansen says
Rose,
Sorry to hear of your Dad’s passing. He was one of the greatest generations that sacrificed a lot as noted by his experience in Normandy. I am sure he will be sorely missed. Please accept my deepest sympathy.
sadlon says
Steve was the last of the WWII heroes. My words are limited here so I can only say that I loved your daughter, Helen, with all of my heart. Rest gently Stefan, rest gently.
Ron Wickline
sue (simon) weitzel says
Mary, this is a voice from the past (high school) just read about your Dad’s passing and wanted to say how sorry that I was to hear about it, you are in my thoughts and prayers at this time, Sue
Barbara Donaldson says
Dear Mary,
I’m so sorry to hear about the loss of your father. My thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Barbara Donaldson