Guy Louis Turco, 88, of Kenosha, entered the gates of heaven peacefully on Friday, May 10, 2024, at Clifden Court Assisted Living in Franklin, WI surrounded by his loving family.
Born in Kenosha on October 8, 1935, he was the son of the late Giuseppe “Joe” Turco and Rose (Covelli) Turco.
On May 13, 1961, he married Gladys Tures at St. George Catholic Church. She preceded him in death on February 17, 2015, after nearly 54 years of marriage.
Following his graduation from St. Mary’s High School in 1955, Guy served in the United States Army until he was honorably discharged.
For more than 30 years, Guy worked as a machinist at Alfa Laval Inc., and its legacy brand Ladish Tri-Clover, in Kenosha, WI, until his retirement in 1998.
Guy was an avid gardener and an active member of the Kenosha Garden Club, holding several offices over the years, including president. He was also actively involved with his parish, St. Therese Catholic Church, helping organize activities like weekly bingo and the annual parish festival. After his retirement, Guy joined the Italian American Society of Kenosha, where he regularly participated in social activities, including the bocce ball league. In addition to his passion for gardening and his commitment to his faith, Guy enjoyed baking, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.
He is survived by his three children, Karla (Rob) Larsen of Pleasanton, CA, Christopher (Renee) Turco of Franklin, WI, and Rebecca (Brian) Konya of Mequon, WI; eight grandchildren, Olivia, Claire, Kayla, Cassandra, Joseph, Allison, Madeline, and Lila; and sister Janet Weiss of Apple Valley, CA.
He was preceded in death by his parents, wife and two sisters, Mary Jane Sorensen, and Laura Burke.
The family would like to thank The Legacy of St. Joseph’s, Hospice Alliance, Clifden Court, and Preceptor Home Health Alliance for their heartfelt care, compassion, and support.
A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Friday, May 24th, at St. Therese Catholic Church at 11:30 a.m. Entombment will follow at All Saints Mausoleum with Full Military Honors. Visitation will be held on Friday, May 24th, 2024, at the church from 10:30 a.m. until the time of Mass.
In lieu of flowers, donations to the Alzheimer’s Association would be appreciated by the family.
