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Steven Latina Obituary

Latina, Steven J. Found peace December 19, 2009, at age 52. Beloved son of late Frank and Charlotte Latina. Loving brother of Tom and Dave. Loving uncle of Frankie Latina and dear friend of Robin Koper, Mike Ditcheit and so many caring relatives and friends. Steve completed culinary training in Chicago and excelled at leading the family's 4-star Old Prague Restaurants. Steve's passion was fishing with friends on his beloved boat, The After Midnight. A devoted NASCAR and Packer fan, he loved all fast and adventurous sports. Steve will be deeply missed and remembered for his loyalty, sincerity, humor and lifelong friendships. A memorial reception will be held at Saz's State Room, 5539 W. State St., Milwaukee, from 2-4:00PM January 23, 2010. In lieu of flowers, the family requests memorial contributions in Steve's name to Jefferson Recovery House c/o Capuchin Communications, 1927 N. 4th St., Milwaukee, WI 53212.

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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel on Jan. 17, 2010.

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matthew fagan

January 26, 2010

steve was a great friend always was kind and gracious he sure could unlock my car when i locked the keys in it
latina family is a wonderful family

January 18, 2010

The staff and crew at All Safe & Security send our sympathy to the Latina family. We missed Steve when he left us and we will miss him more now.

January 17, 2010

With sympathy we send our condolences to the Latina family. Even though we had not seen Steve in quite awile he was still near to our hearts. John and Jodie Myers St. Paul, MN

January 17, 2010

The Murr and Baas family sends our deepest sympathy to the Latina Family. I know that my brother Bill loved and admired Steve's culinary abilities. Now he has another friend in Heaven. We don't know why...only that it was too soon.
Sincerely, Pamela Murr Baas
Town of Vernon Wisconsin

Robin Koper

January 17, 2010

My deepest sympathy and love to Dave, Tom & Frankie Latina.

Steve was a loving friend and I will treasure the memories forever. We spoke often as though he was never far away, we laughed and we cried. Throughout my life Steve was there for me, we would be lifelong friends. Steve was considerate yet humble and always had a kind heart. His stories were very colorful as though you were able to see everything he described. He cherished the early days and the fun he had with friends, including his best buddy and dog Ben.

Steve was enthusiastic at all he did and would “fix” anything he could get his hands on. His passion for tools started early as he worked on everything at the motel, restaurant, cars, boat, before moving into security systems. Steve enjoyed fast cars, motorcycles, and his boat.

Steve was a great chef and he appreciated good food. The holidays at the Latina home was a feast of ethnic foods for all to enjoy. The Latina family always welcomed friends into their home.

I am blessed to have had the most amazing friend. Steve is not far away, he is an angel.

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