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Denis Loverine Obituary

Denis Loverine

December 24, 1939 - July 16, 2025

Denis James Loverine, 85 years old, lifelong resident of Kenosha, Wis., passed away Wednesday, July 16, 2025, at Aurora Medical Center, Kenosha, Wis.

He was born December 24, 1939, in Kenosha, Wis., the son of the late Joseph and Evelyn (Denis) Loverine. He attended St. Mary Grade school through high school, where he was the last graduating class, in 1958. Denis went on to attend University of Wisconsin – Whitewater and later earned an MBA from University of Illinois – Chicago. Denis also served in the Air National Guard for six years. He married Lynn Kitzmann in 1978.

Denis was employed by Snap-On Tools, Kenosha, Wis., where he started in the tax department, and retired as Treasurer/Vice President after 42 years of service. Denis enjoyed outdoor activities; his favorites were downhill skiing, and golfing. He also enjoyed traveling and spending time with his children and grandchildren.

Survivors include his wife of 47 years, Lynn, children, Suzette (Frank) Bilotti, Michael (Erika) Loverine, and Matthew (Jennifer) Loverine; a sister, Betty (Gene) Fitch; and grandchildren, Nico Bilotti, Joey Bilotti, Stella Loverine, Luna Loverine, and Elliot Loverine.

In addition to his parents, Denis was preceded in death by a brother, Joseph Loverine.

Visitation will be held from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., on Monday, July 21, 2025, at St. Mary Catholic Church, 7307 40th Avenue, Kenosha, WI. Mass of Christian Burial will begin at 12:00 p.m., and interment will follow in Green Ridge Cemetery, Kenosha, Wis. In lieu of flowers, those desiring may make contributions to St. Mary Catholic Church, The Shalom Center, or a charity of your choice, in Denis' memory.

Proko Funeral Home & Crematory

5111 60th Street

Kenosha, WI 53144

262-654-3533

www.prokofuneralhome.com

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Published by Kenosha News on Jul. 20, 2025.

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Lou Rugani

July 27, 2025

Denis is a fellow St. Mary HS classmate.

Linda Sherfinski

July 22, 2025

Lynn, I am so sorry for your loss.
May all your happy memories support you in this difficult time.

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Memorial Events
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Jul

21

Visitation

10:00 a.m.

St. Mary Catholic Church

7307-40th Avenue, KENOSHA, WI 53142

Jul

21

Funeral Mass

12:00 p.m.

St. Mary Catholic Church Fr. Roman Stikel

7307-40th Avenue, KENOSHA, WI 53142

Jul

21

Interment

1:30 p.m.

Green Ridge Cemetery

6604-7th Avenue, KENOSHA, WI 53143

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Proko Funeral Home - Kenosha

5111-60th St., Kenosha, WI 53144

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