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ARTHUR JOHN SCHIAVO, 83 LOVES PARK - Arthur John Schiavo, 83, of Loves Park died Monday, Dec. 12, 2011, at OSF Saint Anthony Medical emergency room. Born April 1, 1928, in Rockford, son of John and Mary (Ferro) Schiavo. Graduate of St. Thomas High School, Class of 1945. Served in the U.S. Marines during the Korean War from 1947 to 1951. Married Lori Mae Bailey on Sept. 6, 1952, in Rockford. Art started his career with Rockford Plumbing & Heating in 1952 and in 1972 became the business agent for the Plumbers & Pipe Fitters Local 23 for the next 19 years. He then continued as the administrator of Local 23 Trust Funds for 14 years; serving a total of 39 years on the Board of Trustees. Art was involved in church ministries at First Assembly of God for 40 years; serving as an usher, Sunday school teacher, small group leader, and much more. He had been attending Water of Life Ministries. He had a great passion for golf, gardening, caring for his home, but most of all his family and the legacy he left behind. Survived by loving wife of 59 years, Lori; children, Steve (Patti) Schiavo of Florida, Kevin (Debby) Schiavo of Rockford, Sue (Ron) Gwaltney and Curt (Kim) Schiavo, all of Loves Park; grandchildren, Jennifer (Matt), Andrew, A.J. (Raven), Summer (Nick), Kara; seven great-grandchildren; brother, Anthony (Eddie) Schiavo of St. Charles; and devoted dog, "Bailey." Predeceased by parents; and brother, Joseph Schiavo. Service at 10:30 a.m. Friday, Dec. 16, at Rockford First, 5950 Spring Creek Road, Rockford. Entombment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 4 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 15, at the church, and from 9:30 a.m. Friday to service time. In lieu of flowers, memorials made to the family. Arrangements by Honquest Family Funeral Home with Crematory, Rockford Chapel. To share memories and offer condolences, visit honquestfh.com.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from Dec. 14 to Dec. 15, 2011.

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December 23, 2011

Steve and Family ~ So sorry to read of your dad's passing. He'll live on in the hearts and minds of all who he loved, and who loved him so much. My parents send their sympathies also. May you have a blessed season of joy and celebration of life. Lisa Danielsen Burnett & family

Joe Militello

December 17, 2011

My heart is with all of you. I know that God will keep His hand all of you during this time. Blessings and peace.

George Rivera

December 16, 2011

Dear Lori,

We are so sorry to hear of Art's passing. You and your family are in our thoughts. Please let us know if there is anything we can do for you.

Sincerest Condolences,

Your neighbors, George and Tammy Rivera

Chad Dubbs

December 16, 2011

Kevin and the entire Schiavo family...We express our deepest condolences at this time of loss. Although we only met him a few times with Lori at the car wash, I can only imagine what kind of person he was. Kevin, after reading several peoples comments, I can see where you get your great faith. It hurts loosing a loved one this time of year, we definitely know from loosing mom 8 years ago just before Christmas. You are all in our prayers.

The entire staff at Ultimate Car Wash and The Dubbs Family.

December 16, 2011

Our sincere condolences to Lori, Steve, Kevin,
Sue,Curt and their families for their loss. We appriciate the many years of friendship and dedicated service to Local 23 that Art has given us.


Russell and Pam DiBenedetto

Brett McCoy

December 16, 2011

Curt, I am sorry to hear of your family's loss. My prayers are with you all.

Al and Edie Nyen

December 15, 2011

Dear Lori and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of Art's passing. Our loss is heaven's gain.We've always enjoyed seeing and talking with Art and your family.Sorry we couldn't be there at Art's service.His legacy and godly example will be remembered.

Donald Armstrong

December 15, 2011

My condolences to the family of Art, We will miss him

December 15, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers go out to the Schiavo family. Art was a great person and a committed leader. The members and families of Plumbers and Pipefitters Local 23 will be forever grateful for the stewardship and dedication that Art provided them in his tenure as a Business Agent and Trustee of their funds.

Darryll Russell

Ken Pearson

December 15, 2011

My condolences to the entire Family, Art will be greatly missed.

December 15, 2011

Lori and Sue,
Just heard of Art's passing. He was a great friend and wonderful person.
My thoughts are with you.

Grant Sample Tulsa, ok.

Terry & Phyllis Backens

December 15, 2011

Lori we are so sad to hear about Art. Will be praying for the family.

Joanne Wolfe

December 14, 2011

MY sympathies to the Schiavo family. God Bless

Caroline Seabaugh

December 14, 2011

Lori and Family, I am so at a loss to know what to say at this time. I just spoke with Art a short time ago at Panera Bread and he was his caring, loving self. Heaven is surely richer because of his entrance but earth is much poorer because of his loss. I will never forget my first Sunday in Rockford. You and Art welcomed me with open arms. I love you and treasure our friendship. Love you and praying for you, Caroline Seabaugh

Douglas & Ofelia Tracy

December 14, 2011

Lori i am so sorry for your loss, Art's heart for God was amazing, i would see the tears flowing as the Spirit was the thickest with in the service.
Let me know if i can help in any way.

Doug & Ofelia Tracy

Mary Powell

December 14, 2011

Lori, I am so sorry to hear of Art's passing. He was such a gentleman and a wonderful man of God. His smile could light up a room.

Dianne Larson (WOLM)

December 14, 2011

May God lift you up at this time and give you peace in your heart and soul.

denny johnson

December 14, 2011

Art was such an "encourager"....... his life always glowed with a Christ-like attitude. He will be missed by so many...... he was an inspiration to me, for which I will always be grateful.

December 14, 2011

Lori, I am praying for you and your family. I am not going to be able to attend services, but if I can do anything for you or help you in any way, call me. Love you, Roy and Evelyn Gipson

December 14, 2011

Lori:My prayers are with you and I pray God hold you so close during this time of great loss. Anita Kapfer (Kim Benson's mother)

Rick Terven

December 14, 2011

On behalf of General President Hite and the Officers of the UA we express our sincerest sympathy to the Schiavo family. Art was a man who cared deeply for his local and his union.

December 14, 2011

We were very sad to read of the loss of your fater. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Vickie & Tom Faleo

Elyn Watson

December 14, 2011

A good man, a wonderful father and husband. Art, you will be missed. All my love and prayers to the Schiavo family.

Dorrell Perry

December 14, 2011

Art always had a smile, and a warm greeting for anyone that he met. He is home, his room was prepared. My prayers are with your family.

TLS

December 14, 2011

My sympathies to the Schiavo family. I remember Art was a kind Godly man. Art and Lori are great examples of a christian couple. I am sure he is in the presence of the Lord. I pray that you all feel God's peace and comfort in the days ahead. Blessings to you!

Charles&Kathryn Bandy

December 14, 2011

Art was a very giid friend of our's, he gave me some Marine Corp's memoriability,that I really liked.I was going to bring Him something from the PX in Huntsville,Al. but I didnt get down there in time.
Art was such a good Guy, it was too bad that we lost Him.
Charles & Kathryn Bandy

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