Guido (John) Joao Gallo

Gallo, Guido (John) 88, formerly of Robinson, Illinois, died February 4, 2009 in Mequon, Wisconsin. He was born December 8, 1920, in Caxias do Sul, Brazil, South America, the son of Benvenuto Gallo and CarolinaD'Agostini Gallo. He served in the Brazilian Navy during World War II. He was active in the community of Robinson, Illinois, including membership in St. Elizabeth Catholic Church, the Knights of Columbus,E.M. Coulter American Legion Post #69, and BPO Elks. He was owner of Gallo's Red and White supermarket for 20 years.He married Mary Airola October 29, 1949. She preceded him in death in 2006. He leaves a son and daughter-in-law, John Michael and Terrie Gallo, of Grafton, Wisconsin, and two daughters and sons-in-law, JoanaCristina and Jack Marsteller, of Manhattan Beach, California, and Mary Teresa Gallo and husband Tony Bridges, of Chicago, Illinois. Also surviving are grandchildren Christina (Ryan) McNichol, Michael (Julie)Gallo, Stephanie (Chris) Saali, all of Wisconsin, and Jackson Marsteller, of California; great grandson Mason McNichol; and sisters-in-law Madeline Counsell and Dee Airola. He was preceded indeath by his brother, Alcides Gallo.The family expresses its gratitude to the staff of The Highlands at Newcastle and Advantage Home Care, for their loving and compassionate care.Visitation will be at St. Joseph Catholic Church in Grafton, Thursday, February 12, at 5:00 p.m., followed by a funeral Mass at 6:00. In the spirit of his quiet generosity, memorials in his name can be madeto the charity of your choice. Memorials: In the spirit of his quiet generosity, memorials in his name can be madeto the charity of your choice. Cemetery: Walnut Grove Cemetery Clinton, IN Visitation: 5PM to 6PM at St. Joseph Catholic Church 1619 Washington St. Grafton, WI 53024 on February 12, 2009 (map/driving directions) Service: 6PM at St. Joseph Catholic Church 1619 Washington St. Grafton, WI 53024 on February 12, 2009 (map/driving directions)