Shirley H. Ceci Obituary

Shirley was born in Des Plaines, IL, on November 6, 1936, the youngest of three children born to Arnold and Rose Haldi. After graduating from Jefferson High School, she moved to Milwaukee, where she met her future husband Louis, while employed as a legal secretary.

She is survived by her husband, life partner and best friend of over 65 years, Justice Louis J. Ceci, and their children Joseph (Pamela) of Wauwatosa, Geraldine (Peter) Cupery of Madison, David (Marilyn) of East Hampton, NY, Remy of Pepin and Louis G. of Nevada City, CA. She is further survived by her grandchildren Douglas, Theodor, Thomas, Nicholas, Anthony, Joseph (Lynn) Gleue and Rose (Morgan) Rogers, as well as her brother Donald (Nancy) of Denver, dear nieces, nephews, great-grandchildren and many loving friends.

Shirley was preceeded in death by her parents, her sister Grace, and daughter Kristin.

She was instrumental in advancing Justice Louis J. Ceci's career through her fiercely loyal love, encouragement and support. They loved to travel, enjoying immensely their ocean cruises, and exploring their heritages in Italy, Switzerland, and Germany. They also enjoyed building their homes in the Town of Jackson, Glendale, Fitchburg, the Town of Brookfield, and St. Petersburg, FL.

Visitation for family and friends will be held on Friday, February 11, at Schmidt & Bartelt Funeral Home, 10121 North Avenue in Wauwatosa, from 10 a.m. until the funeral service at 12 p.m. Private entombment will take place at Resurrection Cemetery in Mequon.

Shirley, her wonderful laugh and radiant smile will live in our hearts forever.

In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made in Shirley's name to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America.