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Gino Schiaffino

1959 ∼ 2026

Gino Schiaffino

Eugene “Gino” A. Schiaffino, 67, of Kenosha, WI, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, June 15, 2026.


Born on January 1, 1959, in Kenosha, WI, he was the son of the late Eugenio A. Schiaffino and Gilda C. Schiaffino (nee Redo). He attended local schools, graduating from Tremper High School.


Gino worked at Outboard Marine as a mechanic for a few years before finding his true calling as a bartender. He owned and operated both Sir Arthur’s and Rumors Lounge. He also worked for Giovanni’s in Milwaukee and Eagle Lake as a bartender. Gino capped off his bartending career at Stella’s Casa Capri.


Gino was very accomplished with numbers. He was so good at it he earned a one-year college scholarship to Duluth Minnesota.


Gino is survived by his daughter, Brittany Herr; a sister, Gilda Smith of Kenosha, a brother, Joseph (Karen) Schiaffino; and a niece, along with several cousins. In addition to his parents he was preceded in death by his stepmother, Catherine “Chi Chi” Schiaffino.


A special THANK YOU to Mark and Tim Gascoigne, Louis “Hondo” Stella and David Molinaro. Your unwavering friendship with Gino will not be forgotten.


A celebration of life will be held at a later date at Stella’s Casa Capri.

Condolences

Brent DeLoughary June 26, 2026
"G MAN" GINO. Through so many laughs, so many cook outs, so many private conversations. You will always be loved.
Jill and Warren June 26, 2026
So many Synday night memories sitting at the bar at Casa listening to your jokes and hearing all your stories. You will be missed my friend.
Lynn June 26, 2026
RIP Gino! Thanks for the memories from Alpine Club Christmas parties when we were kids to wild times at Rumors bar with you and Crystal to being like a brother to Steven. I’m sure you, Steven and Joe are already throwing a party! You sure will be missed! 💔🥲
Bob Monroe June 26, 2026
So sorry to here this, his was a great man and friend enjoyed his company and his bars.
Jennifer Larkin June 26, 2026
Thank you for taking a chance on me and giving me my first bartending job. Thank you for all the laughs and memories, you are now and always will be missed. Say hi to Stevie for me.
Stace the Face June 26, 2026
Gino. Geenareen. I can’t begin to list all the memories over so many years. But I can say this… every time one pops into my mind, I’m certain it will bring a smile to my face. It always has and it always will. I’m so glad I got a chance to know you, and spend so much time with you for so long. Some of the best memories of my life. Thank you.
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Kimi & Jason McGonegle June 26, 2026
Gino, we have so many memories with you in them. They are all fond ones & so many laughs. We'll miss you, but we will never forget you. Say hi to the "Rumors Gang" for us. Condolences to the family, he was truly a legend. Jay & Kimi (KTB) McGonegle
jim gallo June 26, 2026
Gino was a free spirit. I can't recount all the fun we had together decades ago. I - as many - wouldn't forget you. RIP, jim
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Gary Gallo June 26, 2026
Miss you. I will always remember our time together shooting billiards at 7th Ave. Eight ball in the corner pocket. Rest in Peace dear cousin.