Service Details
A private memorial service is planned.
Memorial Suggestions
Donations in Luke’s name are suggested to the Humane Society or conservation effort of choice.
Galveston, Texas (formerly of Racine) – Born into this world 11/12/79 and left this world 06/19/18. Luke leaves behind his loving parents Colleen and Albert Totero, Carl (Renae) Pavilonis, sisters Abby Totero and Anne Totero, nephew Carter, special friend Penny, his beloved dog Friday, extended family and many friends. Luke was a loving and giving person to all, an avid outdoorsman, fisherman, welder, scientist, conservationist, and Master Diver. He graduated from UW-Milwaukee (conservation), Galveston College (welding) and worked for NOAA, wind energy, fishing, and restaurant industries. He volunteered working bird sanctuary/rehabilitation and sea turtle rescue. Luke enjoyed time with his family, friends, adventure, the ocean, all animals, and traveling. He will be forever and dearly missed. A private memorial service is planned. Donations in Luke’s name are suggested to the Humane Society or conservation effort of choice.
Ecclesiastes 3:1 To everything there is a season and a time to every purpose under heaven…
Luke’s family would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to our extended family, Penny, and Michael Langendorf of Draeger-Langendorf Funeral Home for their kindness and care during this time.
Anonymous says
Through Anne Colleen we learned about this wonderful family. May the love of their family strengthen this family. May the angels welcome & embrace Luke.
Mario & Karen Jamora
Anne Totero says
To my brother and my soulmate. My best friend. My book end. You lived life to its fullest and showed me what true love and respect is. You loved vulnerable beings and loved so hard it hurt. And you loved harder. The world will never be the same. You were and forever will be one of the good ones. I’m so lucky to have known you.
Brian & Mary Jensen says
Carl & Family: Our most heartfelt sympathies go out to you for your loss.
Bill and Lisa Greco says
Our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Fond memories of Luke from Totero’s – he was always smiling.
Jill Zuelsdorf Borgardt says
Colleen,
I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your son. My sincere condolences to you and your family.
Jill Zuelsdorf Borgardt
brianne radke says
I miss Luke with my whole heart. His spirit is one of intense beauty, vibrancy, empathy, silliness, wonder. To be loved with the gentle kindness of a friend like Luke is something that permanently and deeply imprints the soul. We are lucky to have that for always.
Thank you for giving us such a wonderful human to know, care for, and receive care from, Colleen. Love and comfort to you, Abby, Anne, and Al through all of the heartbreak.
And a peaceful rest dear friend.
Carolyn Omelina says
An amazing person with many accomplishments. Lionhearted Luke with a love and respect for all creatures great an small especially his beloved dog and companion Friday. Although his time on earth was way to short his days were filled with adventures and curiosity about the world around him. His family will cherish every memory made with our Luke. I love you always and forever in my heart my special boy.
Love Aunt Keka
Miss Pam Belongia says
My deepest and heartfelt sympathy to you Colleen and Al and the whole family. I know you are missing Luke. I was shocked to come across Luke’s obituary. It hurts to see he passed away. I still remember the little boy Luke, when he was in school. He turned into such a handsome young man and had such wonderful interests and pursuits. My prayers will be with you all and may Jesus comfort you and I will always remember Luke in my prayers and your family. May faith help since we know we have a promise of a reunion in heaven some day. —Miss Pam