Service Details
His funeral service will be held in the funeral home on Saturday, September 12th at 11:30 a.m. with Rev. Dr. Warren Williams officiating. Visitation will be in the funeral home on that Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until the time of the service. Burial, with full military honors, will be held at West Lawn Memorial Park.
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In lieu of flowers the family has suggested memorials to Alzheimer Association 620 S. 76th St. Milwaukee, WI 53214 or the Tiny Houses Project C/O Veterans Outreach of Wisconsin 1624 Yout Street, Racine, WI 53404.
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Stanley A. Ten Cate, 89 passed away at his residence on Wednesday, September 2, 2020. He was born in Holland, MI on November 10, 1930 the son of the late Harry and Sara (nee: Banzalar) Ten Cate.
After graduating high school, Stan served his country with the U.S. Marine Corps. On June 14, 1958 he was united in marriage to Shirley Dryer. He owned and operated Winkler Heating and Air Conditioning for over 50 years, retiring in 2014. Stan enjoyed watching football, both the Green Bay Packers and the Wisconsin Badgers, fishing, and camping. Most of all, he loved the times he spent with family and friends.
Surviving are his loving wife of 62 years, Shirley; their children, Susan (Jeff) Baker, of Sturtevant, Scott (Dianne) Ten Cate, of Franksville, Sherry Bloom, of Lecanto, FL, Stephen (Kathy) Ten Cate, and Stuart Ten Cate, all of Sturtevant; 12 grandchildren, 8 great grandchildren; sister, Carol Moroney, of St. Claire Shores, MI; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law, Richard (Jean) Dryer, of Libertyville, IL; Ginny Dryer, of Antioch, IL, Robert Gillings, of Zion, IL; special cousin, Betty Stried, of MN; and his extended family, the Hindman’s. In addition to his parents, Stan was preceded in death by his grandson, Austin Ten Cate, brother and sisters,-in-law, Howard (Darlene) Ten Cate; father-in-law and mother-in-law, Silas and Helen Dryer; brothers-in-law, Thomas Moroney and Robert Dreyer; sister-in-law, Sharon Gillings; special cousin, Donna Sayle, and his dog and special companion, Duchess.
Rell Barrett says
I am sorry for your loss. It was with great pleasure that I knew him. He was first class all the way. I remember one time we had him come out and look at our furnace
He said watch this. He blew on the ignighter and the furnace fired right up. What a great guy.
Shawn Pulera says
I am so glad I had the opportunity to meet Mr. Ten Cate! He was the nicest person and always had a smile on his face. I hope all the great memories you have of him help you through this sad time. My sincerest condolences, Shawn Pulera
Patty Aude says
So sorry Shirley, I know how much you loved your Stanley. My heart feels your lose. Keep him alive with your memories. Hugs to you and your family.
Cindy (Thorsen) Falcon says
Mr. Ten Cate was, and will continue to be, a happy memory from my childhood. Rest in peace Mr. Ten Cate.
Sharon K Bowen-Bean says
Mr TenCate,
RIP. It was such a great time growing up across the street from you and your family! So many memories from my childhood come to mind. Your kind heart will always be my fondest memory!