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Perry Coloroso Obituary
Perry William Coloroso of Milwaukee, Wisconsin passed away unexpectedly on January 15, 2020 at the age of 47 years old. He is preceded in death by his mother, Bonnie Rae Coloroso (Lovstad) and father, William Perry Coloroso and survived by his sister, Shay (Scott) Crawford, nieces Malana and Halle Crawford, and his uncle Larrie Lovstad. He is also survived by several other loving cousins, aunts and uncles.
Perry was born in Denver, Colorado on November 3, 1972 and grew up in Savage, Minnesota with an amazing group of Savage kids. He loved to make movies, play the saxophone, and create art in various mediums. Perry graduated from Burnsville Senior High School in 1991 and attended college at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee where he earned his bachelor's degree in 1999 and found lifelong friends when he pledged at Phi Sigma Delta, serving as both President and Vice President of the fraternity's Alumni Association post-graduation. Perry loved music; in his adult years he was a founding member of In Lak 'Ech—a non-profit that distributes instruments to children—and was the lead vocalist for Depeche Mode tribute band Milwaukee Mode, through which he fulfilled a lifelong dream of playing Summerfest. Perry worked at Bayshore Veterinary Clinic for 22 years, where he was an indispensable part of the team. He was loved by his co-workers as much as he loved the animals he helped care for.
Perry was an organ donor who had a rare blood type. He heroically donated his heart, liver, kidneys and pancreas, saving multiple lives in the process. He will live on for years within these recipients. Perry was a loving, caring, compassionate, extremely funny and free-spirited person.
Memorial Services will be February 2, 2020 at the Great Hall of Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery 901 W. Juneau Ave Milwaukee, WI 53233 from 1-5pm.
In lieu of flowers, contributions may be made to Lak 'Ech Milwaukee at www.inlakechmke.org to give back to the non-profit organization Perry helped found.
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Memories and Condolences
for Perry Coloroso
Mary Koehler
January 19, 2024
I still miss seeing you at Bayshore Veterinary Clinic.
Sean
January 19, 2024
4 years later and still missing you buddy. Thanksgiving isn´t the same these days. I will always remember you and the great times we had together. Rest easy Perry.
August 1995
Renea D
February 1, 2020
Perry, I'm so glad to have known you, even if only for a little while. So long old friend.
Ashe Dryden
January 31, 2020
I knew Perry for ~14 years. He was an amazing, caring, compassionate, funny person and the world won't be the same without him.
Paul Kritzeck
January 29, 2020
Perry left all of us way too early. He was a good, long-time friend and will be missed by many. Always jovial and go-lucky; upbeat and optimistic. I'll miss ya, Perry.
Dan Marjenka
January 28, 2020
I liked Perry from the minute I met him. He was performing at Summerfest the same year I did, and I remember how much energy he put into the music and how much energy that added to his show. The crowd loved him. How could they not? On stage, he was larger than life. As the lead singer of a Depeche Mode tribute band, he used the entire stage, many times taking the whole microphone stand with him to the edge of the stage to interact with his fans! What a performer! We will all miss you, Perry. You were one of a kind.
Jean W
January 28, 2020
Perry was such a wonderful person. He will be sorely missed by all who knew him. He touched so many lives. Thanks for the hugs! Love ya Perry!
Nella Groysman
January 28, 2020
So sad for the loss of such wonderful person at such young age. We will always remember his smile..
Alex G
January 28, 2020
Loss of a great man, my condolences to all of your family and friends...
TONI MCBRIDE
January 27, 2020
TO Perry's family...please know Perry was part of our family for 22 years. We met at the vet clinic when he started and had 4 animals that knew him well. We knew and loved Perry, his attention to us and his love for our pets. He was special and we will all miss him. I am so sorry for this loss for you, and for us. Perry was special and always had a smile and something funny to say, condolences when needed and love to give. Rest easy Perry, you have many many furry friends welcoming you!
Mary Koehler
January 27, 2020
Perry helped take care of my cats. I knew him for almost 20 years and will miss him. My condolences to his family, co-workers and all of his other friends.
Ann Stokman
January 27, 2020
Sorry to hear of the loss.
Michele Kabacinski
January 26, 2020
Perry was the brightest light in the room, no one could feel down with him and his perma-smile. Phi Sigma at UWM brought us together. Although I hardly knew you as I graduated several years ahead, it seemed as though our bond had always existed. Such a most giving person, even beyond life, and that was no surprise. Your are so very missed, Ole Pear. Your legacy lives on.
Simone Conceição
January 26, 2020
Your long goodby with smiles and laughter from across the street on December 19th will always be remembered. Your contagious smile and presence will be missed. R.I. P., Perry.
Nicole Loisel
January 26, 2020
Im still in shock with the news of your passing. You are such a kind soul that we said goodbye to way to soon. Sending my condolences to his family and friends. Until we can talk about Depeche Mode and the perfect head scratches for our dog friends... Rest In Peace my friend.
Karen Ivory
January 26, 2020
You will forever be missed! Rest peacefully high above the sky.
Sean Foley
January 26, 2020
Perry, you will truly be missed. I don't know how to find the words to express how much you mean to me and my family. You have been at every Thanksgiving that I can remember dating back some 30 years. The last 2 will forever be in my heart. I remember what you said to me the Thanksgiving after my mom pasted away in 2017, I wouldn't miss this for the world, I'm here to bring some normalcy to a not so normal occasion . Thank you Perry for the impact you made on me and my family. Your not just a life long family friend, your my second brother. Love you.
Jean & Elizabeth Brown
January 26, 2020
Just think that he is with all our pets that we have lost. We have lost a wonderful man. Never forget Perry!
Wilma Brooks
January 26, 2020
My Sincere Condolences To Family And His Co-workers. I Am Sadden and Heartbroken. Perry Was A Great Guy And Be Missed.
Mo Lohre
January 26, 2020
As for someone who has worked in specialty & ER veterinary hospitals, I can tell you Perry was a rare breed. He empathetic nature and love for all animals was hard to miss. There are a lot of big hearts in this industry but Perrys was the biggest. I met Perry for the first time when my dog became terminally ill. Perry was a blessing through the entire process. I will never forget his kindness, humor and calming essence. My condolences to all that knew him, especially those at Bayshore Vet and his family. He truly was a gift to this world.
Cecile Dail
January 26, 2020
Perry we will always forever missed you! You were such a wonderful person , kind and friendly!
January 26, 2020
Hail and farewell!! mon amee. You are
now immortal in your studded leathers, and beautiful dance!! Safe Journey xog
James Lovrek
January 26, 2020
Perry, you have been an loved member of our family almost since the day we met many years ago. You had the ability to welcome just about anyone you met with your warm personality. I just hope you realized how much you were loved while you were still with us.
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Julia Brennan
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Perry will be deeply missed.
Linda & Michael Mesirow
January 25, 2020
We will miss your smile and laugh at our family gatherings. Love you!
Elaine Piller
January 25, 2020
Thank you Perry for caring after my pets during their lives and showing such compassion in their final time. I remember asking you for a favor when I couldnt get to the office to say goodbye to my boy Max...I asked if you would hold him and let him know he was loved... I could hear in your voice the true extend of your dedication and passion for what you did when you told me without hesitation that he would feel love at the end as if he was your own. You will be missed Perry... I hope my boys greated you with wags and kisses xo
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