Nick DiCristo Obituary

DiCristo, Nick Age 88. Went Home to the Lord on November 6, 2009. Nick joins Elaine his beautiful, beloved bride of over 65 years. Loving father of Donna (David) Potter and Diane DiCristo. Cherished grandpa of Dana (Donavan) Deegan, Echo (Jeff) Potter-Steinke and Nick Potter. Proud great-grandpa of Ashley, Amanda, Macie, Mason and Hunter. Dear brother of Steve (Ida) DiCristo. Also survived by other relatives and many friends. Nick came from an Italian family of 10 children who grew up in Milwaukee's 3rd Ward. At an early age Nick discovered his talent for music which launched a singing career that spanned over 60 years. He was a crowd favorite at Festa Italiana and was tagged "The Italian Troubadour of Song". He often entertained with his dearly loved nephew, Victor and The Vic DiCristo Trio. He was not only blessed with the gift of music but also an abounding love for his family, friends and neighbors. Visitation Thursday, November 12, at the Funeral Home from 10 AM until time of Eulogies at 11:30 AM, followed by Funeral Service at 12 noon. Burial to follow at Wisconsin Memorial Park. Special thanks and gratitude to the staff at Wheaton Franciscan Home Health Hospice. Nick your beautiful smile and personality maybe our loss but is Heaven's gain!
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Published by Milwaukee Journal Sentinel from Nov. 10 to Nov. 11, 2009.

Memories and Condolences
for Nick DiCristo

12 Entries

Dr. James Jones

November 22, 2009

Dear Donna and Diane, you may or may not remember me. I was the one of the little kids next door and your neighbor from 1960 - 1965. My mom and dad were Tom & Jeanne Jones. Both my parents have also passed on. I have so many wonderful memories of your parents and the both of you. I especially remember your senior proms and how beautiful the two of you were. I remember the fun times your Dad and your mother gave to all of us who just lived next door. I remember when your Dad taught my mom and dad to make "real" Italian sauce with sausage and pasta. I still make it the way Nick taught them. I have many fond moments of your Dad. I remember when he sang at Como's Lounge on 27th St. I last saw him at Summer Fest... 1992, he was singing (imagine that!) and I recognized him immediately. He actually remembered me...I was so surprised I was only 13 when we moved away, I am 57 now!!. He was such a wonderful person and taught me a lot... He made such an indelable impression on my life!!!
I am so sorry to here of his passing. Both your Mom and Dad were remarkable people. I have remembered them all these years!!
Please accept my most heart felt sympathy and fondness,
Dr. Jim Jones, PhD
Your former next door neighbor
"245 N. 113th St., Wauwatosa, Wis.
Current address:
103 Grimes Dr,
Greenville, South Carolina, 29681
864-234-1090
email: [email protected]

Bonnie Canepa Brannen

November 12, 2009

Donna and Diane - my thoughts & prayers are with you during this very sad time. I will always remember your parents as being soooo cool! They were very nice to me as a child & I was in awe of their charming personalities. They will never be forgotten.

Marge Albanese

November 11, 2009

Victor - My deepest sympathies to you in the passing of your uncle. I'm sure that you will miss him beyond what words can express.

Mike and Michelle DiCristo

November 11, 2009

Donna and Diane- we were so sad to hear about your mom and then your dad- we will miss them both very much! We have such great memories of the days when we got to see Uncle Nick sing and play (our wedding comes to mind)! We send you our heartfelt sympathies and wish we could be there with you tomorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Debbie Webster

November 11, 2009

I don't know where to begin or end. Both Nickie and Elaine were not only my Godparents (which I am very honored)but also the best people around. With their love for life and generosity. My mom passed away 3 1/2 yrs ago and Elaine said she would be my mom....always there if you needed anything. Nickie always called anyone he met the most beautiful person in the world. Nickie would come to open houses at my house and always gave us a song from his heart. What a wonderful loving, person, and voice. There are too many wonderful memories to list but will always be close to heart! Love you both forever!!! Miss and Love you always,
Debbie

Kathy Nolan

November 11, 2009

We knew Nick and Elaine through Hazel (Elaine's mother) and Dan Miller (her stepfather), our neighbors of many years in Wauwatosa. When we were kids, Nick took a bunch of the neighborhood kids to a television show studio, and we got to meet Pops, the star of the children's show. (I can't recall the name of the TV show.) That was really exciting for us. We also had the opportunity to hear Nick sing a number of times, and always enjoyed his performances.
Our family is very sorry to hear of their deaths, and extend our condolences to their family.

Patty Steele Schwendtner

November 11, 2009

I was very fortunate to grow up next door to Nick in Elm Grove and have always remembered him fondly and with warm memories. I know my dad in particular felt very close to him and enjoyed sitting on the porch of our home with guitars in hand. He will be missed.

Ted Tarantino

November 11, 2009

My uncle and aunt, Nick and Elaine, were the best! I have so many great memories of them, my other uncles and aunts, my folks, family and friends singing and joking at those wonderful family occasions. We kids would sit in awe, it was like attending a great live performance where you're actually related to all the performers... pretty heady stuff!

They will be missed. Going back to Milwaukee and knowing they're no longer there; it won't be the same.

Connie Crayton

November 10, 2009

I was the lucky person to get assigned to Nick through WFHH&H and my time there was filled with great people, smiles, warmth, food, and love! Donna, Diane, and the entire family, as hard as it was to let go of Elaine and the quick departure of Nick. It was so evident that these two belong together not only on earth but also in heaven! Nick and Elaine will forever be the true love story that I share with my family and friends! This is the fairy tale ending of happily ever after!!!!
You all are in my heart.

Frank Charles Palleria

November 10, 2009

Although Nick was in a higher grade than me, I was fortunate to have met him in the Lincoln High School choir. We became instant friends because of our mutual love of music. I am so sorry to read of his departure from this World but happy to know that he will be with his wonderful wife forever.
Frank Charles Palleria
Naples, Florida

Nick Potter

November 10, 2009

I must say that I had the best grandparents in the world. They were always there for me in good and bad times. Very generous and loving. They would do anything for you. They are both together now in Heaven.

Love you guys see you in Heaven...

Your Grandson Nick....You will always bring a smile to my face....

Cindy Schnell

November 10, 2009

Nick was one of the first neighbors I met when I moved here, He said "Hey beautiful" ! Need any help? I thought he was beautiful himself and he will be missed. I think Elaine called him and said she missed him so he went to be with her. She was beautiful too. Sincerely, Cindy Schnell

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