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Danielle McCoy
January 16, 2025
Thinking of you today! You touched so many lives, thank you for baptizing and blessing my son Owen. You will forever be in our hearts.
Victoria Chudy
September 13, 2020
Think about you often. You become apart of our Big Maduscha family when you started at Immaculate Conception in the 70’s. I’ll never forget going to Fl and meeting your lovely family. ( to this day I still don’t eat cooked carrots and peas) Please keep looking over my family. Until we meet again- Love Victoria
Ginny Autio
August 20, 2020
I loved visiting with Father Vic when we would go to Wisconsin to visit Franklin's relatives. We were friends right at the start and stayed that way until his death. He loved to visit us in WY, too.
Julio Rodriguez
September 23, 2012
I remember Fr. Vic from Immaculate Conception. He made Funfest fun. He was so funny in the dunk tank, you had to spend a small fortune to dunk him. Fr. Schmidbauer used to pay for extra throws for kids to dunk him.
Fr. Vic was terrific. Rest in peace, Fr. Vic. I will miss you.
Brenda Kruger-Lanaghan
September 22, 2012
I will miss you forever Father Vic. With all my heart. RIP. Please watch over my family. Say hi to my dad. Brenda Kruger I. C. 77.
September 21, 2012
It is one month tomorrow that we lost our priest, son, brother and friend, Fr. Vic, Guido to some. He was loved by all and loved all! I just read the thank you note to us from his 40th anniversary. He said he was so glad that we will always share the same anniversaries and be bound together. He was ordained May 29 and we were his first marriage on June 26, 1971. He always made us feel special when he introduced us as his "first". We still cannot believe he is gone. He made our time on earth simply wunderbar as he would often say. Heaven is a better place because of him. God Bless Fr. Vic and the entire Capriolo family; especially Sam and Julia whom we were blessed to dine with on a few occasions when we visited Vic in Fondy. I know he is praying for all of us and watching and caring intently as he always has done. RIP Guido. We will never forget you, ever. Thank you for being so special and thank you for all of the memories.
Don and Sandy Erdman and the Dynamic Duo
Richfield, WI
September 14, 2012
I'm so greatful you talked my parents into naming me after you!- I will miss you! Until then- Victoria:)
Julia Vaughn
September 8, 2012
I remember Father Vic from when I was a child and he was at St. Leo's. I was very young but I remember him coming to our house and playing cards. I was sorry to hear of his passing and my prayers go out to his family.
Ginny Autio
August 31, 2012
Father Vic was my favorite "cousin-in-law". We hit it off right from the start. He will be missed so much by so many, me included. My thoughts and prayers go out to his loving family.
Angela (Vitucci) Bonfiglio
August 31, 2012
The last time I spoke to Father Vic was at Sister Mary Michael Vitucci's funeral. I thanked Father Vic for the beautiful words he used to capture Sister Mary Michael's life and her dedication to faith and hard work. With his sweet and shiny eyes, he calmly said, "I am so honored to have been chosen. It was my privilege to have shared some of my memories." He smiled peacefully and wiped a tear away. I will always treasure that moment with Father Vic.
During this sad time I hope his parents, brothers and sisters can remember and cherish the gift this man was to every life he touched.
Angela (Vitucci) Bonfiglio
Tom and Janet LaPinske
August 29, 2012
Father Vic was our parish prist when we were at Immacualte Conception church. So close to our whole family,sat with us for 3 days at childerns hospital in milwaukee,while our nephew died of lukemia, he also wrote the eulogy and gave the funeral mass. What a wonderful man you raised. We all loved him and we know he loved us. We think you are our Saint. We will never gorget you PEACE.
Richard & Germaine Kohl
August 29, 2012
We became friends when Vic was a Deacon at St. Leo in Milwaukee, 41 years ago. He attended our wedding and we attended his ordination. Later, he came to St.Monica where we were members. He remained our faithful friend, always staying in touch. He was a kind and special priest and person. He healed many people behind the scenes. We are blessed to have known him. Our sympathy and prayers to all of his family.
E H
August 29, 2012
Some of my favorite childhood memories involve laughing with Father Vic during my time at St. Bernard. What a wonderful, kind, and generous man he was! I will never forget the joy and peace he brought to everyone around him. May God bless the Capriolo family and keep them safe in his arms during this time of grief.
Phil Thiessen
August 29, 2012
Father Vic,
Thank you for being there for my folks while they were sick and being there in their final hours of life. You are a special man and your time here will not soon be forgotten.
Please continue to watch over us and I pray your family finds strength during these difficult times.
Steve Endries
August 29, 2012
Father Vic always made me smile when I saw him at different events during my time in FDL. He always had that look on his face that me feel good about how he saw life in his eyes. I looked forward to hearing his jokes and his 'holyland' impressions concerning everyday life events. Miss you Father Vic, and appreciate your service you gave so graciously without judgement.
August 29, 2012
Fr Vic was a truly good Priest and man. We are all self examining our lives to make them better because of his example. Our prayers are for his family, his fellow priestly family, and our parish family. We will keep his presence alive in our hearts. Thank you dearly, Fr. Vic. God speed. Love, Kriss & Bruce Kravis
Sandy Donaldson
August 28, 2012
I first heard of Fr. Vic's passing through Jim Stingl's wonderful article in the paper. I met Fr. Vic while he was at IC and my former husband and I worked with him in some youth activities. He baptized 3 of my 4 children, unable to baptize the 4th cue to personal obligations. He sent a good friend to sub, feeling "responsible" he could not attend. I remember his wonderful sense of humor and love of working with youth. I saw him a couple times while he was at St. Monica's and then lost touch, but not the memories. RIP, Fr. Vic, it was an honor to have known you and been a part of your ministry.
Amy Tripp
August 28, 2012
Father Vic helped me to celebrate my first communion at St Bernerds, all of us kids loved him. He was just our size and talked to us like we were real people. He told us he had just seen the movie Titanic at the theater and I was shocked! Who knew priests went to movies? He will be dearly missed and I hope I can see his smiling face again one day
August 28, 2012
Mike and Rita, My sympathy for the loss of such a remarkable brother and brother-in-law.
New Berlin Lioness Audrey Juds
August 28, 2012
Thanks be to God for Father Vic!
The MacKenzie Family
August 28, 2012
Father Vic was truly a gift from God! He touched so many people in so many ways. We are blessed to have wonderful memories of times spent with him. Our sincere condolences to his parents, siblings, their families and all who knew him. Heaven's newest angel is one of the best that walked on earth!
With heartfelt sympathy,
Jeannette Mazur
August 28, 2012
My family had the privilege of knowing him in Bay View @ Immaculate Conception Church. Since he left I always remembered him on Thanksgiving Day, because he had helped us through some tough times, even leaving a basket of food at our door on one Thanksgiving.
Lori Kraus
August 28, 2012
Our prayers and thoughts go out to Father Vic and his family. He was a great man and we enjoyed attending mass when we came home to WI.
Mary Lloyd
August 28, 2012
You will be greatly missed by your friends and parisheners.
The Mathers Family
August 28, 2012
A Kallas Family icon sown @ St Monica's Parish and nutured over the years. Human guidance for many, now spirtual guidance for all. He will be greatly missed and not soon forgotten. Rest in peace dear Vic.
Tracy Abler
August 28, 2012
May all who knew Father Vic remember him always and carry on his legacy of love, compassion, and justice to all human beings. My heartfelt condolensces to the family. Your son, your brother, your friend will be missed greatly.
Ann Norton
August 28, 2012
You were a great friend and gave me good direction during tough times! I'll miss you!
August 27, 2012
Our hearts are broken here at Holy Family. Father Vic was much beloved. We find peace in the thought that he will be looking out for us from above. Our deepest sympathy to Father's parents and family.
Roy Fowler
August 27, 2012
Father Vic you will be greatly missed by all who came in contact with you, knew you, and loved you. You made huge impression on a young boy from Immaculate Conception Parish. Your smile will never be forgotton.
August 27, 2012
Fr. Vic was so instrumental in embracing and welcoming Lay Ministry to the North Shore in 1986. This was a program that was not as welcomed as you might think. He was so kind,so loving, so good, and selfless in his intentions. He is the man who has helped me remain "Catholic" through some difficult times. I feel sure that this accident happened because he was deep in thought, or talking to someone else. I loved the way he cried when he laughed. He will be missed. My prayers are with his family- I am certain that he does not need them. St Capriolo.
Bill & Arlene Abitz
August 27, 2012
Father Vic you will be missed. Our condolences to the family. God speed!!
Kayleigh E. Schwalbe
August 27, 2012
I'll always remember you as not only my Pastor but my friend when I needed one the most. Love you Father!!
August 27, 2012
So sorry to hear about Father Vic. My wife and I were the first wedding he preformed. He also baptized out second daughter. He was a wonderful person and will be missed by many.
Our condolences to his family. God bless you Father Vic.
David and Linda Drickhamer
JERRY CZUBINSKI
August 27, 2012
FR.VIC, YOU WERE, AND ALWAYS WILL BE A CHERISH FRIEND. YOU ARE ALSO THE CHAMPION OF THE GAME OF SHEEPHEAD. NEVER SEEN YOU LOSE A GAME. WILL YOU AND JANET KEEP A PLACE OPEN FOR ME AT YOUR TABLE. WILL MEET AGAIN, WHEN A GET TO COME HOME.
Christine Autio
August 27, 2012
RIP Rev. Vic. You will be dearly missed and remain a wonderful part of my memories for eternity.
Gary Kreuziger
August 27, 2012
Father Vic officiated at my Dad's funeral a little over 3 1/2 years ago, but he holds many more cherished memories than that sad day to my family.
Many times my youngest brother Alan, who was born with Cerebral palsy, would be sitting in his wheelchair on my parents home in FDL. Father Vic would always stop to visit with Alan while he was out on his bike rides. No matter how busy he was Father Vic always had time to stop and chat. Even if it was for only a few minutes, those visits meant the world to Alan. My family and I can't thank Father Vic enough for his kindness and true concern for my brother.
Our condolences go out to his family. God bless you, Father Vic!
Pastor David & Lucy Redman (retired)
August 27, 2012
As a friend and colleague, Fr.Vic will be missed by so many of us. Our sympathy to his family.
Connie Verbruggen
August 27, 2012
Father Vic was a friend and inspiration to many and will be greatly missed. I was blessed to know him through my brother and his family in Fond du Lac. Thank You Father Vic for the countless lives you've touched with your kindness and teachings. Father, you will be missed on earth but surely you are a treasure for heaven to reclaim.
Connie (Gietman) Verbruggen
Pat and Howard Majerus
August 27, 2012
It was truly an honor to know you. Miss you and sending our love.
Kathy Nyman
August 27, 2012
There are just special people who touch your life and just thinking of them-make you smile! Fr Vic was one of those special people. He will be missed by many-and remembered by everyone he met along the way. Heaven gained a treasure! Thank you Fr. Vic for all you left this world with.
Stacie Voskuil
August 27, 2012
My deepest sympathy to your family.
Jan (Schwichtenberg) Enriquez
August 27, 2012
Fr. Vic married me at Immaculate Conception parish back in 1972..I remember him saying we were one of his 1st weddings. And then 2 years latter he baptized my only child. He was a good kind man...I will always remember him...rest in peace Fr. Vic.
Laura Eckert
August 27, 2012
Although we haven't lived in Fond du Lac for years, my kids went through FACES and our little family admired Fr. Vic and truly enjoyed going to Mass with him in years past. He had a huge heart & always made me smile & laugh at his jokes. He is responsible for me being such a big pro-life advocate. He will always be remembered with warmth and love.
Aldo and Angela (Vitucci) Bonfiglio
August 27, 2012
Fr. Vic said the dinner prayer at my wedding. He adored his family, very proud of his parents, loved to tell stories about his nieces and nephews. Full of life, love, inspiration and jokes. The gates opened for him as he rode his bike into heaven. Fr Vic would of been concerned about his family at this difficult time. I pray for peace of mind and heart to all the lives Fr. Vic has touched.
Terri, Megan & Joe Kobs
August 27, 2012
To the Capriolo family,
Words cannot express the sadness we felt hearing of the loss of Father Vic. He was truly a wonderful, compassionate and amazing man. Another angel in heaven!
Sandy Schultz
August 27, 2012
Father Vic, may you continue to brighten those around you as you did here. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. You will be missed by many.
August 27, 2012
I only met Fr. Capriolo when he came to my granddaughter's fundraiser who has a rare brain tumor. I was so grateful that he took the time to come to the fundraiser for my granddaughter, Julia.
I will never forget his beautiful smile.
Sorry to hear of such a terrible loss.
Anne Johnson, Milwaukee, WI
August 27, 2012
Dear Mr. and Mrs. Capriolo, My sincere sympathies to you and your family. I will never forget Fr. Vic and his kind ways and loving manner. I taught 7th &8th grade at IC, Milw. between '74 and '77. Fr. Vic worked with my students and we shared many enjoyable moments with the students during those 3 years. I still have a book about the sanctity of life and bookmark from Alaska from him that I saved in his memory. I know he will be sorely missed but now we can pray to him in heaven and know he is listening. Peace be with you.
Holly Haskin
Tim Townsend
August 27, 2012
Fr. Vic,
Well, at least you left us, doing something you enjoyed...You were one of the most selfless ppeople that I ever met...Yor smiile and humor were infectious...Thank you for all that you did here on earth...God Bless You Always...I am so proud to be a relative of such a wonderful human being...
Robert Wollner
August 27, 2012
Father Vic was a special person. He was our associate pastor while I was in grade school at St. Josephs in Grafton. He was great with all the students and will be missed by all who had the chance to know him.
Jim Ihlenfeld
August 27, 2012
Fr. Vic was truly a Great Man and wonderful Friend. He will be deeply missed by all.
Jim & Jan Ihlenfeld
August 27, 2012
Dear Mike and Family,
I never met your brother but know how much you admired "my brother the Father" Sounds like he was a remarable perosn and I'm glad I at least knew of him. Peace to you and your family in this very difficult time.
Mary Jo McGraw
Brian & Christine Costello Family
August 27, 2012
Fr. Vic has positively impacted our family in so many ways. He was one of a kind and will always live in our hearts. We love and miss you "VIC4JC" RIP.
Ken & Ellie Baierl
August 27, 2012
Fr. Vic was such a wonderful person, besides being a wonderful priest. His faith was evident in everything he did. He was not just a priest he was a man OF God. He said Mass for us a week ago Sunday evening and as we were leaving Sacred Heart, my husband and I both thanked him for a marvelous sermon and wished him a good week. We were shocked to hear of his passing, but know that he is with his Lord and Savior. Our thoughts and prayers go out to his family and friends. God bless you all. Ken & Ellie Baierl
August 27, 2012
He touched so many lives in such a positive way. I met him only once, and I recall him well. Peace.
Patricia Sippel
August 27, 2012
Father Vick's Family,
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so gratefull for the time I had with him. May this candle shine bright for you
Father Vick!!May are Lord
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most difficult time.
GOD BLESS HIS FAMILY and also
the STAFF at HOLY FAMILY who
worked with him every day
He will always be your
guaridian ANGEL!!!
In His Name, Pat Sippel
The Wyants
August 27, 2012
We truly lost a member of our holy family and this loss will by felt by many...always. Fr. Vic's kind soul, spirit and sense of humor touched all who were blessed to be in his presence. Your spirit will always burn brightly by those who loved you in Christ. Prayers, comfort & love to your family. God bless.
Bob Doherty
August 26, 2012
When I lived in Fond du Lac, I became great friends with Father "Vic". He was an inspiration, and a wonderful priest. He will be missed, but Heaven will be even brighter with his spirit up there. Rest in Peace my good friend.
Michele Leto
August 26, 2012
What a sad day to lose such a wonderful man and priest. I had the honor of knowing Fr. Vic while teaching at St. Bernard Parish School in Wauwatosa. I have many fond memories of him with my students and I know we will never forget him. God Bless you Fr. Vic and your family.
Richard & Mary Jo Meyer
August 26, 2012
Thank you Fr. Vic - my spirititual advisor & friend. You have been such a big part of our lives!
Mary Jo & Richard Meyer
Brenda Lanaghan
August 26, 2012
With much love & admiration!!! I will remember you always.
Brenda Kruger-Lanaghan
August 26, 2012
Father Vic confirmed us at
Immaculate Conception. He was a wonderful man. I will always regret not trying 2 find him. He was my friend at a time that was depressing for me. He always made you feel like you were special. I will miss you forever.
Valentine (& Deanna) Zibung
August 26, 2012
How sad. Truly a most wonderful human being was Fr Vic. I am devastated ... for Fr Vic's loss; for the family; for those that Fr Vic ministered to; for those whose lives were touched; he made an indelible mark on my mind and soul. May the Good Lord look over the poor lady who was involved in the accident. God Bless you Fr. Vic. God wanted you and we have to accept that fact.
John & Jo-Ann Harvath
August 26, 2012
I only met Father Victor Capriolo when he came to visit my daughter who had cancer.
He was so carrying his smile I will never forget.
He was loved and will always be.
So very sorry.
John, and Jo-Ann
August 26, 2012
My life was never the same after I met him...What a gift. He will be missed.
Fr. Marv Knighton
August 26, 2012
Dear Michael, Rita & Family,
I share in your sorrow as do many in the passing of a wonderful person and priest. Vic was ever so gracious to your family, his brother priests, to the faith communities he served. Vic had a great smile and a welcoming heart which will be deeply missed. It is our faith that summons us during this difficult time to believe that Vic's "life is simply changed not ended." He was truly welcomed into the Kingdom for he was a" good and faithful servant" of our God. I hold you in prayer.
Sincerely,
Fr. Marv Knighton '75
Donna Muza
August 26, 2012
Fr. Vic was such an important part of my extended family's life. He was a fantastic man and the best priest I have ever encountered. I am blessed to have spent time with him at a family event in July His loss is enourmous to so many.
Cindy Hoffmann
August 26, 2012
Fr. Vic was always supportive and had a positive outlook on life. He will be missed by everyone who knew him.
Maria Montella Pascente
August 26, 2012
I was shocked to hear of the circumstances that called Fr. home on the radio this morning. He was my childhood priest at St. Joseph's in Grafton. He gave me my first communion and heard my first confession. I always remembered how much he liked to be with and talk to kids. He was a great man of faith who left a smile on the faces of those he met. Peace be with you all at this time of loss.
August 26, 2012
Fr. Vic will be trully missed. He was a wonderful man and priest.
Jerry & Mercedes Lehto, Haines City, Fl.
Anthony Curcurio
August 26, 2012
I'm so sorry for your loss. Fr. Vic was truly a wonderful person. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
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