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Joseph Cicchini Obituary
1926 - 2014
Joseph N. Cicchini Sr., 87, passed away in Manor Care on Thursday, Feb. 27, 2014.
He was born in Kenosha on Dec. 25, 1926, the son of the late Arthur and Maria (Decono) Cicchini.
Joe graduated from St. Catherines High School. On April 30, 1949, in Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, he was united in marriage to the former Elizabeth Sturino. Joe served his country with the U.S. Army from 1945 until 1947. He had been employed by AMC/Chrysler for over 40 years, retiring as Manager of Factory Vehicle Distribution. He was a member of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, the Italian American Club, and the Kenosha Country Club, where he served on the board of directors.
Surviving are his wife of 64 years, Betty; their children, Michaeleen (David) Prest, of Palm Desert, Calif., Joseph Cicchini Jr, also in California; grandchildren, Mallory (Matthew) Todd, Chad Prest, all of Palm Desert, Calif., Emily Prest, of San Diego, Calif.; former daughter-in-law, Cindy (Paul) Pujanauski, of Racine; sister, Clarice (Mitchell) Kitchens, of Kenosha. Joe is further survived by his nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends.
In addition to his parents, Joe was preceded in death by his brother, Mario Cicchini and sister, Lucy Beasley.
A Memorial Mass celebrating Joes life is scheduled for 11 a.m. on Thursday, March 6, in Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 45th St. and 22nd Ave. Visitation will be in the lower level of the church on Thursday, from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass.
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Joseph Cicchini, Jr.
March 11, 2014
I am Joseph N. Cicchini, Jr. I live with my wife Suzanne (married over 33 years) and our daughters, Juliette and Vanessa in Indian Wells, California. I only learned yesterday March 10th of the passing of Joseph Sr. I am gratefull to the many other relatives and friends who notified me, and the condolences they expressed.
March 7, 2014
Dear Betty, Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We remember Joe with his big smile and good humor!
With sympathy, Kathleen and Nick Lichter
Diane (Ridolfi) Ingalsbe
March 7, 2014
I am so sorry for your loss. I have many happy memories of the years we were neighbors on 50th Street. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you.
Suzanne (Sicilia) Deeter
March 4, 2014
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. Sending a big hug!
March 3, 2014
Joe and Betty were our neighbors when I was growing up and our family thought the world of them both.My deepest sympathy to the family.
Sue (Kancian)Morton
The Koerbers
March 3, 2014
Many prayers for you Clarice on the loss of your beloved brother.
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