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Joseph Gagliardo Obituary
July 4, 1932 - April 29, 2025
Joseph John Gagliardo, Sr., 92, of Zion, Ill., passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on July 4, 1932, in Chicago, Ill., he was the son of the late Albert and Katherine (Ria) Gagliardo. He attended local schools.
He served in the United States Marines from March 6, 1952, until he was honorably discharged on March 5, 1955. He earned the Korean Service Medal, United Nations Service Medal, Good Conduct Medal, Korean Presidential Unit Citation, and the Nation Defense Service Medal.
On January 9, 1955, he married Ann McConnell in Southern California. They resided in Arkansas for 35 years, later returning home to be closer to family.
Joseph was employed by Fort Sheridan as a civil servant until his retirement.
He was a former member and Deacon at Promise Land Road Church in Arkansas. He enjoyed fishing, working around the yard, and spending time with his friends.
Joseph is survived by his wife of 70 years, Ann Gagliardo of Zion, Ill.; three children, Joseph (Debbie Ellis) Gagliardo, Jr., John (Ella) Gagliardo, and Cathy Bruner; nine grandchildren, Michelle (Erik) Brean, Jillian Brenner, Joseph (Holly) Gagliardo, Theresa Gagliardo, Lisa (Jeff) Gagliardi, Rose Carter, Erik (Rachel) Bruner, Jaime Bruner, and Danielle Bruner; and 13 great-grandchildren.
He was also preceded in death by his daughter-in-law, Sharyll Gagliardo; two sisters, Christine Stockton and Marie DeFyn; brother-in-law, Richard Stockton; and nephew, Richie Stockton.
The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. James Santarelli and Allure Memory care for the wonderful, compassionate care that they provided to Joseph.
A visitation will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2025, at Proko Funeral from 2 p.m. until the time of service at 4 p.m. concluding with Full Military Honors. Interment will be private.
Proko Funeral Home
5111 60th Street
Kenosha, WI 53144
262-654-3533
www.prokofuneralhome.com
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Dan Bruner and Kathy Ryan-Bruner
May 8, 2025
Our thoughts and prayers are with you all during this time of sadness. May Gods peace fill your days and nights Dan Bruner and Kathy Ryan-Bruner
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