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Linda Frances D'Acquisto
1958 - 2017
Linda Frances D'Acquisto
1958 - 2017
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Linda D'Acquisto Obituary
Passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 27, 2017, at the age of 59. Linda was born in Racine, Wisconsin on April 23, 1958 to Frank and Amelia (nee Giacinti) D’Acquisto, Sr.
Survivors include, her sister Connie Falbo of Winter Garden, FL; brother Frank (Lisa) D’Acquisto of Racine, WI; nieces and nephews, Natalie (Paul) Latino; Janet (Chris) New; Emily (Dan) Corr; Abbey (Tony) Mente; and Danny (Kari) D’Acquisto. Linda is also survived by stepdaughter Sarah Stewart and family, great nieces, great nephews, other relatives, and friends. She was preceded in death by her parents, brother Joe, brother-in-law Jack Falbo and her beloved aunt Eva Smerchek. Further survived by other relatives and dear friends.
A lifelong educator, Linda’s current position was Director of artsHUBmke at Cardinal Stritch University. She started her career teaching special needs children in Savannah Georgia in the 1980’s. Linda’s 30 years of experience in education encompassed a wide range of roles each performed to perfection as that was her standard. Her directorship role introduced a revolutionary way to enhance art, learning and self-awareness to the students, teachers and community within the Milwaukee Public Schools through the processes of her company, Kid Curators. Over the years, her passion and dedication as a classroom teacher, public school administrator, curriculum developer, museum educator, and director of artsHUBmke has shaped lives, communities, and generations to come. She enjoyed Door County, a good cup of cappuccino, walks along the lake and was an avid reader. Linda made it a priority to be actively present in the lives of her family and friends.
Family will greet friends on Thursday, January 4, 2018 from 2:00 to 4:00PM at Feerick Funeral Home, 2025 E. Capitol Drive, Shorewood, WI. A memorial service celebrating Linda’s life will take place immediately following at 4:00PM.
Linda’s life work transformed the way teachers teach and students learn. In honor of the dynamic effect her work had on Milwaukee’s education community, the family requests that in lieu of flowers, donations be made to Arts@Large Historical Building Renovation in memory of Linda. Donations can be made online at: www.artsatlargeinc.org, or checks made payable to: Arts At Large, Inc., 908 S. 5th Street, Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53204.
JAN ONEILL
January 4, 2018
Linda and I were colleagues back when I was consulting with school districts and she invited me in to work with her at Shorewood. She inspired me with her gifted leadership and I was thrilled when she moved to Madison where we were able to spend more time together. Our friendship grew over fabulous lunches and conversations in her home, and we stayed close as she wrote her book and grew her KidsCurator consulting business. What a brilliant mind and deep, loving and wise heart she had! She was a true educator in the best sense of the word--always learning and growing herself, always dedicated to being the best teacher she could be. I feel so fortunate to have known her, and incredibly sad that she is gone so soon.
Tracy Faustino
January 4, 2018
Dear Frank & Connie and all her nieces and nephews,
Linda was one of my college roommates, about 38 years ago. Hard to believe we have enjoyed 38 years of friendship! Even if we did not live near each other after college, we kept in touch and shared many laughs together! She was an inspiration then and will still be. It is heartwarming to read other people's tributes to her because I can feel what effect she had not only on me but countless others. She was extremely loved by all my family. The world knows the goodness of her heart. I celebrate her!
Jayne Heffron
January 4, 2018
Linda was a filled-with-grace person. Always focusing on children, Linda inspired and led educators to see a new way of engaging students of all ages. Linda's love for the museum work, her unyielding commitment, her insatiable thirst for learning, her sense of humor and ready smile impacted so many lives. She will be missed in thousands of hearts.
Nuntiata Buck
January 4, 2018
Linda's passion and love for leading, reaching and teaching children and adults was contagious and will forever be planted in the hearts and lives of so many. I will always remember her smile and loving spirit. May all of you find peace in knowing she suffers no longer and that having this GEM in your family you have all been enriched for life.
Blessings,
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Laura Plutchak
January 4, 2018
Dear Frank, Connie and family,
Linda was the truest, kindest, most fun friend I could ever have had. Always cooking and laughing! I will miss her forever. Our deepest sympathy to you.
Laura Plutchak (Renguette), Dan Plutchak, James and Sam
Racine/ Madison/ Janesville
Nancy Blair
January 4, 2018
Linda was a trusted friend and visionary colleague. I am so saddened by her loss to her family and her broad network of professional and personal friends. Linda brought passion, perfection and professionalism to her work and inspired hundreds of educators to inspire their students in and through the arts. She always practiced what she preached and challenged others to do the same.
To help insure that her incredible legacy lives on, those of us connected to artsHUBmke will do our best to keep her voice in our heads and her spirit in our hearts.
Carrie Carlson Witham
January 2, 2018
Another angel entered Heaven.
Pablo Muirhead
January 2, 2018
Linda impacted countless lives and motivated hundreds of educators to be creative. I will always cherish the years I was privileged to work with her as the Director of Curriculum and Instruction. Although we no longer worked together, our paths would intermittently cross and I always appreciated her warmth and steady focus on improving education. She left us way too soon. I am extremely sorry for your loss.
Judi Petkau
January 2, 2018
I am so sorry to learn of Linda's passing. I had the privilege to work with her for the past several years and will miss her vision for dynamic education, passion for teaching and her kindness. Sending my condolences to her family and many friends.
Susie Raymond
January 2, 2018
Dear Loved Ones of Linda,
I wanted to reach out and express my sincere sympathy. I met Linda at the beginning of her diagnosis. She came to see me for Reiki (healing touch). I may not have known Linda very long however I feel like the depth of our relationship was very pure.
I know how much she appreciated the help of her sister and loved ones as she navigated this disease. I feel very honored and humbled for the opportunity to have helped Linda through this diagnosis and disease.
My prayers are with all of you as you mourn the loss of Linda. I witnessed her open her heart to receive the love and support that was around her. I witnessed her stepping into things that gave her joy. May you find peace in knowing that she is free.
Anne Conzemius
January 1, 2018
Linda was a dear professional colleague and friend ~ always an inspiration, a lovely smile and a kind word. Her contributions to education and the arts will be her lasting legacy. She will be missed by the many hearts she touched along the way on her beautiful, amazing but far too short journey on earth.
Maureen Creed
January 1, 2018
I was fortunate to work with Linda in the Shorewood School District. She was a role model, amazing educator and leader. Her smile and presence warmed those around her. I will miss her kindness and joy. My sympathy in your loss.
Carolyn Omelina
January 1, 2018
Dear D'Acquisto Family Linda was a beautiful and special woman. All who knew her will remember her kindness, smile and incredible laugh. A natural born teacher and educator. May your hearts be filled with all the wonderful memories it can hold and Peace in knowing all the lives Linda touched.
Linda Keane
December 31, 2017
Linda was a compassionate advocate for the arts in our community. Her smile was just the beginning. She worked tirelessly to create access to the arts for individuals of different ages and different neighborhoods. We send our condolences for her loss while we celebrate the difference she made in the lives of so many as an educator, friend, colleague, family member, and art advocate.
December 31, 2017
Frank & Family, my most sincere condolences in your loss.
-The Jensen Family
December 31, 2017
Bill and I are so sorry for your loss. You are all in our thoughts and prayers during this time and pray that your memories of Linda who, no doubt, was a very special lady, will bring you comfort and joy in the future.
With love,
Lura and Bill New
Frances Rayl
December 31, 2017
Frank D'Acquisto & family (Danny & all others): Although we have never met, we are family & related. I was born & raised in Milwaukee, WI & my dad, Salvador D'Acquisto was born & raised in Racine. Our little church, St. Zita in Masontown, WV prayed for Linda Frances today. You are in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Frances Victoria (D'Acquisto) Rayl, Reedsville, WV.
Kirk Juffer
December 31, 2017
It was a privilege to work with Linda. She worked creatively to make education more relevant, powerful and exciting for kids. She hated to coast and always gave her all. I will miss her insightful mind and wonderful laugh.
Spring Break/St. Paddy's Day; Savannah, GA
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Spring Break/St. Paddy's Day; Savannah, GA
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Spring Break/St. Paddy's Day; Savannah, GA
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Linda, Jeanine, Tracy, Linda's roommate
Paddy Faustino
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Spring Break/St. Paddy's Day; Savannah, GA
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Linda, Tracy, Laura, Jeanine; Spring Break/St. Paddy's Day; Savannah, GA
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The Whole Crew; Spring Break/St. Paddy's Day; Savannah, GA
Paddy Faustino
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Linda and Tracy Faustino; Spring Break/St. Paddy's Day; Savannah, GA
Paddy Faustino
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Paddy Faustino
December 31, 2017
Linda was a Faustino family favorite, a dear dear friend of the family. While she was initially Tracy's roommate in Madison, she was embraced and adopted as an honorary family member by my parents and siblings. Linda was part of family lore in so many places: Racine, Madison, Milwaukee, Savannah, Atlanta, even Sarasota. Such a big smile, such a big laugh, such big heart, such a huge loss. Our condolences and prayers to the D'Acquisto family.
Jerry Jardina
December 30, 2017
Frank and family, Linda and i were saddened to hear of the passing of your sister. Our condolences to you and your family!
Dr. Fran Kaplan
December 30, 2017
I am so shocked and saddened to learn that Linda is gone. She was such an important visionary and leader in Milwaukee's arts education and human rights efforts. What a loss for us all. Though I don't know you, I can imagine your family's pain and grief, and hope there is some comfort for you in knowing what she meant to many of us who did not know her personal but appreciated her so very much professionally.
Perry Lapotko
December 29, 2017
Frank I am so sorry to hear about your sister we all grew up together and it was a close neighborhood my condolences to you and the rest of your family may God bless her and you I'm sorry Frank
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