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Joseph Kieraldo Obituary
Kieraldo, Joseph "Joe"
MADISON - Joseph "Joe" Kieraldo, 79, died suddenly at his home in Madison, Wis., on Oct. 23, 2020. A beloved husband, father, friend, and music teacher, Joe enjoyed life through his passion--sharing his love of music with his family, friends, and many students.
Visit www.forevermissed.com/joe-kieraldo/about for his life story, some of Joe's favorite music, suggestions for memorial contributions and details on a Celebration of Life and Jam Session on Sunday, Aug. 15, 2021.
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Maxine Ellis
November 5, 2022
Worked with Joe for many years at DDHS. Was very sad when he passed. He gave me a Coffee cup that has a wavy music staff with three eighth notes with men inside the notes where middle C would be, and it says "Well men, it looks like we´re `hopelessly lost at C´. I still have it. I will never forget Joe...wonderful man and teacher.
Joanne Berg
November 29, 2020
Having Joe visit Mystery to Me on Monroe Street was always a reminder as to why having an independent bookstore is important. We'll miss his stories and his joy for life. I did attempt to send a card your way but it came back to me. All of us at the store send our deepest sympathy. He was so wonderfully genuine and a true joy to be around. I also saw Joe at Sports Med - it was fun to see him out of 'my' context (the bookstore)! I feel like l know Joe's family -- so many great stories. He was so proud! My heart goes out to all of Joe's family.
Maxine Ellis
November 13, 2020
Worked with Joe at Delavan-Darien High School. I am saddened to hear of his passing and will keep his family in my prayers.
Bruce Gregg
November 13, 2020
You are missed already. I miss our talks
about baseball (mainly about the Cubs) and your teaching me so much about all
music, especially jazz. Thanks for the
vivid memories.
Jim and MJ Latimer
November 11, 2020
It's been a beautiful ride, Joe. Thanks for all the moments, especially the 50 years of music making. Miss our chats at the gym.
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