Jessie "Jay" Laudonio, 86, of Kenosha, passed away Thursday, August 31, 2005, at Brookside Care Center. Born on March 31, 1919 in Kenosha, she was the daughter of the late Serafino and Angeline (Iovine) Cairo. A lifelong resident of Kenosha, she attended local schools; Lincoln Elementary School and Kenosha Vocational School. On April 23, 1938, at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Church, she married Gabriel Laudonio. He passed away June 21, 1993. She was a member of St. Mark's Catholic Church, St. Mark's Christian Women and the Italian American Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed card games, baking and being with her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was an avid Green Bay Packer and Wisconsin Badger fan. Surviving are a daughter, Patricia (Dave) Gensicke of Kenosha; two sons, Robert A. (Lynda) and Michael A. (Floy) Laudonio, both of Kenosha; a brother, Louis Cairo of Kenosha; two sisters, Lucille (Bert) Pettey and Mary Maksen, both of Kenosha; nine grandchildren, Jeff, Kurt, Brad and Tara Puterbaugh, Marc and Chad Laudonio, and Annessa, Alyse and Anthony Laudonio; and four great-grandchildren, Nathan Prince, and Gabriel, Sofia and Isabella Puterbaugh. She was preceded in death by three brothers, Mike, Frank and Felix Cairo, and three sisters, Minnie Perri, Anne Finnizzi and Rose Laudonio. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Saturday, September 3rd, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Mark's Catholic Church. Entombment to follow at All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Mass at St. Mark's Church. Memorials to St. Mark's Catholic Church or Hospice Alliance would be appreciated by the family. The family would like to give their heartfelt Thanks to the staff at Brookside Care Center for their loving care.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Sam and Jill Gerolmo & Family
September 5, 2005
Dear Mike, Patty & Bobby and families,We are so sorry to hear of the passing of our dear Aunt Jessie. I am richly blessed to remember how she and Uncle Gubby opened their hearts and their home to me when I was a child. Those memories are deep and abiding and I am grateful. When Sam and I come home each year, we are profoundly moved by the love and the legacy of our respective families. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers. May our good and gracious Lord keep you safe in the coming year and always. We will see you soon and think of you often. Much Love,Sam & Jill and the boys
john p. christensen
September 2, 2005
as a businessman in our community, it is so sad to see one of my customers pass away. her kind smile and a soft tone of appreciation always made me feel good about myself and the work that i do. may GOD truly bless her! john p. christensen...d.b.a. john's tree servive, kenosha
Mike Serpe and Deb Hertzberg
September 2, 2005
Dear Bob and Mike,Please know that although we can't make the visitation you have our deepest sympathy. We're sorry...Mike and Deb
HARRY & ELEANOR CHRISTENSON
September 2, 2005
TO THE FAMILY OF JESSIE LAUDONIA, YOU HAVE OUR HEARTFELT CONDOLENCES. JAY WAS SUCH A SWEET LADY. I REMEMBER HER SO WELL. GOOD HEALTH TO ALL. ELEANOR & HARRY CHRISTENSON