Dear Mary, Emil and Diana.We are very saddened for your loss. Mike and I live in Texas and Mike saw the article in the Kenosha News on-line.I do not know you, Diana, but I (Linda) worked with Mary at American Motors in the Purchasing Department. Mary always spoke about her children, Neil and Joan, and she was sure proud of them. Please know that our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.May God bless you and help you through this difficult time.

Dear Diana and Family, I am very sorry for your loss. Neil was such a fun guy and so friendly. I always enjoyed talking and laughing with him at St. Joe's. I was so happy to see both of you at the last reunion. I am unable to attend the memorial this evening, but my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Nancy Schmidt Kaye '61

Diane,I just found out about Neil's death. My most profound condolences to you. Neil really thought you were "one hell of a good catch". That is truly "lockerroom" talk. Many good thoughts of that old friend. Hope all continues well with you. We didn't get to talk at our last reunion of a couple of years ago. Wish I had talked to you. Neil and I had a "good pee" together that night. In my need to compete, I challenged him to a "footrace". He declined of course. He always was a much better man and athlete than I. My prayers for that old boy!Jim Costigan

Dear Diana and children, I attended St.Joseph High School only for the sophomore year but remember both you and Neil quite distinctly; not quite a pemanent couple but would be very soon* I do not reside in the Kenosha area any longer but have strong attachments to many people there* One of our classmates, Angela Romano Gemignani, is a very dear friend to me and keeps me abreast mostly of information she knows would be of interest to me* It was with deep regret that I learned of the passing of Neil* I can honestly say that there are only a handful of classmates whose face and demeanor come instantly to my mind by the shear mention of their names* Neil being one of them* I never heard an unkind word shared about him or learned of any unkind deed* I know you and your children will miss him dearly as I can't imagine he was anything but a loving husband and father; he certainly was a wonderful person to know and very definately a genuine friend to those who were fortunate enough to call him that* I'm sending you a great big hug and hope your heartache will soon be replaced with fond memories in the very near future* God Bless you all, Rita(Martino)Ginocchio

Diana and family sorry for your loss. I remember both of you from St. Joe's,and playing sports with Neil have nothing but good memories of both of you.

I live in Waukegan now and just happen to be checking the Kenosha News on-line tonight. I am 65 and remember going to the KYF and being in class with Neil he was a great kid!

Dear Diana and Family,Neil and I went to school together at Saint James and then on to St. Joe's. As I write this, I can honestly picture him on the St. James playground, all those years ago. He was always kind and a person to be admired. I offer you my deepest sympathy and the sympathy of my husband Ralph. Sincerely, Angela

Dear Diana and Family,We are very sorry to learn about the death of your husband and father, Neil. Our thoughts and prayers are with you in this period of grieving. May the love of family and friends comfort and sustain you at this difficult time.In deep sympathy,Leonette Miksis, Healdsburg, CAJoe and Inge Miksis, West Hills, CAGreg and Joannie Miksis, Healdsburg, CAGary and Barbara Miksis, Healdsburg, CA

Dear Diana and family, I'm so sorry for your loss. I can't help but think about all the fond memories of our time at St. James and St. Joes. - - cub scouts, boy scouts, basketball and football etc. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Ken and Jeanne Skendziel

DianaI'm sorry to hear about Neil and also for you and your family. We were all friends in high school and you both were great friend back there. Although we haven't seen each other in years I still feel close to the great friend from St Joe's. I hope each day gets better for you in the future. We will say a special prayer this Sunday for the you. Ron & Ida Ruthe

Diana & family, Emil and Mary, I was very saddened to read of Neil's passing. You will be in my prayers tonight. I worked with you at Roosevelt Highland View Diana and Mary was the sweetest lady when she came in. I remember how proud she was of Neil.Your hearts must be broken. Thinking of you and your loss. Love Bettie

Diana & Family,Emil and Mary,I wanted to write and tell you how sorry I am for your loss. There are never the right words to express how deeply sad I am that you have to endure your loss. Neil will be truly missed by everyone who knew him no matter where they crossed his path in life. I'm glad I had the opportunity to be included in his life's path and get to know him. I am so happy that I had the chance to see him again at Melinda's wedding two years ago. My deepest sympathy and heartfelt sorrow goes out to you during these very difficult times. Mary Carroll

DIANA, CHRISTOPHER, NICOLE, JOAN AND OF COURSE EMIL AND MARY.WITH DEEPEST REGRET I NOTE THE PASSAGE OF NEIL. WITH HIS PASSAGE I FEEL A LARGE PART OF MINE,OURS AND YOUR LIVES HAS GONE FOREVER. THE IRREPLACBLE TIMES THAT WE SHARED WHEN WE WERE YOUNGER CAN NEVER BE REPLACED OR DUPLICATED, THEY WERE OUR TIMES AND OUR MEMORIES.SADDLY I WILL NOT BE ABLE TO ATTEND THE SERVICE AS I AM AT FROEDTERT HOSP IN MILWAUKEE UNDERGOING A STEM CELL TRANSPLANT FOR THE TREATMENT OF MULTIPLE MYLEOMA. I HAVE BEEN HERE TWO WEEKS ALREADY AND PROBABLY WILL BE HERE ANOTHER WEEK OR SO, THAN WEEKS OF RECOVERY AT HOME.BETTY WILL TRY TO FILL IN FOR ME AND MY MOM.ONE OF LIFES GREATEST DISSAPOINTS FOR ME IS THAT I WILL NOT BE THERE TO SEE MY FRIEND NEIL LAID TO REST.GOD BLESS...... JOHN.

Mary, Emil and Joan,Please accept my sincere condolences on the passing of Neil. I was very sad when I saw the article.I have such fond memories of my time with Neil and Joan and will miss Neil very much.Tom