Ignazio DeBartolo, 76, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully at his residence on Tuesday, January 6th, 2009, surrounded by his loving family. Born on September 3, 1932, in Marano, Marchesato, Prov. of Cosenza, Italy, he was the son of the late Francesco and Assuntina (Conforti) DeBartolo. In 1949, he came from Italy to Kenosha to make his home. On September 12, 1954, he married Ada Bosco in Italy. From 1949 until April 1, 1983 he worked at Chrysler Motors. In addition, he was the owner and operator of DeBartolo’s Deli & Liquor from 1975 until 2000. Ignazio also enjoyed working as a master carpenter throughout his life. He was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church and the Italian American Men’s Society. He greatly enjoyed spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren. Ignazio took great pleasure in gardening, traveling and taking walks. Surviving are his wife of 55 years, Ada; six children, Frank DeBartolo of Kenosha, Susan (Randy) Briggs of Kenosha, Tina DeBartolo of Kenosha, Carla (Scott) Lamos of Pleasant Prairie, WI, Sandy (Robert) Morrone of Kenosha, and Tony (Katie) DeBartolo of Kenosha; a brother, Eugenio "Gino" (Connie) DeBartolo of Kenosha; three sisters, Ersilia (Domenico) Casalena of Kenosha, Emma (Orlando) Bartello of Chicago, IL, and Gloria (Aldo) Presta of Kenosha; and his nine grandchildren, Nicole and Michael Briggs, Vincent and Vanessa Morrone, Francesca Serpe, Ignazio DeBartolo, McKenzie Lamos, Luciano and Ava DeBartolo. He was preceded in death by a sister, Carmella Ruffolo. The family would like to extend a special Thank You to Dr. Giuseppe Garretto and his staff, Dr. Malik Bandealy and his staff, Dr. Peter Mariani and the staff of Hospice Alliance for the wonderful care that was extended to Ignazio and his family during his illness. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, January 10th, at Proko Funeral Home at 9:30 a.m. Mass to be celebrated at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church at 10:00 a.m. Entombment to follow at All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation will be held on Friday at Proko Funeral Home from 4:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Ignazio’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Adam & Polly Coleman
Sorry to here of your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Franco & Betty Tenuta
DeBartolo family, WE are so very sorry about Your loss. No Words can help you deal with the loss of your wonderful father/Brother/Nanno/Friend. We just want you to know our prayers and thoughts are with you.
George & Wendy Rupp
January 11, 2009
To the DeBartolo Family - You are in our thoughts and prayers. Mr. DeBartolo was truly a wonderful man and we will always remember him. God Bless you and keep you strong!
Angelo,Olga,Guilio& Fabio DeBartolo
January 9, 2009
To all Family & Friends of Iggy. May your hearts find peace and comfort. You all will be in are thoughts and prayers.
John, Roseann, Amanda & Sarah Beggi
January 9, 2009
DeBartolo Family--Ada our hearts go out to you and your entire family. We are so heart broken for your loss and our neighborhood will not be the same. Ignazio will be sadly missed. Love John, Roseann, Amanda & Sarah Beggi
Jean Petersen Dubrava
January 9, 2009
DeBartolo FamilyI'd like to say how sorry I am for your loss. Mr. DeBartolo will be missed by so many he has crossed paths with in life. When I think of him I think of the store! In my adult years, it always touched me to see him because he'd sincerely ask "How's your Mom and Dad?".....we were just a family he knew from the store. May your memories bring you comfort at this difficult time.My deepest sympathy,Jean Petersen Dubrava and family
Steve & Diane Wojciechowicz
January 9, 2009
To Sue DeBartolo and the DeBartolo family: We were sorry to read the news about your dad. Sending you our deepest sympathies and hope that you find peace and comfort in all the wonderful memories he provided you and your family. With deepest condolences, Steve & Diane Wojciechowicz
rosa raimondi
January 9, 2009
TO THE DEBARTOLO FAMILY,MY PRAYERS OUR WITH YOU , I ALSO FEEL YOUR PAIN,IGNAZIO WAS A WONDERFUL AND SPECIAL MAN , I AM SO GLAD I GOT TO KNOW HIM FOR ALL THE YEARS I HAVE BEEN AROUND YOUR FAMILY ,HE ALWAYS, AS YOU ALL MADE ME FEEL LIKE I WAS PART OF YOUR FAMILY.I HAVE GOOD MEMORIES OF HIM ,WE SHARED THE LOVE OF ITALIAN MUSIC , HE WAS SO PROUD OF ALL HIS CHILDREN , GRANDCHILDREN, AND HE LOVED HIS WIFE ADA. I KNOW THAT WHEN OUR LOVED ONES GO THEIR NEVER GONE ,THEY WILL BE IN OUR HEARTS FOREVER, WITH ALL MY LOVE ROSELLINA RAIMONDI AND FAMILY.
The Lamos Family
January 9, 2009
Dear Ada and Family,We are so sorry that we cannot personally extend our sympathies. We greatly admire Ignazio's courage and fortitude the last few years. It has been our privilege to be a part of his life. With our Love,Don and Mary Lou, Jan and Jack, Jeff and Nancy, Ginny, Brett, and Scott.
Steve, Rhonda, Kayli, and Gage Bohr
January 9, 2009
DeBartolo Family,I worked for Tina for a few years, and in that short time it was evident how close your family was. My heart goes out to you all in your grief. My whole family sends our condolences to you.Steve, Rhonda (Chevrette), Kayli, and Gage Bohr
Kelly Kling
January 9, 2009
Tony, Katie and Family. I am very sorry for your loss. Your dad was a wonderful man who lived for his family. He had a smile that lit up a room. There is no doubt his legacy and pieces of him will continue to live on in you and his grandchildren. You and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. Love, Kelly Kling and Family
Marlene Quick
January 9, 2009
My thoughts and deepest sympathy continues to be with all of you. It was a pleasure for me to have known your husband, father and grandfather. You were lucky to have him and he was so fortunate to have a wonderful family like yours.Much love to all of you.Marlene Quick
Heather Oelhafen
January 8, 2009
Dear DeBartolo/Briggs Families,I am a friend of Nicole's. As such, I know how important family is to her and to the rest of you. While we are comforted by where our loved ones go, it doesn't make losing them any easier. From my family to yours, our very deepest condolences...
Ramona Holguin
January 8, 2009
To the DeBartolo family,I had the pleasure to meet Mr. DeBartolo when I was young. I used to go to the store all the time and he was such a wonderful man. I am sorry for your loss, my prayers and thoughts are with you during this time. May God be with you and your family.
Julie Alia-Yust
January 7, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with all of you! Please know that if there is anything at all you need I am right around the corner! God Bless You!!