Julia Tenuta

1915 ∼ 2009

Julia Tenuta
Julia Tenuta, 93 of Kenosha, passed away on Sunday June 21, 2009, at United Hospital Systems-Kenosha Campus. She was born in Kenosha on December 15, 1915, the daughter of the late Michele and Concetta (Caputo) Graziano. On October 20, 1934, she married the late Joachim “Jack” Tenuta in Kenosha; he preceded her in death on April 25, 1981. Julia loved being a home maker, cooking and spending lots of time with her family and watching her grandchildren. She was a member of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. Survivors include her three daughters, Patricia Gumz of Brookfield, Barbara (Anthony) Clausi of Kenosha and Jacqueline (Dennis) Malone of Racine; ten Grandchildren, Julie Graziano (Craig Schoepp), John (Catherine) Gumz, Jill (Claude) Shaw, Kimberly (Gordon) Gohr, Laurel (David) Swencki, Craig (Lisa) Grove, Christine (Ted) Neumann, Louis (Diane) Clausi, Eric (Lisa) Malone and Mark (Erica) Malone; 19 great-grandchildren; seven great-great grandchildren; three sisters, Rose Mason, Ida (Bernie) Johnson, and Delores Black Welder; and a brother, Dominic (Connie) Graziano. Julia was preceded in death by her husband, Joachim; six brothers, Joseph (Clara), Anthony, Dominic, Louis, Frank and Robert; a sister, Virginia (Walter) Pawlowski; and a son-in-law, William Gumz. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held on Monday, June 29th, at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church, 1919-54th Street, Kenosha, at 1:00 p.m. Visitation will be held on Monday at the church from 11:00 a.m. until time of Mass. Interment will take place at St. George Cemetery Privately. In lieu of flowers, memorials to Our Lady of Mount Carmel Catholic Church would be appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Julia’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com

Condolences

Geri & Bill Greathouse June 27, 2009
Barb & Tony,Heard about the passing of Barb's mother, please accept our heartfelt sympathy. We are unable to attend the visitation, but wanted to let you know that we are thinking of you and giving you our support during this sad time.Geri & Bill
Donna White RN 7 Palmer June 25, 2009
I'm sorry for your loss but grateful that your mom's suffering was a short journey. You are a wonderful, caring family, I feel blessed to have had a small part in the journey...........Sincerely, Donna
Mark Frauendorfer June 24, 2009
We would like to pass along our condolences to the family and friends of Julia Tenuta. Kimberly, we enjoyed visiting with your grandma last summer at your mom's birthday/4th of July party. She was really a joy to talk with. We're sorry for your loss.The long time friends of Gordon and Kimberly Gohr,Mark, Diane, Derek, and Elyse Frauendorfer
Laurel R Swencki June 23, 2009
My condolences to everyone in our family as we suffer the loss of a true Matriarch! I have very rich memories of Grama and especially the memories of going to her house - she always wanted to feed you! You never walked away hungry. Hospitality was her specialty and I remember many times sitting at the kitchen table eating goodies and chatting. May you rest in peace Grandma - hope you are holding hands with St. Martin de Porres Laurel & Dave
Craig,Kara and CJ Strupp June 23, 2009
With our deepest sympathies to the whole family. Julie was a great person. When we bought our home 6 years ago Julie welcomed us with open arms. She loved our son and he loved her. He enjoyed her homemade cupcakes that she always had on hand for him. She will be greatly missed.The Strupp Family