Lauren J. Aiello, 70, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully on Sunday, October 2, 2016, at Grande Prairie Health and Rehab Facility. She was born May 7, 1946, in Kenosha to the late Venry L. and Josephine (Fumo) Aiello. She attended Saint James grade school and Saint Joseph High School, both in Kenosha. Lauren went on to attend the Dominican College, then received her Master’s degree in Education from Cardinal Stritch University. She taught grade school in Long Beach, CA, and was later employed by the Milwaukee Public School System, where she worked for thirty years until her retirement. In 2006, she came back to Kenosha, where she was a member of St. Mary’s Catholic Church. She enjoyed her retirement back home with her family and friends. Lauren is survived by her two brothers, David (Janet) Aiello of Kenosha and Thomas (Pamela) Aiello of Delavan; three aunts, Sister Monica Fumo of the Milwaukee Sisters of Charity, Elizabeth Avent and Elvia Fumo; several cousins, nieces and nephews, Gina, Nick, Chris, Lori, Anthony, Jacob, and Cecili; and many great nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death by her parents. Visitation will be held at Proko Funeral Home on Friday, October 7th, from 5:30 p.m. until the time of the memorial service at 6:30 p.m.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit and Sign Lauren’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Wendy Quirk Schuett
October 6, 2016
Lauren and I met as teen-angers at Dominican College,where our 52 year friendship took root and deepened into a lasting connection. We shared joys, tears, laughter (lots!), a love of music and so much more. Our many gatherings in Milwaukee and Kenosha, over the years, gave me a chance to meet you, her family, and celebrate many occasions as if I were an Aiello, too. Her warmth, good judgement calls and openness were blessings in my life, that will be with me always, as will Lauren. My thoughts are with you, David, Tommy and Sister Monica, as you honor Lauren's life and gentle departure. I will miss her daily, always holding her and all of you in my heart.
Pat Rodick Pionke
October 6, 2016
Dear David and Tommy and Sister Monica,When Lauren and I were roommates at Dominican college she brought me to your home and welcomed me into your family. I spent three wonderful years visiting all of you on and off. Lauren and I kept in touch ever since we both graduated. I made it a point to drive up from St. Louis to Wisconsin every year. Our friendship continued as if we lived next-door to each other. I will miss Lauren very, very much. Her warm heart and sense of humor brought such joy into my life. She is Irreplaceable. Love you, Lauren...till we meet again.
Barb Kovats Tuttle
October 5, 2016
I was so sorry to hear of Lauren's passing. Even though she was a year behind me at Dominican College, I do remember her. I posted a note on the DC Facebook page, so that others who remember Lauren would also know. Lauren and family have my prayers. Barb (DC '67)