Frank Gagliardi

1925 ∼ 2020

Frank Gagliardi, 95, of Kenosha, passed away on Tuesday, October 6, 2020, at Aurora Medical Center. Born on February 9, 1925, in Kenosha; he was the son of the late Pasquale “Charles” and Maria “Mary” (Aversa) Gagliardi. Frank served in the United States Army as a medic during World War II from May 1, 1943, until he was honorably discharged on February 14, 1946. On September 14, 1946, he married the love of his life, Carolyn E. Stella. They just celebrated their 74th wedding anniversary. He was a passionate, loving father and husband. The absolute best a person could be. Frank was the first electrician in local 127 of Italian descent. Instead of complaining he became the head of the joint commission for apprentice hiring and as a contractor hired many Italian apprentices and the first woman, Hispanic, and African American apprentices in the state. He co-sponsored for many years the Gagliardi-Aiello Golf Event. Golfing, fishing, and rabbit hunting with his beagles were his favorite. He did these with his brothers-in-law, son, grandsons, and nephews. He was a member of St. Mark’s Catholic Church. He served as a board member to many civic organizations, including the Library Board. He was a very active electrical contractor for the tri-county area as President and founder of Gagliardi Electric. Frank is survived by his adoring wife, Carolyn Gagliardi of Kenosha; his son, Paul V. Gagliardi of Kenosha; daughter-in-law, Joni Martin Gagliardi; three grandchildren, Genevieve (Kevin) Gerou, Frank (Dana) Gagliardi, and Paul M. (Cristen) Gagliardi; four great-grandchildren, Vance, Stanley, Maya, and Frankie Juliet; and two sisters, Laura (Robert) Chiapetta of AZ and Rachel (Robert) Haining of England. He is further survived by many nieces and nephews, who lovingly referred to him as, Uncle Frank; and special friends, the Gallos and Travantis. He was preceded in death by his parents, and two brothers, Jerry Gagliardi and Dr. John Gagliardi. A special thanks to his caregiver Maria Gomez, and doctors Cook, Main and Lasee for the wonderful care they gave him when he fractured his hip. Frank made every life he touched better. We were so lucky to have him. A Memorial Mass will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 13, 2020 at 12:00 p.m. at St. Mark’s Catholic Church followed by military honors. He would not want anyone to risk their health in order to pay their respects to him. Please be safe. To watch the recording of Frank's Mass please copy and paste the following, http://maraccini.com/memorial into your address bar and hit enter.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111 60th St. 262 654 3533Visit & Sign Frank’s Online Memorial Book At:www.prokofuneralhome.com

Condolences

Gilda Smith October 14, 2020
Rest in Peace Frank. Great man. Blessing to his family. Love Roger & Tootsie
Donna L Garza October 14, 2020
Carolyn, Paul & kids-So Sorry to hear about Frank. He was a great man. Have a lot of memories of him hanging out in the garage with dad.Donna (Crucianelli) Garza
Penny Wavro October 13, 2020
We were sorry to here about Frank's Passing. He will be missed at breakfast. I was always nice to see his smile when he came in.Our sympathies, and prayers at with you and your family at this time.Frank Hujik, Mark & Penny Wavro
TONY PINGITORE October 12, 2020
Thanks, Frank for the 25 years I worked with and for you. We went through some tough times and good times in a business that wasn't the easiest to survive in.
John Principe October 12, 2020
John & JoAnn PrincipePlease know your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time
Gary Gallo October 9, 2020
Our thoughts and prayers to Carolyn and Paul and the entire Gagliardi family at this sad moment with the passing of Frank. A very fine man, always when we visited he asked about how we were doing, how was our family doing. He thought of others first, not himself. We’ll never forget his wonderful simpatico. Sincerely Gary and Peggy Gallo