Maria (Montemurro) Merritt, 61, passed away peacefully with her family by her side on December 10, 2021, after a courageous and lengthy battle with cancer. Maria was born September 29, 1960, in Kenosha, WI. She attended Bradford High School, graduating in 1978. On June 28, 1980, Maria married William Merritt, the love of her life, at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, Kenosha, WI. Maria spent her life serving the public, managing the medical offices of Dr. Leonardo and Dr. Angelina Montemurro. Maria’s life revolved around her family. She enjoyed her daily phone calls with several family members and loved nothing more than hosting a house full of people. During her career, she truly loved caring for the patients and had a way about her that made everyone feel special. She made her home an amazing place for her grandkids who were the light of her life. Maria knew no strangers, as everyone she met became a friend. Maria is survived by her loving husband, William; her children, Alison (Thomas Stauber) Merritt and William (Dr. Erin) Merritt; seven grandchildren: Zoe, Angela, Lucy, Elijah, Sierra, Tommy, and Billy; her siblings, Raffaele (Maria) Montemurro, Dr. Angelina Montemurro, Giuseppe (Pamela) Montemurro, Antonio (Rosa) Montemurro, Francesco (Dr. Anne Nudi) Montemurro, Filomena (Michael) Swartz, Louisa (Dr. Vincent) Rizzo, and Dr. Leonardo (Jennifer) Montemurro; and her lifelong best friend Michele (Michael) Prokopek. She was preceded in death by her beloved parents; Antonio and Luisa Montemurro. Memorial visitation will be held from 9:00 a.m. until 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 18, 2021, at Proko Funeral Home, with a memorial service to commence at 11:30 a.m. Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit & Sign Maria’sOnline Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Philip Specht
December 18, 2021
Sorry for your loss our thoughts and prayers are with the family. Memories of our childhood together will last forever. Philip and Darlene Specht
Kevin Kamin
December 18, 2021
Sending all my love to you and your familyKevin
Rose O’Brien
December 18, 2021
Dearest Bill and Family.. Extending to you and yours… our deepest Condolences on the passing of your beautiful, beloved Maria. There aren’t enough words to express the sorrow that we feel for you and your family. Maria was a beautiful person both inside and out, and her warmth, kindness, bubbly personality and infectious smile and laughter will never be forgotten. Please know that our hearts,thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family, during this incredibly sad time. Sending much love and hugs ….Rosalba, Dennis & Family xoxo
Sharon Schiller
December 17, 2021
I was so sorry to learn of Maria’s passing. She was so friendly, kind & caring, and did an excellent job in her position at the office. My deepest sympathy to her entire family.
Barry Andersen
December 16, 2021
With our deepest sympathy for your loss, she was loved and will be missed by countless people.Goodbye my friend.Barry AndersenTom Gerrish
Mary Gajdos
December 16, 2021
We would like to express our most heartfelt sympathies and condolences to the Montemurro Family on the passing of Mrs. Maria Montemurro Merritt. Maria was always such a lovely and friendly lady! When Maria greeted you in the doctor’s office, she always had a smile, was so helpful, and she took the time to care for you and make you laugh. Maria was truly a wonderful lady. We are so very sorry for your tremendous loss ! Please accept our kindest sympathy, prayers, and consolation from our family to yours. Sincerely, The Iovine Siblings: John, Frank, Jeff, Tina(Richer), and Mary(Gajdos). May perpetual Light shine upon Maria!
Melanie Einhorn
December 16, 2021
My deepest sympathy to your families at this time. Maria was such a beautiful person. I remember her beautiful smile every time I would enter Dr. Leonardo Montemurro's office. She was so helpful and friendly. Please know you are all in my thoughts and prayers."What we once enjoyed and deeply loved we can never lose, for all that we love deeply becomes a part of us." Helen Keller.
Judy Migliano
December 16, 2021
Our deepest heartfelt sympathy to the Merritt and Montemurro Families. I met this wonderful gal when I was a patient ofher sister, Dr. Angelina Montemurro. She was very kind and made all the patients feel welcome and that they were important.This is a great loss to everyone who knew her. Sincerely, Judy Migliano
Kathy Haebig
December 16, 2021
Dear Merritt & Montemurro Families,Our hearts go out to you in your time of sorrow.May memories of Maria and the love of family and friends surround you and give you strength in the days ahead.Wherever a beautiful soul has been there is a trail of beautiful memories.Find comfort in knowing you now have a special guardian angel to keep watch over you.With Deepest Sympathy,Kathy & Rene Haebig
Mary and Kevin Farmer
December 16, 2021
We are so sorry for your loss Bill. Our hearts break for you and your family and this time. Anyone who ever met your wife was lucky to have met her. We cared about you both very much and really enjoyed the motorcycle rides we all took together and loved spending time with you guys. It was always a great time at Terry’s Halloween parties to see how you both would come dressed up. She was a beautiful lady and you were both blessed to have found the love of your life’s. All her beautiful qualities will live on the beautiful children you created together and in your beautiful grandchildren. May God be with you at this time and know she will be sadly missed by so many.
Lon Knoedler
December 15, 2021
First of all, our sincere condolences to Bill and family. We remember someone who was always so pleasant and happy. She brightened wherever she was. So very sorry for your loss.Lon & Bonnie Knoedler
Marcello Fonte
December 15, 2021
Le più vive condoglianze per la prematura dipartita di Maria, alla sua bellissima famiglia, alle sorelle e ai fratelli che compongono LA SPLENDIDA FAMIGLIA MONTEMURRO
Jeff Gemignani
December 14, 2021
I don't think the proper words exist to describe how wonderful Maria was. I can't think of a nicer person, both to her friends and family. This isn't even mentioning the thousands of people who's lives were positively affected when they got her on the phone at the office. I am sad to hear of her passing and offer my condolences to the entire family. Her loss will be felt for a very long time.Jeff Gemignani
Linda Castellano
December 14, 2021
WeI am truly sorry for your loss . She was a wonderful person always had answer for our family . You will be in our thoughts and prayers. Marty and Linda Castellano
Angela and Ralph Gemignani
December 13, 2021
Maria had the gift to treat every patient with warmth, care, and concern. It was a special bonus to see her in the office when going for medical appointments. She was so loved by all who knew her. She never thought any task or patient need was too much. She was like a ray of sunshine each time we would see her. We offer all of you, her loving family, our deepest sympathy.
Shannon Ruffolo
December 13, 2021
My heart goes out to you for your loss. I hope your happy memories will help you through this difficult time. Hugs ❤️
Frank Parise
December 13, 2021
So very sorry for your loss....Frank & Cheryl Parise Family
Robert
December 13, 2021
Maria was the freindliest most wonderful person you ever met from a very young age to the time of her passing!!! I grew up with the Montemurro family as my second family and she and the rest of the family treated me as if I we’re family and still do!!! Will be missed by thousands!!!
vikki wendling
December 13, 2021
A loving person, always the nicest caring gal you could every have met.Our thoughts and prayers go with you all at this time. She was a long time neighbor from the North side of Kenosha, we grew up with respect of each other and cherish many childhood memories!All our love, The Johnson FamilySandy and BobRobVikki and Tom and Jackie!
Debbi Forgianni
December 13, 2021
To my family I have no words to make you feel better because mare was the best of the best ,kind,loving,funny,and amazing I love you all a d will be here always