Frank Chianello, 88 years old of Kenosha, WI passed away Sunday, October 20, 2024, at his home. He was born March 24, 1936, in Surdo, Cosenza, Italy, the son of the late Umberto and Giuseppina (Cosentino) Chianello. On July 5, 1964, he married Theresa Ruffolo in Marano Principato, Cosenza, Italy. They recently celebrated their 60th anniversary together. After marriage, Frank and Theresa moved to the United States when he was 28. He was a family man and loved being around his children and grandchildren. He was their number one supporter. He was a barber for many years and was a member of the Italian American Club and Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church. Survivors include his wife of 60 years, Theresa; children, Dr. Josephine (David) Berman and Albert (Anne) Chianello; grandchildren, Dr. Benjamin Berman, Ellen Chianello, Frank Chianello, Matthew Berman, and Madeline Chianello; siblings, Constantina (Mike) Costanzo, Maria (Santo) Arinta, and Rosetta DeRango; sister-in-law Dora Ruffolo; brother-in-law, Leo (Rosa) Ruffolo; and many nieces and nephews. In addition to his parents, Frank was preceded in death by his sister, Giovannina (Luigi) Delcastegne; brothers-in-law, Mario DeRango and Luigi Ruffolo. Visitation will be held at Proko Funeral Home on Saturday October 26, 2024, from 8:30 a.m. until the time of prayers at 10:15 a.m. A Mass of Christian Burial will be held at 11:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church, 1919 54th St., Kenosha, WI. Entombment will immediately follow at All Saints Mausoleum, Pleasant Prairie, WI.
Condolences
Kevin Bullamore
October 25, 2024
My Mom just told me about the loss of Frank. To the Chianello Family, the Ruffolo Family, and the Berman Family, my broken heart is with you and you have my deepest sympathies. Frank was always good to me. Treated me like part of the familia. I miss sitting and talking to him in the sun room and sitting with him outside in the garage talking about life. He always spoke the truth, always had kind words, and was very well respected by all. Such a beautiful, strong willed, stubborn, friendly, loving man, father, husband, grandfather, and friend. He had a very big heart of gold, and a very good friend I will truly miss. He will always hold a special place in my broken heart. Again, my deepest sympathy Theresa, Giuseppina, Albert, Dave, and the whole family and grandkids. Thanks again for the love, hospitality, and friendship you always gave me Frank. I will cherish it forever. With our broken hearts and our forever love........our thoughts and prayers are with you always,Kevin Bullamore & Mom Judy
Nicola Delcastegne
October 25, 2024
I first met you in Australia at the age of 6, was going to be many years before I saw you again. As I met the whole family early one morning during Fall, I finally met you again. Much older with a family of my own. We sat and talked of your younger years and your new life, raising a family in America. I always loved you, a family bond, but being with you and your dearly close and beloved family, I could sense my Mother, your sister. The same blood flowed within us, the same beliefs. I will forever be grateful for our chats, our connection as brief as it was, your thoughtfulness and your generosity. From my family to yours, our deepest sympathies, our sincerest condolences. May you forever rest in Gods graces. Love always Nicola, Umberto, Antonio, Rita, Renee and Joshua.