Leora A. "Lee" DeChiara, 82, of Kenosha, passed away on Tuesday, August 2, 2011, at Aurora Medical Center surrounded by her loving family. Born in Modena, WI, on February 28, 1929, she was the daughter of the late Leo and Gertrude (Tahalacker) Jensen. She was a 1947 graduate of Mondovi High School. She moved to Racine in 1948 and then Kenosha in 1951. On March 24, 1951, she married Frank "Deach" DeChiara in Kenosha. He preceded her in death on July 18, 1999. She was employed at Hamilton Beach, LeBlanc and the Casino Town House. Lee was a passionate Bingo player, who played for many years at various halls in Kenosha, Racine, and Illinois. She was also a member of the American Legion Auxiliary in Gurnee, IL, and also the Italian American Ladies Auxiliary. She enjoyed watching the Green Bay Packers, the Chicago Cubs, and her grandchildren play sports. She was a great bowler, nicknamed "Wrong Foot Louie" and bowled a 300 game. She had a sense of humor beyond words. She is survived by her three children, Frank (Petra) DeChiara of Pleasant Prairie, Randy DeChiara of Kenosha, and Patricia (Mike) Despotovic of Kenosha; eight grandchildren, Frank, Michelle, and Lisa DeChiara, Jason, Olivia, and Tyler DeChiara, and Brian and Scott DeMarco; three great-grandchildren, Brett, Ivy, and Madelyne; a brother, Willard (Elaine) Jensen of Alma, WI; and her sisters-in-law, Dolly (John) Roscioli of Kenosha, Jennie Vite of Kenosha and Delores Phillips of Battle Creek, MI. Lee was preceded in death by her daughter-in-law, Marjorie DeChiara; and three brothers, Lavern, Raymond and Walley. A memorial service will be held Saturday, August 6th, at Proko Funeral Home at 6:00 p.m. Interment will be private. Visitation will be held on Saturday at the funeral home from 4:00 p.m. until the time of the service. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Cancer Society would be greatly appreciated by the family.Proko Funeral Home & Crematory5111-60th StreetKenosha, WI 53144Phone: (262) 654-3533Visit Lee’s Online Memorial Book at:www.prokofuneralhome.com
Condolences
Liz Vargas & Mary Catherine Thorton
August 17, 2011
We are so sorry to hear of Lee's passing she was a wonderful lady. She was known at bingo as the candy lady and she always knew how to make someone smile. We will all miss her onSaturdaynites.Our prayers go out her family my Lee R.I.P.
Donald Hamann
August 7, 2011
So sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. Our condolences from all of the Hamann Family: Donald Sr. and Donald Jr., Cindy, Terry, Janet, and Liz.
Lisa Hamann Soltis
August 6, 2011
Patty, Frank, Randy and Children. My deepest condolences to you and yours. Very sorry to hear of the loss of your Mother and Grandmother. If anyone knows about Lee she was one beautiful lady who had a large heart for her Children and Grandchildren. Margie spoke so highly of Lee. God Bless all of you and take gentle care.Lisa Hamann Soltis and Family
Randy Cruz
August 6, 2011
Randy and family, you have my deepest condolences for the loss of your mother. May God bless her and all her loved ones.
Eric Despotovic
August 5, 2011
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.
Donna Cooper
August 5, 2011
My heartful condolences to you Patty and family. Your mother was a lovely lady and she is at peace with her husband. She is playing her favorite game "Bingo" and she will win the price from our "Heavenly Father".Love You and God Bless,Donna Cooper
MARY &TIM GERAGHTY
August 4, 2011
RANDY AND FAMILY : LOVE TO YOU ALL AND SO SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS ANYONE WHO KNEW LEE......... LOVED HER I AM SAD TO SAY WE ARE IN APPLETON FOR MY NIECE'S WEDDING SAT. WE WILL BE THINKING OF YOU ALL LOVE, MARY & TIM
The Pearson Family
August 4, 2011
Dear Patty, Frank, Randy and Families,We are so sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was truly a wonderful woman. She leaves behind a wonderful legacy in all of you to carry on. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this most difficult time. Love, Mick, Mark, Patti, Chris and Families
Brad and Diane Norton
August 4, 2011
We are saddened to hear of your loss. Please accept our most heartfelt sympathy. May the love of family and friends help you through this difficult time.
Carol D\
August 4, 2011
Patty, Randy, Frank and the entire DeChiara Family; You are all in my thoughts at this time of loss and transition. Both "Deach and Lee" were dedicated to their family throughout their lives. Their legacy lives on within each of you and is not lost. With Sincerity, Carol D'Anca
Eva Bonde
August 4, 2011
My deepest sympathies to your family. Although I did not know Lee personally, I do know how wonderful her family is and how much she meant to you. You're in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.
Dan Zarletti
August 4, 2011
To Frankie, Randy and Patty; I am so sorry for your loss but I believe because of God's faithfulness and all our prayers for God to reside in her heart that she has re-joined your Dad in Heaven. They shall now live throughout eternity, together without pain and in the richness that God has prepared for us who call him LORD. I trust they will see my Mother and Dad an rejoice together that they have arrived to their eternal home. Your Mom always found a reason to smile, even when times were tough. And, she was always willing to laugh at my lousy jokes. She will be sorely missed and I shall pray for each of you and your families so that God will pour out His grace on you.
Jay Rush
August 4, 2011
Lee you made us all laugh so hard at the Townhouse. I will miss you. My sympathies to Patty and the rest of the family.
Carolyn Barnett
August 4, 2011
To the Family of Mrs. Lee,I am so sorry for your loss. Miss Lee was a joy to be with at bingo to most of us she was the candy lady, but she was also( my little fast thing) im sure some of you saw some of her toys. she will be truly missed but not forgotten. God Bless each of You!