Thomasina M. Madrigrano
September 4, 1932 -
January 23, 2015
Thomasina M. “Tommie” Madrigrano, a resident of Kenosha and Las Vegas, NV died following a sudden illness on Friday, January 23, 2015 at Shea Hospital, Scottsdale, AZ.
Thomasina was born on September 4, 1932 in Kenosha; she was the daughter of the late Thomas and Sarah (Maccarone) Montemurro.
She attended St. Thomas Aquinas Elementary School, St. Clara Academy, Sinsinawa, WI and Rosary College, River Forest, IL.
On February 14, 1953 at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, she was united in marriage to Aldo Madrigrano. Sadly he preceded her in death on May 10, 1986.
Thomasina was a member of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, the Italian American Auxiliary, and Holy Family Catholic Church in Las Vegas, NV.
From an early age, Tommie taught her children about their extended family, their Italian heritage and their religion. She showed them how fortunate they were to have each other, a father who worked hard every day for them and encouraged each of her children to be independent thinkers. She led by example when she taught her children to be grounded and always remember where they came from. Her unconditional love will live on in each of them.
Survivors include her four children, Gina M. (Bill) Madrigrano Friebus, Thomas (Joan Linsott) Madrigrano, Kathy (Luigi Comi) Madrigrano, and Aldo (Dawn) Madrigrano; her three granddaughters, Nicole (Nolan) Ryan, Anna (Andrew) Fillipi and Valentina Comi, and her great grandson Thomas Aldo Fillipi. Thomasina is further survived by her sister-in-law, Shirley Madrigrano.
Along with her parents and husband, she was preceded in death by her two sisters, Mary (John) Peterson, and Eleanor (Roger) Gemignani, and her brothers, Michael passed away within a day of her passing, and Joseph Montemurro. Thomasina was also preceded in death by her brothers and sisters- in- law, Dario (Marianne) Madrigrano and Joseph “Pepe” Madrigrano Sr., and Gene (Vera) Speca.
Service Info
Funeral services will be held on Friday, February 6, 2015. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church.1919-54th St. , Kenosha,WI. Relatives and friends are asked to meet at the church for the Mass. Entombment will follow in All Saints Mausoleum.
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Rhonda & Michael WaddellOur sympathies and prayers to you for the loss of your mother. “A death is not the extinguishing of a light, but the putting out of the lamp because the dawn has come.” Unknown
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Mary Lou Studer-curtinThomasina and I were classmates at St Thomas Aquinas and I haven't seen her since graduation day in June, 1946. I moved to Michigan the following week. We had planned to go to St Catherine's in Racine but my parents decided to move. I often thought of her and what a good friend and great person she was. I had hoped to get together with her to chat about our families and lives since grade school. RIP good friend. Till we meet again. Mary Lou
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RUTH FALDUTO LIDDELLOH, I AM SPEECHLESS. THOMISINA WAS LIKE PAUL'S SISTER! I HAVE SO MANY WONDERFUL MEMORIES OF THE TWO OF THEM! AND OF ALL YOUR FAMILY! HOW I WISH ROSE AND I COULD BE THERE - WE BOTH HAVE SUCH MEMORIES --- SUCH WONDERFUL TIMES! THINKING OF ALL OF YOU, WITH LOVE, RUTH
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Karen and Duryl WrightWe will forever feel blessed that we had an opportunity to know Tommie. We will remember her smile, her friendship and her laughter, and we will miss her kindness, her strength and her spirit. She was an incredible lady, and her family is a tribute to her. Our thoughts and prayers are with the entire Madrigrano family during this difficult time. God bless.
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Rose Marie FaldutoDear Aldo, Tom, Gina and Cathy ( and families ) , I am so sorry to hear of your Mothers passing. My deepest condolences to all. She was very dear to my Dad and made such a sweet call to me after he passed away a few years ago. She said that they had both enjoyed a wonderful childhood full of love and family. I am sure this is the legacy that she left for you all as well. I have very fond memories of your Mom in my own childhood . Sending love and God's peace to all. Rose Marie
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Sr. Marie LouiseI remember all the Madrigrano's so well. Tomasina was a very dear friend of the Sisters when we were at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel. I had all you kids ( adults) in school. I was truly saddened by her sudden death and do offer my condolences to all of the family. Please know that you are all in my prayers.
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Randy & Linda MartinAldo, Tom, Gina, Kathy & family, Our sincere sympathy for the loss of your loved one! Our thoughts and prayers go out to your entire family. May the good Lord be with you in this time of sadness.
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Gina, Sophia and Julia WilsonKathy/Luigi/Valentina, Tom/Joan, Gina/Bill, Aldo/Dawn and families - We are so shocked and saddened by the loss of our beloved Thomasina. Even as I write this I can't believe she's gone. Seems ironic how best friends could lose their mothers so close together, and how best friends could lose their grandmothers so close together. We are so grateful for all the times we spent together through the years, and all the memories we made. Thank you so much for sharing "Nanna" with us! Tommie was such a bright spirit, with such joy, faith, and zest for life. She was also one of the most down to earth, and most thoughtful persons we have ever known. She shared in all of our joys, and was the first person to call us in times of trouble or grief. She offered wise counsel, comfort, and humor when needed, and always made us feel like we were part of the family. What a wonderful human being you were blessed to call "Mom"! Now I know we can be comforted by the knowledge that our parents have all reunited, and Nanna has had her face to face meeting with her beloved Padre Pio. To all of you we offer our prayers, condolences and love. To Nanna we say, Thank you for everything, and we will see you again... xo
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Mike PjevachTom, Aldo and the rest of the Madrigrano family. Please accept my sencere sympathies on the passing of your mother. May your memories of your mom and dad help you through this difficult time. Sincerely, Mike Pjevach
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Julie, Kurt, Donald & Christina KochGina, Tom, Aldo and Kathy & families There are no words to express our sadness over the loss of such a wonderful lady. There is now a very special angel looking down on everyone. She always showed how important family is and in the time we knew her I learned so much about raising children. Your Dad and our heavenly father were waiting for her and she was able to take the journey with her brother. You are all in our thoughts and prayers and we all here for you for anything you need. You have all been so kind and welcoming to our family and it is truly appreciated. We love you all.
