Louis Angelo Capriotti
October 9, 1949 -
December 1, 2025
US Veteran
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Louis Angelo Capriotti on Monday, December 1, 2025 surrounded by his loving family. Born October 9, 1949 in Kenosha, he graduated from Mary D. Bradford High School in 1967 and had been a life-long resident of Kenosha.
From 1968 until August 1972 he was in the U.S. Army serving 18 months in Vietnam as a Combat Medic, also serving time in Germany and Kansas. Louis also served in the Air Force Reserve, being activated in 1991 for Operation Desert Storm. He retired from the military on January 1, 2000 as a Senior Master Sergeant after serving 25 years. He was awarded the Bronze Star Medal for valor, Combat Medic Badge, Vietnam Campaign Medal, Vietnam Cross of Gallantry, Air Force Commendation, Army Commendation, Good Conduct Medal and others.
From 1973 until 2003, he was employed by American Motors/Chrysler Corporation. He was also employed by the Department of Defense while laid off from Chrysler from 1989 until he was called back in 1995.
He was a member of Messiah Lutheran Church, VFW Post #1865, PLAV, chartered member of the Kenosha Area Vietnam Vets, American Legion #552, Brothers of Bravo Company 1/11 5th Infantry Division, Italian American Society, Bradford Alumni Association, and Deutscher Manner Verein of Racine.
Louis is survived by his wife, Kathryn (Jens); sons, Jason (Cassie) Capriotti, Milwaukee and Timothy (Jayne) Capriotti, Kenosha, and his sister, Angela (Jerry) Pynaker, Kenosha; grandchildren, Eleanor, Lydia and Anderson; brothers-in-law, James Jens, Bob (special friend Debbie) Jens; sisters-in-law, Mary Jens, Carol (John) Prestigiacomo, Lori Jens, and many nephews, nieces and friends.
He was preceded in death by his parents, father and mother-in-law; brother-in-law, John Jens and daughter-in-law, Karalyn Capriotti
Inurnment will be held privately at a later date. In lieu of flowers, memorial remembrances to Messiah Lutheran Church https://www.messiahkenosha.org/ would be appreciated.
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Romy MayerPosted on:
December 7, 2025My condolences to the family. Louie was a good soul and a great guy.
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December 7, 2025Kathy, I am so sorry to hear about Louie. My heart goes out to you. I will keep you in my prayers. Hold all your memories close to your heart. Love and hugs, Karen
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Dennis WamboldtPosted on:
December 6, 2025Loui and I were Friends in grade school thru high school. We shared lots of old and new memories together, I'll miss you Loui. My Deepest condolences Kathryn Capriotti and Family.
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Joyce Carroll, Washington cousinPosted on:
December 5, 2025I have some very fond memories of Louis even only seeing him a dozen or so times in my life. He was a big cuddly bear who would fold you in his arms and swallow you up and make everyone feel special. My daughter Jenni, who met him last year, for the first time as an adult, fell in love with him immediately. I suspect she was like everyone else who met Louis. Louis was a memorable person. I feel very sad for his family because he will leave a big hole in their lives. My heart feels very heavy for you right now, but he leaves so many wonderful memories that he will never be missed. You will forever live with his love and laughter. I love you all. Joyce
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Debra LaurencePosted on:
December 5, 2025I am so sorry for the loss to the family.
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Mark and Sally HeinzenPosted on:
December 5, 2025Our sincere condolences to friends and family, we always enjoyed our conversations with Louie when we lived at Stone Creek! He was a charming, generous and delightful man! RIP Sir!
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Linda Ciotti TurkPosted on:
December 5, 2025No one more genuine or more thoughtful than Louie - a true gentleman. Remembering many laughs and good times in Ktown during our formative teens when life was simple and hopeful! Never knew about his many military honors, but predictable in retrospect because he was always a kind & loyal friend - Kudos!
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Don HardyPosted on:
December 4, 2025So sorry to hear the sad news, Lou was a friend for many years. Knew him from the BCCA was always fun and had great stories... Cheers my friend RIP
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Rosa Ines AcevedoPosted on:
December 4, 2025So very sorry for your loss, Gerber (Jason). My sincerest condolences.
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Donna Ruffalo JuzwikPosted on:
December 3, 2025My sympathy to you and your Family Kathy. So many memories with you & Louie with Varilee & Mark.
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Pat Andre (Bojniewicz)Posted on:
December 3, 2025My Most Sincere Condolences to his wife, family and friends. My Heart broke when I read this. Thank you for the fond memories from high school, but especially for your Outstanding Military Service. Rest in Peace my Friend.
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Terry ModoryPosted on:
December 3, 2025I am so very sorry to hear of Louie’s passing. A genuinely good guy. He taught me how to drive stick shift back in the late 60’s. That was quite a feat! May all the memories you hold in your heart be a comfort to you now and in the days ahead.
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Daniel Skopp, MSgt, USAFR, ART, RetPosted on:
December 3, 2025I joined the 440th Medical Squadron in 1973. I met Louie at that time. I left in 1985 to become a Medical ART at Carswell AFB,Texas. I returned to the 440th in 1999 and retired from there in 2005. I remember Louie well and had good times with him and other members of the Squadron.He will be missed, bur remembered.
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December 3, 2025I knew Louie when i was in High School. He was a good person. Sending my sympathy to his wife and family.p
