Monica R. Witt
June 21, 1920 -
May 15, 2016
Monica R. Witt, age 95 of Kenosha, passed away at her home with her family by her side on Sunday, May 15, 2016.
She was born in Edson, WI, on June 21, 1920 and was the daughter of the late George and Margaret (Simon) Kastel.
On May 25, 1942, in Cadott, she married Raymond H. Witt and in 1951 they made Kenosha their home. They were blessed with 7 children and 55 years of marriage. Sadly, he preceded her in death on March 19, 1998.
Monica was a loving homemaker for her family for many years. In 1974 she was employed outside the home in the kitchen at Kenosha Hospital and Medical Center until 1985.
She was a member at St. Peter Catholic Church and belonged to the St. Mark’s Christian Mothers. Monica was also a long and devoted member of the Al-Anon Enlightenment Group. She was greatly loved by many family and friends. She enjoyed phone conversations with friends, playing cards, watching Jeopardy, Wheel of Fortune and her favorite-Lawrence Welk. Monica also enjoyed Saxony Manor activities.
She is survived by children, Richard (Judy) Witt, Margaret “Peggy” Fictum, Nancy Sanchez, Barbara (Lawrence) Willkomm, Mary Beth Pauloni and Beverly (Michael) Padgett along with 17 grandchildren and 21 great grandchildren. She is further survived by her brother, George Kastel and many nieces and nephews.
Along with her parents and husband, Monica was preceded in death by a son, Randy Witt; seven brothers, Raymond, Carl, Melvin, Robert, Leonard, Herman and Vincent in infancy and two sisters, Irene Geissler and Anita Madl.
Service Info
Funeral Services will be held on Saturday, May 21, 2016 beginning with a prayer service at 9:15 a.m. at Piasecki-Althaus Funeral Home, 3720 39th Ave., Kenosha, WI. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. at St. Peter Catholic Church, 2224 30th Ave. Interment will follow in Sunset Ridge Memorial Park.
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Janet WelchI had the pleasure to meet Monica quite a few years ago. My mother, Clara Kastel Zimmerman were first cousins.They had noy seen each other for many years and hade a great time together. My Mom passed in 2008 and Monica and I havekept in touch ever since. My sympathy to the family. May she rest in peace.
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Janet WelchI had the pleasure of meeting Monica several years ago only to find a wonderful person. She was a first cousin to my mother, Clara Kastel Zimmerman. They were so happy to see each other again. They had not seen each other in many years. Since that time, Monica and I had kept in contact. My sympathy to the family. May she rest in peace.
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Debra RoseI was sorry to hear of Monica's passing. Her sense of humor was quick and we laughed often. A strong and kind woman. She will be truly missed.
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Debra RoseI am very sorry to hear about Monica's passing. A strong and great woman with a sense of humor. She will be truly missed.
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Donna JuzwikI am so sorry for the loss of your Mom. She was my friend and mu sponsor many years ago in AlAnon. She was a very strong, caring woman. May your memories bring you comfort and peace. She is in my thoughts and prayers.
