Roma R. Cesario
April 11, 1923 -
March 26, 2018
Roma R. (nee: Chiappetta) Cesario, age 94 of Kenosha, died peacefully on Monday, March 26, 2018, at Aurora Medical Center, with her family by her side.
A lifelong resident of Kenosha, she was born on April 11, 1923, the youngest of six daughters born to the late Salvatore and Raffaela (Cosentino) Chiappetta. She was a 1941 graduate of Kenosha High School.
On April 12, 1947 at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church she was united in marriage to Guido Cesario. Sadly, after nearly 68 years of marriage, Guido preceded her in death on February 21, 2016.
In 1970, Roma began employment in the library with U.W.-Parkside, retiring in 1987. She previously was employed with Lepp and Company from 1942 until 1948 and Kenosha Public Library from 1963 until 1969.
Roma was a faithful lifelong member of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church and was a past president of the Holy Rosary Ladies Society. She was also a member of the Catholic Woman’s Club and a life member of the Kenosha Bradford Alumni Association.
Roma never met a conversation she didn’t like. Her true joys were talking to people, reading, gardening and cooking. She touched many people, always with a spirit of optimism and positivity. She will be missed.
Roma will be remembered by her loving sons, Michel J., Gregory J. and Jeffrey J. (Michelle) Cesario; her beautiful granddaughter, Bailey M Cesario; and her loving nieces, nephews.
In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her five sisters, Mary (Cyril) Marsden, Elaine (Robert) Pinzger, Eletta (Thomas) Guider, Lydia (Frank) Judeikas and Eleanora (Eugene) Peterson; and a niece, Rita Judeikas Floryance.
Service Info
Funeral Services honoring Roma’s life will be held on Monday, April 2, 2018, beginning with a prayer service at 1:15 p.m. from the Piasecki-Althaus Funeral Home. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 2:00 p.m. at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, 2224 45th Street. Private interment will take place in St. George Cemetery.
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JoAnne Roders ShemanskeDear Cesario boys and your family. I was so sad read about Big Ro's passing. The memories of our shared childhood flooded my heart. From the time we were very young, she was a huge influence in our lives along with Big Gui. Our chats in your family room were filled with hot tea and and loving wisdom. So grateful for her notes and our phone calls. I will keep you all in my prayers and send love to you from our family. I know that she is rejoicing as she celebrates her first Heavenly Easter with beloved Guido and others who have gone before. Perhaps a cup of tea with Big Mag. We are all blessed by her love and joy for life. Know we are keeping you close.
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Ruth PrincipeGreg, Michael and Jeff, I am so sorry to hear of the passing of your beautiful mother, Roma. I am living in Florida now or I would deliver my hugs in person - I will be thinking of you all today and will keep you in my prayers. Much love to you all and I hope to see you one of these days.
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Bruno ZuccalaDeepest Sympathy and prayers to Michael, Greg, Jeff and Family. My thoughts are with you all .
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Kathleen Galley RobertsonTo the Cesario Family, I first met your Dad when he took the graduation portraits for the 1958 class at St. Mary's High School and later those of my wedding day. I met your Mother when we both worked at Lepp & Co. Even though there was quite an age difference that never mattered. She would often take several of us girls home for lunch. Guido would make us an omelet & sometimes a Manhattan when we became of age. We would have so many laughs together. Over the years I lived in several different places with my military husband, but we always stayed in touch with yearly Christmas cards. I was wondering about Roma when I did not receive her annual greeting this past Christmas. Now I know why. Kathleen Galley Robertson, Wasilla, Alaska
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Patti (Salerno) McCaffreyDear Michael, Greg and Jeff, I'm so sorry to hear about your Mother. Roma was one of the last true links Cathy and I had to our Mother. they were such true great friends. How I remember their "gab-fests" over a land-line phone as a child. My Dad would get so irritated because Mom would tie up the line. When your Mom would stop over to the house, I always knew we were in for laughs. Our parents were good friends to each other and they are missed. Roma was a wonderful person. Cathy and I send our love.
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The Lasecki FamilyMike, Greg, Jeff, Michele, and Bailey------There was never a time I don't remember Aunt Roma. She loved doting on each one of you and was extremely proud of all of your accomplishments. She treasured Uncle Guido. One of the last things I remember discussing was the children's story she had written for Bailey. I want to send a special shout out to Margie Engels for her unconditional love and support for Aunt Roma especially during the last two years. Thank you, too, cousins, for the special consideration you gave your mother when it mattered the most.
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Dorothy DalpaosRoma Cesario w as a remarkable person. She was smart., she was a loving person that enjoyed talking to everyone. We knew her for many years. Roma lived in a wonderful neighborhood. They enjoyed being good friends. Roma will be missed by many people. Guido and Roma were very good together and they raised a great family. I did get to talk to her many times , we would always laugh a lot. We loved her and will miss her. May she rest in peace Louis and Dorothy Dalpaos and the Dalpaos Family
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Leo and Marikay ChiappettaRoma was always fun to meet anywhere and start a conversation on almost any topic. I always enjoyed her perceptions of life in general and Kenosha history and life of Italian families specifically. We will miss her! Our prayers to her and her family.
