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Alex James Nigro, 92, of Kenosha, passed away peacefully at home on December 24th, 2023.
He was born in Cosenza, Italy in 1931 to Eugene and Carmela Nigro, and came to Kenosha as a young child. Alex was educated in the schools of Kenosha before joining the military. He went on to work at Camosy Construction. He spent many years as a delegate for the Laborers’ International Union of North America. He played baseball professionally for the Washington Senators and locally for Camosy. He also spent many years as a sports referee. Alex enjoyed spending his winters in Florida playing golf with his wife and many close friends. He was an avid sports fan, but most of all loved watching and attending Green Bay Packers games.
Alex was preceded in death by his parents, siblings Rose and Sam, and his beloved daughter Barb. He is survived by his loving wife Nancy, his daughter Tami Gandt (Kenny Samuel), his grandchildren Mitch Braver (Alison), Megan Sawall (Jacyn), Alex Nigro (Brianna), Matthew Nigro, Robyn Hietpas (Marc), Dylan Gandt (Roya), and numerous great-grandchildren.
A celebration of life will be held on Friday, January 5th from 12-3pm at Casa Capri 2129 Birch Rd, Kenosha, WI.
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Robert and Donna Behrmann says:
so sorry about this he was a great brother in law to us
Robert and Donna Behrmann says:
Alex was a great brother in law god bless
Jon Lyons says:
As Chaplain for the Sons of The American Legion Squadron 21 in Kenosha Wisconsin, i’d like to say thank you for your service and God bless you, your family and your friends. You’re all in my prayers. Just remember he was a gift from God and knowing him was even a bigger gift. 🙏🏻🫡
Rose Daniel says:
sorry to hear of your loss. Our parents were friends back in Italy , continued here in Kenosha
Bev Moehrke says:
So sorry to hear this. I will always remember the many good times Bob and I had with the two of you. Bob and Alex were avid golf buddies and are probably playing together in heaven right now. My thoughts and prayers to you Nancy and family.