(262) 653-0667
3016 75th Street, Kenosha, WI 53142
It is with deep sadness that the family of Dora Littiken announce her passing away peacefully at the age of 98 on June 9th 2025 after a long illness with dementia.
Dora was born July 25th 1926 in Iron Mountain Michigan to Italian immigrants Pasquale Caracciolo and Bettina Mari.
After graduating from Bradford Highschool she became the head of the photography department at Great Lakes Naval Training Center where she met and married Darrell Littiken. She had one daughter Debra Littiken.
She loved entertaining, cooking, gardening, traveling and meeting people from around the world. Dancing was her passion.
She is survived by her Daughter Debra Littiken, Son-in-law Leo Martin, and her sisters Beverly Mayo and Vivian Borkin.
She was preceded in death by her brother Fred Caracciolo and sisters Ann Castiglia and Norma Damm.
She was a happy, kind, caring person who touched the lives of many.
Her motto was ‘Do It Now!’
Services for Dora will be held on Thursday, June 19th at St. Marys Roman Catholic Church (7307 40th Ave, Kenosha). Visitation with the family will take place from 10 o’clock until 11 o’clock with a Mass of Christian Burial at 11 o’clock.
Dora will be laid to rest in a private ceremony at St. George Catholic Cemetery.
Mon - Fri: 8AM - 4PM
(262) 653-0667
3016 75th Street, Kenosha, WI 53142
Diane & Domenick Martinelli says:
Our sincere sympathies to Debi and Leo on the passing of lovely Doris. May your many wonderful stories and precious memories bring you comfort at this difficult time. We send you our love, prayers and belief in the Kingdom of Heaven where you will see Doris again..most likely dancing! 💃
Celia Baig says:
I never seen her without a big smile on her face. She radiated warmth to all who knew her. She was loved by all. Such a joy to be around!
She will be missed but not forgotten. Next time we meet she will be healthy, young and vibrant!
Edna Donald says:
Miss Debi, sending you love and light during this time of bereavement. 🤍🤍🤍🤍
Denise Sorgio says:
Debi and Leo I am so sorry for your loss, it is a bittersweet. Dora was a very sweet lady. I didn’t spend much time with her but when I did she always had us laughing. Your mother will always be walking with you & laughing at your side. May Dora rest in peace and sending love and hugs to you.
Denise Sorgio says:
Debi and Leo I am so sorry for your loss, it is a bittersweet. Dora was a very sweet lady. I didn’t spend much time with her but when I did she always had us laughing. Your mother will always be walking with you & laughing at your side. May Dora rest in peace and sending love and hugs to you.
Gerardo Macias says:
Hey Deb,
Sorry for your loss. Dora was always a happy person. I know you had los to do with that, your an amazing daughter.
Love you and God bless
Brenda Howell says:
Debi we are so very sorry to hear that Dora has passed away. She was a beloved friend to us across the miles and will be loved and remembered for ever. We had such wonderful times together when we visited her beautiful home and she made us so welcome. God Bless you Dora, always loved by Brenda and Brian in England.
Teresa Cosentino says:
Debi, thinking about you and Dori never saw her even once not happy, I’d see her in her yard all the time,weeding and what not,such a lovely person..She certainly had a very long life and the most caring daughter, she was blessed to have such loving daughter ❤️ God rest her soul…Rest in peace Dori🙏🏻🙏🏻
Gloria Soto says:
I am so sorry for your loss Debbie,you were a very caring,loving daughter and that probably had a lot to do with why she had such a wonderful,happy long life too!