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3016 75th Street, Kenosha, WI 53142
March 4, 1933 – February 5, 2026
Peter Casciaro, 92, of Kenosha died on Thursday, February 5, 2026, at Froedtert South Hospital. Born in Kenosha on March 4, 1933, he was the son of the late Frank and Millie (Gallo) Casciaro.
Peter attended local grade schools and was a graduate of Marquette University High School in Milwaukee and Dominican College in Racine. He later obtained a master’s degree from Marquette University.
He honorably served our country in the U.S. Army during the Korean War.
On November 19, 1955, he married Marian Dolnik at St. Anthony Church in Kenosha. They enjoyed 60 years of marriage. She preceded him in death on July 13, 2016.
Early in his career, Peter worked for the Kenosha Unified School System at Bain and McKinley schools. He also taught at Drought School in the Town of Norway. In the summers, he enjoyed working outdoors for the Kenosha Parks and at the Petrifying Springs golf course.
Peter was a member of St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Parish. He was past president of the Holy Name Society and was a CCD instructor.
He was also a friend of the Kenosha Public Museum and Kenosha Library.
Peter’s pastimes included writing, philosophy, and exploring Wisconsin, photographing and journaling his travels. An avid reader, he enjoyed Thoreau and travel books. In retirement, he enjoyed walking downtown and was a frequent visitor to the museum. He was an enthusiastic fan of the trolley. During his walks, he would enjoy ice cream or a Mac’s Canteen nut bar. On the weekends, he was a great fan of the Green Bay Packers, and regularly wore Packer attire.
He is survived by his children, Anna Marie (Richard) Wiersum, David (Jenell), Patricia Carter-Keller (Harvey), and Paul, eight grandchildren and nine great-grandchildren, sister Loretta Moser and sisters-in-law Thomasia Dolnik and Kay Dolnik and many Casciaro, Gallo and Dolnik cousins, nieces and nephews.
He was also preceded in death by his parents, his daughter Susan Marie (in infancy), daughter-in-law Jenell Casciaro, brother Frank Casciaro, brothers-in-law Rudy, Edward, Thomas and Joseph Dolnik, and sisters-in-law Alice and Mary Dolnik, and Barbara Casciaro.
A special thank you to Kenosha Senior Living, where Peter resided for the last 10 years; also, to Legacy Hospice for their compassionate care of Peter in the past year, and to the nursing staff of Froedtert South Hospital and Horizon Hospice for their attentive care in his final days.
Memorial remembrances may be made to St. Anthony of Padua Parish, American Diabetes Association, Kenosha Public Museum or the charity of your choice.
Services will be held on Saturday, February 21st at St. Anthony Catholic Church (2223 51st St, Kenosha, WI 53140). Visitation with the family will take place from 10am till 11am with Mass at 11am. Burial will follow at St. George Catholic Cemetery.
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Johanna L Lopez says:
Dear Family,
I am attending Peter’s funeral with mixed emotions. I am glad he’s no longer suffering this mortal life while sad for his children and grandchildren who no longer have him.
I knew Peter in his brilliant prime. He’s the Peter I shall see in heaven.
Cousin Johanna Gallo Lopez
Tris says:
You will be greatly missed, uncle Peter. You were so special and loved. May you follow the light of the Holy Spirit to Jesus and God’s great heaven where you’ll find peace that surpasses all understanding and love beyond comprehension. And may your family and friends find comfort in the memories.
In sympathy,
Tris Casciaro
Lesli Rauch says:
Dear Casciaro Family,
I have such fond memories of our youth and your family hospitality. It was always so special to come visit and we cherished the reunions. Uncle Peter and Aunt Marion. May their memories be a blessing of special timess and may you find peace on your journey of loss. I am so sorry for the loss of Uncle Peter. He will be greeted by all that have left us and loved him.
Hugs and love to all.
Mary Ann DiChristopher says:
I regret I cannot attend Peter’s celebration of Life on Saturday. I remember being at their wedding–I have a vivid memory of them on the church steps. Peter was very special and as much as he tried to decline I was able to get him up on the dance floor at many family events!
My love to all of you, Mary Ann
Lisa Jahnke says:
To our cousins and families,
We know Uncle Peter will be greatly missed. I have memories in recent years, probably 6-7 years ago, of bringing my dad to visit him. It was a wonderful visit. May all those good memories help you through this time. Prayers for all his family. He is with your mother, brother, his mother and father. A joyous reunion. Love Lisa and family
Hazel Boyd says:
To our niece Patricia Carter-Keller and your family… we’re saddened to hear of the passing of your dear father! We sends our deepest condolences and prayers to you! “To be absent from this body, is to be present with the Lord “. Love and respect,
Aunt Hazel and uncle Bishop W. F. Boyd
Brownsville, Tennessee