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Corlis “Tony” Pitzo

June 13, 1923 - December 6, 2021
Visitation
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Thursday 12/9, 10:00 am - 11:45 am
Service
Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
Thursday 12/9, 12:00 pm

Corlis “Tony” Pitzo went home peacefully at age 98. Preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Lucille Mutz Dotzler, brothers Joe and Eddie, and sister Louise (Pick). Survived by his children: David (Debra), Mark (Jean), Linda (Dennis) Spingola, Laura (Patrick) Schoolcraft, 14 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren.

Tony retired from Blackhawk Manufacturing (Applied Powers) as a traffic manager. His passion was music. Unable to serve in WWII, Tony traveled the country playing his sax and clarinet for the troops and Americans in the Eddie Roger (dance) Band. He even played for Lawrence Welk! Tony spent his last days at Grace Commons sharing his love and making everyone feel special. Come celebrate his life with us!

Visitation will be held on Thursday, December 9, 2021 at Krause Funeral Home, 21600 Capitol Drive, Brookfield, Wisconsin from 10:00 AM until 11:45 AM. Service will begin at 12:00 PM.

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Krause Funeral Home Brookfield
21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
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Thursday 12/9, 10:00 am - 11:45 am
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21600 West Capitol Drive
Brookfield, WI 53072
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Thursday 12/9, 12:00 pm
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Corlis “Tony” Pitzo went home peacefully at age 98. Preceded in death by his wife of 61 years, Lucille Mutz Dotzler, brothers Joe and Eddie, and sister Louise (Pick). Survived by his children: David (Debra), Mark (Jean), Linda (Dennis) Spingola, Laura (Patrick) Schoolcraft, 14 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, 2 great-great-grandchildren. Tony retired from Blackhawk Manufacturing (AppliedContinue Reading

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Dave Berger left a message on December 9, 2021:
I am sorry to learn of your dads passing. I hope you are doing okay. Remembering all the great family moments will bring comfort and joy. I remember so well my Petzo boys campaigning for me. That made a world of difference in my life, and I love you too. My prayers for your dad.
Glenn/Geraldine Johnson left a message on December 9, 2021:
So sorry to learn of your Dad's passing. My thoughts & prayers are with all of you. He was such a great person, so thoughtful and kind and know he will be greatly missed. Peace! Sincerely, Geri Johnson (Smarella Family)
Kim and Jim Cherubini left a message on December 8, 2021:
Tony was such a beautiful person - his smiling face will be missed. I am so thankful that such a wonderful person was part of my life story - beginning with becoming a " Cherubini" and meeting the entire Pitzo family. I never saw Tony without a smile and a kind word. A beautiful soul to the end. Loved you Tony ......Kim C
Bonesho's left a message on December 8, 2021:
We love you Uncle Tony. The gang is back together. The Bonesho's
Krause Funeral Home & Cremation Services left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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