Ralph M. Fico

Born to Eternal Life June 27, 2014 at the age of 90. Preceded in death by his beloved wife Marian (nee Kochan) Loving father of Karen (John) Kondrakiewicz, Dr. James (Mary) Fico and John (Jean) Fico. Dear grandfather of Jeff (Amy) Kondrakiewicz, Becky (Steven) Crnkovich, Michael Kondrakiewicz, Gina (Kent) Meronek, Andrea (Eric) Vergauwen: great grandfather of Christian, Grace and Aiden Kondrakiewicz and Nicholas and Evan Crnkovich. Brother of Antoinette (Jim) Guarrine and brother-in-law of Rose Fico. Further survived by his God daughter Terrie Peschman, nieces, nephews, other relatives and friends. Preceded in death by his parents James and Mary Fico, brothers Frank, Tony and John and his sister Frances (Joe).

Visitation will be held Thursday July 3rd, 2014 at St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church (3907 N. 92nd St., Milwaukee) from 10:00 AM until time of Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 PM. Private interment at Holy Cross Cemetery.

Ralph was a long time member of St. Margaret Mary Catholic Church; He proudly served in the United States Coast Guard during World War II. He worked for the Louis Hoffman Company for 40 years and during retirement worked for First Weber Realty in the office building for 13 years. Ralph was a member of the Pompeii Men’s Club at the Italian Community Center, Knights of Columbus, Sheet Metal Workers International Association, Many bowling and golf leagues. He had many friends at the Brookfield Community Center; he also enjoyed dancing at the American Legion Post and signing Italian music. He loved to play cards and video poker.

The family would like to Thank Everyone at Elmbrook Memorial Hospital on 5 South and Hospice Care for their excellent care and support to Ralph and his family. Much appreciation to all of his friends at Heritage Place who were always there for him. A Special thanks to everyone at Embrace Elder Care who took such tender care of him; especially Janet Kirk who has been his dedicated friend and caregiver. In lieu of flowers, please send memorial donations to St. Margaret Mary School , 3950 N. 92nd St. Milwaukee, WI 53222.