Obituary: Damian "Boozie" Schiro

Schiro, Damian MADISON - Damian "Boozie" Schiro passed away, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2005, at St. Marys Care Center. A lifelong resident of Madison, Damian, age 78, was raised in the fabled "Greenbush" and spent much of his early years tending bar at his father's popular tavern. He attended Madison Central High School, lettering in football and basketball, and graduating as Class President and Valedictorian. Damian led an active and interesting life. As a young father, he enjoyed City League baseball and basketball, and relished playing tennis, skiing and swimming with his children and friends. Later, his fondest moments were spent attending the farmer's market, Monona Terrace concerts, and Festa Italia. Damian's vast work experience included ownership of the Midvale Hobby Shop and Monroe Street Family Fun Shop. A talented marketer, he was the author of the famous "Give the Gift that Keeps on Giving - a Female Kitten," featured on the Monroe Street Pet Shop marquee. He is survived by his children, Jan (Dr. David), Jill (Scott), Paul (Kara), Brian (Jodi) and Carrie; 10 grandchildren; a brother, George; and a sister, Mary. He is preceded in death by his father, Joseph; mother, Catherine Wrend Schiro; and brother, Frank. Memorial services are pending at ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH in Madison with time and date to follow.

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on October 2, 2005

Schiro, Damian MADISON - Damian "Boozie" Schiro passed away, Thursday, Sept. 29, 2005, at St. Marys Care Center. Memorial services will be held at 11 a.m. on Saturday, Oct. 8, 2005, at ST. JAMES CATHOLIC CHURCH, 1128 St. James Court, Madison, with Msgr. Thomas F. Baxter officiating. Cress Funeral & Cremation Service 3610 Speedway Road (608) 238-3434.

Originally published in the Wisconsin State Journal on October 3, 2005