Carol Ann Negratti

Carol Ann Negratti, 66, Green Bay, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2016 encircled by her loving family. Carol Ann, born in Rumford, Maine October 29, 1949, was the second of six children born to Al and Alice Negratti. Experiencing trauma at the time of her birth, the medical advice of the day was to “institutionalize her, go on with your lives, she will never walk or talk, and likely will not have a life expectancy beyond 12 years”. Thanks to the staunch faith, determination, and unwavering love of her parents, Carol Ann blossomed to enjoy life and bring joy and meaning to the lives of many.

Carol Ann easily adapted to her surroundings as her family relocated from coast to coast. In 1981 she moved with her parents to Green Bay and began attending ASPIRO. She was actively engaged with all activities, socials and sporting events for 35 years. Carol Ann attended class, worked recycling projects, and participated in any activity lead by “the Guy”. Carol Ann was a Special Olympic medal recipient in Walking, Bowling, and the Softball Throw. She enjoyed trips to the Wisconsin Dells, State Fair, and the annual Fishing Tournament. Music brought special joy to her. Nothing could top her Beatles! Carol Ann “retired” at ASPIRO as she pioneered the Senior Care Program. Today this growing program enriches the lives of individuals with ongoing socialization and skill maintenance as signs of aging or degenerative medical conditions appear.

When a family friend learned of Carol Ann’s passing, she remarked “Carol Ann was truly a special gift to all – everyone should have the experience of meeting a person like her – we could all take a lesson on how to live our lives form Carol Ann”. This prompted her siblings to reflect on the lessons they learned from their precious sister: Always smile, Show appreciation, Eat chocolate, Never judge, Share proactively, Forgive freely, Don’t take yourself seriously, Be pleasant to everyone, Anticipate goodness, Faith prevails, and Family matters most!

Carol Ann is survived by her siblings: Alice Leigh, James, Linda, and Janis; her nieces and nephews: Stephen Negratti, Christian Negratti, Alice Ann Samuel, Katherine Samuel, Albert Samuel, and Francis Samuel; and Ann Negratti and Eugene Samuel. Carol Ann will be missed by her many friends at ASPIRO and Innovative Services.

Preceding her in death are her grandparents, James and Charlotte Negratti; Alice and Leo Hammel; her parents, Al and Alice Negratti; and her brother John Paul Negratti.

As we celebrate the life of Carol Ann, please join us for any part as your schedule allows.
Mass of Christian Burial at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, April 9, 2016, at SS. Peter and Paul Catholic Church, with the Rev. Tony Cirignani, OFM officiating. Visitation and lunch will follow across the street at Malcore Funeral Home, 701 N. Baird St., from 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
Please visit www.malcorefuneralhome.com to express condolences to the family.

In lieu of flowers, donations can be made in Carol Ann’s memory to ASPIRO – Senior Program
1673 Dousman Street, Green Bay, Wisconsin 54303 (920-498-2599)

Having lived such a rich life, friends and care providers are numerous. At the risk of overlooking someone, the family humbly wishes to express gratitude to the following individuals for their significance in Carol Ann’s quality of life: Dr David Kaufman, Dr Matt Ryan and the GB Oncology Team, Dr Chris Rupp, and Dr Mary Neustiffter; Amy, Crystal, Wendy and the many angels of Innovative Services; Debbie J, Mrs J and the staff of Cottonwood Center; Mary Vander Stieg and Rhonda Schmitt of Brown County Human Services; Dave, Mark, Mike, Danni and “extended family” members of ASPIRO; and Dr Anderson, Nurses, Aides, Therapists, and volunteers of Bornemann Nursing Home for their respectful and compassionate care during the final months, days and hours of Carol Ann’s life.