Craig A. Gagliano

To Craig's family & friends, I just found out that Craig had passed and send you my deepest sympathies. Craig was part of the Curative Forest Home staff I supervised in the early-mid 2000's. I have many memories of Craig. One that comes to mind is his creative ideas for participant programming. I remember for one music appreciation class he introduced the class to the "backstage experience " of a concert - I'm pretty sure it was classic rock focused. After listening to some popular live recordings, they looked through photos of the band, talked about the band members and were issued "backstage passes". They then enjoyed finger foods and non-alcoholic cocktails while talking about getting autographs and favorite music memories. What makes this incredible is that over half of the participants were non-verbal or could speak only a few words. Meaningful communication without words was one of Craig's unique gifts. We all have our struggles in life. I echo other messages that identify Craig as a strong individual who gave joy and compassion to others. He touched more lives than I can imagine. With Sympathy, Kristy Bleeke

My deepest condolences to you Joy and your family. May you always remember the many years of love that was shared together and find peace in knowing Craig will always be with you in your heart ❤️

My uncle’s love for his family, animals, his outlook on life, dedication, love for music and athletics, love for all things Italian, and most of all his laugh and sense of humor will be surely missed and always remembered. A definition of determination and strength, let his example be our gift of inspiration for all of us to live regardless of our individual struggles and beliefs. Knowing he has endured great difficulties many times with plentiful smiles on his face, and with a great sense of humor, demonstrates the sense of self-humility we can all learn from. Thank you Uncle Craig for being you and brightening our days, always when we needed it. Now you can keep Grandma Velma and Grandpa Steve company and probably go to some pretty heavenly music concerts.... Besides teach me how to play soccer, thanks for let me play music for you...For those about to rock, we salute you! ❤️ . Love You forever Man!!!!! -Danny

Sending my thoughts and prayers to all of you from a cousin Debbie

Great guy, great family. Knew him all my life like a big brother. He was my brothers best friend for around 60 years. Thoughts and prayers with him and his family.

To a wonderful Cousin, from your sense of humor (using Siclian slang at family gatherings) to your caring personality (being there for others -a loving nephew to Ellie) your around us then and now. Cousin, Sandi Engle

Thoughts to you Joy and all your Family . Craig was one of a kind . I’m glad I had the chance to see him at my Moms (Dee Bojars ) Birthday Party . Certainly never a dull moment growing up with him as one of Robin’s best friends . Hugs and Prayers RIP CRAIG

Joy, Hansie here. Linda and I are very sad to hear about Craig. He's been sick for a long time which maybe it's a good thing for him, you and the family. We were almost like brothers growing up on 35th & 36th streets. We have many story's to tell and I will always remember them, had so many of them. He will be missed by all. Rest in Peace my Friend.

So sorry to hear about my cousin Craig. I had not seen him in a long time. Sending prayers to the family.. love ❤️ all of you

We will miss him, even tho our time together was short the times we shared were great. I never knew anyone like Craig so full of life and enjoying it to the fullest. I'll never forget the times we had and shared cuz... Hello Milwaukee.....

I know you have left from this life to the next but that doesn’t mean you have not left a whole in our hearts. Some day we will all join hands again in heaven For now I will just remember how you always made me smile. Peace and eternal rest to you cousin , till we meet again Cousin Cheryl

Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.