Kenosha – Amy Ann (nee: Petersen) Tenuta, 31, tragically passed away in Milwaukee at Froedtert Memorial Lutheran Hospital on Sunday, September 16, 2007 after suffering a sudden ruptured cerebral aneurysm on Saturday afternoon. Amy was born in Racine on February 4, 1976. She graduated from William Horlick High School in 1994. While at Horlick, Amy was an accomplished member of the swim team, setting several records and winning a State Championship title as a diver. She was awarded a diving scholarship to N. Michigan University. However, Amy graduated from Carthage College with an English degree in 2001. Eight years ago, Amy met the love of her life, Robert Anthony Tenuta. They were married in Ocho Rios, Jamaica on June 1, 2002. Shortly after, Rob and Amy had their marriage blessed by Rev. William Hayward of St. Peter’s Catholic Church. Amy’s life was completely devoted to her family. She was a doting wife and mother who always placed her family’s needs as priority one. Amy always cherished the times spent with her beloved grandmother, Catherine Wood. Although Amy was a proud full-time mother, she enjoyed working part-time as a substitute teacher with Kenosha Unified. She also received pleasure in working part-time at BabyGap, where she loved shopping for her own children. Surviving are her loving husband, Rob; their children, Gabriel (age 6), Olivia (age 4) and Simona (age 2); grandmother, Catherine Wood; father, Todd Petersen; twin brothers, Dan (Caitlin) and Chris Petersen; Rob’s parents, Fedele and Rita Tenuta; sisters-in-law, Rose, Carmen and Claudia Tenuta; special aunt and uncle, Kathy Petersen and Bob (Marge) Wood; nephews and nieces; Jake and Max Piehl, Alexander and Grace Scalzo and Ethan Petersen; step mother, Sandy (Sondergaard) Petersen and step sisters Michelle (Sondergaard) Pilling and Cristie Sondergaard; and by many other important aunts, uncles, cousins and other relatives and friends too numerous to mention by name. Amy was preceded in death by her dear mother, Sue Ann Wood; maternal grandfather, Earl Wood; paternal grandparents, George and Helen Petersen and uncle, James Wood. Relatives and friends are invited to meet at St. Peter’s Catholic Church, 2224 – 30th Avenue, on Thursday, Sept. 20, 2007 at 10:30 am for the Mass of Christian Burial with Rev. William Hayward, MIC officiating. Entombment will follow in the Garden Crypts of Calvary Cemetery in Racine. Visitation will be in the funeral home, 4600 County Line Rd., on Wednesday from 4-8 pm and in the church on Thursday from 9:30-10:30 am. In memory of Amy, memorials to the Amy Tenuta Memorial Fund (c/o: AM Community Credit Union – 6715 Green Bay Rd. Kenosha) for the benefit of her precious children. Rob sincerely thanks all of the first responders, St. Catherine’s Medical Center, Froedtert Hospital and Flight-For-Life for their heroic efforts in trying to save Amy’s life.
Carrie Ploeckelman says
Rob, you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. You have my deepest sympathy. I will always be here if you need anything.
Love,
Carrie and Joel Michaels
David and Jennifer says
Rob,
Jennifer and I were deeply saddened to hear the news about Amy. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family.
Love,
David & Jennifer Casalena
Kate Davidson(JANECKY) says
To all of Amy’s family,
I would like to extend my deepest sympathies to you. Your family will be in my prayers. If you need anything please feel free to contact me at anytime.
Kris Cohen says
Amy was always optimistic and put others before herself. Her optimism and zest for life spread to everyone around her. She loved her kids so much and was so patient. Rob, Todd, Sandy, Chris, Dan, Grandma Wood, and family, you are in my thoughts and prayers. This is going to be tough for everyone. Amy strongly believed that she would get to see her mom again someday.
Karen Gordon says
My prayers are with you in your time of sorrow. May God hold you close and comfort you.
Monique Brown says
Rob, Gabriel, Olivia, and Simona, I would like to send my deepest sympathy to you,the kids,and your family. My heart and thought are with you all. If there is anything that I can do to help, please let me know.
Monique Brown and family
Mike & Chris Gustaveson says
Rob & Family, We were so sorry to hear of Amy’s sudden passing! Remember during this sorrowful time that God does not give us anything we can’t handle…it may be challenging, but just think of where she is & it should comfort you that you & your family WILL see her again. We will be thinking & praying for your family to get through this trying time.
Sincerest condolences,
Mike & Chris Gustaveson
Tony and Casie Arnone says
We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Tony and Casie Arnone
shawnya lamb says
I send my love to the family. Sorry for your lost. my prays are out to all of you
Agustin Santiago says
Rob, I can’t begin to tell you how sorry I am about Amy’s passing. We send our deepest sypathies and will keep you and your family in our prayers.
-Augie and Sara Santiago
emilie masters-eisenbart says
Rob, Gabe, Livy, and Simona, remember this is not goodbye. Just because we can’t see her anymore, doesn’t mean she isn’t with us. Amy will be with you wherever you go, especially when it comes to times like this.
Jessica Molinaro says
Dear Rob and Family,
I am so sorry to hear about Amy. My deepest sympathies go out to you during this difficult time. You are all in my thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Jessica Molinaro
Sharon Stein says
Dearest Rob & Family:
I was very saddened to learn of Amy’s untimely passing. There are no words that can convey my sympathy to you. I know that God will be there for all of you to help you through this. If you ever need anything, you know where to find me. God’s blessings to all of you.
John & JoAnn Principe says
Rob, Word can never express our thoughts at a time like this. May your most cherished memories bring healing peace to your families hearts. Your family will be in our thoughts and prayers.
Dmenico & Ersilia Casalena says
Caro Roberto,
we are so sorry about Amy’s passing. You ,your children and family are in our prayers
Lori Endter says
Rob, I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you, your children and family. Lori Endter
Lori A. Gibb says
Dear Rob and Family…So sorry for your loss. I send my deepest sympathy and will keep you in my prayers.
WALLY & JEANIE KUKAWSKI says
Rob, we are so sorry for your loss. Our hearts go out to you and your children.
victor moreno says
I am a teacher at Racine Horlick High School. I had Amy as a student in my homeroom for four years. I saw her grow from a young girl to a beautiful young lady. Later on, she came and asked me if she could observe my classes since she was studying to be a teacher. How nice it was to see her again. I remember her confiding in me some info regarding her personal life with her family. I would like to send my condolences to the family. She knew I lost my wife and daughter in 87. She was a great lady.
Nancy Jurkowski says
Nancy Jurkowski says
Rob I wish you the best in these hard times. I share my sympathies with you and your family. Nancy Jurkowski
Mary Spallato Knoll says
Rob – You and your children are in my prayers. My deepest sympathy for your loss.
Mary Spallato Knoll
Maureen (Greco) Arnold says
Rob, I was so sorry to hear of your loss. Please know that you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. God bless you all. Mo (Greco) Arnold and Family
Nancy Bundza, Prudential Premier says
Dear Rob and children, I was saddened to hear about your wife Amy. My thoughts and prayers are with you. May our Heavenly Father watch over you and comfort you and your family during this most difficult time.
Kris Ellsworth says
Rob, I recently heard of this horrible news and I am so very sorry. Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Amy, my deepest sympathies to you and your family. Love, Kris Ellsworth