Joseph Aguanno,

Joseph Aguanno, age 93, of Madison, passed away on Sunday, Sept. 5, 2010. He was born on June 23, 1917, the 4th of 6 children to Rosario and Vita (Costa) Aguanno. Joseph was born and raised in New York City to parents who immigrated in 1913 from Sicily. In 1942, he enlisted in the United States Air Force, proudly serving as a Sergeant in Italy during World War II. While stationed at Turax Field in Madison, Joseph met Grace Atkins. They were united in marriage on July, 1, 1946. Together they started their married lives in New York City. As a young accomplished trumpet player in the 50s and 60s, Joe played with many signature musicians and entertainers. His career began with Bunny Berigan Band , then eventually was the band leader for the Copa Cabana Club in New York City. There they played with Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Louis Armstrong, Dean Martin and Tony Bennett, just to name a few. Joseph and Grace returned to Madison, to raise their son in 1964. He continued to follow his love for music and played at many local events in Madison. He is survived by his son, Joseph Jody Aguanno of Chicago, Ill; sister Domenica Sommo of Brooklyn, NY; and further survived by many special nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents; wife, Grace on June 27, 2010; sisters, Ann and Mary, brothers, Dan and Tony. Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME , 5203 Monona Dr., from 5 pm until 7pm on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010. A private burial service will be held at Spring Prairie Hauge Cemetery. Memorials may be made in Josephs name to the Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisc., 2802 Dairy Dr., Madison, WI 53718. Memorials: Memorials may be made in Josephs name to the Second Harvest Foodbank of Southern Wisc., 2802 Dairy Dr., Madison, WI 53718. Cemetery: A private burial service will be held at Spring Prairie Hauge Cemetery. Visitation: Visitation will be held at GUNDERSON EAST FUNERAL HOME , 5203 Monona Dr., from 5 pm until 7pm on Wednesday, Sept. 8, 2010.