BORN

1925

DIED

2017

FUNERAL HOME

The Elms Funeral Home - Elmwood Park

7600 West Grand Avenue

Elmwood Park, Illinois

Gabriella Onesti Obituary

Onesti, Gabriella (nee Gabellini) Born July 31, 1925, at peace April 22, 2017, age 91. Beloved wife of the late Albert J.; loving mother of Ron (Elena), Victoria and Richard (Kelly); cherished Nonna of Ethan, Sebastian, Giuliana, and Maximiliano; dearest sister of the late Liana (Mario) Borin, the late Manuela (the late Gaynor) Gibson; sister-in-law of Rosemary (the late Dean) Forcucci, the late Constance (the late George) Ferolo, the late Carmen (the late Frances) Onesti, the late Josephine (the late Edward) Louis and the late Joseph (the late Millie) Onesti; dear aunt to many nieces and nephews; loving in-law to the Chiesa and Hartman families. Gabriella was a Master Tailor-ette and card shark. Visitation Tuesday 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Prayers Wednesday 9:00 a.m. from The Elms Funeral Home, 7600 W. Grand Ave., (North on 76th Ave.) Elmwood Park to Church of the Holy Ghost for 10:30 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, Elwood, IL. For information 708-453-1234 or www.elmsfh.com.



Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 25, 2017.
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Ron and Rich my deepest sympathy on the death of your Mother
I am sorry I couldn't attend the wake .

Rich Romeo

April 26, 2017

Such wonderful memories of playing poker with Gabriella and her husband. RIP . See you in heaven for the next hand. Condolences to the family

Peggy Sternal

April 25, 2017

Dear Victoria, Ron, Rich and family,
My sincere condolences for the loss of your mother. She was truly a gem and one of the sweetest person I had the honor of knowing. I pray you find peace in knowing how proud she was of her family and rejoining her beloved husband. Your family is in my prayers. God bless.

Tom Sherman

April 25, 2017

Dearest Vickie,
May you find peace in your heart when you remember your beautiful mom. God bless you and your family during this difficult time. Love you friend ❤

Therese Zadnik-Klecker

April 25, 2017

We want to send our condolences to the family, especially Ron. I had the pleasure of meeting him after The Lennon Sisters show. We are the family that just lost our 95 year old Mom. What a special time when the Lennons sang "I Remember Momma" for their Mom, our Mom and for your Mom. So glad she was able to see them. They are such special people and special friends. May God give you all peace and beautiful memories of your Mom.
Jan, Marian and Carol Wingfield

Jan Wingfield

April 25, 2017

May the light of Christ lead Gabriella to everlasting life and continue to shine through her family and all who loved her.

Joyce Garro

April 25, 2017

Dear Ron, Vicky, Rich, and family,
My sincere condolences and sympathy at the loss of your beautiful mom, Gabriella. I will keep all of you in my prayers during this difficult time and sing some special song/prayers for your mamma. She will always be your angel, along with your dad, Albert, and will live forever in your hearts. con amore, Joyce

Joyce Garro

April 25, 2017

Ron,Rich & Vicky,and your family, I just wanted to express my deepest sympathy to at the loss of your mom.. I had the honor of knowing her for so many years ..She was an amazing person...My prayers are with all of you. Rest In Peace beloved Gabby.....

Rachel Nichols

April 25, 2017

Sending my Love And Condolences to the Onesti Family

Gerry Belpedio

April 25, 2017

Our deepest sympathies extended to the entire Onesti family at the loss of your matriarch. While we didn't have the pleasure of knowing her personally, her influences & values were shown brightly thru you all. For a soul to be so highly loved and respected is a true gift from God. May you find the strength to get thru life without her.

Mic & Carrie Cervenka

April 25, 2017

You're Mother was such a beautiful soul. She always had such a loving way about her. Prayers for comfort to your Family.
Love from Phyllis & Nick

April 25, 2017

Dear Ronnie,
May the memories of your mother, that you hold most dear, comfort you during these difficult times. God bless you and your family.

Valerie Ponczek

April 25, 2017

Dearest Ron,
We were just at The Arcada to see The Lennon Sisters and Gabriella was down front and you gallantly and lovingly introduced her....she had gone backstage to see the girls. Before the opening act, you mentioned your mother had been under the weather and came out special for this event.
Sad, but she didn't appear to be suffering that evening so I hope it was a peaceful passing. We noticed you sat next to her and I thought that was so nice of you.
I hope this note finds you celebrating a life well-lived.
Connie Deal

Connie Deal

April 25, 2017

jerry fay

April 25, 2017

Ron,to you and all the family,accept my condolences on your loss.

Peter Sipari

April 25, 2017

Ron,Vickie,Richie accept our deepest sympathy. Take comfort in knowing your mom was the most kind, loving, caring person to everyone she met. Always smiling. You and we all were truly blessed with such an angel in our lives. May she rest is peace now with your dad. We send you our Love and Hugs, Cousins Carol and Nicole

Carol & Nicole

April 25, 2017

You are all in my heart and on my mind. With love, Colleen

Colleen Shannon

April 25, 2017

Sorry for your loss may you draw comfort from Gods word at HOSEA 13:14 L Ohio

April 25, 2017

To the family of Gabriella Onesti.
May the God of all comfort strengthen you at this time.

April 25, 2017

Ron I want to extend my condolences to you and yours. For the lost of your mother . May she rest in peace, and may God bless you.

Emilio Scalzitti

April 24, 2017

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