BORN

1945

DIED

2019

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Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

Dennis Parello Obituary

Parello, Sr., Dennis John Formerly of Chicago, Illinois, passed away onTuesday March 12, 2019, at his home, surrounded by his wife, Katherine, of 33 years, and his loving companions, Wiley Jean, who never left his side in his final weeks, and Toby, who is confused. Dennis served in the U.S. Army and then on the Chicago Police Department, retiring after 39 years. He then became Director of Security for McCormick Center Hotel, the Inn of Chicago, Marshall Field Garden Apartment Homes, and finally, Brach's Candy, of which he oversaw the final closing of the Chicago operations. Dennis is survived by his wife, Katherine; daughter, Tina Ajazi; and grandson, Bob Duff. He was preceded in death by his father, Benjamin; mother, Bessie; brother, Ronnie; sister-in-law Connie; and his son, Dennis, Jr. A Celebration of Dennis' life will be held onTuesday, March 19, 2019, at 10:00 a.m. at St. Michael Catholic Church, 573 Cypress Ave., Garden City, SC 29576. To view these details online or to offer words of comfort through the online guestbook, kindly visit, www.burroughsfh.com. Burroughs Funeral Home and Cremation Services of Murrells Inlet, SC(843.651.1440) is honored to be assisting the family.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 17, 2019.
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My deepest condolences to his family.

Stephanie Tomic

March 22, 2019

My sincere condolences to your family for the loss of your love one. May the God of comfort be with you during this sad occasion and may his loving words at John 6:40 console your heart.

Z L

March 21, 2019

Please accept my Sympathy and condolences on the loss of Dennis. I was his Brother Ronnie's partner and I still remember Dennis giving me comfort even though his loss was greater than mine. May his Soul and all the Souls of the faithful departed Rest In Peace. Amen.

Robert FUGGITI

March 18, 2019

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Dennis will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 24 MAR, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

March 17, 2019

Dear Katherine, Wiley Jean, and Toby please accept our heartfelt condolences for your loss. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Matthew 5:4

FDR

March 17, 2019

Deepest sympathy and condolences to the family and friends on the loss of your love one, Mr. Patella. May loving memories, love from family and friends surround and sustain you during this sorrowful time. I emphasize with your grief and pain, grief is something we all share. Our Heavenly Father shares your grief and pain, he loves and cares for you. HIS words will give you peace, comfort and strength to endure this very difficult time.
Isa. 66:12,13

I M

March 17, 2019

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