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Anthony Scalise Obituary

Scalise, Anthony S. January 3, 2011, age 83. U.S. Army Veteran. Devoted husband of Grace Scalise, nee Cannella. Loving father of Anthony J. (Patricia) Scalise, Joseph R. (Sandi) Scalise, Richard (Jean) Scalise, Roxanne Scalise, and Michelle (Curt) Stube. Cherished grandfather of 8 and great-grandfather of 3. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation on Wednesday 2:00 to 9:00 P.M. at the Petkus Lemont Funeral Home, 12401 S. Archer Ave jat Derby Rd.), Lemont. Relatives and friends will gather Thursday at St. Elizabeth Seton Church, 9300 W. 167th St., Orland Hills for Anthony's Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 A.M. Entombment Good Shepherd Cemetery, Orland Park, IL. 800-994-7600 or www.petkusfuneralhomes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 1, 2011.

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February 16, 2011

Dear Grace,

This is your neighbor Phyllis Zuro, I just heard today about Tony, I am so sorry to hear this, I always saw him walking around Eagle Ridge and he was always such a happy man and so devoted to you. My heart and prayers go out to you. I am there for you if you are in need!

Phyllis

Michele (Granato) Conroy

February 13, 2011

Dear Gracie and family. I just learned of Tony's passing and wanted to extend my deepest sympathy. I will keep all of you in my prayers.

Lori DiLella

February 4, 2011

Dear Auntie Grace and Fam. I am so sorry to hear about Uncle Tony but I bet my Papa was so excited to see him when he arrived. I will always pray for his soul and pray for strength for you and your family.

Michael & Paula DiLella

February 4, 2011

Dear Aunt Grace and Family, please accept our deepest sympathy. Uncle Tony will always be in our thoughts and prayers. We just enjoyed anytime that we were together we you both. You and your family will be in our prayers.

Ellement Family

February 4, 2011

Michelle and Curt
Please accept our deepest sympathies. We are sorry to hear about your Dad. He was a wonderful husband, dad and grandpa. I am sorry I could not make it to the wake and funeral. May his memory be eternal. Love, Pete, Karen, Nicole and Jenny

Robert Stephens

February 3, 2011

Dear Roxanne
I am sorry to hear about your Father passing.My prayers go out to you and your family.I only met your father one time.I could tell He was a Good guy from Bridgeport.

P.S… I was talking to an old friend of your Mother and Father.Lavern cortese She remembers The good times her and late husband fred had with your parents in there younger days.
she also sends her condolences.

Bobby Stephens

February 3, 2011

Dear Gracie & Family
I was sorry to hear today that Tony passed away. We will keep him as well as your family in our prayers.
Roz (Granato) & Dave Sheehan

Kathi Annoreno

February 2, 2011

Dear Auntie Gracie and Family. Jimmy and I are so so sorry. I will always have my Uncle Tony in my heart and in my prayers. I loved him so much.

Angie Scalise

February 2, 2011

Gracie and Family, my heart goes out to each one of you. I am so saddened. I still can't believe it. I couldn't have asked for a better brother n law and will always keep each one of you in my prayers as well as Tony's soul. I love you all so much.

Cheri & Roy Nania

February 2, 2011

Grace, you and Tony are two of the most wonderful people I've ever had the chance to meet. My inlaw's, Roy and Julia loved you both, and I enjoyed our visits, and your food. I will be thinking of you.

Elaine Cari

February 2, 2011

I was so sorry to hear that Tony has passed away. I will keep you all in my thoughts and prayers.

Janet & Ben Ferenzi

February 2, 2011

Ben and I are so sorry to hear that Tony has died. I will always remember how you and Tony kept in touch with my Mom and Dad. Please know that you are all in my thought and prayers.

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