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Carole Salberg Obituary

Salberg, Carole (nee Koch), age 60, a former resident of Cicero, passed away after a long illness on Saturday, July 9, 2005, at Lexington Nursing Home in Elmhurst. She is the cherished mother of Terry (Tom) Rocco, Cindy (Vic) DiMaso, Bonnie (Steve) Caruso, Connie (John) O'Brien, Sherry, and Steven, sister of Jimmy (Colleen) Koch, Penny (Barry) Johnson, and Pat (Bob) Lee, beloved grandmother of Dominic, Skye, Shanna, TJ, Lauren, Jessica, Jamie, Eric, Alex, Victor, and Rachel, loving aunt, great aunt, and friend to many. She will be missed dearly by all that knew her. Visitation Wednesday, July 13th, from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Lying in state Thursday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service, 11:00 a.m., at St. John Lutheran Church, 47th & Brainard Ave., LaGrange, IL. Interment private. For information, please call 708-352-6500

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 12, 2005.

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CONNIE OBRIEN

July 5, 2020

Hi Mom,
Its been awhile since I wrote to you on here, but not a single day goes by that I don't think about you. A lot has changed in this world. I do not even know what to say about it, except that you would be sad. We are at war, not just boots on the ground but all around us. Good verses Evil. I pray every day for people to find God, peace, and love so that we can all live together in harmony.
Some family news catch up: You are a Grandmother to 12, and a Great Grandmother to 4 !!! I wish you were here to see them. There are no words to describe being a Grandmother. I LOVE it, as do Terry and Cindy!!! We can only hope to be half as good as you and Grandma Vi. But it comforts me to know you 2 are together. Please whisper Sherrys name in Gods ears, she could use his healing hands right now.

I cant believe it is going to be 15 years since you were called home. I wish everyday that I could still talk to you. I MISS you and LOVE you. Til we meet again........

Connie

April 29, 2007

Hey Mom,
Whats up? Same here except I still miss you. I find myself talking to you often wishing you were still here. They say it gets easier but I think it depends on the time. There are some things that just kill me that you're not here for. Sue married Skip yesterday, it was very nice, I am so happy for them that they found each other. Natalie is getting married too and you know that just had me thinking about our own kids. Jamie went to Prom and did she look perfect. It is finally getting a little warmer out I cooked some burgers on the grill for lunch. Well I will TTYL. I miss you and think of you all the time.
Love ya.

Connie

August 6, 2006

Happy Birthday MOM!!!! I was in Kansas for a wedding and guess what I saw? A Thomas Kincaide store, boy oh boy did I think of you. I know I could have gotten you the best present from there. I miss you more than words can say, I thought time was supposed to heal, it seems to me that it is getting harder and sadder not easier. I was at the wedding and alls I could think about was you're not going to be there for Skye's and Lauren's. It's so overwhelming. I am trying to focus on the good times we did have, and I know thats what I am supposed to be doing, but alot of the time I just can't. This should have been a good day for me I am sure you, Grandma Vi and Sally had one hell of a party and I will try to celebrate the life you had and the memories we shared, so on that note I will say good night, happy birthday and I love and miss you!!!!

Connie OBrien

July 9, 2006

Hey you, I can hardly believe that a year has passed since you left us. I MISS YOU SOOOOOOO much. We spent the day by Stevens going thru your stuff, and I was thinking I'd give anything to just have another day with you, even an hour. I still pick up the phone to call you, and I get broken hearted all over again. I know you are in a much better place and I'm just being selfish, and I am so thankful for all my sisters and Steven. THANK YOU!!!! And thanks for sending Steven Gina, I know you had something to do with that, you would love her she is so much like you, I can already see how much she loves him, and really cares for him. OK I have to go now or else I'll be balling. I LOVE ya Ma

Connie

Connie OBrien

June 12, 2006

In tears we saw you sinking

And watched you pass away.

Our hearts were almost broken

We wanted you to stay.

But when we saw you sleeping

So peaceful, free from pain,

How could we wish you back with us

To suffer that again.

It broke our hearts to lose you

But you did not go alone

For part of us went with you

The day God took you home.

If roses grow in heaven

Lord, please pick a bunch for me

Place them in my mother’s arms

And tell her they’re from me.

Tell her I love her I love and miss her

And when she turns to smile

Place a kiss upon her cheek

And hold her for awhile.

Because remembering her is easy

I do it everyday

But there’s an ache within my heart

That will never go away.

Don’t think of her as gone away

Her journeys just begun

Life holds so many facets

This earth is only one.

Just think of her as resting

From the sorrows and the tears

In a place of warmth and comfort

Where there are no days or years.

Think how she must be wishing

That we could know, today

Now nothing but our sadness

Can really pass away.

And think of her as living

In the hearts of those she touched

For nothing loved is ever lost

And she is so very much.

Mom words could never express how much I miss ya and love ya

Connie

June 3, 2006

Hey mom, today Jess graduated High school. I can hardly beleive it. Where does the time go? I tried calling you again the other day, I thought this was supposed to get easier. I really could use to talk to you. I do feel like I have grown closer to my sisters and Steven, but no one can fill your shoes, I miss being able to talk to you about everything!!!! I love ya and MISS ya

Connie OBrien

May 11, 2006

Hey Mom it's Mother's Day this weekend and I sure wish you were still with us. I'm going to the Cubs game to get your Precious Moments figurine, and you'll be with me in spirit. Thanks for being the GREATEST Mom Ever, I miss our talks, but I know you can still hear me whining down here, I just hope I can be half as good a mom as you were. I realize more every day of the difficulties of being parents. And boy oh boy the respect I have for you....

Anyway I just wanted to wish you a happy day and let you know I love ya

Connie

Connie

March 3, 2006

Hey Mom,

I just wanted to say hey and touch base. I still think of you every day, and what Ter said I have to say I second it in everyway!!! You touched MANY lives and will for a long long time. I miss you bad, and wish I just had one more day with you. I keep picking up the phone to call and then I remember all over again. No one can ever take your place. I love you and miss you.

Terry Rocco

August 24, 2005

Mom,

Been thinking of you a lot today, I know you will never read this, but others will,and know how much you loved, and were loved in return. I know you never felt that you had "done anything" with your life..I am here to tell you that you most certainly did! Just think..without you, I wouldn't be here..and that goes for all 6 of us..look at the circle of Love and Family you created..Because of you alone 17 people exist, and have the opportunity to perhaps do GREAT things! All of our friends loved you, and were made to feel welcome. You passed on your strengths, and your weaknesses have become our strengths, you have 5 strong, independent daughters who never had to wait for a "ride to the grocery store" and a son who will be a wonderful husband one day. You created a large, close,loud, loving family and that's no small thing. I only hope I can do as well. I Love you dearly and will miss you forever..It eases my mind to know you are at peace. (say Hi to Gram for me, Aren't you glad we got her!)

Connie OBrien

August 7, 2005

Hey just thought I'd say Happy Birthday!!!! (and yes I know it was yesterday)I'm missing you bad this weekend. I know I'm supposed to be feeling better, but I can't shake the overwhelming sadness. I did spend your day with Bon and Ter at the museum seeing the Body Worlds display which I know you would have loved to see. It was amazing, the things they can do today. Anyway I Love You and miss you.

Con

Salberg Family

July 14, 2005

We wish to thank everyone for attending the wake and service, for the MANY beautiful flowers and baskets that were sent, and for all the thoughts and prayers. We knew our Mom was a special person we just didn't realize how many lives she touched. She will be forever remembered and will always live on because we each have a piece of her in us. Thank you for sharing your memories with us.

Gayle & Paul Browning

July 12, 2005

Dearest Sherry,David,Eric,Victor& Rachel & Family,

Even though we are miles away, our thoughts and prayers are with you and your entire family. Your Mom was quite a lady and certainly deserves to be in peace with our Lord without all the suffering that she had to endure on this earth. Some day we will all be with her in Heaven and have the opportunity to experience the "bliss" that she feels now. Please accept our most sincere condolences in your loss. You are in our prayers. Please know that. We wish we could be there in person but we are in spirit. We love you with all of our hearts. Take good care of yourselves. If you need anything at all,please do not hesitate to call us. Our number is (920)439-1704. Again, we love you!



Peace, Love & Prayers,

Gayle & Paul

Scott & Lisa Frey & Teresa Sarno & Rino LaPaglia

July 12, 2005

Steve and Family:



Our prayers and thoughts are with you and

your family at this time of loss.



Love Always:

Scott, Lisa, Terri & Rino

The Anderson's

July 12, 2005

Steve and Family:

Our love, Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your Family on these days ahead.

Lisa Maritato

July 11, 2005

Dear Ma,

I was sad to hear of your passing but I do know that you are at peace. I want to thank you for always including me in with the girls and the family and always being there for me. I will always think of you and remember you forever.



Love Always Lisa & Family

Connie O'Brien

July 11, 2005

Mom,

Thank you for being not only the best mom, but a best friend as well. I'll be thinking of you everyday, and I'll miss you forever.

I love you,

Con

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