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Charlene DeSanto Obituary

DeSanto, Charlene A. Precious and beloved daughter of Charlotte (nee Crivilare) and the late Carmen "Babe"; loving sister of Carolyn (Tom) DiFiglio, Cheryl (Tony) DiVittorio and Christine DeSanto; dear aunt of Amanda, Michael, Joey, Anthony, Angela, Matthew, Christian, Alec and Carmen; fond niece, cousin and friend of many. Funeral Monday 9:15 a.m. from the DALCAMO FUNERAL HOME, 470 W. 26th St. to All Saints-St. Anthony Church for Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. Visitation Sunday, 2:00 to 9:00 p.m. 312-842-8681

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 11, 2015.

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John Thompson

December 31, 2015

My condolences to the DeSanto family. Char was a sweet friend for many years. She visited me in Las Vegas, and I visited her in LA. She wont be forgotten. Prayers go out to you.

Charlene DeSanto

John Thompson

December 31, 2015

Charlene DeSanto

John Thompson

December 31, 2015

Charlene DeSanto

John Thompson

December 31, 2015

Charlene DeSanto

John Thompson

December 31, 2015

Charlene DeSanto

John Thompson

December 31, 2015

These orchids represent Charlene's beauty

Fran Scalise

December 17, 2015

Anthony Imparato

December 17, 2015

Charlotte, we are so sad to hear, your beautiful daughter, Charlene, has passed away. Our prayers are with you, Charlotte and your family,
Love, Anthony and Rosalee Imparato

December 17, 2015

Fran Scalise

December 17, 2015

Carolyn and Family: powerful prayers and memories are 2 things that will get you through this time. My prayers are with you.

December 14, 2015

We are sadden to hear the news of Charlene. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jane and Joan (Yoan)

December 14, 2015

We are sadden to hear the loss of Charlene. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this difficult time.
Sincerely,
Jane and Joan (Yoan)

Frank Vivirito

December 13, 2015

My prayers are with Charlene and the DeSanto family at this time.

Phil Levato

December 13, 2015

May your memories somehow give you all comfort in this most difficult time. Charlene is being held and comforted by her father for sure.
My sincere condolences for the entire family.
Phil Levato

Frank Vivirito

December 13, 2015

My thoughts and prayers are with Charlene and the Desanto family at this time.

Jaimie Iosello Georgis

December 13, 2015

My faithful thoughts are with you all -- in your yesterdays, today and all of your tomorrows.
With Love,
Jaimie Iosello Georgis

December 13, 2015

To the Desanto Family,we are so sorry for your loss,remembering Charlene when she was just a little girl,such a cutie and grew up to be a real Beauty,she will truly be missed by many,Hope you can find some comfort in knowing she is back in her Dad's arms! Deepest Sympathy John & Doreen (Gioia) Chiarelli

Cara & Anthony Spalla

December 13, 2015

Dear Cheryl and family, Anthony and I send our deepest sympathy... God needed her, and I know that in time, happy memories will heal your sadness and feeling her love around you will heal your heartache. With love,

pat and bob difiglio

December 13, 2015

our heartfelt sympathy for the loss of your daughter,sister,and aunt,

prayers for your family

Kathy Pappas

December 12, 2015

Carolyn, May memories of your sister bring comfort to you and your family. Know that you and your family will be in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Mary and Dan Starbeck

December 12, 2015

Deeply sorry for your loss. Prayers to your entire family

LAURA LIGUE

December 12, 2015

AUNT CHARLOTTE AND GIRLS.... CHARLENE WAS A VERY UNIQUE PERSON...ALWAYS REMEMBER THE GOOD TIMES YOU HAD WITH HER.....LOVE YOU GUYS.... R.I.P CHARLENE DeSANTO

December 12, 2015

AUNT CHARLOTTE AND GIRLS...NO WORDS CAN EXPRESS THE SORROW I FEEL FOR YOU. CHARLENE IS WITH HER DAD KNOW AND WILL PROTECT HER...CHARLENE YOU WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN...R.I.P. CHARLENE...

LAURA LIGUE

December 12, 2015

AUNT CHARLOTTE AND GIRLS...I CANNOT EXPRESS THE SORROW I FEEL FOR YOU ALL...CHARLENE, MAY THE JOURNEY HOME BE SAFE....YOU ARE WITH DAD NOW....HE WILL ALWAYS WATCH OVER YOU....YOU ARE GONE BUT WILL NEVER BE FORGOTTEN....REST WELL COUSIN

Kelly Iosello

December 12, 2015

Charlene led with her heart. She added to this world. What a wonderful life's purpose, lived most authentically, generously and lovingly -

Char, Carolyn, Cheryl and Chris,

May your faith be greater than your deeply felt loss, as it underscores the indescribable Gain forever felt by your precious daughter and sister.

Love - Kel

Donna Anello-Surma

December 12, 2015

Rest in peace Charlene! You will never be forgotten ! Give your dad a kiss for me ! Enjoy your time together , until we all meet again !

Stacy Bandemer

December 12, 2015

May ur light shine forever,to show the world u were so clever,u will always be in my heart n mind,cause a friend like u is hard to find!smoochess beautifultil we meet again

December 11, 2015

Sending my condolences to the family. May God give you strength and peace during this difficult time. (Psalm 29:11)

Ed Finley

December 11, 2015

So sorry way to Young May she Rip

Ginger Passarelli

December 11, 2015

De Santo family,
I am very sorry for your loss. My family & I have very fond memories of Charlene. She was so sweet & thoughtful. She will be dearly missed. My heart is broken. My prayers to you at this difficult time. God Bless Sweet Char.

Candace King

December 11, 2015

Carolyn and family, we are all so very sorry to learn of your loss. We will be thinking of your family as you go through this very difficult time.

Candace King and all your friends at the DuPage Federation

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