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Demetrio Bellan Obituary

Bellan Jr., Demetrio age 68, Marine Veteran of peace time, beloved husband of Gloria (nee Paliwoda), loving father of Denise (Timothy) Weszelits and Jacqueline Bellan, cherished grandfather of Alana and Joseph Weszelits, dearest son of Marion Bellan, fond brother of Elvira, Reno (Diane) and Gene (Lori) Bellan, brother-in-law of Ronald (Carol) Paliwoda, also survived by nieces and nephews. He was a wonderful man who truly loved life and always seemed to touch the hearts of everyone he knew. His simple style and generous ways should be an inspiration to us all. Funeral Tuesday, 9:45 a.m., from Ridge Funeral Home, 6620 W. Archer Ave. (corner of Natoma), to St. Symphorosa Church, Mass 10:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Heart Association, 208 S. LaSalle Street, Suite 900, Chicago, IL 60604-1197. Visitation Monday, 2 to 9 p.m. 773-586-7900.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 23, 2006.

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LeeAnn Zgobica (Schultz)

November 1, 2006

Bellan Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I grew up down the block and I remember your DAD... Mr Bellan well. He was a fun loving and great man!!!!!!!!!! I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers as i have a special angel with Jesus too
God bless you all.

Andria Bakanas/Mickenbecker

October 26, 2006

Denise and Jackie,

I was sorry to hear about your dad's illness and death. I worked with him at QOP and he was always there to tell me stories and help out. He was very proud of you two and loved his grandkids.

Denise Dobbyn Walsh

October 25, 2006

Denise,
I am so sorry for the loss of your Father. My thoughts and prayers are with you, Jackie and your Mom.

Mary (Schramm) Shilney

October 24, 2006

As a St. Anthony dePadua classmate of Demetrio, I remember him as a fun-loving kid, a nice kid. He and his family will be remembered in my prayers.

October 23, 2006

Our deepest sympathies go to the family. Demetrio was a fun loving, hardworking man who will be missed by all who knew him. Rose and Donn DeSanto

T C

October 23, 2006

Jackie,Denise and Gloria,
Im sorry for your loss and hope your time of bereavement is swift... My family also sends their condolences..
Tommy Czuprynski

Aleta Harris

October 23, 2006

Jackie,
I am sure that words cannot convey how I feel for your lost. My prayer is that you know that your dad is in a better place and is now watching over you as you continue to develope into a beautiful and loving woman.

Vicki Sears

October 23, 2006

Denise and Jackie, We are so very sorry for your loss. Your dad was such a wonderful person, and we will all miss him very much. It was always such a joy to visit Stephen's parents and see your dad out and about next door. He always had such a smile on his face, and always took the time to stop and say hi. The kids all loved "Mr. B" too. He will certainly be missed by all that knew him. Take care, and know that we are here if you need anything. Love, Stephen and Vicki Sears.

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