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Diane Cicora Obituary

Cicora, Diane

Diane Cicora (nee Radek), age 81. Beloved and devoted wife of Bernard for 58 years. Loving mother of Sheryl (Rey) Zedler, Kristin (Tom) Lorenz, and Melissa (Irene Houlihan). Cherished grandmother of Tyler Lorenz, Alexandra Zedler, Erik Zedler, Tanner Lorenz, Reed Zedler and Mardi Lorenz. Dear sister of Bernadette (the late Harvey) Arnott and Rick (Artika) Radek. Kind sister-in-law of Diane (the late Bob). Fond cousin and aunt to many nieces and nephews. Diane was preceded in death by her parents John and Rose Radek. Diane was the first in her family to attend college. After her time at Marquette University, Diane married Bernie and together they raised their three daughters. Once all her girls were in school, Diane's interest in art led her back to college earning a degree in Interior Design. She enjoyed her work and made many close friendships with clients as she designed their dream homes. After many successful years, Diane took her creativity and talent to canvas enjoying her time as an artist. Diane had flair! Visitation for Diane will be Tuesday, September 6th from 4pm â€" 8pm at Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home located at 17W201 Roosevelt Road (one block West of Rt. 83) Oakbrook Terrace. Funeral Services will be held Wednesday, September 7th, 9am prayers from the funeral home, to St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church 10am Mass, Hinsdale. Interment Bronswood Cemetery. For further information please call (630) 941-5860.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 5, 2022.

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Carrie Flaherty

September 6, 2022

The Cicero Clan is a very special group of people. I have always felt like part of the family in your presence. You radiate such a warmth and just envelop people into your world. I believe that was a special gift Aunt Diane and Uncle Bernie passed off to all of their children. Your house was always full of boisterous laughter and wonderful storytelling-another gift Aunt Diane possessed-she LOVED to tell stories-especially about her girls, son-in-laws and grandchildren. She was so proud of all of you and loved being a mom and Grandma. I know you are all supporting each other and finding comfort in stories about Diane-her stories always ended with a hearty, genuine laugh. Laugh a lot the next few days-and cry when you need to-both are equally as healing. I wish I could be there-but I hope you feel the love I am sending-and lots and lots of hugs. xoxoxoxo

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4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home & Cemetery - Oak Brook Terrace

17w201 Roosevelt Road, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181

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9:00 a.m.

Chapel Hill Gardens West Funeral Home & Cemetery - Oak Brook Terrace

17w201 Roosevelt Road, Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181

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10:00 a.m.

St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church

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