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Donna Thompson Obituary

Thompson, Donna (nee Sarlo), loving mother of Shaun (Roseann), dearest daughter of Phyllis and the late Thomas R., dear sister of Graceann (Joe) Martin, Denise and the late Thomas J. "T.J." (Louise), beloved grandmother of Ava and Audrey, loving aunt of Nicole, Nina, Tina (Greg) Garland, Trina, Tommy, Tara and Sammy. Funeral Thursday, 9 a.m., from Salerno's Galewood Chapels, Ralph Massey Funeral Director, 1857 N. Harlem Ave., to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, Melrose Park. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. 773-889-1700.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jan. 29 to Jan. 30, 2008.

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JIMMY KILLEEN

February 11, 2008

Please accept my deepest sympathies.

Mike Sansone Jr.

February 8, 2008

My deepest sympathy to the entire Sarlo Family. My prayers are with you at this time of sorrow

Bobby Gannon

February 7, 2008

I'm sorry to hear of Donna's passing
I am an old friend from 50 years ago from melrose park.

Angelo Fraticola

January 31, 2008

Donna touched my heart and will be missed by all who knew her. I certainly lost the person I could talk to. The memories of laughter we shared will never be forgotten. God Bless Donna

Patti Zito

January 31, 2008

Dear Phil, GraceAnn and Denise: Although I haven't seen Donna in a long time I have many memories of growing up and playing with her as kids. Our families were neighbors but yet it is almost like we were related. The 23rd gang was just an extension of our families. I was shocked to her that she had passed and I am sorry I couldn't make the wake, but you are all in my thoughts and prayers. Always, Patti Zito

Germaine & Rich Guadagnoli-Stern

January 31, 2008

We are sorry to hear of Donna's passing, we both knew Donna, from childhood, in Melrose Park, can't beleive she is gone, she was a wonderful person with always a positive attitude, I know she will be missed.

Seymour & Rosemary Sapoznik

January 30, 2008

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. The thoughts of many are with you at this time of sorrow.

January 30, 2008

Donna,

We will miss your fun-loving spirit. You were always there for us, to lend a hand, share a joke, or just listen to whatever we had to say. Without a doubt you have left an impact on everyone, employees and customers, with your caring and kindness. It has truly been an honor to know someone like you. We miss you.

With love,
Your family at Dominick's #3002

rose marie zuccaro

January 30, 2008

Please accept our deepest sympathy on the death of your sister and aunt.We are sorry we are unable to attend.We will have her in our prayers. Sincerely the Zuccaro Family

Ron Napier

January 30, 2008

To the family: I'm very sad to hear of Donna's passing. I'm so sorry for your loss. Many of us went to high school together, and partied through the 60s and 70s. She was an angel, and a good friend.

Oliver Lisauskas

January 30, 2008

My very deepest sympathy to the entire Sarlo family.
- Ollie Lisauskas

Ivan Fernandez

January 30, 2008

To Nana, her beautiful daughters, their loving families, & especially to my brother, Shaun and his girls-
As we have shared many times, Donna ("Ma") dedicated her entire life to her beloved son. She made every sacrifice to ensure that Shaun never needed anything. I know because I witnessed it my entire life. Her love was unselfish and limitless. With God's grace, her memory, along with her beautiful smile, will forever live in our hearts.
To Ma, Thank you for everything. I promise, I will always be there for Shaun. May you rest in peace.
Love, Ivan

Ruth Migliori

January 30, 2008

To Shaun, Ava and Audrey

I didn't know Donna real well, but The time I would see her at Dominicks, and By your Mother-in-law's house, I had a deep foundness for her. She was so sweet, and warm, and she had a place in my heart. I know this is a great loss to you, I am praying for you, that God will comfort you, the girls, and your grandmother.

Love to you all,
Ruth Migliori

JoAnn Saraceno

January 29, 2008

Shawn,Phil,Denise,Grace & Michele,
I am so sorry for your lost my prays are with you all. I was one of the lucky ones to have Donna come into my life she was a beautiful fun loving and the sweetest person I ever met I will miss her very much. She was one in a million. I know she left an empty hole in the hearts of many and my heart goes out to you all.

BONNIE SITTNER

January 29, 2008

TO THE FAMILY OF DONNA SARLO---I WAS SO SADDENED TODAY TO HEAR OF DONNA'S PASSING---WHAT A COURAGEOUS LADY SHE WAS---I'VE KNOWN HER SINCE GRADE SCHOOL---WENT TO HIGH SCHOOL WITH HER---SHE WAS THE CENTER OF ATTENTION WHEREVER SHE WENT--HER LAUGHTER COULD BE HEARD BY ALL THOSE AROUND HER-----EVEN THOUGH I HAVEN'T SEEN HER IN YEARS---SHE STILL HOLDS A SPECIAL PLACE IN MY HEART OF MEMORIES. MY HUSBAND, TOM SITTNER, WAS "1ST COMMUNION PARTNERS" WITH DONNA---HE SAID SHE WAS HIS FIRST LOVE---EVEN AT THAT YOUNG AGE--MAY GOD GIVE HER FAMILY STRENGTH TO GET THRU THIS DIFFICULT TIME---SINCEREST SYMPATHY TO EVERYONE--OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU-LOVE, BONNIE & TOM SITTNER--

Andrea Martin

January 29, 2008

I am sorry for your loss for Donna. Donna is going to be missed alot. Donna was the nicest frined to me and my family.
She will be in my parys.

Love Andrea Martin

Marilyn Sarlo

January 29, 2008

Dear Auntie Phil & Family:
When I came upstairs from bringing a bite to eat with my mom at Westlake, it was so sad to learn of Donna's passing. She was the nicest, most fun of all the Sarlo's. I always felt the closest to her of all of them. We had many good times and great chats. I will miss her always. She always made me feel at home as have you. Her loss, in particular, has been echoing throughout our family and will be sorely missed. Love her and you. Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad, sad time. Love always, Mary, Marilyn & Joey Sarlo

Jimmy Ariola

January 29, 2008

Dear Shawn, Phil, Denise and Grace Ann, I am so very sorry for your loss. All of you know what Donna Girl meant to me. I wish I was there with you but know that my thoughts and prayers are. I promise I will see you as soon as I get home. Again my deepest deepest sympathy. Love and I will always be Jimmy the Brat.

Michele DeSantis

January 29, 2008

No one will ever know what Donna meant to me.She was more than a cousin,more like a sister but always a best friend.She was my link to a beautiful,loving family that I cherish.....the world will be a lot less besutiful without her in it......I love you Cugie...the beauty....

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