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Elio Papucci Obituary

Papucci, Elio 90 years, July 3, 2012. Vet Army WWII, Purple Heart recipient. Beloved husband of the late Valentine "Val" (nee Anselmini); Loving father of Victoria (Daniel) Kanara, Mary Jo (Mike) Nicosia, Ernie (Karen) and Christina (Rick) Thomason; Dear Nonno of Jeff, Nick, Mark, Matt, Erik and Lauren; Great-grandpa of Jackson; Fond brother of Nella Parenti, Josephine Fanucchi and the late Sam. Funeral Saturday, 9:15 am from Ewald-Barlock Funeral Home, 2501 N. Southport Av. to St. Bonaventure Church for mass at 10am. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Kindly make donations to Catholic Charities 721 N. LaSalle St., Chicago, IL 60610. Visitation from 3-9pm on Friday. Funeral info: 773-549-0098 or www.ewaldbarlockfuneralhome.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jul. 4, 2012.

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Victoria Kanara

July 2, 2025

Oh Dad it's that time again. It's flying by faster than ever. Sure do miss you and I know you watch over us and keep us safe. Thank you and wish you knew how much you meant to us. Best Hugs were your signature. Till we see you again. Glad you were such a big part of our lives. Miss you. I know you are glad to be with Ma! Love Victoria and Dan of course all of us!

Christina Thomason

June 28, 2025

Dad, Almost another year ... Still feels like a second ago, then a million. Feel You and Mama around Me everyday. Until We Meet Again. Love You Christina and Rick =)

Victoria A Kanara

June 28, 2024

Dad, it's getting to be that time again when it only seems like yesterday. I miss you very much still. Hoping you keep your guiding presence in our life. Your smile and laughter is sure needed these days. Till we are all together again. Love and you still gave the very best HUGS. Miss you so. Love, Victoria

Christina Thomason

June 28, 2024

Dad, Each year getting closer to seeing You and Mama in person. Hear your words of encouragement when I need them, Daily! Love and Miss You Both, Until I am called home (Altgeld st. =) ) to be with Him!

Christina Thomason

June 28, 2023

Dad,
Time Sure Flies, You used to say blink your eyes you are 50, 60, 70, 80! But every time I close my eyes I see You & Ma Together Happy that makes time go slow and fast at tge same time! We Love and Miss You & Ma More Than Words Can Describe. I Feel You Both Hugging Me Just When I Need You ... Everyday! Love You Christina

Victoria A Kanara

June 28, 2023

Well Dad it is approaching July when I feel how much we are missing you. Knowing you are with Ma helps us, but we still miss you so very much. Best hugs from you are missed by ALL. Love from all of us. Love, Vicki

Victoria Kanara

June 28, 2022

This July is 10years you are not with us, and it is hard to believe. We miss you very much, and know you are with us (and Ma too). Love from all of us. Vicki

Victoria Kanara

June 28, 2021

Dad when July approaches, I think how could it be you are not here. But then a cardinal shows up in the back yard, and I remember you are always with us. Miss you Dad.

Victoria Kanara

June 29, 2020

Dad, your presence always felt. Knowing you are near sure helps us all get through Life. Missing you and Ma never goes away. Your hugs surely embraced all of us. Love you Dad

Christina Thomason

June 28, 2020

Dad,
Wow coming up on 8yrs without you. Feels like a second ago and then a million yrs! I feel You and Mama around me daily. Your Love has kept me going. Miss too many things to mention. Can't wait to see, touch and hear both of you again when I am called Home too.

Victoria Kanara

June 28, 2019

Entering into July always is rough Dad. Knowing it is 7 years ago, I can hardly understand. We miss you today as much as we did then. Love you Dan.

Victoria Kanara

August 25, 2012

Now that it is nearing 2 months, we still can't believe you are not here. We miss you Dad!

lynn thomason

July 7, 2012

my condolences. he was a wonderful man with a great sense of humor. he dearly loved his family and friends. he will be with us always. god bless.

July 7, 2012

Pappuci family, Deepest sympathies. I always remember how much I could tell your parents were in love
Larry Amidei Jr.

July 5, 2012

Mary Jo, you and your family have my deepest Sympathy. I will remember all in my prayers
Betty Dawson

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