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Gaeton Lauri Obituary

Lauri, Gaeton D. age 87 of Evanston. Husband of Jean Lauri nee Friedrich; father of Cristina Lauri; brother of Constance (the late Harry) Comberg. Visitation Friday 10:00 a.m. until time of Memorial Mass 11:00 a.m. at St. Athanasius Church, 1615 Lincoln St. Evanston. Interment private. Memorials may be made to Christopher House, 2507 N. Greenview Ave., Chicago, IL 60614 or Rutgers University Foundation, 7 College Ave., Winants Hall, New Brunswick, NJ 08901. Info (847) 675-1990 or www.donnellanfuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 1, 2011.

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Arline Datu

August 9, 2025

What a character Gaeton was! I'll always remember his story about swimming in the river (the Hudson?) with all the flotsam and jetsam floating alongside him. And at this time in particular, Jean, I'm thinking of you. Still treasure our friendship, our time together as new mothers. Hope you and Christina are doing very well!

Susan Campbell

January 30, 2025

Dear Jean,
Gaeton always had a smile on his face. I am glad to have known him....and you, too dear Jean. Hope you are well. Blessings, Susan Vanderbilt Campbell

Owen Wavrinek

January 30, 2021

Gaeton would have had a lot to say about this pandemic and the political craziness. At least he didn't have to endure these challenging times. Nevertheless we miss him.

Arline Datu

January 29, 2021

Here's to Gaeton Lauri, a forthright personality with a lively and curious mind. It was a privilege to know him.

May 18, 2011

Jean...we're doing a little memoriam piece on Gaeton in our
upcoming CATSCENE newsletter. He will definitely be missed
by all. Hope you're well.....John Wagner.

Melinny Weyland

February 13, 2011

To Jean and family:
No words can express the loss you feel right now and hope you find comfort in the support of your family and friends. I am so very sorry for the loss of your loved one.
Melinny Weyland (and Steve Zalutsky)

Ray and Grace Swiatek

February 8, 2011

Dear Jean and Christina,
May the wonderful memories of Geaton help you through these most difficult times.

Our prayers are with you.

Owen Wavrinek

February 7, 2011

Jean --

I have so many fond memories of Gaeton. As you know, he, John Ryan, and I spent many, many hours serving our Amoco Oil marketing clients. Despite the sometimes very challenging deadlines and expections (and last-minute changes), he always did whatever it took to get the job done. That's because he was a talented professional who earned the respect of those clients and his P&GA/Graphic Arts peers.

We talked a lot over those Amoco years, so I know how much you "girls" meant to him -- then and, I'm sure, during those last moments at his bedside.

He will be missed by all who knew him.

Walter Warzecka

February 5, 2011

I'm not sure I found out in time to make the guest book. Gaeton was a major Character in my life. As I was president of CATS for a number of years, he was a person with whom I could fall back. His sense of humor and his knowledge helped me hurdle our problems and future decisions. I would have liked to work with him in the business world. Gaeton will be missed.He left us too soon.

February 4, 2011

Jean and Christine,
My sincere condolences on the loss of dear Gaeton. I'm praying for that peace that our Heavenly Father only can give. And may all of those so special memories help to comfort you in the days ahead.
Susan Vanderbilt Campbell

Joni Tuke

February 3, 2011

Dearest Jean and Christina,
I am so very sorry to hear of your loss. Gaeton was always such a fighter I thought he'd win this one too. He was such a tough one always fought to the end. I will always remember our little squabbles on the courts he used to make me so mad but I loved him anyway. My love and prayers will always be with you.

Michelle Kistner

February 2, 2011

Hold your memories of him in your heart and he will always be with you...May you and your Mom find some peace in knowing this...

February 2, 2011

He was quite a character, and I feel lucky to have met him, even if only recently. I enjoyed our chats very much. He is at rest now, and I am sending my prayers up for you and Christina. Catherine Leonard

February 2, 2011

You and Cristina remain in our prayers.
Pat and Art Schmidt

Cara Thompson

February 2, 2011

I am so sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers.

Bev Pyster

February 2, 2011

Jean and Cristina,
Hap and I are always here for you. You are in our prayers.
Love, Bev

Susan Johnson

February 1, 2011

Jean and Cristina - I am so sorry for your loss. Gaeton is up in heaven playing tennis with D and arguing about where the ball falls. Am sure they have had several "time-outs" by now. You're both in my thoughts and prayers and hope you keep all those happy memories close to help you through the rough spots. I love you both. Suz

Irene Aronin

February 1, 2011

Jean - I'm sorry for your loss.

February 1, 2011

Jean,
We are thinking of you and Cristina at this very sad time.
Pattie,Jim and Annamae

Joan Duffy

January 31, 2011

Jean and Cristina,

I am thinking of you both and hope that your joyful memories of Gaeton will bring you peace.

January 31, 2011

Jean and Christina,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this sad time.
Jackie and Mike

Arline Datu

January 31, 2011

Dear Jean,
I'm so very sorry to hear of Gaeton's passing. He will be in my prayers, as will you and Christina. My love and blessings. --Arline

Nancy Costea

January 31, 2011

Jean,

You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Loretta Cox

January 31, 2011

Jean and Christina,
Our prayers are with you.

Maureen Ryan

January 31, 2011

Dear Jean,

On behalf of the Alumnae and Alumni of the Sacred Heart, I send our heartfelt sympathies on the passing of Gaeton.

May he rest in peace.

Respectfully,

Maureen E. Ryan
AASH Vice President 2009-2011

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