Gianna Esposito Obituary

She was a wonderful young lady she is always remembered by her aunt and uncle bob and lynda esposito

A year has almost passed and still Gianna is thought of often. My heart goes out to the Espositos who continue to amaze those around them with their strength through this painful situation. I wish I could take away some of their pain.

God bless you Angel... as you spread your new wings and look after your Family (Kurt loves you, and you will be in his heart forever.) I hear a bell that says, "An Angel Gianna got her wings!!!!" Peace Love and Serenity

We shall always remember Gianna. We give her thanks for the lives she touched. The Earth lost a flower, the heavens gained a sparkling star.

Gianna, Look after your uncle and my friend Kurt,Reassure him that you are ok,Also to the family,Listen with your heart and i swear you will hear her,all you have to do is know she is in Gods hands now and there is no better place than that.

TO THE STARS, THROUGH THE HEAVENS GALEXY OF CELESTIAL GIFTS ,THE STAR AND ANGEL MAKERS, THE RAINBOW OF LIFE TURNED TO INFINIT ETERNINETY, TO GLOW AND BURST SHOOT THROUGH GODS KINGDOM OF DELIGHTFULL DESSERTS FOR GIANNA YOU WILL SHINE ......EVEN THOUGH I DONT KNOW YOU ..I KNOW YOU ARE- WERE MY MOTHER IS .. WHIRLING, LIKE THE "A" LIST OF HEVENS WOUNDEROUS WOVEN SPECTACTULAR HONOR OF ANGELS...FOR EVER YOU WILL SHINE LIKE THE NORTHERN STAR !!

Although I didn't know her I know her Uncle Kurt and since he is such a wonderful man I am sure Gianna was equally as wonderful. My thoughts and prayers are with her family at this sad event. I hope and pray she is at peace and knows how loved and missed she is. Keep her memory alive and hold a good thought for her every day.

Gene, Vicki and Family I wish to express my deepest sympathy and heart felt condolences for the loss of your daughter.

My sincerest and deepest condolensces to the Esposito family. Once again, we are reminded of how truly short and valuable life is, and how much we should cherish one another instead of polarize and separate from each other. This life is only a place holder for an eternal life that is waiting for us in the next world. I am certain you will be united with Gina once again. As she is united with her loved ones and is cradled in the arms of God. Where there is no safer place in the universe. My prayers are for you and with you for the rest of my life.

To the Esposito Family:
So sorry to hear about your loss. I've been there with my own family. You are in my prayers. God has a plan and He is in control. Just trust...

Gene, Vicki and Family:
I recently found out about your loss. I am deeply saddened by this tragic news and send my sincere condolences.

Gianna Mia,
From the very first time I saw her, until the very last, she was this girl of ours with the prettiest face I've ever seen. Gianna was taken from us much too soon, and all the tears we shed will never bring her back to us. So quickly she was no more, but for as long as I maintain memories, her beautiful face will be within me.
With my love,
Auntie Carole

To Gene, Vicki & family, Gene was my sons baseball coach years ago. My son goes to school with vinnie at Sandburg I just wanted to say I'm very sorry for your loss. Your family is in my prayers. Try and keep up the strength to go on.

My Dear Esposito and Amerio family,
Vicki, you babysat me when I was weeks old, and I babysat Gianna when she was weeks old. I remember feeling so honored to watch over her... so honored to be trusted by my "Sister" to watch her baby.. I loved every minute of my time with her that night. I had never babysat before that night and I remember being so tired that I just couldn't keep up with her. Gianna stayed up happily playing in her bouncer as I fell asleep on the floor next to her.. I will never forget feeling startled as you and Geno walked in the door.. I had to quickly wake myself so that you could see that I was able to do the job that you had requested of me. Since Gianna was born she was a spirited child that I will never forget. As I will never forget the kindness that your family has given me in my desperate time of need for love and family when I didn't have my own. Your family is blood to me.. & I am forever thankful for knowing and loving all of you! May the Lord Jesus Christ Bless all of you and our beautiful princess Gianna! XOXOXO

We are so deeply saddened by the loss of your daughter Gianna. You are all in our thoughts and prayers.

I briefly had a chance to meet your daughter Gianna, and I am sorry for your loss. We were classmates in Chemistry and I guarantee that not a day will go by that I won't think of her in that classroom. She was an excellent lab partner and I am glad I had the chance to meet her. I am terribly sorry for your loss and may peace be with you at this terrible time.

We extend our very deepest sympathy to you and your entire family. We pray that you may find peace and strength through these difficult times.

Dear Vicki and family,
Our deepest sympathies on the sudden loss of your dear Gianna. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Ochoa family

Gene,
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. I pray you find strength at this difficult time.

Dear Esposito Family,

We send our deepest sympathy for the loss of your beloved Gianna. May the Lord give you strength now and forever. You are in our prayers.

The Boures Family

Gianna is your Angle,there will be times you know she is there!Her life goes on in all of you, Our thoughts and prayers are with you,The Kristie Family

My thoughts and prayers are with the entire family at this difficult time! I'm hoping God sends you extra strength at this time...

Gianna was a star on stage and now can shine just as brightly from Heaven. What a blessing to have experienced such an Angel on earth. Even though her time here was short, Gianna has made a lasting impression on so many. Thank you for sharing your precious girl with us; we are all grateful to have known such an amazing soul. You are in our thoughts and prayers; Gianna is forever in our hearts.
~The BAMily~

Dear Vicki and Family, Joe and Gladys Amerio, and Joey and Family,

You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are deeply sorry for your loss.
Sincerly, The Piotrowski Family

Esposito Family

Our family didn't know your beautiful Gianna, we are friends and neighbors of Joe & Gladys. We just wanted to express our condolences to your family. You will all be in our thoughts and prayers.

Harold, Vencia Munis & Family

TO THE ESPOSITO AND AMERIO FAMILY WE WANT TO TELL YOU WE ARE DEEPLY SORRY FOR YOUR LOSS OF YOUR LITTLE ANGEL GIANNA. MY SON BRIAN IS MARRIED TO LEA AMERIO NOW BENOIT

I'm so sorry for your loss Gene.

Patrick Cronin and family.

Esposito family,

We're sorry to hear about your loss. The family is in our prayers.

Tony & Bill

Dear Esposito Family:

There are no words to express how very sorry we all are for your loss. I know that you could rest assured that your little angel is in God's hands now.

I first met Gianna at orientation for columbia and on the first day of darkroom 1 it was nice to see a face I knew. She was so nice and I know she could have gone far with photography. I wish i could have had more time with her and will miss her greatly.

Esposito Family,
Im so sorry for the loss of Gianna. We miss her so much and she will be in our hearts forever. You guys are being so strong with everything happening, and we just wanted to say if you ever need anything we are always available. We love you!
love forever!
R.I.P Gigi <<<3

Vicki & Gene, our paths crossed very briefly and our memories last forever...we are so sorry to hear of your loss and we send our deepest sympathy to you and your family.

There is no possible way to accurately express my deepest sympathy. Please know that my thoughts and prayers along with those of uncountable others are there to help. God has called an angel home.

Dear Gene, Vicki, Vinnie, Valerie, Grandma and Grandpa Esposito and Amerio
There are no words to express how we feel about your loss of Gianna.I admire your families strength and I will pray that it continues.We have so many fond memories of Gianna and will cherish them forever.

As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.

Gianna...always surrounded by love and destined to stay that way. Thank you for your light!

Vicki,Gene the entire Esposito & Amerio Family;
Once again, your family has been faced with tragedy-Jennifer,Connie and now Gianna. You are a strong, loving family, with a wonderful bond. May God guide you thru the days ahead, as he has done for the last 19 years.Your loss just saddens me, my heart aches for all of you. With deepest sympathy!!
Deena, Joey & Vinnie

I wish I knew her better, I wish I had the time to get to know her. I was a classmate of hers in the Saturday darkroom and photo 1 classes. She had the coolest shots I've ever seen, and I wish I could see more.

My sympathies go out to family and friends. I will pray for you.

we have never met but family is family we are so sorry for your loss our prayers are with you

May you forever be blessed wth the love and memory of Gianna. We are your Somerglen neighbors in sympathy with heavy hearts. Our children have all known Gianna and want to express their sorrow and offer their prayers. We feel this most profound loss and wish you comfort and peace in the infinite love you will always share with your most beautiful daughter. The Parish of St. Francis Of Assisi also will pray for your family. Please know how much we care.

Dear Esposito Family,
We pray that God will give you strength and blessings at this most difficult time. It was our privilege to know Gianna and your family.

Our deepest sympathies,
The Dazzo Family
(The other Gianna from Sandbox)

Gene & Helen, Our prayers are with you & your son's family. God Bless.

Gene, Vicki, Valerie and Vinnie: You are all in my thoughts and prayers.

So sorry to hear of your tragic loss. My heartfelt condolences for you and your family. God be with you and yours.

Dear Gene & Vicki, We are sorry to hear about Gianna. I remember Gianna as such a beautiful girl. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. Our hearts go out to you.

my condolences go out the family and really close friends. i did not know Gianna very well but she was a classmate of mine in darkroom and photo1 as well. when i received this in email, i was totally shocked, and i let my suitemates and friends read as well. i still cannot believe this. to the family stay up, Gianna's in a better place now.

Dear Gene, Vicki, Vinnie and Valerie,
Our hearts ache and we are so, so sorry for your loss. We have so many wonderful childhood memories of Gianna, Vinnie and Val while sharing our lives together on Binford/Bonbury. The night sky shines even brighter with it's beautiful new star. Your entire family is in our hearts, thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Our deepest sympathy,

Gianna was a classmate of mine in the Saturday morning photo I & darkroom classes. I am one of the older students of the class. I am always having a hard time developing and getting good photos but she always encouraged and helped me with positive words. I pray for your strength during this time. We will miss her in class.

Sincerely,

To the Espositio and Amerio families,
Our deepest sympathies to you on your loss. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.

Gene, Vicki, Vinnie and Valerie,

We are so, so, sorry that this has happened. It is not possible to comprehend the pain and sense of loss you must be experiencing...this is such a tragedy. I wish there was something that could be said that would be of comfort. Your family will continue to be in our prayers and we hope that even though it may not feel possible now that time will serve to lessen some of the hurt.

Gianna,
We hope wherever you are right now, you see the love of your friends and family, who are clinging to your memory in stories, photos, music, and yes, even humor. You touched so many lives in so many ways. All of us are richer for having known you, and we, the lucky ones who knew you well and loved you deeply have been given a gift savored too short.

Your young friends and family are amazing, and credit their connection, love and devotion to you. You will continue to be the light that draws them near; the vine that threads through their lives; the wind that whispers a sweet song in their ears; and the bond that holds them together.

We feel blessed to have been a part of your life, however abbreviated it may have been. We have only fond memories of a sweet little girl, who became an incredible young woman with talent, humor, music, drama, friendship, glamour, fashion, silliness, and joy. Thank you for sharing your gifts in so many ways.

We love you, and will miss you, "g".
The Hinderman Family
Dean, Laurie, Bill and Samantha

Dear Esposito and Amerio familes:
I first met Gianna when she was a year old. What a beautiful child and first born grandchild to you all. I have pictures of my best friends 1st grandchild to share with you.
My heart aches for you all. I know the loss of losing a child and it is devastating. I know there is not much I can do to erase this tradgedy, but I can offer my support and let you know life goes on. Your hearts are scarred forever but the memories never fade and you learn to live for your other children. I am Godmother to Kurt who is Godfather to Gianna and your Mom's best friend.

With heartfelt sympathy, Barbara and Rick Ariagno

Oh my Gianna, what can I say
I will miss you terribly everyday
I will cherish every memory i have of you
Because that is really all that I can do
Life will never quite be the same
Without hearing you, seeing you, and calling your name
A piece of me is gone now that you're away
Until we meet in Heaven again someday
Mom

DEAR VIKI * GENE JR. * VINNIE * VALERIE.

GREAT AUNT LYNDA & I GREAT UNCLE BOB. WE HAVE BEEN IN AN MENTAL & EMOTIONAL FOG SINCE THIS TRAGETY HAS HAPENED. WE ARE HOPING THAT OUR LOVING TEARS & TORTUED HEARTS DO HELP SOOTH THE BROKEN HEATS OF ALL THAT HAVE HAD THE HONOR OF KNOWING, LOVING,GIANNA IN HER SHORT TIME WITH US.

ALL THE MEMORIES WE HAVE HAD OF HER WILL ALWAYS BE IN OUR HEARTS. JUST LIKE THE FIRST DAY OF HER BIRTH JULY 19 TH 1990. I WAS SO HAPPY FOR YOU WHEN I RECEIVED THE WORDERFUL NEWS OF HER BIRTH & THE ANNOUNCEMENT CARD & HER PICTURE WHEN SHE WAS BORN. I HAVE ALWAYS KEPT HER BIRTH ANNOUNCEMNT CARD IN MY PRAYER BOOK THAT WAS GIVEN TO ME BY MY MOTHER GRANDMA LOUCILLE ESPOSITO & HER GRADUATION PICTURE FROM SANDBERG.

SHE WAS AN ANGEL IN HUMAN FORM & NOW A SPECIAL ANGEL TO ALL THE ESPOSITO'S & THE PEOPLE THAT SHE TOUCHED MENTALLY & PHYSICALY .

I LOVED HER SO MUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!


AS I CRY TEARS OF SADNESS AS I WRITE THIS NOTE. I CANNOT GO ON


ALL OUR LOVE TO VICKI*GENE JR.* VINNIE* VALERIE.

SACRED HEART OF JESUS LOVER OF ALL CHILDREN PLEASE PLEASE EMBRACE GIANNA AS SHE COMES INTO YOUR ARMS & KISS HER FORHEAD FOR ME

Dear Esposito Family,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We are so sorry for your loss.

we are deeply sorry for your loss our hearts go out for you and your family

To Gene and family -- I've not had the privelege of meeting your children, though I believe my parents have. I have just learned of your loss and of course, we are all so stunnedl and saddened. May happy memories carry you through this sorrowful time...

Please accept our deepest sympathy,you are in our thoughts and prayers.

Like Gianna, I was a first-time member of BAM Theatre this summer. I'm sure she felt at home right away as I did. We all had a blast, and I regret not getting to know her better because she seems like an amazing person. All of us in the BAMily wish only the best to the Espositos, and will always remember Gianna.

Vicki and Family,

Although we have never had the joy of meeting Gianna, we have heard many wonderful stories of her over the past few days. She is loved and treasured by many. Our family will continue to pray for Gianna's soul.

You have our most heartfelt sympathy. We share in your sadness and pray that God will provide your family with the strength needed to make it through this time when our faith is truly tested.

God Bless,

Jim, Liane, Jillian, Patrick and Clara Birk

Dear Esposito Families,
We were so saddened by the news of Gianna. Our heartfelt sympathy goes out to each and every one of you in this time of need.

All of my thoughts and prayers go out to the Esposito family. Gianna was a loving person and an amazing performer. She will be greatly missed. God Bless.

Dear Gene, Vicki, Vinnie and Valerie,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you always. You definitely have a special angel looking over you. Sorry for your loss. We love you! Beth, Ravi and Hannah Majeti

Our deepest sympathies go out to your family. You are in our prayers. The Davidson Family

Dear Gene, Vicki, Vinnie, and Valerie,
There isn't a minute that goes by that we don't think about your family and Gianna. We were all very blessed to have had Gianna touch our lives in some way, she will never be forgotten. Your entire family is in our thoughts and prayers.

Love,
Joe, Camille, Cameron, and Lexi Anello

My deepest sympathy and condolences,
Gianna’s college-chemistry teacher,

There are absolutely no words that can express our heartfelt sympathy and the deep sadness we feel for you and your family! We haven’t been able to get you out of our minds and prayers, nearly ever minute of the past couple of days. We wish we could take this grief from you and erase this tragedy from your lives completely. We will pray for the soul of your beautiful, delightful Gianna and for God’s healing on your hearts in this extremely difficult time!

In love and friendship,
Keith, Linda and McKenna Harbison

October 30th 2008
We are so very sorry to you and your family on
the loss of your beautiful Gianna.There are no words to express our sorrow. Frank & Joan Caputo

Vinnie and Mr. and Mrs. Esposito,
I am so sorry for your loss. Please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers.
Diane Siebert
Sandburg High School English Dept.

We express our deepest sympathy to the Esposito and Amerio families. We are currently in Colorado and can only send words of care and sympathy. We pray your faith and hope may be in God and that you will experience the hugs and love of many friends and relatives. with love from Dick and Barb Grevengoed .... Gladys Olson Amerio's cousin...

I am deeply sorry for your loss. Gianna will be kept in my thoughts and prayers. My sympathies go towards Gianna's family and friends

As a friend of Kurt's from Los Angeles... and having lost a brother at the same age as Gianna... I send my truly heartfelt condolences to the entire family. Blessings to you all.
In sympathy,

Dear Gene and Family, I was so sorry to hear of your loss, just a lovely young woman. May you find the peace and strength from God in this time of sorrow.
Kathy Heath (Slattery)

Our prayers are with the whole Esposito Family,Gianna will be missed by all of us, She is now a angel in the Lords arms watching over you ,
My thoughts and prayers are with you .

My deepest sympathies go to Gianna's family and her friends. She brought much love and joy to everyone who knew her. She is truly God's angel.

Gene and Vicki, It seems like we can't say or do anything to help. Please know that we are thinking of you and praying for you and your family everyday.

Dear Vicki and Family,
We know that words cannot even begin to comfort you, but please know that you and your family are in our thoughts and prayers. We know that Gianna has become one of God's special angels and will be looking over you always.
Love, Mark, Nicole (Leggett) and Madeleine Niemiec

There are no words that can be said that could tell you all how our hearts ache for you. We are forever here for you for anything that you may need. We love you all so much.

Dear Esposito's,
You do not know me but I watnted to express my sympathy and to tell you that I truly know your pain. I lost my Beautiful 20 year old Jaki in January of this year. It has been very hard and the pain at times can be unbearable. I do not know what I would do without the Lord. The meaning of the cross is more real than ever before. Keep your eyes fixed on the Lord, I do at all times and I mean that literally. If you ever need to talk or just cry to or with someone, you can call. I am from Chicago but live in Texas. I buried my daughter in Chicago, true home. May the Lords grace be upon you and it has been on me.
Sophia Rogers

Please accept my heartfelt sypathy for your loss. May you cherish your memories of a beautil young lady forever. May God grant you some comfort in the days and months to come. "He is healing the broken- hearted ones, and is binding up their painful spots." - Psalm 147:3. You are in my prayers.

There are no words anyone can say to comfort you right now...just know that you are in our prayers. We have so many fond memories of Gianna. She was Amanda's very first friend. She was so smart and talented and beautiful and very easy going. This is so hard to comprehend. We pray god gives you strength and comfort..We are here if you ever need anything..God bless all of you.

God sent you a beautiful angel. She will always be with you and in our hearts.

To The Esposito Family

We were neighbors of the Esposito's in Alsip and heard about there great loss and want to let them (Gene, Helen and family) know they are in our thoughts and prayers. Walter and Sylvia Altmann

Dear Gene, Vicki, Vinnie and Valerie,

Gianna's spirit has touched so many people's lives. She will be with us always. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

All our love,

Dan, Renee, Mary & Ben Gresla

Dear Esposito Family,

My sincerest and deepest sympathy to all of you in the loss of your precious daughter and sister. I know that Heaven must be an even more beautiful place today. I pray that God gives you His strength to endure losing Gianna and His special love to keep her alive in your hearts forever.

There is nothing we can say to ease anyone's pain..Gianna, you will live on in the hearts of your family and friends. We know God is holding you now, may his love and strength be felt by us here on earth.

Please know that you are all in our thoughts and prayers.
May God comfort and bless you in your sorrow.

We send our heartfelt sympathy ,and hope that you can find comfort in the prayers that we will offer up for your family at this heartbreaking time.

My heart goes out to the entire family, a family I have grown to know and love over the last 18 years! Oddly enough my first time meeting the entire family was for Gianna's 1st Birthday party, I remember her enjoying her own cake, a beautiful baby & a beautiful young adult. All I can say to try to make any sense out of something so sad, is maybe God truly does take the exceptional people first. Though she is in a better place, Gianna will be missed and always loved by so many friends and family. I will keep you in my prayers, Vicki, Gene, kids and Joe & Gladys....I Love you all and your beautiful family, I am blessed to have had you in my life as we all have been blessed to have Gianna in ours.

Gene,Vicki and Family- I am truly sorry for your loss. May God be with all of you during this very difficult time in your lives and please know that my prayers and my thoughts are with you.

GIANNA I LOVE YOU
YOUR GOD FATHER

Our prayers are with the entire family in this difficult time. Gianna will be missed by many. Please accept our deepest sympathy and condolences. The Rzeszutko family