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Nicosia, Gina M

Gina M Nicosia, 66, of Elmwood Park, Illinois, passed away on October 31st after suffering a medical emergency. Gina was born on December 18, 1957 to Salvatore Nicosia and Onelia Rogers in Oak Park, Illinois. She attended Saint Luke School and graduated from Oak Park River Forest High School in 1976.

Gina was the owner and operator of The Furry Godmother LLC for over a decade. For those that knew her, our furry friends were Gina's greatest passion in life. Gina was known for her kindness, generosity and sense of humor. Gina will be deeply missed by her many friends, clients and family members. She was proceeded in death by her father, mother and sister, Livia Nicosia. She is survived by her brother, James Nicosia and sister Carla (Nicosia) Kreiss.

A private Internment at Mary Queen of Heaven will be held in the spring, followed by a celebration of life. If you would like to honor Gina's legacy, please make a donation to: The Animal Care League or Salvation Army. As her dear friend Sally Nolan-Stephan said, "Her light has gone dim.... but her essence, like a sweet fragrance, will always linger in the air...as long as we're here".

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 21, 2024.

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Siobhán Gogan

July 20, 2025

I remember Gina from our days at St. Luke's school . She was always the full of fun and laughs. Thinking of her now brings a smile to my face all these years later .
No doubt she will be missed by her family and all her 4 legged friends too .
May better times with Gina now get you through these dark days .
Condolences ,
Siobhán Gogan

Richard F OHara

January 21, 2025

This is the first I have heard of Gina's passing. She was a sweet soul and will be missed. My condolences to her family and friends.

Bob Long

December 9, 2024

O Gina I'm so Proud to have been your frirnd
RIP Honey
"Life's so precious"

Terry Hanson

December 1, 2024

Gina was one of a kind
Great gal funny as hell

Barbara Downey

November 28, 2024

Carla, Jim and family, so very sorry for your loss. Gina was a bright light to so many. Her love and generous spirit will be greatly missed. She took such fabulous care of our beloved Ginger for 13 years and became a close friend. Thinking of her especially at this time of year. May she rest in peace and be reunited with your Mom, Dad and sister and her countless furry friends.

Elinor Chapman

November 27, 2024

I am so saddened to learn of Gina's passing. I have known Gina for many years. She would help me with my pet sitting business, and I with hers. Gina was also so joyful and full of life. I will miss you Gina

Greer Haseman

November 27, 2024

I remember meeting Gina freshman year at OPRF. She was kind, smart and had a great sense of humor that often brought out her own laughter. I will miss our occasional breakfast at the Onion Roll or dinners at Tom´s. Gina always had a dog treat in her pocket for her furry friends and loved each in equal measure. I am lucky to have called her my friend since that first day. May she rest in eternal peace, her memory will be a blessing to all who knew her.

Jane Morocco

November 26, 2024

I am so very sorry to hear the news of Gina´s passing. Gina was so kind to stop and talk to my 101 yr old mom when she was out in her wheelchair one day . Gina always talked about bringing her "John rabbit" to Trailside when she was younger and supported our efforts to Save Trailside . Gina´s kindness to people and animals is what the world is all about. RIP sweet girl.

Denise Roberts

November 25, 2024

Rest in peace my dear cousin. You are surrounded by family and furry family.

TM

November 24, 2024

My kindergarten sweet friend. We had alot of fun childhood memories! You were always a bright light wherever you went. Always happy. Your beautiful spirit will be missed by many! Love always, TM -only you would know this Gina.

Lorrie Wilkie-Nelson

November 23, 2024

Gina (Gigi),
I will miss you. We had a journey together..with FGM and your recent health issues. Yet, you perservered, laughed and gave joy! Rest in Peace now sweet.
Lots of memories I will carry with me of you, the fun we had with the FGM dogs and your kind and generous spirit!

Carla and Jim...to you and all of your family, this BIG family, Michael and I send you continued prayers.

Lorrie Wilkie and Michael Nelson

Ron Cocco

November 23, 2024

Carla and Jim,
I was stunned to learn of the passing of Gina. I have fond memories of the time I spent with her and she always put a smile on my face. I'm sure the Lord is prepared a special place
for her.
Ron Cocco

Sabrina Fountas

November 22, 2024

Just found out about your passing. So very sad you were such a truly happy kind girl. Will say a prayer for you Gina.

Larissa Moore-Akins

November 22, 2024

Carla, I will continually pray for you and your family thru this trying time. Gina was such a sweet and funny woman and I miss her so much and you Carla.

John Hennessy

November 22, 2024

Carla,

So sorry for your loss. Retta and I will keep Gina in our prayers.

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