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Helen Silvestri Obituary

Silvestri, Helen T.
(nee Pokladowski) Beloved wife of the late Orlando M. Loving Mother of Paul Silvestri and Michael (Tereasa) Silvestri. Grandmother of Edward, Michele and Jennifer (Adam) Clevenger. Great-Grandmother of Alexandra and Ethan. Fond Sister of Leona Gilbert and preceded in death by the late Ann Stack, Stanley Pokladowski, Angeline DiSylvester, Stefani Durlak, Bernice Petrovsky, Frank Pokladowski, Cecelia Heath and Louis Pokladowski. Aunt and Great Aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Visitation Friday September 23 from 9 am until time of service at 11 am at Baran Funeral Home 2644-46 N. Central Ave. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. 773.622.1488 www.BaranFuneralHome.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 22, 2011.

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October 16, 2011

Sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers during this difficult time. We love you both very much. love josh and mandy.

Brenda Harrison

October 9, 2011

Dear Michele,
I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. I wanted to offer my condolences to you and your family. My thoughts and prayer are with you and your family during this very difficult time.

Dave Kowalczyk

October 6, 2011

Dear Mike and Teri,
Just heard about your loss and want to offer our most sincere condolences on the passing of your mom. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Dave and Jackie

Amanda Krotzer

October 4, 2011

Sorry Mom and Mike for your loss.
God has a reason for every person on earth. Although we sometimes disagree with what he decides, he knows what is best. I here she was a wonderful women.Strong,caring loving,hard working,and wanted better for her family,no matter what she had to do.She is up in heaven now and can listen when ever you speak.Just know that we are here for you.As the days pass on it will get a little easier to deal with the pain, but just know that doesn't mean you are forgetting her. Hang in there.
Love Amanda and family

October 3, 2011

Dear Mike and Teri,
So sorry for your loss. I know the pain seems unbearable... But know she is no longer in pain and watching over you all. She sees you and hears you so speak to her often. It helps.
Sending hugs and prayers your way,
Love,
Suellen Lindquist
Teri's cousin in California

Mel Waggoner

October 3, 2011

Mike, Sorry to hear about your Mother. I hope you 2 were close. You'll be in my prayers. Amal

Cynthia Carlo

September 30, 2011

Dear Mike, Teri and family:
I was saddened to hear of your loss and understand your grief and pain. I hope you can take solice in the knowledge that your Mother is no longer in pain and in a much better place. She is now another guardian angel to watch over you and your family.
Love, Cyn

Dorothy Jones

September 30, 2011

Mike and Teri and family,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. Know that you are in my prayers and God bless your mothers heart.
Love to you and peace be with you.

Love you,
Aunt Dot

Mike,Melissa Woods

September 29, 2011

To my dearest family, some things I'd like to say...
but first of all, to let you know, that I arrived okay.
I'm writing this from heaven. Here I dwell with God above.
Here, there's no more tears of sadness; here is just eternal love.

Please do not be unhappy just because I'm out of sight.
Remember that I'm with you every morning, noon and night.
That day I had to leave you when my life on earth was through,
God picked me up and hugged me and He said, "I welcome you."

It's good to have you back again; you were missed while you were gone.
As for your dearest family, they'll be here later on.
I need you here badly; you're part of my plan.
There's so much that we have to do, to help our mortal man.

God gave me a list of things, that he wished for me to do.
And foremost on the list, was to watch and care for you.
And when you lie in bed at night, the day's chores put to flight.
God and I are closest to you....in the middle of the night.

When you think of my life on earth, and all those loving years
because you are only human, they are bound to bring you tears.
But do not be afraid to cry; it does relieve the pain.
Remember there would be no flowers, unless there was some rain.

I wish that I could tell you all that God has planned.
But if I were to tell you, you wouldn't understand.
But one thing is for certain, though my life on earth is o'er.
I'm closer to you now, than I ever was before.

There are many rocky roads ahead of you and many hills to climb;
but together we can do it by taking one day at a time.
It was always my philosophy and I'd like it for you too...
that as you give unto the world, the world will give to you.

If you can help somebody who's in sorrow and pain,
then you can say to God at night......"My day was not in vain."
And now I am contented....that my life has been worthwhile,
knowing as I passed along the way, I made somebody smile.

So if you meet somebody who is sad and feeling low,
just lend a hand to pick him up, as on your way you go.
When you're walking down the street, and you've got me on your mind;
I'm walking in your footsteps only half a step behind.

And when it's time for you to go.... from that body to be free,
remember you're not going.....you're coming here to me.

Ruth Ann Mahaffey (author)
©Copyright 1998

Dottie & Kenny Hitzeman

September 29, 2011

Mike,
We just learned of your Mother's passing. Although we did not know her, if you are anything like her, we know she will be greatly missed. We are thinking of you and please know you are in our prayers and thoughts.
Dottie & Kenny Hitzeman

Mike, Debbie & Todd Blair

September 29, 2011

Mike:
You have our deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. You are in our prayers. We care about you and are sorry for your loss.
Love,

Larry & Benita Foster

September 29, 2011

Mike, you have our deepest sympathy during this rough time. Just know that God will see you thru and we will continue to pray for you and your family.

Larry & Benita Foster

Nicky and Dave Murphy

September 29, 2011

Mike,

So sorry for your loss! Thoughts and prayers are with you.

Kris Bond

September 29, 2011

Mike,
I was so sorry to hear about the loss of your mother. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers.

Kris Bond and family

September 27, 2011

Paul,

My sincere condolences on the passing of your mother.

Joe Atria (Addison, IL)

Rose Acciari

September 27, 2011

Paul,
I am so sorry for the loss of your mother. I know how very hard it is but, we both know that she is at peace, just like my mother. Know you are in my prayers. I will be in touch. Take care and God Bless.
Rose Acciari - from Resurrection Nursing Home

Teri Silvestri

September 24, 2011

Paul, Mike, Ed, Michele, Jennifer,
I am so sorry at the loss of your mother and grandmother. With deepest sympathies, Teri Silvestri

The Staff of Baran Funeral Homes, Ltd.

September 22, 2011

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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