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Jackie Zito-Howley Obituary

Zito-Howley, Jackie (nee LaGesse) Age 70, of Key West, Florida. Formerly of Chicago, Illinois. At rest April 23, 2012. Beloved wife of Dennis Howley; dearest mother of William Griffin, Regina Badeau, Maria Zito and Mario Zito; Loving grandmother of Gregory Zito; Former wife of Greg Zito retired CDP; Dearest sister of Dianne (the late Patrick Keane) and the late Arthur LaGesse; Fondest niece to Uncle George; and a special cousin to Georgie. She had many aunts, uncles and cousins. Loved by her nephews Patrick, Sean, Timothy and Brian Keane. She was a volunteer for the Boys and Girls Club of Key West Florida 1310 Truman Avenue, Key West, Florida 33040. There will be a 6:00 PM Mass for Jackie on Sunday May 20, 2012 at St. Daniel the Prophet Church, 54th and Nashville Chicago, Illinois. Further information by calling Dianne Keane at 773-586-1998.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 18, 2012.

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Elliott Becker

June 11, 2012

Hi Jackie: I didn't know you but I did Greg.I hope and pray you have a great place in Heaven. Elliott and Irma

Dianne Keane

June 4, 2012

Dear Skip, Regina,Maria and Mario my dearest nephews and nieces,

Auntie is always here for all of you. I have loved each of you from the day you were born and probably longer than that. I remember the joy all of us had everytime my sister told me a new baby was growing in her. No one can ever take those memories of the years we spent together. I remember the times Jackie and I would leave all the kids and babies with Uncle Pappy. He loved all of you too. Mario was so close to his Godfather. I could go on and on about all the things we shared together. I will write more soon. I am going to the Rosary now. I love all of you my dear family

May 25, 2012

I wonder if Heaven has a Carroll Avenue? It will make my dying easier. I'll see you soon, but not too soon. Even distance won't keep us apart.
Nancy Creamer, Chicago. IL

Annie Hamilton

May 20, 2012

My fondest memories of Jackie include her compassion for others,her warmth,her heartfelt laughter,and her dynamic good looks.My deepest sympathy to Diane and Jackie's family. Your in my prayers. Annie Hamilton

May 20, 2012

Dear Dianne & Family,
Please know that you are all in my thoughts and Prayers. Jackie left many precious memories for all of us. She is greatly missed by all.
Mary Hamilton (Stickney, IL)

May 20, 2012

Rest in peace to my loving ex wife Jackie, we had 24 years of a wonderful marriage and rasied four wonderful children. But for you and me , it wasn't ment to continue for some reason. Maybe the injury, I suffered on the police Department had something to do with it. Rest in Peace.
Your ex Greg Zito

Hi ! Mommy, its me Mario I love you so much and miss you alots, may you rest in peace, your son Mario I love you alots mommy
Mario Zito

Elizabeth Creamer-Leon

May 19, 2012

My prayers go out to Aunt Jackie's entire family. May your memories of her help to ease the pain you feel.

Love to all, Lizz (Creamer)

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