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Jill Mondelli Obituary

Mondelli, Jill B. 1VC30150 (nee Salas), age 55, beloved mother of Michelle (Anthony) Marino, loving daughter of Louisa (nee Varens), dear sister of Mercedes, Louie (Joyce), Madaline (Ray), Eileen (Frank) and Elizabeth, devoted nana of Gianna and Nikko, former wife of Joseph Mondelli, dearest aunt of Louie Jr., Janice, Jackie, the late Lisa, especially Jill (Jerry) and Raechel, Jennifer, Marilyn, Janier, Sarah, Matthew, Michael, Bridgette, David, Debbie and John Jr., dear great aunt of many, dear friend of Lois Waterhouse. Visitation Tuesday, 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Original Rago Brothers Norridge Chapels, Jack LaRocco, Director, 7751 W. Irving Park Road, Chicago. Funeral Wednesday, 9 a.m. to Divine Savior Church. Mass 9:30 a.m. Entombment All Saints Mausoleum. 773-276-7800 Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Feb. 10 to Feb. 11, 2003.

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Raechel Ruszczyk

February 17, 2003

Mina;

You are now the shining star that you always wanted to be...Your saying "The only way to be in this world is out of it" rings through my mind over and over...I will never forget you, and in my eyes you were more than a movie star. You were a woman who was stronger than any of the forces that you believed in. The aliens can't get you now, Mina. You are safe in the arms of God and the Blessed Mother. The angels rejoiced the day they got to meet you because now they can finally have some fun up there! Abuela must have been so happy to see you, Mina...I'm sure she was waiting at the gates of heaven to greet you with open arms. You both are truly missed down here. Please watch over us if you can! I love you dearly. Love, Raechelini

Vicki Lira

February 17, 2003

Dear Michelle



Passing time can never fade

All the special memories made;

Loved ones never really part

For they live inside your heart.



I hope the words that I might say

Could ease your pain in some small way.

May every thought sent to you

Give you strength to see it through.



From the bottom of my heart,

Love Vicki

Mallory McDonagh

February 16, 2003

February 8,2003

It is hard to think of a day in my life without knowing my Auntie Jill lives, but unfortunately there is a spot in my heart that has been removed, a piece of my family puzzle has been lost and not able to be found, yet in my heart/head I know that piece of the puzzle is right next to me, somewhere lingering around and I know that even though I can't see her I know she is there.

In the past few week of my life I have spent the most time I have ever spent with my Auntie Jill. I have enjoyed it and have built many great great experiences,which goes along with the other many wonderful moments we have shared together;I am very greatful for all those times. For the time she spent in my house I have seen a dramatic change in her abilities, which is more than any twelve year old has experienced in such a short time period. This time period has touched me in a way that nothing has before and all the times my family cried I didn't budge, that was, on the outside, and day and I cry and cry inside but nothing ever seemed to come out; until the past few days when there was a major decrease in her abilities, I was basically lying back watching her evaporate from my sight. It was hard for us to understand many of her reactions, but in the back of our heads we knew she was comfortable and wasw in no pain, which was the most important thing to us (me). We realized it was her time.

It is hard for all of us to let go of such a good person, but at some point we must realize she is going on to a better place, and we will carry our unique and special memories on with us forever. And I believe she will watch over us and be our gaurdian angel. I wouldn't even doubt that she was in this room with us right now, living on with her great spirit and and sense of humor.

I love you Auntie Jill!

Raimee Kloss

February 16, 2003

JILL,

How I miss you already. My only consellation is that I have thousands of great memories of you and your beautiful smile. Your gift of looking at others and seeing into their heart and soul will truly be missed. You have left us too early in life and for that I regret the days we were apart. You always knew me and what was in store for me and your ears were always listening to lifes daily problems. However your strength to endure and live life with a joy in your heart, as well as the love you gave to those closest to you, will honor you with a special place in Gods kingdom. Thank you for sharing your life with me and thank you for being you. Love Always, Raimee

Andrew Ruszczyk Age 5

February 16, 2003

Auntie Jill, I hope you are having a good time up there. I wish you hadn't gotten sick and died that day.I was very sad and Izabel cried when we heard you went to heaven. Yesterday Izabel wasn't feeling very good and wrapped herself up in your blanket, laid her head on your pillow while sitting in your chair and instantly fell asleep. It was like you craddled her yourself. She said she felt better when she woke up.We will all miss your good heart and remember funny stories like the one day you and I sang "You are my sunshine". That was a very funny day. You will be missed. Please watch over all of us. I love you, Andrew

Ian and Izabel Osinski

February 16, 2003

Dear Auntie Jill, We love you and want to tell you that you were very nice to us. We will miss you. We hope you're having a good time up there with Abuela and Grampa Maas. Love, Izabel and Ian

Jennifer Sideregts

February 15, 2003

My dearest Auntie Jill,

Thank you, for all the memories that we shared and for everything that you taught me. You are and will always be an inspiration to me. I will miss you but I know that in spirit you will always be with me. I love you forever, your niece

Mercy Sideregts

February 15, 2003

My dearest sister Jilly, there are no words that will ever express the pain I feel because of your absence. I know you had a strong faith, and you are now in a much better place. I am so grateful for all the together times we had. We had funny vacations, good old JELLO parties before we went to bed. So often we prayed the rosary together. I am so grateful to have had the opportunity to be with you these past 14 years; and I know you will continue to be with me until I see you again. YOU ARE AND ALWAYS WILL BE MY HEREO. LOVE YOU, MISS YOU.

Roxana Davila

February 14, 2003

Dear Jill,

You were such a wonderful and true friend to many people. You were always there for my mother when she needed a shoulder to cry on. We were all suppose to get together as soon as we visited Chicago. Unfortunately that will never happen. Rest in peace now Jill. My sincere condolences to Michelle and the family. May God bless you all. Love,

Roxie and Family.

Pamela Johnson

February 13, 2003

Michelle:



It has been so long since I have seen or talked to you. We used to have such wonderful times together. I am very saddened to hear about your Mom. Unfortunately, I learned of your loss after the services were completed.

She is now another angel in heaven watching over you and your family.

God Bless. You are more than welcome to contact when you can.



Sincerely,

Pamela Johnson

St. Williams Class of 83

Christine Czubak-Bloom

February 12, 2003

Dearest Family:

It has been many years since I have seen or spoken to any of you. This is certainly a terrible tragedy to all of you, because I know how truly close you were. It is with regret that I just learned of Jill's passing. Unfortunately, I was unable to get to her visitation. I just want you to know I send my condolences and love to all of you especially Michelle. I did have the good fortune to speak with Jill a few times on the phone and did catch up with some news of all you dear ones. Time just slipped by and I was not able to see her in person. As you must know, this really saddens me, her loss is certainly a great loss to the world. Jill always had the kindest heart of anyone I knew and a great deal of love for her entire family. Once again, my heart is very saddened and I know how much Jill's smile will be missed by all.

I will pray for all of you and for your great loss. I remain as always your friend...

Chris

Gloria Gutierrez

February 11, 2003

My Dearest Jill,

I reminace about all the old times that we had spent together when I was in Chicago. I wish I could of just spent more time with you, especially before your passing. I was there for the good times; I wish I would of been there for the hard times. I will always miss you! Your longtime friend,

Gloria

Jennifer Tsamoulos

February 11, 2003

Raechel & Family,



I'm so very sorry for your loss. Your Aunt Jill was a very special person who will be missed by all. You've now got another angel watching over you from above.

Joyce Salas

February 11, 2003

Jill is at peace now. I wish that I could be there with all of you. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God Bless You!

Love, Joyce & Anthony

Mallory McDonagh

February 10, 2003

I love you Auntie Jill and will miss you very much!



Love, Mallory

Silvia (Fabian) Kimbrough

February 10, 2003

Jill was a good friend of mine, by way of her sister Madeline. We all worked together...after we grew up...in Jill's beauty shop and had a blast during those times. I know she went through alot in her life and she has now been released from that. I wish to express my sincere condolences to the remaining family members. I know she will be dearly missed. May God be with you all.

Madeline and Ray Ruszczyk

February 10, 2003

Dearest Sister,You will be missed so very much. I can't imagine our lives without you. We all agree you didn't know how funny you were.

You gave it the best fight I've ever witnessed...now you're home.

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