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John Scalzitti Obituary

Scalzitti Sr., John Beloved husband of the late Irene (nee Cianciarulo); loving father of Emilio, Brigida (Mark) Hammerstein and Johnny Jr. (Bobbie) Scalzitti; dear grandfather of Bianca, Carla (Kevin) Francis, Fernando, Nikki and Francesca; great-grandfather of Kayla, Shelia, Jesse and Haley; great-great-grandfather of 3; fond brother of Ada (the late Tony) Pagliuco, Alba Scalzitti the late Ennio (the late Nancy) and the late Benedict (the late Joyce) Scalzitti; uncle and great-uncle of many. Funeral Friday, February 13th, 2015, 9:00 a.m. from Russo's Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Rd., Hillside, IL 60162 (Between Mannheim & Wolf Rd.) to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 1101 N. 23rd Ave., Melrose Park, IL 60160, Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Thursday, February 12th 3:00-9:00 p.m. For additional info (708) 449-5300. Please visit John's personal tribute website at www.russohillsidechapels.com and sign his guestbook.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 12, 2015.

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Sam Carso

February 15, 2015

Dear Uncle John,
Thanks for all the help you gave me over the years. You will be missed,

Sam

Gina Friend Coble

February 14, 2015

"My Daddy-O"

I'm glad to have had the experience
to learn of from the start,
Your daughter whom I worked with
and know has never part

I have such Special Memories and You Know I loved you so,
You layed to rest so Beautifully,
I'll humbly let you know!

Many Blessings to you Brig, your family and to all his dear friends.

The Williamson's

February 13, 2015

Deepest sympathies to the Scalzitti family for your loss. May the comfort of family and friends and the comfort God gives continue to bless you during this difficult time.

dee tintori

February 12, 2015

To emilio and family. I am sorry for your loss and may he rest in peace. It was my pleasure to k ow your dad for a short time.

Peter Pagliuco

February 12, 2015

Uncle John you were the best uncle and godfather anyone could have. When Lynn and I were going through a hard time you were there for us. You gave us so much over the years. We love you and will miss you always. Pete, Lynn and Family.

February 12, 2015

Uncle John, you were the best Uncle we could ever have! We have learned much from you by your wonderful examples! We will miss you!love, Elvira ,Lenny and family!!!!

Nina Deichl

February 12, 2015

Uncle John you were such a kind and lovable man. We will miss you. Love, Nina, John, Alexis, Johnny and Anthony.

February 12, 2015

Dear Emilio, John, Brigida and family,
I was so sorry to hear about your Dad. He was such a sweet man. With my sincerest sympathy.

Patricia T. Wisvader

February 12, 2015

Dear Emilio: Anita and I are in florida and read in the Tribune Obitituary of your Pa's passing. We send our sincere condolences and best wishes for you in this trying time. Be consoled and confident that you will be , in time, with him again and with all that rest in God's peace. Stay well and I hope to see you when we return.

Antone Spina

Salute, Papa

February 12, 2015

My Beautiful, Beautiful Father... You will be missed more than you could ever know. My heart breaks and my tears flow. Rest in peace.

Melissa Bessert

February 12, 2015

We will miss you Uncle John. We love you. Love, Adam, Melissa, and David

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3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Russo's Hillside Chapels

4500 Roosevelt Road, Hillside, IL 60162

Feb

13

Funeral

9:00 a.m.

Russo's Hillside Chapels,

4500 Roosevelt Rd., Hillside, IL

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13

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10:00 a.m.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church

1101 N. 23rd Ave., Melrose Park, IL

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