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Joseph Leonard "Joey" Abbate

1957 - 2018

BORN

1957

DIED

2018

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Cumberland Chapels

8300 West Lawrence Ave.

Norridge, Illinois

Joseph Abbate Obituary

Abbate, Joseph Leonard "Joey" Of Chicago, born on January 26th, 1957, and passed away at 61 years of age, peacefully in his home on October 19th, 2018. Joe was preceded in death by his parents, the late Marie and Joseph Abbate, and Wanda and Stanley Niemiec. Joe was the devoted and much loved husband to Christina "Chris" Abbate for 34 years, a marriage that produced four beautiful, loving and much loved children, Nicole (Patrick, CPD) McGrath, Joseph Abbate, Michelle Abbate (Jake Meyer) and Krystyn Abbate. He was Dear Papa to Margaret Grace, Francis Richard and Patrick Thomas, Jr. McGrath. Joe was the adoring Brother of Lenore (Louie) Speciale, Leonard (Maria Abbate), Nanci Abbate, Annette (Arthur) Feldman and Mario (Marie) Abbate. Devoted brother-in-law to Josephine Cutro. Joe was a loving Uncle to many nieces and nephews as well as great nieces and nephews; a great fun, loving cousin to many and a true friend, story teller and comedian to a vast array of people lucky enough to be called his friends. Joseph was a loyal, proud and devoted City of Chicago worker belonging to Teamsters Local 700. Visitation Wednesday from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels (FRIEL FUNERAL DIRECTORS), 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Funeral Services begin Thursday 9:00 a.m. at the Funeral Home and will proceed to Immaculate Conception Church. Funeral Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment All Saints Cemetery. Info: www.cumberlandchapels.com or 708-456-8300.



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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 23, 2018.

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Annie

October 30, 2018

I am deeply sorry for your loss. May the encouraging words of John 6:40 bring comfort to the family during this sad and difficult time knowing that you will see your love one again.

October 24, 2018

My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Joseph May you be comforted by the wonderful memories you've shared and the comfort of God Psalms 119:76.
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Ashley Olsen

October 24, 2018

Mr. Abbate, you were one of a kind. You were an exemplary man and anyone who had the honor to know you would share the same sentiments. You were a loving husband and father and a cherished friend to all. I am glad I have those 4th of July videos saved with you yelling in excitement at the boys blowing off fireworks. You were a big kid at heart that reminded us all that youth isn't always spent on the young. You put a smile on everyone's face and would do anything to go the extra mile for someone. I am both shocked and saddened by your death as the world just got a little darker without the light of your shining spirit. Thank you for the memories and good times. You will always be fondly remembered and never forgotten. Until we meet again, may God hold you in the palm of his hand. My deepest condolences to your family, may God guide and give them the solace to get through this unimaginable time. I know you are now their guardian angel looking down upon them. You all will remain in my thoughts and prayers as they go forth with your legacy. "Blessed are those who mourn for they shall be comforted." Matthew 5:4

October 23, 2018

Condolences and heartfelt prayers to the family on your loss. God is near to the brokenhearted.

~ ~ Fr. Dan Brandt, CPD Chaplain

October 23, 2018

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains. Joe will be remembered at the Police Mass on Sunday, 28 OCT, 11:00 a.m. at Mercy Home - 1140 W. Jackson Blvd. In the meantime, may family and friends know the healing touch of our all-loving, all-merciful God! [Police Chaplains Ministry: www.ChicagoPCM.org or 312/738-7588]

October 23, 2018

The loss of a love one is difficult. May the precious memories you have help you cope and bring you peace. 1 Thes. 4:14 can bring you some comfort knowing that there is a future for the ones we have lost in death can be reassuring. May the God of peace be with you and your family.

Uc

October 23, 2018

To the Abbate family, Joe will be dearly missed, may you be assured that you are not alone the true God promises to fortify and help you all at this time of grief. Psalms 94:14

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

October 23, 2018

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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8300 West Lawrence Ave., Norridge, IL 60706

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8300 West Lawrence Ave., Norridge, IL 60706

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