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Joseph Delisi Obituary

Delisi, Joseph J. 95, beloved husband of Lorraine (nee Paoli), loving son of the late Simone and Rosaria (nee Delisi), dear father of Samuel D., M.D. (Sharon), Roselle Rippo and Mary Jane (Jerome D.D.S.) Maurice, grandfather of Anthony Rippo, Stephen M.D. (Leigh), Etienne (Mark) Daniels, Julie D.D.S (Michael, D.D.S) Minihane, Stephanie Johnson, Jeanine M.D. and Joanna M.D. Maurice, loving great grandfather of seven, brother of Marie (the late Anthony) Vainisi, Sally (the late Anthony) Zuccaro, Samuel (Helene), Rosemarie (the late Salvatore) Zuccaro, and the late Frances (James) Lococo, Antoinette (Joseph) Varco, Charles (Christine), fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Joseph passed on to eternal rest at home, holding the hand of his faithful wife of 64 years. Funeral Saturday, 9 a.m. from the Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero, to St. Mary of the Woods Church, Mass 10 a.m. Entombment All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation Friday, from 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. Donations to National Alliance of Mental Illness (N.A.M.I), and the Alzheimer's Foundation preferred in lieu of flowers. 773-736-3833.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Sep. 30 to Oct. 1, 2004.

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Ricky Warren

December 7, 2020

Joe was the best Taught me alot the the whole family my first job was 14 1990 worked for the Delisi family for 3 years Annonete charlie sam the best I will never forget them still drive by the store

Francine Zuccaro

October 5, 2004

Dear Aunt Lorraine,Sam, Sharon,Roselle,Mary Jane and Jerry,



Please accept my deepest sympathy in the loss of a wonderful husband,loving father,grandfather,greatgrandfather ,brother,and uncle.

Your Dad was a wonderful person,full of life and love.

You should be very proud of him and his legacy that he leaves to all of you. May God give you strength during this difficult time.

I'm so sorry I was unable to be there,but know that you all were in my thoughts and prayers over the weekend.

Lovingly,

Francine

Ann & Nick Schneider and Family

October 3, 2004

Dear Lorraine & Family,



I really hope you remember us, we lived across the street at 6969, with our three children, Niki, Michael and Monika. My children, as we did, thought Joe and you were great neighbors to have, especially when I (Ann) locked us all out of our house when they were little and came for help to you, just to use your phone of course. My middle guy thought it was so great that someone of Joe's age was not only driving but also enjoying golf, which he also loves to play. We lived in the neighborhood for 19 years until we felt it necessary to move, but always think back on some of the wonderful neighbors we had.



We send you and yours our deepest heartfelt condolences. Joe and you were not only great neighbors, but also wonderful Christian people.



With admiration,

Donna Delisi-Thau

October 2, 2004

Dear, Sam & Sharon, Mary Jane & Jerry, Roselle & Aunt Lorraine,



I want you including extended family, to know that you are in my thoughts and in my prayers during this time of sadness. I am sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved Dad. God must have needed someone special to fill his rose garden when he called him home.



This is how I choose to remember our Dear Uncle Joe. First and foremost he is one of the best storytellers, ever! He truly was the patriarch of the Delisi family. How blessed we are, to have had such a role model teaching us strong family values the Italian way, guiding us to follow in Grandma’s and Grandpa’s footprints through deep religious roots and leading us in the American way to open doors by showing us how a simple boy with good ethics and hard work would become a well known and respected successful business man deep in the heart of Chicago.



My prayer for our immence family is that God will give us strength and comfort during these days and the days to follow. As well as to find peace in knowing that he is born to eternal life and will forever be surrounded by family and friends.



Lovingly cousins, Ray, Donna & A.J.

Greg and Sandra Maurice

October 1, 2004

To the Delisi Family:

Our deepest sympathies are with you! Greg has many fond memories of Mr. Delisi that he has shared with me. He was a wonderful man! Joe and Lorraine always looked so cute together! They were lucky to have each other. He was also a wonderful father and great entrepreneur!

Cynthia Infantino

October 1, 2004

"Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be comforted."

(Matthew 5:4)

With love and prayers, Cindy

Larry & Donna Scarpaci

September 30, 2004

To Our Gaurdian Angel:

Doc,

Sorry for your loss, but I told my Dad to take your Dad for a spin around HEAVEN, he will keep an eye on him for you.

Donna & I also know that if you are a product of your father, he must have been a Great man.



Love, the Scarpaci Family

Marilyn Sarlo

September 30, 2004

Dear Dr. Delisi and Family:



My deepest sympathies to you and your family on the passing of your dad. I am sure all of your friends, family as well as your patients can understand your pain at this most difficult time.



It is important to remember the good times you all shared with him and that our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.



Again, my condolences on your loss.

Rosanne Kleinhans

September 30, 2004

Uncle Joe has been a wonderful patriarch of the Delisi family. His kind demeanor & generous outlook on life will always be in my thoughts when I think of him. His cheery personality will be sorely missed.

God bless & keep him.

Love,

Rosanne

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