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Joseph Fontana Obituary

Fontana, Joseph "Pepe" beloved husband of Dee, loving father of Theresa (Gregory) Nevills, dear grandfather of Michalene (John) Dalton, Joseph and Vincent Nevills, great-grandfather of Jason, dear brother of Dora (late Cesare) Colombini, Julia (late Emo) Magnani and Norma (Othello) Casali, favorite uncle and friend of many. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. at Salerno's Galewood Chapel, 1857 N. Harlem Ave., Chicago, Douglas Peterson, funeral director. Funeral Saturday, 11:45 a.m. to St. Celestine Church, Mass 12:30 p.m. Entombment St. Joseph Cemetery. Funeral info 773-889-1700.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 28, 2009.

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Janelle

July 31, 2009

Dee...now that i know this message board exists, you'll have 2 hear my thoughts 2 (there will be no redundancy between mine & those here before me!) maybe heaven is a paradisical meeting place, but Joe is here with us, our beloved Angel. He helps u get movin when life tries 2 pull u under. He opens my door when he sees I'm alone & falling apart. He says "Hi" and that he loves us when his eyes, his soul, comes through the eyes of my babies. And I'm sure he's still around 2 steal/hide candy! Between his presence, that of the Divine, and all of us on this side with you, you will enjoy life again.

denise cole

July 22, 2009

Dee,
I am so very sorry. I can't even put into words how sorry I truly am. I will be praying for strength, peace, and wisdom for you. I pray you will be able to have comfort in the remembrence of all the good times you had with Joe, and be able to let go of what is now gone, and find comfort in the love of our heavenyl father.

July 17, 2009

Dear Uncle Pepe, there is not a day that goes by that I do not think about you. The girls ask about you daily. We have so many wonderful memories. Thanks for being such a great unlce to me and the girls. Thanks for all the wonderful vacations ( at least the ones that I can remember. LOL). You were our favorite unlce and there is not enogh room to explain why! Please watch out for us and we will see you soon. Give Nonna a huge for me. I love you very much and you will be greatly missed. Gigi

July 14, 2009

Dear Theresa,
I just heard about our so loved "Pepe".
I'm so sorry. I can't believe it. Dee thanks for all the updates at Christmastime. It really meant much.

Linda Lagon, Villa Park, IL

Donna Jones

May 30, 2009

Dear Dee, Theresa and family,
I am so sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Tomeka Collins

May 30, 2009

Dee Fontana and Family,

You are in my thoughts and prayers during your time of sorrow. Remember that Earth has no sorrow that heaven can't heal. Remain prayerful...

BART

May 30, 2009

Uncle Pep- Thanks for the love - advice in our youth - support as we grew up - I will always have you in my heart and never forget you ! Love Bart

May 29, 2009

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and all your family. I am so sorry for your loss. May Gods blessings be with you all.
Larry and Terri Jennings and Family

Edna Hill

May 29, 2009

Dear Dee
My sincere condolences on the loss of your husband. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Edna Hill

May 29, 2009

Dear Dee,
Your husband has passed on to a better place. My prayers and deepest sympathy go out to you and your family. GOD will continue to provide strength to help everyone get through this tough time.
-God Bless

Edna Hill

May 29, 2009

Your father has passed on to a better place. My prays and deepest sympathy go out to you and your family, GOD will continue to provide strength to help everyone get through this tough time.

Ron and Rita Nemchausky

May 29, 2009

Dear Theresa and family,
Your dear Dad is now in heaven where he will suffer no more. I know this time is hard. Know that Ron and I are praying for you, your family, and your Dad. May he rest in peace.
In Jesus' love,
Ron and Rita Nemchausky

Donna McGrath

May 29, 2009

Dear Dee, Theresa, Michalene, Joe and Vince,
Thirty years of memories: "double dates" with Joe, Theresa and my own father, the birth of Michalene, Joe and Vince; pinochle, the pool with the kids and even the race track in our younger years. He was simply a wonderful man, and will be greatly missed! Our prayers are with you all.

Pat Daniel & Jeanette Smiley

May 29, 2009

Dee, Sometimes life takes turns that no one can expect. Deepest sympathies on your loss.... May God keep you and your family strong at this difficult time.

May 29, 2009

Pep, Thanks for the fireworks when we were kids,thanks for introducing us to football,hockey,professional sports,thanks for slipping us a drink when we were to young.There always is a favorite uncle when growing up and you were ours.

Courtney Thorson (UIC Echo)

May 29, 2009

Dee, So sorry to hear of the loss of your dear husband. My thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family during this difficult time.

May 29, 2009

Dee,
So sorry to hear about your husband's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you during this time of sorrow. We (your tele/stepdown friends/family) are always here - if you need us.
Alexis and 6WSD Staff

Marilu Luna

May 28, 2009

Dee,
I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

Kim & John Haukland

May 28, 2009

Dee,
We are so sorry to hear about Joe. He was one of the nicest people we have ever met. We will always remember the great time we had in Santa Barbara with the 2 of you! May God bless you during this difficult time. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Alisa & Dan Murchek (UIC ER)

May 28, 2009

Dee,

We are so sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you and your family.

Larry Kopp

May 28, 2009

Dee I am shocked and saddened to hear of your husbands passing. I offer my condolences to you and your family during this sorrowful time. Larry Kopp.

Marianne Riley-Jensen

May 28, 2009

Dee ,Sorry to hear of your loss. May all your good memories comfort you .

Rosa Lujen

May 28, 2009

Dee and Family:
May the lord shield you and your family during these difficult times.
God bless you and your family.
Rosa I. Lujen (Heart CNTR.)

Esmeralda Castillo (UIC ER)

May 28, 2009

Dee~
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Esmeralda Castillo (UIC ER)

May 28, 2009

Dee,
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Cynthia Janulaitis

May 28, 2009

Dee

So sorry to hear of Joe's death. My thoughts are with you at this time of sorrow.

Kevin Fahey

May 28, 2009

Dee - You are in my prayers. Joe was a great guy. I was lucky to know him.

KEVIN AND SUE ROSS

May 28, 2009

JOE....WE WILL MISS YOU SOOO MUCH. YOU WERE THE BEST THING THAT CAME INTO DEE'S LIFE. WE LOVE YOU.

KEVIN AND ROBBIE ROSS

May 28, 2009

UNCLE JOE....WE WILL TRULY MISS YOU. WE LOVED WHEN YOU SANG US THE "LA LA SONG" WHEN WE WENT ON VACATIONS. WE LOVE YOU.

KEVIN AND ROBBIE

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