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Joseph Loduca Obituary

Loduca D.D.S., Joseph Beloved husband of Nancy (nee Lance) Loduca. Loving Father of Rebecca (Matthew) Belger. Papa of Stella. Loving brother of Jeannine (Richard) Jaworowski, Michael (Donna) Loduca and Maria (Kenneth) Wroblewski. Dearest uncle of Gina (Dave) Canon, Richard (Laura) and Joseph (Linda) Jaworowski, Kenneth (Meredith), Nicholas (Katie) and Alexa Wroblewski. Cherished great-uncle of 13. Resting at the Clearing Funeral Home, 5800 West 63rd Street, Chicago. Funeral Friday March 2, 2018 at 8:30 a.m. to St. Symphorosa Church. Mass of Christian Burial 9:30 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Justice, Illinois. Visitation Thursday 3-8 p.m. Member of St. Symphorosa Parish Council, Fellow in the Academy of General Dentistry, Founding Member, Vice-President and Chairman of the United Business Association of Midway, Commissioner of the Midway Airport Noise Compatibility and the Southwest Home Equity Assurance Program and past Chairman of the Iroquois District of the Boy Scouts of America, Chicago Area Council. Donations to Saint Rita of Cascia High School, 7740 S. Western Avenue, Chicago 60620 appreciated. 773/284-5755.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 28, 2018.

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Therese Sonnemaker

June 21, 2018

I'm so sorry to hear this news today. Dr. Loduca has been my mom's dentist as well as mine and my children ever since he opened his first office on Kedzie in Mt. Greenwood. I'll never find a more qualified, kinder or gentle dentist. Heaven has gained a true angel with my parents.

Penny J

March 7, 2018

Our sincere condolences to the family and friends of Dr. Loduca. Draw close to God in prayer in your time of grief as he promises to stay close to you. Romans 12:12

Sandy Hansel

March 6, 2018

I was lucky to know and work with Dr. Joe as his hygienist for many years! He was a wonderful dentist, boss and friend! May he Rest In Peace! Sending hugs to his dear family during this very difficult time

Colleen (Gartland) Manata

March 5, 2018

Joey was the nicest guy and the best dentist ever! He will be missed.

Cassandra Wysocki-Finefield

March 3, 2018

Dr. Loduca was the greatest dentist I have ever had. He will be missed tremendously. I am so sorry for your loss.

Paul Crisanti

March 3, 2018

TO THE GOOD DOCTOR:
He was interested in you as a complete person.
He wanted to know about you and your life.
He always spoke softly, but looked you in the eye.
He was gentle of hand, and in all other ways.
He was caring.
He was fair.
He was generous.
He will always be missed.
He will never be forgotten.
Farewell, good doctor.

Eunice Cronin

March 2, 2018

I'm so sorry to hear about his passing. I've known him as son- in-law of our late neighbors Marion & Harriet Lance& dear husband of Nancy, respected dentist in the neighborhood. Had the privilege of having him as a Homehealth patient for a short time, though very sick, he was always nice and pleasant. Heaven gained another angel! May he Rest In Peace! My sincere condolences to Nancy and entire family!
- Eunice R. Cronin
(Palos Homehealth)

Linda Dougherty

March 1, 2018

Thinking of the whole Loduca Family during this sad and difficult time. Please know that you all are in our thoughts and prayers and we are most sincerely sorry for your loss.
Linda Dougherty & Annie Miskewitch Families

Thomas Villardito Family

March 1, 2018

To the entire Loduca Family. Please accept our deepest condolences and prayers during this time of loss. Joe was the best, thoughtful and gentle man we had the privilege to know His passing will have a great impact on his family and community. Wishing you peace and blessings during this difficult time

Linda Hnatow

March 1, 2018

Nancy and family so sorry for your loss. I went to St Symphorosa grammar school with Joe. He helped me and Shirley Duray with our grammar school reunion. He will be missed.
Linda (Slabik) and Mark Hnatow

The Marcello Family

March 1, 2018

Dear Nancy,
Our sincere condolences to you and your family in your time of sorrow.
Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.

March 1, 2018

How many people shed a tear when they hear of the passing of their dentist? The answer is anyone who knew "Joe Loduca". Our condolences to the Loduca family. Joe is missed greatly and always remembered fondly. Mark, Theresa, & Caleb Schmidt

Deborah Weaver

March 1, 2018

Dear Maria and Family,

So very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this difficult time.

Jim and Debbie (Clemmons) Weaver

Melanie Wojtulewicz

March 1, 2018

What a guy! He will never be replaced.

Tim & Nancy Kois

March 1, 2018

All our thoughts and prayers go out to the Loduca family at this sad time. As patients of Dr. Loduca, ("Gentle Joe") was the the gentlest dentist you could ever go to. He will always have a special place in our hearts.

Carol Golab

March 1, 2018

Nancy please accept my prayers for your husband Dr. Joe.

Carol Golab

March 1, 2018

Nancy please accept my prayers for your husband Dr. Joe.

Dusty Sullivan

March 1, 2018

He was an awesome person, friend, and family member. My only dentist for 35 years. I'm so sad. Rest in peace Dr Loduca. You are and will always be missed.

February 28, 2018

I'm so sorry for your loss.
May the God of all comfort strengthen you at this difficult time, because he cares for you.

February 28, 2018

I'm sorry for your loss, in God's word it says he will undo suffering and reunite us with our loved ones.

February 28, 2018

I'm very sorry for your loss. As a long time patient, I was impressed by his gentle soul.

Marilyn Boettger

Kelly Pfeifer - Garr

February 28, 2018

Wishing you peace to bring you comfort, courage to face the days ahead and loving memories to forever hold in your heart. May the love of those around you help you through. Prayers to you and your family. Sincerely,
The Pfeifer - Garr Family
Keith & Kelly Garr (Pfeifer)
Judy, and Leonel Pfeifer

February 28, 2018

Heaven certainly gained one of the best. He was my family dentist for at least 15 years and my kids and I actually looked forward to appointments. How many can say they looked forward to going to the dentist? I'm so saddened by this news, but he will never be forgotten. We are all blessed to have known him.

The Cundari Family

E Quillen

February 28, 2018

Dr Joe was my dentist from 1979 to 2002, I moved out of state. He was the family dentist, my son, my sister's, their children. He was the best; I have had 4 dentists in the last 16 years; no one can compare. May the Lord comfort family and friends.

marion Laverde

February 28, 2018

Sending my prayers to the family.He is going to be missed.the most wonderful person heart of gold.

Ruth Campagna

February 28, 2018

My heartfelt condolences to the entire Loduca family. I pray that you will be able to find peace and comfort in the loving memories of your wonderful times together.

Maryan, Bill and Alex Cesarini

February 28, 2018

Our most sincere and heartfelt condolences to you and your family... May your husband rest in eternal peace...may God be with you during this time of deep sorrow and may you find the comfort you need in your husbands loving and cherished memory. Love and Prayers...

Karen "Smith" Delestowicz

February 28, 2018

Dr. Loduca was my family's dentist for almost 40 years. He had always taken the time to ask about my mother (who has now passed) and my father. He knew I was a teacher, so we always chatted about my latest classes. We were shocked to hear he was so sick. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family during this difficult time. He will be missed.

Tom & Linda Kois

February 28, 2018

While there is no way we can feel your pain, we do feel your loss. Peace and love to you and your family during this sorrowful time.

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