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Joseph Pecora Obituary

Pecora, Joseph T. Age 87, WWII Army Veteran, of Burr Ridge, passed away in Naples, FL on Thanksgiving Day. Beloved husband of Amelia Ping and the late Irene (nee Leestma) and Melinda (nee Bradas); loving father of Jeanne (Evan) Chiligiris, Donna Demis, Robert and Joseph (Kathy) and the late Michael Pecora; dear grandfather of 7; great-grandfather of 1; fond brother of Frank Pecora and the late Peter, Tony and Carm; uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Saturday 1:15 p.m. from Modell Funeral Home, 7710 S. Cass Ave., Darien to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church Mass 2:00 p.m. Interment Clarendon Hills Cemetery. Visitation Friday 3:00-9:00 p.m. In lieu of flowers, donations to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church, 8404 S. Cass Ave., Darien, IL 60561 or Our Lady of Peace parking lot replacement fund 701 Plainfield Rd., Darien, IL 60561 would be appreciated. For funeral info: 630-852-3595 or www.modelldarien.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Dec. 3, 2014.

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February 2, 2015

Just back from Europe and was informed that Joe passed. I was heartbroken to hear this news. I thought he was the most loving father to you all and devoted to our Irene. Please get in touch with me, so we can talk. [email protected]
My love to you all, Marguerite Elkins

Joe and Theresa Rizzo

December 16, 2014

We just heard about Joe's passing at a subdivision Christmas party this weekend. We bought our home from Joe in 1987. He was so sweet and kind. He loved how much we loved his home. We are so sorry for the loss of such a great friend. Our thoughts and prayers are with his entire family during this very hard time.

December 8, 2014

Sharing in your sadness as you remember Joe. We may have to let go, but we never have to forget. Joe will stay forever in our hearts. What we have once enjoyed deeply we can never lose. All that we love deeply becomes part of us. I will miss Joe's smiles.
I will miss his soft calm tone of his voice. Always well spoken. He was quiet in his nature. A good listener. I will miss his youthful and vigorous spirit. Always cheerful. I will miss him dearly. Joe was the best. Always spoke kind. Always thoughtful. I will miss seeing him. Life won't be exactly the same without his presence.

With Sympathy,

Greta

December 5, 2014

Joe was the sweetest and kindest man I ever knew. Suffering in your loss. Rest in peace Joe.

Lady Ann

December 5, 2014

What an amazing person and what a remarkable life. My heart goes out to your family.

SP

Ken Kufner

December 5, 2014

To Amelia and the Pecora family,

My sincerest condolences on the passing of Joe. When I worked at Edgewood Valley for approximately 25 years, Joe always treated me with the greatest respect and always very fairly to say the least! I know there's a golf course in heaven, and I hope he's having the round of his life with all of the other members who has passed on, but will remain in our hearts forever just like Joseph will too.

May the grace and love of God be with you and your family at this time, and may he always rest in peace in the loving arms of our Lord Jesus Christ. Amen

Respectfully yours,


Ken Kufner
Darien, IL

EHA

December 5, 2014

Celebrating the life of a good man and mourning his passing with you.

December 4, 2014

Sending HEALING PRAYERS and COMFORTING HUGS. My deepest sympathies to your family.

~ There are no words...

CMS

Frank Smetana

December 3, 2014

My sincere condolences to the family. Joe was a super person to work for.

December 3, 2014

I'm sorry for the lost of your loved one. May our heavenly father be your strength in this time of sorrow.1 Corinthians 15:26

M L

December 3, 2014

There is no death, Only a change of worlds.

Much Love & Sweet Loving Condolences To The Family & Other Friends of Mr. Joseph Pecora. You Will Be Missed. You Were Great on Earth! You Will Be Greater in the Heavenly Universe.

With Love,

MCL

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5

Visitation

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

Modell Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Darien

7710 South Cass Avenue, Darien, IL 60561

Dec

6

Funeral

1:15 p.m.

Modell Funeral Home & Cremation Services - Darien

7710 South Cass Avenue, Darien, IL 60561

Dec

6

Funeral Mass

2:00 p.m.

Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church

8404 S. Cass Ave., Darien, IL

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7710 South Cass Avenue, Darien, IL 60561

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