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Ladonna Naleck Obituary

Naleck, Ladonna (nee Roberts), age 56, beloved wife of Leonard, loving mother of Joseph (Dona), Jennifer, and Richard, dear grandmother of Alexis and Joey, cherished daughter of Therese Roberts, beloved sister of Jim (Debbie) Roberts, Patty Ridge, and Gwen Biasi, fond aunt and great-aunt of many. Visitation at the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave. Niles on Thursday and Friday from 3:00-9:00 pm. Funeral Saturday 9:00 am to St. Mary Church Mass 10 am. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network 2141 Rosecrans Ave. Ste 7000 El Segundo, CA 90245 appreciated. Funeral info: 847-966-7302 or www.skajafuneralhomes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 26, 2010.

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Mick

May 20, 2024

Always Remembered!

Mick

May 20, 2022

Still in My Heart Ladonna, as is all the family.

Mick

September 11, 2010

I think about you La on the days I think about the boys, which are many. I miss you. :-) You are in my Heart.

Mary Arndt

July 13, 2010

Dear Naleck/Roberts Family;
So very sorry, this is being posted after LaDonna's passing. Our condolences are with ALL of you. You are in our thoughts and prayers. With Deepest Sympathy, Mary Arndt & Heather Underwood (Friends of Cindy Roberts)

Martin Goldstein

June 7, 2010

I was saddened to read of your loss and send my condolences to all of you. Wishing you peace in this difficult time.

Lori Smith

June 1, 2010

My deepest and sincere sympathy to you and your family. Your mother was a phenominal woman and she will be deeply missed. My thoughts and prayers are with you. God will give you the strength to get through this sorrowful time, have faith. She is with him, watching over you all. She is truly your angel and will never leave your side. Be strong and know that many people have you in their thoughts and their hearts.

May 29, 2010

Dear Lenny,

I am saddened by your loss. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

May God give you strength during this difficult time.

Your friend,

Bob Martinelli

May 28, 2010

Dear Naleck family,
We are very sorry about the loss of Ladonna. I have great memories of her while gowning up with Joe. she will be deeply missed by all that knew her.

John and Yvonne Morrongiello

Kimberly Sawyer

May 28, 2010

Dear Gwen,

So sorry to hear of your beloved sister's passing. My prayers are with you.

May 28, 2010

Dear Lenny,
You don't know me but my brother Tom Phillips is a dear friend of yours. Tom and I are close and the loss of Ladonna has saddened him deeply. I will keep you and your family in my prayers. May your wonderful memories give you some comfort.
With Deepest Sympathy
Loretta Garo

steban maldonado

May 27, 2010

:(.....

Bernardo Maldonado

May 27, 2010

Dear Lenny,Joe,Ricky,jenny and anyone else close to Ladonna,

Having just lost my father recently , I
know and can sympathize with what you're going through.

Your mom was like a second mother to me
and I'll carry all those memories we shared at whitehall for the rest of my life . No matter what or when ,she was always there for me when I needed someone to talk to or encouragement when things were tough ,She always had a smile on her face and a hug to dispense . She's not gone , she'll live in my heart and your hearts for ever and her beautiful spirit will carry on in everyone she touched .

So you guys keep your head up , I love you all , you've been in my prayers and will continue to be .

May 27, 2010

The Roberts Family, I am so sorry for your loss. Those that pass are kept alive by the memories of those who are left behind. I hope your memories will give comfort in this time of grief. All our best, Cathy Scalzitti-Wright and Family

Mary Ann Longino

May 27, 2010

Dear Lenny and family,
May you find comfort in all of the good memories of the times you shared.
The thoughts and prayers of myself and my children are with you.
If you ever need someone to talk to, I am here for all of you.
Your cousin Mary Ann (Mimi).

Alison Wilson

May 27, 2010

Jenny, While Josh and I can't be there, please know that we are sending you all of our love. We are thinking of you and your family. You are in our hearts.

Much love
Alison and Josh

Vita & Jerry Burdi

May 27, 2010

Dear Naleck family:
To all of you we pray for your strength during this time of loss. Your sister will always be with you in your hearts and you will all keep her memory alive. God bless you all, with our sincere sympathy,

Dawn Monge

May 27, 2010

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

Tom & Bev Lee

May 26, 2010

Dear Lenny & Family,

Our sincere sympathy to you and your family. May you find comfort in warm memories and know that we are keeping you in our prayers.

Mr. Mick

May 26, 2010

We want to be with them now. There time is not ours, not anymore. They don't feel our pain, only our Love. Now all they know is Love, so give it to them, never stop. Feel La, Touch La, See her in everything! Know this my family, she will always be here, until we all are together again Forever. As long as it takes: Time never heals, We carry on because we have too! La's not alone, I told my boys she was coming. They'll keep her busy. ;- )

May 26, 2010

I know that there are no words that can fill the emptiness in your heart - but perhaps it will help to know that others care. May God be with you all. Lois DeLong Kenyon (Huntley, IL)

Rose Ann Maggio-Rossi

May 26, 2010

Dear Lenny,

I am terribly sorry to hear about Ladonna; my deepest sympathy.

May God give you and your family strength and courage during your time of need.

Lucille Morrongiello

May 26, 2010

Dear Naleck Family,
I am so sorry for your loss. I knew Ladonna when Joe and my son John went to school together. She was always very sweet and understanding and I know she will be missed by all. I will keep you all in my prayers.
Lucille & Anthony
Morrongiello

Fred & Virg Naleck

May 26, 2010

Dear Lenny, your children, and Terri:
She is not gone. Ladonna will live forever in your loving hearts.

Joan Holub

May 26, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

More Cubs Game Fun... Ladonna's in the middle

Gwen Biasi

May 26, 2010

May 26, 2010

Dear Len and Family,

We were deeply saddened when we learned of your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you in your time of sorrow.
Mike & Jean Lundin & Family

GERRI NALECK

May 26, 2010

LEN AND FAMILY,I KNOW YOU LOVED LADONNA VERY MUCH AND WILL MISS HER TERRIBLY. SHE IS ADDED TO GOD'S CHOIR OF ANGELS NOW AND IS AT PEACE. I PRAY THAT GOD WILL HELP YOU AND THE FAMILY THROUGH THIS TRANSITION.

Ladonna, far right, at a Cubs Playoff Game with sister Gwen and daughter Jenny

Gwen Biasi

May 26, 2010

Kim Chlupsa

May 26, 2010

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

Larry Bryski

May 26, 2010

Dear Len and Family,

It was with a great sense of loss when I heard of Ladonna's death.

I wanted to let you know that you have my greatest sympathy, and my heart is truly saddened.

Ladonna was more than just a wonderful person and I know that her passing will not only leave a void in your lives, but in the hearts of all those who knew her.

Ladonna will always remain within our hearts, and I have included Ladonna and your family in my prayers. May God give you strength.

Larry Bryski

Larry Bryski

May 26, 2010

Dear Len and Family,

It was with a great sense of loss when I heard of Ladonna's death.

I wanted to let you know that you have my greatest sympathy, and my heart is truly saddened.

Ladonna was more than just a wonderful person and I know that her passing will not only leave a void in your lives, but in the hearts of all those who knew her.

Ladonna will always remain within our hearts, and I have included Ladonna and your family in my prayers. May God give you strength.

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