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Louis Dedo Obituary
Louis "Lou" J. Dedo, age 93, our treasured father, grandfather, great-grandfather, uncle and friend to all, left us while sleeping peacefully at home on Tuesday, April 25, 2023.
Louis is survived by his two loving children Edward CPD, Angela (Bruce) Bertalmio; grandchildren Marina (Marty), Aaron MD, Jessica, Nicole, and Brittany; great grandchildren, Louis and Dean; and numerous nieces and nephews and countless friends.
He is preceded in death by his cherished wife Rosie; son John; his parents; and his twelve siblings.
Louis will be remembered for being a Master Chief of the United States Coast Guard for 26 years. The last ship he commanded was The Wedge out of New Orleans, LA. Avid Polka dancer and proud member of Polka USA. Therapy Tuesday at Major Hall. Fondly called the Happy Birthday Guy. He enjoyed his Crossword puzzles, Jeopardy and Wheel of Fortune. He was a longtime resident of the Vittum Park -Midway area and a longtime parishioner and Usher of Our Lady of the Snows Parish.
Services for Louis will begin on Friday, April 28, 2023 with a visitation at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 102 E. Francis Rd. in New Lenox, from 4pm-8:30pm. Services will continue the following day with a brief visitation at the funeral home from 9am-10:30am, a Mass of Christian Burial will be held at St. Jude Catholic Church in New Lenox at 11am. Louis will be laid to rest next to his wife and son at Resurrection Cemetery in Justice, IL.
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Ben Benson
July 20, 2024
I served under Master Chief Dedo back in 71 on board the USCGC Wedge. What an inspiration. Always called us Sam! Fair Winds and Following Seas Chief!
Ben Benson DCC USCG ret
Robert Lewandowski
April 25, 2024
Rest in Peace Lou ! Save a Polka for Rosie ! My prayers to Ed and Angela and their families and all those that loved you ! Bob Lewandowski retired funeral director Richard-Midway Funeral Home
C
December 6, 2023
I received a phone call from someone who was in the military with Louis and wanted to find a way to send his condolences. I work at the village of New Lenox and tried to help him with this. The way he spoke of Louis it warmed my heart. I am truly sorry for your loss and know that you are comforted by the amount of people who loved and admired him. God Bless.
Stacy Krueger
May 20, 2023
I am so sorry to hear of Lou´s passing. I have such fond memories growing up next door to the Dedo family. Lou was always there to lend a helping hand. He had such a big personality and great sense of humor. He is now reunited in heaven with his beloved wife Rose and his son John. My thoughts and prayers are with the family. Stacy Krueger
Stu Sikora
May 5, 2023
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief.
Ed Dedo
May 3, 2023
Dad We miss you
Barb/Renee
May 1, 2023
My family & I first met the Dedo family in the 60's when they moved to Alabama Street in New Orleans. They always welcomed us into their home and hearts! Mr. Lou served his country proudly, never met a stranger and was an inspiration to many. Rest easy Mr. Lou...
Geri Bilecki - Diamond, Illinois
April 30, 2023
I was very sorry to read of Lou's death. I know that his son, Eddie, was very devoted to him. My cousins, Lorraine and Roman, of the Ampol-Aires Polka band were very close to him in his "dancing" days. My deceased husband, Marty, and Lou's son Eddie were fellow Polish American Police Association Members for many years. God Bless him and his family. Geri Bilecki
Tony and Lisa Wilkins
April 28, 2023
Condolences to the Dedo family. We are good friends of Mike Zaucha and cousin Eddie. God bless Lou to a safe journey home.
Tony and Lisa Wilkins
New Port Richey, FL
312-550-4413
Richard Sobczak
April 27, 2023
The love and respect of our family to your family began at birth for my brother & myself. The bond the families had already made has given us many great memories. Our sincere condolences to your family in this time of prayer and loss. Proud to be the godson of this great man. Love you all Dedo family.
Richard Sobczak CCP
Lima, OH
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Visitation
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Kurtz Memorial Chapel - New Lenox102 E. Francis Rd. P.O. Box 129, New Lenox, IL 60451
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Kurtz Memorial Chapel - New Lenox102 E. Francis Rd. P.O. Box 129, New Lenox, IL 60451
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