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Margaret Balzano Obituary

Balzano, Margaret "Margie" (nee Maggio), beloved wife of John, loving mother and best friend to Gina (David) Marano, Paul (Ceal), John Jr. (Natalie), Ruth Ann (Joseph) Fratto, and Marty Balzano, beloved daughter of the late Martin and Ruth Maggio, dear grandmother of Lauren, Jaclyn, Anthony, Paul, Gina, Francesca, Gianna, Johnny III, Joey, Nicholas, and Michael, dear sister of Jackie (Buddy) Di Vittorio and the late Marty (Rosalie) Maggio, sister-in-law to Ginny (Vic) Faraci and Paula (Tony) Pascente, fond aunt and friend to many. Funeral Thursday, 9:15 a.m., from Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home, 544 W. 31st St., to St. Jerome Croatian Church. Mass 10 a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Member of O.N.I.A.C. Ladies Auxilliary and S.S. Maria Incoronata Club. Please omit flowers. Visitation Wednesday, 2 p.m. to 9 p.m. 312-225-8500

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jul. 8 to Jul. 9, 2008.

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Annette Russo

July 25, 2008

Dear Balzano & DiVittorio Families,
I'm sorry I wasn't able to attend the services. My thoughts, prayers and deepest sympathy are with you always.

Love,
Aunt Nettie

Monica Childs

July 25, 2008

Our deepest sympathy to you and your family. She was a great lady and I know she will be greatly missed. Jackie, I'm so sorry you lost your sister.
Monica Morgan Childs & Family
(Jackie Morgan's --Little Jack's-- daughter)

Fr. Dan Brandt

July 14, 2008

Heartfelt and prayerful condolences from the Chicago Police Chaplains' Unit and the people of Nativity of Our Lord Parish (Bridgeport). Marge was remembered at all Masses here this past weekend and will be remembered in the future as well. May her family and friends know the healing touch of Jesus Christ during this most difficult time!

Anthony & Cara Spalla

July 12, 2008

Dear Johnny, Gina, Paulie, Johnny Boy, RuthAnn and Aunt Jackie, I am so sorry to hear about Margie. It is times like these I hate the most living so far away, She will be missed deeply but never forgotten. She will be in our prayers.

Joe and Al Del Monte

July 12, 2008

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

joan and rich burtner

July 10, 2008

so sorry for your loss..our thoughts and prayers are with your whole family at this very sad time..friends joan and rich burtner bradenton,fl

Joey & Kathy LoBianco

July 10, 2008

To Johnny and family,
I was sadden to hear about your loss of Margie. My condolences to you and the family Our prayers are with her and your loved ones.

Bill & Sheila Fletcher

July 10, 2008

Dear Gina and Family, Our sincere sympathy goes out to you and your family. Your Mother was a strong woman, to go through all she had to deal with. Our prayers and thoughts are with you. May the memories of her help you all get through this difficult time.

Ronald Roti

July 10, 2008

To the Balzano Family
Please accept our condolences on the passing of Margie.

Ronald Roti and Family,
Fred Roti
Rick Roti

D D

July 10, 2008

Im so sorry for your loss, Margie was a beautiful women inside & out, never a Dull moment with her. May beautiful memories give you strength at this difficult time. May God Bless your family.

Rose Ann and Mario Smaldino

July 9, 2008

you are a friend that will be very missed.
as a neighbor we have had a very special relationship.
love,
Rose Ann and Mario

John and Rosemary Gibson

July 9, 2008

Dear John and Family,
Please accept our condolences on the loss of your wife, mother and grandmother. You are in our thoughts and prayers.

Diane & Dan Giglio

July 9, 2008

Gina,
Our hearts go out to you and your family during this difficult time.
Many hugs,

Natalie Hunckler

July 9, 2008

Dear Balzano family,
I want to send my deepest sympathy to you all for the passing of my favorite lady! Working with her (and "yous guys") has been by far one of the greatest highlights of my job! I miss seeing your family, and I will greatly miss Margie! You are an amazing family, and I know that Margie will be with each and every one of you in spirit! Stay strong. My prayers are with you.
Much love,
Natalie Hunckler....aka "Precious"

Linda Moran

July 9, 2008

With deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Linda Moran
Cook County Comptroller's Office

sue sandoval

July 8, 2008

our deepest sympathy to your family we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. jesse and sue sandoval

July 8, 2008

Dear Johnny and Family - please accept our deepest sympathy and know that our prayers are with you. Margie will be dearly missed by many. Sincerely, Ralph and Michelle (Barbagallo) LoCoco

Angie Picciotti/Gasparro

July 8, 2008

Dear Johnny and Family, so very sorry to hear of Margie's passing. She was a sweetheart, as you well know. And she is unforgettable. My condolences to you and your family. Most sincerely, Angie Picciotti/Gasparro

patricia scully (vella)

July 8, 2008

my thoughts are with all of you who lost a wonderful woman. I remember margie when I was a little girl that she was always the life of the party and had such a beautiful smile. She will surely be missed.

Falco & Manna Family

July 8, 2008

We are so sorry, We have heard so many great things about your mother. May god bless you all and help you get through this.

Thomas Galvan

July 8, 2008

My prayers are with you and your family.

Tom Galvan

Theresa Rizzo

July 8, 2008

To my good friends, Johnny, Natalie and their precious sons. We are so sorry for the loss of your mom and grandma. I know how special she was to all of you. She was such a great mother in law to my friend, Natalie. You know we would be together if we hadn't lost our mom too. I know it has been a terrible couple of weeks for your family. I am so sorry. You are in our thoughts and prayers. Love and Hugs. Joe, Theresa, Racquel and Michael

Arlis Kelly

July 8, 2008

No words can express the feeling of sorrow I share with you for the loss of one of a kind woman. Not only as a mother and wife but friend as well.

Arlis

howard and frances odum

July 8, 2008

Our hearts go out to you at this time and in the days ahead.

Irene Asa

July 8, 2008

John & Family
Our thoughts and prayers
she was a great friend.
Irene Asa & Family (DiVittorio)

Operations Center

July 8, 2008

Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort. - Your friends in the O.C. -

Frances Ferro

July 8, 2008

I'm so sorry for such a great loss.

You know, you know...

You are all in my prayers and in my heart.

Daniel and Gina Misch

July 8, 2008

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

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