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Patricia Benedetto Obituary

Benedetto, Patricia J. (nee Ganza), beloved partner of Jack O'Neill, loving mother of John (Colleen), Scott (Kristen), Jeff, David (Julie), and Tricia (Gary), proud grandmother of Valerie, Joseph, Nicole, Gia, Ashleigh, Anthony, Andrew, David, Kristie and Payton, caring sister of Phil (Elaine) Ganza, life long friend of John Benedetto. Funeral Tuesday, November 3, 2009 9:15 a.m. from the Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 S. Harlem Ave., Tinley Park, IL 60477, to Our Lady of Ridge, Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment in St. Casimir Cemetery. Visitation Monday, November 2, 2009, from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. 708-532-1635 or www.vandenbergfuneralhome .com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Nov. 1, 2009.

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James O'Neil Jr.

December 7, 2009

To the entire Benedetto family,

You know I think of you as family and thought of your Mother as my own. I feel like I have lost my Mother all over again.

Although deeply saddened, I was enlightened that you chose me as a pallbearer.

Mrs. B, I will miss you so much and will especially miss our conversations that we enjoyed on every holiday that came about.

Fondly,
James R. O'Neil Jr.

Lisa Shaughnessy

November 9, 2009

I will always remember Pat as a bright light, and one of the most genuinely kind people I have ever met. My deepest sympathy to the Benedetto family.....

Denise Smith

November 9, 2009

Pat always told me she would like to be remembered as a nice person. She would be so happy to hear that that was the first words out of everyones mouth. Love to the family!

Darlene Ardolino

November 3, 2009

Benedetto Family,
In your time of sorrow, may God's Love sustain you,His power and faith renew you, and touch your heart in a special way. God Bless.

November 3, 2009

Hi John, Colleen and Family, Our Prayers and Thoughts are with you all. Scott, myself and the children are sending our love at this time of sadness. We are very sorry for the loss of your mom and we will have wonderful memories of her at your gatherings. Find comfort in your memories. God Bless you and your family, Scott, Yvonne ,Alyse,Joe and Bryanna.

arlene rubino

November 2, 2009

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

Tina Rizzuto Lovett

November 2, 2009

To the Benedetto family, I was so deeply saddened when I heard the news. My prayers and thoughts are with you all. Your mom was the best, most understanding, caring and loving individual. She will be missed. I am sorry for your loss, but her memory will live on through all of you!

Linda Cooper

November 2, 2009

To the Benedetto family, the LaRussa and Sereikas families send hugs and think beautiful thoughts for all the wonderful memories and good times shared.

November 1, 2009

I am very sorry to hear of your mother's passing. My sister, Sheila and I went to school with you. I remember your mother being at school for parties and field trips bringing along your little sister. We also just lost my mom in June. I happened across the obit looking for a relative (Bartkowiak) that was killed at 99th and Ridgeland. Sad weekend.
Kathy Witt Kozicki

November 1, 2009

Tricia, My heart goes out to you and your family for the loss of your beautiful mom. She will be missed by many. She is a treasure that will live through you. May her memory be eternal. And know that I love you and feel so very sorry for your loss.

Pam Theofanides

Nancie Vicino ( Kawa )

November 1, 2009

To the entire Benedetto family...I am so sad to hear about the passing of your Mom...known to me as Aunt Pat. I have so many memories of her...both happy and sad! She has always been someone I have admired throughout my life for her strength, wisdom and beauty! Such a wonderful person who will definitely be missed. All of you will be in our daily thoughts and prayers. Love to All,
The Vicino Family
(Tom, Nancie, Danny and Brooke)

November 1, 2009

The nurses at the CHF clinic were very sorry to hear of Patricia's passing, we will miss her very much. There are some patients that really touch your heart and she is one we won't forget.
Our prayers are with all of you at this time.

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