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1951

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2014

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Cumberland Chapels

8300 West Lawrence Ave.

Harwood Heights, Illinois

Ralph Strocchia Obituary

Strocchia, Ralph W. Born August 20, 1951. Entered into eternal rest on March 8, 2014, where he is reunited with his beloved late wife, Valerie (nee Gorniak). He is survived by his children, Valerie (Vito) Macino, Vanessa (Robert) Sukolowsky and William Strocchia; his sisters, Marion (the late David) Holder and Debra (Paul) LaJoie; his love, Carol Palmer and her children, Carrie (John) Rooney and Randall (Jacqueline) Palmer; his grandchildren, Valerie and Emily Sukolowsky, as well as Nicholas and Noah Rooney, Mason and Cameron Palmer; as well as many nieces, nephews, cousins and many dear friends. Visitation Wednesday, March 12, 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Funeral service Thursday, March 13, 11:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Info www.cumberlandchapels.com or 708-456-8300.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Mar. 11, 2014.

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mikey strocchia

April 12, 2014

ralphie was my cousin haven't seen him in years but this comes as shock and may he rip wit his dad and my dad and all my uncles...

George and Josie Lucente

March 17, 2014

Our sincere condolences on the loss of your father. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you children.

Dale & Janis Bogda

March 13, 2014

Dear Valerie, Vanessa & Billy,
Our deepest sympathy on the loss of your Dad.

Laura Kienlen

March 12, 2014

Val and Tony,
My sincerest and deepest sympathy over the loss of your dad go out to you, your siblings, nieces, Carol, and your entire family. May God's grace, fond memories of your father, and the love of family and friends help you to get through this extremely difficult time.
Keeping you in my prayers.
Much love,
Laura

Carla Gurgone

March 12, 2014

I am so sorry for the loss of your Dad. I remember Ralph fondly from growing up with Billy and he was a good friend of my grandfather, Chickie, and Uncle, Peter Fosco. You are all in my prayers.

The Prisco Family

March 12, 2014

Our sincere sympathies go out to your family on your loss. Your will remain in our thoughts and prayers.

Donna Chaney Gorniak

March 12, 2014

Memories of the 70's and card games that went to the early morning hours come to mind. During those games we laughed and we fought, but no one left the table. No one could tell a funny story or joke like Ralph. His son Billy has that gift. The party was always better when Ralph was there. That sparkle is in his daughter Vanessa. Ralph's big heart and warmth live in his daughter Valerie. The song "Precious and Few" is on my mind. This was one of Ralph and Valerie's songs. Precious and few, how prophetic. Ralph will remain loved and remembered.
Your sister-in-law
Donna Chaney Gorniak

Dina Krska

March 11, 2014

To My dear cousins Valerie, Vanessa & Billy
May the love of friends and family carry you through your grief. Take comfort in knowing that you now have 2 special guardian angels to watch over you.

Kathy Vitale-Baluk

March 11, 2014

I have great memories and a lot of laughs when I lived on Lowe ave . He was always a kind and loving person And just a lot of fun. He truly will be missed by many. My deepest sympathy to all his Family. God Bless All if You

Vanessa Sukolowsky

March 11, 2014

There are no words that can desribe my loss

March 11, 2014

Dear family, I'm sorry for your loss. May you draw close to the god of all comfort during this difficult time. James 4:8

Donna Pinto

March 11, 2014

To my Best Friend & her family.... Words can't describe the sadness I feel for you all. I have known your Dad for many years and he truly was a great Man. He always treated me as one of his own. He will be missed.

Love,
Donna

George & Dawn Ferenzi

March 11, 2014

Sincerest condolences.

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

March 11, 2014

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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Memorial Events
for Ralph Strocchia

Mar

12

Visitation

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

Cumberland Chapels

8300 West Lawrence Ave., Harwood Heights, IL 60706

Mar

13

Funeral service

11:00 a.m.

Cumberland Chapels

8300 West Lawrence Ave., Harwood Heights, IL 60706

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