Name: Visitation for Santo Salvatore Bruno
Start: 2017-10-06T20:00:00.000Z
End: 2017-10-07T02:00:00.000Z
Location: Skaja Terrace Funeral Home - Niles

Bruno, Santo "Sam" Salvatore 96, passed away October 2, 2017, beloved husband of 54 years to the late Frances (nee Wiercinski); loving father of Cynthia, Michael (Ann), Cheryl (Joseph) Melone, and Joseph; proud grandfather of Michelle (Jamie) Wild, Jason, Vincent, Stefanie (Scott) Hein, and Nicholas; dear brother of the late Joseph (Ann), the late Michael (Bernice), and the late Antoinette (Anthony) Schillaci. Sam was a graduate of North Park College, attended the University of Michigan and Northwestern University. He worked for Blue Cross Blue Shield for 34 years, retiring as Vice President of Special Hospital Accounts, helping to develop the first HMO concept. Sam served as a Village of Niles Trustee from 1959 to 1967. In 1969 he was appointed as Chairman of the Fire and Police Commission of Niles, retiring from that position after 40 years. He served as Chairman of the Maine Township Regular Democratic Organization from 1972 to 1994. Sam was a World War II Navy Veteran, inducted March 17, 1944 serving in the Pacific Theatre aboard the USS LST 710. He was part of a 400 ship convoy that was attacked in the Mindanao Straits while headed for the invasion and re-capture of Manila. He was inducted into the National Softball Hall of Fame in 2000. Visitation at Skaja Terrace Funeral Home, 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave., Niles Friday from 3:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral Saturday 9:15 a.m. to St. Juliana Church for Mass 10:00 a.m. Entombment at All Saints Mausoleum. Info: 847-966-7302 or www.skajafuneralhomes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Oct. 4, 2017.

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Tom Jodis

November 16, 2022

My condolences on Sam's passing. My first job out of college was at Blue Cross in sales - Sam was my first sales manager there in his role as Regional Vice-President in Oak Brook - and he taught me well. Not only how to sell but how to be a better person - as a kid fresh out of college I was so fortunate to have Sam as a strong influence in both my professional and personal life.

Thanks to his taking the time to work with me and develop my skills I was able to go on and enjoy a very successful career in sales and in management. I used what Sam taught me and gave back as I mentored young people entering the workforce.

I often used many examples that Sam shared with me with them and made sure that when they got further along in their career they gave back just as Sam did with me. He was truly one of a kind.

I have a friend that tells me memories make you rich - thanks to Sam - I consider myself a very rich man with so many good memories of my time working for and with Sam.

Cheryl and Joe Melone

October 7, 2017

There are no words to express how sad you feel when your remaining parent passes. Dad was our source of strength, knowledge, encouragement and determination for many years. He was such a strong and caring person and I wish it wasn't his time yet. We will miss him beyond belief. We love you more than you could know. Rest In Peace and love.

Carol (Tofel) Wagner

October 6, 2017

Just wanted to offer my condolences to the entire Bruno family.

My earliest memories of your dad were when he would stop by the house for a signature or to speak to them about something happening in the Village. In recent years your dad and I wrote each other long letters at Christmas updating one another on our families. Your dad also included history of our block, Lawler. Really loved getting those letters.

David G Rich

October 4, 2017

Dear Cheryl, Cynthia and Joseph please accept our deepest condolences for the passing of your Dad. May the God of all comfort be with you during this difficult time. Philippians 4:6,7

October 4, 2017

Our condolences to the Bruno family. May we lean on God because He is our refuge and strength, A help that is readily found in times of distress.

Jim Doherty

October 4, 2017

I served with Sam as an usher at St. Juliana. He was a friendly and intelligent man who went out of his way for others. He will be missed.

October 4, 2017

During this difficult time, know you are thought of by many. May you find comfort and peace in the many memories you share. Trust in God who cares for you and knows and shares your pain (Isaiah 63:9)

October 4, 2017

I wish to give my condolences for the loss of your loved one,may the god of all comfort grant you peace doing this difficult time.(Matthew 5;4)

Eddie Mocogni

October 3, 2017

Mike to you and your family my thoughts and prayers are with you Eddie Mocogni

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