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Steve Pistro

1954 - 2017

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1954

DIED

2017

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Steve Pistro Obituary

Pistro, Steve John Of Appleton, WI, age 62, passed away June 13, 2017. Steve was born October 29, 1954 to John and Josephine Pistro (nee Kowalczyk) of Chicago, IL who preceded him in death. He is survived by his loving brother, John J. Pistro; sister-in-law, Petra Pikelis; niece, Melinda Pikelis; nephew, Christopher Pikelis of Indiana; cousins, Alan Bednarek of Texas, Margaret Termos of Illinois, Marge Wesson and Chet Mrozek of California and many, many friends. Steve was a graduate of Thorton Community College, Chicago State University and University of Illinois where he received his Master's Degree in Chemistry. He was formerly employed by Nashua in Omaha, NE and retired from Intertape Polymer Group in Menasha, WI. His interests included model railroads, music and travel. Steve was well loved and will be missed by all who knew him. Chapel Service 10:00 a.m., Tuesday, June 20, 2017 at Opyt Funeral Home, 13350 S. Baltimore Ave., Chicago, IL 60633. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery, Calumet City, IL. Visitation 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Monday, June 19, 2017. (773) 646-1133 or www.opytfh.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jun. 18, 2017.

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Nancy Bortolameolli

June 20, 2017

Everyone at Senior Helpers extends our deepest sympathies. We didn't know Steve long, but he was a joy to talk with!

Deborah Martin

June 19, 2017

John and Petti, my thoughts and prayers are with you. I so wish I could make it today and be with you.

David and Althea

June 19, 2017

John please accept our sincere condolences for your loss. May the words at Matthew 5:4 help comfort you and the family during this difficult time.

June 18, 2017

My condolences to the family. May God comfort you during this difficult time.

EDWARD JOCUS

June 17, 2017

Sorry to hear about your loss. Steve will be greatly missed by family and friends. God bless you.

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13350 S. Baltimore Ave., Chicago, IL 60633

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