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Vincent Bentivenga Obituary

Bentivenga Jr., Honorable Judge Vincent E. Age 77, born on November 18, 1936 and passed away on January 2, 2014. Beloved father of Mark (Rachelle - deceased) Bentivenga and Scott (Barbara) Bentivenga; loving grandfather ("Papa Vince") to Rachel, Rick, Jake and Rocco Bentivenga; dear brother of Guy (Bobbie) Bentivenga; loving uncle to Michael, Jimmy, Karen and Steve Bentivenga. Graduate of St. Thomas the Apostle grammar school, Mt. Carmel High School, Loyola University, and DePaul Law School. Highly respected Judge of the Cook County Criminal Court for more than 20 years. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. Paul of the Cross Church, 320 S. Washington Street, Park Ridge, Illinois 60068 or Mt. Carmel High School, 6410 S. Dante Ave., Chicago, IL 60637. Funeral Tuesday, January 7, 9:15 a.m. from Smith Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero, Chicago, to St. Paul of the Cross Church for Mass at 10:00 a.m. Interment will be held privately. Visitation Monday 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Info 773-736-3833 or visit Vincent's memorial at www.smithcorcoran.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 4, 2014.

Memories and Condolences
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January 17, 2014

I am very saddened to hear of the death of my friend. We spent many winters in Naples, Florida. He was a great dancer. Spent time with him at Mongello's,(where we danced.) He was a caring and special person. I will miss his phone calls. He always referred to me as Miss Ohio. Always brought a smile to my face. Vince, keep on dancing. Darla

Bob Egan Jr

January 14, 2014

To all the members of the Bentivenga family, we are truly sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. -Bob Egan Jr and family

January 9, 2014

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

The staff of Rainbow Hospice and Palliative Care

January 7, 2014

The thoughts and prayers of the Mount Carmel High School community are with your family during these days. May the saints of Carmel welcome Vincent into god's eternal embrace and may Our Lady of Mount Carmel wrap you in the mantle of her love and care.

Dave Heaster

January 7, 2014

Guy - I am sorry I couldn't get to the service. I wanted to represent Phil as he was always very fond of you and your brother. Vincent was very kind to Donna and I when we first got married. You both were big favorites of my Grandmother as well. I am sorry for this loss, not just for you but also for all Vincent touched with his kindness. He will be in my prayers right along with Phil.

Leanne McBride(Wood)

January 6, 2014

I am so sorry for you Mark and Scott. Its been many years but great memories of you guys and your dad.

January 6, 2014

My cousin from my Mothers side of the family,Clementine(Schavone)Olsen.She was a good friend of his father and aunt.God Bless Him,May He Rest in Peace. John(Jackie)Olsen

Rich &Jenny Considine

January 6, 2014

Benny and Scott- Im so sorry for your loss. Your in our thoughts and Prayers.

January 6, 2014

Scott, I am very sorry to hear about the passing of your father. May he rest in peace. God bless you and your family. George Robertson and family.

Jo Anne & Don Born

January 5, 2014

Guy-I remember all the happy times we shared as high school friends. Vince was a great brother to you and a friend to all of us south siders. Love and prayers to you and all your family.

January 5, 2014

Mark & Scot
I grew up with your father. Grade and High school. We we even worked together at Chgo Motor club during college. More recently we would get together during his time as a snow bi rd here in Florida.Some of my fondest memories were playing pool at your great grndfathers pool emporium sfter mass on sunday.My prayers are with you.

January 5, 2014

Dear Mark and Scott,

I would like to extend my deepest sympathy to you on the passing of my dear friend Vince. I go back to our days in the Young Democrats and working with him in the Sheriff's office, and we kept in touch over the years, even after I retired to Las Vegas. He was a great attorney, very distinguished judge, but more importantly, a wonderful friend. May he rest in peace.

Sue Bass

Pat Hayes

January 5, 2014

Guy,
My condolences on your brother's passing. May God rest his soul and rest in peace.

January 4, 2014

So very saddened to hear. Vince was such a Kind, Good Person. Our Special Prayers to his Family.
Rest in Peace Dear Friend.
Jerry & Teri Lea Greco
Colorado

Robert Strunck

January 4, 2014

What a kind gentleman. Judge Bentivenga ran one of the most professional courtrooms at 26th Street. It was also a lot of fun for young lawyers practicing law in front of him. One of my best experiences as a Public Defender.

January 4, 2014

So sorry to hear about Vince - I went to grammar school with him and my brother,Bob, went to Mt.Carmel with Guy. Vince and I stayed in touch over the years until he moved to Naples. I will keep him in my prayers - Edna Morgan Manganello

January 4, 2014

We extend our deepest sympathy to your family. May God comfort your whole family at this time.

m Maggette

January 4, 2014

Just wanted to reach out to your family and let you know that God cares for you and your family so at this time right now throw your burdens upon him......

January 4, 2014

I am so sorry for your loss. Please be comforted in knowing God cares for you and will help you in your time of need. 1 Pet. 5:7

Petrina Bell

January 4, 2014

My thoughts are with your family. May the God of all comfort guide and comfort you during this time of sorrow.

Cheryl

January 4, 2014

Draw close to God in prayer during this time of grief.

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Memorial Events
for Vincent Bentivenga

Jan

6

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Smith-Corcoran Chicago Funeral Home

6150 North Cicero Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646

Jan

7

Funeral

9:15 a.m.

Smith-Corcoran Chicago Funeral Home

6150 North Cicero Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646

Jan

7

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Paul of the Cross Church

IL

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6150 North Cicero Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646

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