Search by Name

Search by Name

FUNERAL HOME

Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home

11028 Southwest Highway

Palos Hills, Illinois

William Padilla Obituary

Padilla, William G. age 71, of Hickory Hills, passed away Tuesday Night, January 15th with family. Husband of Phyllis, loving father of Jeffrey (Cathy), James (Vicki), dear grandpa of Michael, Matthew, Patrick, the late Christian, Zachary, Julia, Jacob, and Joseph, devoted son of Grace and the late Toribio, dearest brother of Charles (Nancy), the late Jeannie and Tiyo, Gloria, Thomas (the late Joanne), and Pamela, fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation 3 p.m. to 9 p.m. Friday, January 18th at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 South Southwest Hwy., (7700W), Palos Hills. Funeral Saturday, January 19th, 9:30 a.m. from the funeral home to St Patricia's Catholic Church for a 11 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. Father Darrio Boscutti officiating. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. For information please call 1-708-974-4410.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 17, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for William Padilla

Not sure what to say?





Jim Padilla

January 26, 2008

Dad,
I will miss your phone calls especially when you would say "give hugs and kisses to everyone and tell them I love them". I'll miss you Dad. Love always! Your son, Jim

Kevin Dahill

January 21, 2008

Jeff,
Sorry for the loss of your father. I was out of town last week and wish I could of paid my respects in person. Just remember, he will always be in your memories.

Jean Knight

January 19, 2008

Uncle Bill will be missed.


Love,
Jean & Mike, Michael, Matt and Zack Knight

sherrie garvey

January 19, 2008

Bill was a great guy and liked by many, and will also be missed by many. Our deepest sympathy goes out to his entire family and his friends. God Bless.
Dan and Sherrie Garvey

Salvador and Amanda Velasquez & Families

January 18, 2008

With deepest condolences for the family and friends. Thank you and God Bless you, Willie.

Sue, Mark, Brenden and Brian Holmes

January 18, 2008

Jim, Vicki, Julia, Jacob and Joseph,
We are deeply sorry for your loss and will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. Let us know if there is anything you need.

Chris, Angie & Zach Wood

January 18, 2008

Jim, Vicki, Julia, Jacob & Joseph:
Our deepest sympathy. You are in our prayers.

Amanda Rabka and Rich Schultz

January 18, 2008

We are deeply sorry for your loss and will keep your family in our thoughts and prayers.

Gertrude Soltys (GG) and Carol Kogut

January 17, 2008

We are sorry for your loss and would like to express our sympathy to your family at this most difficult of times.

Gertrude Soltys (GG) and Carol Kogut

January 17, 2008

We are sorry for your loss and would like to express our sympathy to your family at this most difficult of times.

Dan & Karen Phelan

January 17, 2008

Our Deepest Sympathy to all of his family. Bill was a wonderful man and will me missed by many people

David Gaidas and Family

January 17, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

Showing 1 - 12 of 12 results

Make a Donation
in William Padilla's name

Memorial Events
for William Padilla

To offer your sympathy during this difficult time, you can now have memorial trees planted in a National Forest in memory of your loved one.

Funeral services provided by:

Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home

11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, IL 60465

How to support William's loved ones
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Poems of Mourning and Comfort

The best poems for funerals, memorial services, and cards.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
How to Cope With Grief

Information and advice to help you cope with the death of someone important to you.

Read more
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
Ways to honor William Padilla's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more