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CHAD LUCARELLI Obituary
Chad Lucarelli, 23, beloved son of Steve and Joni; loving brother of Jeana and Nick; cherished grandson of Tony and Adrienne Lucarelli and the late Morey and Blossom Misles; best friend and soulmate of Kim Pratscher; his loyal companion Frankie; dear nephew, cousin and friend of many. Chapel Service Thursday, 3 p.m., at Shalom Memorial Funeral Home, 1700 W. Rand Road, Arlington Heights. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the Arthritis Foundation, 29 E. Madison, Ste. 500, Chicago, IL 60602. For Info: 847-255-3520 
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Memories and Condolences
for CHAD LUCARELLI
Sponsored by Steven Lucarelli, Father.
Ashira Johnson
April 28, 2022
I will always think of Chad and your family. God bless.
Lee-Jo Di John
April 28, 2021
Rest in peace beautiful boy! Gone from our eyes but always in our heart.
Barbara & Michael Tennutti
April 28, 2021
We are very sorry for your loss. Please take care.
Deborah Norton
July 1, 2011
Dear Steve & Joni, I do not know you; I barely knew your son. I met him on April 15th at the bank. He was so good at his job that I left there thinking that I wanted to work with him on my small business accounts. A few weeks later, I went in to see him and someone shared with me his passing. Needless to say I was shocked and saddened. I can't imagine what you are going through, but I wanted you to know that I'm so sorry for your loss.
Deb Norton MS LCPC NCC
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor
Norton Psychological Services LLC
Libertyville, IL
Paula Ceraulo
June 7, 2011
Joni, Steve, Jeana, Nick & Kim,
I realize that it's been over a month since Chad's passing, however I just heard the devastating news in the last hour. We are shocked and saddened by your horrific loss. Our very deepest condolences to all of you.
Paula, Phill, Michael, & Jamie Ceraulo
Jan Stickel
May 14, 2011
Dear Joni, I was shocked and saddened to hear the news of Chad's passing. You are in our prayers.
Jan Stickel & family
Ellen Burr
May 9, 2011
Joni and Steve,
There are no words to express how very sorry we are for the loss of your beloved son Chad. We just found out today so we will keep you in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely, Ellen and Bruce Burr
Michael Tennutti
May 8, 2011
Joni & Steve, Adrienne & Tony, sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts and prays are with you.
May 8, 2011
Joni & Steve, Adrienne & Tony, and all of your family..so deeply sorry to hear of your loss. Our thoughts are with you all.
Andrea and Stuart Rappoport (Edie and Marv's children)
Teresa Cavaligos
May 7, 2011
Joni and Steve,
I have no words > I just cannot believe it. My son Steven just got home from Illinois State and mentioned as we were having dinner today that he had heard that Chad had passed away.My deepest sympathy and my thoughts go out to you and your family.May your heart heal soon and I will say a prayer for your wonderful family. Sincerely,
Teresa Cavaligos ,Steve and Kristy Cavaligos.
The Bluver Family
May 6, 2011
No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. Our deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.
Morrie and Geri Rosenblatt
May 6, 2011
Dear Steve and Joni,
We are so very sorry to hear about your loss. Our prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.
Virginia Manzella
May 6, 2011
Dear Steve, Joni, Jeana, and Nick, my deepest condolences to your family. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
JERRY,TONI,MIKE,JEREMY GORSKY
May 6, 2011
My sincere condolences to your entire family. Chad will live forever in your hearts. He will never be gone. Bless you all and may the pain of your loss be inspired by the fond memories you all shared.......
The Di John Family
May 6, 2011
Joni, Steve, Jeana & Nick,
Our most sincere condolences for the loss of your son and brother. Chad will live within you forever and know we keep you in our prayers through this most difficult time.
Jeff and Glenn Goelz and Family
May 5, 2011
Our prayers and thoughts are with you. Our sincere condolences. May god bless you and your families always.
Jen Parisi
May 5, 2011
I taught Chad during his Sophomore year. He was an amazing young man and was one of my favorite students. I am praying for you all during this difficult time.
Jen Parisi (Mathematics Teacher, Stevenson HS)
Fran Horwitz
May 5, 2011
Dear Joni & Steve,
I am so sorry to hear about your loss. Although I did not know Chad,the two of you and I go way back, and I feel so sad for you both.
Just want you to know I am thinking about you today and always.
Love,
Fran
May 5, 2011
Dearest Joni, Steve, and Family Our deepest sympathy for your terrible loss Chad will be missed by so many and will remain close in heart to us all. Our thoughts and prayers will be with you.
The Gibrick Family
darcy hajduk
May 5, 2011
I am just devastated for your family, my thoughts are with you in hoping you find strength to get through this.
-Sincerely,
Darcy Hajduk
Michael Halloran
May 5, 2011
Steve, Joni and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Joe Langley
May 5, 2011
My thoughts are with you and your family.
May 5, 2011
Dear Joni and Steve
my deepest sympathy goes out to your family. Myself Debbie Kady and Jonathan thoughts and prayers go out to your family.
The Leibovitz`Family
Lenny and Mindy Kaplan
May 5, 2011
Dear Joni, Steve, Jeana and Nicky, Our deepest sympathy and thought are with you.
May 5, 2011
Dear Joni, Steve, Jeana and Nick,
We were deeply saddened to hear of your loss. You are in our hearts at this very difficult time.
The Moss Family
Kim Sylvan
May 5, 2011
Lifting you up to find strength and comfort.
Nancy Miskowicz
May 4, 2011
Dear Lucarelli Family,
With deepest sympathy. My thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Johnsons
May 4, 2011
Jonie!
My heart goes out to you and your family at this incredulous time! We have been through so much together! Every mother who knew Chad, Nick or Jeana shares in your pain! Such wonderful kids!! I will pray for Chad with every prayer I say for my own children. I will be there to hug you soon!
Ashira, Zach, and Ari
Catrina Hays
May 4, 2011
My deepest condolences to all of you. I feel privileged to have taught Chad at DW. He always was a positive kid determined to work hard and do well. Your family will be in my thoughts and prayers.
May 4, 2011
Dear Joni, Steve and famiy:
No words, no matter how tender, can touch what you're feeling inside. No one can soften the sorrow deep down where your heartaches reside. We are thinking about you and hoping it helps in some way simply to know that we care about you and share in your sadness today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
The Rudy Family
Kristen Conley
May 4, 2011
My thoughts and prayers are with Chad's family. He was a great guy. May he rest in peace.
Deepika Syal
May 4, 2011
Joni I am so sorry to hear about your loss ,my thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Deepika Syal
May 4, 2011
Dear Lucarelli Family,
We are so saddened to hear about Chad's untimely passing. Our deepest sympathy goes out to your entire family.
Ron and Debbie Starr
Alex Jarett
May 4, 2011
Steve, Joni, Nick & Jeana, we also just found out the news. We are so sorry and are praying for you and your family. Alex & Nancy
Ivonne Payes
May 4, 2011
Dear Lucarelli Family,
I would like to give you all my deepest condolences and I can never express how sorry I am at your loss. Although I never met your son (Joni) I know he must have been a reflection of you, a kind and warm-hearted person. Please know that I will keep you all in my toughts and prayers and do know that you can count on me if anything is needed.
Cathy Brock
May 4, 2011
Kimmie,
We just found out about Chad. Rick, Katie, Kristin and I want you to know you are in our thoughts and prayers. Please let Chad's family know that we are thinking of them and pray that all of you feel God's presence as He holds you in the palm of His hands.
Love you,
Cathy
May 4, 2011
Dear Joni, Steve, and Family,
My heart goes out to you in the very tragic time. May the wonderful memories of his life help get you through this. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Nancy Nortell (Sax)
Laura Brown (English Teacher, Stevenson H. S.)
May 4, 2011
Nick, May I express my deepest sympathies to you and your family. I will keep you in my prayers.
Donna Zimmerman
May 4, 2011
Dear Adrienne,Tony,and Family,
We are so sorry to hear of your great loss. We are thinkng of you wishing you happy memories. Donna and Bruce Zimmerman and Phyllis Levinson
Rebecca Brovont
May 4, 2011
Dear Lucarelli Family, I can hear the pain and tears in my son's voice when I have spoken to him over the last few days. I can only imagine how tragic this must be for your family. Please know that I (Adam's mother) am keeping you all close to my heart as you go through this difficult time.
May 4, 2011
Dear Lucarelli Family, Our thoughts and prayers are with and your family.
Robbin and Neal Winston
Bonnie Zemel
May 4, 2011
Dear Lucarelli Family, Chad was one of my favorite students. I will never forget that sweet smile and his respectful attitude. I am so sorry to hear of his loss and my heart and prayers go out to you and your family, Fondly, Bonnie Zemel
May 4, 2011
Steve, Joni and Family
My thoughts and prayers are with you.
Marty Segal
Tammy Shute
May 4, 2011
Joni, Steve and Family,
I am so sad to hear of Chad's passing. Please know you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Tammy Shute and the boys.
Walter Cosmo
May 4, 2011
Please accept my deepest sympathy for the sudden and tragic loss to good young man, a wonderful friend, a loving son and brother. My God rest his soul and provide you with the peace and healing needed.
Caryn Ziperstein-Mishoulam
May 4, 2011
Lucarelli family
My thoughts and prayers are with you all during this unthinkable time.. we are praying for you
Caryn, Louie and Halle
Ben Barnett
May 4, 2011
our thoughts and prayers are with you and you,re family, Ben and Rochelle
Bonnye Colucci
May 4, 2011
Steve and Joni,(Jeana and Nick)
Our prayers are with you and your family.
May the beautiful memories you have of Chad give you strength to pull your family through this difficult time in your life.
All our love,
Joe,Bonnye,Ryan,Nick,Anthony Colucci
May 4, 2011
Steve, Joni and family,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time.
All our love,
Ellyn & Terry Benovsky, Edie & Marv Sumner
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