Menu
Search by Name
Search by Name
FUNERAL HOME
LOUIS GIANNASI Obituary
Dr. Louis N. Giannasi, of Glenview, devoted Family Practitioner in Skokie for 46 years. Retired Chief of Staff of St. Francis Hospital of Evanston, retired Chairman of Family Practice Department of St. Francis Hospital of Evanston, passed away peacefully, May 10, surrounded by family after serving God, his family, his patients and his country for almost 91 years. Beloved husband of the late Carol M., nee Blameuser; dear father of Carol Lou (Rick) Geaslen, Jean (Bud) Prikos, Loretta (Jeff) Lill, John, Betty Ann Giannasi-Walsten, Gigi and Dean; loving grandfather of Paul (Anne) and Jack (Sonia) Prikos, Carlee Lill, Nicholas (Melissa), Brandon and Taylor Rae Giannasi, Dontina and Annaliese Walsten; cherished great-grandfather of Olivia and Paulie, Aidan, Eddie, Vincent and Evan; dear step-grandfather of Scott, Tracy, Rick (Michelle) Geaslen; and step-great grandfather of Nathan Geaslen; beloved brother of Alfia (Bob) Sassetti and the late Alfio Giannasi; fond uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday, from 3 to 9 p.m., at HABEN Funeral Home & Crematory, 8057 Niles Center Rd., Skokie. Funeral Saturday, 10:15 a.m., from the funeral home, for Mass, 10:30 a.m., at St. Peter Church, Skokie. Interment St. Peter Cemetery, Skokie. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to Smile Train, P.O. Box 96231,Washington, D.C. 20090-6231. Funeral info: 847.673.6111 or www.habenfuneral.com 
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Memories and Condolences
for LOUIS GIANNASI
Marianne Husar
May 9, 2020
Always enjoyed going to their home in Skokie, and Dr. Giannasi was so nice, met him through Lori at Regina.
I am sure he is missed. You were blessed to have such a wonderful family. Because of my experiences at their farm in Woodstock, I now have a farm in Indiana. They changed my life forever!
Marianne Husar
Clayton W. Brown
March 8, 2012
The Giannasi family can be proud of their father for the lives he touched and saved. He born all four of our children and was there for us in emergencies. We often refer to him when discussing medical care. He will be long remembered,
Mary Turk
January 16, 2012
You have our deepest sympathy on the death of your father. He was the best. He delivered me, took care of my parents and siblings. He was also the only one to listen when my husband was sick and he made sure all the right tests were done. He diagnosed him with cancer and got him to the best doctors. He is alive 30+ year later because of Dr. G. I was just going to send out my late Christmas letter to him and was looking for his address and unfortunately found his obit instead. He is a great loss to all of you.
Frank and Mary Turk (nee Malooly)
Mike Miller
August 28, 2011
Dear Carol Lou, I remember your family from the early 60's when we were in high school, I smile with pleasure the little time that I was able to be a small but memorable part of that brief period in time. What a great family, I'm sorry for your loss.
Renee Schneider Reich
June 16, 2011
To the entire Giannasi family: My mother brought Dr. Giannasi into our lives when she was a young mother with a sick child in the early 1950s. Following a house call, he recognized that the child had a case of streptococcal pharyngitis and treated her promptly with complete recovery. He became our family physician and went on to treat not just the body, but the spirit, as well. My parents and I adored him. He attended my wedding 30 years ago and we have charming pictures of him dancing with the bride. I went on to become a physician, not in small part, by his example. He was a treasure and my mother, Harriet Schneider who is alive and well at 89, and I will miss him very much. Please accept our deepest sympathy for your loss. He will always have special place in our hearts.
Jim Hedin
May 16, 2011
Gigi and the entire Giannasi family, my wife Yvonne and I send our deepest sympathy in the loss of your Father. He saved my life in 1951 when I was 6 months old. While one doctor diagnosed me with allergies, your Father had me admitted to the hospital with double pneumonia. He was my doctor from that day on. He later became my wife, Yvonne's doctor. He treated us well. He even had us over to his home to visit.
Jim and Yvonne
Maryanne Krissman
May 16, 2011
my family will always remember how kind and funny he was. He delivered me in 1964 and was my doctor until I had a baby in 1987. I never wanted him to retire. He will always have a special place in my heart.
Judy Ratcliffe-Dworzak
May 14, 2011
Our sympathy and prayers to all the family. He was a wonderful doctor and person. Our moms knew each other from nursing school. May he rest in peace.
Donna Nole
May 14, 2011
Our Deepest sympathy to the Giannasi family. Dr. Giannasi was a wonderful man and a great doctor. Our entire family was blessed to have known him as our family doctor and as our friend. He was truly an original and leaves behind a wonderful legacy for his entire family. We will miss him. The Nole Family
KEVIN WINKLER
May 14, 2011
OUR DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO ALL OF YOU. WE WILL ALWAYS REMEMBER DOC IN OUR HEARTS
KEVIN & RED
Carole & Mike Braus
May 13, 2011
Our deepest sympathy to your entire family. I will never forget when my husband was sick very late at night and had to be at work the next morning. We called Dr. Giannasi and he said if he can get to my house in Skokie tonight, I will take care of him. We did, he took care of him and he was well the next morning in time for work. He was a rare Doctor. There has been no one like him. He treated our whole family for several generations. He will be truly missed.
Paul Smith
May 13, 2011
There are very few people in this world who I have ever respected as much as my doctor, Doctor Lou!
My condolences to the entire Giannasi family. Dr. G was well loved by many including my entire family.
I have never had the chance to thank him for his caring and service to us all. Thank you Doc, we will miss you!
anonymous
May 13, 2011
I will always remember his gentle and compassionate nature, for he served and treated our family with kindness for so many years. I loved how he sang around the office, it helped me relax and be less fearful. Many sympathies to his loved ones.
Donald Fox
May 13, 2011
To the family.We will miss Lou as we know that you will. We have known him for many years and especially RITA knew him longer than me. We are very sadden by his passing. God be with you.
Don, Rita & Steven Fox
Valerie Pouncy
May 13, 2011
ToThe Giannasi Family,
Dr. Giannasi was a very special man! He set the bar very high when we had to look for another doctor when he retired. He was very special to our family. My prayers and thoughts are with you all at this very difficult time. My you find peace and comfort in all of your wonderful memories.
Blessings,
Valerie Zanzucchi Pouncy
Katie Murphy Sheridan
May 13, 2011
I started work for Dr. G.right out of h.s. It wasn't long before I wanted to quit. My parents made me stay. My mom had been a nurse and told me Dr. G. deserved my respect no matter how strict a boss he was. They said working for him would build character,
and although I don't know if that's been true,I know I'll never forget my years there,working at the office with my friend Barbara.
My thoughts and prayers are with your family. Your dad was a character himself. He was one of a kind.
maureen martino
May 13, 2011
Dr. Giannasi was a wonderful man who enjoyed his children immensely. His spirit makes us smile and he will be missed by many. He lived a wonderful life and shared laughs and kindness to all. My deepest sympathy to the Giannasi family.
Carol Ann Bromstedt Bickett
May 13, 2011
Dear Lori and the Entire Giannasi Family,
I only met Dr. Giannasi a few times, however he was very kind to me. May your memories carry you thru the days ahead. How blessed we all are to have had wonderful Fathers.
Carol
May 13, 2011
My condolences to the Giannasi Family.
Dr. Giannasi was a kind and generous man. He made may visits to my parents home(Peter & MaryLou DiClementi) when I was growing up. You could always count on him to help day or night. My prayers are with your family at this difficult time.
~ Suzi DiClementi Bassett, Lake Villa, IL
Michelle Ciolino Mazzenga
May 13, 2011
Everytime I hear "Michelle" by the Beatles I remember him singing it to me as a child. To this day every doctor is compared to Dr. G and nobody measures up.
May 13, 2011
Dear Carol Lou and Jeannie and family,
Your dad must have been quite a guy! I know he will be missed by many...especially after reading all of the beautiful tributes. We wish we could be with you in Skokie tomorrow. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.
Love to all,
Kathy and Buddy Delaney
Steve Soler
May 13, 2011
I will always have fond memories of Doc Giannasi. He was one of the kindest and gentlest men I ever had the privilege to encounter. It was wonderful having had him as our family physician. For all of us that knew him, his kind manner and sense of humor will remain in our memory.
donna klos
May 13, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Sue Friel
May 12, 2011
Betty, Gigi and family, Sorry to hear about the passing of your father. At this time of loss, may you find comfort in warm memories and in knowing others sympathize and care.
Marianne (Husar) Hanson
May 12, 2011
Lori, Johnny, Carol Lou and Jeannie, I was in Skokie on Monday and looked up at your Dad's office and wondered how he was doing. Then Marquita sent me the link from Regina about him. Thinking and praying for your whole family, love Marianne (Husar) Hanson, "to everything there is a season a time and purpose under heaven."
Mary Katherine Alberti
May 12, 2011
To the Giannasi family-our hearts break for you. We feel your pain and pray that all our parents are safe, at peace, and continue to share their special bond. Jeanne, Carol Lou, Johnny, Lori, Betty Ann, GiGi and Dino, you and your parents will forever be a part of the Joseph B. Alberti Family.
May 12, 2011
Jeanne may your dad rest in peace I just buried my mother so I know how you are feeling. You probably don't remember me we went to High School together. My sympathy to you and your family.
Nancy Accomando Neubauer
Mike Soler
May 12, 2011
To all the Giannasi family my memories of your Father are forever warm in my mind and heart. I remember him making house calls to our home and mending my broken wrist right in the second floor office on Oakton. No need to go the ER Dr. G was right downtown. I am sure he will be visiting my Brother Jimmy. God bless Dr Giannasi.
Pat & Tom Meyers
May 12, 2011
Dr. Giannasi delivered all five of our children...Even made a house call to our apartment in the city at midnight when one of the babies was sick...Just a wonderful doctor and person. May he rest in peace...
Giannasi Family
Lauren Caruso
May 12, 2011
Dearest Jeanne, Johnny, Carol Lou, Lori, Betty Ann, GiGi & Dino..... Wow, I'm not sure what words could describe how I'm feeling, let alone how you are feeling. Your dad was an icon. He touched so many lives. He had an amazing family. One of the kindest, most gentle men I ever knew, especially when he was giving a little girl a shot of penicillin. I wish I could be with you all for the service, to say goodbye and pay my respects, but it isn't probable. Please know you will all be in my thoughts and prayers for a long time to come.
Peace, Love & Blessings
beverly marzinelli rosen
May 12, 2011
My heartfelt sympathy to all of you. Many happy moments were spent with Dr. Giannasi and his wife, Carol in the 50's. He delivered my daughter in 1953. A wonderful and caring physician.
Michele Moses
May 12, 2011
Next to my Dad Dr. G was my very first crush! I swore he was Dr Ben Casey. Thanks for all of the wonderful memories. The beautiful family that you and Mrs G raised are family to me. We will miss you and always remember you with love
Ivey Compall
May 12, 2011
Dear Betty and family, We are so sorry for your great loss. I know your hearts are broken. You were all so fortunate to have such a wonderful, loving father and grandfather. We are thinking of you and will keep you in our prayers. Love, Thad, Ivey, Thad & Kate Compall
the green team of rainbow hospice
May 12, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.
Kim,Sommer,Tanya Azzo
May 12, 2011
Please accept our heartfelt sympathies for your loss.Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.Hold tight to memories for comfort,lean on friends for strength and always know how much you are loved.We pray the love of God enfolds you during this difficult time and he helps you heal with the passage of time.
Maryann Hughes
May 12, 2011
Dr. Giannasi was the best "all-around" Dr. I ever had. I referred to him as a "one stop Dr" who could do it all. There was never a need to go to a "specialist", because he was a "specialist of the best kind". I once told him he "never should have retired", and he gave me that sweet smile and a "thank you". Godspeed, Sweet Lou!
Maryann Hughes, Skokie, IL.
May 12, 2011
my thoughts and prayers to the family
Donna Klos
May 12, 2011
Dr. Giannasi was a very important part of my family's life since we moved to Skokie in 1953. He was our primary doctor since I was seven years old. He delivered my first child, and three more children later, was still our doctor for all four children, plus my husband and myself. He was always with us through every crisis with the kid's. Later in life when my parents were in failing health, and could no longer get up the stairs to the office, Dr. Giannasi would come to their house to check on them.
He has and always will hold a very special place in our hearts.
There was no one like the "Doc".
Margie(O'Reilly) and George Streske
Carla Petersen
May 12, 2011
Rich & I express our deepest sympathy to the Giannasi family. Dr. Lou was a very warm and loving person. He will be missed. Still remember the wonderful times on the Farm with the Italian Federation. Paul & Annetta Simonetti also express their sympathy. God bless you.
Miguel Araujo
May 12, 2011
In times like this and knowing how united all of you are, grab eachother hands and with the same love, do it with your harts and celebrate the great life that your father had, and look at eachother so you can see in flesh and blod his legacy...
Barbara Hornibrook
May 12, 2011
My deepest sympathy to all the Giannasi family. What a wonderful legacy he left for his family that you all have each other. I know my dear friend Betty Ann that your heart is broken...may you find strength in your beautiful girls.
LEXI GARGANO
May 12, 2011
PLEASE ACCEPT MY DEEPEST SYMPATHY TO THE ENTIRE FAMILY. FOND MEMORIES FROM SKOKIE AND THE FARM. MY FATHER IS ALSO SADDEN, THEY WENT TO SCHOOL TOGETHER.
Betty Ann Giannasi-Walsten
May 12, 2011
I will miss you immensely dad... you taught me well!
Showing 1 - 44 of 44 results
Make a Donation
in LOUIS GIANNASI's name
Memorial Events
for LOUIS GIANNASI
Funeral services provided by:
Haben Funeral Home & Crematory8057 Niles Center Road, Skokie, IL 60077-2599
How to support LOUIS's loved ones
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
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
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 moreWays to honor LOUIS GIANNASI's life and legacy
Obituary Examples
You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.
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
