BORN

1935

DIED

2013

FUNERAL HOME

DeFiore-Jorgensen Funeral & Cremation Service

10763 Dundee Road

Huntley, Illinois

RICHARD CARUSIELLO Obituary

Richard J. Carusiello, 77, of Lakewood, died peacefully, July 15, 2013 at Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital. Visitation will be on Thursday from 3:00 to 9:00 pm at DeFiore-Jorgensen Funeral Home,10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A funeral Mass will be celebrated 10:30 am on Friday at St. Mary Catholic Church in Huntley with visitation at church one hour prior. Burial will be in St. Mary Cemetery. Richard was born September 16, 1935 in Melrose Park, Illinois the son of Joseph and Carmella (Bracco) Carusiello. He married Kathleen Norris on February 12, 1955. He worked as a Police Officer for Melrose Park retiring as a Lieutenant. He was an avid fisherman and enjoyed golf. He will be missed by his family and friends. He is survived by his wife, Kathleen, his children; Carmella (Michael) Cartina, Kathleen (Anthony) Salerno, Richard, Jr. (Laura), Gerald (Lori), Theresa (Joseph) Massie and Michael. He is survived by his 10 grandchildren, Joseph, Marco, Richard III, Gianna, Julianna, Arianna, Alexandra, Frankee, Kristina and Marisa. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his parents, one grandson, Michael and one granddaughter, Gina and by his two brothers, Gerald and Joseph. For further information please call the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or on-line condolences may be directed to www.defiorejorgensen.com

Published by Daily Herald on Jul. 16, 2013.
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We are soo sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man and will be missed greatly.

Sharon and Dan Valeria

July 19, 2013

We are soo sorry for your loss. He was a wonderful man and we will miss him dearly.

Sharon and Dan Valeria

July 19, 2013

John and Joanne (Dolores's sister) send our regards to Kathy and your whole family. Sorry we can't do a visitation but our thoughts are with you and the family. Sorry for your loss.
John and Joanne LaGrippe
Cary Il.

July 19, 2013

Mrs.Carusiello,I am very sorry for your loss.Mr.Carusiello was a wonderful man.
Your home was always filled with laughter and smiles.I always felt like one of the family.
Cathy,Carmie,Dickie,Jerry,Theresa and Michael all of you have your dad's great sense of humor. His smile was contagious!
May God Bless all of you in this very tender time and fill your hearts with peace.

Maria Marchetti

July 18, 2013

RIP My Good Friend, You Will Be Missed By Many. Thoughts And Prayers For Your Family.

Seymour & Rosemary Sapoznik

July 18, 2013

More sad news in losing another great friend, former fellow Police Officer and mentor. Rest In Peace Dickie. The world was better with you in it.

Joe Sansone

July 17, 2013

My thoughts are the family Uncle Ducky was a special person in my life long ago, he was Peteys Godfather rest in peace and care of the little ones that you're with now.

Pamela Norris

July 17, 2013

We are with you is prayers...

Tom and Janet Hammerlund

July 17, 2013

I am so sorry for your loss, my thoughts and prayers are with you all... I have some fond memories growing up, always loved his smile. I am sorry I will not be there as I will be out of town. Thinking of you all... Love

Cheryl(Bracco)Favia

July 16, 2013

So sorry for your loss. My thoughts and prayers to you.

Janine Coscino Livesey

July 16, 2013

So long old timer you were good friend with always a smile on your face.....

PHIL TORINA

July 16, 2013

Sorry for your loss my Best to you

Paul Gruber

July 16, 2013

Mrs Carusiello and family:

I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Mr Carusiello. My family and I always will have fond memories of his smiling face during my brother Joe and Michael's little league days in Melrose..May the lifetime of memories you have help you through this most difficult time. Our deepest sympathy..may he rest in peace always.

Lisa LaCalamita

LISA LA CALAMITA

July 16, 2013

So long old timer say hello to the rest for me RIP

Joe Battelli

July 16, 2013

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