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Charles Morello Obituary

Charles J. Morello, age 84, passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side on November 15, 2017. Loving fiancé and best friend of Marion Friel, beloved husband of the late Jacqueline Fracek and the late Sue Murphy. Cherished father of Charles (Mary), Scott, Robert (Darla), and the late Candace and Micahel Morello. Beloved "Pops" of Kim (Jon) Martin, Randy (Laura), Kevin (Susie), Michael (Cindy) and the late David (Cathy) Fracek.Dear grandpa of CJ, Mickey, Molly, Lily, and Mason Morello, Alex, Jack, Scott, Mikey, Christopher, Jean, Kevin, Joshua, Jessie, and Jessica Fracek. Loving cousin of Vince (Roxanne), Michael (Rosanne) and The Reverend Carl Morello, Tina (Aldo) Gentilini, Lenore, and the late Carol Morello.A father figure and inspiration to Tony, Ryan, Jamie, Alex, Danielle, and Chrissy Friel. Loving Papa of Greyson, Gianna, Reese, and Fiona. Chuck had a beautiful spirit and was a dear friend to many.The Man,The Myth,The Legend! From managing JC Penny stores to dancing with Ginger Rogers and watching Louis Armstrong perform at the Copacabana, Chuck lived a life filled with love. He is now performing in Heaven with Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and the rest of the good guys. Visitation Sunday, November 19, 2017 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at COLONIAL-WOJCIECHOWSKI FUNERAL HOME 6250 N. Milwaukee Ae., Chicago. Arrangements entrusted to GREEN BURIALS OF LOVE, LTD., Marion O'Connor Friel - Funeral Director. Funeral services Monday, November 20, starting with prayers at 10:00 a.m. from the funeral home, proceeding to St. Giles Church, Oak Park, for 11:00 a.m. Mass. Interment will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemeery.In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Rainbow Hospice, 1550 Bishop Court, Mt. Prospect,Il 60056 or St.Giles Organ Fund, 1045 Columbian Ave, Oak Park, Il 60302. Info 773-774-0366 or colonialfuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Nov. 17 to Nov. 19, 2017.

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Joshua Fracek

February 9, 2018

I didn't even know he had passed I remember grandpa Charles as a kid he was pretty awesome and he will be missed rest in peace grandpa we love you

peter pisano

November 20, 2017

You were more like a brother than a nephew. I will forever miss our long talks on the phone. May you rest in peace.
Uncle Pete

J Zyzda

November 20, 2017

Farewell Dear Chuck. Your dazzling smile, your heart of gold, your charisma, your delightful company all your wonderful attributes will be greatly missed by many.
You truly will be remembered as The Man, The Myth, The Legend.
With much love, JoAnna

Debbie Mills

November 18, 2017

Sending our love and deepest sympathy, Chuck is the most positive and kind person I have ever known and he will be greatly missed, love you "Boss", Heaven is lucky to have you! Love Deb & Bill

Kimberly Martin

November 17, 2017

Pops,

Our love for you is UNMEASUREABLE today and always.....

The Staff of Colonial Wojciechowski Funeral Home

November 17, 2017

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Nov

19

Visitation

2:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Homes - Chicago

6250 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646

Nov

20

Prayer Service

10:00 a.m.

Colonial-Wojciechowski Funeral Homes - Chicago

6250 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646

Nov

20

Funeral Mass

11:00 a.m.

St. Giles Church

Oak Park, IL

Nov

20

Interment

Queen of Heaven Cemetery

IL

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6250 North Milwaukee Avenue, Chicago, IL 60646

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