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Gary Grigolini Obituary
Gary Adam Grigolini
Born in Chicago, Illinois
August 14, 1960 - November 4, 2020
Loving father of Marina (Patrick) O’Shaughnessy.
Cherished son of Nello and Violet (Weaver); adopted son of Ron and Sandra Marks.
Beloved partner of Sharon Oglesby.
Dearest brother of Anna (Andrew) Reinholz and Gina (William) Frederick; preceded in death by his brother Nello Jr.
Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews.
Gary thrived on being the life of the party... any party. He certainly was never one to leave early, often overstaying his welcome. It was his infectious spirit and his roaring laughter that drew so many to him. He loved bringing people together, and would spare no expense to make sure that the people he loved could spend quality time with each other. And, he was so good at making even strangers feel like family. We saw that most recently at Patrick and Marina’s wedding. He hadn’t met half of the people there, but by the end of the night everyone knew and loved him.
Gary was a hard worker and a talented carpenter, making many beautiful pieces over the years.
Visitation to be held at the home of the departed on Saturday (November 14) 1pm - 5 pm at 2125 N. Stave St., Chicago, IL 60647.
Flowers can be sent from lindasflowerschicago.com, Gary bought flowers from there for the last 20 years.
In lieu of flowers a donation can be made in Gary’s name for the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network at pancan.org/donate.
Memories and Condolences
for Gary Grigolini
28 Entries
Kelly Payton
November 23, 2023
Hello Gary, just stopping by to wish you a happy heavenly thanksgiving. It’s definitely not the same. But, you know meI always do my best. You are always missed. Love you, from me and the kids.
Kelly Payton
November 4, 2023
Days and years are passing by so fast but not a day passes where you’re not thought of. Don’t forget to keep dancing up in paradise love you always!
Kelly Payton
August 14, 2023
Didn’t want to forget to wish you a happy heavenly birthday Gary. We think and talk about you all the time. Cheers!
Kelly Payton
July 5, 2023
Another July 4th passed. Wasn’t to bad. Quiet by 1:42 a.m. nothing like when we all celebrated. Those were the good old days. miss them for sure. I spent my 4th inside. Literally didn’t do anything but think and watch a movie. It’s quite hot today. Most likely will take a nice walk before the rain hits hard. Well, just wanted to say you’re always missed. Love you Gary. ❤ Love, Kelly
Jeff Moore
January 15, 2023
Tex misses you so much
Kelly Payton
December 26, 2022
Merry Christmas Gary.. from me and the kids. ♥ it’s freezing here. The downstairs furnace has been not working since last March. So, pretty cold in this basement. Anyway, wanted you to know we were thinking about you and miss you. We love you
Kelly Payton
November 3, 2022
Well, it’s been 2 years (in 50 mins) and I can’t believe it’s went by so fast. You’re missed! I heard you laughing the other day. Was so real. I also seen a white butterfly so I hope that means you’re watching over us and that was a sign you were visiting. I know you can read this because I believe that true friends visit and watch over the ones they care for. Sending big hugs and for you to know you’re loved and missed Garbear Give Sharon a hug from me and the kids as well. ♥
Kelly Payton
August 24, 2022
Miss you GarBear!!!! Hey Jude!!! Was just thinking of you again. Yes. Again. Lol. Just miss you.
Kelly Payton
August 14, 2022
Happy birthday Gary!! We miss you and think about you all the time. Didn’t want to miss saying Happy 62nd. Love ya!
Kelly Payton
January 5, 2022
Hello Gary. Not sure why the one I posted for Christmas didn’t show. So happy belated Christmas and Happy New Year. We sure did miss you. I still hear your laugh or hear you talking sometimes. The kids say hello and happy holidays too. We miss you and always thinking of you. Love ya always in our thoughts and hearts!
Kelly Payton
December 8, 2021
You know I feel like I am the only one writing to you. You know what, I don’t care you were a wonderful person/friend. I think about you and Sharon all the time. Miss you both so much. The kids too. I know you both are looking down on me and saying Kelly you got this. Someday I will be happy everyday. Thank you. Love you both. I was again thinking of you both. Love and hugs Gar bear and Sharon!!! Always in my thoughts ❤
Kelly Payton
November 25, 2021
Happy Thanksgiving Gary! Think about you all the time. love from me and the kids
Kelly Payton
November 4, 2021
Thinking of you everyday. Can’t believe you have been gone a year already. Love you. ❤
Kelly Payton
August 14, 2021
Happy heavenly birthday Gary! Cheers to you. I know I haven’t wrote in awhile but know I always think about you. Dance away. Love you and miss you.
Kelly and Kayla Payton
May 28, 2021
Hey Gary. It’s funny because I always think of all of us together having so much fun. We miss you. I know you can see what’s going on and ready everything. Here’s Kayla
Miss you lots! You’re never forgotten & remember “ see you later alligator“ & you would reply with “in a while crocodile” we always talk about you will never forget all the memories!!
With lots of love
Kelly Payton
May 9, 2021
Just thinking of you again Gary!!! I miss you!!! I know you can read this. Things are going awful and I wish things were better. I hope you’re watching over everyone. Love you and miss you and I will write periodically!!! ❣
Kelly Payton
April 4, 2021
Hello Garbear!! Happy Easter from me and Kayla!!! We miss you so much. Always thinking of you. I sure wish you were here with us!!! We love you!!! It’s Easter Sunday!! Super early in the morning of course, we’re thinking of you like always, you’re very much missed!! Definitely missing you most with your laugh and hugs. Happy Easter and I just wanted to let you know we are thinking of you always. Love you Garbear always!! —from Kayla I really miss you Gary you’ll forever be missed. Always thinking of you and will write periodically. Love you again and may you rest in paradise!!
Kelly Payton
December 17, 2020
Thinking about you today. Thought I heard you again. So different without you. Yes, you annoyed me sometimes but not the annoying type where it aggravated me... lol. I know you’re watching over everyone and I swear I hear you all the time. Not just in my dreams but like really hear you. Miss you and will always miss you. Will write again soon! Love you love Kelly
Thinking of you always! Happy Thanksgiving Garbear!!! Love you and miss you so much >ƒ=•LU==
Kelly Payton
November 26, 2020
We love and miss you so much!!! Happy Thanksgiving
Sympathy Gift courtesy of sally szumlas. Group of 10 Memorial Trees Planted In Loving Memory of Gary A. Grigolini.
Sally Szumlas
November 15, 2020
Sympathy Gift courtesy of Debbie Smith. Group of 10 Memorial Trees Planted In Loving Memory of Gary A. Grigolini.
Debbie Smith
November 15, 2020
Mary Jean Hough
November 13, 2020
Helen Keller said, “What we have once enjoyed, we can never lose!
All that we deeply love becomes a part of us.” Gary lives on in your hearts! May his love and your treasured memories bring you peace and comfort you during this difficult time. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. My deepest sympathy.
Ashley Roth
November 13, 2020
Gary was such a light. I’m
So grateful I met him. I’m so incredibly sorry for this huge loss.
Jennie Wills
November 11, 2020
Heaven has received another angel.
Your wings were ready but our hearts were not. I will miss you. Rest in peace my friend.
July 2020! Love you and miss you Gary
Kelly Payton
November 11, 2020
Forever in our hearts!
Kelly Payton
November 11, 2020
In loving memory of a wonderful person. We will love you and miss you always. I still think you’re here... I have seen you in my dreams and even heard your voice. I know that may sound weird but maybe it’s your way of saying you are watching over us. Thank you for being such a great friend for all these years. I have watched as our children grew up together and definitely had lots of great fun times together. The laughter, the tears and you definitely had a great hug. Life of the party! You will forever be missed and always in my heart! Rest in paradise “Garbear”
Debra Pena
November 11, 2020
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived.
Marcy Gray
November 10, 2020
Where do I begin...Gary was my cousin. My dad and Gary were close for a long time and I remember Gary around my kids when they were little. He was definitely the life of the party. I remember being around 20 yrs old and Gary letting me borrow his car many times. He was always willing to give the shirt off his back. When I told my son’s about this tragic event, they couldn’t believe it. One son said to me I remember Gary when I was growing up and he always seemed strong like Superman. I definitely can see where a child could see this.
My heart, prayers and love go out to Marina, Anna and Gina. We were blessed to have had Gary in our lives.
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