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Patricia M. Genardo

1948 - 2017

BORN

1948

DIED

2017

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Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. - Lemont

108 Illinois Street

Lemont, Illinois

Patricia Genardo Obituary

nee Craven, of Naperville, formerly of Lemont, born January 22, 1948, passed away May 16, 2017. Graduate of Gage Park High School and the Illinois Masonic School of Nursing. Pat was a Partner and Operator of the Elite Care Group. Inaugural recipient of The Pat Genardo Lifetime Achievement Award through CMSA Chicago. Dear daughter of Robert (Dorothy) Craven; beloved mother of Jenell Genardo, Jorie (Keith) Kulczak and John (Kim) Genardo; adored grandmother of Paige, Abbey, Brooke, Jackson, Allison, Ava, Tessa, Everly & Mallory; fond sister of William (Patty) Craven; former wife of the late Leonard "Babe" Genardo; and loved by numerous cousins, nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday 2 – 8 p.m. at Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. 108 Illinois St. Lemont. Lying in state Saturday, May 20, 2017, from 10 a.m. until time of services at 11 a.m. at the First Church of the Nazarene, 12725 Bell Rd. Lemont. Interment Chapel Hill Gardens South Cemetery. Donations in Pat's name may be made to the Spinal Cord Injury Association of Illinois www.sci-illinois.org
Published by Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. - Lemont on May 17, 2017.

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Donna Little

January 16, 2026

I Miss You Every Day.

Donna Little

May 11, 2021

I will miss You forever

Mike Weinstein

May 14, 2018

A great lady missed by all

Tom and Aurelio D'Avolio

May 25, 2017

Our thoughts and prayers are with the Genardo family during this tough time. Pat was a wonderful and kind person, who made you feel like family the first time she met you. We greatly appreciated her compassion after the loss of our mother. Pat's accomplishment in this world and her commitment to the care of the disabled and people in need should be applauded. Rest in Peace Pat Genardo. You will be missed.

Dana Potoniec

May 20, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with the Genardo family. I only had the pleasure of spending one day with Pat. Pat is an inspiring woman who has done so much. I am proud to be a nurse at Elite Care Management.

Jason Miller

May 20, 2017

Jorie,
My heart goes out to you, Jenell and John during this season of your Mom's passing. I know that she was not only Mom but a great friend to you and also one of your biggest cheerleaders in life. I am praying that God will provide you the needed strength, comfort and peace that only He alone can provide. God's grace is truly sufficient.

Debbie Fitzgerald

May 19, 2017

My prayer is that you all will gain strength during this difficult time as you reflect on the life and love she shared with each of you.

My deepest sympathy,
Deb Fitzgerald

Sarah Martinez

May 19, 2017

You laid there in that hospital
bed, you tried so hard to hold on.
God was calling you home. He needed
another angel to help pour out the rain.
Tears have fallen, hearts where shattered, but it was time for you to fly home.
Your loved ones came to say their last goodbyes, to tell you they loved you, and that you will be forever missed.
As your heartbeat stopped, and your eyes slowly closed, God took another angel home.
You will never be forgotten. I already miss you so much but go fly high in peace. Until we meet again

Mary Olson (Phelan)

May 19, 2017

I have so many wonderful high school memories that include Pat and Jorie Genardo. All of "the moms and girls" having fun together through the cheerleading seasons, school dances, teepeeing, etc. A new memory was recently added when my mom and I visited with Pat, Jorie, and the Belsha women. It was if no time had passed and of course, was a great time. We're so glad we got to see your mom and everyone, Jor. She was a kind and fun lady. I can picture all of our moms talking and laughing while watching us from the stands. She'll be watching over you from Heaven.

Debbie Schroeder

May 18, 2017

Dearest Jenell,
While we didn't get to spend as much time with your Mom as we would have liked to it was always a great time when we did. She was an absolute riot and could definitely light up a room!! Our prayers are with you, your siblings, and her beautiful grandchildren. She is counting on you all to carry on her legacy. She will be sorely missed. Much love,
Debbie & Don Schroeder

Patty Taylor-Findley

May 18, 2017

My thoughts are with Pat's family. I have enjoyed getting many glimpses via Facebook over time. Pat and I corresponded at times since I moved east. Pat was a mentor and an inspiration. Her smile was contagious. She will be missed, but also remembered. She is at peace now, what a journey she had.

Donna Little

May 17, 2017

To have known Pat is a Blessing and a honor. Pat was Heaven sent, an Angel among us all. Pat lifted your spirits just being around her, or talking to her. She had a beautiful smile and the best laugh! She could make everything better. Pat shared her wisdom and advice. She lived her life giving of herself, spreading love and caring for everyone. She was the best nurse, best friend, best employer anyone could ever hope to have. Pat was a Rock, Hope, Strength to so many. She loved her family deeply. It filled my heart with Joy to see such a close and loving family. I Thank Pat's family for sharing her with so many. I will grieve the loss of Pat forever, but I am so grateful for the wonderful memories of her loving friendship. Dear Beautiful Friend...You can rest now... pain free in Gods arms. I will be praying to you in Heaven. I Love You. Thank You for Loving Me and Brian.

Ann Bresnen

May 17, 2017

Pat was a one-of-a-kind person of remarkable strength! I will only remember her full of life starting back to when we were room-mates at Masonic. I'm so glad that I was able to see her, even the few times in later years! She will be missed by many!

Mary Weaver

May 17, 2017

I as many of you have prayed everyday for a miracle for our amazing friend. I am heartbroken but extremely grateful for our friendship. Pat was an amazing example of an incredible mother, nurse, friend, mentor and God's angel. She will be in my heart forever.

Susan Kramer/Egley/Goehring

May 17, 2017

Talk not of my departure with signs in your hearts; Close your eyes and you will see me with you forevermore. Kahlil Gibran. Til we meet again.

Nancy Baier

May 17, 2017

Love to all of you. She welcomed me with open arms when I first walked in as a newbie at Christ hospital. Such good times we shared. She's also responsible for Tom and I getting married (Tom still blames her)! As difficult as it is, I'm glad she is out of pain and in God's arms.

Candy Cunningham

May 17, 2017

We love Pat and know we will see her again. Our sincere sympathy to the entire family. John and Candy Cunningham.

Paul Schroeder

May 17, 2017

My deepest sympathies

Diana Nawrocki

May 17, 2017

A alerted of good wishes

Nicki Pappas

May 17, 2017

Take solace in the fact that she will always be with you and watch over you. She shared her love of nursing and caring with many. She was a wonderful lady.She was so proud of her family.

Linda Fehrenbacher

May 17, 2017

So sorry for your loss. Your mom's smile, laughter, and love of family are things are remember about her. She loved life and all of you. It is Heaven's gain and our loss.

June Berube

May 17, 2017

See you in heaven. Miss you already. Loved my great friend.

Michael Weinstein

May 16, 2017

We have lost a wonderful friend.... A magnificent lady in all respects...May she have eternal peace in Heaven....We will miss her greatly... Mike & Donna Weinstein

Manno Family

May 16, 2017

Not enough words can be said to describe how wonderful a lady Pat was. She will be missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during this difficult time.

Nicole Arguelles

May 16, 2017

I loved your mom and am happy that she's at peace, but I mourn with your family until we meet again in the clouds!

Brenda Moskovic

May 16, 2017

I can't possibly write all I want to say about our 60 yr friendship. So I'll just say, Chiquita Margareta , I'll see you soon. Oh, and I'm sorry I pierced your ears crookedly.

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19

Visitation

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

Markiewicz Funeral Home, P.C. - Lemont

108 Illinois Street, Lemont, IL 60439

May

20

Lying in State

10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

First Church of the Nazarene

12725 Bell Rd., Lemont, IL

May

20

Service

11:00 a.m.

First Church of the Nazarene

12725 Bell Rd, Lemont, IL

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108 Illinois Street, Lemont, IL 60439