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1959
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2025
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Vicki Chioles Obituary
Vicki L. Chioles (nee Verastique) 65, was born May 5, 1959, in Libertyville, IL to Joyce (nee McLaughlin) and Geronimo Verastique. She was a lifelong resident of the Mundelein area (Diamond Lake and Ivanhoe).
Vicki worked in the food industry most of her life, starting as a teenager at Dog-N- Suds in Diamond Lake and then at her family’s business Gale Street Inn on Diamond Lake where she met Peter Chioles and later married on June 25, 1982. They both remained in the family business meeting and greeting customers that remained friends throughout the years.
Vicki was very involved in charity work, from the needy and homeless to helping at Fremont Township and at St. Mary’s of Fremont Church during the winter months at the warming shelter for the homeless and serving them a hot meal. She would make Easter baskets for the children at the women’s shelter as well as donating items to the women. She also took a trip to the Dominican Republic with books and school supplies for the underprivileged children.
She enjoyed gardening, spending time with her chickens, line dancing at the Sundance Saloon, enjoying country music, traveling near and far with family and friends, booking trips and assisting as a travel agent and attending Chicago Sporting events with Peter.
One of her finest qualities was being a “True Friend” to so many!
Vicki is survived by her husband Peter, sisters Yolanda (Chuck Bojniewicz) Jilpas, Kathy (Todd) Mitchell, Lori Verastique, Lisa Stefka and brother Jerry Verastique. Many nieces and nephews she was mentor to, Tiffany (Dino) Trakas, Jolynn (John) Gil, Greg (Lauren) Mitchell, Maureen (Kyle) Davenport, Austin (Ashley) Mitchell, Mike Jost, Nick Jost, Matt Jost, Samantha (Scott) Diedrich, Tara (Jeff Fell) Stefka and Frank Stefka. Host of great nieces and nephews as well as God Children and many cousins with one in particular, Michael Verastique, her sister in laws Georgene (Dennis) Neff and Suzanne (Kenneth) Hofert, her niece and nephew Kimberly (Nathan) Hodel, Riley and Miller Hodel and James (Becki) Hofert, Uncle Mike and Aunt Betty Chioles.
She was preceded in death by her parents Geronimo “Guayo” & Joyce Verastique, brother in-law Joe Jilpas, nephew Dylan Jilpas, in-laws George and Joan Chioles, brother-in-law James Chioles.
Visitation is from 10 AM-1 PM Saturday March 22, 2025, at the Kristan Funeral Home 219 West Maple Ave. (2 blocks west of Rt. 45 on Rt. 176) Mundelein. Funeral service will begin at 1 PM. Interment to follow in Ivanhoe Cemetery, Mundelein.
In lieu of flowers donations made to Cancer research at www.donate.cancer.org or St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital at www.stjude.org
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Betty Avery vazquez
April 5, 2025
So sorry to hear of Vickis passing. She was always such a sweet person. Always very friendly and always had a smile and a kind word for everyone.
Sending love to all the family and friends.
Annette Bracco
March 28, 2025
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always.
Tiffany Jilpas Trakas
March 27, 2025
Auntie Vicki, you and I were so much alike from our style of clothes to our interests and love for country - I felt like I was your long-lost daughter. Your strength over the years was admirable, and just like that sign I got you says, "You don't know how Strong you are until being Strong is the only choice you have". These last four years were not easy, but with your positive, optimistic outlook, it kept you around for a lot longer. It's that true faith that I found inspiring. I know you'll be watching over us with the rest of our Guardian Angels, so please hug them for me, and I'll be waiting for a visit. xoxoxo Your oldest niece, Star
Jp Moczalka
March 24, 2025
Heard the very sad news. I am so sorry for your loss. My family will pray for all of you in this difficult moment.
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terry smith
March 23, 2025
Our deepest thoughts and hearts to Vickie Chioles (Verastique).
Dog -n Suds was the the go to place in Mundelein. Gale Street was the place for a great steak and a cocktail. Our Condolences to your Families. Terry & Cynthia Smith
Jacque Verhalen
March 22, 2025
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. I feel like I lost a lifetime friend and family member Gale Street and all her sisters have been such a part of my life. From way back when
Dave and Sue Sweeney
March 22, 2025
Peter - You and Vicki were the ultimate duo. May God hold you and your entire family tightly in His arms and give you comfort and peace.
Melinda Verastique-Garcia
March 22, 2025
To my loving family on this day as we remember Vicky my loving cousin and your sweet sweet sister she's with our lord Jesus we will truly miss her smile and her laughter and her gentleness that she shared upon all of us Peter you were the most luckiest to have her in your life for so many years right by your side you were like the best cousin-in-law stay strong Peter Jesus has you also he has all of us I will miss you Vicky I love you and may God keep you safe by his side and keep my family strong God bless all of you
Tammy Bursoni
March 22, 2025
May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
Aida Berlanga
March 21, 2025
Vicki was a dear friend. We had so much fun together. I can still hear her laugh. May she rest in peace. Love Aida Berlanga
Hilda Salazar
March 21, 2025
My Deepest condolences. Vicki was a beautiful wonderful person and I'm am glad ,That I got to know her And to have her as a friend. My heart goes out to all the family. She will be missed. GOD BLESS
Colleen Harrison
March 20, 2025
Vicki you are a bright star always shining for me and you will always be one of the strongest and most beautiful women I have ever known love you to eternity you blessed me with your kindness and I will pass it on to all humanity. Love Always
Denise Rambo
March 20, 2025
Vicki, the memories of us as young girls will always be cherished. I can hear your giggle still after over 50 years . My deepest condolences to Peter and your loving family that was by your side throughout your long battle. Sending them all light and love. RIP peace my friend.
Mary & Ron Nally
March 16, 2025
Vicki was the sweetest person I knew. She always gave everything her all. May God bless and watch over her family, for I know they will surely miss her, as we all will. God rest in peace Vicki.
Deborah Graszer
March 15, 2025
Vicki was a beautiful and wonderful friend to me! She was a ray of sunshine to everyone she met and will be truly missed!
My heartfelt condolences to Peter and her entire family!
Diane Carlson
March 14, 2025
Dear Vicki, you always had a smile on your face and were nice to all. You did good for others and that’s what matters most in life. You are an inspiration for us all to be better people. Rest in Peace Vicki.
Peter and family I am so sorry for your loss.
Diane Parker
March 14, 2025
So sad to hear of Vickie's passing. She was a nice person who was always friendly and pleasant. She will truly be missed. She did so much and we didn't even realize how much she did helping others. We ate at Gale Street for years. First the original Gale Street and then the new one. Many good years spent there. You're now in your heavenly home helping there too. With Sympathy, The Parker's, Tim, Diane and Bob
Susan Jay Gilman
March 14, 2025
I'm so sorry I haven't seen you in years but you are my second boss of my life 30 years ago and Peter of course I do have this picture of the crew at the first Gayle Street and I do plan on blowing it up a little bit and putting it on your poster board at the wake ..I'm sorry you're gone Vicky.. I'm sorry you went through so much pain.. I miss you and I love you forever.. you rest in peace my friend.. sleep with the Angels my friend sleep with the Angels
Glenn Schultz
March 13, 2025
Vicki was always so sweet and genuine to me . God speed girl you will be missed by so many .
Chuck Bojniewicz
March 13, 2025
Love you vic you will be missed you are one great woman always so sweet God speed love always chuck
Suzie Brown
March 13, 2025
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well lived. Rest in peace Vicki.
Ann Magoon
March 13, 2025
Vicki was always friendly to all at Gale Street,
sarah greene
March 13, 2025
She was the best boss i ever had.
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