Photo courtesy of Ewald-Barlock Funeral Home
Chicago, Illinois
Jul 19, 1921 – Jul 3, 2012
Elio Papucci, 90 yrs. July 3, 2012. VET Army WW II, Purple Heart recipient. Beloved husband of the late Valentine "Val" nee Anselmini. Loving father of Victoria (Daniel) Kanara, Mary Jo (Mike) Nicosia, Ernie (Karen) and Christina (Rick) Thomason. Dear Nonno of Jeff (Shelley), Nick (Jennifer),...
Read MoreOh Dad it's that time again. It's flying by faster than ever. Sure do miss you and I know you watch over us and keep us safe. Thank you and wish you knew how much you meant to us. Best Hugs were your signature. Till we see you again. Glad you were such a big part of our lives. Miss you. I know you are glad to be with Ma! Love Victoria and Dan of course all of us!
Victoria Kanara
July 02, 2025 | Shorewood, IL | Daughter
Dad, Almost another year ... Still feels like a second ago, then a million. Feel You and Mama around Me everyday. Until We Meet Again. Love You Christina and Rick =)
Christina Thomason
June 28, 2025 | Chicago, IL | Daughter
Dad, it's getting to be that time again when it only seems like yesterday. I miss you very much still. Hoping you keep your guiding presence in our life. Your smile and laughter is sure needed these days. Till we are all together again. Love and you still gave the very best HUGS. Miss you so. Love, Victoria
Victoria A Kanara
June 28, 2024 | Shorewood, IL | Daughter
Dad, Each year getting closer to seeing You and Mama in person. Hear your words of encouragement when I need them, Daily! Love and Miss You Both, Until I am called home (Altgeld st. =) ) to be with Him!
Christina Thomason
June 28, 2024 | Chicago, IL | Daughter
Dad, Time Sure Flies, You used to say blink your eyes you are 50, 60, 70, 80! But every time I close my eyes I see You & Ma Together Happy that makes time go slow and fast at tge same time! We Love and Miss You & Ma More Than Words Can Describe. I Feel You Both Hugging Me Just When I Need You ... Everyday! Love You Christina
Christina Thomason
June 28, 2023 | Family
Well Dad it is approaching July when I feel how much we are missing you. Knowing you are with Ma helps us, but we still miss you so very much. Best hugs from you are missed by ALL. Love from all of us. Love, Vicki
Victoria A Kanara
June 28, 2023 | Shorewood, IL | Daughter
This July is 10years you are not with us, and it is hard to believe. We miss you very much, and know you are with us (and Ma too). Love from all of us. Vicki
Victoria Kanara
June 28, 2022 | Family
Dad when July approaches, I think how could it be you are not here. But then a cardinal shows up in the back yard, and I remember you are always with us. Miss you Dad.
Victoria Kanara
June 28, 2021 | Family
Dad, your presence always felt. Knowing you are near sure helps us all get through Life. Missing you and Ma never goes away. Your hugs surely embraced all of us. Love you Dad
Victoria Kanara
June 29, 2020 | Daughter
