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JOSEPH CESENA Obituary

Joseph B. Cesena, age 81, of Chicago. 1992 DePaul University Hall of Fame inductee. Devoted husband of late Lucille, nee Alongi; beloved father of Maria (Chester) Klovas, Carla (Terry) Whitlock, Vincent (Holly); loving grandfather of Joseph, Keith, Anthony and Olivia; dear brother of Sam (Linda); fond uncle of many. Visitation Tuesday 3 to 8 p.m. at Drake & Son Funeral Home 5303 N. Western Avenue where prayers will be said 9:15 a.m. Wednesday at St. Hilary Church for a 10 a.m. mass. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. Montclair-Lucania Funeral Home entrusted with arrangements. For info 773-561-6874 or www.montclair-lucaniafuneral.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Sep. 20, 2010.

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September 27, 2010

Dear Maria and Chet,
Our deepest sympathy on the death of your dad. We were out of town and didn't hear of his death until today. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. We know how hard it is to lose someone so special. May all of your memories bring you peace and joy. Love, Sharon and Pat

Joanne Heintz

September 23, 2010

To the Cesena family

Our deepest sympathies on the passing of your beloved father and grandfather. He was so proud of all of you and continually delighted us with stories of his family.

Joe was a dear friend - warm, thoughtful, passionate and ever-engaging. He loved to recount the old days and shared many memories of times when he and our mom were back in school. His positive outlook and gentle spirit will be greatly missed.

God bless and comfort you. Please know that your family is in our thoughts and prayers during this difficult time.

Love to you all,
The Stefely's
Elsa, Elaine (Berglund), Claire (Ault), Joanne (Heintz)

September 22, 2010

Dear Vince, Holly, AJ and Oliva,

We are sorry to hear about the loss of your father and grandpa. Remember all the good times you had with him, he will always hold a special place in your heart. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. May God be with you during this difficult time. God Bless all of you!
Love, Jeff and Kay Southwell (Dot's sister)

Bobby Weinstein

September 22, 2010

Carla,
My deepest sympathies to you and your family.
Robert "Bobbby" Weinstein

Rosemary Vaccaro-Minturn

September 22, 2010

Vince, Carla and Maria,
I was sorry to hear about the loss of your dad. My prayers are with you. He will be missed. He is now in heaven with your mom. God Bless to you all. Rosemary Vaccaro Minturn

The Pincsak Family

September 21, 2010

Dear Vince, Holly and family,

We are so sorry to hear about the loss of Mr. Cesena. Joe was one of the good guys and will be missed. Your family is in our prayers. What a wonderful picture to remember him by.

Benny and Aida Velazquez

September 21, 2010

Dear Vince and the entire Cesena Family:

Our heartfelt sympathies to you and your Family. May God bless all of you at this difficult time.

It's amazing how your Dad and Aida's mom were born on the same day, March 19th! We have lost two very special people born on the same day, but we all know, they are now resting in peace.

God bless!

Jim Marino

September 21, 2010

Dear Vince, Maria and Carla,

My deepest sympathy on the passing of your father, a wonderful person, true gentleman and most loyal DePaul supporter, whos's work with Ray Meyer helped many DePaul teams to victory. His positive attitude and supportive gentleness had a lasting impression on many a DePaul athlete. It was an honor to know Joe.

Jim Marino

John, Janet, Johnny McPartlan

September 20, 2010

Dear Vince, Holly, AJ and Olivia:

We are so sorry to hear of the passing of your wonderful father and grandpa. I was lucky enough to have sat with him in your yard a few weeks ago when he was so upbeat and talkative. He was so proud of his grand kids. He must have mentioned how smart they were and what good swimmers they were 10 times. How good you must feel knowing that your children will have such fond memories of your dad! God Bless Joe and you are all in our prayers and on our minds. Much love Cesena Family, The McPartlans

Cindy Venckus

September 20, 2010

Dear Carla, Terry, Keith & Joseph,

Our deepest sympathies are with all of you. May you be comforted by the unseen arms of God during this time as you grieve the loss of your father, father-in-law and grandfather.

Sincerely,
Mark and Cindy Venckus

Frank Bernero

September 20, 2010

Dear Vince, Holly and family,

We're so sorry about your dad. Joe was such a wonderful man and will truly be missed. We have a lot of fond memories of him, including when he walked Frank's mom down the aisle at our wedding. Sending you and your family lots of love right now! The Bernero Family

Mary Patton

September 20, 2010

Dear Maria, Chet and family,

Please accept our deepest sympathies on the passing of your Dad. May your loving memories bring you peace and comfort. May his reunion with your Mom bring you joy as they celebrate the gift of eternal life together in Heaven.

With All of Our Love,
Bob, Mary, Jen and Michael Patton

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