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Dominic Russo Obituary

Russo, Dominic J. 88, of Aurora, passed away Friday, February 3, 2012 at his home surrounded by family and friends. He was born June 4, 1923 in Chicago, son of the late Carl and Margaret Russo. He served in WWII, worked as a diesel mechanic for the Burlington Northern Railroad for 42 years and owned and operated Tony Weeds Pizza in Aurora for 10 years. He also was still an active member of the AmVets Post 103. Dominic is survived by his children, Tony (Linda) Russo, Stephanie (Les Bethel) Russo, Carla (Jon) Womack; grandchildren, Allyson and Alanna Russo; step-grandchildren, Julie Elston, Kurt Bethel and Sarah Womack; great-grandchildren, Blake, Brooke, Weston and Lily; sister, Josephine (Jim) Hart and special "family", Kevin (Patty) Crouse and their children, Samantha and Michael Crouse. Along with his parents, he is preceded in death by his wife, Dorothy, special companion, Ruth Ann Crouse and sister, Jacqueline Carnevale. Dominic was a fun loving, kind man who was always willing to help others. He enjoyed hanging out with his buddies playing pool. Dominic also loved karaoke at the Eagle Club and AmVets singing crooner songs. Special thank you to Leticia at Season's Hospice and Lynn and Jerry for their extraordinary care of Dominic. Family will be receiving guests on Wednesday, February 8, 2012 from 3:00 PM until time of service, 6:30 PM at Healy Chapel, 332 W. Downer Pl., Aurora, IL 60506. Burial will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to AmVets Post 103, 1194 Jericho Road., Aurora, IL 60506 or Seasons Hospice Foundation, 6400 Shafer Court, Suite 700, Rosemont, Illinois 60018. For information 630-897-9291 or visit www.healychapel.com to sign the online guestbook.

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Published by Beacon News on Feb. 6, 2012.

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jim detzler

January 31, 2025

R I P DOM

laura pell

February 12, 2012

Carla, Im so sorry for your loss. im thinking your dad worked with my dad Bud Abel on the railroad. Laura Pell

Leah Bond

February 9, 2012

Dear Stevie and Les,
My deceased husband, Rich Bond, introduced me to Dominic many years ago at the Italian-American Club. We also used to visit with him at the AM-Vets. I am so sorry to hear that he has passed away, and I'm so sorry that I did not get to his visitation and service. Dominic was a wonderful man and I enjoyed his company. I will miss him. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Sincerely, Leah Anderson Bond

February 9, 2012

Stevie and Les our thoughts and prayers are with you at this time of loss. We were sorry we were unable to attend. Hope to see you soon. Tom & Charlene Jacobs

February 8, 2012

My sincere condolences I remember him from his stay at Countryside Care Centre
he was a very nice man.
Cindy Edwards
APD

Barbara Leckbee

February 8, 2012

I knew Dominic from the Eagles Club in Aurora and found him to be the most warmest, friendliest and best singer at the club ! I enjoyed his friendship very much and reqret to hear of his passing. Rest in Peace, Dom. You were a wonderful person to know.

February 7, 2012

Stevie our thoughts and prayers go out to you and Les. We are glad we got to meet your dad and hear his karaoke singing.. We are here if you need anything.

Ann, Tom, Tessa, Emma, & Libby Wegman

ron boulding

February 7, 2012

my thoughts and prayers are with the entire russo family.. i always enjoyed talking with dom, and of course loved his pizza..god bless dom and his entire family..

TERRY STROBERT

February 6, 2012

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

Jacque Davis

February 6, 2012

Tony, Stevie and Carla, Growing up with your family was the best. Howard and I along with Mom and Butch send our very sincerest condolences. Our prayers and thoughts are with all of you. I know he is with Dort there ever after is here. The Love he had for his family spilled over to his friends. He will live forever in our hearts. Love Jacque

February 6, 2012

To my family, my thoughts and prayers are with all of you, xoxo The James Carnevale Family- Tina, Rudy, Cali, Luca(Olavarri) and Jackie Taylor(Carnevale)

February 6, 2012

Carla, I am thinking of you. Mary Murray

Paul Baxendale

February 6, 2012

My condolences to Dominic's family. I outdoor bowled with Dominic at the Italian American Club for many years. He will always be remembered.

February 6, 2012

Warmest thoughts, Dr. Michael Witanowski

Rod & Linda Peterson

February 6, 2012

Stevie, Tony, and Carla: our very sincerest condolences to all of you and the others in the family. Dom has been a part of our warmest memories for many years, and will continue to be so. May your healing be prompt and complete as this phase of life closes. Dom's book will be on yours and our shelf eternally.

February 6, 2012

Stevie - My thoughts and prayers are with you in the loss of your dad. Kathy DoBran

Dale & Nancy Christoffel

February 6, 2012

Tony & Linda,
Our condolences to you on the loss of your Father.
We will remember all of you in our prayers.

Robert Augustine

February 6, 2012

We'll always remember Dominic and his kind, warm and loving heart. Robert and Mary Jo

John Schmitz

February 6, 2012

Tony: My thoughts go out to you during this time of sorrow.

February 6, 2012

Stevie, I'm sorry to hear of your Dad's passing. My prayers are with you.


Maureen Sullivan

February 6, 2012

HE WAS A GOOD MAN AND I CANT TELL YOU HOW MANY PIZZAS I ATE FROM TONY WEEDS, THEY WERE THE BEST

Robert Augustine

February 6, 2012

We will always remember Dominic and his great and loving heart.

George and Wanda Dutton

February 6, 2012

Our hearts and prayers go out to your family during this time of sorrow.

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