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Anthony Schillaci Obituary

Anthony J. Schillaci, age 95, beloved husband of Antoinette, nee Bruno,; loving father of Sharon (Peter Saiger) Leibach; dear grandfather of James Leibach and Lorie (Michael) Skonieczny; dear great-grandfather of Mark and Matthew Skonieczny; fond brother of David (Janette), Connie (Dominick) Esposito, late Rose DeVivo, late Mary (late Edward), Elliott, late James (late Santa), late Joseph (Carmella); dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral service Monday 11:15 a.m. from the Skaja Terrace Funeral Home 7812 N. Milwaukee Ave. Niles to St. John Brebeuf Church for 12 noon mass. Entombment All Saints Mausoleum. Visitation Sunday 3 to 9 p.m. Memorials to St. Theresa the Little Flower Society appreciated. www.skajafuneralhomes.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Dec. 28, 2003.

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Carol Jarecki

December 29, 2003

Dear Antoinette,

I send my deepest sympathy to you and your family on the death of Anthony. He was truly a gentleman and lived a life close to God. May the memories of the many years spent together be a treasure for you and your family.

Chaplain Carol Jarecki

Lorie Skonieczny

December 28, 2003

Dearest Gramps,



I have so many wonderful memories of you. You were the best grandpa anybody could want. I am so proud that you were my grandpa. I love you so much and will never ever forget you. I will cherish our memories together and will miss you terribly.



Love your grandaughter,



Lorie

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