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for Charles Carlucci
Patricia O'Brien
March 3, 2018
The Carlucci Family is in my thoughts and prayers. Charlie was a kind. a smart and a generous guy with a great sense of humor. We would always share stories of being part of a large and loving Catholic Family! Sr. Celestine and her religious order always loved to be treated by Charlie, Joe, and Phyllis!
Matt Williams
January 4, 2018
Charlie was the guy I would turn to when I really needed someone to listen. He did so with an endless ear. Rose, all I know is how much this guy loved you and the kids. He was always talking about you guys. Too soon. Way too soon.
Matt Williams
Dave Kilduff
January 3, 2018
Rose and family,
Today when the call came to me through my phone as "Charley" little did I know that you were going to tell me that my good friend Charley was no longer with us.
I remember the great times at all the Carlluci's run restaurants including Ditka's. I and my children have such fond memories about birthdays, celebrations and Charley always made them better because of his great personality and kindness.
Personally my heart is broken and sad. He was truly a character with a personality that could fill the room and heart just a big.
He will be missed and I will never forget his friendship to me.
Rose, my family prayers go you to your family.
Jayne Ciasto and Family
December 27, 2017
Rose and Family,
We are so sad to hear of Charlie's passing. Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.
Paul Draths
December 23, 2017
Dear Rose and family,
We were stunned and deeply saddened to learn of Charlie's passing. The loss of such a wonderful neighbor will be felt by all in the Eastwood "community". We will always remember him fondly. Ellen and I offer our heartfelt condolences.
Paul and Ellen Draths
Max Bramson
December 22, 2017
Our condolences to the Carlucci family regarding Charlie's passing. Our thoughts are with you.
Max Bramson
Jeff Bramson
Kenny Lovette
And all from the Carlucci-Halsted valet
John Halloran
December 22, 2017
Dear Roselene, Thinking of you, wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain. My thoughts and prayers are with you, your family and all the Carlucci's through the challenging days ahead.
John Halloran & Family
Patrice Roche
December 22, 2017
This sad news transported me to Halsted Street in the early 80s--so many memories of "Cha Cha" behind the bar at Glascott's. What a fun-loving, unforgettable guy loved my many. Peace to all the Carlucci family.
-Patrice Harrigan Roche
Agnes Izzi
December 22, 2017
Dear Rose, Mary, Gabrielle, James and Mary,
You are all in our thoughts and prayers. We hope all the love and support from all family and friends will comfort you through this very difficult time.
With Love and Prayers,
Una & Mike
Debbie Cruz
December 22, 2017
To Rose, Mary, Gabrielle, James and the entire Carlucci family: We are so deeply sad to hear the news of Charlie's passing. We truly felt honored to have met Charlie and witnessed his love for his family and his Queens family. Although it has been several years since we have seen Charlie, we often talk about the fond memories we had together as a Queen's family and of course, those included Charlie. He was so very kind to everyone and always left you with a smile on your face. His energy and joy was infectious! Our hearts are truly broken for you. With fond memories and heavy hearts, The Cruz Family - Jasmine, Debbie, Tom and Diana.
Jim Tourloukis
December 21, 2017
Charlie was a great coworker, but also a true friend. We worked together at Billy Casper Golf, and I looked forward to all of our interactions, both professionally and especially personally.
I will always remember his wit, his great sense of humor, and the love and passion he had for his family.
I am deeply saddened by this news but I know he will be cracking jokes in heaven and looking down upon us with a smile.
Juli Yarosh
December 21, 2017
I can not begin to tell you how much we love Charlie. My husband Jimmy Yarosh was a Secret Service agent and he and Paul Morrissey were transferred together from DC to Chicago in 1983. I believe they met Charlie almost on arrival and the rest is history. We had our wedding at Carlucci's and it was the very best day of my life. I can hear Charlie's laugh right now. My deepest sympathies to his family, especially his wife, Rose. Marrying the love of his life made him a better man. Loosing Charlie absolutely breaks my heart.
December 21, 2017
Grief can be so hard, but our special memories help us cope. Remembering you and your loved one today and always. My heartfelt condolences.
Jim & Pat Kehoe
December 21, 2017
TO THE Carlucci Family: Pat and I were saddened to learn of Charlies passing. We got to know Charlie at Porters Pub where he made Porters a really fun place to go. Happy to have been friends with Charlie. May he RIP.
John Lyman
December 21, 2017
On behalf of the Lymans, our deepest sympathies to Rose and family over this loss -- far too early. Charlie was a great neighbor and tireless parishioner, and was of course a consummate hospitality professional. He'll be dearly missed in our community. Thoughts and Prayers.
Richie "Dick" McNelis
December 20, 2017
My deepest condolences to the Carlucci Family
I only had the pleasure of getting to know Charlie since I moved back home to Chicago in 2013. I was/am a regular first off the tee at Waveland every Saturday and Sunday. Charlie would come into the shop and ask the guys if Richie had teed off, if so at about the 7th or 8th hole up would come Charlie in a cart with an adult beverage, he of course knew my personal preference. Unexpected but certainly a delighted customer since it may only be 6 6:20ish in the AM during the longest days of summer. I'd finish my round and wander to the café to have coffee and talk with Charlie. Often Charlie would ask if I was hungry even though the CTC hadn't opened for the day. The breakfast sandwiches were outstanding. Charlie was truly an extraordinary hospitality professional. About a year after we had these Saturdays/Sundays that I finally put it together that this is the same Carlucci from Carlucci's on Halsted, a place I frequented in my much younger days with equally fond memories.
Charlie was a great friend to me and will be deeply missed.
Angela Geraghty
December 20, 2017
Rose and family - We are so very sorry to hear about Charlie's passing. May God bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.
With much love and prayers,
Angela Geraghty
Lauren Malis
December 20, 2017
I am so sad to hear of this grand loss. I have great memories of Charlie. We shared some great moments. He always made me laugh, gave me my nickname Lola which everyone still uses and was always a kind and generous soul. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and dear friends. May the memories live on forever in your heart. God Bless.
Sharon Samardzija
December 20, 2017
Rose,
Milo and I send our sincere sympathies to you and your children. This is sad news to hear of the passing of a dear soul too early.
Milo and Sharon Samardzija
Linda & John Fahey
December 20, 2017
Rose I am so sorry about Charlie's passing. He was such a nice man. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. ❤
Cathy Geraghty-Harkin
December 20, 2017
Rose -
I am so sorry for your loss. Charlie was taken too soon. My heart and prayers go out to you and your family and all of the Carluccis.
With Love and Sympathy
Cathy Geraghty-Harkin
Blase Viti
December 20, 2017
We use to go to Charlie's Ale House almost everyday after work and on weekends. Soon to be wife and I had our names on the Bar we went to Charlies so much. When we were married and after our Wedding was over at 1a Charlie let us all go to Webster and Racine to Charlies we were their until 5a He had large buckets of Champagne waiting for us. We had over 50 People there. A friend of mine from out of town had is car broken into and radio stolen. I'll never forget my Wedding night at Charlie's!!! This was November 25th 1989. Never forget Charlie always had a smile and nice thing to say. HE WILL BE Sorely MISSED!!!!! Blase and Kristine Viti
Nancy Naatz
December 20, 2017
Our sincerest condolences to the Carlucci family...
Charlie was fantastic at running our pub at Bowes Creek Country Club. He brought so much fun and personality to the place.
It has been a few years since we've seen him, but his presence has truly been missed.
Rest in Peace.
Sally Schneiders
December 20, 2017
I am sorry I pressed a wrong button before I had finished my other note!
Please accept my deepest condolences on the loss of Charlie, a great friend to me as well as countless others I am sure.
My heart goes out to you all-
Sincerely,
Sally Schneiders
Sally Schneiders
December 20, 2017
To Roselen and Charlie's family- I am heartbroken and so sorry for all of you.
Charlie and I became friends over at Waveland Golf Course. He hired our youngest son Joe to work in the kitchen for a couple of summers,Sunday, December 17, 11:00 a.m. & 12:30 p.m. Latin High Mass
3rd Sunday of Advent (Gaudete Sunday), Healey Willan Singers
Missa Brevis no. 4, Healey Willan (1880-1968)
Ecce Dominus Veniet, Tomás Luis de Victoria (1548-1611)
Tota pulchra es, Robert Whyte (1538-1574)
Magnificat in A, Healey Willan (1880-1968)
Sunday, December 24, 12:00 a.m. Midnight Latin High Mass, Extraordina and was just a great FUN friend to our entire family.
Eileen Murphy
December 20, 2017
I know Charlie Carlucci from his effective and wonderful professional years at Marovitz Golf Course and Clock Tower Cafe. Charlie was the consummate restauranteur and hospitality professional. The golfers and and diners of Waveland Clock Tower Cafe so appreciated that he brought the space back to life, light and robust flavors. When he came through the cafe, he always paused to talk, share, live life and enjoy the day. He was an Italian bon vivant extraordinaire. It was great fun working with Charlie for a couple months trying to woo him to open an Italian restaurant in Buena Park. We considered spaces, and tried to find the financing. Alas-other opportunities beckoned. I really liked Charlie. He was a good man who expressed love for his children, family and others. My life is enriched for having crossed paths. The walk however ended too early... My thoughts are with the Carlucci Family at this time of passing, loss, great sadness and transitions. We will continue the journey for good Charlie Carlucci.
Eileen A. Murphy, MD
Peter and Susan Campbell
December 20, 2017
Our hearts and prayers go out to the Carlucci family.
Christine Elkin-Faber
December 20, 2017
Rose:
My deepest sympathy to you and your family. My prayers and love go out to you all.
Love,
Christine
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