Dean M. Dannels Jr.

Dean M. Dannels Jr., passed away suddenly on Feb. 12, 2004, loving and devoted husband of Nancy, nee Rodeghiero, for 31 years; dedicated and cherished father of Grant, Timothy and the late Steven Dannels; loving son of Dean Sr. and Ernestine Dannels; dear brother of Gail (Richard) Fagan, David (Ellen), Gerald and John Dannels. He is also survived by his fond brother- in-law, Charles (Kathleen) Rodeghiero; father- in-law, Donald (late Amelita) Rodeghiero; three nieces and one nephew. Dean was a longtime resident of Park Forest and was employed at Montgomery Wards for 24 years. He also worked at Prestige Employment Services and Martroy Electronics. He was a member of St. Lawrence O'Toole Catholic Church, an Eagle Scout and past Scout Master for Cub Scout Pack #188 and Boy Scout Troop #156. Dean also enjoyed landscaping and gardening and was active with the Park Forest Beautification Awards Committee. Visitation will be held on Sunday, Feb. 15 from 2 to 6 p.m. at Lain-Sullivan Funeral Home, 50 Westwood Dr., Park Forest. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated Monday, Feb. 16, 10 a.m. at St. Lawrence O'Toole Church, 214th and Governors Hwy., Matteson. In lieu of flowers, contributions may be directed to the Timothy Dannels Education Fund. Information, 708-747-3700.