Felix "Tony" Olivieri

Felix Antonio "Tony" Olivieri (ret Sgt CPD) passed away Wednesday, August 30, 2018. Adored husband of Rose (nee Hunter), amazing father to Tony Jr (Annette), Steve (Kinga), Richard (Jessica), and Edward (Maggie). Former husband of Zulma (la Primera Dama) Cordero, and an adored father figure to his nieces and nephews, whom he loved as if his own. Tony, known as "Lelo" to his grandchildren, Sebastian, Bryan, Sabrina, Sofia, Lola, Fiona, and Anthony was always so proud of them and genuinely enjoyed every moment he shared with them. He never wasted a moment to express how much he loved them and in his last moments with us continued to express his love through his penetrating eyes and soft embrace. His grandchildren made him so happy. "Lelo" absolutely adored his daughters-in-law. They adored him. He always let his boys know how lucky they were to have such wonderful women in their lives. And he was so proud of the wonderful families that they helped build. Loving Brother of Aida Reyes (the late Rufino), Nelida, Edwin (ret Sgt CPD)(Isabel), Lydia (Sam) Mejia, Victor (Julie), Rosa Nereida (Carlos) Diaz, Rosaura "Cookie" (Michael) Breen, Ann (Russ) Bragulla, Zoraida (Bernard) Stewart, Ariceli "Shelly" (Jim) Heap. Brother-in-law to Patricia (David) Smith, and the late Claudia Hunter. Preceded in death by his parents Felix and Felicita Olivieri. Tony was immensely proud of his humble beginnings in Puerto Rico and remained humble throughout his many successes in life. He taught us how to be good, how to do the right thing, and the importance of family and respect. He showed us how to accomplish anything as long as we truly put our minds and effort to our goals. He taught us that you really can have too much PhD and not enough 4th grade. He had the amazing ability to influence others for the better of self and community.In his last moments he went like he lived his life: with his loved ones always in his presence. A special thanks to the staff of Silverado Orchard Park Memory Care Community for their tender care. In lieu of flowers, we ask that you please make a contribution to Walk to End Alzheimer's North Shore c/o Megan Leo, Silverado Orchard Park Memory Care Community, 5520 Lincoln Ave, Morton Grove, IL 60053. Funeral Tuesday September 4 , 9:30 am from Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home, 6150 N. Cicero Ave., Chicago to Queen of All Saints Basilica for Mass at 10:00 am. Interment Private. Visitation Monday 1-9 pm. Info 773-736-3833