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Ahlgrim Family Funeral Services - Palatine Location

201 North Northwest Highway

Palatine, Illinois

Jerry Fanelli Obituary

Jerry Fanelli, 53, a 42 year resident of the Palatine area. Vietnam Army Veteran. Loving father of Raegan Dominique and Jason Robert Fanelli; fond brother of Ralph, Robert, Pat Gavros, Charles and Nick (Cindy) Fanelli; also surviving many nieces and nephews. Visitation at the Ahlgrim & Sons Funeral Home, 201 N. Northwest Highway, Palatine Sunday from 3 to 8 p.m. In state at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, 1190 N. Hicks Rd. Palatine from 9 a.m. until time of services at 10 a.m. Monday April 22nd. Interment Spring Lake Cemetery, Aurora. In lieu of flowers memorials appreciated for Patricia A. Gavros 'The Jerry Fund' c/o TCF Bank, 2540 US Rt 30, Oswego, IL 60543. 847-358-7411 Sign Guestbook at chicagotribune.com/obituaries.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Apr. 19, 2002.

Memories and Condolences
for Jerry Fanelli

16 Entries

Beth Olson

February 6, 2021

Jerry was a great friend I miss him every day. Hope his children know how awesome he was.

August 30, 2020

He was funny and a great friend. Miss him a lot.
Beth

Steven Gaare

May 1, 2002

Although I had not seen Jerry for many years, I often thought of him and his family with fond memories.

Jerry taught me many good thing about life. He taught me how to have a sense of responsability in the working world, how to treat others, and his wonderful sense of humor was always welcome. These are a few of the good things Jerry gave to me, and many others. Thank you for being a friend and an inspiration in my life.

Carol Ravagnie Hailmann

April 24, 2002

Raegan, Jason & Family

What a shame that God has taken Jerry from us.

We know now that the place God has choosen has one more happy-go-lucky guy there.

God Bless the children and the family. We will miss him.

Until we meet again.

Carol Ravagnie Hailmann "Schaumburg"

Vicki Lynch (Neveu)

April 23, 2002

I am writing for the entire Neveu family --so very sad to hear of Jerry's passing. He would visit with my father Don at Palatine Inn, dad thought very highly of Jerry. I also remember great times as kids hanging with Jerry, Nickie and Charlie. Our hearts go out to the entire Fanelli family. God Bless.

Robert Duda

April 22, 2002

Prayers and sympathy form the Bigfork MN. Jerry had a community of friends at church here that loved him. We lift you all up in prayer during this time of grief and loss. We ask why but then have to trust in the Lord that he took him to a place prepared for him in heaven. We will be reunited again in unconditional love and rejoice together in the garden, free from the bondage of this life. I was blessed to share time and a friendship with him. Bob Duda

Sue Meyer

April 21, 2002

Jerry,

I remember when my Mom & I would see you in Palatine Inn. You would always take time, sit down and chat with us for awhile. It was nice to run into you. You could always make us laugh. We will miss you.

Sue & Leona Meyer

Margaret Strauss-Poznan

April 20, 2002

Jerry, What fun we had growing up "in town". I still live on the same street a few houses down. I drive by where you lived with your brothers and the memories flow. Everything was so easy then. I know that where you are now is wonderful, no worries or hurts and the memories are of all the people who love you. God bless you. Maggie.

Lisa Donahue

April 20, 2002

Raegan,

My heart goes out to you in this difficult time in your life. I want you to know that my thoughts and prayers are with you.

Love, Lisa

Bill DeMuth

April 20, 2002

Raegan and Jason,

I'm very sorry about your Dad.

There's nothing harder in life than losing a parent. Always remember that he loved you both.

He is now is a far better place.

Be strong-

You and your family have my prayers and condolences.

Bill

JOANN RUNOWICZ-RENO

April 20, 2002

RAEGAN,,,,,I AM SO SORRY TO HEAR OF THE PASSING OF YOUR FATHER....YOU ATTENDED SCHOOL WITH MY SISTER LINDA AND I JUST WANTED TO EXPRESS MY SORROWS......GOD BLESS.

Kevin Jennings

April 19, 2002

Jerry was a great man to know,,He was very knowledgable on the operation of a tractor trailer..he will be greatly missed. Our thoughts and prayers are with him and the family.

Mary Ann

April 19, 2002

Junior - My heart is full of sadness. Our world was a better place because we called you our friend. You were a wonderful brother-in-law and have been a terrific Uncle. I hope you have found the peace and the rest you deserve.

Amy Wesol (Donahoe)

April 19, 2002

Jerry was a very good friend of my father's and of our family for as long as I can remember. I was so sorry to hear of his passing. He will really be missed. May he finally be at peace. My thoughts and prayers are with his family.

Robert Bergman

April 19, 2002

What a tragedy this good man couldn't be saved.

Jerry was a friend and "buddy" for more than 35 years, as was the rest of the family. It is absolutely heartbreaking to to hear of his passing. It had seemed we was making good progress, and was close to regaining consciousness.

Jerry was always ready with a joke or prank to make you laugh, we'll all be less without him -- but God had other plans.

Be at peace Jerry, we'll all miss you.

DANA GORDON

April 19, 2002

I worked with Jerry for a short time at Bell Trucking and Material. Although we had our differences, he was a great man and he will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers goes to his family during this difficult time.

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