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JOSEPH CIRAULO Obituary

Joseph J. Ciraulo, Sr., age 89, beloved husband of 63 years of Alice, nee Hodges; loving father of Marita (Ray) Pytlik, Joanne (Ron) Lynn, Tom (Bonnie), Richard (Laura), Betty (Pat) Kenny, Jerry (Judy), Joseph, Jr. (Joanne); proud grandfather of 19; proud great-grandfather of 18; caring brother of Lillian Musto and Jean D'alessandro; and caring uncle of many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, and was brother of the late Josephine Ciraulo. He served his country during World War II and received the Bronze Star. Private services were held in Quincy, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Illinois Veterans Home in Quincy, 1707 N. 12th St., Quincy, IL 62301, or in care of Duker & Haugh Funeral Home, 823 Broadway St., Quincy, IL 62301. www.dukerandhaugh.com.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Dec. 4, 2009.

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Genevieve O'Connor

December 12, 2009

Dear Alice and Family,I am so sorry to hear about your loss. I have so many fond memories of us all growing up together on 60th place.Your in my thoughts and prayers

Genevieve (Maher) O'Connor

December 8, 2009

Aunt Alice and Family, It is so hard for us to express how we feel right now. It is difficult to remember Uncle Joe without picturing his smile, quiet spirit, and welcoming ways. He truly was the greatest gentleman among the Gentlmen's Club. He left us with so many wonderful memories. All of you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Love,
Char and John

Jane Sterk

December 8, 2009

Joe-Joe, I did not intend to exclude you from my sincere condolences on my original note.

My last memory of your parents the day before they left for Quincy is a fond memory. They were both in good spirits and health. I took a great picture of them along with Clarita and she has it displayed to see everyday.

Keep his spirit alive with his memories.

Jim, Rita, Grant, Justin Abby Wolf

December 7, 2009

My memories of Uncle Joe is a man with a smile on his face, along with an easy chuckle and a big "How are You doing". What a gentle man. I know all of you will miss him very much. You had such a great Dad. My sincere condolences to all the Ciraulo family and may God comfort you Aunt Alice during this sad time.

Jane and Clarita Sterk

December 7, 2009

I'm so glad to have such fond memories with Uncle Joe. He served his family and country with love and dignity.

My sincere condolences to Aunt Alice, Marita, Joanne, Tom, Dick, Betty, and Jerry.

Ann Marie Murray

December 6, 2009

Uncle Joe was a very kind man. He is with Jesus. Condolences to his wife, Aunt Alice, and all of his children and many grandchildren.

Bob and Marilyn Wirth

December 5, 2009

The wonderful stories we've heard about your Dad is a true testament to his character and the great legacy he left behind for all of you to cherish. It's obvious he was a man of great faith and love for God, who also had a true commitment to his family and his country. He served all with dignity, yet he remained humble. What a wonderful example he was! I'm sure he will be sorely missed by all of you, but you can take comfort in knowing, if anyone can make it into heaven, it would certainly be him. He's also truly free now of any earthly pain he so valiantly suffered with, just as Christ did. God bless all of you. I will keep you in my prayers. Keep in touch and let us know if we can be of any help while you deal with this difficult loss.

December 4, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to the entire Ciraulo family. Please accept our most sincere condolences.

John and Donna Getz

james joyce

December 4, 2009

Mr."C" was a great man indeed. Someone I looked up to during my youth. Was lucky to know him. All we can do is try to measure up to the kind of man he was.I will always remember him getting a laugh out of some of our "experiances", even when I really ticked him off. He would always forgive me. God bless Mrs "C" and all of his family. Love Always "Mooch" PS thoughts and prayers.

December 4, 2009

Our deepest sympathy to Alice and the entire Ciraulo family.

William and Barbara Klimas

Ron & Marsha Rhodes

December 4, 2009

We are so sorry for your loss.
With deepest sympathy,

December 4, 2009

Fond memories of this True Gentleman. Thoughts and Prayers are with your family.
Mike, Mary Alice, Mike and Dan Patrick

Paul Diimig

December 4, 2009

Please accept my sincere condolences. My thoughts and prayers are with you during this difficult time.

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