Name: Visitation for Nicholas Pillarella
Start: 2020-01-31T15:30:00.000Z
End: 2020-01-31T16:00:00.000Z
Location: St. Maria Goretti Church

Nicholas L. Pillarella I., age 88. Late of Schererville, Indiana formerly of the East Side. Passed away on January 23, 2020. Beloved husband of the late Lillian for 63 years. Loving father of Nicholas II (Cecilia), James (Debbie), and Steven (Evelyn) Pillarella. Devoted grandfather of Vinnie (Meghan), Jessica, Melissa (Donovan), Bianca, Joe, and Luke. Dearest brother of the late Mary Pritchard and the late Luke Pillarella. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Also survived by many cherished friends. He was a veteran of the U.S. Navy – Korean War. Nick retired as an engineer from LTV Steel with 46 years of dedicated service. He was a founding member of the Calumet Yacht Club. Funeral Services Friday, January 31, 2020 where friends may visit with the family from 9:30 am until time of Memorial Mass at 10:00 am DIRECTLY at St. Maria Goretti Church 500 Northgate Dr. Dyer, Indiana 46311. Arrangements entrusted to Elmwood Funeral Chapel, St. John. For more information 219-365-3474 or:

www.elmwoodchapel.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Jan. 29, 2020.

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James Kennelly

February 10, 2020

I worked with Nick at LTV. He taught me a lot and was a role model. On one project where I was having a lot of problems he had a few of the other engineers and draftsmen in the office to help out on different parts. Everyone pulling together under Nick's direction made me feel like we were all a big family. Nick also managed the cost control and monthly reporting which weren't my favorite parts of the jobs but over time he helped me understand his role and the importance. Nick helped many young engineers grow up at the company.

Linda Witkowski

February 1, 2020

Im so very sorry for the loss of your Dad None of my family knew of his passing! I just found out tonight through a friend. Nick was a wonderful man who was loved by all. He will be deeply missed. My heart aches for all. ❤
Our deepest sympathy to the family❤
The Zupan Family

Dick Rupnow

February 1, 2020

So sorry for your loss. I worked with Nick at LTV and later at Big Iron Investment Club. Great person to work with.

January 30, 2020

I am so sorry for the loss of your Father, Father in Law, and Grandfather. The Nick I knew was always kind. Vechnaya Pamyat. Pat (Dancula) Polinski

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January 29, 2020

My deepest condolences for your loss. I worked with Nick from '78 to'85 after the J&L YST merger. It was a very difficult time for all of us but Nick did a terrific job and was of great help to me personally. More importantly he was wonderful person. I'm sure he will be missed.

January 26, 2020

My condolences to the family . May you find comfort in your treasured memories and Gods promise to return our loved ones who passed away in death . 1st Thessalonians 4 : 13 & 14 .

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Jan

31

Visitation

9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

St. Maria Goretti Church

500 Northgate Dr., Dyer, IN

Jan

31

Memorial Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Maria Goretti Church

500 Northgate Dr., Dyer, IN

Funeral services provided by:

Elmwood Chapel, St. John Location

11300 West 97th Lane, Saint John, IN 46373

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