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PHILIP LaBELLE Obituary

Philip E. LaBelle, 45, of Sleepy Hollow, IL, died Saturday, August 28, 2010 after battling a rare form of cancer for more than two years. He is survived by his loving wife Ann Cecille (Abordo) LaBelle, the proud father of Krystal and John LaBelle of Kissimmee FL, his stepson Niel Dione (Abordo) Ocana of the Philippines, his beloved parents Francis and Lucille (LaFosse) LaBelle of MA, his brother Paul (Angela) LaBelle of PA, and two sisters Barbara (Joseph) (LaBelle) Danowski of PA and Cathy (LaBelle) Farraher of MA; many nieces and nephews. Born in Worcester, MA, Mr. LaBelle also lived in Orlando FL area, Niagara Falls, NY area, and recently Chicago IL area. Mr. LaBelle spent his life working in the computer software field for the hospitality industry. Currently the corporate Vice-President of IT for Hyatt Hotels, Mr. LaBelle has worked for numerous hotels, resorts, cruise lines, casinos, and theme parks over the past 20 years. Visitation will be Wednesday, Sept. 1, 2010 from 9 to 11 a.m. at St. Catherine of Siena Church, 845 W. Main St., West Dundee, IL 60118 with 11 a.m. Funeral Mass. Inurnment will be private at St. John Cemetery, Worcester, MA. In lieu of flowers donations would be appreciated to American Cancer Society. Funeral Arrangements were entrusted to Northern Illinois Funeral Services, Inc. 847-833-2928.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Aug. 31, 2010.

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September 29, 2010

Our deepest condolences. Phil was a wonderful and memorable person.

Jean Abraham
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Alan Zingale

September 12, 2010

Phil raised the spirits of many people in his life. He reached out to me and gave me a boost when I needed it - I will always remember his thoughtfulness. My sincerest condolences to the LaBelle Family.

September 6, 2010

To the LaBelle family
Our deepest synpathies to you all in this difficult time from the Mulcahy family( Sean, Kathleen, and Erin).
Those were great times in the 70s at 51 and 53 Deerfield St.
With sympathy
The Mulcahys

September 6, 2010

Sympathy to Ann and The LaBelle Family on this most painful loss. Susan LaFosse (Rhinebeck, NY)

Mike and Renita DiStefano

September 2, 2010

Meeting Phil changed my life forever. It's that simple. In life and now in heaven, he knows that we are two of his biggest fans. And, he was the loudest applause in both of our lives at certain moments. His kind heart and gentle spirit lives on his children. Our deepest condolences to Ann, Krystal, John and his entire family. Mike and I will both miss you dearly.

September 2, 2010

"Rest in peace Phil. Our prayers and sympathies are with the LaBelle family." Phil's buddies from Beaver Brook Joe Toloczko, Sean Mulcahy, Dave Roache, Timmy & Tommy King, David,Bobby, and Tommy Johnson

Tom Johnson and Family

September 2, 2010

To the Labelle Family,

The thoughts and prayers of the Johnson Family (Bob, Sheila, David, Bob and Tom) are with you in your time of grief. We had a lot of great times back in the Deerfield Street days and Phil will be missed.

Laura Poulin-Harkins (Warren)

September 1, 2010

Rest in Peace Phil. My thoughts and prayers are with your family.

Renae Botelho

August 31, 2010

Our thoughts and prayers our with all of the LaBelle family during this difficult time we love you all. God Bless
Love - The Botelho's John, Renae and Jon

Tony Heuer

August 31, 2010

Phil, we at Fidelio Cruise will miss you. Thank you for all the support you have given to us.

Michael Ducharme

August 31, 2010

My condolences to Phil's entire family, it is always a shock to lose a loved one so early in life, but he lived it so fully. Michael Ducharme, DMHS Class of 1983

August 31, 2010

Phil will be missed by all, Joan Degre

August 31, 2010

God Bless you Phil. You fought harder than anybody else I know. Now you can be at peace. You will live on in Krystal and John.
God Bless.
Deb

Kerrie (Degre) Shulten

August 31, 2010

We are very sorry for your loss and our thoughts and prayers are with all of you.Phil will be missed by all of us! Love,Kerrie,Mark,Jared and Marky

Parthiv Sheth

August 31, 2010

Phil's passion for life and his work never failed to amaze me. He will be dearly missed by everyone at Hyatt. Our prayers for his spirit and for the LaBelle family.

James Kalinowski

August 31, 2010

In our prayers.

Cathy Duffy

August 31, 2010

Ann, Krystal, John and the LaBelle family - Our deepest sympathy - May you find strength in each other to carry on Phil's legacy. John, Cathy, Ryan & Rhiannon Duffy

August 31, 2010

Phil will be greatly missed by his family and friends.
Bruce, Diana, Bruce Jr. and Emerald Degre

Betsy Fleek

August 31, 2010

Integrity and respect for others. Phil was always open to other ideas and I was a better person for working along side of him. He expected more and challenged the norms. His spirit will be missed

August 31, 2010

Philip LaBelle, from the first time I met him, he was a familiar and kind hearted. With endless patients and a gentle demeanor you knew he knew how to enjoy life and seemed to have a knack for keeping it all in balance. I worked for him for a short time and I grew through his mentoring and insight. I am sorry he has passed, and I am a better man for have knowing him. My condolences to all those who's life he touched.

Bob & Ann Gingras

August 31, 2010

Knowing Philip is at peace after his long and difficult trial should provide you some comfort. Please accept our heartfelt condolences on your loss.

John Prusnick

August 31, 2010

Phil is a great man. He has the highest level of integrity, the strongest sense of ethics, and a kind heart. Even in his last days, he continually reminded us about the importance of being fair and honest - and keeping your priorities in line.

He also is a person who liked to try new things - and I'm pleased that even I had the chance to show him something new, and introduce a new favorite wine to his own extensive list of favorites.

I will also treasure the "innovative" way that he went about trying to find little old me the perfect gift to celebrate a milestone. He went above and beyond to create something extra special - not just for me, but for everyone he met.

I shall remember you often, and toast your legacy with each glass. Here's to you Phil ... thank you for touching my life.

My deepest condolences to Ann and his children. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to help, anytime.

"JP"

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