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V.T.C Carnelli Obituary

Dr. Carnelli, D.D.S., passed away peacefully at the age of 89. Born to V.V. and Mary Carnelli, he was educated at DePauw (pre-med) and graduated from Northwestern University Dental School. He was also in the Navy Reserve, from which he emerged as a lieutenant. Starting his dental practice in 1958, Dr. Carnelli practiced dentistry for more than 56 years. He was a member of the Rotary for more than 44 years, serving as president in the late '70s and participated in Doctors Without Borders, providing dentistry services to underserved children in Ecuador. As a pilot and Model A enthusiast, Dr. Carnelli owned two single-engine airplanes and a 1930 Model A Ford. Additionally, he participated in various activities including designing and building radio control airplanes, skiing, fishing, photography, breeding and showing dogs. He is survived by his loving wife, Marilyn; two children, Craig and Lisa Carnelli, and their mother, Sandra; two grandchildren, Nichole and Justin; and a great-granddaughter, Madisyn. A celebration of Dr. Carnelli's life will be held at a later date.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Apr. 25, 2021.

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Cheryl Fayne

April 29, 2022

Dr Carnelli took care of all my dental needs from my first visit in the early 60s until early 2000s. He was the best both professionally and personally. He always had a funny joke and a great smile. The last time I saw him I asked him if he was still practicing, to which he replied practicing? I´ve been doing dental work for so long I´m doing it for real now. I´m glad that that last encounter left such a fun impression of such a warm person. I hope your many memories bring you comfort in the coming years.

Theresa & Ralph Mansfield

May 7, 2021

We have lost a truly great friend!!!

Julie Stiles Salk

April 26, 2021

So sorry to learn of his passing. He was a great neighbor & dentist. You're all in my thoughts.

Julie Stiles Salk

Marjorie Mead

April 25, 2021

Sorry to see this. Vic was a wonderful dentist. He was conservative and watched the costs for my mother´s needs. He was much appreciated by all our family.

Robert and Susan Rosenbacher

April 25, 2021

Dear Marilyn, Vic was our dear friend, neighbor and dentist. He was Such a fine man contributing to the well-being of others. We are so sorry for your loss. Take care, Bob and Sue.

Ann lanzillotti

April 25, 2021

I was a dental client for many years in Deerfield. He was a great dentist. I have missed him the last few years. Rest in peace. A great man.

Nancy Hopwood Black

April 25, 2021

I´m so sorry to hear of Dr. Carnelli´s passing. I was his patient from the time I was in 4th grade (1961?) until about 2014 when I transitioned to my nephew´s practice as Dr. Carnelli was starting to wind down. He was an awesome Dentist and a great caring person. I lived in Georgia in the 90´s and saw another dentist during that time who commented on the excellent quality of my existing dental work. I called Dr. Carnelli from Georgia to let him know his work had received the admiration of the young Georgia dentist and he was tickled pink. He will always hold a special place in my heart. My deepest condolences to the family and to his very special staff. Nancy Hopwood Black

Jackie Strickland

April 25, 2021

He was my dentist. Such a warm friendly man who had that sparkle in his eye and love of life. I remember him fondly and wish you comfort in your loss.

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