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Donald Silvestri Obituary

Donald J. Silvestri, age 70, beloved husband for 45 years to Diane, nee Parucka. Loving father of Aimee. Cherished grandfather of Jake. Dear brother of Larry (Sharon) Silvestri and the late Angela (late Charlie) Dykstra, Vincent (late Alfreda) Silvestri and Bill (late Mary) Silvestri. Devoted son of the late Adolph and Grace Silvestri. Dearest brother-in-law of Carol Silvestri, Barbara (late Jerry) Dufek, and Ellen (Donald) Walker. Fond uncle and great-uncle to many. A Celebration of Don's life will be held in August 2021. A Photo Tribute will be posted next week on Colonial Chapel's web-site. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Don's name to N.A.W.S., 9981 W. 190th St., Unit A, Mokena, IL 60448 or TLC Animal Shelter, 13016 W. 151st St., Homer Glen, IL 60491 are greatly appreciated. Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400

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Published by SouthtownStar on Mar. 28, 2021.

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Rita Watson

April 7, 2021

Donald was a kind caring man who embraced everyone as a friend. We mourn with you Diane. Bruce and Rita Watson

Keith Jones

March 26, 2021

Don and I worked together for many years and will miss him, he’s the best man and I respected him so much. God speed my friend

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