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Joseph Cartolano Obituary

Joseph Cartolano, age 51, long time resident of Orland Park and graduate of Carl Sandburg High School, passed away on November 23. Joseph loved taking things apart and fixing them since he was a child. He was a hard-working business owner who poured his heart and soul into his company, Audio Tech. When he wasn't working you could find him riding his Harley or hunting. But his true loves were his children, Melissa and Anthony Cartolano. Dearest son of Barbara nee Damato and the late Michael Cartolano Sr. Dear brother of Michael (fiancé JenniLynn Zemar) Cartolano, Jennifer (Jeffrey) Moore and Andrea (late Chad) Etapa. Special uncle of Cameron, Olivia and Sarah Moore, Gianna and Chad Etapa. Dearest companion of Sandra Lara. Great friend of many. Visitation will be held Thursday, 1:00-8:00 PM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home. Funeral, Friday December 2, 2022, 9:15 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home, 19604 Wolf Road, Mokena, IL. 60448 to St. Francis of Assisi Church, Mass of Christian Burial 10:30 AM. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Joe will be given his ""Last Ride"" by a motorcycle cortege. In honor of this ride family asks if you can, please to ride your motorcycles on Friday. For information on services 708-479-1210 or www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com

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Published by SouthtownStar on Nov. 29, 2022.

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Susan Moore

November 23, 2023

Joe won't be forgotten. He has a family that will keep his memory safe and cherished. Life will go on, but his spirit lives within those he loved most.

Stacey Steffens

December 1, 2022

Had some fun rides to Key West with you Joe! Remember there is only one road in & out of Key West so even the cops on the 10 Speeds could stop us if they wanted

Eileen VanDenHandel

November 30, 2022

Prayer for a lost Friend
I commend you, my dear one to almighty God. and entrust you to your Creator.
May you rest in the arms of the lord who formed you from the dust of the earth.
May holy Mary, the angels, and all the saints welcome you now that you have gone forth from this life.
May Christ who was crucified for you, bring you freedom and peace.
May Christ who died for you admit you into his garden of paradise.
May Christ, the true Shepherd, embrace you as one of his flock.
May he forgive all your sins and set you among those he has chosen.
May you see your Redeemer face to face and enjoy the vision of God, forever.
Joe there are no goodbyes we will meet again someday may you rest in peace, all my condolences to the Cartolano Family.

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TL

November 29, 2022

May your memories give you peace and comfort of your loved one. Words fall short of expressing my sorrow for the loss of your loved one. May GOD be with you all during this difficult time. 1 Thessalonians 4:14 For if we have faith that Jesus died and rose again, so too God will bring with him those who have fallen asleep in death through Jesus.

Joan Mormann-McGregor

November 29, 2022

As the days & weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love & support of family and friends.

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Dec

1

Visitation

1:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Vandenberg Funeral Home.

19604 Wolf Road, Mokena, IL

Dec

2

Funeral

9:15 a.m.

Vandenberg Funeral Home

19604 Wolf Road,, Mokena, IL

Dec

2

Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

St. Francis of Assisi Church,

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Vandenberg Funeral Home - Mokena

19604 South Wolf Road, Mokena, IL 60448

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