William P. Tellano

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William Tellano Obituary

ELLANO William P. Tellano, age 53, beloved husband of Patricia, nee Huisenga; loving father of Thomas (Maria) Stahl and Lisa Wallace; dear grandfather of nine; fond brother- in-law of Donald (Ruth), Rich (the late Julie), Barb (Ron) Schutt, Debbie (Rich) Wiltjer, Ken (Val), Dave (Beth) and Tom (Darlene). Visitation Wednesday from 3-9 PM. Funeral service Thursday at 11:00 AM at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Drive and Harlem) Orland Park. Interment Chapel Hill Gardens South. Memorials to American Heart Association preferred. Express your thoughts and condolences at www.colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400

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Published by SouthtownStar on Oct. 22, 2008.

Memories and Condolences
for William Tellano

12 Entries

Ron & Denise Ingram

November 10, 2008

My husband and I have been Bill & Pat's neighbor for a little over 3 years. We had some great times together and they always made us feel like a part of their "family".

I have been reading the entries in this guest book and could not agree with these entries more. I can not find the words to describe how much Bill will be missed and what a Great and Talented person he was. Bill would no doubt do anything for anybody.

Pat please do not forget your "family" is right next door if you ever need anything please let us know. We loved Bill and we love you and will be there for you when you need us. Pat you are in our daily thoughts and prayers.

We try to take comfort in knowing that Bill is in heaven and is at peace.

Cindy Airgood

October 27, 2008

Pat & Family, our thoughts and prayers are with you all. I can't believe it was just about 2 weeks ago when I seen Bill- He had stopped by my sister & brother-in-laws house in Mich. I'm so glad I was home to say "Hi" and give him a big hug. He was such a great guy and so very talented. He would do anything for you! I know he will be truly missed. We will miss his great smile & wonderful stories. Ralph and Cindy Airgood

Lori Saar

October 24, 2008

I had the honor of being called Billy's "daughter-in-law" and did so with pride. He was such a wonderful man, full of love and compassion for others. He and my daughter April had a very close bond, he always said Grandma Pat and April were his "two girls". I will miss my phone calls and emails from Billy, he was one of a kind and always had something to say to make my day better. Pat, please know that you are in my thoughts and prayers and no matter what, you are still "Grandma Pat" and we love you!
Lori and April

Susan Moennich

October 23, 2008

We meet so many people throughout our lives, but it only took meeting Bill once to know special he is. Bill was a true friend to many, with a heart as big as his smile. I loved the passion with which he pursued those things that were important to him. If there is a Color Guard in Heaven, Bill will be standing there to honor each one of us as we return home. Pat, my prayers and thoughts are with you.

Hochsprung Family

October 23, 2008

Bill became a friend of our family through my brother-in-law who always commented that Bill was the brother he never had. Consequently, Bill became my wife's "other brother" and that is how he would greet her whenever he called or visited our house. I have to echo all of the other comments about how Bill was always there wanting to know how to help, and it wasn't all talk, he demonstrated his caring for people every day of his life.

Just two weeks ago he stopped by our home in Michigan while returning home from visiting his son in Ohio. It was great to see him, we talked for a while about lots of things, one of which was his Honor Guard duties at the Veteran's Cemetary south of Chicago. You could see the pride in his eyes as he talked about his service there, how many ceremonies a day took place, etc. We rode over to my son's house so that he could say hello, and Bill and Ray were really happy to see each other.. the affinity of cops relating to cops. Bill had always been so supportive of Ray and his cousin Chris in their pursuits of being police officers.

We all lost a great friend and "brother" last week, but the Lord obviously needed another member of His higher Honor Guard.

Bill, we know that you are still with us but also up there looking over all of us just like you did when you were here on earth. Bless You!!

Pat.. may the Lord give you strength during this trying time but also joy over how much your Bill was loved by so many. And I'll tell you what Bill would tell us... if you ever need anything, just give us a call!

Ken

Jim Canfield

October 23, 2008

Rachel and I were saddened by the new of Bill's passing. We hadn't heard until the night of the wake, so we could not make the services. Pat, we love you and know that our prayers are with you. Bill had a personality that was contagious and he was fun to be around. I will always think of him when I pass the Alsip Fire Dept and see the sculpture. Pat, you have a lot of family and friends, but if there's anything we can do, let us know. We will pray for you and may the saving grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be sufficient in carrying you through this time. God Bless You.
Love, Jim and Rachel.

William Taglieri

October 22, 2008

Bill was the brother I never had. From the day Pat and Bill moved in on Hamlin Ave. and I saw his license plates with BT on them I told him he had my plates. When I told him my name he laughed. A few days later my son thought I was cutting down the neighbor's tree, but it was Bill cutting down his own tree. My friends would drive by and honk thinking Bill was me - Bill would just wave. We later found that we enjoyed the same sports. We went hunting down south, we would go boating and fishing on Lake Michigan and he and Pat later joined the yacht club that I belonged to. He designed the decorations for the parties, dinners and special events at the yacht club. He could do so much with a log and some paint. I mentioned that I needed a cabinet for my guns - he built a cabinet for me with my dog's face carved in it.He loved Dallas (my Black Lab). We were always moving logs into his garage for another memorial he was working on. He was always snowblowing someone's sidewalk or cutting their grass. He was not happy unless he was helping someone. When our son got his Chicago Police badge Bill was the one who pinned it on his chest. When I moved to Florida we talked 2-3 times a day.
I hope he came by the house on his way to Heaven. God is lucky to have him. I will miss him deeply.

Bill

Lisa (Wallace) Stahl

October 22, 2008

Bill was a great person and someone that I wish I would have known better. I had much time with my father when I first found him, we went or seperate ways for sometime, but again had the chance to talk and have forgiveness. My father gave me life and that is the best thing anyone in this world could do. I know that he is now in a better place and there watching all of us as we grow. My love to you father and may peace now be brought with all the joyous encounters you shall receive with our creator and heavenly Father in the Heavens above. I love you

Christopher Taglieri

October 22, 2008

Bill was an incredible encouragement to me and was one of the kindest persons I have ever known. Bill was always willing to help out anyone in any way possible. I enjoyed seeing Bills creations in the process and was honored to know him as his works of art were revealed. Bill will be loved, missed, and remembered by many.

Dear Friends, let us love one another, for love come from God. Everyone who loves has been born of God and knows God. -1 John 4:7

Tony

October 22, 2008

To the man that wanted to know how he could help every single time I saw him. I don't know what made him so willing to help so many times but he showed a lot of love and a lot of faith. I hope he is reaping the rewards of all that labor! He deserves heaven and all its glory. God Bless him and Pat.

The Staff of Colonial Chapel, Ltd.

October 22, 2008

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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