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Darlene Pogliano Obituary
Darlene L. Pogliano, 93, of Walnut, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2020 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home. Darlene was born in Morris, IL, the daughter of Alfred and Agnes (Clayton) Perry. She was a member of St. John the Evangelist's Catholic Church in Walnut. Darlene was a bowling enthusiast, and enjoyed gambling and traveling with her husband John. Together they would travel with their seed-corn group, through which they made many friends.
Survivors include two daughters, Kathleen Togliatti of Coal City, and Mary (Steve) Bickett of Chicago; one daughter-in-law, Lana Pogliano of Walnut; four grandchildren, Lisa (Bill) Smith, Mike (Jen Nicoletti) Togliatti all of Coal City, John Pogliano, and Kristen (Jay) Ledergerber all of Walnut; 10 great-grandchildren; and 6 great-grandchildren.
Darlene was preceded in death by her parents; husband John; one son, John Pogliano Jr; and one sister, Betty Vincent.
Visitation will be held from 9:00-10:00 A.M. on Tuesday, March 3, 2020 at St. John the Evangelist's Catholic Church, Walnut. Celebration of Mass of Christian Burial will follow at 10:00 A.M., with Father Thomas Shaw officiating. Burial will conclude at Braceville Cemetery in Coal City.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Walnut Food Pantry. Garland Funeral Home is assisting the family.
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April 3, 2020
Always a pleasant lady and good neighbor . To Lana, her daughters, and the family, I am so sorry for your loss.Elin Dumney
Gene Briscoe
March 2, 2020
Mary and family... Susie and I want to extend our deepest sympathy for the loss of your mother. We will remember her in our prayers.
Gene Briscoe and Susie Spiezio
Ric Coop
March 8, 2020
It has been many years since we have seen Darlene. I have fond memories of your mom and John when they lived down in the
Coal City area. Your family will be in our prayers.
Ric and Mel
Margaret and Dwight Rogers
March 2, 2020
Our deepest sympathy for you and your family Hcqhp
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