Albert Laya

Albert Laya obituary, Chicago Heights, IL

Albert Laya

Albert Laya Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home on Jan. 18, 2025.

Publish in a newspaper

Albert Laya. Age 68. Lifelong Park Forest and Chicago Heights resident. Graduate of Marian Catholic High School Class of 1975. Attended Prairie State College and University of Illinois-Champaign. Retired Postal Carrier and Supervisor after 35 years of service from the United States Post Office in Park Forest. Albert enjoyed working in his garden. Husband for 40 years of Susan nee Weber. Father of Paul Laya, Brian (fiancé Ashley Hendricks) Laya and Laurie (Joseph Ahlm) Laya. Grandfather of Lucas and Penelope Laya, Wynter and Wyatt Lynum. Son of the late Marilyn nee Nichols and Leonard Laya. Brother of Steven (Colleen) Laya. Brother-in-law of Daniel Weber, Sheila Bosnak and Maureen (Gary) Geraci. Uncle and friend of many. Resting at Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home, 530 West 14th Street (US Rt 30, 3 blks E of Western Ave), Chicago Heights on Saturday January 25, 2025 from 12 Noon until time of Funeral Services 4:00 PM. Interment private. Info 708-481-9230 and panozzobros.com.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Sign Albert Laya's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?

1 Entry

Francine Elkins

January 24, 2025

Deepest sincere sympathies to Sue, Paul, Brian, Laurie, and entire Laya family! Thinking of all of you with tons of prayers always!

Showing 1 - 1 of 1 results

Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home

530 W. 14th Street Lincoln Hwy. (Rt. 30), Chicago Heights, IL 60411

Make a Donation
in Albert Laya's name

How to support Albert's loved ones
Honor a beloved veteran with a special tribute of ‘Taps’ at the National WWI Memorial in Washington, D.C.

The nightly ceremony in Washington, D.C. will be dedicated in honor of your loved one on the day of your choosing.

Read more
Attending a Funeral: What to Know

You have funeral questions, we have answers.

Read more
Should I Send Sympathy Flowers?

What kind of arrangement is appropriate, where should you send it, and when should you send an alternative?

Read more
What Should I Write in a Sympathy Card?

We'll help you find the right words to comfort your family member or loved one during this difficult time.

Read more
Resources to help you cope with loss
Estate Settlement Guide

If you’re in charge of handling the affairs for a recently deceased loved one, this guide offers a helpful checklist.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituaries, grief & privacy: Legacy’s news editor on NPR podcast

Legacy's Linnea Crowther discusses how families talk about causes of death in the obituaries they write.

Read more
The Five Stages of Grief

They're not a map to follow, but simply a description of what people commonly feel.

Read more
Ways to honor Albert Laya's life and legacy
Obituary Examples

You may find these well-written obituary examples helpful as you write about your own family.

Read more
How to Write an Obituary

Need help writing an obituary? Here's a step-by-step guide...

Read more
Obituary Templates – Customizable Examples and Samples

These free blank templates make writing an obituary faster and easier.

Read more
How Do I Write a Eulogy?

Some basic help and starters when you have to write a tribute to someone you love.

Read more

Sign Albert Laya's Guest Book

Not sure what to say?