Gena Hanley Obituary
Gena Marie Hanley, ne: Pappalardo, 57, of Frankfort, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on June 16, 2025.
Gena was the loving wife of Michael, Mother of Christopher (Wibel), Courtney (Gonzalez), and Justin (Hawking). Grandmother of Meadow and Lili, and the loving Daughter of Jacqueline Pappalardo. Gena was preceded in death by her father Fred.
Gena loved Music, Dancing, Dogs, and Laughter. Her laugh was contagious. She will be missed by all that knew her.
Family will receive friends at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 65 Old Frankfort Way, Frankfort, IL 60423 on Sunday, July 20th, 2025 from 1:00 PM until time of funeral service 3:00 PM
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