Phyllis F. DeRose

Phyllis F. DeRose obituary, Alsip, IL

Phyllis F. DeRose

Phyllis DeRose Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home on Sep. 23, 2025.

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Phyllis F. DeRose (nee Lasalandra) Age 97

Beloved wife of the late Joseph H. DeRose.

Devoted mother of Joseph DeRose, Mary (Rick Lee) Branecki and Laura (Brian) Page.

Proud Nani of Jennifer (Andy), David, Katianna (Jesse), Michelle (Jim), Lorenza (Sam), Rachel (Robert), J.J. (Taylor) and Matt (Maddie).

Adored G.G. of Madilynn, Desmond, Fiona, Torryn, Willow, Michaella, Sophie, Jonah and Elliott.

Cherished daughter of Frances and Peter Lasalandra.

Dear aunt of many.

Great friend to her many "bridge ladies" across the southwest side.

Visitation Thursday 4-8 p.m.

Funeral Friday 9:15 a.m. from the Robert J. Sheehy & Sons Funeral Home, 9000 W. 151st Street, Orland Park, IL to St. Alexander Church, Mass 10:00 a.m.

Entombment Holy Sepulchre Mausoleum

In lieu of flowers donations to Catholic Charities, 721 N. LaSalle, Chicago, IL 60654, www.catholiccharities.net/Donate would be appreciated.

Please leave a memory for the family on Phyllis' Tribute Wall; your stories will bring comfort to her family. www.sheehyfh.com 708-857-7878

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

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Sally Blount, President and CEO

September 24, 2025

On behalf of Catholic Charities, I would like to express my sincere condolences on your loss. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers during this difficult time. May you find comfort in knowing that Phyllis is now at peace.

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