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Vito Catalano
SPRINGFIELD - Vito Catalano, 66, of Springfield passed away peacefully at 5:10 pm on Sunday, November 6, 2011 in his home surrounded by his family.
He was born March 6, 1945 in Springfield to Joseph and Alice (Vaniter) Catalano. He married Jeanie Davis on December 18, 1965 at St. Aloysius Church and she survives. Vito is also survived by three daughters, Cathy (Ron) Fager and Nicole (Adam) Hergert both of Sherman; Kimberly (Dwayne) Fox of Colorado Springs, CO and one son, Vito Joseph (Maryna) Catalano of Springfield; ten grandchildren, Rachel, Jessica, and Ryan Fager; Alex and Tiffany Catalano; Emily and Alyssa Hergert; Lauren and Michael Fernstaedt and Elle Fox; four step grandchildren; two great grandchildren, Naomi Homer, Tanner Kincaid and Jackson Bailey due in January; four sisters, Maryanne (Ed) Smith, Carmella (Gale) Sandberg, Nancy Ousley all of Springfield and Helen Thomas of Irving, IL; six brothers, John (Sue) Catalano, Andrew Catalano, Joseph Jr. (Bev) Catalano, Peter Catalano, Anthony "Tony" (Paula) Catalano and Thomas (Theresa) Catalano; and numerous nieces nephews and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his parents; sisters, Virginia Oldridge, Francis Smith, and Joanne Sowa and a grandson, Nicholas Fernstaedt.
Vito was a lifelong resident of Springfield and worked at CWLP as a meter reader foreman for 35 years. Upon retirement Vito enjoyed spending time with his grandchildren, working in his woodworking shop honing his skills as a master craftsman, and watching Fighting Illini basketball. Vito also enjoyed spending time keeping a well manicured yard.
Memorial contributions can be made to American Cancer Society.
Visitation: 5 – 7 pm Wednesday, November 9, 2011 at Staab Funeral Home with a prayer service at 5 p.m. A second visitation will be held on Thursday, November 10, 2011 at St. James Church in Riverton from 9:30 until 10:00.
Funeral Mass: 10 am Thursday, November 10, 2011 at St. James Church in Riverton with Reverend Joseph Ring officiating.
Burial will be at Calvary Cemetery.
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Tim @ Sheila Roach
November 14, 2011
My Thoughts and prayers to the family
Rita McClure
November 10, 2011
God bless.We had fun at cwlp before it all went crazy. My prayers to your family.
Emily Hergert
November 9, 2011
I love you so much, Papa. You are my hero and will forever be in my heart. Love Emmypooh.
Michael Shehan
November 9, 2011
My thoughts and prayers to the Catalano family.
I grew up with the Catalano family over in Route 9.
May God be with Vito.
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Don Hudson
November 8, 2011
To the Catalano Family,
I am Very sad to see the passing of Vito! A good man, in every way, and a fine C W L P employee! Vito will be missed by everyone.. Take Care Vito!!
Jessica Fager
November 8, 2011
I love you papa so much and saying I will miss you is an understatement. Love sis(jessica).
Gary Guymon
November 8, 2011
So sorry for your loss. Vito and I were in the same homeroom at Thomas Edison JR High, and later at Lanphier High.
Suella Tinsley
November 8, 2011
Dear Catalano family,
I am so sorry for your loss. May God send you comfort each and every day.
Sincerely, Suella
Angela Antonacci
November 8, 2011
I'm so sorry for your loss. My thoughts are with the family.
With our deepest sympathy, Lynn & Gary Bisby
November 8, 2011
Take comfort in knowing that now you have a special guardian angel to watch over you.
Linda Kerske
November 8, 2011
My sincere condolences to the family. I'm sure he will be sorely missed. RIP, Vito.
Mark and Teena Sandberg
November 8, 2011
Our sincere condolences to Vito's family. We were saddened by the news of his passing. I knew Vito when I was a kid and was able to attend Catalano family events. He was always one of my favorite Catalano brothers.
Matt Patterson
November 8, 2011
Sorry to hear about the loss of Vito - Thinking of you all.
Steve & Andrea Mumaw
November 8, 2011
Please know that our family is thinking of you during this time. We will continue to pray for strength for your family. Please surround yourself with the wonderful memories of Vito to comfort you.
JUDI, BOBBY, SHANE, MIKE SMITH
November 8, 2011
OUR THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH
THE ENTIRE CATALANO FAMILY. REMEMBER ALL THE GREAT MEMORIES THAT YOU SHARED.
GOD BLESS YOU ALL.
Lori Fager-Bolt
November 8, 2011
Cathy,Ronnie,Rachel,Jessica,and Ryan; there are no words that can express the sorrow I feel for you all...You're in my thoughts and prayers? Remember he will always be with you.~ Love to the Catalano Family~
Jo Ligori Green
November 8, 2011
I have the entire family in my prayers and thoughts. You all were like my second family. He will be missed very much.
Steve and Linda Dunlevy
November 8, 2011
Carmella and Gale, we are sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with you.
November 8, 2011
Vito had such a gentle soul & his heart, so big...I have many memories as so many will & do. Jeanie and family, please know that you are in our thoughts & prayers. Tommy feels very honored to be part of his Uncle Vito's services. Ryan sends his love as well. May GOD bring you all comfort in the following weeks to come..
Much love and with heavy hearts,
Marcia Kay Knox
Tommy J. Catalano
Toni Catalano
Ryan Lentz
Javan Catalano-Scott
Pete Catalano
November 8, 2011
I love you and will miss you brother. Thinking of Jean and the kids and grandkids, love you guys.
Denise & Stephen Fisher
November 8, 2011
Katlyn and Courtney - Our deepest sympathies are with you and your family.
Rachel Fager
November 8, 2011
Papa,
Words can't express how much I love and will miss you. I know your in a better place where nothing bad exists and I look forward to seeing you again.
XoXo,
Your First Grandbaby!
Vickie and Vince Dwyer
November 8, 2011
Take comfort in each other and hold dear the good memories. We love you all and will keep you in our thoughts and prayers. Uncle Vito will be missed!
Corrine Sonneborn
November 8, 2011
Aunt Jeanie Cathy Vito and Kim I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.
Linda Adams O'Brien
November 8, 2011
Pete, I am so sorry for your loss. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. HUGS
The entire staff Dr Patel/Amy Berry, PA Springfield Clinic Pulmonary Dept
November 8, 2011
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family during this difficult time.
Denise Groves Schantz
November 8, 2011
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends.
Robert and Vickie Turpin
November 8, 2011
May the love of those around you,
help you through the days ahead.
With Sincerest Sympathy.
Vito Catalano
November 8, 2011
I love and miss you very much dad. I know you are in a better place. I just wish you didn't have to leave us so soon. Love, your son,
Tracey Oldridge
November 8, 2011
Our prayers are with your family at this time.Uncle Vito was a wonderful man and will be missed.
November 8, 2011
Andy and Joe.
Sorry to hear about your Brother,May God bless .
George Wilham.
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