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Virginia Minella Obituary
Born: May 9, 1927; in Cicero, IL
Died: March 16, 2016; in Brookfield, IL
Virginia K. Minella, nee Kosinski, 88, of LaGrange Park, passed away peacefully surrounded by her children on March 16, 2016, at Cantata Adult Life Services in Brookfield.
She was born on May 9, 1927, in Cicero, IL to Stanley and Mary Kosinski, the youngest of 8 children. After graduation from Morton High School, she entered the clerical pool at Western Electric in Cicero. There she met many friends who remain close to this day. After meeting the love of her life, Frank, on a blind date, they enjoyed 54 years of marriage together. Virginia took time off to raise 8 children and then returned to the workforce and became the music teacher at the Kensington School of LaGrange for 24 years. She truly loved to spend time with her family and actively participated in many clubs at St. Louise de Marillac Church. She is a very special person who will be greatly missed.
Virginia was preceded in death by her parents, her 7 siblings, her husband, Frank; grandson, Eric Fencl; and great-granddaughter, Gail Lucia Minella.
She was the loving mother to Mike (Gail) of Batavia, IL, Larry (Keena) of Kewanee, IL, Christine Fencl of LaGrange Park, David (Dawn) of Western Springs, Nancy (Kean) Irwin of LaGrange, Susan (Dan) Powers of LaGrange, Sandra Minella of San Francisco, CA, and Ron of LaGrange Park. She is also survived by 21 grandchildren, 8 great-grandchildren; and sister-in-law, Camille Cumbo of Downers Grove.
A wake was held at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside on Friday, March 18, 2016, from 3:00 to 9:00pm. Prayers 9:00am Saturday, March 19, 2016, at the funeral home to St. Louise de Marillac Church, 1144 Harrison Ave., LaGrange Park for Mass at 10:00am. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers, donations can be made to Comboni Missionaries, 1615 E. 31st St., LaGrange Park, IL 60526, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, Memphis, TN and St. Louise de Marillac Church.
Funeral home phone 708/352-6500 or www.hjfunerals.com
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Memories and Condolences
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Karen Watt
November 7, 2023
Even though the years have gone by I continue to think fondly of your Mom. I only wish we had connected earlier to catch up on the family history. I feel blessed to have met her, Susan and Chris. What a wonderful family.
Kathy Oprenchak
March 30, 2016
Dear Ron and family, My name is Kathy Oprenchak and I am one of Carol Oswald's children. I was saddened to read of your loss in the paper. She was a sweet lady and always smiling when I saw her. Usually when I saw her, I was with my mom at church or a function at St. Louise. She was especially kind during my mother's illness and I remember her coming to her funeral. I'm not sure if my sister's knew your mom, but my brother George did and remembers her as a kind lady as well. You and your loved ones have been in our thoughts and prayers. God Bless You.
Rob Novak
March 25, 2016
Dave,
Sorry to hear of the loss of your mom. You and your family are in our prayers.
Love, The Novaks
March 24, 2016
Dave and Ron, I am very sorry to her about the passing of your mother. It was a pleasure to meet her.
Our prayers are with you and your family.
Fred and Lynn Wagner
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Rick Alling
March 19, 2016
Chris,
I'm so sorry to hear of your moms passing. Know that she is smiling down on all of you and will be in your hearts forever.
Mitch Meyer
March 19, 2016
Dave, I am very sorry to hear about your mom. Prayers thoughts and blessings to you and your family. God bless you.
March 18, 2016
Dear Ronnie and family
We're sorry for your loss. You are in our thoughts and prayers.
Sincerely,
Ron and Mary Lou Musil
March 18, 2016
Dear Mike, Larry, Chris, David, Nancy, Susan, Sandy, Ron and Family,
I was so sorry to hear of your loss which is also the loss of all those who knew your mom. My sincerest condolences. I truly loved both your parents and your remarkable family. I know our Lord has welcomed Virg with open arms plus a great big hug! I pray God blesses you and grants you the help you need at this difficult time.
With love,
Valerie Kosin
Susan Minella-Dillon
March 18, 2016
So sorry to hear of your loss. My prayers are with you in this sad time. Will always remember her smiling face. May God bless you all and comfort you.
Susan Minella-Dillon
March 18, 2016
Chris,
Sorry for your loss, thank you for calling me. I have your phone number I will call you at a later time. Your parents both your Mom and Dad were the kindest people I have known. Hope Negri-Zrada
joanne payne
March 18, 2016
so very honored to have meet you raised an amazing family smile that was beautiful and a gift of grace
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3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
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