Viola Y. Gargiulo, 96, of Lake in the Hills, died peacefully, January 31, 2024
Viola was born April 20, 1927 the daughter of Giovanni and Philomena Izzo, she married her husband Albert Gargiulo June 19, 1948. They were married for 57 years before Albert’s death in 2005.
Viola was a feisty, funny, sarcastic, strong willed Italian woman. She loved having the kids and grandkids over for Sunday dinner and her famous all fish Christmas Eve dinners. She was the caregiver to many children, including her grandchildren, nieces, nephews and even the children of her nieces and nephews. She loved to make people laugh and was a dog lover. Viola was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother and friend who will be missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her daughter, Carmela (Roger Sanghavi) Gargiulo, daughter in law Janice Gargiulo, her grandchildren, Michael Gargiulo (Michelle), Carly Ritter (Andrew), Melissa Gargiulo and great grandchildren, Mark, George, Max, Eden, Maddox and Lily.
Viola was preceded in death by her husband, Albert, her son Albert, her siblings, Johnny (Fredia), Sammy (Anna), Christine, Rosie, and Annie(Londie) and by her great granddaughter, Hailey.
Visitation will be held on Friday, February 9, from 11am until the time of the 1pm service all at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley.
For further information please contact the funeral home at 847-515-8772 or online condolences may be directed to www.defiorefuneral.com
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Aunt I always modeled myself after you growing up. I loved your independence, your frankness, and how you were always there for me. How kind you were watching my children while I worked. I miss our visits and how we laughed at the silliest things. All the trips we took to the malls so you could buy another purse. I miss you tremendously and you will always be in my thoughts and heart. I loved you like a mother.
Auntie Yo you will truly be missed, i have so many fond memories of you uncle Albert . The memory of the house in Melrose Park with sugar are memories i will always treasure. Love your Nephew Joey
Aunt Yolanda, you were always carrying and comical. Rest in peace and say hello to all ! I will always remember your most delicious sloppy Joe sandwiches !
Oh Auntie, I am already missing our weekend visits and weekly phone calls. It has been so nice these past years seeing and spending time with you so often. I always said you were the mother I never had. So glad you are with Uncle Albert and Albie again, Sugar too. Give them kisses for me until we meet again. Love you Auntie!! XXOO