Josephine S. La Pelusa, 84, of Huntley, died peacefully August 30, 2024 with her family by her side.
Josephine was born April 3, 1940 in Chicago, the daughter of John and Sally Hebel. On May 28, 1960 she married Alfonso D. La Pelusa. She always was connected to children and worked as a teacher’s aid for many years in various school districts until her retirement. Josie was a loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend who will be missed by all who knew her. She enjoyed capturing memories with photographs and always creating photo albums. She enjoyed gardening, but the greatest joy was her family and especially her grandchildren.
She is survived by her beloved husband of 64+ years, Al La Pelusa, her children, Alfonso (Mia) La Pelusa, Jeffrey (Suzie) La Pelusa, Lisa (Bob) Yanik, and by Christopher (Erika) La Pelusa, by her grandchildren, Vanessa, Nikolas, Vincent, Jeffrey, Bobby, Kayla and Cole, by her great grandchildren, Nino, Sia, Apollo, Henley, and Jaydyn.
Josephine was preceded in death by her parents, her siblings, Diana and John, and by her granddaughter, Aaricka.
The visitation will be on Wednesday, September 4, from 4-8pm at DeFiore Funeral Home-10763 Dundee Road, Huntley. A Funeral Mass will be celebrated on Thursday, September 5, 2024, 10am at St. Mary Catholic Church-10307 Dundee Road, Huntley. On Thursday there will be a second visitation from 9-10am at Church.
In lieu of flowers memorials may be directed to the Alzheimer’s Association.
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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If roses grow in Heaven Lord, please pick a bunch for me. Place them in my grandma’s arms And tell her they’re from me. Tell her that I love her and miss her And when she turns to smile, Place a kiss upon her cheek And hold her for a while. Because remembering her is easy I do it every day, but there’s an Ache within my heart That will never go away. You will forever be one of my favorite people. Love, Kayla
Josie may have left this earth but the memories that she left will never be forgotten. She will always hold a special place in our hearts and in our lives. Thank you all for giving us that and May God give you peace now knowing that she is with Sally, John, Johnnie, Diana and Aaricka. We hope you find comfort knowing her strong faith has brought her home.Our love and sympathy to you all
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 your and Josie's many friends.