Louis P. Gagliano, 93 of Sun City, Huntley, passed away in Wauconda on Thursday morning, February 25, 2016.
He was born May 28, 1922 in Chicago, the son of Angelo and Lucia (Mistretta) Gagliano. He was raised and educated in Chicago and met Marie A. Fontechia. He enlisted in the United States Army and served in intense combat in the Philippines for 3 years in WWII. Upon his return he was united in marriage to Marie on October 19, 1946. They made their home in Chicago where they raised their family and Louis worked at Teletype for over 30 years. In retirement he went into real estate and was an agent for 25 years before retiring for a second time and moving to Huntley in 2011. He enjoyed spending time with his wife, they were together for over 70 years, his family, grandchildren, great-grandchildren and his dog, Sam.
He is survived by his loving wife, Marie of Huntley, his sons, Louis A. Gagliano (Fran Pecoraro) of Huntley, Donald A. (Rosalind) Gagliano of San Antonio, Texas and Ronald (Sylvia) Gagliano of Huntley, his grandchildren, Louis (Sonja), Tamara (Brian Hopkins), Lauren (Eric Gagliano-Saline), Amanda & Michael and his great-grandchildren, Tyler, Lillian & Adrianna. He was preceded in death by his brothers, George, Joe and Frank.
Visitation will be held from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. on Sunday, February 28th at the DeFiore-Jorgensen Funeral & Cremation Service, 10763 Dundee Road, Huntley and on Monday, February 29th at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10307 Dundee Road, Huntley from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the 10:00 a.m. funeral mass.
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My thoughts and prayers are with you at this tough time
The Dupins extend their deepest condolences and are very saddened to learn of this. lou was a great guy and the world is emptier at his passing.We will always remember him.
Our deepest sympathy to the Gagliano family. Lou was a wonderful person with an amazing gift for connecting with people. He will be remembered by all who had the good fortune to meet him.
We remember Lou with love
Don and Roz, Wishing you and your family peace during this time of loss and hoping you cherish many of the good times with your Dad as lasting memories and great family legends. With lots of love, Mary and Jim
To the Gagliano Family Our condolences on your loss When someone you love becomes a memory That memory becomes a treasure Lou's smile and humor will be missed With heart felt sympathy
We are so very sorry for your loss. Please know your entire family is in our thoughts and fervent prayers.