James F. Fanello

"Jim"

Age 97, late of Lockport passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, December 17, 2020. Born in Chicago, lived in the Little Italy neighborhood in Chicago, Stickney, Kansas, and a resident of Lockport since 2015. A very proud United States World War II Veteran who attended the Chicago Honor Flight in 2016. Jim was an advocate for the VA PTSD group, and was very supportive and caring for his fellow Veterans. Member of St. Dennis Church, Lockport.

Preceded in death by his parents, Nicholas and Rosanna (Nee Fratto) Fanello; two brothers, Victor and Ralph Fanello; and a sister, Violet Loydl.

Survived by his loving wife of 64 years, Laura (Nee Onwiler) Fanello; two devoted daughters, Deborah (Wayne) Falletti and Laura Lee Fanello; one cherished son, James Fanello; four grandchildren, Geno (Deanna) Falletti, Nick Fanello, Lauren Falletti and Elizabeth Principe; two great-grandchildren, Leo and Marco Falletti.

Visitation will be held Monday, December 28, 2020 in the O'Neil Funeral Home chapel 1105 E. 9 ^th St. Lockport, IL., 60441 from 10:00am until time of Funeral Service at 12:00noon. Interment immediately following Services at St. Mary Cemetery, Evergreen Park.

Family and friends may sign the online guestbook at www.oneilfuneralhome.com

Due to COVID-19 restrictions, masks and social distancing practices are required inside the funeral home and a limited capacity will be allowed at one time.