Christopher J. Melone

Birth Date: 
Monday, July 21, 1952
Date of Death: 
Saturday, January 24, 2026

Christopher J. Melone "CJ" 

Age 73

Beloved husband of Kathie.  Loving father of Jennifer, David, and the late Chris Jr.  Dear son of the late Catherine O'Connor.  Fond grandfather of Grace, Jaycee, Cameron, and Damion.  Stepfather of Phillip (Sylwia), Anthony, and the late Angela.  Stepgrandfather of Rosalyn and Aiden.  Proud funeral director and embalmer for over 40 years.

Loved and favorite nephew, cousin, and friend of many.

Visitation: 
Thursday, January 29, 2026 - 3:00pm to 8:00pm
The Original Rago Brothers Funeral Homes (Irving Park Rd.)
Funeral Service: 
The Original Rago Brothers Funeral Homes (Irving Park Rd.)
Friday, January 30, 2026 - 10:00am
Interment: 
All Saints Cemetery

Guestbook

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JACK LAROCCO
C. J. - REST IN PEACE. ...JACK LA ROCCO

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Jim and Anne
RIP CJ, although we did not know you very well, you were always a gentleman when we did have the pleasure of your presence.

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Jack & Rosolyn Hoseman
Rest in Peace CJ was our son in law. To know him was to love him. He was the sweetest and one of the kindest men we will ever know. We will always remember him for those wonderful traits. He always had a smile and loved to sing and was always so much fun to be around. We will all miss you CJ, Rest in Peace. Sing and shout with glee you are in the hands of God.

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Ken Halter
CJ was agentleman with a great sense of humor. He was also "Old School" in his dedication to funeral service. He understood the profession required long hours 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. It was a pleasure to hear his voice anwsering calls in the middle of the night, never complaining. He knew the business inside out and cared about his work.

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Claressa "CC"
Rest in peace, CJ. Every memory I have of you is full of laughter and jokes. You were always the life of the party, and your humor was infectious. May all who remember you remember that smile and the beautiful soul you are. You will be missed, but always remembered.