Michael Marasco

Date of Death: 
Sunday, April 11, 2021

Michael Marasco, 93, of Chicago passed away in his home peacefully while sleeping on Sunday, April 11th.

Funeral Mass will be held Wednesday, April 14th at 11:00 am at St. Priscilla Church, 6949 West Addison Street, Chicago, IL 60634.

Burial will follow outdoors at Queen of Heaven Christ the King Mausoleum, 1400 South Wolf Rd, Hillside, IL 60162. Family and friends are invited to both services. COVID-19 protocols will be strictly followed to ensure the safety of all. Arrangements are by Rago Brothers, 773-276-7800.

Mike was born in Little Italy on Carpenter/Talylor Street, the 7th of 9 children to Michael and Maria Marasco on September 18, 1927. He married Dessa Maria in 1965 in Rolgiano, Calabria Province, Italy. They enjoyed over 56 years of inseparable marriage and friendship splitting time between their homes in Chicago and Woodstock. Mike was a proud Local 130 plumber and worked for Economy Mechanical Industries for over 30 years. Mike was the epitome of a hardworking and loving family man devoted to his wife and children.

Michael is survived by his wife, Dessa Maria (née Altomare), sons Michael (Lesli née Siegel) and Anthony (Amanda née Moressi). He was the doting Grandfather of Sophia, Andrew, Isa and Lena. He was the proud uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Family asks that donations in lieu of flowers be made in Michael’s memory to Campus Bio-Medico University in Rome, Italy http://www.unicampus.it/eng/about/support-us or The Bluhm Cardiovascular Institute at Northwestern Memorial Hospital https://secure2.convio.net/nmhc/site/Donation2?df_id=2521&mfc_pref=T&252...

The family wishes to extend our sincere thanks to his team of home caregivers and the medical team at Northwestern Medical that helped to maximize and extend his life.

A celebration of Mike’s life will be held at a future time when COVID-19 protocols allow.

Services Will Be Livestreamed, See Links Below:
Mass for Michael Marasco
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83461369978?pwd=VUlMN1NTc3l2MFArWXFRVFJoS0ttUT09
Meeting ID: 834 6136 9978
Passcode: Marasco

Internment of Michael Marasco
Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82409250229?pwd=OGJNTzYzUHVHZlZSRVZVa1hWb1FaUT09
Meeting ID: 824 0925 0229
Passcode: Marasco

Visitation: 
Wednesday, April 14, 2021 - 11:00am
No formal visitation. Family and friends to meet at church for mass at 11 AM.
St. Priscilla Catholic Church
Funeral Service: 
St. Priscilla Catholic Church
Wednesday, April 14, 2021 - 11:00am
Interment: 
Queen of Heaven Christ the King Mausoleum

Guestbook

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Rosaria Gabriele
Mike was such a good man. I remember him coming to our house in Chicago about 55 to 60 years ago. He wanted to meet my Dad who was from Rogliano, Italy. Mike would go to Rogliano every year to be with his family there and give out gifts he would pile into his suitcase. My dad (Anthony Gabriele) suggested he meet his niece Maria in Rogliano. He did and what a blessing that was to all of us. Mike became part of our family and brought my cousin Maria to the US. They had two wonderful boys who my Mom and Dad (Uncle Tony and Auntie Eva) and Larry(my brother) and I could enjoy and love so much. What a fateful evening that was that I have never forgotten. Mike impressed me. Everyone loved Mike. (and of course wonderful Maria)

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Martin Woulfe
My deepest sympathy to the Marasco family. I had the privilege of working with Mike when we were at Economy. He was a true gentleman & great coworker keeping an eye on everyone & always offering advice. If ever someone was working past coffee break he would let you know & stop you on the spot. He always had great stories & loved to tell them. Many fond memories. God Blees his Soul.

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Daniel Clancy
Its been 27 years since seeing Mike but I think about him often can't say I ever met a better person his love for wife& boys was amazing look forwarded to raising a pint with nephew jimmy as a apprentice working with Mike when he talked I listened rest easy my friendb

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Alain-Jacques Laigroz
Thinking of you at this difficult time and presenting my sincerest condolences.

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Frank Marasco
Frank marasco

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ROBERT NELSON
Tony, to you and your family - my condolences on the loss of your father. I hope you take this opportunity to celebrate the great life he obviously lived. I speak to you as a friend and for many of the people you interact with from our teams, we wish your family the best during this difficult time. Robert

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Noel Dalzell
I was grateful to have known Mike, he was one the best plumbers and finest people that i worked with through the years. May Mike rest in in pease.

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john gerwig
mike was a great plumber and person to work with he was a patient teacher of the trade and had the best sayings. my condolences to the family

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Pat C Gross
I worked with Mike at Economy. He was my mentor. Gave me work ethics, pride of my work, and union pride. He was one of the best Plumbers I knew. I am happy and proud to have known him. Pat C Gross

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Anonymous
I worked side by side with Mike for a few years. He was a great and kind mentor who worked so hard and had fun doing so. Rest in Peace, Mike. My sincerest condolences to all his family.

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Tom Reidy
I worked with Mike for many years and he was a great man. He taught me the value of hard work through his incredible work ethic. He was the most respected man on the job sites and treated everyone else with respect as well. I learned Italian swear words and all about his homemade wine. He will be missed but will live on in all of our memories. My sincerest condolences to Mike's family.