Vincenzo Catanese

Birth Date: 
Tuesday, July 25, 1944
Date of Death: 
Tuesday, December 17, 2024

Vincenzo Catanese was born in Campofelice di Rocella, Sicily, Italy on July 25,1944.  He was 80 years old.  He came to the United States in 1966 with his parents Filippo and Francesca Catanese, and his brother Antonio.  Vince went back to Sicily to marry Maria Catanese (nee Chiappone) on September 9, 1968.  They were married for 56 years.  They have two children, Francesca (nee Catanese) (Keith) Wedrall, and Anna Catanese.  Fond grandfather of four grandsons, Michael, Brandon, Alexander, and Anthony.  Fond brother-in-law of the late Giovanna.  Fond uncle to Joanna (nee Catanese) (Scott) Korhonen and great nephews and niece, Anthony, Sara, and Michael.  He is survived by loving family in Italy and many other family members and friends.  Vince had established himself as a barber and had a successful business for 60 years.  Vince was fondly known as, "Vince the Barber."  He will be greatly missed by all.

Click the link below to view the livestream of Vincenzo's service beginning at 12pm CT on Thursday:

https://evt.live/in-memory-of-vincenzo-catanese-12-19-2024

Visitation: 
Thursday, December 19, 2024 - 9:00am to 12:00pm
The Original Rago Brothers Funeral Homes (Irving Park Rd.)
Funeral Service: 
The Original Rago Brothers Funeral Homes (Irving Park Rd.)
Thursday, December 19, 2024 - 12:00pm
Interment: 
Acacia Park Cemetery

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Anonymous replied on

John Nesbitt
Francessca first cut my hair some 35 years ago... and she passed me on to her father ! In recent month, now she cuts my hair. My 30-some years of spiritual discussions and hearing of his family brought us both joy and appreciation of our lives. A wonderful legacy Vince leaves. A truly fine gentleman, a role model for his family. Thank you, Vince.

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Terry Ozima
My most sincere condolences to the Catanese familia. "Vince the Barber" was my barber for 34 years. Amazing man! I enjoyed our conversations of gardening, politics and family. Sometimes he would even sing an Italian tune! He loved his clients, best of all he loved his family. Thank you, Vince! Even when I would ask "cut it shorter" during summer months. He made me look like a movie star! Be at peace in your Eternal Rest, my friend. God Bless you, God Bless you family. Grazi, paisan. Ciao for now.

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Cynthia Smith
I’m so very sorry for your loss. May Geova Dio wrap Maria and the Cantanese family in his loving arms and give you comfort. We will see you soon in Paradise.

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Perrelli
Jehovah is with you all. He will never abandon those with a broken heart. Sorry for your loss. We love you.

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Doris Librtman
My condolences to Maria and family. It was my good fortune to be their neighbors. D. L.

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Mike Roane
To the Catanese Family, I am very sorry for your loss. Vince was a wonderful man and I feel honored to have known him for the past seven or so years. I first got to know Vince when he was cutting hair at the Touhy Ave. barbershop, and in all sincerity, after my first haircut with Vince, I knew I'd never go to another barber - he was the best barber that I ever had. I enjoyed our early Saturday morning visits - 7:30am every five weeks - and most recently in Francesca's basement. Vince had a special way of making me feel comfortable and relaxed in the chair - always a slow and thoughtful cut, with a shoulder massage, and the hot cream and straight razor to finish. I'd have a cup of coffee and he'd always insist that I take breaks to have a sip of coffee while he was cutting my hair - "..drink your coffee, Mike, it's getting cold.." He'd always be in a good mood, telling stories about Sicily, bragging about his grandkids, and would bring me Maria's cookies and beautiful produce from his garden. I loved getting to know Vince and I will miss him. Rest in Peace, Vince.