Obituary of John Pellegrini

John P. Pellegrini Age 78. Suddenly Sunday, April 12, 2015 at Presence Saint Joseph Medical Center. Born September 14, 1936 in Rockdale to Emil and Catherine (nee Zerovic) Pellegrini. Retired from School District #86. Member of Joliet Township High School Board. Survived by his loving wife of 55 years, Sandra L. Siefert, children, Nancy (Mark) Kuhajda, Dr. Lawrence (Tracy), Joseph (Jennifer), Judith Pellegrini (Robert Blaskie) and Tiffany Pellegrini; and grandchildren, Carrigan, Gabrielle, Grant, Charlotte and Leo Pellegrini. A Memorial Gathering for John P. Pellegrini will be held Saturday, April 18, 2015 from 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Rds., Joliet. As it was John's wish, Cremation Rites have been accorded. In lieu of flowers, memorials in his name to Best Friends Animal Society in Utah would be appreciated. For more information: (815) 741-5500 or visit his Book of Memories at www.fredcdames.com