Obituary of Violet Biro

Violet Rose Biro (nee Paluzzi) Age 95. Peacefully Tuesday, August 25, 2015 at the Parc of Joliet. Born in Joliet, the daughter of the late Arcangelo and Amelia (Metri) Paluzzi on July 1, 1920, she was a lifelong resident. Violet was strong in her catholic faith and member of the Church of St. Anthony. She enjoyed preparing meals for the clergy at St. Mary Carmelite Catholic Church. Proud of her Italian heritage as well as her family, she had many fond memories of her life in Joliet. Her family is very thankful that she shared her love and skill of cooking that will be handed down to present and future generations. Survived by her two sons, John (Amy) Biro of Oak Creek, WI and Jeffrey (Elizabeth) Biro of Mesa, AZ.; four granddaughters, Cristina (John) Benson, Jessica (Kale) Martin, Emily (Jeff) Feliton and Sarah Biro; two great-grandchildren, Katie and Jack Benson; mother-in-law of Jae (the late James R.) Biro and Margaret Biro; three sisters, Lillian (late Joseph) Bonczek, Angela (late Henry) Giermala and Edith (late Chester) D'Atri all of Joliet; generations of nieces and nephews; her companion, Joseph Kinney and a devoted friend to many. Preceded by her loving husband of 67 years, Stephen V. Biro (2008); her son, James R. Biro (2014); granddaughter, Abigail L. Biro (2014) and her parents. Funeral services for Violet Biro will be Saturday, September 5, 2015 at 9:45 a.m. from the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black (at Essington) Rds., Joliet to the Church of St. Anthony where a Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at 10:30 a.m. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery, Joliet. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name to Vitas Hospice, 3033 Jefferson Street, Suite 204, Joliet, IL 60435 would be appreciated. Visitation Friday, 4-8 p.m. at the funeral home. For more information: (815) 741-5500.