Obituary of Gloria R. Matusefski

Gloria R. Matusefski (nee Luisi) Age 89, unexpectedly, Saturday, April 22, 2017 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet with her family by her side. Gloria was born and raised in Blue Island, IL as the daughter of the late Carmen and Mary (nee Sisco) Luisi on October 1, 1927. She married her husband John in 1946 and was a longtime New Lenox resident before returning to Joliet several years ago. Formerly employed by Crombies Dairy, Milligan's Drug Store and the Mokena Pharmacy. A member of St. Jude Catholic Church and a former member of St. Thaddeus Catholic, both in Joliet. She was very active in church organizations and was the former past President of the Ladies of Columbus, Knights of Columbus Council #382 of Joliet. Gloria could be seen volunteering in many capacities as her faith directed her, but most often at the Knights of Columbus spaghetti dinners. Her goal in life was to always give back to her family, church, and community. When she wasn't giving back, her greatest joy was spending time with her family. She was a devoted mother, grandmother, great- grandmother, and a dear friend to many. Her hardworking hands to rest, the constant love of a gentle woman will be truly missed by those who had come to know her. Our family would like to especially thank the Villa Franciscan Rehab Center for the care and kindness they displayed to our mother. Survived by her devoted daughter, Sandra (John) Singletary of Shorewood; her cherished grandchildren, Kristin (Anthony) LePore of Plainfield, John Singletary, III of Arizona and Marc Singletary, of Chicago; three loving great grandchildren, Taylor, Kamryn and Michael LePore and many special nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded by her husband, John (2004); her parents; one sister, JoAnn Stout; and one brother, Carmen Luisi. Funeral Services for Gloria R. Matusefski will be Wednesday, April 26, 2017 at 10:00 a.m. from the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black at Essington Roads, Joliet, IL to the Church of St. Jude for a Mass of Christian Burial to be celebrated at 10:45 a.m. with Fr. Michael Lane officiating. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Romeoville, IL. In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude Church Building Fund or Masses in her name would be appreciated. VISITATION WEDNESDAY MORNING at the Funeral Home Chapel from 9:00 a.m. until time of services at 10:00 a.m. For information, please call 815-741-5500 or visit her Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com