Joseph P. Salerno, of Elmhurst and formerly of Green Valley, Ariz., Franklin Park, and Chicago, passed away Nov. 27, 2017, at the age of 97. Joseph was a Captain in the United States Army, a Third Degree Knight of Columbus, a minister of Communion at Visitation Church, a school volunteer and a life-long Cubs fan. A devout Catholic, he prayed the Rosary daily. Joseph was preceded in death by his beloved wife Ivy “Cherry”; he was the loving father of Carol (Bill) Sir; treasured grandpa of Andrew (Amanda); and dearest GG to Avery and Adi; fond brother of Pauline (the late Frank) Padalik. He was also preceded in death by brothers and sisters Pasquale (the late Louise), Frank (the late Josephine), Nellie (the late Bill Craig, Mary (the late Victor) Rieber, Philomena (the late Willard) Padalik and Virginia (the late John) Gorsky. He was Uncle Joe to many dear nieces and nephews. Services and entombment private. Donations to The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, 10525 Delta Parkway, Schiller Park, Ill., 60176 would be greatly appreciated. Arrangements by Ahlgrim Funeral Home. For more information, call 630-834-3515 or visit ahlgrim.com
