Elmwood Funeral Chapel & Crematory

Visitation Information

Gregory W. Saettone

Passed away on January 8, 2025

Gregory W. Saettone, age 58. Late of South Deering. Passed away on January 8, 2025. Beloved husband of Christina M. Saettone for 30 years. Loving father of Alyssa A. Saettone, Johnny C. Gonzales, Julian R. Gonzales, and Samantha C. Saettone. Cherished Grandpa “Papa” of Alex, Aubrey, Angelleah, Maya, Samaira, Johnathan, and Emilia. Dearest brother of Deborah (Kevin) Saettone-Krawczyk, Valerie (Patrick) Dennis, Ric (Rhonda) Saettone, and Shirley Garcia-Smith. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews and godfather to many. Preceded in death by his parents Shirley Saettone-Scully and Harold Scully.

Gregory was nothing less than an amazing man. He had the most passionate stories growing up in South Deering and left a vibrant impression on everyone he met. One particular instance was in the summer of 1994, when Greg met the love of his life Tina, and went on to marry and share 30 loving years together.

Breaking the mold when he was born, Greg worked as a bricklayer for the City of Chicago, and a hardworking member of Local 21. He was a wonderful father and a dedicated grandfather, whose affection and love towards his family was unwavering. Greg was one of kind, and he will continue to shine his hat-brimmed eyes and boundless smile upon years to come.

Visitation Thursday, January 16, 2025 from 2:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Funeral Services, Friday, January 17, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. from the Elmwood Chapel, 11200 S. Ewing Ave. Chicago, IL. 60617 to Our Lady of Guadalupe Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 12:00 p.m. (Noon). Interment Private. 773-731-2749. www.elmwoodchapel.com

Funeral

Prayers at Elmwood Funeral Chapel
Friday, January 17, 2025 - 11:00 am

Funeral Mass:
Our Lady of Guadalupe Chruch
3200 East 91st Street
Chicago, Illinois 60617
Friday, January 17, 2025 - 12:00 pm

Interment:
Private

Visitation Location

East Side
11200 S. Ewing Ave
Chicago, IL 60617
(773) 731-2749

Map

Visitation Information

Thursday, January 16, 2025 - 2:00 pm until 9:00 pm

Condolences
"Condolences go out to the Saettone family I will miss Greg so much is my younger brother you know love your supper here under earth. He found his home in heaven. God bless you God bless him."
- Alfonso Rodriguez
January 14, 2025 6:41 am
"My heart aches for Tina,Johnny and Julian. Greg was such a wonderful addition to our family. He will be very missed. My deepest sympathy to his siblings and other family members. Life is not fair 😭 Rest in Peace Greg "
- Toni Rojas
January 14, 2025 7:50 am
"Greg What I would’ve done to watch one more Bears game and down a couple Heineken’s, smoke a joint or two (or three), drop something off to Tina, see your sister on the east side , hit the bar for a fast one on the way back…….i miss those sundays with ya. Like a big brother to me, wasn’t a second that went by that you didn’t have me in stitches w laughter. You knew how to make people feel special with just that smile. Looking down on us with the rest of our fallen loved I’m sure you’re up there telling everyone what to do! Rest in peace my brother, you will be missed and never forgotten. "
- Steve Spooky Siordia
January 14, 2025 10:42 am
"My deepest condolences for family, rest easy Greg, God called you home and there you will have no illness, you will gain your wings and you will watch over your family and be their Guardian Angel forever always in paradise. The Lord is my shepherd and I shall not want : "
- Tammy Bernal
January 15, 2025 9:37 am
"I would like to send my condolences to my boy G and his family all da way from deep South Texas you will be missed your long time friend Ron Cazares🙏🙏🙏"
- Ron cazares
January 16, 2025 12:22 pm
"My condolences go out to the family, especially to Tina,. I can only imagine the loss of your husband and best friend. You guys were always a beautiful couple and a love that will last all eternity. May God, family, and friends be by your side to help you and your family get through this difficult time. My prayers are always with you, girl🙏🏼❤️✝️🕊️"
- Deana Pietrzak-Tellez
January 16, 2025 12:59 pm
"My heart aches, RIP GREG , you were like a little brother. So many memories with you and your family when we were young. My deepest condolences to the family. You will be missed God Bless❤️. "
- Annette Aldana-Valadez
January 16, 2025 3:17 pm
"Your great smile will be missed by all. Rest is peace, always had something to say either funny or sarcastic. That's Greg! Good rest your soul. "
- Marciela Arredondo
January 16, 2025 3:55 pm
"Greg, may you rest in everlasting peace. It was a pleasure working with you and we shared alot of laughs."
- John Coyne
January 16, 2025 4:19 pm
"Friends to the end. 🥲"
- Anonymous
January 16, 2025 8:20 pm
"You've come a long way Greg from being a Trumbull Park Project Boi. A badge of Honor you wore proudly. It was family like knowing you these many years. Please give my best regards to my Cuñado Freddy O.in heaven. Peace"
- Rick Delgado
January 16, 2025 9:16 pm
Candles Lit
"Love you little brother. Will miss you forever."
- Kevin and Deborah (Saettone) Krawczyk
January 13, 2025 1:52 pm
"Rest easy Brother, forever in my heart. ooxxooXoXXx Hug hug, kiss kiss, hug hug, big kiss, little hug, kiss kiss, little kiss. Love Shirley "
- Shirley (Garcia) Smith
January 13, 2025 5:54 pm
"Greg, this day has come too soon, you are my brother, my friend my go to guy , I am gonna miss you brother, Your laughter, your cries You’re yelling at me for whatever it may be You will be missed and never got a chance to say I love you bro and It’s a shame it takes this to Say that, There’s a lot of people in heaven that you know that we’re welcome you as you enter the gates of heaven once again please save a spot for me when I come home, God bless you."
- Alfonso Rodriguez
January 14, 2025 6:38 am
"My Friend, I will always hold dear the memories of the countless experiences we've created through a lifelong friendship. Until we meet again... rest in peace."
- Anthony (Tony) Aldana
January 14, 2025 8:20 pm
"Dearest uncle, I already miss you. Your laugh and larger than life personality was one of a kind. The lord took you too soon from us, but I guess he needed you more. Rest in peace. I love you. P.S Say hi to Gram for me & give her a big hug. Forever in my heart, your 1st born niece, Jamie (Juma) "
- Jamie Rodriguez
January 15, 2025 11:53 am
"I'll miss you brother. Time ran out to soon. Thank you for everything. May you rest now. In my heart you'll always be. Love you."
- Valerie Dennis
January 16, 2025 9:52 am
"Rip brotha 🙏🙏🙏"
- Ron cazares
January 16, 2025 12:25 pm
"You will be missed & so will your bright smile. You were always such a sweet person to everyone you knew. You will never be forgotten & may you rest in eternal peace. Always🙏🏼🩷✝️🕊️"
- Deana Pietrzak-Tellez
January 16, 2025 1:01 pm