Supporting Julia Alsup & Remembering Sal
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Salvatore "Sal" Cholewa
01.20.55 - 04.28.20
The recent and unexpected passing of Sal has left many of us with sadness and grief, but perhaps the biggest void left was in the heart of his lifelong love, Julia Alsup. Sal was one of a kind. He worked hard, played harder and was the glue that held his family together.
As you can imagine, Sal's untimely passing has left Julia with unexpected funeral and burial expenses. In a show of support and love, and to honor Sal's memory, we have set up this gofundme account to help Julia during this time of immense grief.
A message from the family:
To all of those who have and will support us, we thank you. There are no words to say that can ever fully convey the love we have felt during this time. Sal is greatly missed and we hope that any memories you have of him will live on in your hearts.
Obituary:
Salvatore "Sal" Cholewa, age 65, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, April 28, 2020. He was born January 20, 1955, in Oak Park, IL, to loving parents Julius Cholewa and Mary Pusateri.
Sal grew up in Maywood, IL where he attended local schools. He graduated from Proviso East High School. Sal was blessed with three children, Holly, Joseph, and Amy, before find the a lifelong love in Julia Alsup. They made a home full of laughter and love fro over 30 years. Sal held many jobs over the years including machine operator, inventory control, and others. The title he held didn't matter much to Sal, he met each day of work "head on" and didn't quit until the job was done. Sal loved sports, and cheered the loudest for his beloved White Sox and Green Bay Packers. Sal was a child at heart, and he gave his friendship freely. His laugh and joyous spirit was contagious; everyone wanted to be around Sal. He built an outdoor bar in his backyard as a gathering place for all his friends and family to share a laugh, a drink and a story or two. Nothing took the place of his all- important naps though he was know to say that "naps will take a lot out of ya." Sal was one of a kind, and everyone knew it. He will be missed by all.
He is survived by the love of his life, Julia; three children, Holly (Gregg) Zicha, Joseph (Gina) Cholewa and Amy Cholewa; four grandchildren, Riley, Grace, Emma and Mackenzie; one brother, Walter (Olga) Cholewa; a sister, Helen (Mario) Natalizio; a sister-in-law, Lynn Cholewa; many nieces, nephews and a family of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Julius Cholewa and Mary Pusateri; a brother, Joseph Cholewa. A memorial service will be held at a later date once all the family and friends may gather. Tributes and memories may be forwarded to the Conley Funeral Home Facebook Page or at www.conleycare.com.
01.20.55 - 04.28.20
The recent and unexpected passing of Sal has left many of us with sadness and grief, but perhaps the biggest void left was in the heart of his lifelong love, Julia Alsup. Sal was one of a kind. He worked hard, played harder and was the glue that held his family together.
As you can imagine, Sal's untimely passing has left Julia with unexpected funeral and burial expenses. In a show of support and love, and to honor Sal's memory, we have set up this gofundme account to help Julia during this time of immense grief.
A message from the family:
To all of those who have and will support us, we thank you. There are no words to say that can ever fully convey the love we have felt during this time. Sal is greatly missed and we hope that any memories you have of him will live on in your hearts.
Obituary:
Salvatore "Sal" Cholewa, age 65, passed away unexpectedly, Tuesday, April 28, 2020. He was born January 20, 1955, in Oak Park, IL, to loving parents Julius Cholewa and Mary Pusateri.
Sal grew up in Maywood, IL where he attended local schools. He graduated from Proviso East High School. Sal was blessed with three children, Holly, Joseph, and Amy, before find the a lifelong love in Julia Alsup. They made a home full of laughter and love fro over 30 years. Sal held many jobs over the years including machine operator, inventory control, and others. The title he held didn't matter much to Sal, he met each day of work "head on" and didn't quit until the job was done. Sal loved sports, and cheered the loudest for his beloved White Sox and Green Bay Packers. Sal was a child at heart, and he gave his friendship freely. His laugh and joyous spirit was contagious; everyone wanted to be around Sal. He built an outdoor bar in his backyard as a gathering place for all his friends and family to share a laugh, a drink and a story or two. Nothing took the place of his all- important naps though he was know to say that "naps will take a lot out of ya." Sal was one of a kind, and everyone knew it. He will be missed by all.
He is survived by the love of his life, Julia; three children, Holly (Gregg) Zicha, Joseph (Gina) Cholewa and Amy Cholewa; four grandchildren, Riley, Grace, Emma and Mackenzie; one brother, Walter (Olga) Cholewa; a sister, Helen (Mario) Natalizio; a sister-in-law, Lynn Cholewa; many nieces, nephews and a family of friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Julius Cholewa and Mary Pusateri; a brother, Joseph Cholewa. A memorial service will be held at a later date once all the family and friends may gather. Tributes and memories may be forwarded to the Conley Funeral Home Facebook Page or at www.conleycare.com.
Organizer and beneficiary
Alexis Cervantes Koslovsky
Organizer
Aurora, IL
Joseph Cholewa
Beneficiary