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Jon Russell Lapo

Nov 14, 1948 — Oct 14, 2026

Harwood Heights

Jon "Rizz" Lapo, 77; U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran and Purple Heart Recipient; Cherished husband of Phyllis nee Cocco; Beloved son of Katherine; Dear brother of Paul, Roy and Janet; Loving brother-in-law and wonderful uncle to many; Loving Dog Dad to Buddy, Sr. and Buddy, Jr. and a devoted and loyal friend to all.

Jon was a longtime member and past Grand Knight of the Knights of Columbus - Father Breen Council and Commander of Norridge American Legion - Post 1263.

His many accolades include: The Anthony Fornelli American War Veteran Award from Unico National, Honorary street sign "Rizz's Way" awarded by the Village of Harwood Heights, Honor Flight participant and Chicago podcast hosted by Paul Meincke: Episode 26.

Rizz walked the walk and talked the talk!

Visitation will be Thursday October 22nd from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge.

Funeral services will begin Friday October 23rd at 8:45 a.m. from the funeral home proceeding to St. Giles Church in Oak Park for 10:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. Live streaming will be available through St. Giles Church.

Interment with military honors to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside.

In lieu of flowers, please donate to Mercy Home for Boys and Girls www.donate.mercyhome.org

Info: 708-456-8300
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Service Schedule

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Visitation

Thursday, October 22, 2026

3:00 - 8:00 pm

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Funeral Service

Friday, October 23, 2026

Starts at 8:45 am

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Mass

Friday, October 23, 2026

Starts at 10:00 am

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Interment

Friday, October 23, 2026

11:30 am - 12:00 pm

Queen of Heaven Cemetery

1400 S Wolf Rd, Hillside, IL 60162

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