Maria Cinquegrani

Maria Cinquegrani, born in Cefalu Sicily, a devoted wife, mother, nonna and the heart of her family, passed away peacefully at the age of 96. Maria carried her Italian heritage with pride throughout her life: Family was everything to her. Her home was always open, her table always full, and her kitchen the center of love and laughter. She found her greatest joy in cooking for those she loved, sharing homemade meals, cherished recipes, and traditions passed down through generations. Maria also had a deep love for gardening, where she found peace tending to her flowers and vegetables, nurturing life with the same care and patience she gave to her family. Whether in the garden or the kitchen, she expressed her love through her hands and her heart .Above all, Maria was a devoted mother whose strength, warmth, and unwavering support shaped the lives of her children and grandchildren. She will be remembered for her kindness, her strong spirit, her laughter, and the way she made everyone feel welcome and cared for. Beloved wife of the late Giuliano. Loving mother of Luigi “Gino” (Rae), Concetta (John) Conenna and Josephine (Peter) Faraci. Beloved daughter of the late Salvatore and the late Giuseppina Storiale. Cherished grandmother of Gino (Michaela), Nicholas (Kaitlyn),Vincent (Daniela), Julianna (Michael), Analyse (Eddy), Alexa, Ariana and Gabriela. Great grandmother of Kylie, Leonardo, Cameron, Angela, Elisabetta, Vincenzo and Gianfranco. Dear sister of the late Rosa (the late Santo) DiFatta, the late Luigia "Gina" (the late Giuseppe) Noto, the late Luigi (the late Maria) and the late Salvatore (the late Rita) Storiale. Fond aunt and great aunt. Visitation Saturday, January 17th from 8:00 to 10:00 A.M. at Cumberland Chapels ( FRIEL FUNERAL DIRECTORS) 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Funeral Services Begin: Saturday 10:00 A.M. at the Funeral Home and will proceed to St. Paul of the Cross Church, Park Ridge. Funeral Mass 10:30 A.M.. Entombment All Saints Cemetery, Immaculate Heart of Mary Mausoleum.