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Alicia R. Calabrese

Visitation Date: Friday, April 25, 2025
Visitation Time: at CHURCH from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Funeral Date: Friday, April 25th, 2025
Funeral Time: 12:00 pm
Place of Funeral: Corpus Christi Church
Interment: Private

Alicia Calabrese of Carol Stream passed away unexpectedly on April 13, 2025.
Alicia is survived by her loving husband, Vito; her mother Amy; her children Chessa (Robert) and Milan (Erin); her granddaughters, Rowyn and Haven and many cousins and friends. Alicia was a selfless, proud and loving wife, mother, and friend to all. She was a formidable, hard working and successful commercial flooring saleswoman. She poured her love into her amazing baking and cooking. She never missed an opportunity to celebrate a birthday or holiday, big or small, with treats, cards, elaborate gift wrapping and decorations. She loved any outings that involved food, drinks, live music or comedy and laughter. A visitation will be held at Corpus Christi Church in Carol Stream on April 25 at 11 a.m. followed by a Funeral mass at 12 p.m. Family and Friends are invited to a Celebration of Alicia’s Life at The Empress Banquets in Addison from 3-7p. It would be wonderful to see her loved ones wearing her favorite color: Blue.

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Posted by:
Anonymous

Posted on:
Thursday, April 24, 2025

Alicia was always the coolest, from when I was in high school and hanging out with Chessa -- going through our corduroy, converse and emo phase, to all those years later when she and I partied together at the Derby or for Chessa's bachelorette party. There wasn't a single situation she was a fish out of water, and not a room she couldn't charm with her innate sunniness and verve for life. It's hard to see such a bright and beautiful human leave this earth so soon, but honestly, losing someone like her will always feel far too soon, the skies a little darker without her. Thanks Mrs. Calabrese -- I mean, Alicia, for always showing the world how to operate by example, for loving fiercely, baking amazingly, and being a great force in anything you did.

Posted by:
Edward Schloesslin

Posted on:
Thursday, April 24, 2025

My heartfelt condolences got out to all immediate and extended family and friends. May God provide her with eternal peace. Ed Schloesslin

Posted by:
john feller

Posted on:
Monday, April 21, 2025

I’m so sorry to hear about Alicia. I worked with Alicia over the past ten years and she was always a bright spot in my day. So friendly and helpful and all around just full of cheer and good spirit. She will be missed. My thoughts and prayers to your family.

Posted by:
Diane White

Posted on:
Sunday, April 20, 2025

Posted by:
Mike Kozenko

Posted on:
Sunday, April 20, 2025

This earth lost a great woman. God Bless Vito & family.

Posted by:
Henry and Catherine\'Sylwestrzak

Posted on:
Friday, April 18, 2025

...Our deepest sympathy for your loss... Alicia was a beautiful person, full of life and love for all.... she will be missed and is LOVED by all who knew her.

Posted by:
Ron Blazek

Posted on:
Friday, April 18, 2025

Dear Vito & Family, Our heartfelt condolences on the sudden loss of Alicia. She was truly a beautiful person, inside and out. Her radiant smile and sense of humor always brightened the times we shared with her. May your treasured memories bring you comfort and strength as you navigate this difficult time. Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers. May she rest in peace. Ron & Nora Blazek

Posted by:
Gina Groveau

Posted on:
Friday, April 18, 2025

Alicia was a Beautiful and genuine person inside and out. I am grateful to have known her. I will always remember our boys, Jake and Milan spending lots of time together at each other's homes in grammar school and knowing my son loved spending time at the Calabrese home because Alicia was so loving and always welcomed Jake whether it was an outing, a sleepover or a meal. Jake and I will always hold warm and fond memories of you. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of the Calabrese family.

Posted by:
Snehal Talati

Posted on:
Thursday, April 17, 2025

Alicia was an amazing collegue. I will miss her. My prayers for her family and friends.Rest in Peace

Posted by:
Kathy Catanese

Posted on:
Thursday, April 17, 2025

So very sorry to hear of Alicia’s passing. She was a wonderful lady, I remember her fondly. She was a great cake decorator when she worked at Jewel, she once told me when she saw it was for my family that she would do our cake. God bless.

Posted by:
Frank Mikec

Posted on:
Thursday, April 17, 2025

Vito & Family, I am so sorry for your loss. My deepest sympathy and condolences to you during this most difficult time. I had the pleasure of meeting Alicia a couple of times in person at the annual Jewel driver outing events at Arlington Park with Vito. I remember her always being friendly, warm, and gracious. You will be in my thoughts and prayers.

Posted by:
Sandra Robeznieks

Posted on:
Thursday, April 17, 2025

Alicia was a wonderful colleague and my prayers are with her family at this time.

Posted by:
Bud Brick

Posted on:
Thursday, April 17, 2025

Even though I've known her for only a relatively short time, she was definitely one of my favorite people in my world. Both her life and her death have changed me forever. Rest in peace, Alicia.

Posted by:
Bob and Kerry Morgan

Posted on:
Thursday, April 17, 2025

Even though Bob and Vito aren't in it, I've always loved this photo with Alicia. We all had a wonderful time together at the Jewel Safe Driver Awards luncheon at Arlington for many years. Like everyone else, I don't think I ever saw her without a smile on her face and cracking people up and having fun and spreading sunshine everywhere she went. We will sorely miss her and are praying for Vito and the family as they grieve this great loss.

Posted by:
Joseph G Palmisano

Posted on:
Thursday, April 17, 2025

It was my honor to have known and worked with Alicia on some of the American Airline Projects while she represented Mr. Carpet. She was a true professional, and a total costumer pleaser. Thank you for all you did.