Louis J. Stella

Visitation Date: Wednesday, January 13, 2021
Visitation Time: 3:00-9:00 p.m.
Funeral Date: Thursday, January 14th, 2021
Funeral Time: 10:30 am
Place of Funeral: Chapel Service at Salerno's Rosedale Chapels
Funeral Notes: During visiting hours, it is still recommended to follow the current State of Illinois Guidelines, and guests should continue to wear masks and practice social distancing.
Interment: Mount Carmel Cemetery

Louis “Chickie” Stella; Beloved Husband of Jo Ellen Stella nee Tomasetti; Devoted father of Gina Stella (Kevin) and Joseph (Patricia); Loving son of Joseph and Violet nee De Luca (both deceased); Dear brother of Ronald Stella (deceased); Dear grandfather of Joseph Spilotros (Fatima), Nicholas Spilotros (Christina), Santino “Sonny” Spilotros (Juliana Crocilla), Luca Stella and Sofia Stella; Dear great-grandfather of Massimo Mele, Joseph Spilotros, Nikka Spilotros, Isabella Spilotros, Grace Stella, Nevayah Stella, Todd Stella, Carley Stella and Emma Polo; Dear brother-in-law of John (Rose) Tomasetti, Michael (Arlene) Tomasetti and Robert (Michelina) Tomasetti; Dear uncle of Many nieces, nephews, and grand-nieces and grand-nephews. Funeral 1/14/21 at Salerno’s Rosedale with interment at Mt. Carmel (Queen of Heaven). A native of Chicago’s Taylor Street neighborhood, Chickie Stella was a singer and an entertainer loved by many. He started singing in the 50s with a Doo-wop group called the Taylor Brothers, and later found success with musical groups The Chicago Fire and The Neighborhood. Always his first passion, his singing career was set aside so he could be close to home and raise a family. He became a small business owner in the restaurant/bar industry with businesses such as Chickie’s in the Circle, Baciami Café, Rossini’s Great Italian, and the well-known Café Lucci in Glenview.
Chickie leaves behind his loving wife of 57 years, Jo Ellen (Tomasetti), two children, Gina (Kevin) and Joseph (Patti), six grandchildren, eight great grandchildren and many nieces and nephews. His laugh and smile were infectious, and his spirit would light up a room.

Guestbook


Posted by:
John massari

Posted on:
Sunday, March 14, 2021

Wow I was driving by cafe lucci today and I thought of you. Got hone and a google search gave me the terrible news. My condolences to the family and I see your and your brother laughing and singing in gods bar. Rest In Peace.

Posted by:
Debbie Milio DeMaira

Posted on:
Sunday, January 17, 2021

Mrs Stella, Gina & Joe I am so sorry to hear of the passing of Chickie. I have such fond memories of him growing up next door to your family, I always enjoyed hearing him sing or listening to his music while watering the plants or lounging in the yard. He was always smiling, happy and full of joy. Praying you all find comfort and peace in the memories and lives he touched. Love to all. Mike and Debbie(Milio) DeMaira

Posted by:
George \"da Greek\" Geinopolos

Posted on:
Sunday, January 17, 2021

I can go back over 60 years to memories we shared in our teenage years. I'll remember you with smiles and fondness. You had a beautiful family and I'm sure you'll be " singing" and smiling down on all of them from heaven above. RIP my friend.

Posted by:
Janice (Tranchita) Brown

Posted on:
Thursday, January 14, 2021

Dear JoEllen, my heart goes out to you on the loss of your dear husband. Hope you find some solice in the fact that he was a wonderful person and loved by so many people.

Posted by:
Daniel Mahoney

Posted on:
Wednesday, January 13, 2021

The Mahoney family sends you our prayers. We are sorry for your loss.

Posted by:
John tomasetti

Posted on:
Wednesday, January 13, 2021

John and I are so sorry we could not be there to say goodbye to uncle chickie. We want to express our deepest sympathy to you and the family. we will always cherish the great memories we all shared and will miss him terribly. love you and miss you guys John & Cathy

Posted by:
MARSHA Francesconi

Posted on:
Wednesday, January 13, 2021

To the Stella family. I am so sorry for your loss. I met Chickie in UCLA when he had his heart transplant and he still had alot of wires in him. We had alot of laughs on that day and since. Chickie was a fighter. He was fiercely loyal to those he loved. He was a great person and he will be missed.

Posted by:
Michael J Milio

Posted on:
Tuesday, January 12, 2021

Dear Stella family, Chickie was a great next-door neighbor. I remember his singing in the yard and his boisterous laughter. We enjoyed many wonderful meals at his Cafe Lucci. He always made you feel welcome! He was a great guy!! My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. Mike

Posted by:
Rose Stella

Posted on:
Tuesday, January 12, 2021

Dear Kevin & Gina, Please know you are in my thoughts and prayers. Losing a parent is one of the most difficult things we have to experience. My love and sympathy of you both. Love, Rose

Posted by:
Rev. Nicole A.M. Collins

Posted on:
Tuesday, January 12, 2021

Dear Joellen & family, My deepest prayers and sympathies for you. I can only hope that Chickie & my dad are catching up in heaven. Peace, healing & hope to you all, Love, Rev. Nicole (Macaluso) Collins

Posted by:
Theresa Nitti

Posted on:
Tuesday, January 12, 2021

I am mourning the loss of a dear friend and will always remember the laughter he shared.

Posted by:
Kathleen Ball

Posted on:
Monday, January 11, 2021

Love to the Stella family. Chickie was a wonderful man and will be missed by all who knew him.