South Cook News

Kathleen J. Vitale-Baluk, also known as Kathy, aged 77, passed away on May 21, 2025. She was the beloved wife of Frank Baluk and the adoring mother of Keith Vitale. Kathleen is also survived by her children through marriage, Katie Raschka, Joey Baluk, and Jennifer Bertucci.

As a proud grandmother, Kathy's love and spirit live on through her grandchildren Francesca, Jude, Adam, Ryan, Owen, Zachary, Vinny, and Lexi. She was the daughter of the late Chester and Frances O'Neil and the loving sister of the late Bernard, William, Timothy, and Peggy Havelka.

Kathy will be remembered for her warmth, laughter, and unwavering spirit by her extended family and many friends. The family has requested that flowers be omitted.

A visitation and Celebration of Life in memory of Kathleen will be held on Thursday, May 29, 2025, from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium in Justice, Illinois. Cremation rites have been accorded.

To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Kathleen, please visit the associated floral store.

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