Lawrence J. “Larry” Biondi
Lawrence J. “Larry” Biondi, 58, passed away on June 28, 2021. Beloved son of the late Beatrice, nee Zimmerman, and Roy Biondi. Dear nephew of Anna Marie Pierotti and Fr. Lawrence Biondi, S.J.. Fond cousin of Anita Kidd, Maria Pierotti and Peter Pierotti and of other cousins Atina, Peter, Nicholas, Matteo, Giana and Luca and many other Zimmerman cousins. Larry was a proud advocate for social justice especially for those persons with disabilities. His leadership and great legacy will be remembered by his colleagues at the Progress Center for Independent Living and ADAPT. He spent 28 years tirelessly fighting for those rights and his spirit will live on. A visitation will be held on Tuesday, July 6 beginning at 9:15. A Mass will be celebrated at 10am at Queen of All Saints Basilica, 6280 N Sauganash Ave, Chicago, IL 60646. Entombment is private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations in Larry’s name can be made to the Progress Center for Independent Living, 7521 West Madison Street, Forest Park Il 60130. If you’d like to view a LiveStream of the Mass, please visit Larry’s obituary at www.smithcorcoran.com. More info 773-736-3833.
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Dear Family,
My mom (Josephine Castronovo) and I are so sorry to hear of Larry’s passing. She talked about him often of his independence and his positive outlook on life. She was not able to come to the services, due to receiving some medical care that day. She is looking to send something to your family in condolence, however doesn’t have any updated contact information (she does not use the internet or even have any electronic devices– this sounds like her, doesn’t it??). If you would like, please contact me so that I can let my mom know how to reach you. Again, we are sorry for your loss, and yet celebrate what a wonderful life Larry lead, and the energy he brought to his family, work and community.
With Deepest Sympathies,
Mary (Jo) Girardi &
Josephine Castronovo