Augustine "Cookie" Capizzano

Augustine “Cookie” Capizzano passed away Wednesday, January 19, 2022. Beloved wife of Richard Capizzano.  Mother to Jimmy, Cristie, Cindy (Don) Mayle.  Proceeded in death by her parents the late Arthur (née Spranze) and Angelina (nee Mantucca), in-laws the late James Capizzano and Esther (nee Segreti), sister to the late Joey (Arlene), Rosemary and the late Baby Frankie. Sister in law to the late Anita and Tony (nee Amato).  Nanni to Michael (Sara), the late Mitchell (Erika), Marisa, Frankie, Demarco, Richie and great Nanni to Mallory.  Aunt to many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. She also has an amazing group of forever friends. Cookie was loved and spoiled by her husband Rich of 61 years.  Her children and grandchildren loved spending time with her, cooking, baking, shopping, dinners, holidays and vacations.

Cookie was loved by everyone. Everywhere she went someone knew her. There was something about her that made her special. She had a way of making everyone feel welcome and like they were part of the family. Cookie was one of a kind and did things her way. She will be truly and deeply missed.  All of the above and many more are absolutely heartbroken.  And if she ever told you to Fuck Off that meant you were truly special!

Family and Friends are to gather for the Visitation Sunday, January 23, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Russo Hillside Chapels, 4500 Roosevelt Rd. Hillside, Illinois 60162 (Between Mannheim and Wolf Road). Funeral Services 7:00 p.m.

For additional info call (708) 449-5300. Please Visit “Cookie’s” personal tribute website at www.russohillsidechapels.com

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