Nicholas Vito Lonero III, 63, of Mendota, passed away peacefully with his loved ones around him on December 15, 2021.
Nick was born April 25, 1958 in Chicago to Nicholas and Maryann (Lombardi) Lonero II. He grew up in Chicago near Taylor Street, in the heart of little Italy. His heart and inner cowboy came out of him and brought him home to Mendota. He worked as an OTR Truck driver for 30 plus years and enjoyed spending family time with his grandchildren and loved ones, fishing, being an amazing gardener (Mr. Green thumb) and being the farmer he always dreamed of being. Nick will be dearly missed and always remembered as his legacy continues to.
Nick is survived by his honey, his wife Maria, his daughter Faith (Josh), son Nicholas (Mayra), son Marco (Ashely), daughter Kasha (Joe), and daughter Olimpia. He had many grandchildren : Philip, Madison, Alison, Maisie, Milo, Eddie, Aria, Joey, Kora, Katrina, Issac and Cassandra. He also loved his beloved pupper Maximillian Leonardo Lonero. Nick also had siblings: Roseann (Jim), Nicolette (Tom), and Michael. He was a fond uncle of his nephews and niece.
Nick requested a celebration of life be held in his honor as opposed to traditional funeral services. We request all of Nick's loved ones to join us in celebrating his extraordinary life at Merritt Funeral Home, Mendota on Monday, December 20, 2021 from 5-7 p.m. with a service at 7 p.m. with Father Jeff Windy officiating.
Memorials may be directed to the family or La Rabida Children's Hospital, Chicago.