Aldonna Helen Napolian

Aldonna Helen Napolian, 99, one of the original residents of Palos Heights passed away peacefully in Littleton, CO on May 21, 2015. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Neil, her loving grandsons Neil Holladay and Theodore Knez and her siblings. She lived in her home in Palos for 53 years before moving to Green Valley, AZ and Littleton, CO. She is survived by her daughters: Dorine (the late Frank) Holladay of Clearwater, FL.; Jeannine (the late David) Knez of Lisle, IL: Gail (Donald) Gentry of Green Valley, AZ; Sharon (Ronald) Boatright of Littleton, CO. There are fourteen Grandchildren, 23 Great Grandchildren and 10 Great Great Grandchildren along with nieces and nephews. She will be greatly missed. The Napolian's built their home in Palos in 1941 where they raised their four daughters. Aldonna loved flowers and grew many varieties in her yard. Her love of gardening was passed on to her family and she was very proud of her family's efforts! She was very happy living in Palos Heights and had a great fondness for all the neighbors she knew over the years. Family and friends will gather Friday, May 29, 2015 from 10 a.m. to time of Chapel Prayers 11 a.m. at the Schmaedeke Funeral Home 10701 S. Harlem Ave. Worth to St. Alexander Catholic Church 7025 W. 126th St. Palos Heights, Mass 11:30 a.m. Interment St. Casimir Cemetery. Memorials to the charity of your choice appreciated. Service information 708.448.6000.