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Michael L. Paoletta - 73

12/27/2025

Michael L. Paoletta. Age 73. Longtime Chicago’s Lakeview Neighborhood, born and raised in Chicago Heights. Graduate of Bloom High School Class of 1971. Received his Bachelor’s in Political Science from Macalester College. Worked his entire career in banking starting at Chicago Title and Trust, working for many banks in the Chicagoland area, retiring from Central Illinois Bank “CIB” in 2015. In his free time Mike enjoyed working out at the gym. Son of the late Kathryn nee Tripodi and Michael F. Paoletta. Brother of Fred (Jean) Paoletta and Ginnie (late Jerry) Godinez. Uncle of Elaine Paoletta, Michael Godinez and the late David Paoletta. Friend of many. Resting at Panozzo Bros. Funeral Home, 530 West 14th Street (US Rt 30, 3 blks E of Western Ave), Chicago Heights on Tuesday December 30, 2025 from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Funeral Wednesday December 31, 2025 9:15 am from funeral home to St Veronica (formerly of Infant Jesus of Prague Church), Flossmoor. Mass 10:00 am. Interment Assumption Cemetery, Glenwood. Info 708-481-9230 and panozzobros.com.

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Laura Batzer

Dec 31, 2025, 2:42 PM

I spent many hours with Michael at Macalester College, playing bridge and sharing meals at the cafeteria. I remember that he would drive his car (Lincoln Continental) to the cafeteria, park illegally in an alley and never get in trouble. The women who worked at the cafeteria all knew and loved him. He was a special person and I am glad to have him in my life. RIP dear Michael.

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Terry Sturms

Dec 30, 2025, 6:08 PM

Mike was my best friend for the last 25 years and the most amazing person I have ever known. He was smart, kind, supportive and mentored many colleagues throughout his career. Family was what he valued most, Ginnie and Michael were his world and he loved them dearly. He will be missed but never forgotten.

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Holly Lindsay

Dec 29, 2025, 8:38 PM

Michael Paoletta created joyful times in my life and those of our Macalester College friends. He will always be remembered for fabulous Italian dinner parties, swing dancing in the kitchen, sharp wardrobe choices, a long drive to Florida, and his sincere care for others. My deep gratitude to Ginnie and friends who were with him in recent days.

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Jill Sikorski

Dec 28, 2025, 12:01 PM

I had the pleasure of working for Mike for many years. He was very dedicated to banking and always a very supportive Manager. May he rest in peace.

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