Senatore Renato Guerino Turano
October 2, 1942 ~ December 5, 2021 (79)
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It is with great sadness that I inform you of the passing of Senatore Renato (Ron) Turano.
Ron was a great family man and friend who held many titles, held many offices, helped many people, belonged to many organizations, but his love and dream was Casa Italia. Ron was a founder and past chairman of Casa Italia, Renato was a steadfast supporter of the Casa and one of its guiding lights. His kindness, warmth and generosity were beyond compare, He was deeply loved by all and he will be missed.
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The Ron Turano I knew was always a kind and giving man. He may be best known as one of the principals of Turano Baking company, as the first Senator to represent North America in the Italian Senate. You would never know about his prestigious positions or great accomplishments by meeting him. Ron never forgot his roots, championed causes, and never spoke down to people. Ron had a determination and strength very few people have ever been gifted with.
The mark he left on the Italian community, and to society, will be felt by generations of people who never knew him. Ron always had a vision for the future, a wisdom so deep you would swear he was looking into your soul and reading your thoughts. He rarely had a harsh word for anyone.
Renato was the type of person that the more you knew, the more you respected. He had a deep love for family, faith, friends, and the community. I once visited him at his Lake Geneva home. His proudest room was the big room where all the grandchildren slept and played. He was also very proud of his kitchens (plural) and very large dining room tables, so the whole family can sit and dine. You could feel the love, and it was in everything he did.
As he once told me, you can make it in any profession you choose, as long as you have passion. Passion is what he stressed. He noted his family's success because of the passion his father had and instilled in his children. The family came from humble beginnings but passion enabled them to achieve. While assisting in his first campaign in his run for the Senate, there was a picture on the wall that I won't soon forget. It was a picture of Renato, Umberto, and Giancarlo standing on the side of a van used to make deliveries. Passion.
Renato, like all of us, also had his fair share of hardships and setbacks. We all have them, it is how you deal with life's struggles that make you stronger and more appreciative of your blessings. Ron was dealt a severe blow when Patty passed. His ALS at the time had really diminished his ability to function. The pain he went through is one no one should have to endure. As independent and strong willed as he was, being in a position where your mind works and your body does not, is not easily tolerated. While the illness may have weakened his body, it did not alter or break his spirit.
While we were blessed to have Ron, his life goes on through the institutions he established and his family. Casa Italia, student exchange programs, Turano Baking, Calabresi in America, and the list goes on.
Rest my friend, your mark on the community, your family, and your friends, is felt and appreciated. Your suffering is over. Patty has the pasta cooking, Mary and John Scalera are at the door with some pastry and Soppressata, your parents Mariano and Assunta are in the living room waiting to give you a big hug and embrace. Ron, your life was well lived. We are all proud to have known you and will miss you dearly. Rest in Peace.
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Ron's Memorial
Page and Obituary
Senatore Renato Guerino Turano, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 5, 2021 while surrounded by his loving family while in the tranquility of his own home at the age of 79. Beloved Husband of the late Patricia Ann, nee Filishio, for a loving 54 years. Devoted Father of Lisa Turano, Renee (Robert) Novelle and Mario (Wanda) Turano. Loving Son of the late Mariano and the late Assunta, nee Filice, Turano. Loving Nonno of Renzo, Nico, Reno, Malina, Gabriella, Alessandra, Gioia, Renato and Rocco. Dear Brother of Umberto “Tony” (Eugenia) Turano and Giancarlo (Karen) Turano. Dear Brother-in-law to Michele (the late John) Krunis and Tina (Laurie “Monk”) Gragnani. Dear Uncle, Great Uncle, Cousin, Godfather and Friend to many.
Senatore Renato Guerino Turano was the Chairman of the Board for Campagna – Turano Bakery, Inc. in Berwyn, Illinois. Senatore della Repubblica d’Italia, Cavaliere Ufficiale Al Merito della Repubblica Italiana, Consultore Regione Calabria, Founder and Chairman of Casa Italia, Past President of Italian- American Civic Organization of Berwyn, Past President of Calabresi in America Organization, Past Chairman of Societa San Francesco di Paola, Past President of Italian Chamber of Commerce of Chicago, Past President of the Columbian Club of Chicago, Past Chairman of American Bakers Association and patronized many other Business, Civic, Fraternal and Social Organizations.
Family and friends are to gather for the Visitation on Thursday, December 9, 2021 from 4:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at St. John of the Cross Parish, 5005 Wolf Rd., Western Springs, IL. Funeral to follow Friday, December 10, 2021 Family and Friends are to gather directly at St. John of the Cross Parish, All Guests are asked to arrive for a Mass of Christian Burial celebrated promptly at 11:00 A.M. Entombment will remain private for immediate family only. Funeral Arrangements are being handled by Russo’s Hillside Chapels. For additional information call (708) 449-5300. Please visit Renato’s personal tribute website at www.russohillsidechapels.com and sign his guestbook.
Regardless of Vaccination Status, you will be required to wear a facial mask or facial covering to enter the building.
In Lieu of flowers, any donations collected will be gifted to the Les Turner ALS Foundation in Senatore Renato Guerino Turano’s name.
SERVICES
VISITATION
Thursday - December 9, 2021
4:00 PM to 9:00 PM
St. John of the Cross Catholic Church
5005 Wolf Road
Western Springs, IL 60558
MASS OF CHRISTIAN BURIAL
Friday - December 10, 2021
11:00 AM
St. John of the Cross Catholic Church
5005 Wolf Road
Western Springs, IL 60558
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Please keep the family
of Renato Turano in your thoughts and prayers
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What moves through us is a silence, a quiet sadness, a longing for one more day, one more word, one more touch. We may not understand why you left this earth so soon, or why you left before we were ready to say good-bye, but little by little, we begin to remember not just that you died, but that you lived. And that your life gave us memories too beautiful to forget |
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