Wilma A. Calderone

Wilma A. Calderone, 70, of Utica, Illinois passed away unexpectedly on September 21, 2024.

Born in Chicago, Illinois on September 23, 1953 to the late August and Sharon Calderone; Fond

sister of Anne (Ron) Fenske, Anthony (Lois) Calderone, Harry Calderone, Sharon (Rick)

Busenbark, Dorothy (Matt) Bentel, David (Barb) Calderone; Loving mother of Eric Andersen and

Michelle Andersen; Cherished grandmother to Hayley, Chase, Carter, and Dario; Beloved aunt

to many nieces and nephews.

Wilma was raised in Forest Park and a graduate of Proviso East High School. She succeeded in

business as a boutique owner, Mary Kay beauty consultant, and antique retailer. She found joy

in trying new recipes, reading books, tending to her many gardens and organizing her vintage

collectibles. After many years of hard work, she embraced her retirement by cherishing the

simple joys of life - spending time in the comfort of her home, caring for her beloved grandson

and sharing her passion for cooking with family and friends.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, September 28, 2024 from 11:00 - 3:00 followed by a

memorial service at Zimmerman-Harnett Funeral Home, 7319 Madison St., Forest Park, Illinois.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations can be made to Illinois Valley PADS online ivpads.com or

mail your donations to: Illinois Valley PADS, P .O. Box 1012 LaSalle, Il. 61301.

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