Elio J. Martina  age 94,  of LaGrange, IL, passed away peacefully Monday morning, July 17, 2017. Originally  from Cleveland, Ohio. Devoted husband of the late Catherine B. Martina; loving father of Heidi (Bob) Rogers, James (Susan) and Michelle (Chris) Hullihan; beloved “Papa” of Alexandra, Michael and  Amanda Martina and Kyle and Kelly Hullihan; brother of the late Arthur Martina. He was a WW II U.S. Army Veteran. Elio loved to travel with family and friends and also enjoyed many happy winters in Longboat Key, Florida He was an architect for many years at the University of Chicago. Family & friends to gather on Thursday, July 20, for a 10:00 am Funeral Mass at St. Cletus Church, 600 W. 55^th St., LaGrange. A private family inurnment will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, donations may be sent to the Carmelite Monastery in Des Plaines, IL.  Hallowell & James Funeral Home in Countryside is assisting the family with all arrangements. Service Info: (708)352-6500 or www.hjfunerals.com