Sharon Fasanella (nee Irwin), age 78, of Palatine, IL; beloved wife of James M. Fasanella; loving mother of Laurie (Tom) Price, Richard (Sue) Penzenik; dear grandmother of nine; fond great-grandmother of twelve; aunt of Linda Van Natta. Sharon was a long-time receptionist at the Allstate Insurance home office in Northbrook from 2002 to 2007. Visitation Saturday, Oct. 17 from 11am to 5pm at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55^th Street, Countryside. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be given to a charity of your choice. Additional info: 708-352-6500