Bernardo “Bernie” Palos
Bernardo “Bernie” Palos, 63, of Northlake, formerly of Chicago. Beloved husband of Susan (née Chesvick) Palos for a wonderful 38 years. Loving father of Rachel (András) von Aulock, John (Anna) Palos, Joseph (Mary Theresa) Palos, Paul Palos, Maria (Robby) Regalbuto, Jo Ann (Santiago) Cobar Palos, Felicity Palos, Anya Palos and James Palos. Devoted grandfather of Javier, Stella, Paloma, Diego, Antonio, Lucia, Olivia, Isabelle, Joaquín, Celeste and Wolfgang. Dear brother of Tony (Mary), JC, Jim, Maricarmen (Curtis), Francisco (Inmaculada), Mike (Carol), Lucia (Albert) and Rosemary. Fond uncle, Godfather, and friend of many. Bernie was preceded in death by his parents, Jose Antonio and Maria Ernestina Palos.
Bernie lived his vocation to Opus Dei faithfully for 42 years, allowing it to form the foundation of his life. He was a devoted parishioner of St. John Vianney Church for 33 years, where he trained altar boys, taught CCD, instructed couples preparing for marriage, and led a boys club. Bernie was a skilled electrician for 36 years, where he displayed constant integrity and an unwavering work ethic. He thoroughly enjoyed this trade, especially working alongside his children. He loved sports (mainly his Cubbies), a house full of people, Chicago history, long road trips, and a good tiki drink.
Visitation 3pm to 9pm Tuesday, December 26th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55 th St., Countryside. Family and friends are to meet on Wednesday, December 27th at St. John Vianney Church, 46 N. Wolf Rd., Northlake for 10am Mass. Interment to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside.
In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to:
Woodlawn Foundation
56 Harrison St., Suite 401 New Rochelle, NY 10801
or
St. John Vianney Catholic Church
46 N. Wolf Rd, Northlake, IL 60164
For Service Info: 708-352-6500
Many childhood memories, you will be missed. Rest in Peace my friend.
You are all in my thoughts and prayers. Love to you all,
Cecilia Herrera & family.
Dear Susan, sorry for your loss. What a wonderful life! I always looked up to Bernie…because he was a little taller than me! I would tell him little jokes like that because I really enjoyed hearing him laugh. It won’t be easy to find Bernie’ s footprints for he walked in the very footsteps of his father, the kindest man I ever met. That is no small accomplishment. That should be a great comfort to you in the times ahead. Bernie will soon join the Wise Men as the new drummer boy for the new born KING.
J. Declan
PEACE
Condolences to the Palos family with the passing of Mr. Palos. You all are in my thoughts and prayers during this time. Eternal rest grant unto him O Lord, and let Perpetual Light shine upon him. May he rest in peace.
Hey Paul ,seeya Tuesday. God Bless
Bernie was a great man. I always enjoyed talking with him. During our discussions he would often mention his children’s accomplishments, and would beam with happiness. He loved the Lord and his family.
Sending my deepest condolences 🙏🏽 to the Palos family!
I didn’t know Bernie personally but I’m a friend of his brother Michael, at this time I would like to send my condolences to his family and friends.
So sorry Susan and family for the loss of such a good husband and father, a truly loyal and holy man. I did not know he was so gravely ill, I so wish I could have spent some time with him soaking up his wisdom. Our days in Northlake living across the street were very special to us, with memories we will always cherish. God love you all. 🙏❤️
Dear Susan, James and to the rest of the Palos family. You have Elia, Emilio Jr, Emanuel and my deepest condolences for your loss of our dear Bernie.
Bernie was my friend and even though we seldom ran into each other, when we did , it was like talking to my brother.
I remember when we visited the 7 churches during one Holt Thursday. Bernie was like a tour guide informing us of all the details of each beautiful Chicago church. I will always remember and cherish that trip. Bernie can RIP, we will always be there for you Susan and James and the rest of the Palos family.
We will miss you Bernie
Emilio
We are so grateful to Bernie and Susan for introducing us to Opus Dei and for the wonderful 3 years we were blessed to be his neighbors in Northlake. Our deepest condolences to Susan and all his children, grandchildren and siblings. 🙏🙏🙏
Dearest Susan and precious children and grandchildren
You were blessed with such a holy man in your life. The type of man who is one in a million . He embodied Father God in his life with his love that overflowed to his family and his friends and even to complete strangers. Which is what we were when he opened his heart and home to us. His genuine smile and warmth and generosity taught us many life lessons that we wanted to emulate. And now even though we know there is deep sorrow and pain, we also know we have a wonderful personal intercessor who is standing close to Jesus.
Love and prayers
Sanju and Ruby, Michael, Raphael, Gabriel and Maria.
My deepest condolences. Praying for your family. May Bernardo Rest in Paradise. Know the you will see him again until continue to pray and have faith in Our Lord Jesus Christ. God Bless you and your family.
Mr. Palos (teacher friend) and family sending my condolences, prayers, and love.
We will miss you so much. We already do. You have done so much good in this world and made it a much more peaceful place that is for sure. You made our life and especially at the dark devastating time at the death of our daughter. Your family’s presence there help lift our hearts and when you spoke about Christina at a vigil when I couldn’t. I remember I could literally barely breathe then is something I will always treasure and remember.
My deepest condolences to you, Mike and your family. Sorry for your loss.
My condolences to Bernardo’s family. I met Bernardo at Midtown in the latter part of the 70’s. I always thought of him as a character. He was always laughing or joking about something. I was a classmate of his brother (Jim). So Bernardo was a year older than we were, and I remember him muscling his way on the football field. We were crazy enough to play tackle football without pads or helmets. Ha! Ha! Great memories. He clearly grew to be a great man and a wonderful husband and father. What a blessing to us all.
Rip Mr Palos praying for your family you will be missed
Susan, Dave & I have been praying for both you and Bernardo. I’ll be sending you a longer personal note soon, but just wanted to let you know how blessed we are to know both of you. Words can’t really describe your friendship and hospitality over the years. Your love for family and the Church is beautiful and contagious. Eternal rest grant unto Bernie, may the perpetual light shine upon him. Love, Dave & Jennifer Prince
He was my teacher to become an alter boy. Such a great dude and his kids are great!
Dear Susan,
Sorry for your loss , Berine was a wonderful man his life totally devoted to God. He always encourage me to go Opus Dei recollect , he gave ride to recollect. He love his family and friends. I always see him with smiling face and a positive attitude . I really miss my fried. We are praying for Berine’s departed soul.
My deepest condolences to Suan his beloved wife, kids and friend.
Revelation 21:4
He will wipe away every tear from their eyes, and death shall be no more, neither shall there be mourning, nor crying, nor pain anymore, for the former things have passed away.
Dear Susan and family,
We were so sorry to hear this. Bernie was such a wonderful man and example, always smiling, positive and kind. The love between the two of you and between him and his children was so evident whenever we were around you and the family. He was a treasure we were glad to know. Some people make a deep impression on you in life. Bernie was one of them. God had a job for Bernie to do in his life and he did it with gusto. Sincerely, Charmaine and Jim Fair.
Always pleasant. Deo Gratias, Bernie.
The Arbor Day Foundation will be planting 10 trees in our forests and communities in memory of Bernie.
Dear Susan and family,
I’m very sorry for your loss. My family and I are are remembering you all in our prayers. What a beautiful legacy Bernie left. ❤️
Dearest Palos Family,
Wrapping you all in prayer during this difficult time. Bernie made such a wonderful impression on my childhood. May he rest in peace.
– Robert and Maggie (Whitten) Sukovaty and sons
Bernie Palos was a model of faith in the Lord as the end of his life drew near. He was always so supremely peaceful and confident that the Lord would care for him, even as the cancer spread throughout his body. When, more than a year before his death (on Dec. 19, 2023), I asked him how he was doing, Bernie pulled out his pack and showed me a new batch of pills he was taking. “We’ll see if these do any good!” he told me cheerfully. Bernie and I were brothers in the Lord, fellow members of Opus Dei. He always had such a cheerful smile, a joy in living, to the end.
The last time I saw him, about a month before his death, Bernie made clear that he was ready to meet his Maker: “Well done, good and faithful servant, enter now into your eternal reward.”
Dear Susan,
We have seen you and your husband for years at St. John Vianney. We never have talked much, only a hello and short conversations here and there at St. John Vianney events. Both you and your husband have been among the people that we see who give confidence and support to others around them who are trying to live good, holy lives. You give inspiration through your prayerfulness and presence before Our Lord. Thank you for that – it would not be easy without the reminders from people like you and your husband. I did not hear until today that Bernardo had passed away. I’m so sorry! God bless him and you! Thank you for being part of our journey on earth!