Karen J. Valentino, age 64 of Chicago Heights, IL passed away October 19, 2010. Beloved Wife of Jerry F. Valentino. Loving mother of Frank L. (Michelle) Valentino and Jerry (Elizabeth) Valentino. Cherished grandmother of Abigail. Dear sister of Jessica (Mike) Stowers and Larry (Bobie) Panici. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday October 21st from 2:00 " 8:00 p.m. at the Smits Funeral Homes - Steger Memorial Chapel (3045 Chicago Rd. Steger, IL.) Funeral Service Friday 11:30 a.m. at Steger Memorial Chapel. Interment private. Information 708-755-6100 or www.smitsfh.com