Donald J. Ariano Obituary

Name: Visitation
Start: 2025-12-28T18:00:00
End: 2025-12-28T22:00:00
Location: Kelley & Spalding Funeral Home

In loving memory of Donald J. Ariano in Lincolnshire, Illinois, who departed this world on December 8, 2025 at the age of 90. Donald leaves behind a legacy remembered by family and friends. Leave a sympathy message to the family on the memorial page of Donald J. Ariano to pay them a last tribute.

He was predeceased by: his parents, Joseph Ariano and Lena Ariano; his wife Claudia Ariano; and his sister Marion Dixon. He is survived by: his children, Ross Armetta (Urrara), David (Julie Ann), Julie and Daniel (Juliet); and his grandchildren, Joseph, CJ, Cher, Vincent and Dominic. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Sunday, December 28th 2025 from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at the Kelley & Spalding Funeral Home (1787 Deerfield Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035).

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Midwest Veterans Closet (https://www.midwestveteranscloset.org) in Don's honor. Keep Donald's legacy alive by donating to a charity in need.

Funeral arrangement under the care of
Kelley & Spalding Funeral Home

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12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Kelley & Spalding Funeral Home
1787 Deerfield Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035

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December 12, 2025

Ron Grabski wrote a sympathy message

“David and all, Don was such a good friend even though we had not be in touch for a few years. Golf with the Plumbing Council at Rolling Green, and my Kiolbasa Invitational up in Lake Geneva at my condo were the best of times. Ron Grabski Gerber Plumbing”