Bessie Petruleas, 87, (nee Leia); Born in Exohori, Kardamili, Greece: Beloved wife of the late George H.; Devoted mother of Evelyn (Peter) Maratos and Connie (Robert) Bauer; Cherished grandmother of George, Vivian, and Max; Dearest sister of the late Epaminodas (Angeliki) Leia residing in Greece; Dear sister-in-law of the late Dionisios (Rebecca), the late Peter (Alexandra), and the late Rebecca (the late James) Verraros; Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation, Tuesday, August 16, 2022, from 4:00pm to 8:00pm at Cooney Funeral Home 625 Busse Highway, Park Ridge, IL., Family and friends are requested to meet Wednesday morning 9:30 am at St. John the Baptist Greek Orthodox Church 2350 W. Dempster St., Des Plaines, IL. 60616, for 10:00am Funeral service. Interment will follow at Elmwood Cemetery. In Lieu of flowers donations in her memory to St. John Greek Orthodox Church, appreciated. Info 847-685-1002