Philip T. Palermo, 87 years, vet WWII and Purple Heart recipient, late of the Islands, beloved husband of the late Grace, nee Leto; dear father of Bridget (John) Rhodes and Joseph “Tubby”; fond brother of Joe (Angie), the late Bernard Norito, Vitina Martino, Jimmy and Tony; loving grandfather of Daniel and Cherise; and great-grandfather of Andrew, Rebecca and Briana. Retired cab owner. Resting at Marik Funeral Home, 6507 Cermak Rd., Berwyn, Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. Funeral Saturday, 9a.m., to St. Frances of Rome Church. Interment Mt. Carmel. 708-484-6310 or 708-544-0100
