Monday, August 10, 2020

NAOMI POLITO

Naomi Polito, 92, of Medford, passed away on Friday, August 7, 2020 at her residence under the loving care of family and Hope Hospice.

Naomi was born on February 13, 1928 in Chicago, IL to John and Caroline (Bessemer) Walter. She received her education in Palatine, IL. She married Howard Listhartke, they were later divorced. She then married Philip Polito and he preceded her in death.

She enjoyed, decorating her home, baking, cooking, candy making, jelly canning, sewing, knitting, crocheting, and crafting in her free time. She had full time jobs starting at Nielson Bakery, Briggs, Ball Glass, Little City, Handy Capable, and Kmart. She especially enjoyed her family, family gatherings, and friends and loved the Lord Jesus dearly.

Naomi is survived by her children, Suzanne (Peter) Devoty, Karen Gadbury, and James (Robin) Listhartke; 6 grandchildren, 13 great-grandchildren, and 9 great-great-grandchildren. She is further survived by her sisters, Miriam Hotovy and Barbara Meyer.

In addition to her husband and parents, Naomi is preceded in death by her son, Michael Listhartke; granddaughter, Amie Hoffman; siblings, Ezra (Helen) Walter, John (Alice) Walter, Hannah (Richard) Helland, and Esther (James) Hodges.

Cremation rites have been accorded and a memorial will be held at a later date.

Hemer Funeral Service of Medford and Rib Lake is serving the family. For online condolences, please visit hemerfuneralservice.com.