Elizabeth “Liz” Giacomelli (nee Skelly), 59, of Brookfield, formerly of Clonmellon Navan, Co. Meath, Ireland, died on Jan. 21, 2026. Born on Aug. 6, 1966, she defined by love, generosity and compassion. Born in County Meath, Ireland, her early life was shaped by strong family ties, tradition and a deep sense of home.
After completing her Learning Certificate, she attended Thompson College in 1985, a move that brought her to Dublin. She worked at Lombard Bank and later Ulster Bank. In 1993, she immigrated to the United States, embracing a new country while keeping Ireland close to her heart.
She worked at Kenny’s Tavern, where her warmth, humor and welcoming nature made her well known and deeply appreciated. She later worked at Fort Dearborn Life. It was during her time at Kenny’s that she met Bob, who would become her husband and lifelong partner.
She had a rare gift for making people truly feel seen and valued. She was a treasured friend whose friendships spanned countries and generations. Her kindness, sincerity and generous spirit left a lasting impression. She lived with grace and humility, putting others before herself. Her memory will live on.
Liz was the wife of Bob Giacomelli; dog mom of Lilly, Bill and the late Molly; sister of Gerard, Myriam, Brendan, Padraig and Karen; sister-in-law of David (Melissa) Giacomelli; and the aunt of Stephen, Peter, Louise, Lisa, Michael, Aaron, Robert, Meghann, Killian, Tyler GIacomelli, Ryan (Bree) Giacomelli, Tim (Kari) Giacomelli and Becky (Lalo) Solis. She was preceded in death by her parents, Peter and Kitty Skelly, and her brothers, Tony and Martin, and she will be missed by her extended family and friends in Ireland and the United States.
Memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, Jan. 31, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., memorial service 2 p.m. at Johnson-Nosek Funeral Home, 3847 Prairie Ave., Brookfield.
