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Carmela Sarelli Obituary

Sarelli, Carmela "Dolly" (nee Butera), 80, beloved wife of the late Joseph A., loving mother of Marsha (Mike) Shilney, cherished grandma of Kristen (Bo) Castillo and Mike (Andrea) Shilney, GG of Alyssa, Mia, Nathan and Melanie; special aunt of Francis (Precious) Butera, cherished friend of Ewa Stobiecki, dear sister of Mary (the late Tom) Conroy and the late Anthony (the late Emily and the late Frances), the late Carmen (the late Eva), the late Joseph (the late Joan), the late Alphonse (the late Jean), the late Sam (the late Felisha), and the late Vincent (the late Rose) Butera, devoted daughter of the late Francesco and Rosa Butera, daughter-in-law of the late Joseph and Antoinette Sarelli, sister-in-law of Ermalene (the late Jean) Smith, the late Frank (the late Rosemary) Sarelli. Visitation Tuesday 3:00 - 9:00 p.m. Funeral Wednesday 9:15 a.m. from BLAKE- LAMB FUNERAL HOME, 4727 W. 103rd St., Oak Lawn to St. Fabian Church. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment St. Mary Cemetery. For info 708-636-1193 or visit www.blakelamboaklawn.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on May 10, 2010.

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May 28, 2010

Dear Marsha and family,
We were so saddened to hear about the loss of your mother. You and your wonderful family are in our thoughts and prayers.
Nicole and Henry Brownell

Kim Hall

May 11, 2010

Marcia - I was so sorry and shocked to hear about your mom! The last we talked, you were bringing her home. I can't describe the pain I feel for you. I know your mom loved you so much! Please know that you are and will be in my heart and prayers. I love you!

Take care,

Kim

Dee Smith

May 11, 2010

Marsha, So sorry to hear about your mom. Please let all the good memories you have get you through this difficult time. As always, you are in my thoughts and prayers.

May 11, 2010

Marsha, I am thinking of you in this sad time. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

Love
Alyse Cerone

June (Sarelli) White

May 10, 2010

Marsha,
You were your mother's pride and joy, and always made her proud. I'm sure she's happy now -- being with your dad and all the other Sarelli's.
Love, June

May 10, 2010

Dear Marsha,
We were so sad to hear about your mom. We are thinking of you.
Love, Buffy (White) and Harry Blacklock

Gemma D'Anca

May 10, 2010

Dear Marsha & family, I'm so sorry for your loss. Let me know if I can help you in anyway. You are in my prayers!

Gemma

Pam Giroux

May 10, 2010

My thoughts and prayers are with you in your time of grief. May your memories bring you comfort.

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