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Dorothy Dastice Obituary

Dastice, Dorothy age 76, (nee Schuller), beloved wife of the late Michael, devoted mother of Michael (Gail), Linda (the late Joseph) Santo, Connie (Daniel) Christensen and William (Clarice), loving daughter of the late Martin and the late Rosina (nee Schoffend) Schuller, adored grandmother of Michael, Marissa, and Anthony, Vito and Dominic, Richard, Nicholas, and Joey Santo, dear sister of the late Rose Schuller and the late Hilda (the late Joseph) Fischer, dear aunt and great aunt of many. Funeral Thursday, June 1, 2006, 8:30 a.m., from Salerno's Galewood Chapels, Joseph A. Russo, Funeral Director, 1857 N. Harlem Ave., to St. Leonard Church, 3318 S. Clarence, Berwyn, IL. Mass 9:30 a,m. Entombment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Main Mausoleum. Visitation Wednesday, May 31st, 3 to 9 p.m. For info: 773-889-1700. Please omit flowers. In lieu of flowers, donations to the American Lung Association, would be appreciated.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from May 30 to May 31, 2006.

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James Sherlock

June 1, 2006

I wanted to let you know how sorry I am to hear about your loss. I hope your family finds comfort and strength in each other during this difficult time.

Russ and Julie Vestuto

May 31, 2006

Bill and Clarice, We are so sorry for your loss. Your family is in our prayers and may God bless you and your boys.

Dale Ohman

May 31, 2006

Bill and Clarice,

I am so sorry for your loss,you and your Family are in our thoughts and prayers.May God Bless you.

The Riccio Family

May 31, 2006

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

Mary Kay Buffo

May 31, 2006

Please accept my deepest sympathy on the loss of your mom. She was a great lady who always had a smile on her face. You always felt welcomed in her home. You are all in my thoughts and prayers, Love,

Fran and Jim Malizzio

May 30, 2006

Connie,I just heard .Im so sorry.I can only say Mama is in a better place. Her sufferring is over.God be with you and all your family.

John , Michelle & Nicole Rovito

May 30, 2006

We were so sorry to hear of your loss. Please let us know if there is anything we can do to help at this time.

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