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Elena Cherry Obituary

Cherry, Elena Curti wife of Kurt, mother of Chiara, daughter of Celso and Raffaella Curti, sister of Fulvio Curti. Visitation 2 p.m., Saturday, August 2, 2003, followed by Funeral Mass at 3 p.m., at Holy Innocents Church, 743 N. Armour, Chicago. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to the Chiara Sofia Cherry Trust, attn: Sandy Whetstone, The Northern Trust Co., 50 S. LaSalle St., Chicago, IL, 60675. Blake-Lamb Funeral Home Directors. Funeral info: 312-944-5594

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Aug. 1 to Aug. 2, 2003.

Memories and Condolences
for Elena Cherry

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Thomas & Virginia Anderson

August 8, 2003

Dear Kurt,

I have spoken to Ruth several times and she has kept us abreast of Chiara's condition. We are happy to hear that she has been moved from intensive care. I know you are looking forward to Lella and Celso's visit. I'm sure it will help all of you to be together for a while. Are prayers continue to be with you and Chiara.

D EMcBride

August 4, 2003

Kurt, I am so sorry for your lost. My fervent prayers go out for you and your daughter. May she have a full recovery and you both increase daily with all you require.



Former classmate from the "Loo"

Mack Pendleton

August 4, 2003

Kurt,

We often wonder why things happen the way they do. Sometimes there is no explanation. We just have to pray and to keep going. Be strong my brother for your daughter and her future.



Mack

Tougaloo 79

Paulette Moore

August 2, 2003

Mr. Cherry & the Curti-Cherry family,



Words cannot change anything, but perhaps everyone's prayers and wishes will comfort you somehow. I met Elena when she visited her cousin in Florida. She was a friendly and sweet soul; I'm so sorry for your loss.

Marilouise Scott

August 1, 2003

I was and am very deeply saddened that Elena was taken away this soon. I worked with her at Gardner Carton & Douglas and really loved her personality. My sincere condolences to the family and friends of Elena. Marilouise Scott

Darlene (Sjoquist) Petersen

August 1, 2003

Elena's Family

(Lella)

"Though it's hard to see the reason. Why things happen as they do, May it be comforting to know warm thoughts go out to you".



There is so little one can say to bring peace to your heavy heart today. But I hope you know that I send my warmest thoughts and prayers out to you and your family in the loss of your beautiful daughter. I can't imagine the pain you feel. I know that God is with you in your time of need (He is always there!)



"It is not easy to let her go. We will miss her lovely smile - but then we know, We'll be joining her in a little while".



Your "62 classmate at THHS.

Peggy Peace

August 1, 2003

Kurt and Family

I will be praying for you. Look to God for your strength and endurance.



Peggy Peace (your former Executive Assistant at Bank One)

Joseph Basilone

August 1, 2003

Elena

From those who really knew you, to those who only knew of you, All of our hearts and prayers are with you, your daughter, and your husband.

The neighbors of Superior St.

Hanna Link

August 1, 2003

Elena,



I know that many people are thinking of you right now and will keep you in their hearts forever. I miss you bella.



I pray for you and your little girl,



Hanna.

Rean Beckham

August 1, 2003

Mr. Cherry & the Curti-Cherry family,

I worked with Elena at Gardner, Carton & Douglas and she was such a fun/friendly/co-worker. I remember her being pregnant and how excited she was. Also, my prayers are for a full recovery for her precious baby.

She will be trully missed.

My heartfelt condolences.

Lilia Martinez

August 1, 2003

Elena I will always treasure the time we spent together and keep those moments close to my heart. I miss our talks about our "telenovela" and I especially miss you. I love you mujer.



Tu amiga siempre,

Lily

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