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Frances Tornabene Obituary

Tornabene, Frances Rose age 86, of Melrose Park, IL, beloved wife of the late Dominick, loving mother of Antoinette (William) Rehbock, Francine (Gary) Gott, Donna (Alan) Grudecki, John (Catherine), Tina Marie (Mike) Baltes and the late beloved son Jackie, dear grandmother and great-grandmother of many. Prayers Thursday, April 27, 2006, at 9:15 a.m., from Cuneo-Columbian Funeral Home, 10300 W. Grand Ave. (one block East of Mannheim Rd.), Franklin Park, IL, to St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Bensenville, IL, for Mass at 10 a.m. Entombment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside, IL. Visitation Tuesday and Wednesday, 3 to 9 p.m. 847-455-1200.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Apr. 24 to Apr. 25, 2006.

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Michael Grudecki

January 26, 2007

Grandma-

Thank you for leaving me with all the fond memories and a piece of your heart. It means more to me than all money in the world and will never be able to have a price put on it!

I will forever cherish the time we spent together. The jokes we told, the secrets we kept, and the unconditional love we shared for each other. Being by your side the last days of your life laughing, crying, and holding your hand means more to me than any worldly belonging ever could.

Knowing that during your weakest moments you chose me to write your Eulogy is an honor and I can only hope that my Eulogy touched your heart the way you touched ours. You are a very special person and I believe God broke the mold after he made you as you are truly one of a kind.

Until we meet again, God Bless!

kristie o'Connor

September 20, 2006

Dear Grandma,

I miss you more today than yesterday. You continue to inspire me every day. Remember: "They will never be able to take away the love I have for you in my heart".

I hope you are enjoying the baseball the kids sent with you to your final resting place. They wanted you to play catch with Uncle Jackie. Don't worry about the Cubs hat that was removed, the O'Connor family are Sox fans anyway!!! Love, Kristie

Nancy Iovinelli

June 19, 2006

To the entire Tornabene Family

We just found out about your mother--Pat and Madeline went to the cemetery and saw your mothers

name. We are so very sorry for your loss. Our prayers are with

all of you.



Madeline, Pat and Nancy Iovinelli

Susan & Ed Pedersen

May 10, 2006

All of us at Pedersen Insurance were truly saddened to hear of the passing of Mrs. T. She was really an enjoyable person & we feel fortunate to have had such a wonderful long term business relationship with her. To have had a mother like Mrs. T. is just an incredible blessing. We're sure all the terrific Tornabene children, grandchildren and great grandchildren will carry on her legacy. Her light shines on through all of you!

Fran Tornabene

April 25, 2006

Donna, Toni,and all the Family,

Please know my thoughts are with you all. Growing up with you Donna, and spending time with your family was always memmorable. Your Mom was a special person.

Craig & Avis Stewart

April 25, 2006

Toni & Bill,

Very sorry to hear the news of your mother. Our thoughts and prayers are with you.

Carla & John Woolley

April 24, 2006

Fran & Gary - Thoughts and prayers are with you both and all your family during this very sad time. Your mom shall be dearly missed by all her family and many friends!

GAYLE & JERRY WOLTMAN

April 24, 2006

OUR THOUGHTS & PRAYERS ARE WITH ALL OF YOU. WE WILL ALL MISS YOUR MOM'S SMILE, HER SUFFERING IS OVER & SHE WILL NOW REST IN PEACE.

SUE VALENTI & FAMILY

April 24, 2006

You are in our thoughts and prayers.

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