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Hermaine Erpito Obituary

Erpito, Hermaine (nee Smith), age 72, passed away on May 31, 2009. A 50 year resident of Hoffman Estates, recently retired to Ormond Beach, FL. Beloved wife of the late Carlo, loving mother of the late Patricia, Steven (Verna), the late Jerry (Nena) and Gina Hotwagner (Ed), proud grandmother of Stephanie, Jennifer, Joe, Danielle, Dominique, Demi, Vincent, Dina, Ed and Jim. Private service only. The family requests contributions be made to: Florida Hospital Hospice Care, 770 W. Granada Blvd., Suite 304, Ormond Beach, FL 32174.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jun. 7 to Jun. 8, 2009.

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Rhonda Edmonds

June 10, 2009

Dear Gina, Steven and Families,

I was deeply saddened to hear of your mom's passing. I hadn't seen her in about nine years, but I remember her vividly from the time I was a little girl. I always thought there was a certain affinity between us because Patty and I would have been the same age, and your mom often spoke of her to me.

When I saw her several years ago, after a huge hug, the first thing she did was whip out a photo book to show me all of her grandchildren. She was so proud of all of you, and I loved listening to her.

Hermaine was a unique and special woman. I adored her while I was growing up and visiting with the Erpito family,(and I was just a little afraid of her too). I loved and admired her as an adult.

My condolences to you all,

Rhonda Fischman Edmonds

Betsy Guimon

June 8, 2009

Our families go way back with Hermaine.
Hermaine had the true zest for life and fun. She was the "spark" at the Gardens and all of the people in Ormond Beach will miss her.
Lucky for myself and my husband, we were able to spend quality time with Hermaine, Gina and her dear loving friends, Barb and Debbie during her last 5 months. The mold is broken, and there will be no replacement for her.
We love you gal!!
Ron and Betsy Guimon, Fox Lake Illinois and Ormond Beach Florida

Sam Puzzo (Jr.)

June 8, 2009

I will always remember Hermaine as a warm, friendly and honest person. The greatest trajedy and sorrow is experienced by those left behind. Hermaine is now with those who went ahead of her to prepare a place of warmth and love. My condolences to all of her family.

Arlene & Irwin Fischman

June 7, 2009

We will always have fond memories of over 50 years of friendship with Hermaine.

Now she is together with Chic, Patty and Jerry. May they rest in peace.

Our condolences to all of her loved ones.

Arlene and Irwin

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