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John Mortell Obituary
Mortell, John L. of Addison, Veteran of WWII, Railroad Operating Battalion 744, beloved husband of the late Alice (nee McKeown), devoted father of Christine (Dave) Adams, John W. (Elaine), Mary (Henry) Matesi, Martin (Jennie), and Daniel Mortell, dear grandfather of Lisa (Jason) Warren, Laura Maronic, Rhiannon (Nate) Rose, Katie Guzzo, Christopher and Dana Matesi, Kelcie and Danielle Mortell, great grandfather of Lilie Rose, dear brother of William and the late Frank Mortell, beloved friend of Zoe and Heidi. Funeral Wednesday, 9 a.m., from Salerno's Rosedale Chapels, 450 W. Lake St., Roselle, 60172 (3/4 mile west of Bloomingdale/Roselle Rd.), to St. Isidore Church. Mass 10 a.m. Entombment Queen of Heaven Mausoleum. Visitation Tuesday, 3 to 9 p.m. Former employee of Chicago Board of Education for 45 years. Member of Operating Engineers Local 143. For info: 630-889-1700 
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jim barrett
July 7, 2005
Bill Sorry to hear about your brother. My condolences. Please give me a call when you have time 847 697-0155.
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carrie mortimer
July 4, 2005
Dear Mary and Family:
I am so sorry for your loss. I hope that the grace of God and your many fond memories will comfort you in this time. God Bless you all.
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