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Joseph Fontechia Obituary
Fontechia, Joseph G. Together in marriage for 68 years, with Mary nee Abbinanti Fontechia, entered Eternal Life within 6 days of each other. Loving parents of Joseph A. (Jody) and Dennis F. (Lorri) Fontechia. Beloved grandparents of the late Gina Lauchner, Lisa (Rick) Holmes, Daniel J. (Julie) Fontechia and David Fontechia. Dear great grandparents of Beckett Holmes and Brian Fontechia. Joseph was the beloved brother of Mary (Louie) Gagliano. Mary was the beloved sister of the late Peter (Ida) Abbinanti. Aunt and uncle of numerous nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday 9:00 AM until Services 10:30 AM at Friedrichs Funeral Home, 320 W. Central Rd., at Northwest Hwy., Mt. Prospect. Entombment All Saints Mausoleum, 700 N. River Rd., Des Plaines. Funeral info 847-255-7800 or www.friedrichsfh.com 
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Diane Piganelli
August 16, 2010
Dearest Joe, having recently lost my own father at age 85, I understand the sadness of losing your parents, but also the recognition of their long and loving lives shared with their families. Best wishes to you and Jody. Our thoughts and prayers are with you. Diane Piganelli
Nancy Diamond
August 16, 2010
I have such fond memories of Uncle Joe and Aunt Mary . Especially the singing at Christmastime! They are missed
Nancy Diamond
August 16, 2010
I have such fond memories of Uncle Joe and Aunt Mary . Especially the singing at Christmastime! They are missed
August 13, 2010
Dear Joe and Dennis Our deepest sympathy on your loss Angleo (Sonny) Moncada & Family Chandler Az.
August 13, 2010
Dear Joe, Sorry for your loss, Lisa and I would like to thank you for allowing us to visit your home in Mexico. Hope to see you again.
Love Jeff and Lisa Keller
Tom & Jacque Keller
August 13, 2010
Dear Joe,
Please know you and your family are in our hearts this week; we send our deepest and sincere condolences...
Jessica Diamond
August 12, 2010
We are very sorry for your loss.
Jessica and Lizabeth Diamond
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