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Josephine Gatto Obituary

Gatto, Josephine L. (nee Mennito) Age 89. Beloved wife of Thomas M. Gatto; loving mother of James (Betty), Judy (Gino) Catalano, and Michael (Nancy); dear grandmother of Christine, Jamei, Gino, Nina, Nikki, Gianna, and Michael; caring great-grandmother of many; dearest sister of Theresa Casio, Virginia DiSanti, Carmella Mitchell, Anne Mordini and the late Mary, Nick, Catherine, Madlyn and Francis; fond aunt of many. Family and friends please gather at 9:00 a.m. Saturday, January 18, 2014 at Holy Rosary Church, 612 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60612 where Mass will be celebrated in Josephine's memory at 9:30 a.m. In lieu of flowers, please make contributions in Josephine's name to Holy Rosary Church. Arrangements entrusted to Jack LaRocco Funeral Director. For further information please call 312-504-2825.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 15, 2014.

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Julie D'Amico

January 20, 2014

My sincerest condolences to the Gatto family. I was Josie's home health nurse a while back. Tommy and Josie always made me smile and I enjoyed our visits immensely. Even after I stopped seeing Josie, I thought of her often. She was a very special, sweet lady and will not be forgotten.

S.P.

January 18, 2014

Sincere condolences to the family. May you find hope and strength in God to help you cope with your lost during your time of distress. (Ps 146:5,9)

January 16, 2014

You were always a fantastic mom, Godmother and a true friend always to everyone and true with special words. I love you and will miss you always.

Arlene

tamara rak

January 15, 2014

oh josphine I did nt think this would happen to you...you were my fighter I loved you very much..you brought a lot love in laughter in to my life..i will always think you often and I will always love ya until we meet again your girl tammi

T Hines

January 15, 2014

At this difficult time allow memories of your loved one to warm your heart Isiah 25:8

January 15, 2014

Dear Ma - I Love and Miss you so very much -

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