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Josephine Rotunno Obituary

Rotunno, Josephine L. of Westchester, beloved wife of the late John, loving mother of John C. (Lois), Richard J. (late Charlene), Gloria A. Ferguson and the late Ernest E., dear grandmother of John W. (Melissa), Robert R. (Debra), Richard E. (Susan), Ronald L. (Sharon), Lynn A., Susan E., Kenneth R. Rotunno and Lisa M. Ferguson, proud great-grandmother of 16 and great-great-grandmother of two, fond sister of Lena (late Harry) Criswell and the late Rose (late Louis) Masciantonio, Ann (late Victor) Vitori, Julia (late Michael) Mendicino, Susan (late Nick) Mendicino, Samuel (Marge) DiMaio and Emily (late James) Abraham. She was born and grew to young adulthood in an area near Pittsburgh, PA. In 1928, she and her husband, John moved to Chicago, where they raised their family. Funeral Saturday, 9 a.m, from Hursen Funeral Home, S.W. corner of Roosevelt & Mannheim Rds., Hillside/Westchester, to Divine Providence Church. Mass 10 a.m. Entombment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. Visitation Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. Memorials to Alzheimer's Association or St. Thomas Hospice. Funeral info toll free: 1-800-562-0082 or www.hursen.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Aug. 31, 2006.

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Barbara Jackson

September 7, 2006

Dear Gloria, and Lisa,

As Gloria's friend in high school, I spent many days after school at Jay's house. I remember eating the most delicious pizza in the world there. I also remember many happy times at the Italian feast in Melrose Park with the Rotunnos. Jay always made me feel like I was part of the family. I still have many beautiful Christmas ornaments that Jay crocheted for me. I will always think about her when I display them during the holidays.

Joan Lazzari (Mendicino)

September 1, 2006

John, Rich and Gloria,

I will always remember how excited I was as a young girl in PA anticipating a visit from "my" Aunt Jay and her family.

Aunt Jay - what a smile she had along with a great sense of humor. She showed such kindness to all of us.

I will always cherish these memories. Rich and I hope your memories will help comfort you.



Love,

Rich and Joan Lazzari

James Murphy

August 31, 2006

John, Rich & Gloria,

I will always remember your mother walking Gloria to Precious Blood school in the late 50's, while her sons were fixing the PB bus. My prayers will remember her and her offspring.

James Murphy

Jean Mathena

August 31, 2006

So many memories from the Christmas Dinners - some of the best food in the world and she and John always made us feel like family. My love to Gloria, Rich, John and their families.

Thomas Ferguson

August 31, 2006

To Jay and Family and Friends: Jay you were a great friend to me. You shared your love of God and life with Gloria and our daughter, Lisa. You were a true desciple of God to our family and I will always remember you and your loving family with the deepest friendship and respect.



Love,



Tom

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