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2015

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Lawrence Valentino Obituary

Valentino, Lawrence P. Age 56, a 24 year resident of Naperville, IL, passed away January 9, 2015 at Edward Hospital. He was born January 22, 1958 in Chicago, IL. Larry is survived by his beloved wife of 27 years, Karen Tuttle Valentino; his dear mother, Dorothy Valentino; his loving brother, Bob (Karen) Valentino; his dear mother-in-law, Fran Tuttle; his siblings-in-law, Linda Dickson, Stan (Rosie) Tuttle, Kirk (Kristie) Tuttle, Brian (Maggie) Tuttle; his cherished nieces and nephews, Tony, Megan, Kathie, Kerri, Kelli, Kristin, Marcus II, Betsy, Laura, Sarah; and his great-nieces and nephews, Jake, Isabella, CoCo, Olivia, Cristina, Jesse, Henry, Colby, Carter, Lincoln, Lance, Abby, Liam, Owen, Caleb, Aaron. He was preceded by his father, Robert E. Valentino; and his father-in-law, Marcus L. Tuttle. He was a lifelong, diehard, Chicago Blackhawks, Bears and Bulls fan. For those who would like to leave a lasting tribute to Larry's life, memorials to Loaves & Fishes Community Pantry, Bryan and Amanda Bickell Foundation or a charity of one's choice would be greatly appreciated. Visitation will be Monday, January 12, 3:30 until 9:00 p.m. at the Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 44 S. Mill St., Naperville. The Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated on Tuesday, January 13, 10:30 a.m. at St. Raphael Catholic Church, 1215 Modaff Rd., Naperville. Entombment will follow at SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery. For info, please call 630-355-0213 or visit www.friedrich-jones.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 11, 2015.

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Don DiVito

February 26, 2015

Bye Larry!
You will be missed!

Matt Szukala

January 15, 2015

So sorry for the loss. Prayers are with you and the family

Gloria Dunham

January 13, 2015

Karen - I am so sorry for your loss. My prayers are with you and your family.

January 12, 2015

Dear Karen,

I am so sorry. I wish you and your family all possible comfort and consolation at this time.

Dave Wilkinson

January 12, 2015

Karen, I am so sorry for your loss. Sincere condolences and prayers to you and your family during this very difficult time.
Geri Dorsen

Melanie Novak

January 12, 2015

Karen, I am so sorry for your loss. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

January 12, 2015

Dear Karen, we're so sorry for your loss. Larry was a good man.
Nancy Tuttle Rennhack

John & Barbara Fox

January 12, 2015

Our thoughts and prayers are with you!

John & Barbara Fox

January 12, 2015

Karen,
We are so sorry and are praying for you and your family! Love you,

January 12, 2015

Dear Karen,
John and I are deeply sorry for your loss. God bless you and your families during this difficult time. Karen & John Nolan

Eddie & June Pyrek

January 11, 2015

Karen:
Please accept our most sincere condolences.
We are thinking of you and your family during this most difficult time.

Pat Henaghan

January 11, 2015

A donation has been made to the West Suburban Humane Society in Downers Grove in Larry's name.

Pat Henaghan

January 11, 2015

Dear Karen,
My sincere condolences. Larry, yourself and your family are in my pryers.

Mattie Rucker

January 11, 2015

Karen,
I am so sorry for your loss. Larry was a good, kind man who was likeable immediately and truly unforgettable. Most all of all I knew he loved you. As do we. My heartfelt prayers to sustain you are constant. Sincerely with love.

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12

Visitation

3:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Friedrich-Jones Funeral Home

44 South Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60540

Jan

13

Mass of Christian Burial

10:30 a.m.

St. Raphael Catholic Church

1215 Modaff Rd., Naperville, IL

Jan

13

Entombment

SS. Peter & Paul Cemetery

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44 South Mill Street, Naperville, IL 60540

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