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Maria Tocci Obituary

Tocci, Maria (nee Gnisci), age 66, beloved wife of Joseph for 47 years, loving mother of Pete (Alicia) Tocci, Tony (April) Tocci, and Rose (Matt) Clary, cherished grandmother of Andrew, Nicholas, Elizabeth, Tiffany, Jonathan, Matthew, and Kaitlin, survived by four sisters and five brothers in Italy, fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, 1:00 to 9:00 p.m. Funeral service Friday, January 30, 2009, at 9:30 a.m. from Elmwood Chapel, 11300 W. 97th Lane (1/2 block west of U.S. 41/Wicker Ave. at 97th Street), St. John, to St. John the Evangelist Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Entombment Assumption Cemetery. 219-365-3474

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Jan. 28, 2009.

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Lisa Falduto

January 31, 2009

Mr. Tocci, Pete, Tony and Rosemary,
What can anyone say at a time like this? Words of comfort are hard to find. My family will always remember your mother fondly. I will never forget the times we spent at your house as young children and the fun we had running around, the food, etc. She was a woman who loved fiercely, even when Pete and Tony were getting on her nerves and she wanted to throw a shoe at them! And my most fond memory was right after Rosemary was born, we came to visit. Boy how happy she was to have a little girl! I will never forget the happy proud look on her face. May God's grace be with you during this difficult time. May the promise that one day we will all be with our loved ones carry you through this time. Much Love, Lisa Carnevale Falduto

Karen Ostrowski-Halik

January 29, 2009

Rose & family,
As the days and weeks pass, and as you return to life's routine, may you continue to feel comforted by the love and support of family and friends. So very sorry for your loss.

ella siwinski

January 29, 2009

i will remember her in my prayers.she was a wonderful and kind lady

Pete Rosa

January 29, 2009

Joe, may god bless you and your family in this time of sorrow.

Marian Sansone

January 29, 2009

To the Tocci family,

We are so sorry for your loss, our hearts and prayers are with you

Domenico & Marian

James Boston

January 28, 2009

You are in my thoughts and prayers.

Joyce Fabisiak

January 28, 2009

Rose, Matt and all of the family,
I was saddened to hear about your loss. Please know that your Mom will always be with you in your hearts and you will all be with us in our prayers. Remember all the wonderful times you have had and let them be a reminder of how precious your family is each day. Let us know if you need anything,
Joyce & Rich

Maria Newsome

January 28, 2009

Rose, My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family at this time. Love, Maria Newsome

julie trichak

January 28, 2009

Rose, I am so sorry to hear about your mom. i do know how it is to lose a mom. I will keep you in my prayers. i'm here to talk if you need me.

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