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Martin Roppolo Obituary

Roppolo, Martin S. "Marty" Devoted husband and Best Friend of Mary Kay "Katie" (nee Etten); Loving father of Steve, Larry, Tony, Mike, Rick, Diane, Dan CFD (Rene), and Bill (Heather); Proud grandpa of 18, and great-grandpa of 8; Dear brother of Rita (Wally) Zadylak, and the late Maria (late Fred) Richards; Brother-in-law of Laurie Ichniowski; Former husband of the late Nancy, nee Potter; Fond uncle, cousin, and friend to many. Loyal member of Teamsters Local 705, and The Chicago Truck Driver's Union; Former baseball coach for Curie and Marist High School. Visitation Friday 2 to 9 p.m. Funeral Saturday, 9:00 a.m. from Curley Funeral Home, 6116 W. 111th Street, Chicago Ridge to Marist High School, 4200 W. 115th Street, Chicago, IL. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. For funeral info 708-422-2700.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Feb. 28, 2013.

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Kathy and Nick Quartana

March 1, 2013

Mary Kay, Nick and I just found out about Marty. We are so sorry for your loss. What fond memories we have of Marty and his cooking. We will miss him. You are in our thought and prayers. Kathy

Tim Pyznarski

March 1, 2013

A great friend, husband, father, grandfather and coach. We will miss you Marty. May God Bless You!

Al Cacciottolo

February 28, 2013

May you Rest in Paece my good friend, im going to miss those cocktails,cigars and baseball stories we use to share. You will be missed!!!

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