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Michael Laterza Obituary

Laterza, Michael F. Veteran WWII, retired owner of Michael F. Laterza Insurance, dearly beloved husband of the late Annette (nee Santore), loving father of Anthony (Donna), Darlene (Alan) Acierno, beloved son of the late Anthony and Genevieve Laterza, cherished grandfather of Dr. Michael DDS and Dr. A.J. DDS Acierno, Angela and Annie Laterza, dear brother of Frances (Nick) Valentino, Elaine (Dom) Castanoli and the late Pearl Kahler, dear brother-in-law, uncle and friend of many. Funeral Saturday, 10 a.m., from Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge, to St. Eugene Church. Mass 11 a.m. Entombment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Christ the King Mausoleum. Please omit flowers. Visitation Thursday and Friday, 3 to 9 p.m. 708-456-8300 or www.cumberlandchapels.com Visit Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Aug. 15 to Aug. 16, 2002.

Memories and Condolences
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Tina Edging(Laterza)

August 20, 2002

Sorry to hear of Uncle Mike's death. You're in my prayers.



My Uncle Tom (Carm's brother-in-law)saw the notice and emailed me finding some of the words strange for the simple fact that a Donna Laterza was mentioned and that there was an Alan mentioned. Uncle Tom was making connections with Carmen's wife who is Donna and my mom, Uncle Tom's sister and I married a gentleman by the name of Alan. Uncle Tom had no idea that this notice was actually connected to me through my dad's side of the family.



Again, you're in our prayers!

Donna, Teresa, Tina & Maria

Sandy White

August 15, 2002

I am very sorry for your loss. Please call if you need anything.

Ross Wenzloff

August 15, 2002

Your family is in my prayers, Tony.

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

August 15, 2002

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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