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Philomena Russo

1940 - 2015

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1940

DIED

2015

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Philomena Russo Obituary

Russo, Philomena "Phyllis" Age 74. Passed away March 28, 2015 in Chicago. Born April 12, 1940. Beloved wife of the late Italo B. Russo Sr.; loving mother of Debra (Steven) Santi, Italo B. Russo Jr., and Jody (Dave) Curgino; cherished grandmother of Steven, Myles, Blake and Nicholas; dear sister of Rae Metallo, Josephine, Dominic and Mary Eorio. Friends and family are asked to meet Tuesday, April 7 at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 20953 W. Hoff Rd., Elwood, Illinois for Committal Services at 1:30 p.m. Please omit flowers. For funeral information please call 708-456-8300 or visit www.cumberlandchapels.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Apr. 5, 2015.

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Dominic

February 28, 2017

Dear Aunt Phyllis you'll be truly missed.
May we all be reunited again in heaven with all our earthly family.

My deepest sympathy to Debbie, Italo and Jodie and their families.

It was a shock when my sister Anna told me but know you'll never be forgotten and always loved.

your nephew Dominic

Anna

February 28, 2017

Aunt Phyllis sorry to know that you are no longer with us..I ound out last week that you passed..
To your children I send my deepest condolences.
I know that the pain will and grieving will last awhile..
Know that you're thought about at this time and know that I hope and pray she rests in peace in the arms of Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Your niece Anna

April 6, 2015

Mom, how miss you dearly. Even thou you were sick all those years... we always knew you loved us dearly. You were one loving soul! Well Mom this isn't Goodbye!!! I know Ill see you again up in Heaven!! Love you always ... We know God put in charge of the Angels, So, please watch over us! Your Daughter Jody, and your son Italo

Daughter, Debbie

April 6, 2015

Mom, there are no words for the memories we have! Through your illness and your problems, you did a GREAT job raising 3 children! You are now w/ Dad and your family and have seen the face of God! Though we miss you, your rewards have now been given to you! Be Happy and whole forever and know you will always be missed and LOVED!

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

April 5, 2015

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