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Ruth Tortorello Obituary

Tortorello, Ruth V. beloved daughter of the late Vincenza and Joseph Tortorello, dear sister of the late Antonia Parilli, Carmen, Adeline Schifo, Charles, Anthony "Shebo", Lucille Janciewicz and Jospeh "Biff" (Mary) Tortorello, loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Family and friends will meet Saturday, September 29, 2001, at Immaculate Conception Church, 134 Arthur St., Elmhurst, IL. Visitation 9 a.m., followed by a Funeral Mass at 9:30 a.m. Interment Mt. Carmel. Please omit flowers. Arrangements by: Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home, 773-436-1861. Sign Guest Book at www.suntimes.com

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times on Sep. 28, 2001.

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