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Shirley Grilli Obituary

Grilli, Shirley beloved wife of the late John D. Grilli, dear mother of Jay Grilli and Debbie (Joe) Reif, devoted grandmother of Kristen and Brian Reif. Graveside service Monday, 10:30 a.m., at Westlawn Cemetery (Sec. Westlake), 7801 W. Montrose, Norridge, IL. Shirley dedicated her life to her family. We will miss her advice, cooking, direction and guidance. In lieu of flowers, remembrances to the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Info: Lloyd Mandel Levayah Funerals 847-679-3939 or 1-888-LEVAYAH. www.levayah.com.

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Published by Chicago Sun-Times from Jun. 13 to Jun. 14, 2009.

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Robin Rosenberg

June 15, 2009

Jay,

My heartfelt condolences on the passing of your Mom. Your parents and mine were quite close when we were young children. We lived only one block away.

Robin Rosenberg

Chuck Hoffman

June 15, 2009

Jay and Debbie,

So sorry about your Mom. Although I have not seen her in a long time, I remember when we were children she was always so cheerful and caring, that is how I will always remember her.

Chuck Hoffman

Jackie Levine

June 15, 2009

Debbie, Jay, Joe, Kristin and Brian,

I am so sorry for your loss. Debbie -Remembering your mom from when we were kids to the reunion meetings at your house!! She will truly be missed. My thoughts and prayers go out to all of you.

Lauren Shanahan

June 14, 2009

Debbie, Jay and Joe,

So many memories of your mom-- from buttoning up my coat as a little kid to chats with her as we grew up and had families of our own. She was truly one of a kind.

Always --lolly

Stuart Wisel

June 14, 2009

Debbie and Jay,

Very sorry to hear about your mothers passing.

Stuart,Sally,Sameul,Eric and Joshua Wisel

Youngest son of Leon

Sharon Frazin

June 13, 2009

Dear Debbie, Jay and Joe'
I was deeply saddened to read about mom. I have only good memories of her. Please extend my condolenscences to the family.

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