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Sophie Fontanetta Obituary

Fontanetta, Sophie (nee Rumentzas), devoted wife of Joseph, beloved mother of Victor and Peter (Karen), loving grandmother of Nicole and Alexis, dear sister of Tony Rumentzas, George (Jan) Rumentzas and Joann (Mitch) Piekos, special aunt of Mitch and Michael (Lisa) and fond aunt of many other nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday, 10 a.m., from Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge, to St. Eugene Church. Service 11 a.m. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. Please omit flowers. Visitation Thursday, 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 Mar. 27 to Mar. 28, 2002.

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Mike and Sheryl Casey

March 30, 2002

Sophie was a great person. Mike and I have fond memories of working with her at FDIC. I always enjoyed listening to her stories of her preparations for St. Joseph's Day. She will be greatly missed.

Don Luptak

March 28, 2002

Joe, Vic, Peter & George



I am very sorry to hear of your loss. Sophie was a very, very nice lady. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

Norman Neece

March 28, 2002

I loved working with Sophie. She was a very fun lady and always spoke highly of her family. I'll miss her......

Sharon Armstrong

March 28, 2002

To the Family of Sophie Fontanetta;

Sophie will be dearly missed. She was a wonderful person to work with and always talking about her great family and friends. With the deepest sympathy to you all during this difficult time.

Kayce Gannon

March 28, 2002

Pete and Vic,

I am so sorry to hear about your mom. She was a great lady. Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.

LYNN GUALANO

March 27, 2002

Dear Pete & Vic

I am so sorry to hear the sad news of your mothers passing. I pray you and your families find the strength to see you thru this very difficult time.

Sheila Stanton

March 27, 2002

Dear Joe, Vic, Pete, Jan, and your families,

A wonderful person is now with God. We had many evenings of fun while bowling at Manor Bowl. Sincere sympathy to all of you from an old friend.

Darlene Soknich

March 27, 2002

Dear Joe, Peter, and Vic,



My heartfelt sympathy on losing Sophie. I know she is at peace and that she is praying for you. You are the ones who now need the strength and understanding to move on without her. My prayers are with you too.



Darlene (Tracy Rumentzas' Mom)

Lisa and Mike Piekos

March 27, 2002

Aunt Sophie was a big part of all our lives and she will truly be missed! But on a brighter note, we could not think of a better guardian angel to look after us. We loved you with all our hearts!

Ruth Blomquist

March 27, 2002

Dear Joe and family,



My sincere sympathy to all of you.

Sophie was a wonderful person and a joy to work with.

The Staff of Cumberland Chapels

March 27, 2002

Offering our deepest condolences during this difficult time.

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