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Rita Cannariato Obituary

Rita Cannariato, 90 ROCKFORD - Rita Cannariato, 90, died peacefully Friday, May 6, 2011. Born Feb. 14, 1921, in Milwaukee, the daughter of Michael and Frances Prioletta. Lifelong member of St. Anthony Church. Survived by daughter, Roseann; sons and daughters-in-law, Dr. Bernard (Susan) and Michael (Anne); cherished grandchildren, Sam, Bernie, Nick and Maggie; special niece, Frances Sola; numerous other nieces and nephews; and many friends, especially her lifelong comare, Rose Zammuto. Predeceased by her loving husband, Sam in 2006; mother, Frances; sister, Angelina; father, Michael; daughter, Rosemary; and other sisters and brothers-in-law Mary (Edward) Paris, Catherine (Louis) Provasi, Joanne (Augie) Sacco; brother, John Prioletta; and nephew, Gene Sola. Special thanks to her caregivers for their compassion and care during these past several months. She will be truly missed and always remembered. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Wednesday, May 11, 2011, in St. Anthony Church, with the Franciscan Friars officiating. Entombment in St. Mary Cemetery. Arrangements by Gasparini & Oliveri Funeral Home & Cremation Services, 707 Marchesano Drive. To send condolences, visit www.gasparinioliverifuneral.net.

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Published by Rockford Register Star from May 9 to May 10, 2011.

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Angie Zammuto Jodie

May 17, 2011

My thoughts and prayers are with all of you. I just wanted to send a quick note in gratitude to the memory of your mom. She and your Dad spent many generous hours at St. Elizabeth's chaperoning teenagers for Coeds in the '50's. Their time and effort was much appreciated. They were great role models, and I remember them fondly.

Lynne Howell

May 10, 2011

Mike, Roseann, and Bernie, my heart goes out to you and your family with the loss of your mom, she was one wonderful lady. She will be missed. You all are in my thoughts and prayers Lynne Marino-Howell

May 10, 2011

MIKE, BERNIE AND ROSANN
I'M SO SORRY TO HEAR ABOUT YOUR MOTHER'S DEATH. SHE WAS A GREAT LADY.
NICK HAWLEY

May 10, 2011

Bernie, Mike and Roseann, I am very sorry to hear about your mother's passing. I can remember growing up on Montague and Corbin street and playing with you guys all the time. My wife and I ended up living in the same duplex later on in life. I will remember both of your parents for all of their kindness to me and my brothers.

Ange Fiorello

Shauna Cain

May 9, 2011

Roseann-
My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you grieve.
May your hearts soon be filled with wonderful memories of joyful times together as you celebrate a life well-lived.

Paul & Catherine Gambino

May 9, 2011

Mike, Roseann,and Bernie
Please accept our sympathy on the passing of your Mom..She and your Dad were so much a part of our Italian heritage and community.

Tony Catalano

May 9, 2011

Roseann, sorry to hear about your mom. She was GREAT to us all the time. She was classy, funny, accepting, and understanding. She'll be missed.

gris arreguin

May 9, 2011

Mike, we are so sorry to hear about your loss. Our thoughts and prayers go out to you and your family. Griselda n Oscar Arreguin and Family.

Margie Anderson

May 9, 2011

May your loving memories keep the family strong at such a sad time. So sorry for your loss. Margie (Alfano) Anderson

Katie Durham

May 9, 2011

Mike & Family, May all the happy memories you've created over the years bring smiles and laughter during your time of grief. We send you hugs and our deepest condolensces.
~Katie Durham & Family

May 9, 2011

Roseann, so sorry to hear of your loss may your memories help in the months ahead. I knew your dad also and was a former client. And now your parents are together forever.
Two wonderful people and so very proud
of you.
Rolleen Cerio- Rockford,Il

Your mom shopping at Target for a sox jersey to wear to her bridge games where all the cubs fans were.

Jeanne Heath

May 9, 2011

So sorry for your loss. She will truly be missed. I'm glad for the opportunity to have gotten to know such a wonderful vibrant lady! She was fun to be around.

May 9, 2011

Our deepest sympathy goes out to your family. We will keep you in our thoughts and prayers through this difficult time. Albert & Debra Domico and family

John Leggero

May 9, 2011

My Condolences to the Cannariato Family, May your Mother rest in peace.

mike and nancy moski

May 9, 2011

So sorry to hear about your moms passing. Prayers are with all of you at this time. She was a wonderful person and fun to be with.
Mike and Nancy Moski and family

May 9, 2011

She will be missed! What a wonderful lady she was! Sending prayers your way.

Nancy Mitchell
former Mauh-nah-tee-see C.C. Emp and former client of Sam's!

Frank and Darlene Spataro

May 9, 2011

Mike, Roseann,and Bernie-

Sorry about the loss of your mom. I have fond memories of her as a child when we moved to Rockford from Chicago and became your neighbors on Corbin Street. She was always available, and provided stability and security for us kids. I will always hold her close to my cherished childhood memories growing up during those "Wonder Years" in South Rockford. My thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this time.

May 9, 2011

Roseann, so sorry for your loss.
Evelyn Cerio- Rockford.Il

CHAD GALVAN

May 9, 2011

MIKE IM SORRY TO HERE OF YOUR LOSS, MY THOUGHTS AND PRAYERS ARE WITH YOU AND YOUR FAMILY.

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