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Rose Varello Obituary

Varello, Rose C. (nee Foli) age 91 years, passed away on Friday, January 7, 2011 at our Lady of Angels Retirement Home. Born in Mark, IL on September 25, 1919. Rose retired from Labo Florist and Fredrich Bindery. She was a floral designer, loved doing crafts, a wonderful cook, as well as baker and she loved taking care of her family. Member of St. Patrick's Church. Preceded in death by her husband, Dominic Varello (2003); her parents, Louis and Catherine (Marinelli) Foli; one sister, Olga (Ted) Bortoli and one brother, Louis (Frances "Babe") Foli. Survived by two daughters, Rosa Lee (Bernard "Ben") Francimore of Joliet and Kathryn "Kathy" (Kermit) Paris of Panama City Beach, FL. Five grandchildren, Paul (Christine) Francimore, John Francimore, Jeni (Bill) Anderson, Jill (Chris) Coan and Shelly (William "BJ") Ubrey. Ten great-grandchildren, Lauren, Vince and Anthony Francimore; Madison Paris; Bailee and Sydnee Anderson; Skye Coan; Aiden Ubrey; Melissa and Matthew Urbain. One sister-in-law, Rose (late, Leo) Wisniewski. Numerous nieces and nephews also survive. "Rose will be sorely missed by all". A special thank you to Dr. J.D. Wright, the staff of OLA and Joliet Area Community Hospice for the wonderful care given to Rose. Visitation for Rose C. Varello will be held at the Blackburn-Giegerich-Sonntag Funeral Home 1500 Black Road on Tuesday, January 11, 2011 from 4 to 8 pm. A Mass of Christian Burial will be celebrated at Our Lady of Angels Chapel 1201 Wyoming Ave on Wednesday, January 12, 2011 at 10:00 am with a visitation beginning at OLA at 9:00am. Interment will follow at Mt. Olivet Cemetery. Memorials in Rose's memory to Joliet Area Community Hospice or the charity of your choice would be appreciated. Arrangements by: Tapella Funeral Services For information: 815-726-4054

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Published by Herald-News on Jan. 10, 2011.

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January 12, 2011

Our deepest sympathy to Rosa Lee and Kathy and family members. Your mother was a lovely lady. We remember Rose and your father always enjoying walking their dog on Willow Lane by their home on the Kankakee River. They enjoyed many happy times on the Kankakee River. You will always be in our thoughts and prayers.

Love Always,
John and Char McDade

Mary Ritzer

January 11, 2011

No bond is as great as that between a parent and child. My deepest condolences are with you as you grieve.

Margaret Benoit

January 11, 2011

I met Rose about a year ago at Our Lady of Angels. Every Monday I play the piano there for a sing-along. Rose loved to sing and was always a lively part of the group. I will miss her. My sympathy to her family.

Joe Rinke

January 11, 2011

Our deepest sympathies to Rosa Lee and Kathy and family members. Your mom was a great lady. As I kid, I remember going with my family down to your Mom and Dad's place on the river. Enjoyed the company, the fishing and of course the cooking. Thinking of you both during this difficult time.
Joe and Carol Rinke

Don & Jean Cook

January 10, 2011

Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family as you go through this difficult time. May the memories of your mother bring peace and contentment to each of you.

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