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Greta Tortorici Obituary

Greta Reina Tortorici, 88, of Hueytown passed tragically to be with the Lord on September 8, 2018. Greta was born to Joseph and Mary (Salomone) on July 24, 1930 in Birmingham. She was married to Andrew J. Tortorici for 68 years. Together, they operated the Docena Lucky Store from 1961 - 1998. She was preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Mary, and her son-in-law, John Nagle. She is survived by her husband, Andrew; daughters, Diane Nagle and Linda Tortorici; granddaughter, Andrea (Ryan) Fisher; great-grandchildren, Rand and Egan Fisher; sisters, Marie (Sylvester) Varagona and Josephine (Henry) Carter; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends. In this time of sorrow, the family wishes to thank everyone for their support; it was Greta's wish that no service would be held. Memorial donations can be sent to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital for she loved the children of Docena.

Published by AL.com (Birmingham) from Sep. 10 to Sep. 16, 2018.
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Loved by so many. Especially me, your cousin Paschal J. Salamone

Pat J Salamone

September 16, 2018

Sorry to hear about your lost. My prayers are with you all during your time of sorry. I know what it is to lose someone so dear and kind. I loved going to the store and getting the best liver ever. Can't find that kind of liver anymore. THANKS for the great contribution you made in Docena with your store and the loving kind spirit. May God keep you in his care during this time of lost. I am Marshall and Gloria Johnson daughter Gwen, sister Jackie, brother Anthony and Morris. My dad, mom and sister is deceased now. My mom died 22 years ago but my dad died last year in October and my sister in November. I am still feeling the pain of their lost so I know what you are going through. She is now safe in the arms of the Lord.

Gwendolyn Johnson

September 14, 2018

Such a wonderful spirit. As a little girl growing up in Docena I can say Mr. and Mrs. Tortorici were kind spirits and going to the store with my grandma were some of my fondest memories of growing up in Docena. Rest well...job well done!!!

Nakesha Simmons-Craft

September 13, 2018

Our thoughts and prayers are with you all at this sad time. Greta was a beautiful person and will be missed. May she Rest In Peace.

Rody and Buddy DiChiara

September 13, 2018

My deepest condolences to the family from one of the "children of Docena", Rockell, granddaughter of Lila Clark.

Rockell Burks

September 12, 2018

I remember her when I was a child growing up in Docena. They were always kind and would let me keep my skates on in the store.

Shelia Hutchinson

September 12, 2018

Our precious memories are with Tortorici family on the passing of Mrs. Greta Tortoric. She was a loving, caring, and kind person. On the behalf of the late Richard and Rosie Mae Lewis family of Docena, Betty, Richard, Booker T., Jackie, and Johnnie Mae our prayers are with you.

Jackie Lewis Thomas, Birmingham,Al

September 12, 2018

Oh how Mrs. Tortorici loved all the children of Docena. She always had a smile and a hug if I needed one. Living in Docena going to the store was always a blessing and such a treat. My sisters Jean and Donna and I had great memories of those visits. Thanks Mrs. Tortorici! I'm sure I'll see you again! Praying for the family and friends.
Pam Turner Grindle

Pam Turner-Grindle

September 12, 2018

Growing up in Docena, some of my fondest memories are of The Docena Lucky Store, and Greta and Henry Tottorici. Whenever we were allowed to go to 5he store by ourselves, we always knew we had a second Mama there to look after us. She was always so sweet , kind, and generous to the kids of Docena, but she was quick to lovingly correct us if got out of line. And if she had to correct one of us, we knew for sure our Mama was going to hear about it. The Tortorici's were very Special People, and a Big Part of our lives in the community. May God Bless the family,Henry, Diane and Linda. Praying He will bring you Much Peace and Comfort in the difficult days ahead. ❤

Kay (Pugh) Gay

September 12, 2018

Mrs. Tortorici was a wonderful lady. She would always help me get popcorn out of the machine. We all hated to see them leave Docena.I am so sad to to hear of her passing, praying her family.

Kim (Williams) Tinney

September 11, 2018

Greta was a precious friend. I talked with her several times when they retired from the Docena Store. She loved everyone and was always asking about my family and others from the Docena Community. I Know we will see her again!
Prayers for the family!
Gail Pugh

Gail Pugh

September 11, 2018

Rest in peace Greta as my prayers and thoughts are with you and your family.

Josephine Renta Jovings

September 11, 2018

Greta, may you RiP. You were like a second mother to all of us children as we grew up in Docena. Never judging any of us by what little we had but always reminding us that we had each other. Your love of others was an inspiration to us all. You will be missed. Praying for peace and comfort for the family whos hearts are filled with emptiness but rejoicing that they will see you again one day. Love and hugs to you all.

Mary Donaldson

September 11, 2018

TO the family i grew up in Docena I BOUGHT MY CANDY AND COOKIES AT THEIR STORE HER AND MR. HENRY WOULD GET ON US ABOUT PLAYING AROUND IN THE STORE BUT TRULY GOOD PEOPLE .FAMILY JUST THINK OF THE TIMES YOU ALL SHARED TOGETHER...

JOHN DOUGLAS MC CRAY

September 11, 2018

Children of Docena loved her more. What a wonderful, loving, giving woman Mrs. Tortorici was. I'm one of the Docena kids that will never forget her. She lived her life well. Always giving of herself to others. Absent from the body is to be present with the Lord! Colossians 2:5 A life well lived. You have truly made a difference in this world. My parents.. Ruby & Walter Turner, Brother's: Larry & Dwayne Sister:Regina we lived at 504 South 5th Street. Thanks for all my childhood memories. With much love: The Turner family.

Nancy Turner Ayers

September 11, 2018

Rest In Peace! Prayers for the family!

Paula B Sullivan

September 11, 2018

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