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Bula CORTINO Obituary

Bula Gay Cortino, nee Mitchell, 87. Beloved wife of the late James R. Cortino. Loving mother of Constance (Martin) Christofano and the late James M. Cortino. Devoted grandmother of Roxanne Catherine Haayer, Laura Anne and Joseph Rocco Christofano; James Patrick (Danielle) and Errol Douglas Cortino. Great-grandmother of Taylor Nicole and Casey James; and Mathieu and Alix. Loving daughter of the late Murl and the late Virgie Mitchell, fond sister of Ruth (the late George) Weatherford, Reba (the late Boyd) Reynolds, Shirley (Mary Ellen) Mitchell, and Brenda (Bernard) Thomas. Sister-in-law of the late William (and the late Ann) Cortino. Dear aunt of Anna Marie (Gino) Orrico, and many other nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, Feb. 14th, 3-9 pm. at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd. (3 blks S of Roosevelt) Lombard. Funeral Friday, Feb. 15th, 9:15 a.m. from the funeral home to Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Bartlett Cemetery. Info 630-932-1500 or Knollcrest.net.

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Feb. 10, 2013.

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Romualdas "Ron" Barauskas

February 3, 2022

Bula was, in a real sense, like a mother to me. She was very kind, generous and hard-working. I never heard her say an unkind word. As I was best friends with her son, James (Jamie as we called him), she treated me as one of her family. I was invited to their Thanksgiving dinners, which I gladly joined. Her cooking skills were legend. Even though she was German, being married to a Sicilian she became a master at Italian dishes -- her lasagna was the best. I love her and she is frequently in my thoughts. She is indelibly imprinted in my heart.

Phillip Desmond

February 15, 2013

Offering condolences with sympathy at your time of loss.

February 13, 2013

My deepest sympathies. John Cook

Dennis and Linda Palmer

February 12, 2013

Our heartfelt condolences to you and your family for the loss of your mother. May she rest in peace and remain in the hearts of her loved ones. God Bless.

Dorese Bledsoe

February 12, 2013

My deepest condolences and thoughts go out to Brenda, Roxie and Connie. I am so happy to have had the pleasure to know Bula. She was a beacon of light that will forever shine. My prayers are with all of you and your families. - Dorese

Shari and Sarah Layland

February 12, 2013

Connie, Our thoughts and prayers are with you at this very difficult time. We are so sorry for your loss. May your memories bring you peace and comfort today and in the days ahead.

February 10, 2013

Connie, My love and thoughts go out to you for the loss of your mother, who was one on the most generous and self-sacrificing people I have known. I know she will continue to watch over you and guide you. Charlette and I will pray for you and all of her family. Romualdas Barauskas, La Mirada, CA

Jim Stolfa

February 10, 2013

Connie.....Deepest regrets on your great personal loss. May the memories of good times past bring you peace and comfort in the days ahead.

February 9, 2013

My heart goes out to you and your family.May you be comforted in the days ahead in knowing how much your mom was loved and cherished by those who knew her. My condolences to you and your family.

Beverly Lundin & Family

February 9, 2013

Our deepest sympathies to the entire family. You will be in our prayers.

Ralph & Judy Roge & Family

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