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Frank Cortese Obituary

Frank P. Cortese, 93, of Elmhurst. At rest August 15, 2017. Loving Husband of the late Rose S. Cortese (nee Signa). Dear Father of Frank (Diane) Cortese and Cary (Flor) Cortese. Cherished Grandfather of Michael, Frank Jr., Kurt, Randy, Kevin, Adam and Ciaira. Brother of the late Georgene Porter. Visitation at the Pedersen Ryberg Mortuary, 435 N. York St., Elmhurst, on Friday, August 18, 2017, from 3 to 9 p.m. Prayers at the mortuary Saturday, August 19, 2017, 9 a.m. followed by Funeral Mass, at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church, Bensenville, at 10 a.m. Entombment Christ the King Garden Mausoleum, Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Hillside. For info 630-834-1133 or www.pedersenryberg.com

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Published by Chicago Tribune on Aug. 17, 2017.

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Judi Matoushek

July 5, 2018

So sad to hear Uncle Frank has passed. I'm sure he's enjoying time with my Papa and Nana. RIP Uncle Frank....

Judi Matoushek

June 3, 2018

RIP Uncle Frank... I didnt know you had passed. Hug Papa for me.

john maag

August 18, 2017

`_CORTESE FAMILY ~ Deepest Sympathy ```` Frank was a wonderful husband to Rose and great father who raised two special men! Know he will be missed, But he is next to Rose at Biggest Casino in the sky! Will keep him and rose in my prayers and thoughts. ,john.

John maag

August 18, 2017

Deepest Sympathy for your loss! Frank was a good father who raised two special men and was great husband to Rose!Will keep him in my thoughts and prayers! Know he is with Rose at the BIGGEST CASINO in the sky! john

Jodi Uszler

August 18, 2017

My thoughts and prayers are with you and the family during this difficult time, Uncle Frank brought so many great memories and will be missed. With heartfelt sympathy Love Jodi Uszler

Sue Gibson

August 17, 2017

Our warmest wishes and sincere condolences for your lost .

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18

Visitation

3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home

435 North York Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126

Aug

19

Prayer Service

9:00 a.m.

Pedersen Ryberg Funeral Home

435 North York Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126

Aug

19

Funeral Mass

10:00 a.m.

St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church

Bensenville, IL

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435 North York Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126

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