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James Bertucci Obituary

James J. Bertucci, loving husband of Idella, nee Hensley; dear father of Bill and Joe (Leanne); proud grandfather of Joey Jr.; fond son of the late Bruno and Concetta; dear brother of Elizabeth, Fred, Frank (Tanny), Robert (Nelly) and Donald (Anita); fond uncle of many nieces and nephews and friend of many. Chicago Fireman Trucks #47 and #23. Family will greet friends and family on Thursday, May 3rd from 10 a.m. until Memorial Mass at 11:30 a.m. at Immaculate Conception Church, 7211 Talcott Rd, Chicago. Inurnment private. In lieu of flowers, masses or donations may be made in his name to Dr. Philip Bonomi, Rush Cancer Institute, 1725 W. Harrison, Chicago, 60612 or Cenacle Sisters, 513 Fullerton Parkway, Chicago, 60614. For information call 312-427-4228.

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Published by Chicago Tribune from Apr. 29 to May 2, 2001.

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DIANA Bertucci

April 30, 2001

Sherry and i send all our love in this time of sorrow. We are here if you need us. Jim was a good son.

GEORGE PHILBIN

April 30, 2001

MY DEEPEST C0NDOLENCES TO JIM'S FAMILY.JIMMY WAS A GREAT FIREMAN AND CERTAINLY A STAND UP GUY DURING OUR CHICAGO FIRE STRIKE OF 1980.HIS LEGACY WILL THE MAN HOURS HE CONTRIBUTED TO MAKING THE NORTH SIDE IRISH FIRE BRIGADE BLDG. THE GREAT PLACE THAT IT IS.HE WILL BE REMEMBERED,HE WILL BE MISSED.

RESPECTFULLY,

GEORGE PHILBIN (MESA,AZ.)

mark bertucci

April 30, 2001

We are sorry for your loss.Jim was

a good friend and family member.

All are wishes go out to the family.



Bruno, Vito, and Dominick and Mark

chuck brady

April 29, 2001

idella' i am truley sorry for your pain and sorrow. Jim was a terrifc fireman and a great friend and we will miss him very much. iwish you and your family the best of health and fond memories of Jim.

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