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James Tortorella Obituary
Rochester: April 9, 2013 at age 86. Predeceased by his wife, Theresa "Dolly" (Petrillo); beloved father of Anthony (Patti); devoted grandfather of Jenelle and Stephen; brother of Amadeo (Anita); brother-in-law of Erma and Josephine Tortorella, Millie Petrillo, Ann and Carl Petrillo, Angie Capone, Mafalda and Jack McMullen, Gilda and Joseph DeFranco, Nick Petrillo and Mary Scherzi; many loving nieces, nephews and cousins.
James was a WW II Army Veteran and was an avid outdoors man who loved hunting, fishing and golfing.
Friends may call THURSDAY 4-8PM at the Dierna Funeral Home, 2309 Culver Rd. (near Norton). His Funeral Mass will be celebrated FRIDAY 10am at Peace of Christ Parish at St. Ambrose Church. Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. The family would like to extend a special thank you to Dr. Richard Constantino and the wonderful staff of 5100 at Rochester General Hospital. Those wishing may make contributions to the Rochester General Hospital Memorial Fund.
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Memories and Condolences
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Michele Yancey
April 18, 2013
Anthony and Patty,
I was so sorry to hear of Uncle Jimmy's passing. I have fond memories of your father. He was a very kind hearted man. I know he is smiling down from heaven proud as can be of you and your family.
Love,
Michele (and John)
Douglas and Genia Kendall
April 12, 2013
Very sorry for your loss. Our thoughts and prayers from our family to yours.
Mike and Stacy Valentine
April 12, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family.
Lisa Prodrick-Kernan
April 11, 2013
I am so sorry for your lose. All of my thoughts and prayers are with your family. Be well.
Love always,
Lisa
April 11, 2013
Deepest sympathies to Anthony and Patti and Janelle and Stephen. We're sure your Dad was a great guy, Tony, because the apple doesn't fall far from the tree. God bless.
Dave and Sam
April 10, 2013
Jim I'll miss you, you were the rock and the glue of this famile.
Rest in peace.
Siggy
Sam Scherzi
April 10, 2013
Dearest Uncle Jim, We shared allot over the years, but sharing my birthday with you will always be a cherished memory for me. Please give Aunt Dolly a big hug for me. I will always have a smile on my face every November to know my dad has his hunting partner with him again. Danielle, the kids, and myself (Sammy) will love and miss you always. Rest in Peace Uncle Jim.
Pat and Steve Kristy
April 10, 2013
Our thoughts and prayers are with your family. What a great guy he was!
April 10, 2013
uncle Jimmy you will be missed and loved forever, so glad I got to see you at the party love to Anothy Patti and the kids please give aunt Dolly a hug for me
Love your niece
Adele
April 10, 2013
Unlce Jimmy you were the best. So glad I got to see you at the party you will be deeply missed my love to patti and anothni love to you you all
Youur niece
Adele
April 10, 2013
Uncle Jimmy..I will miss you more than you will ever know. I know you are with Aunt Dolly now. Love you. Your niece Annette
April 9, 2013
Hi Jim: I know you are with Dolly now and are both holding hands. We will all miss you and love you forever. Your sister-in-law Gilda
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