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Laura Lee Martinelli
Laura Lee Martinelli
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Laura Martinelli Obituary
She was born March 14, 1961, in Chicago, to Joseph P. Varco Sr. and Laura (Gerald) Trice.
She was employed by Allstate Insurance Company for 24 years.
She was the beloved wife of Nick Martinelli; proud and loving mother of Joseph and Laura Rose Martinelli.
She is survived by her husband and children; a stepson, Dominick (Jennifer); a granddaughter, Madyson; her mother; a sister, Angela (Dr. Roy) Bliley); her brothers, Louis Varco and Dr. Jac (Elizabeth) Varco; and her Martinelli in-laws, Phil (Mary), Anthony (Margherita), Vito and Rocco (Caterina). She also is survived by many aunts, cousins, nieces and nephews and friends whom she dearly loved and were so much a part of her happy life.
She was preceded in death by her father, Joseph P. Varco Sr.; a brother, Joseph P. Varco II; her in-laws, Dominick and Rosa Martinelli and Donato Martinelli; her grandparents, Louis and Beatrice Duebner, and Philip and Angelina Varco.
The visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. Thursday, April 23, at Willow Funeral Home, 1415 W. Algonquin Road, Algonquin. A Mass will be celebrated at 10 a.m. Friday, April 24, at St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in West Dundee. Burial will be private.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to Joseph and Laura Rose Martinelli's College Fund in care of Harris Bank, 225 S. Randall Road, Algonquin, IL 60102, or drop off at any Harris Bank.
For information, call the funeral home at 847-458-1700.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
Jan Guido
April 27, 2009
My thoughts and prayers are with you all. I too knew Laura Lee through Richard Coco. Memories of her will comfort you and I have no doubt she is watching over you.
Vincent Varco
April 23, 2009
Dear Cousins,
I was very sorry to hear about Laura Lee and hope that your faith will give you strength. Please stay strong together.
In my mind your beautiful sister Laura Lee is smiling down on all and keeping her eye on us as she whoops it up with your and my father, your brother Joey, and the rest of our family who have passed on. Love will endure always. I am at a loss for words but know that everything has a reason and some day we all will be together again. Don't hesitate to call us if you need anything.
Always in my heart, your cousin Vincent.
Dawn Perez
April 23, 2009
Nick, Joe and Laura,
Your mom was a beautiful, caring and kind person. She will be missed by all that knew her. Find comfort in your memories and the promise of our Lord. (Revelation 21:4) Our thoughts and prayers are with you. The Perez Family
Denise Mueller
April 23, 2009
Our heart-felt sympathy goes out to your whole family and we are so very sorry for your loss. Your Mom was a beautiful woman and every time I ran into her she always had a smile on her face and always put one on mine! She was a very special lady and will be greatly missed. I know you will miss her dearly but always remember all the good times you have shared and tell those stories often. May God rest her soul and comfort yours.
Please accept our most sincere condolences.
The Mueller Family
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April 23, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and your family. I've known Laura Lee for 25 years or so through Richard Coco. When I think of her, I see that beautiful smile that lights up her face. She was such a pleasant person to be with or talk to. We hope that your memories of her will comfort you.
Donna Michi and Joe Sotomayor
Arlene M Biancalana
April 23, 2009
Our thoughts and prayers are with you and yours at this sad time.
The Biancalana Family
Lisa Forte
April 23, 2009
Laura Lee was a wonderful person and I'm so glad I was able to meet her. I always enjoyed seeing and talking to her whenever we had get-togethers. I know everyone will miss her. I wish her family my deepest sympathy and hope they find comfort in knowing what an angel she was and how she touched eveyone.
Roberta Leahy-Watts
April 22, 2009
Laura was a lovely person and I enjoyed seeing her at the "Cocco" parties. I know
she was very loved and will be missed by
all her friends and family. I wish her family peace and comfort during this very difficult time.
Laura Lee, Richard, Kim
Richard Cocco
April 22, 2009
Words cannot express how sad I am that Laura Lee is no longer with us on Earth. However, I know she will always be in our hearts and will be smiling down on all of us.
I am so grateful to have known Laura Lee for almost 30 years. We had so many wonderful and fun times together in Acapulco (where we first met), Chicago (going out dancing with friends, BBQ Parties every August in which Laura Rose and Joey attended a few times) and New York (spending time together when she was here on business).
She was and IS one in a million.
My deepest sympathy goes out to her family.
For her children:
I want you to know that she loved you unconditionally and everything she did in her life was because of you.
I spent some time with your Mom at your house on April 10. She wanted me to let you know that in the near future she hopes that you and either your Aunt Angela or your Dad can make it out to New York. She asked that we all go out to dinner at one of her favorite restaurants. In addition, she asked me to show you how much fun New York can be. Your Mom and I would get together in New York City when she was here on business. I hope that we stay in touch so that we can make plans to spend some time in New York in honor of your loving, spectacular and wonderful Mother.
Always remember that your Mom will be with YOU so that you can share all of your future plans with her (graduation, prom, college, marriage, etc). She will be with you every step of the way and will be your guiding light.
Heaven just became a little bit sweeter because of your Mother.
My love goes out to you and the rest of your family.
I am going to miss your Mom terribly but I am so grateful for all of the beautiful memories which will keep me smiling every time I think of her.
Love always your friend,
Richard Cocco
Brian & Jennifer Russo
April 22, 2009
Nick, Joey, Laura Rose, & Nicky,
Jennifer & I are so sorry for your loss. Laura Lee was a wonderful person who made everyone's life around her better. She will be missed.
Denise Vollmer
April 22, 2009
Nick - I'm so sorry to hear of Laura's passing. I will keep your family in my prayers, and hope that you find comfort in fond memories in the days ahead.
Nickey Martinelli
April 22, 2009
The days ahead will never be the same without her. My mind is at peace now that we don't have to watch her suffer anymore. I know that she will be watching over us and protecting us just the same as when she was down here with us. I am so thankful for all of the wonderful things that she did for me in her brief time on this earth. The love that she gave me I will never take for granted. She always treated me like I was her own. Thinking about it more and more I was her oldest son and that was the only way she wanted to love me. I will love you forever Lappa Leapa until we reunite again as one big happy family!
Imelda Mercado
April 22, 2009
Laura was a kind, wonderful person. She was always willing to help. It was a great relief for my husband and I when she volunteered to drive our daughter Jessica to CCD every Wednesday.I saw her at St. Catherine Church a few weeks ago and she was a picture of calm and hope. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers always.
Jessica LaCavera
April 22, 2009
Laura was one of the first people I met when I moved to the area. Although we lost touch over the years, I remember her as being a great person. Your family is in my thoughts and prayers.
Debbie Belo
April 22, 2009
Laura was such a wonderful person. I loved sitting with her at the softball games and talking about Italy. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers and always know that we are here for you. May God give you the strength to cope during this difficult time and always know how blessed you are to have had such a wonderful woman in your life.
Love, The Belo Family
Kathy Johnson
April 22, 2009
Laura was such a wonderful, happy person. I know she loved to watch and cheer on Laura (Platy) at the softball games. Although we only knew her for a brief period, we feel blessed with that experience. Your family is in our thoughts and prayers. May your faith in God comfort you through this difficult time.
Love, Kathy, Larry & Kirsten Johnson
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