James M. Marotta

James M. Marotta obituary

James M. Marotta

James Marotta Obituary

Obituary published on Legacy.com by Gibbons Funeral Home - Elmhurst on Oct. 23, 2025.

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James M. Marotta, age 89, was recently called home by God to be with his beloved wife, Linda Fulton Marotta. He lives on in the hearts of his children, Gina (Scott) Seaman, John (Jill) Fulton, Deepa Fulton, and Maria (Marty Rodriguez) Marotta. James, a proud Army reservist, and 3rd degree member of the Knights of Columbus, is the cherished grandfather of Alexandra and Isabelle DelVecchio, Jacqueline (Mike) Williams, and Jacob (Chloe) Fulton; the great-grandfather of Jayden and Dylan Williams; and the dear brother of Maria, Cecelia, Ralph, Francis (the late Barbra), and Samuel "Tonio" (Ewa) Marotta, who preceded him in death. Visitation to be held Saturday, September 23, 2023, at 9:00 a.m. at Visitation Catholic Church, 779 South York Street (at Madison), Elmhurst, until the time of his Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 a.m. Interment is Private. In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to your favorite charity. Arrangements handled by Gibbons Funeral Home, Elmhurst. For information please call 630-832-0018 or visit www.gibbonsfuneralhome.com.

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