Carl Sciortino

CARL C. SCIORTINO, 87 ROCKFORD - Carl C. Sciortino, 87, of Rockford passed away peacefully Saturday, April 2, 2011. Born April 26, 1923, in Rockford, the son of Salvatore and Rose (Torretta) Sciortino. Carl was a radio operator in the Army during World War II, serving in the European Theatre from 1943 to 1946. In July 1947, Carl married Helen Latino and was happily wed for 55 years, until she passed away in May 2003. He worked as a machinist for Rockford Products and retired in 1985 after 42 years. Carl also assisted his in-laws with the family business running the Royal Casino. Carl's two daughters and their children were the center of his life, and he supported their every endeavor. He enriched his grandchildren's lives with his endless adventures from his Army experiences. He loved his many nieces and nephews deeply. Survived by daughters, Rosemary (Craig) Mitckes and Marijo (Dan) Boyle; grandchildren, Moriah, Carl John, Daniel and Mary Margaret; brother, Joseph Sciortino; and numerous nieces and nephews. Predeceased by his parents, Salvatore and Rose; and sister, Angie Ciochetti. Funeral Mass at 10 a.m. Saturday, April 9, at St. Bernadette Catholic Church, 2400 Bell Ave., Rockford, with visitation from 9 a.m. until prayers at 9:45 a.m. Burial in Calvary Catholic Cemetery. Arrangements by Fitzgerald Funeral Home and Crematory, Riverside Chapel, 3910 N. Rockton Ave., Rockford, IL 61103. Share online condolences to www.fitzgeraldfh.com.