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Mary Bertolini Obituary
Mary was born in Joliet, IL, on March 28, 1948, a daughter of the late Irma (Largaiolli) Bertolini Chiappino and Luigi Bertolini. She passed away peacefully, comforted by family and friends, Thursday evening, March 12, 2026, at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, Illinois.
She is survived by her sons, Carl Guerrero and Pete Figueroa; grandson, Matthew Figueroa; two brothers, Dr. Jerry Bertolini and Ed Bertolini, as well as her nephews and niece, Nick, Michael, Andrea and Louie Bertolini. Dear friends, Oscar Martinez and Manuel Cita, and friends, too numerous to mention. She truly will be missed by many.
Mary is preceded in death by her son, Tony; grandson Zachary; nephew, Luke; niece, Julie; sister-in-law, Linda Bertolini and her father, Luigi Bertolini; mother Irma and step-father, Carlo Chiappino.
A Memorial Gathering for Mary will be Wednesday, March 18, 2026, from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m., at the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home, 3200 Black Rd. (at Essington Rd.) Joliet. A service of remembrance will conclude the evening, beginning at 7:00 p.m., with Pastor Sal Guerrero officiating. As it was Mary's request, cremation rites have been accorded.
In lieu of flowers, memorials in Mary's name can be made to the Seed of Life Church, 21514 Division Street, Lockport, IL, 60441.
For more information, please call (815) 741-5500 or visit her Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com, where you can share a favorite memory or leave a condolence.
To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.
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Mary Ellen Burkart
March 28, 2026
I am so sorry for your loss I knew Mary in grade school and she lived nextdoor to us. Prayers for your family. Mary Ellen (Hafey) Burkart
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Susan Lynn BRADLEY
March 20, 2026
Mary's family and, I am so sotty for your loss. Mary and I started with the state on the same day and she became more than a coworker but a wonderful friend.
She was a fun, kind, caring person. I am lucky to have known her.
Debra Condotti
March 17, 2026
Thank you to Mary for serving on the Board of Directors of Easterseals Joliet Region and for remaining a friend to the organization and our work in serving children and adults with disabilities, those with special needs and their families.
Deb Condotti, President CEO
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