Florence Ruth Cozzolino

Florence Ruth Cozzolino, age 88, of Downers Grove.  Beloved wife of the late Stephen.  Loving mother of Steven (Mary), the late Gregory, Gary (late Therese), Wayne and Tina Maria (Robert) Tatum.  Devoted grandmother of Erik, Daniel, Ashley, Alyssa, Christopher, Brandon and Austin.  Great-grandmother of Madison, Olivia and Ava Grace.  Cherished sister of Dorothy and aunt to many.  Florence was preceded in death by her siblings Andy, Estelle, Emily, Vern, Ben and Eddie.  Visitation 3-9 p.m. Friday July 5th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301 75th St., Downers Grove.  Prayers 9:15 a.m. Saturday July 6th from the funeral home to St. Joseph Church for Mass at 10 a.m.  Interment St. Mary Cemetery, Evergreen Park, IL.  In lieu of flowers, memorials to the American Diabetes Assn. or the American Heart Assn. would be appreciated.  Funeral info 630-964-6500

8 Replies to “Florence Ruth Cozzolino”

  1. “A mother holds her children’s hands for a while, their hearts forever.”

    Thinking of you Tina & your family and wishing you hope in the midst of sorrow, comfort in the midst of pain.

    Momma C was an amazing woman who always had a smile, a hug and words of wisdom. (And of course a great big plate of linguini and clams whenever we asked).

    Momma C can rest now Tina and join my Mom in watching over us.

    ❤️

  2. In you loving memory of your mother , even we have never met Tina is a blessed member of our family. Our thoughts and prayers are for your family in your time of sorrow. Love Leon and lois tatum

  3. She was a great aunt,she helped us when we got caught in the rain riding our bikes,she dried us off and feed us.GOODBY TO A GREAT AUNT.

  4. Wayne,
    So sorry to hear of your mother’s passing. May you get great strength and comfort during this difficult time. Keep those happy memories close!
    Blessings,
    Dawn

  5. Dear Cozzolino family,
    Your Mother’s spirit lives on through wonderful stories. Stories that touch the heart , even outside the realm of your family. Florence’s spunk and vitality encourages many others to love life with the Love and compassion her spirit had. i never met her, but feel I know her through stories my sister, Merel relates to me. The Love in which the stories are told touch my heart. All my Love, all the way from Washington State. You are in my thoughts and prayers.

    Love, Carol De Mott

    1. Thank you so much. Merel is such a blessing to our family. Mom was a special person and we can only hope to follow her example of unconditional love and zest for life. She loved everyone and helped us all with life’s challenges. She is now at home in Heaven with her husband Stephen and son Gregory.

  6. Dear Wayne and Family – You are in my thoughts and prayers. there are no words ….only love
    Love, Terrie (De Mott)Munger

  7. Our Most Heartfelt Sympathy on the loss of Florence. Our prayers for all of her family as they cope with her loss.

    Joan and Tom Wisinski and Family

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