Diana Tarabori Obituary

Diana Marzotto Tarabori, 87, of Addison, IL, passed away November 17, 2010, at her residence. Born August 3, 1923 in Mishawaka, IN, the daughter of Giovanni and Eugenia (Biasin) Marzotto, she graduated from Mishawaka HS in 1942, enjoying athletics and home arts. She was Albert Tarabori Jr's cherished spouse for 62 years during which time she aided in establishing their grocery store on the west side of Chicago and being the devoted mother of Barbara (Patrick) LaSalle of Rockford, James (Marcia) of Peoria and Denise (Mark) Turk of Addison. Diana's extraordinary cooking, tailoring, and listening skills created a home filled with love and emotional support. She participated in the activities of her children and grandchildren, delighting in their accomplishments and always making herself available to them despite her considerable physical ailments. She is survived by her children, grandchildren: Ryan (Melissa) LaSalle, Alexandria, VA; Jordan LaSalle, Chicago; Daniel Tarabori, Chicago; Lauren Tarabori, Madison, WI; Sara and Matthew Turk, Addison; great-grandchildren, JP and Emily LaSalle; sister-in-law, Audrey Marzotto, many nieces and nephews. She was predeceased by her husband, parents, brothers Mario and George; sisters-in-law, Anna Fontana, Frances Spadoni, Lina and Jennie Tarabori and Ida Marzotto. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 27 at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 1233 W. Holtz Ave., Addison, IL. Gathering starts at 10:30 am followed by Mass at 11:00 am. In lieu of flowers, donations to the Arthritis Foundation appreciated.