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Michael Atella Obituary

Michael Alexander Atella passed away at home on September 12, 2008. He was born in Berwyn , Illinois on October 11, 1949. Michael was a graduate of UCLA and was a substitute teacher at Downers North High School . He is survived by his parents, Edna and Henry Atella; his children, Julie Atella and Anthony Atella; brother David Atella; sister Kathleen (Robert) Hutton and brother Paul (Mary) Atella; and nieces and nephews. Mass was celebrated on September 15 at St. Joseph Church , Downers Grove.

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Published by East Cook Life on Sep. 24, 2008.

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