Marie R. Donnelli

Marie R. Donnelli, 83, of Rockford, passed away after a lengthy illness on Tuesday, July 4, 2017, at Anam Care. Born in Mystic, Iowa on September 2, 1933; daughter of Emile and Ursula (Kirchner) Fiori. She was a graduate of Rockford East High School, Class of 1951. Marie married Roland A. (Rollie) Donnelli on Oct. 8, 1955. He preceded her in death on Oct. 11, 1997. She was a member of St. Bernadette Church, the Ladies of St. Bernadette and the Giuseppi Verdi Society Women’s Auxiliary.
Marie is survived by her children, Brad (Anne) Donnelli, Dawn (Bill) Pritz, Denise (Scott) Widell, Diane (Joe) Bove, Debbie (Larry) Park, and Bruce (Lori) Donnelli; grandchildren, Greg Donnelli, Kila (Chris) Hittenmiller, Katie (Neil) Tomkus, Ryan Donnelli, Kara (Aaron) Widell, Breanna Bove, Jacob Donnelli, and Joseph Pritz; great-grandchildren, Carsyn, Landyn, Camdyn, and Kember; brother, John Fiori and sister, Barbara Wellman. She is also survived by numerous sisters-in-law; nieces and nephews. Predeceased by her husband, parents and sister, Marilyn.
The family would like to extend their appreciation to everyone at Anam Care for their friendship, care, and support that they gave to Marie and her family, and to the staff at Serenity Hospice.
At Marie’s request, a private service will be held at a later date. Memorial donations may be made to the family for Masses to be said in Marie’s honor, Serenity Hospice & Home, 1658 IL-2, Oregon, IL 61061 or Alzheimer’s Association, 1111 S. Alpine Road, #307, Rockford, IL 61108. Fitzgerald Funeral Home & Crematory, Mulford Chapel, 1860 S. Mulford Road, Rockford, IL assisted the family. To express condolences online, please visit www.fitzgeraldfh.com