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Darlene Giannini

Date of Death: August 9, 2019

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Pruzin Brothers Funeral Service - Merrillville
6360 Broadway
Merrillville, Indiana 46410
Wednesday 8/14, 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm

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Service
Calumet Park Cemetery
2305 West 73rd Avenue
Merrillville, IN 46410
Thursday 8/15
Pruzin Brothers Chapel
6360 Broadway
Merrillville, IN 46410
Thursday 8/15, 9:30 am

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Mass
SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church
5885 Harrison Street
Merrillville, IN 46410
Thursday 8/15, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

DARLENE GIANNINI (nee Spotilla), age 74, of Merrillville, passed away on Friday, August 9, 2019.

 

She is survived by her husband of 50 years: Pete; three children: Deon (Scott) Lemmons, Peter (Jennifer) Giannini, and Eddie (Ed) Giannini; seven grandchildren: Brett, Luke, Nate, Maria, and Gianna Lemmons, Heidi and Hattie Lynn Giannini; sister: Debbie (Rick) Heile; Sister-in-law: Jeanette (late Gerald) Fage; brother-in-law: Matt Witczak; and her many nieces and nephews.

 

She is preceded in death by parents: George and Helen Spotilla; sisters: Judith Spotilla, Diane Spotilla, and Dawn Witczak.

 

Darlene was a long-time member of SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church.  She was a eucharistic minister and sang in the funeral choir.  She was a retired nurse having worked at Methodist Hospital, Ross Clinic, St. Anthony’s, and Community Hospitals.  Darlene was a graduate of Andrean High School, Class of 1963 and of Holy Cross School of Nursing.

 

Family and friends may gather at Pruzin Brothers Funeral Service (6360 Broadway, Merrillville) on Wednesday, August 14, 2019 from 2:00-8:00 P.M. with a prayer service at 7:30 P.M.  Prayers will be said at Pruzin Brothers Chapel on Thursday, August 15, 2019 at 9:30 A.M.  A Mass of Christian Burial will follow at SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church (5885 Harrison St., Merrillville) at 10:00 A.M. with Fr. James Meade officiating.  At rest: Calumet Park Cemetery.

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Visitation
Pruzin Brothers Funeral Service - Merrillville
6360 Broadway
Merrillville, Indiana 46410
Map
Wednesday 8/14, 2:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Service
Calumet Park Cemetery
2305 West 73rd Avenue
Merrillville, IN 46410
Map
Thursday 8/15
Pruzin Brothers Chapel
6360 Broadway
Merrillville, IN 46410
Map
Thursday 8/15, 9:30 am
Mass
SS. Peter & Paul Catholic Church
5885 Harrison Street
Merrillville, IN 46410
Map
Thursday 8/15, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

DARLENE GIANNINI (nee Spotilla), age 74, of Merrillville, passed away on Friday, August 9, 2019.   She is survived by her husband of 50 years: Pete; three children: Deon (Scott) Lemmons, Peter (Jennifer) Giannini, and Eddie (Ed) Giannini; seven grandchildren: Brett, Luke, Nate, Maria, and Gianna Lemmons, Heidi and Hattie Lynn Giannini; sister: Debbie (Rick)Continue Reading

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Camille (Delich) Haluska left a message on August 16, 2019:
Darlene and I have been friends from Junior Highschool and beyond. I just heard of Darlenes passing. Very sadden to hear this. I will always remember her joyess Contagious laugh and smile. Rest in Peace my friend Darlene. Condolence go  to her Family. I will keep you in my thoughts and prayers. 🙏🏾
Stacey (Durr) Cochran left a message on August 15, 2019:
We send our thoughts and prayers to you and your family during this difficult time. I'm so sorry for your loss.
Bob & Cathy Kepshire left a message on August 14, 2019:
We send our thoughts and prayers to Pete, Deon, Peter, & Eddie.  Mitzi was a very special lady who we loved.  Her warmth and sense of humor was beyond compare. May the angels carry her to paradise and may perpetual light shine upon her. Love, Bob & Cathy
Bert Martinez left a message on August 13, 2019:
Darlene you were always supportive and kind. I will always remember your smile at church. Your family is blessed to have you in their lives. Peace.
Chris Davis left a message on August 12, 2019:
Pete, your family is in our thoughts and prayers.
Peace of mind is a call away. We’re here when you need us most.
Tim Mitsdarffer left a message on August 12, 2019:
Pete, Jen and girls, I’m so sorry for your loss. I’ve never met your mom, but I’m sure that she was a great mother having seen the way that Pete turned out You did a great job raising this kid! He turned out to be a very kind and caring person and father.
Peggy Werner left a message on August 11, 2019:
Darlene will be greatly missed!!  She was a wonderful loving person!!  She gave Rebecca her first ride in a convertible!!  May She Rest In Peace!!
Lydia (Trinoskey) Kochan left a message on August 10, 2019:
Darlene was a kind, giving and funny friend. We lived a block apart in Glen Park, IN. We often visited each other and always had so much fun. We just clicked, I think it was our personalities that worked so well for both of us. Lots of laughs, just about anything. My condolences to Pete and their children. I know she will be missed and never forgotten. Rest in Peace my friend. Lydia Kochan
Tommy Sarafin left a message on August 10, 2019:
Mr. Giannini, Deon, Peter, and Eddie , I am sorry for your loss. I cherish all the memories and am forever grateful for the times that your wife/mother went above and beyond for me in my childhood. She was a kind , generous and loving person. May her memory be eternal .
Geisen Funeral Home left a message:
Please accept our deepest condolences for your family's loss.
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