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Obituary: Theresa M. “Terry” Perrino

A longtime Joliet resident and research analyst passed away at the age of 78.

Obituary published and funeral arrangements entrusted to the care and direction of the Fred C. Dames Funeral Home and Crematory

Theresa M. “Terry” Perrino

Age 78, of Joliet, IL and formerly Schaumburg, IL passed away peacefully in her sleep Wednesday, October 7, 2020. She was born April 17, 1942, to the late Rose (nee Loizzi) and Nicholas Perrino in Melrose Park, IL where she was raised and educated. She received a Bachelor’s degree from Roosevelt University in Chicago.

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Surviving is her dear friend and partner, Nancy Ruby; sister-in-law, Sharon “Jean” Perrino; two nieces, Valerie Cooper and Natalie Perrino; one nephew, Michael Perrino; two great-nieces, Rachel and Caitlyn, and a great-nephew, Chance.

Preceded in death by her parents; one brother, Michael Perrino, and one sister, Marie Loizzi.

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Terry retired from the College of DuPage as a research analyst. She enjoyed the outdoors and traveling.

As it was Terry’s wish, cremation rites will be accorded and services will be private. In lieu of flowers, memorials in her name can be made to the Northern Illinois Food Bank would be appreciated.

For more information, please call (815) 741-5500 or visit her Memorial Tribute at www.fredcdames.com where you can share a favorite memory or leave a condolence.

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