Melissa J. Bortoli Nee Cottle Age 64, passed away Thursday August 31, 2017 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home surrounded by her loving family. Survived by her beloved husband of 45 years Mark Bortoli, her two sons Brandon (Julie) Bortoli and Matthew Bortoli, 3 grandchildren Jada, Jonah, and Luke, 2 sisters Doris (the late Ron) Atkinson, Joanne Poynor, a brother James (Debi) Cottle, special nieces Doreen (Derek) Hanc, and Rhonda (Terrence) Sykes. Numerous other nieces and nephews also survive. Preceded in death by her parents Wilson and Dorothy (Nee Shumate) Cottle, and a sister Janet (Fred) Dutter. Melissa was an avid reader and gardener. She was a mother to everyone in her life. Her grandchildren affectionately caller her 'Mommo'. She loved the beach and her dog Tippy. Family will have a private memorial service at the Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood. In lieu of flowers memorials to Joliet Area Community Hospice in Melissa''s name would be appreciated.