Maria E. Giannini, nee Raffanti, Born in San Ginese, Italy, September 19, 1920 , Passed away in Chicago, IL November 3, 2015, Age 95; beloved wife of the late Armando; loving mother of the late Gemma Giannini (Bill Schultz); dearest aunt of Dano, Romano, Giuseppe, Marisa and Lubiana; dear cousin of Giulietta Raffanti. Maria will be missed by all of those who knew her, including her family and friends, both here in America and in Italy. Family and Friends to meet, Tuesday, at St. Francis Borgia Chapel, 8025 W. Addison, Chicago, Mass 11 a.m. Entombment All Saints Cemetery, Des Plaines. In lieu of flowers, donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital would be appreciated. Arrangements by The Elms Funeral Home 708-453-1234 or www.elmsfh.com