Robert J. Tortorelli, 73, of St. Leonard MD, passed away on October 31, 2008 in Prince Frederick, MD.

Robert was born November 16, 1934 in Pittsburgh, PA to the late Joseph A, and Mary Helen Tortorelli.

Beloved husband of the late Gloria M. Tortorelli, devoted father of Debbi Graham and her husband David of St. Leonard, MD. Grandfather of Brittany and Cody Graham, he is also survived by his brothers, Joseph A. Tortorelli and his wife Johanna and William C. Tortorelli and his wife Ann.

A graveside service was held on Saturday November 1, 2008, 1:30 PM at Chesapeake Highlands Memorial Gardens, Port Republic MD with Deacon Jack Etzel officiating.

Memorial contributions may be made to the American Heart Association P.O. Box 5216 Glen Allen VA.

Arrangements by Rausch Funeral Home, Port Republic, MD.