Local Illinois Obituaries
Jerry A Mnacek
May 8, 2024
It is with great sadness that Jerry A. Mnacek (son of Albert & Bessie Mnacek and brother to Martha Kasper) passed away peacefully on May 8, 2024 at the age of 95. Jerry was a U.S. Army Veteran who served in the honor guard and had the privilege to guard the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Washington, D.C. He...
Raymond S Chamberlain
May 5, 2024
Raymond S. Chamberlain beloved husband, father, and grandfather passed away peacefully at home on May 5, 2024. He joins his beloved wife Susan in eternal peace. There will be only one “Chicken” Ray “Mover” Chamberlain. He may have been one of the most selfless men to ever grace our earth. He was loved by anyone that had the pleasure of...
Gerri Helm
May 1, 2024
Gerri J. Helm of Fort Myers, FL passed away May 1, 2024Gerri was the beloved wife of the late Frank Helm; Loving mother of Linda Helm and Kathleen Helm DiLella. Proud grandmother of Kelly (Tom) Ahern, Rachael (Ron) Levy, Nichol (Ray) Collins, and Lindsay DiLella. Also, dearest great-grandmother of Emily, Evan, Brendon, Bryanna, Liam, Noah, Jordan and Justin.Loved dancing,...
Karen Singer
May 1, 2024
Memorial Mass will be on Friday, May10th, 11:30 a.m. at St. Christina Church located at 3342 W.111th Street, Chicago, Il. 60655.
Felix Piekarz, Jr.
Apr 29, 2024
Felix "Phil" Piekarz Jr., age 82, U.S. Army Veteran, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2024. He is survived by his children Kathleen (Dr. John) Elsen, Larry (Tracy) Piekarz, and Julie (Joseph) Gudeman. Grandfather of six: Kaitlyn, Jaclyn, Colin, Paige, Colton and Jaxson. Loving brother of Frank (Dorothy) Piekarz. Uncle to many nieces and nephews.Visitation for Phil Piekarz will be...
Theresa A. Kula
Apr 28, 2024
Theresa A. Kula, age 89, beloved wife of the late Robert G. Kula. Devoted mother of Donna (the late Joe) Ciezki and Lori (Joe) Majchrowicz. Loving grandmother of Lauren (Travis), Nicole (Jason), Joe (Brooke) and Matt (Carrie). Cherished great-grandmother of Elley, Dylan, Jordan and Brayden. Dearest sister of Rose (Jack) Egan. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and...
Marylyn Pollard
Apr 25, 2024
With great sadness, we announce the loss of our beloved mother and wife Marylyn Pollard on April 25, 2024. Predeceased by her parents, Leonard and Ginnie Susmarski, Marylyn’s memory will be honored and cherished by her surviving family. Her loving husband John; her children John (Beth Ann) Pollard, Scott (Mary) Pollard, Tracy Pollard and Debbie (Dave) Pollard Pawlowski will deeply...
Dwight Richard Ekstrom
Apr 12, 2024
Dwight Richard Ekstrom, age 49 years young, passed away suddenly on April 12, 2024. Resident of Chicago, IL. Beloved husband and best friend to Jean nee Rachey-Ekstrom. Devoted son of Allan and Rosalinda nee Torres Ekstrom; loving brother of Drina Ekstrom and Rodney Ekstrom; devoted uncle to Jose Antonio and Tatiana Chopitea, Alexander, Samantha, and Daniel Ekstrom; dearest nephew to many...
Albert Timpf
Apr 11, 2024
Albert Timpf, age 90yrs. resident of Oak Lawn, IL. Beloved husband of Olga nee Tripenfeldas-Timpf; loving father of Susan (Steven) Pohrte and Jenny (Mark) Erdmann; Cherished Papa of Allison and Jamie Erdmann, Amanda (Zachary) Cary and Leah Erdmann; dearest brother of 10 and dear uncle of many nieces and nephews.Family and friends will gather for visitation on Monday, April 15,2024 9:00...
Justine R. Casey
Apr 1, 2024
Justine R. Casey, age 89 years. Passed away peacefully on April 1, 2024She was born to Couno and Rose Fico on October 11, 1934. She was the beloved wife of the late Donald Casey; loving mother of Donald Jr. (Melissa), Joel (Mary) and James Casey; adored grandmother of Aaron and Patrick. Dearest sister of Connie Fico-Thomas, and the late Antonio...
Josephine Joy
Mar 31, 2024
Josephine Joy, age 94 years. passed away on March 31, 2024. Beloved of the late Edward J. Mulholland; loving daughter of the late David and Eva nee Perrin Joy: dearest sister of Irene ( Dominic) Nicosia and the late Marie ( the late Ronald) Carlson, David ( the late Lenora) Joy, Elizabeth Joy, James Joy, Alice ( the late Joseph...
Shirley Ann Dempsey
Mar 30, 2024
Shirley Ann Dempsey, beloved sister, aunt, and friend passed away March 30, 2024, at 80 years old.
She was born March 6, 1944, in Chicago to the late Harold and Elizabeth (Kiaune) Dempsey, the oldest of four sisters, Diana, Pat and Sandra Bort. Shirley loved her family and friends and spending time at the beach in northwest Indiana. She was the...
Lynn K Spielman
Mar 27, 2024
Lynn K. Spielman, nee Grube. Beloved wife of the late Richard J. Spielman. Resident of Palos Hills, IL. Loving mother of James and Thomas (Lori) Spielman and Pamela (Chad) Walker. Cherished grandmother of Thomas & Kaitlyn Walker and Lina, Audra, & Julia Spielman. Dearest sister and aunt of many.Lynn grew up on the south side of Chicago and was a...
Artie C. Cucci
Mar 26, 2024
Artie C. Cucci, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, March 26,2024 surrounded by his loving family.A self-proclaimed "Jack of all trades, master of none", his many certifications and careers included: Being co-owner of car dealerships, barber, carpenter, realtor, firefighter of 27 years, retired Fire Marshal, and a devoted father.
He is survived by his loving wife, Christine, whom he...
Chris J. Drnaso
Mar 22, 2024
Chris J. Drnaso, age 71, resident of Palos Hills, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on March 22, 2024. Beloved husband of Marilyn nee Wrobel; loving father of Nick (Sarah) and Matt Drnaso, devoted brother of Patty (Richard) Koche and Angie (Alan) Steger, and fun uncle to many nieces and nephews.Family and friends are invited to a memorial visitation...
George L Zvonek
Mar 18, 2024
George L. Zvonek, age 77 resident of Tinley Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 18, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.Beloved husband of Loretta nee Bandyk Zvonek; loving father of George (Lori) Zvonek and Barbara Zvonek; BFF and proud Papa of Madelyn; Grandpa of Jorianne, Mallory, and Teddi; devoted son of the late George M. and Anna nee...
Robert Michael Pietruszka
Mar 16, 2024
Robert Michael Pietruszka, age 69, resident of Oak Lawn passed away suddenly on March 16, 2024. Robert, fondly known as Bob or Bobby was born on July 16,1954 to Sophie and Frank Pietruszka. Loving husband of Caroline Pietruszka. Beloved dad (papa bear) of Kristen Pietruszka and the late Keith Pietruszka. Proud Papa of Noelle and Aryka Pietruszka and Jackson Mayer. Dear...
David E. Joy
Mar 6, 2024
David E. Joy, age 66, passed away suddenly on March 6, 2024. Dear brother of Maureen Joy, Thomas Joy (Denise), and William Joy (Laura). Loving uncle to Rebecca Moody (Cale), Kristin Joy (Cody Shipp), Jennifer Joy and Justin Joy (Nicole). Nephew to Josephine Joy, Irene Nicosia (Dominic), Patricia Durkin and Richard Niestrom. Survived by many loving cousins and dear friends.Dave...
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