Linda Fay Niemczyk
Dec 13, 2025
Linda Fay Niemczyk, 78, of Streamwood died December 13, 2025. Linda was the beloved wife of Walter "Wally" Niemczyk for 56 years; loving mother of Brian (Kathy) and Shanie Zimmerman; proud grandmother of Courtney, Kaitlynn, Austin, Nicholas, Matthew and Jacob; dear great grandmother of Madison, Averie and Olivia; cherished sister of Donna and Peggy.
Linda was a very active member of...
DonnaLee Cielenski
Dec 13, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of DonnaLee Cielenski who left this world peacefully on the morning of December 13th, surrounded by her family. She was preceded in death by her parents, John and Lorraine Nester, her beloved husband, Robert Cielenski and brother in law Lanny Kimsey. She is survived by her siblings, John Nester (Susan), Kathleen Kimsey, and...
Bobby E. Barker
Dec 13, 2025
Bobby E. Barker, 93, of Bartlett for 57 years, passed away peacefully Saturday, December 13, 2025. A Navy Veteran who served in the Korean War, Bobby was a lifelong carpenter who specialized in home construction. He was an avid high school athlete who achieved many accomplishments. Beloved husband of the late Cappy (nee Pitts); loving father of Jennifer (Brett) Fetzer...
Marcia J. Johnson
Dec 12, 2025
Marcia J. Johnson (nee Knudsen), 85, of Bartlett, passed away Friday, December 12, 2025. Born June 8, 1940, in Davenport, Iowa. Beloved wife of the late Robert; loving mom of Steven Johnson; cherished daughter of the late Robert and Evelyn Knudsen; dear sister of Roberta (Bill) DeGrenier and caring sister-in-law of Randy Johnson. Visitation 3:00pm to 8:00pm on Wednesday, December...
Jean Prettyman
Dec 10, 2025
Jean A. Prettyman, 92, of Schaumburg died December 10, 2025. Jean was the beloved wife of the late Robert Prettyman; loving mother of Bobby (Marilyn) Prettyman, Gloria (Rick) Smart, Gary Prettyman, Judy (Jim) Heffron, Mariann (Daren) Engler and David (April) Prettyman; proud grandmother of Caleb, Julie, Jenny, Jessica, Jillian, Jimmy, Timothy, Joseph, Angela, Ami and Nicole; dear great grandmother of...
Thomas S. Delort
Dec 10, 2025
Thomas S. Delort, a beloved husband, father, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 10, 2025, at the age of 73. Born on November 17, 1952, in Chicago, Illinois, Tom lived in Pingree Grove and previously resided in Hanover Park, where he brought joy and warmth to all who knew him.
Tom is survived by his loving wife of...
Joann Lynn Barnes
Dec 8, 2025
Joann Lynn Barnes, of Streamwood, IL, beloved mother of two boys, David and Bryan Barnes, passed away peacefully on December 8th, 2025. Born September 13th, 1955 in Chicago to Patricia and Ralph Morey. Graduated from Driscoll High-school in Addison in 1973.She dedicated over 30 years working for Pella Windows. Had a passion for designing, photography, serving on a grand jury,...
Eva Nava
Dec 8, 2025
Eva Nava, murió 8 de diciembre 2025. Eva era la esposa amada del difunto Abel Nava; madre cariñosa de Esther, Arturo, Blanca, Alfredo, Jose Luis, Jesus, Delfino, Raul, Rosa, Yolanda, Rigoberto, Juan Manuel, Maria, Jorge y Alonso; abuelita de muchos nietos y bisnietos.
Velorio miercoles, 10 de diciembre 3:00pm - 9:00pm a Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 95 S. Gilbert Street,...
Ann W. Castle
Dec 7, 2025
Ann W. Castle, 71, of Elgin, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2025. Born March 5, 1954, in Elgin. After 20 years in the Postal Service, Ann opened South Side Annies. Then she and her partner, Gene Booker created Bookers Backyard which later moved to South Elgin and became just Bookers. Beloved partner of the late Booker; loving daughter of the...
Diane R. Danese
Dec 7, 2025
Diane R. Danese (nee DaMata), 90, of Elk Grove Village, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2025. An avid world traveler and award winning artist, Diane was a teacher for 35 years at St. Theresa in Palatine. She was a dedicated long time member at Church of the Holy Spirit and active member at Westbrook Senior Living. Beloved wife of the...
Sophie Szlezak
Dec 7, 2025
Sophie (Zosia) Szlezak
(December 12, 1928 - December 7, 2025)
Sophie Szlezak, 96, of Bartlett, passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025. She was born on December 12, 1928 in Tarnobrzeg, Poland. Sophie was a loving and devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. Sophie was the beloved wife of the late John Szlezak; mother of Barbara (Steve) Flamich and the late Thaddeus...
George Frank Kubalewski Jr.
Dec 7, 2025
George Frank Kubalewski, Jr., 70, of Warrenville, formerly of Schiller Park, passed away Sunday, December 7, 2025. George was an Army Veteran and a devout Chicago Cubs and Bears fan. Beloved husband of Angela M. (nee Duoblys); dear step-father of Kenneth Lee (Libby) Jasker, Robert Anthony Jasker, Christina Marie Jasker, and Raymond Arthur Jasker; proud step-grandfather of Jaden Lee, Dylan...
Janette M. Lamb
Dec 5, 2025
Janette M. Lamb (nee Kremer), 77, of Bartlett, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025. Janette was an avid gardener and enjoyed cooking. She was known as a social butterfly and enjoyed time spent with her family, especially her grandchildren. Beloved wife of the late Paul, Sr.; loving mother of PJ (Kristina), Kevin (Alison), Matt (Amanda), and Katie (John) Brash;...
Barbara Diane Pedersen
Dec 5, 2025
Barbara Diane Pedersen, 85, died December 5, 2025. Barbara was the beloved wife of the late Paul Pedersen; loving mother of Tamara (Jeff) Benson and the late Erika Pedersen; proud grandmother of Alexander (Karly) and Bridget; dear sister of the late James Tumilty, Pauline Rotizza and Irene Boehm; fond aunt of many loving nieces and nephews. Barbara was an avid...
Olivia Daley
Dec 5, 2025
With heavy hearts and deep gratitude for a life beautifully lived, we share the passing of Olivia, born July 7, 1940 in Chicago, who left this world at the age of 85—still as spirited, youthful, and full of joy as ever.
Olivia’s greatest pride and joy was her family—especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. If there was a game, competition, recital, or...
Howard O. Chinn
Dec 4, 2025
Howard O. Chinn, age 99, of Morton Grove, passed away peacefully on December 4 in the comfort of his home of more than 50 years.
Born on August 12, 1926, in Duluth, Minnesota, to Wai and Yung Shee Ong Chinn, Howard was raised in Chicago, where he attended local schools and joined the ROTC in high school. He proudly served several...