Obituaries

Recent Obituaries in the Chicago Western Suburbs

Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Bartlett, Streamwood, Roselle, and Elgin, IL area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.

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Walter Griese

Walter Griese

Jun 2, 2022

Walter C. Griese, 83, of Bartlett died June 2, 2022. Walter was the beloved husband of Pat (nee Norek) for 60 years; loving father of Lynn (Chris) Kiel, Kathy Scherff, Tina (Robert) Johnson, Tracy (Jeff) Hrubec; proud grandfather of Mackenzie and Jenna. He will be missed by his 5 furry granddogs Lilly, Sunny, Rosie, Jersey and Poppy. Walter worked for...

Gilbert Carsello

Gilbert Carsello

Jun 2, 2022

Gilbert Peter Carsello, of Hanover Park, husband of Geraldine "Geri", nee DiSalvo; father of James, Cathy Rossi and Vic (Shannon); grandfather of Katie (Scott) Fiedler, Maddie Carsello, Sam and Ben Rossi, Matt, Megan and Madison Carsello. Brother of David (Amy), Suzanne (Donald) Smith and Marianne Carsello Dillard; uncle of many nieces and nephews. Mr. Carsello proudly served his country in...

Roxane Catanzaro

Roxane Catanzaro

Jun 1, 2022

Roxane B. Catanzaro, 46, lost her battle with Alzheimer's Disease on Wednesday, June 1, 2022. Beloved daughter of Paula (the late John, Sr.) Duros and John (Pam) Catanzaro; loving sister of Mike (Michalene) Catanzaro and Meagan (Bill) Mattern; cherished granddaughter of Margaret Byrom; fond aunt of Anthony, Frankie, and Mia Catanzaro and Emma Mattern; dear niece and cousin of many....

Barbara Krenc

Barbara Krenc

May 31, 2022

A memorial Mass for Barbara Elaine Krenc (nee Garis), of West Chicago, formerly of Bartlett will be held Saturday, June 4, 2022 10:30am at St. John the Baptist Catholic Church 0S233 Church St. Winfield. Cremation was private at Countryside Crematory. In lieu of flowers donations to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital www.stjude.org would be appreciated. Barbara was the beloved wife...

Arturo G. Rusiana

Arturo G. Rusiana

May 31, 2022

Arturo Gijapon Rusiana, 90, died Tuesday, May 31, 2022. Born October 24, 1931 in the Philippines. He was the son of †Patricio and †Priscilla (nee Gijapon) Rusiana. Arturo was the beloved husband of Lydia Filipinas Rusiana; Previously married to †Pacita V. Rusiana; Brother of †Antonio, †Josefa, Rosita, Clemencia, Emmanuel and Purisima; Survivors include Francis Constantine (Meda) Denisenko, Arturo, Jr. (Marilou),...

Kathleen Grzelak

Kathleen Grzelak

May 30, 2022

Kathleen "Kathy" Bridget Grzelak (nee Harty), 73, of Bartlett, passed away with her family by her side on May 30, 2022. Kathy was the beloved wife of Jack Grzelak, they had just celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary in April. Loving mother of Jacklyn Grzelak-Boehne, Laura Stace (Chuck), Julie Griffin (Eric), and Jamie Dunn (Rob); proud grandmother of Kyle, Charlie, Kyli,...

Agnesanne Welke

Agnesanne Welke

May 29, 2022

Agnesanne Welke nee Murray, 86. peacefully went home to be with the Lord on May 28th 2022, Agnesanne, affectionately known as "Double A", was born on the south side of Chicago to James H. and Agnes L. ( Flynn) Murray. She was a devout Catholic, and an active parishioner at St. John the Evangelist in Streamwood for 46 years. She...

Edward Smith

Edward Smith

May 28, 2022

Edward L. Smith 83, passed away early Saturday morning May 28th. Ed was a devoted husband and father that lived in Schaumburg for the last 50 years. Before his retirement Ed worked as an auto mechanic for over 30 years. He also served in the U.S. Army from Nov. 1959 to Feb. 1962, where he was stationed in South Korea....

Kurt Sampson

Kurt Sampson

May 28, 2022

Kurt B. "Butch" Sampson, 68, of South Elgin; husband of Janice, nee Eisenbraun; stepfather of Brian(Susan) Hammerton and Elizabeth (David) Smith; papa of Cameron, Carson and Caden Smith; brother of the late Mitzi Sampson and son of the late Arnold and Charlotte. Visitation Wednesday, June 1st, 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 95 S....

Mark Wiszowaty

Mark Wiszowaty

May 27, 2022

Visitation for Mark W. Wiszowaty of Bartlett for 22 years will be held Wednesday, June 1, 2022 3:00p.m. until time of service 7:00pm. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 950 South Bartlett Rd. (at Stearns Rd.) Bartlett. Following services, cremation will be private at the Countryside Crematory. Mark is the beloved husband of 22 years of Linda nee Roth;...

David Dobbelstein

David Dobbelstein

May 27, 2022

David Arthur Dobbelstein age 85 of Schaumburg, Illinois passed away on May 27, 2022. He died from complications from Vascular Dementia with his son and daughter-in-law by his side at the Friendship Village Briarwood Health Care Center. Born January 9, 1937 in Detroit, Michigan, he was the son of the late Arthur and Norma (Eakers) Dobbelstein. Dave obtained his Bachelors’...

Emilia D'Andrea

Emilia D'Andrea

May 26, 2022

Emilia D'Andrea, 92, nee Gallo; of Hoffman Estates and formerly of Chicago; loving wife of the late Domenico, who passed away in 1973; cherished mother of Nick (Charlotte) and Mauro (Carol); dear grandma/Nona of Ellen (Tyler), Dominick (Kasey), Samantha (Aaron) and Kristina (Andrew); caring great grandma of Hunter, Harper, Hadley and Caleb; beloved sister of the late Dominica and proud...

Robert Wunnicke

Robert Wunnicke

May 26, 2022

Bob Wunnicke was born on January 21, 1947, in Chicago. As a young boy he enjoyed playing baseball and football in the neighborhood with his friends. He proudly graduated from Lane Tech High School. Following the footsteps of his father, he worked as a tool and die maker at Western Electric for many years. After dating for four years, he...

Margaret Whiting

Margaret Whiting

May 26, 2022

A Memorial Visitation for Margaret M. Whiting nee Rochau of Schaumburg since 1975 will be held Saturday, June 4, 2022 11:00a.m. until time of service 2:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 333 S. Roselle Rd. (1/2 mile south of Irving Park Rd.) Roselle. Cremation was private at the Countryside Crematory. Margaret is the beloved wife of Gary W.;...

Jeanette Hess

Jeanette Hess

May 24, 2022

Jeanette Hess age 61, passed away at home after a long illness surrounded by her dear family.She was born June 29, 1960 in Chicago to her late parents Anthony and Marie(Curcuro) Chomenko. Marrying in1981 to her beloved Steve. They raised their family of sons Jason, Dean and daughter Nicole in Bloomingdale, IL. She worked for many years at Suburban Podiatry...

Sabrina Kleist

Sabrina Kleist

May 23, 2022

Sabrina B. Kleist, 43, of Hanover Park, died Monday, May 23, 2022. Born June 24, 1978 in Germany. She was the mother or Bianca. Sabrina was a big fan of music and was considered a dog whisperer. She especially loved her dog Xander and her late dog Thor. Despite many challenges, Sabrina had a big heart and cared for everyone...

Ralph Ruiz

Ralph Ruiz

May 22, 2022

Ralph Ruiz was surrounded by his family when he passed away peacefully on the morning of May 22, 2022. Ralph was born October 14, 1948 in Chicago to the late Rafael and Edith (nee Broom). He was a devoted and caring husband of 50 years to Diane (nee Panek), a loving father to Michelle (Marc) Mulvey, and Michael, and his...

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