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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Kelly Kersten
Nov 4, 2021
Kelly Lynn Kersten passed away November 4, 2021 suddenly of natural causes. She was the daughter of the late Joseph and Carolyn Cissel and was born June 5, 1962 in Corpus Christi, TX. Kelly leaves behind her husband of 29 years, Paul, her daughter Ashton Weathington, her granddaughter Cheyanne Taggart, her sister Christy Sproles and brother Phillip Cissel. Kelly spent...
Mary Jayne Overman
Nov 2, 2021
Mary Jayne Overman, 103, of Bartlett formerly of Lilburn, Ga. and Highland Park, passed away peacefully Tuesday November 2, 2021. Beloved wife of the late William; loving mother of Susan(Marvin) Baker, Linda (Michael) Hyde and William Overman; dear grandmother of Susan (Paul) Saliba, Patti (George) Norberg, Douglas (Amanda) Baker, Tim (Teresa) Hyde and Beth (Bart) Wec; fond great grandmother of...
David Martin
Nov 2, 2021
David James Martin passed away unexpectedly at the age of 59 on the morning of November 2nd, 2021. David loved God with all of his heart, mind, and strength. This love was evident in the way that he lived his life and cared for the people around him. He was an amazing husband, father, friend, son, brother, and uncle. To...
Loveleen Lamba
Nov 2, 2021
In loving memory of Loveleen Kaur Lamba December 6th 1948 - November 2nd, 2021 Beloved Wife to Raghbir Singh Lamba, Loving Mother to Amardeep, Jasvinder, Sundeep, Monika, Sukhpaul, and Karishma, Adored Nani and Dadi to Sajan, Maya, Ray and Vihaan Funeral Memorial Service Saturday November 6th, 2021 Countryside Funeral Homes & Crematory 950 S Bartlett Rd, Bartlett, IL 60103 1:00pm...
Marcelo Beltran
Oct 30, 2021
A memorial visitation for Marcelo C. Beltran of Streamwood for 25 years, will be held Saturday, November 6, 2021 4:00 - 8:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Cremation was private at the Countryside Crematory. Marcelo is the beloved husband of 47 years of Maria nee Colin; loving father of Lalis (Jose)...
Dale Fritz
Oct 30, 2021
Dale W. Fritz, Sr, 68 of South Elgin, died Saturday, October 30, 2021. Born March 25, 1953 in Chicago. Dale enjoyed hot rods, especially the Ford Deuce Coupe. He loved Nascar, and all things baseball. He will be missed by his family and friends. Beloved husband to the late Linda; loving dad of Brian (Kelly) McDonald, Dana Hansen, Phil (Ashley)...
Geri Broderick - Composano
Oct 29, 2021
Geri Lynn Broderick-Composano, 59, of Whitewater, WI, formerly Elgin, died Friday, October 29, 2021. Born June 28, 1962 in Elgin. Geri Lynn loved poetry and was an exceptional writer. She enjoyed music especially when she could dance to it, but above all else she loved her family. Beloved mom of Ashley, Kyle (Gina Marcotte), Demeterius (Lindsay) Composano and Katrina Johnson;...
Gertraud Kullmann
Oct 29, 2021
Gertraud Kullmann (nee Kobler), 93, of Bartlett formerly of Elmwood Park, passed away Friday, October 29, 2021. An avid cook and gardener, Gertraud's family and friends were her greatest joy. Beloved wife of the late Richard; loving mother of Ralph (Theresa) and Karin (Lawrence) Griffin; proud grandmother of Athena and Matthew Brewer, Amanda Simmons, Kim, Ryan, and Kelly Griffin, and...
Tyler Storms
Oct 29, 2021
Tyler M. Storms, 21, of South Elgin, died Friday, October 29, 2021. Born November 11, 1999 in Winfield. A veteran of the U.S. Army. Tyler was an avid gamer and loved football. He had an amazing sense of humor that could be sarcastic at times, and a big heart. Tyler cared very deeply for those he loved and he will...
Michael Ragano
Oct 28, 2021
Services for Michael P. Ragano of Roselle since 1972 will be private. Michael is the beloved husband of the late Mary nee Guido; loving father of Kathy (Chris) Horvay, Michael (Jennie) Ragano, Ronald (Dayna) Ragano and Richard (Lynda) Ragano; cherished grandfather of Matt (Shannon) Horvay, Brent Horvay, Brian (Mary), Michael (Margo) , Dina (John Rebmann), Lexi, Niko, Anthony (Erika) and...
Ralph Pennington
Oct 28, 2021
Visitation for Ralph C. Pennington of Pingree Grove, formerly of Elgin will be held Thursday, Nov. 4, 2021 4:00 - 8:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 95 S. Gilbert Rd. (at State St.) South Elgin. Lying in State, Friday, Nov. 5th, 2021 10:00a.m. until time of service 11:00a.m. at Willow Creek Church 67 Algonquin Rd. South Barrington. Following...
Minnie Bishop
Oct 28, 2021
Minnie Lee Bishop (Scott), known better as “Ms. Minnie” went home to be with the Lord on October 28, 2021, at the age of 73. Minnie was born to John Lee Scott and Cornelius Sanders on September 6, 1948 at the Cook County Hospital, in Chicago, Illinois. She graduated high school and earned her Master’s in “life” as a loving...
Terry Rankin
Oct 27, 2021
Terry M. Rankin, 75, of Bartlett, died Wednesday, October 27, 2021. Born July 9, 1946, in Greenfield, Tennessee. Terry was a proud Army veteran having served in the Vietnam War. He was a historian and loved talking politics but what he loved above all else was his family. Beloved husband of 51 years to Lorraine (nee Dulian); loving dad of...
Harriet Jablonski
Oct 26, 2021
Harriet U. Jablonski (nee Zielinski), 99, of Elk Grove Village, passed away Tuesday, October 26, 2021. Harriet devoted her life to telling others about her best friend Jesus and the gift of salvation and eternal life He offers. Beloved wife of the late John; loving mother of Arlene (Darryl) Amick, Janice (Michael) Aiello, Lenore (Loren) Calkins, and Joseph Jablonski; proud...
Richard Schmalzer
Oct 25, 2021
Visitation for Richard E. Schmalzer, a lifelong resident of Chicago, will be held Friday, Nov. 5, 2021 3:00 - 8:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 333 S. Roselle Rd. (1/2 mile south of Irving Park Rd.) Roselle. Funeral Saturday 9:15a.m. to St. Walter Church. Mass 10:00a.m. Following mass, cremation will be private at the Countryside Crematory. Richard is...
Robert Trimarco
Oct 24, 2021
Robert L Trimarco(Bob), 62, of Streamwood, passed away Sunday, October 24, 2021. Beloved husband of 37 years to Pat (Crokin), loving father of son Bobby (Jenny Trimarco), Proud grandfather of Colton and Paisley. Bob is also survived by many nieces, nephews, cousins, and other cherished family members and friends. Bob worked for Spraying Systems as a Quality Control Engineer for...
Marvin Sofferman
Oct 23, 2021
Marvin Sofferman, 82, beloved husband and father. Longtime resident of Bartlett, IL passed away October 23, 2021. Originally from New York City, Born December 3, 1938. He met his wife Eva of 55 years in St. Louis, MO. Marvin is survived by his wife Eva Sofferman; children Elaine (Patrick, Lisa (Stuart), Steven (Jessica); grandchildren Spencer, Maddy, Trevor, Aliyah, Isabella and...
Henry Bernaden
Oct 21, 2021
Henry J Bernaden beloved husband of Carolyn Fay Bernaden(Gilbert) Loving Father of Tim J Bernaden & Jeff J (Christine) Bernaden Devoted Grandfather of Jeremy J Bernaden & Evan J Bernaden Sister Shirley Weaver Sisters-in law Peggy (Tom) Garbacz, Nancy (late Ken) Gilbert And many nieces & nephews Per Henry's wishes, there will be no services
Donna Broaddus
Oct 20, 2021
A beloved daughter, granddaughter, sister, aunt, cousin and friend, Donna Marie Broaddus, Pingree Grove, IL left this world unexpectedly, at 50, on October 20, 2021. Born in Elgin, Illinois on May 31, 1971 to Charles and Geneva (Rhodes) Broaddus, Donna grew up in Hanover Park, where she attended Ontarioville Elementary School, Tefft Middle School, and was a graduate of Streamwood...
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