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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Joseph Nugent

Joseph Nugent

May 19, 2021

Joseph Michael "Mike" Nugent born on 9/3/1935 and passed away peacefully, at home, on 5/19/2021, surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Elsie, nee Dunphy; loving father of Deborah (Veo) Campbell, Steven (Mary), Catherine Crowell, Victoria (Mike) Rundquist, Joseph, Patricia (Michael) Vacura and Julie (Greg) Mayer; grandfather of 16 and great grandfather of 19; brother of George Chiaro; preceded in...

Ronald Della Penna

Ronald Della Penna

May 19, 2021

Ronald J. Della Penna, 81, passed away on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. Ron was a resident of The Oaks in Bartlett (formerly Clare Oaks) for the past eight years where he enjoyed having friendly conversations with the staff and other residents. Ron was born in Chicago to Xavier D. Della Penna and Thelma M. Della Penna (nee Cox) on September...

Charles "Chuck" Kofink

Charles "Chuck" Kofink

May 17, 2021

Charles P. "Chuck" Kofink, 79, of Hanover Park, passed away Monday, May 17, 2021. An Army Veteran, Chuck was an avid gardener and Cubs fan who enjoyed crossword puzzles and travelling, proud to have visited all 50 states. Beloved husband of 53 years to Linda (nee Johnson); loving father of John (Karen), Kenneth (Debbie), and Carol (Michael) Nemcik; dear Papa...

Marilyn Krevis

Marilyn Krevis

May 16, 2021

Marilyn was born on May 7, 1933 and she died peacefully at home on Sunday May 16, 2021. After Bill died she made her home with "the girls" (even though we alllllll know that Will was her favorite) and lived as a family with her daughters Lori and Kathy for 14 years. There was a lot of laughing and fun,...

James Lamberty

James Lamberty

May 16, 2021

Memorial Visitation for James W. Lamberty of Wheeling, originally from Des Plaines will be held Friday, May 21, 2021 4:00 - 8:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 333 S. Roselle Rd. (1/2 mile south of Irving Park Rd.) Roselle. Prayers and Eulogies 7:00p.m. Jim grew up in Des Plaines and excelled at sports at an early age. He...

Jose Cortes

Jose Cortes

May 15, 2021

Jose L. Cortes, 53, of Hanover Park died May 15, 2021. Jose was the beloved husband of Balbina Rojas; loving father of Jose, Dafne and Karen. Jose enjoyed grilling, horse riding and dancing. Visitation Wednesday May 19, 12Noon until time of service 3:30pm at Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 950 South Bartlett Road (at Stearns Road) Bartlett. Following services cremation...

Dale Sipple

Dale Sipple

May 15, 2021

Dale Sipple, 58, of South Elgin, died Saturday, May 15, 2021. Born September 9, 1962. Dale was a Harley enthusiast. He enjoyed camping and racing but his biggest passion was his family, especially his grandson Keegan. Beloved husband to Bonnie (nee Scrivens); loving dad to Alex, Andrew and the late Danny; cherished grandpa to Keegan; dear son of the late...

Christopher Petitte

Christopher Petitte

May 14, 2021

Christopher Petitte, 19, of Bartlett, son of Jennene; brother of Aaric, Sam, Angie and 1/2 brother Ricky; grandson of Mary and the late Samuel; true friend to many. Chris enjoyed skateboarding and listening to music. He wanted to go to trade school in the future and loved being with his close friends and enjoyed making them laugh. Memorial visitation Friday,...

Dolores Mcneil

Dolores Mcneil

May 12, 2021

Dolores Sophie McNeil (nee Havlicek) was born December 18, 1930 and passed away Wednesday, May 12, 2021. Dolores was raised on the Neilsville, WI farm. She moved to Chicago to work at Sunbeam then moved to Streamwood in the 1950s to raise her 2 sons John, Jr. and Don. Dolores had her own beauty salon and a home ceramics business...

David   E. Mendoza

David E. Mendoza

May 12, 2021

David E. Mendoza, 40, of Elgin and formerly of New Lenox, Streamwood, Algonquin and Hanover Park. Son of David and Cynthia, nee Klement; brother of Christopher (Samantha), Jamie (Christie) and Sherri (John) Williams; grandson of Joan (late Kenneth) Klement; great grandson of the late Gertrude Kawell; uncle of Alaina, Jazmyn, Alexis, Braxton, Tyton, Camden, Gage, Briella, Mason and Mila; great...

Shirley Clifford

Shirley Clifford

May 11, 2021

Shirley G. Clifford (nee Eichholz), 96, died Tuesday, May 11, 2021. Born December 21, 1924 in Cicero. Shirley enjoyed reading and walking with her friends, but her biggest passion was always her family, especially her grandkids. Beloved wife of the late Patrick; loving mom of Kathleen (late Gary) Kremholz, Regina (Richard) Skelnar, Terry, Christine Campbell, Daniel (Diane), Maureen (Phil Hoss)...

Gloria Freeto

Gloria Freeto

May 11, 2021

Gloria Jean Freeto (nee McElmeel), 81, of Roselle formerly Medinah, passed away Tuesday, May 11, 2021. Gloria enjoyed baking with and caring for her grandkids, playing Bridge, frequenting Book Club, and most importantly spending time with her family and friends. Loving mother of Rick Comstock, Randy (Bobbi) Comstock, Patty (Mark Allen) Preston, Linda (Paul) Walter, and the late Mark Freeto;...

Lorraine Latoria

Lorraine Latoria

May 11, 2021

Lorraine Julia Latoria (nee Bavacose-Barry), 92, entered eternal life Tuesday, May 11, 2021. Chicago born, March 18, 1929, she grew up in Norwood Park, IL graduating from Norwood Park elementary & Taft High School, Class of 1946, before the family moved to River Grove. As taught by her Vermont native born mother Gertrude, Lorraine loved the outdoors, walking & picnicking...

Chester Trayman

Chester Trayman

May 10, 2021

Chester A. Trayman, 84, of Bartlett, passed away Monday, May 10, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Carol (nee Schade). Proud father of the late Gary E. Trayman and his spouse and most dear son-in-law Angel V. Trevino and the late Michael Trayman; brother-in-law of the late William (Donna) Schade and cousin of Joan and Warren Messimore and their son...

Ethan Morgan

Ethan Morgan

May 10, 2021

Visitation for Ethan Axel Morgan of Hanover Park will be held Saturday, May 15, 2021 3:00 - 9:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Following visitation, cremation will be private at the Countryside Crematory. **Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, 50 people will be allowed in the funeral home and masks are required....

Maria Bertoncello

Maria Bertoncello

May 9, 2021

Maria Giovanna Bertoncello (nee Ribichini), 85, died May 9, 2021. Maria was the beloved wife of the late Gino Bertoncello; loving mother of Adriana (Frank) Carbonara, Sergio (Darci) Bertoncello and Fabiana Bertoncello; proud grandmother of Michael (Krista), Mark, Bianca, Anthony, Ava, Sydney and Jonathan; cherished great grandmother of Rosie and Joey. Maria loved cooking, spending time with her family, listening...

Theodore Hammond

Theodore Hammond

May 9, 2021

Visitation for Theodore "Ted" Hammond of Streamwood for more than 20 years will be held Friday, May 14, 2021 3:00 - 9:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Funeral Saturday 9:15a.m. to St. John the Evangelist Church. Mass 10:00a.m. Following mass, cremation will be private at the Countryside Crematory. **Due to current...

Steven Naples

Steven Naples

May 9, 2021

Steven R. Naples, 60, of Bartlett; fiance of Patricia Gremo, father of Michelle (Eric) Buckner and Joe Naples; grandfather of Hailey, Cameron and Jackson; brother of Michael (Louise) Naples, Laura Zenker and the late Nick (Pam) Naples; son of the late Thomas and Connie and uncle of many. A celebration of Steve's life will be held Saturday, May 15th, 4:00...

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