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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Phyllis Romeo

Phyllis Romeo

May 7, 2021

Phyllis Romeo (nee Pallone) born August 16, 1942, at rest May 7th 2021. Preceded in death by the love of her life James Sr., her parents Edward and Mary Pallone(nee Messana), and her brother Edward. Phyllis is survived by: her sons James II and Chris (Cheryl)(nee Orenstein), her grandchildren Edward, Nicole, and Natanya. Her sister Annette(Al )Reamer, and sister in...

Francis Zielinski

Francis Zielinski

May 7, 2021

Francis R. "Frank" Zielinski, 93, a devout Roselle resident, passed away Friday, May 7, 2021. A WW II Navy Veteran, Frank was an avid Cubs fan and bowling enthusiast who was a long time board member of the Roselle Historical Society. Frank was very involved in the Roselle Community serving as Village Trustee and longtime Roselle School District #12 Board...

Carole Libbe

Carole Libbe

May 6, 2021

Carole S. Libbe, 63, of Elgin died May 6, 2021. Carole was the beloved wife of James Libbe for 39 years; loving sister of Heather (Dan) Lutsch and Jim (Susan) Camberis; dear sister-in-law of Robert (Patrice) Libbe, John (the late Tina) Libbe, Catherine Libbe, Susan (Stephen) Smid, Francis (Margaret Daley) Libbe and the late Margaret (Sue Putman) Libbe; proud aunt...

Carole Christmann

Carole Christmann

May 5, 2021

Carole lived a great life. Born in blue island, ill Passed away in schaumburg may 5, 2021. She had such a great love for animals, so it is only fitting that she almost always had a good buddy in her life and continued to have one until the moment she passed! She was also very talented and had many skills,...

Paul Vargas

Paul Vargas

May 5, 2021

Paul Vargas of Weeki Wachee, Florida was born on March 11, 1945 in Gary, IN and passed away on May 5, 2021. Paul was a United States Marine Corp Veteran and served in the Vietnam war. Beloved husband of 47 years to June; loving father to sons, Pablo (Lori), Tony (Lisa), Harold (Terry) and daughter, April (Kim); proud grandpa to...

Margaret Kingsbury

Margaret Kingsbury

May 4, 2021

Margaret E. Kingsbury (nee Guetzow), 86, of Chicago, died Tuesday, May 4, 2021 in Northlake. Born August 6, 1934 in Chicago. Margaret enjoyed shopping and good food but what she loved most was her family. Beloved wife of the late Lloyd; loving mom of Michael (Judi), Steve (Patty), Kathy and Paul (Paula) Maggiore; cherished grandma of Natalie, Mikey, Jennie, Joseph...

Milagros Morgan

Milagros Morgan

May 3, 2021

Services for Milagros O. Morgan nee Oliveras of Streamwood, formerly of Mt. Prospect will be private. Milagros is the beloved mother of Xiraida (Lance) Carson and Amora Ayala; doting grandmother of Abrianna Krueger, Akeylah Carson, Andres Fernandez, Alicia Martinez, Jose and Jaslene Ayala; cherished daughter of Milka and the late Jose A. Oliveras Vargas; dear sister of Maria D. (Benjamin)...

Maricela Lopez

Maricela Lopez

May 2, 2021

Maricella M. "Mari" Lopez, 48, of Elgin, died Sunday, March 2, 2021. Born March 21, 1973 in Arlington Heights. Beloved wife of Eduardo; loving mom of Gabriel, Marcos, Elizabeth, Daniel, Max and Elianna; cherished grandma of Elias, Levi, Alec and Annalia; dear daughter of Gloria Silva and kind sister of Antonio, Angela and Alicia. Visitation 3:00p.m. until time of service...

Dominic Campasano

Dominic Campasano

May 2, 2021

Dominic Campasano, 91, of Bartlett, passed away Sunday, May 2, 2021. Dominic was an avid handyman who enjoyed old Westerns and was known for his loyalty and devotion to his family. Beloved husband of 71 years to Marian (nee India); loving father of Benedetto (Elvira) and Rosemary (Tonino) Metallo; dear grandfather of Dena Campasano, Trisha (Timothy) O'Toole, Anthony (Samantha) Metallo,...

Antonio Romero

Antonio Romero

May 1, 2021

Antonio Romero, 61, died Saturday, May 1, 2021 surrounded by family. Born April 8, 1960 in Mexico. Antonio is survived by his wife of over 30 years Cristina (nee Rodriguez); children Rubi (Enrique Morales) Romero, Antonio (Lupe), Daniel (Ina) and Isabel (Dan) Surillo; grandchildren Jacqueline, Enrique, Marisa, Sophia, Christopher, Sarah, Damien, Aliyah, Daniel, Giancarlo, Aramis, Amira, Natalia, Andres, Vicky and...

Brian "Bear" Klotsch

Brian "Bear" Klotsch

Apr 29, 2021

Rest in peace Brian Allen Klotsch Jr, also known as Bear. He was a loving son, brother, father and friend. He now rests in the eternal arms of our Heavenly Father and will no longer feel pain. Bear was known for his bubbly and sporadic persona, and loved to be outside and in nature. His favorite things to do were...

Donald Chovanec

Donald Chovanec

Apr 29, 2021

Don was born on May 31, 1931 in Chicago Illinois, to parents Stephen Chovanec and Ruth (Straley) Chovanec. As a youth, he attended Harrison Technical High School, shortly after musician Benny Goodman, and columnist Irv Kupcinet. Don served in the US Navy aboard the USS Briareus, a repair ship out of Norfolk Virginia , completing his service in the mid...

Victor Siedleski

Victor Siedleski

Apr 26, 2021

Services for Victor F. Siedleski Jr. of Elgin since 2006 will be held at a later date. A long time martial arts teacher, Victor is the beloved husband of 22 years of Laura Siedleski nee Brown; cherished son of Victor and Margaret Siedleski nee Crockard; loving brother of Susan (Phillip) Hovis; dear uncle of Frederick Zimmer and Kelly Meyer. He...

Gordon "Gordy" Freeman

Gordon "Gordy" Freeman

Apr 26, 2021

Gordon "Gordy" Freeman, 74, a dedicated family man, avid bowler, and lifelong Cubs fan of Bartlett, formerly Chicago, passed away Monday, April 26, 2021. Cherished husband of the late Susan (nee Johnsen); dearest father of Michael (Audrie) and Scott (Cristi); proud grandfather of Charlie, Jack, Chase, and Ava; loving son of the late Martin and the late Helen (nee Culver)...

James Nicoletti

James Nicoletti

Apr 25, 2021

James Anthony Nicoletti, 74, died April 25, 2021. James was the beloved husband of Ruth for 34 years; loving father of Traci (Mark) Bowgren and Jennifer Nicoletti; dear stepfather of Mark (Michelle) Schilling, John (Meri) Schilling, Jennifer Schilling and the late Daniel Schilling; proud grandfather of Samantha, Zachary, Jordan, Nicole, Jonathan, Hunter and Jase; devoted great grandfather of Evan, Emma...

Hernani Leandicho

Hernani Leandicho

Apr 25, 2021

Hernani B. Leandicho, 65, of Elgin passed away peacefully at home on April 25, 2021 after a courageous battle with cancer surrounded by loved ones. He is the beloved husband of Jackie for 31 years; loving father of Renan Jay, Rona May (Ron) Gatdula, Rosel Ann (Joey) Barhoumeh and Randy Jim Leandicho; proud grandfather of Isaiah Hernani and best friend...

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