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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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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Robert Kostuk
Apr 25, 2021
Robert "Bob" Kostuk, 77, of Bartlett (47 years) and formerly of Bethel Park, PA and Addison; husband of nearly 53 years to Bonnie, nee Lantvit; father of Dr. Brian (Cynthia) and Joanne (Robert) Wachholder; grandfather of Madeline, McKenzie, Jason and Zachary; brother in law of Dale (Neil), John (Gail), Peter (Maria), late Ignatius "Paul" and late Mary Anne (late Vince)...
Vincent Mochocki
Apr 23, 2021
Vincent F. Mochocki, 69, of Streamwood, died April 23, 2021. Vincent was the beloved husband of Monica for 39 years; loving brother of Harriet (the late Curtis) White, James, George (Kimberly), John (Patricia), Richard (Gina), Barbara and the late Henry (Christine); cherished son of the late Stanley and Irena; dear son in law of the late Walter and Josephine Sporek;...
Kristine Dreyer
Apr 22, 2021
Kristine Marie Dreyer (Krissy) was born on December 24, 1976 (our Christmas surprise) in Elk Grove Village, Il to Edward L Dreyer and Lucy R Dreyer (nee Goworko). She died on April 22, 2021. Krissy is survived by her parents, her brother, Michael (Amy); her nephew, Daniel; her niece, Madeleine; her stepmother, Judi; her stepsister, Becca; and many aunts, uncles...
Khay Sengdara
Apr 22, 2021
Khay Sengdara, 83, died April 22, 2021. Khay was the beloved wife of the late Kha Sengdara; loving mother of Phoxay (Somphit) Nedtavong, Sam Sengdara, Bee Sengdara and Diamondbay Sengdara; proud grandfather of 10 and cherished great grandfather of 2. Visitation Saturday May 1, 1:00pm until time of cremation 4:00pm at Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 950 South Bartlett Road...
Maximillian Mcallister
Apr 22, 2021
Visitation for Maximillian Israel McAllister of Hoffman Estates will be held Saturday, May 1, 2021 2:00 - 5:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 333 S. Roselle Rd. (1/2 mile south of Irving Park Rd.) Roselle. Following visitation, cremation will be private at the Countryside Crematory. Born February 7, 1989 in Arlington Heights, Max grew up in Elk Grove...
George Mikasen
Apr 20, 2021
George Mikasen, 96, of Bartlett died Tuesday, April 20, 2021. Born December 23, 1924 in Benwood, West Virginia. A veteran of the U.S. Army having served in WWII. George was an employee for Motorola for over 40 years. He enjoyed reading, gardening, golfing, being nicely dressed and all things sports. He will be missed. Beloved husband of 50 years to...
Joseph Lenoci
Apr 19, 2021
Memorial visitation for Joseph Michael Lenoci of Streamwood for 29 years will be held Saturday, May 22, 2021 10:00a.m. until time of service 12noon at the Hoosier Grove Gazebo 700 West Irving Park Rd. Streamwood. Inurnment will be private at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. Cremation was private at the Countryside Crematory. Joe is the beloved husband of 26 1/2 years...
Kathleen Ficcardi
Apr 19, 2021
Kathleen Cabrini Ficcardi, nee Connelly, 69, of Streamwood and formerly of Chicago; wife of Terry (for the past 29 years); mother of Catherine and John Ficcardi, Adam (Jo Ann) Higdon and Bryan (Heather) Higdon; grandmother of Olivia, Reese and Gunnar; sister of Judy (Jack) Brault, Mary (Mike) Gargaro, Michael (late Candy) Connelly, Colleen Temesvari and Maureen (Dave Kakuris) Connelly and...
Souvanny Phonlasouk
Apr 19, 2021
Souvanny Phonlasouk, 73, died April 19, 2021. Visitation Saturday, April 24, 1:00pm untl time of cremation 4:00pm at Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 950 South Bartlett Road (at Stearns Road) Bartlett. **Due to covid-19 restrictions all visitors are requried to wear a mask. We are operating at limited capacity, please be prepared to pay your respects and move on so...
William Burger
Apr 18, 2021
William (Bill) Vernon Burger, Jr., 59, passed away on April 18, 2021. He lived in his trailer in West Chicago, IL. and worked as an electrical salesman. He loved sports, which included rooting for the White Sox and Chicago Bears. He also looked forward to fishing in Canada with his father and friends. But there was no doubt that his...
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