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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Richard Lorek

Richard Lorek

Oct 9, 2020

Richard C. Lorek, Jr, 69, of Elgin passed away October 9, 2020. Richard was the beloved father of Richard C. Lorek III (Jamie Ramsden); brother of Tom (Terry) Lorek, late Patt Gucciardo, and the late Diana Decker; cherished son of the late Richard C. Lorek, Sr. and Anna (nee Kuzius); he will be missed by his ex-wife Adrene Lorek. Richard...

Ethel Kozoyed

Ethel Kozoyed

Oct 9, 2020

Ethel ”Sue” Kozoyed, 89 of Streamwood, IL died October 9, 2020 in Rochester MN at Cottagewood Senior Living Community. Sue was born November 27, 1930 in West Blockton Alabama. Sue had spent the last 12 years living with her daughter Veronica Vale and her family in Rochester, MN. She is survived by her children: Karen (Dean) Moose, Suzanne (Jim) Turner,...

Curtis Medine

Curtis Medine

Oct 7, 2020

Curtis C. Medine, 82, of Hanover Park, died Wednesday, October 7, 2020. Born August 12, 1938 in Chicago. Curtis was a veteran, have served in the U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force. Curtis was a hard worker having spent most of his life in the trucking industry. After retirement he enjoyed spending as much time with his family as he...

James Palicki

James Palicki

Oct 6, 2020

James Palicki, 76, of Schaumburg Il went to the big fishing hole in the sky on 10/06/20. He was survived by the catch of his life, Caroline of 55 years of marriage. Together they had 6 kids; Jill Palicki, Joy Palicki (future son in law, Wayne Lyng), Jimmi (Megan) Palicki, Jessica (Joe N.) Nugent, and Josh Palicki. 12 grandchildren, Spencer,...

Nora Pun

Nora Pun

Oct 6, 2020

Nora H. Pun (nee Yeung), 92, of Roselle, died Tuesday, October 6, 2020 at home. Born September 13, 1928 in Hong Kong. Nora worked full time before retirement. She enjoyed knitting, gardening and was an accomplished cook but the two most important things in her life were her Christian faith and her family. Beloved wife of the late Andrew; loving...

Annmarie Ackerley

Annmarie Ackerley

Oct 5, 2020

Annmarie Claire Ackerley(nee Alyea), 47, of Roselle, passed away suddenly Monday, October 5, 2020. An avid Cubs fan known for her bright smile, Annmarie was an accomplished senior life underwriter for RGA Insurance. Beloved wife of 26 years to William "Bill"; loving mother of Anthony and Thomas; cherished daughter of August and Mariann(nee Diganci) Alyea; dear sister of Gina(Strat)Kalamaris, Nicole(Ben)...

Dennis Hampton

Dennis Hampton

Oct 4, 2020

Dennis Robert Hampton was born to Dennis M. Hampton and Joyce E. Thomas on October 12, 1972, in Hamilton, OH. Dennis peacefully transitioned into his eternal rest on Sunday, October 4, 2020 in Hanover Park, IL. Dennis was a track star in high school as well as at Bowling Green State University in Bowling Green, OH where he graduated with...

Basyli Waniuk

Basyli Waniuk

Oct 4, 2020

Basyli "Bill" Waniuk, 81, died October 4, 2020. Basyli was the beloved husband of the late Lydia; loving father of Sharon Riemer; proud grandfather of Christina (fiancé Jonathan Wessinger) Riemer and Olivia (fiancé Joe Donnelly) Riemer; dear brother of Nadia, Olga, Vera, Ted and the late Mike; he will be missed by many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday, October...

Jeannette Browning

Jeannette Browning

Oct 3, 2020

A memorial service for Jeannette D. Browning nee Bermundo will be held at a later date. A resident of Schaumburg since 1988, Jeannette is the beloved wife of 40 years of Jim; cherished daughter of the late Juan and Ellen Bermundo nee Rosa; loving sister of Bella (Tom) Kope; loving aunt of Jared (Jenna) Kope, Janessa (Rich) Kope-Allen, and Justine...

Kim Ash

Kim Ash

Oct 3, 2020

Kim M. Ash, nee Raeside, 57, of Bartlett and formerly of Elmwood Park; mom of Nikki (Charlie) Viviano and Christopher (girlfriend Melissa); partner in life, for the past 13 years, of Chris Davis; grandmother of, the soon to be brought into this world, Peyton Viviano; daughter of Jack and Irene Raeside; sister of Kathy (Joe) Menella; aunt of Alex Menella;...

Jeffery Selvick

Jeffery Selvick

Oct 2, 2020

Jeffery Scott Selvick, Sr. 60, of Streamwood; husband of Jacque, nee Maddox; father of Bryan and Jeff, Jr. (Jenn); grandpa of Aidan and Reagan; brother of Robert, Jr. (Linda), Kary (John) Meilahn and Stewart; son of Diana and the late Robert; cousin of many and constant companion of the family dogs Diesel, Ruger and Rogue "Minnie", cats Kitty and Bella....

Aidan Lawlor

Aidan Lawlor

Oct 2, 2020

Aidan James Lawlor, 14, died October 2, 2020. Aidan was the cherished son of James and Lisa Lawlor; loving brother of Lily Lawlor and Tommy Lezon; dear grandson of Bonnie and Bill Lawlor, the late Tom and Cathy Lezon; beloved great grandson of Miss Ellie. Aidan will be missed by his bird Kiwi, dog Jetta and 2 tarantulas Mr. E...

Anna Abraham

Anna Abraham

Oct 1, 2020

Ann Abraham, was born November 7, 1929 and as she often told, in a cab on the way to the hospital. She was one of eight children born to the late Zaia and Almas Malham. Ann was a longtime resident of Streamwood, IL, moving there from Chicago with her family in 1965. She was a loving wife to Ben for...

Elizabeth Kohlbach

Elizabeth Kohlbach

Sep 30, 2020

Services for Elizabeth Ann Kohlach nee Konczak of Elgin, formerly of Brookfield will be private. Elizabeth is the beloved wife of the late Walter; loving mother of Debbie (Tony) Al Puma and William; cherished grandmother of Carolynne, Krysten and Taylor; proud great grandmother of Ashton, Simon, David and Mikey; dear sister of Ronnie, Jerry, Dan, Jerome, Susie and Patricia; many...

Dennis Hansen

Dennis Hansen

Sep 30, 2020

Services for Dennis N. Hansen of Hanover Park since 1969 will be private. He is the beloved husband of 53 years of Karen R. nee Pickar; loving father of Scott (Jeannine), Michael and Chris (Marta); proud grandfather of Michael, Daniel, Amanda, Hope, Olivia, Katie and Julia; dear brother of Donald (Janina), Richard (Sandra), Carole (Mike) Read and the late DuWaine...

Laurie Slimak

Laurie Slimak

Sep 29, 2020

Laurie Slimak (nee Szajek), 56, of Bartlett, died Tuesday, September 29, 2020. Born December 30, 1963 in Chicago. Laurie enjoyed traveling with her family, especially to theme parks. Laurie was a cherished nurse within the medical community. She will be missed by her family and friends. Loving wife of Patrick; loving mother of Jacqueline and Andrew; daughter of Betty (nee...

Laila Shirkey

Laila Shirkey

Sep 29, 2020

Laila Shirkey, nee Salem, 51, passed away unexpectedly. She is survived by her son Ryan and daughter Adele, parents Musa and Rubelia Salem, uncle Mike (Miriam) Salem. She was preceded in death by her sister Susan. Visitation Friday, October 2nd, 8:00 am until time of prayers 9:30 am at the Countryside Funeral home and Crematory 1640 South Greenmeadows Blvd. (at...

Melba Cobb

Melba Cobb

Sep 28, 2020

Visitation for Melba Cobb nee Milano of Streamwood, formerly of Elk Grove Village, will be held Tuesday October 6, 2020 3:00p.m.until time of service 8:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Following services cremation will be private. **Due to COVID-19 restrictions a max. of 50 people will be allowed in the funeral...

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