Doris Mellinger(nee Oberg), 90, of Harwood Heights, passed away Monday, May 4. A former Eastern Star member and avid casino visitor, Doris enjoyed knitting and crocheting. Beloved wife of the late Robert; loving mother of Linnea Yunke, Lisa Lawrence, Elizabeth(Larry) Lieggi, and John(Connie); dear grandmother of Rebecca, Joshua, Abby, Matthew, Jennifer, Jessica, Joseph, Kristin, and Sarah; proud great grandmother of...
Judith A. Zielinski(nee Suporick), 78, of Elmhurst, formerly of Chicago, passed away Monday, May 4. A devout Catholic, Jude had an amazing sense of humor and enjoyed classical movies and TV. Beloved mother of Linda(John) Barton, Laura Egel, and the late Bob; proud grandmother of Kara, Kaylie, and Joe Contessa, and Jessica and Emily Barton; dear former mother in law...
Shirley Litchfield-Bird, 97, of Bartlett, died Monday, May 4, 2020. She was born August 21, 1922 in Omaha, Nebraska. Shirley loved to sing and devoted her life to music, especially opera. She began her music career early in life in her home town of Omaha, Nebraska with her two sisters, performing as a trio for radio and music venues. She...
Precious Memories Of Wayne Carl Shuster Born into this life October 2nd, 1928 Entered Eternal Life on May 2nd, 2020 Died at the Bella Terra of Streamwood, IL In Celebration of Wayne Shuster’s life, a Private Burial Service will be done later date where Wayne will rest at the Dundee Township Cemetery East in East Dundee, IL Celebrating the life...
Services for Francisco Gomez Casas of Hanover Park for 20 years will be held at a later date. He is the beloved husband of Maria S. Gomez nee Perez; loving father of Sylvia (Apolinar) Gomez, Francisca, Alfredo (Josefina), Rosario, Martin (Monica), Teresa (Crespin) Felix, Diego (Hilda) and Mayra (Saul) Velazquez; cherished grandfather of David, Marissa, Elsa, Sandy, Alonso, Magaly, Samuel,...
Marie L. Gannon, nee Schultz, 95, formerly of Carol Stream; wife of the late Patrick H. Gannon and the late Virgil C. Smith; mom of Jackie (Rich) Schoenwolf, Diane Fromich, Jerry Smith, Patti (Nick) Kamenjarin, Lorri (late Bob) Brinegar, the late James C. (Linda) Smith and the late Michael "Mickey" (Kathy) Smith; grandma of 20; great grandma of many; preceded...
Louis S. Mileusnich, 82, a Navy Veteran, passed away Thursday, April 30. Beloved husband of Millicent(nee Becmer); loving father of Debbie(Mike) Purcell, Dawn Mileusnich, Laura(Marty) Cibich, and David(Lynn); dear grandfather of Kristin and Michael(Laurie) Purcell, Kaitlin, Tim, and Daniel Cibich, and Amanda, Brian(Amber), Sarah, and Lynnea Mileusnich; proud great grandfather of Everett, Charlotte, and Minette; fond brother of Josephine(the late...
Robert "Bob" S. Micek, Sr., 73 of Schaumburg and formerly of Des Plaines; husband of Stella, nee Darlinger; father of Deborah (Walter) Main, Robert, Jr. (Jennifer) and Ursula, nee Micek, Wilson, a daughter in every way; grandpa of Evan, Charles, Gunnar, Joey, Brandon and Keara; son of the late John and Bernice, nee Kubala and stepson of the late Clara...
Laura B. Rogers(nee Bohn), 88, of Bartlett formerly of New Jersey, passed away on Thursday, April 30. A librarian by profession, Laura was an avid gardener, creating beautiful landscapes wherever she lived. She loved to read, never missing the best of current affairs. Up until early 2020, she traveled to New York and England to spend time with her daughters....
Irene B. Mroz(nee Bogacz), 94, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 28 at her Bartlett home surrounded by her son and favorite pups. Born in Chicago, Irene enjoyed riding her bicycle and dancing. Beloved wife of the late Walter whom she met at a dance hall and then married for over 60 years; loving mother of Robert and the late Daniel(Mary...
Rose Marie Giannini (nee Berry), 79, of Hanover Park for over 54 years, died Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at her home. Born April 21, 1941 in Chicago. Rose Marie loved gardening, especially flowers. She was a voracious reader and loved spending time with her family. Beloved wife of 59 years to Joseph, loving mother of Marie Davis, Joe (Denise) and...
Visitaiton for William J. Blanchard, Jr. of Tinley Park, formerly of Frankfort will be held Thursday, April 30, 2020 10:00a.m. until time of service 12noon at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Interment St. Mary Catholic Cemetery Evergreen Park. **Due to current COVID-19 restrictions, a maximum of 10 people will be allowed in...
Gerald (Jerry) Joseph Mullins, passed away at Alexian Brothers Hospital in Elk Grove on Monday April 27, 2020 at the age of 80. Jerry was born the oldest of 13 children to William Mullins and Ruth (Doerr) Mullins on June 1, 1939 in Chicago Illinois. In his teen years, he met and fell in love with Marlene (nee Czeszewski). Jerry...
James Michael Schafer, Jr. "Jimmy" passed away peacefully April 27, 2020 after a long battle with cancer. Jimmy was the cherished son of James Michael Schafer, Sr. and Cara (nee Arrivi); loving brother of Austin; beloved grandson of Thomas Schafer, Sr., Cynthia and Michael Hendrickson, Barbara and the late Dominic Arrivi; dear nephew of Joseph Arrivi, Thomas (Hollie) Schafer, Jr.,...
Lindalee Manden, 77, formerly of Hampshire, enjoyed crocheting, collecting items especially decorative plates, breeding Yorkies and was extremely was dedicated to her family. Loving wife of the late Milo; beloved mother of Teresa and Mitch(Sue)Manden; proud grandmother of Madison "Maddy", Mason(Jess), and Mallory Manden. Cremation was private at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 950 South Bartlett Rd.(at Stearns Rd.),...
John Arthur Flight, formerly a resident of Elmwood Park, passed after a lengthy battle with Alzheimer’s disease. He was 87 years old, born in Forest Park, Illinois, the son of John A and Hannah Flight (nee Schuh.) Everyone that has ever met Jack knew him as a kind and loving man. He was an amazing carpenter and master craftsman for...
Ronald Hoysack, 85, of Bloomingdale, died April 25, 2020. Ronald was the beloved husband of Kathy; loving father of Kimberly (Scott) Pavlock, Eric Hoysack, and Susan (Paul) Okrzesik; proud grandfather of Jessica (Brandon Hebert) Pavlock, Sarina, Caleb, and Amanda; great grandfather of Colton. Ronald, an army veteran, enjoyed spending time with friends and family. His diverse interests included model railroading,...
Donna Mae Perz, Died peacefully Saturday April 25, 2020 at the age of 90. Beloved wife of the late Donald; loving mother of Michael (Sue) Perz, Michele (the late Jim) Canchola and the late David Perz; dear grandmother of Heidi (Jason) Van Rite, Adam (Katherine) Perz, Benjamin (Ashley) Perz, Michael (Timberly) Blake, Sean (Maria) Canchola, Jill (Tom) Canchola and great...
Vito Orseno of Hanover Park, IL, age 64, passed away Friday, April 24, 2020, surrounded by his family after a brief battle with cancer. Vito was born August 26, 1955, in Chicago, IL. Vito loved to entertain and be surrounded by family and friends– whether it was large get-togethers around the holidays or intimate Sunday dinners. He treasured spending time...