Obituaries

Nov 5, 2025

Marilyn Finn, of Streamwood, IL, passed away on Wednesday, November 5th, 2025. Born in Oak Park, IL, on April 9th, 1949, Marilyn lived a life filled with love, warmth, and devotion to her family and community.

Marilyn attended Sienna Catholic High School in Oak Park, where she established the roots of faith and friendship that would carry her through a life...

Nov 5, 2025

Jeanne M. Clark (née Justman), 85, of Bartlett for over 54 years, passed away peacefully Wednesday, November 5, 2025. Born in Dubuque, Iowa, Jeanne began charming those around her early on, even being named homecoming queen at Dubuque Senior High. She carried that same warmth, humor, and easy kindness throughout her life. Jeanne’s adventurous spirit then led her to live...

Nov 4, 2025

Sharon Lee Herbert (nee Kilberry), 85, a resident of Gilberts, IL, passed away peacefully Tuesday, November 4, 2025. Sharon was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She gave of her time to her faith and her extended family. She is preceded in death by her husband Ron, son John, great-granddaughter Madison, brother William, sister-in-law Carol and her parents....

Nov 3, 2025

In Loving Memory of Theresa A. Ptaszek (née Layman)

Theresa A. Ptaszek, 90, of West Chicago, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 3, 2025. Born on May 16, 1935, in Chicago, she was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life was marked by faith, generosity, and love for family.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Edward Vincent;...

Nov 3, 2025

Rita VonDeBur (nee Motley), 87, a resident of Roselle for 28 years, passed away peacefully Monday, November 3, 2025. Rita was an avid football fan who was known by the Knights of Columbus for her superb chili. Beloved wife of the late Harold; loving mother of Harold (Linda), Stephen (Kathi), Brian (Maureen), Regina Mugnolo, David, Clara (John) Witmer, and Theresa...

Nov 2, 2025

Wayne G. Atwater, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at the age of 92. Born on June 22, 1933, in Ohio, Wayne's life was a testament to dedication, hard work, perseverance, applied skills honed over a lifetime and the will to never give up.

Wayne lived over the years in: Cleveland, Madison,...

Nov 2, 2025

Doris Lee Crawford, of South Elgin. Loving mother of Rex (Jenny), Steve, Jodi, the late Tony and the late Danny; dear grandmother of Jeff, Samantha, Ryan, Dana, Ashlyn, Tyler, Alyssa, Autumn, Jacob and great grandmother of 12; fond sister of Francis Cline, Virginia (the late David) Varney, Bill (the late Connie) Colemen, Betty (the late John) Finkbone, Paul (the late...

Nov 1, 2025

Anthony Richard Borrico, 44, of St. Charles died November 1, 2025. Anthony was the beloved husband of Nicole (Rog); loving father of Matthew, Nathan and Alyssa Borrico; cherished son of Anthony Borrico and Laura Jo Borrico; dear brother of Wendi (Pete) Barth; fond uncle of Riley and Camden Barth. And cousins to Amy & Krysta and many more. Anthony was...

Oct 29, 2025

Dorothy J. Accorsi, 95, of Elgin, Illinois, passed away on October 29, 2025 in her home surrounded by family.

She was born February 11, 1930 in Northland, Wisconsin, the daughter of Albert and Gertrude (Lonnen) Johnson. She was predeceased by her husband, Dominic, her parents and all nine of her siblings.

Dorothy had three children, Wanda Accorsi Milne, (William Milne), Cynthia Runta,...

Oct 29, 2025

Mary Lou “Lulu” Alaia, 91, formerly of Bensenville, died October 29, 2025. Mary Lou was the beloved wife of the late Salvatore; loving mother of Sue (Jeff) Skender, Chris (Marisol) Alaia, and Rose (Jaime) Abaroa; proud grandmother of Jenny (Kyle Benson), Emily, Noah, Hanna and the late Nicky; dear sister of the late Phillip Jacobs, Jr.

Mary Lou was a giving...

Oct 28, 2025

Dr. Roy Steven Scheck, Jr. died peacefully in his home in Itasca on October 28th, 2025, surrounded by his loved ones and memories. Born May 2nd, 1952, to Elaine Scheck and Roy Scheck, Sr., Roy was a lifelong Itasca resident who remembered, as a child, roaming its magical streets and alleys. Although Roy left Itasca to attend Campion High School...

Oct 27, 2025

James Thomas Richert, Jr., 86, was reunited with his beloved wife Noreen on October 27, 2025. James was the loving father of Deborah (Fiancé Chris Houlis) Nemec and James(Robin Geller); proud grandfather of C.J. Nemec, Mitchell Nemec, Kristi (Brian) Huckins and Tyler Nemec; dear great grandfather of Lyla Nemec; dear brother of Jerry Richert, Joanne(Tony) Kopacz, Tim(Sue) Richert, Kathy(Les) Hunt...

Oct 26, 2025

Murriel Jean (Larson) Riedesel departed this earthly life October 26, 2025 after battling a version of

Parkinson’s for several years. She was 87 years old.

Born on September 15, 1938 in Rochelle, IL to parents Hazel and Oscar Larson and sister to younger brother

Arlen. Her parents preceded her in death in 1992 and 1999 respectfully, followed by her brother in 2014.

Murriel devoted...

Oct 26, 2025

Richard "Dick" George Schweers, 90, died October 26, 2025. Dick was the beloved husband of Shirley (nee Miller); loving father of Dan (Linda) Schweers, John (Mary Ann) Schweers and Jill (Patrick) Loftus; proud grandfather of Sarah (Eric) Abeln, Rebeccah (Danny) Manson, Benjamin (Stephanie) Schweers, Matthew (Olivia) Schweers, Anneke (Johnny) Miller, Andrea Schweers, Jack Schweers, Eric Loftus, Christopher Loftus and the...

Oct 25, 2025

With a heavy heart, we announce the death of Frank Anthony Miciunas of West Chicago, Illinois, born in Chicago Illinois. He passed, surrounded by family, to join his beloved wife, Eleanor, on October 25, 2025 at the age of 93. He was predeceased by: his parents, John and Veronica Miciunas; his brothers, Johnny, Fr. Tony, and Al, and his sisters...

Oct 24, 2025

Lisa Medendorp, age 56 of Bartlett, IL, passed away suddenly on Friday, October 24, 2025. She was born on September 18, 1969 in Chicago, IL to the late Raymond and Cindy Shipley. Lisa graduated from the National College of Chiropractic with a Doctorate in Chiropractic Medicine. She married Dan Medendorp on June 16, 2001 and had four children who were...

Oct 24, 2025

It is with a heavy heart, we announce the peaceful passing of James Martinson, who left us on October 24, 2025 at the age of 77. Jim was born in Melrose Park, and moved to Villa Park in the early 1950s with his parents and two older brothers. He wed Rita on April 11, 1970 and survived 55 years of...

Oct 24, 2025

Hershel Gaston Clark Jr, 91, of Streamwood for 41 years, passed away Friday, October 24, 2025. Born December 4, 1933, in Walkertown, West Virginia. Hershel was a veteran of the U.S. Army who earned the Purple Heart while serving during the Korean Conflict. He was an avid Chicago sports fan who was very outgoing and gracious with his time. He...

Oct 23, 2025

Ricky M. Romano, 70, of Elgin, passed away Thursday, October 23, 2025. Born July 7, 1955, in Chicago. Rickey enjoyed fishing and was even competitive at one time. He enjoyed traveling the United States with his wife Liz. Rickey was also part of a large online community that participated in “Star Trek Fleet Command” where he built friendships from around...

Oct 23, 2025