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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Rashmikant Patel
Apr 18, 2020
Mr. Rashmikant Ishvarbhai Patel (Rudel) (21 August 1947 - 18 April 2020) It is with deep sorrow that we announce the death of Mr. Rashmikant Ishvarbhai Patel in Chicago, Illinois USA on Saturday, 18th April 2020. He was son of the late Ishvarbhai Narsibhai Patel and the late Kamladevi Ishvarbhai Patel and stepson to Savitaben Ishvarbhai Patel. He was husband...
Edwin Janiec
Apr 18, 2020
A memorial service for Edwin S. Janiec of Streamwood, formerly of Chicago, will be held at a later date. Ed is the cherished son of the late Stanley and Adeline Janiec nee Biesiada; loving brother of Theresa Leach, Geraldine Janiec and Richard (Marion) Janiec; dear uncle of many loving nieces and nephews. (630) 289-8054.
Ashok Desai
Apr 17, 2020
Ashok Desai, 64, was born and raised in Nairobi, spent his young adulthood in India and the last 25 years here in the states. He was hard working, enjoyed life to the fullest and loved his family dearly. He is survived by his wife, Hema, sons Snehal (m. Monal) and Vatsal (m. Kristin); mother Pushpaben; sisters Savitri (m. Kirit), Gita...
Daniella Derivera
Apr 16, 2020
Daniella DeRivera(nee Novalich), 94, of Streamwood, passed away Thursday, April 16. Beloved wife of the late Peter; loving mother of Paul(Terry), Kathryn Kristufek-McCord, and Nancy Gibson; dear grandmother of Michael(Rocio) DeRivera, Denise(Mike) Rozwalka, Kim(Tony) Fox, Ken DeRivera, Alexandra DeRivera, Kristin McCord, Leslie(Travis) Rhoades-Green, Jessica Johnson, Oshoto(Thomas) Souza, and Jeremiah Johnson; cherished great grandmother of Ashley Fox, Rebecca DeRivera, Cindy White,...
Dennis Girardi
Apr 16, 2020
Dennis Girardi, age 66, made his transition to heaven on Thursday, April 16th. Dennis touched many lives. He loved his family, his friends, his faith, church and God. Dennis was a passionate man with an infectious laugh. He shared his passion for what he loved with everyone he loved. And he never ever lost his inner child. Dennis loved the...
Jaime Espino
Apr 16, 2020
Visitation for Jaime Espino of Streamwood for 20 years will be held Monday, April 20, 2020 11:00a.m. until time of service 12noon at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Interment All Saints. **Due to current COVID 19 restrictions, a maximum of 10 people will be allowed in the funeral home. Funeral home will...
John Mclean
Apr 16, 2020
John McLean, of Bartlett, beloved husband of Cathy (nee: Vom Brack); loving father of Matthew (Kelly) McLean and Lindsay (Eric) Lutz; dear grandfather of Cameron, Madisyn, Ethan and Colin; caring brother of Karen Dalton; fond son of the late Robert and Anna (nee: Rieman) McLean. Memorials in his name can be made to the Non-Hodgkin Lymphoma Society. https://donate.lls.org/lls/donate When it...
Frances Lieb
Apr 15, 2020
A gathering for Frances B. Lieb nee Costanza will be held Monday, October 4, 2021 10:00a.m. until time of Memorial Mass 10:30a.m. at St. Bernardine Catholic Church 7246 Harrison St. Forest Park. Cremation was private at the Countryside Crematory. Frances is the beloved wife of the late Robert Lieb and John Mattioli; loving mother of Tina (Dennis) Kowski and Terese...
Andrew Kurtz
Apr 13, 2020
On Monday, April 13th, 2020, Andrew S. Kurtz, loving son, brother and uncle passed away at the age of 54. Andy was born in Danville, Indiana on September 1st, 1965. The first son of Ned and Judith Kurtz. Andy loved sports as a teen and was a high school varsity athlete. He went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in...
Erika Isaacson
Apr 12, 2020
A Memorial Visitation for Erika Isaacson, 93, will be held Saturday, September 26, 2020 11:00a.m. until time of prayers 1:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 333 South Roselle Rd. (1/2 mile south of Irving Park Rd.) Roselle. Cremation was private at the Countryside Crematory. **Due to COVID-19 restrictions a max. of 50 people in the funeral home and...
Beverly Kaplan
Apr 12, 2020
Beverly Kaplan, age 94 of Cary passed away on Sunday, April 12 surrounded by her adoring family. She is preceded in death by her parents, Joseph and Fannie Lazovick and 2 sisters, Naomi Binder and Mona Aarons and her husband on 68 years, Bob Kaplan. She leaves behind a twin brother, Paul Lazovick, 4 sons, Bruce (Debra), David (Laura), Ron...
Jennifer Sharpe
Apr 8, 2020
Jennifer E. Sharpe, of Streamwood. She is survived by her sons James Schofield Sharpe, Zachary Thomas Sharpe and John Christopher Sharpe; proud grandmother of Owen; caring sister of Carolyn Jean Malden, Michael Thomas, Audrey Ann Wilson, Kay Lynn Weidermier and Kurt Wanamaker; dear friend of Mary Jane Garvey. Arrangements and cremation were handled by the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory,...
Bozena Szczygiel-Gruszynska
Apr 8, 2020
Bozena Szczygiel-Gruszynska, 89, nee Gierdziejewski, wife of the late Bogdan; mother of Eva (Les) Michalski; sister of Irena; grandmother of Martin (Stacy) and Tom (Annie) and great grandmother of Theodore. Eva simply said her mother lived a good life. Cremation will be private at the Countryside Crematory.
Elizabeth "Betty" Rauch
Apr 6, 2020
Betty A. Rauch(nee Hoff), 78, of South Elgin formerly of Bartlett, passed away suddenly Monday, April 6. Betty loved life, she was always up for an adventure or a reason to get together, and never wanted to miss anything. Her family and friends were so important to her and she would do anything for them. She loved country music, dancing,...
Leo Essick
Apr 6, 2020
Leo C Essick II (Lee), 70, was born in Chicago on October 24, 1949 and peacefully passed away on April 6, 2020. While still a teenager, he obtained his private pilot's license. He graduated from Mt. Prospect High School and continued his education obtaining a degree in aeronautical engineering. He then obtained his commercial pilot's license and worked as a...
Kenneth Bibbiano
Apr 6, 2020
Ken Bibbiano, 70, an avid woodworker who loved fishing of Glendale Heights, passed away Monday, April 6(not from the COVID-19 virus). Devoted husband of Paula(nee Thorson); loving father of Beckie(Rick) Cosgrove; adoring "Poppi" of Brayden, Kamden, Makenna, and Tanner Cosgrove; cherished son of Catherine and the late Marrio Bibbiano; dear brother of Chuck(Lynn) Bibbiano, Pat(Terry) Hall, David(Barb) Bibbiano, and Mary...
Patricia Kippes
Apr 5, 2020
Patricia Anne Kippes of Streamwood IL entered into Heaven on Sunday April 5th 2020, where she will again rejoin her beloved husband Peter. Patricia was born on February 2nd 1939 in Chicago IL and brought 81 years of laughter and joy to those close to her. Patricia is mourned by her children, Mary & Charles Martinez, Peter & Mary Ann...
David Madsen
Apr 5, 2020
A Memorial Service for David Howard Madsen, 72, of Schaumburg will be held Saturday, October 23, 2021 1:00p.m. at Immanuel United Church of Christ 1500 Old Church Rd. Streamwood. David peacefully passed away on Sunday April 5, 2020. David was born April 22, 1947, in Chicago, IL, the son of Eleanor and Howard Madsen. He graduated from Roosevelt High School...
James Bagneschi
Apr 4, 2020
James “Jim” Geno Bagneschi, 75, of Elgin died Saturday, April 4, 2020. Born April 9, 1944 in Chicago. Jim enjoyed bowling and antique cars, especially his 1926 Dodge Brothers. His hobbies included reading, camping, refurbishing antique license plates and 50’s and 60’s rock-n-roll, but his biggest passion was always his family. Beloved husband of 48 years to Kathy (nee Smietana);...
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