Dr. Roy Kurotsuchi, 97, long-time Obstetrician-Gynecologist in the Chicago area, died December 30, 2024. He resided at the Oaks at Bartlett and previously lived in Elmhurst. Roy was the beloved husband of the late Nancy Kurotsuchi; loving father of Susan, James and Karen (Daniel) Inkelas; proud grandfather of Sonya Inkelas; cherished son of the late Zenichi Kurotsuchi and Fumie Nishii;...
Noreen R. Ware, 82, of Roselle, IL passed away on December 30, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Noreen was born on December 6, 1942 in Shenandoah, IA to her parents William and Eileen Hixson. She met the love of her life, Edward Ware, in third grade and they were married happily for over 60 years. Ed was the only...
Sally A. Devitt (nee Brodd), 91, of Bartlett, formerly of Streamwood, passed away Monday, December 30, 2024. An avid seamstress, Sally took great joy in creating quilts and making gifts for her family. Beloved wife of the late Donald R.; loving mother of Catherine (Ken) McClarey, Donald W. (Javier Navarrete) Devitt, Mark (Nina) Devitt, and David (Jennifer) Devitt; dear grandmother...
Kongkeo “Bee” Vissapra, 52, of Elgin, IL passed away on December 30, 2024. She will always be remembered for her selfless love and generosity. Bee was happiest spending time with her family whether it was trying out something new, travelling to new places, or enjoying the usual eats, shopping or just hanging out. She is the beloved wife of 29...
Steven E. Wilson, 81, of Hoffman Estates, found peace on Sunday, December 29, 2024. Born January 29, 1943 in Chicago. Steven was a veteran of the U. S. Army and proud member of VFW Post 5151. Beloved husband of nearly 53 years to Corinne Wilson (nee Hoover); loving brother-in-law of Anton and Karen Roth and cherished uncle of Alexis Roth...
Neal Edeweard DeBolt, 89, of Bartlett, IL, passed away on Sunday, December 29, 2024. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Bramhall); loving father of Daniel (Christine); dear grandfather of Jason and Jacqueline; proud great grandfather of Madison, Sadie, and Connor. Neal was preceded in death by his parents Walter and Marian (nee Andersen) DeBolt and and his brother Dale DeBolt. Neal...
Sheela Devi, 80, died December 28, 2024. Funeral Saturday, January 11, 2025, 12Noon until time of cremation 2:00pm at Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 950 South Bartlett Road (at Stearns Road) Bartlett. For information (630)289-7575
Mary Beth Eiermann, 70, of Roselle, IL passed away on December 28, 2024. Mary Beth was born on November 30, 1954 in Laurim, MI to her parents Albert and Charlene Dupras. She is the beloved wife of 44 years to George Eiermann; loving aunt of Patrick (Jana) Raymer, Jeff Dupras and Brian Dupras; cherished great-aunt of Sam and Jake Raymer...
Jay T. Cook, a devoted father, husband, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 28th, 2024, at the age of 54. He was surrounded by his family and loved ones. Born on February 9, 1970, in Anacortes, Washington, to Logan and Sandra Cook, Jay was a man of integrity, warmth, and kindness who touched the lives of everyone he...
A visitation will be held on Thursday, January 2, 2025 from 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm at Countryside Funeral Home, 950 S. Bartlett Rd. Bartlett, IL 60103. Interment Lakewood Memorial Park, Elgin, IL. For information, please contact Countryside Funeral Home, 630-289-7575.
John Michael Quirk of Bloomingdale, IL died peacefully in his sleep on December 27th in Fort Myers, Florida. He was born on Tuesday, July 23rd 1935 in Chicago, IL to Rose and Guy Quirk . The youngest of six, he grew up with 5 sisters. On March 27, 1954 he met the love of his life June Fogarty. The two...
Richard H. Groberski, 77, an animal lover, of Las Vegas, passed away Thursday, December 26, 2024 in Las Vegas. Beloved husband for 56 years to the late Karen; loving father of Kimberly(Christine Gustafson) Groberski, David(Mimi), and Jeffrey(Gina); proud grandpa of Aarika Hash and Aidan, Wyatt, and Ava Groberski; dear brother of the late Butch (the late Jan) Groberski and Phyllis...
Sally M. McGuire (nee Schillo), 85, of Schaumburg, formerly of Chicago, passed away Wednesday, December 25, 2024. Sally was a huge Cubs fan who enjoyed wine and entertaining. Beloved wife of the late Alec McGuire and the late Gerald Cooney; loving mother of Dan (Andrea), Tim (Sandy), the late Cheryl (Jeff) Klein, and step mother of Paul (Sharon) McGuire; devoted...
Ofelia Symmonds, 95, of Bloomingdale, IL, (formerly of Naples, FL) passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family on December 23, 2024 Ofelia was born in Guantanamo, Cuba on September 28, 1929 to her parents, Anacleto and Rosalia Martinez; both of the Province of Zamora, Spain. She is the beloved mother of Cassie (Ogie) Dimitrov, Cindy (Matthew) Schranz and Jerry (Amber...
Thomas S. Ainslie “Tom”, son of the late Frederick and Betty Ainslie, was the beloved husband and best friend of the late Florence “Flo,” with whom he shared 14 wonderful years. He was a devoted father to Josh (Stephanie) Ainslie, and grandfather to Laceigh and Brody. A much-loved brother to Mike (Kate) Ainslie and the late Diane (Bob) Diederich, Tom...
Robert J. (Rob) Di Piazza, 49, of Bartlett, formerly of Elgin, passed away Saturday, December 21, 2024. Rob enjoyed the pop culture from the 90s. He was an avid Star Wars fan and sports fan cheering on the Chicago White Sox and the Chicago Bears. Beloved husband of Sandra Chinea; loving father of Isabella (Bella) and Joseph (Joey) DiPiazza;...
Kenneth Gene Francesconi, 87, of Bartlett, passed away December 19, 2024. He is survived by his wife of 65 years, Gloria (nee Mele); loving father of Michael (Dorothy), Michelle (the late Mark) Pacini and Robert (Molly); proud Grandfather of Nicole (Perry) Triveri, Natalie (Shaun) Ratay, Ashlee, Nicholas and Allison; cherished Great-Grandfather of Elliana, Alessandra, Landon, Anthony and Chloe. Nothing...
Myrna J. Schafer, 75, of Itasca, IL passed away on December 19, 2024. Myrna was born on March 30, 1949 to her parents Eugene and Vivian Kleeschulte. She is the beloved wife of the late Gustav P.P. Schafer, loving mother of the late Tanya (the late Dennis) and Shawn (Michele); wonderful grandmother of Kathryn, Shawn, Jr. and Hannah; dear sister...
Normalie Ethel (née Peterson) West, 84 of Hanover Park, died Sunday, December 15, 2024. Normalie was born on November 21, 1940, in Turner County, South Dakota to Norman and Ethel (née Schuttler) Peterson. She treasured that she was born on her mother’s birthday; both were born on Thursday, November 21st at 8:30am. At 19 Normalie was teaching elementary school for...
Marlene J. Dudek, Loving wife, mother, grandmother, great grandmother, and friend to many. Marlene was the daughter of Walter and Irene Gielarowski and grew up in Chicago. She was very close to her 2 brothers, Jerry and Ray, and as a family spent many holidays and vacations together. She met her husband Chester at a Polish dance in 1960, and...