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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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Michael Moravec
Jun 6, 2017
Michael E. Moravec passed away at the age of 43 on June 6, 2017. He was born on October 4, 1973 in Hinsdale, IL. Mike and his wife, Jennifer (Johnson) Moravec were married on December 7, 2002 in Benson, MN. Mike and Jennifer resided in Streamwood, IL with their two children Madison Grace (12) and Zachary Michael (10). Mike was...
Alexander Contreras-Rogers
Jun 6, 2017
Alexander “Alex” Julian Contreras-Rogers, 25, of Hanover Park. Born October 3, 1991 in Winfield. Alex was a proud 2016 graduate of the University of Illinois, Champaign. He was well read and enjoyed being involved with medical research which was a major focus of Alex’s while attending U of I. He enjoyed music and basketball and was a true friend of...
Lucille Czarney
Jun 5, 2017
Lucille Frances Czarney, nee Janiszewski, of Roselle, formerly of Downers Grove and Chicago; wife of the late John S.; mother of Joan (Dan) Kausak of Roselle and Ron (Wendy) of Seattle and the late Robert; grandmother of Danielle (Brian) Kulpit, Johnna and Jonathan (Stacy); greatgrandmother of Brooke and Brandon Kulpit; sister of the late Edwin (late Christine), Mary, Henrietta (late...
Rudolph Janota
Jun 5, 2017
Rudolph C. Janota, Jr, 77, of Bartlett, IL, died, Monday, June 5, 2017. He was born August 3rd, 1939 in Berwyn, IL to Rudolph & Mildred. He married Donna Cappaert on November 5th, 1966 and recently celebrated 50 years of wedded bliss. He is survived by his son, Jeffrey, daughter, Jennifer (Janota) Poindexter, wife of Mitchell Poindexter, and daughter Julie...
Carlos Rivera
Jun 4, 2017
Carlos Rivera, Sr.,71, of West Chicago, Beloved husband of the late Norma Iris (nee:Colon); loving father of Naomi Deleon, Maritza (Jared) Hiltscher and Carlos Jr.; dear grandfather of Bobby Garcia, Giovanni Deleon, Jonah Deleon, Jacob Hiltscher and Mila Hiltscher; he is survived by 9 siblings and was preceded in death by 4 siblings; fond uncle to many nieces and nephews....
Joan Thiel
Jun 3, 2017
Joan Thiel (nee DeNight) of Schaumburg; beloved wife of 63 years to Arthur; loving mother of Lori Thiel, Deanna (Jim) O'Brien and the late Kevin (Diane Thiel-Sharp); cherished grandmother of Nathan, Emily and Rebekah; proud great grandmother of Kennedy, Eisley and Matilda Louise; dear sister of Cathy, Mary, Bill, Terry and the late Joe and Ruth. Visitation Saturday, June 10th...
Richard Johnson
Jun 3, 2017
Visitation for Richard Jay Johnson of Roselle since 1962 will be held Thursday, June 8, 2017 4:00 - 8:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 333 S. Roselle Rd. (1/2 mile south of Irving Park Rd.) Roselle. Lying in State Friday 9:00a.m. until time of service 10:00a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church 405 S. Rush St. Roselle. Interment Forest Hill...
Louis Lucas
Jun 3, 2017
Louis F. Lucas, of Schaumburg, formerly of Berwyn, wonderful husband for 56 years of Jerilynn, nee Kohout; dear father of Mark (Jennifer), Sandy (Jeff) Clear and Charisse (Donald) Foy; cherished grandpa of Emily, Faith, Kaitlin and Kristen; beloved brother of the late Charlie (Lois), late John and the late Lucille (late Richard) Bican; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews....
Dawn Sutherland
Jun 2, 2017
Dawn Marie Sutherland (nee Steinke) of Elgin formerly of Hoffman Estates; beloved wife of the late Russell. Loving mother of Brian (Nora) and Christopher (Nicki); cherished Gigi of Kaydra, Jackson, Dalton, Rylen, Owen and Lanna; dear friend of the Culver, Bartosik, Pope, Snyder and Boulos/Kurth families. Dawn enjoyed her trips to Mexico and eating Mexican food, cherished her grandchildren, had...
William Bardeleben
Jun 2, 2017
William C. Bardeleben of Elgin, formerly of Chicago. Beloved husband of the late Carol; loving father of Janeen (Michael) McGreal; William (Heather) Bardeleben; Kristyne (William) Greco; and the late Darlene. Cherished grandfather to Molly, Michael, Jack, Ashleigh, and Caroline. William is now with our Lord, is free from pain and can breathe deeply. He is also happily joined with his...
Eleanor Meyo
May 31, 2017
Eleanor Josephine Meyo (nee Ambrosi), 93, passed away May 31st, 2017 in Bloomingdale, IL. She was born March 1st, 1924 in Cleveland, OH to the late Michael and Vigenchi Ambrosi. She was the beloved wife of the late Daniel Joseph Meyo for 39 years; loving mother of Roberta A. Meyo-Hinson and Daniel M. (Jeannine) Meyo; cherished grandmother of James M....
Charlotte Hughes
May 28, 2017
Charlotte L. Hughes (nee:Caboor), 96, of Bartlett. Beloved wife of the late John A.; loving mother of Susan Hughes, John (Lorri) Hughes and the late Patricia Hughes; dear grandmother of John (Kris), Brad (Nicole), Derek (Ruth) and great grandmother of Hanna, Max and Dylan; fond sister of Leona (the late Robert) Lamczyk, the late Catherine (the late Bill) Billings, the...
Michael Jensen
May 28, 2017
Michael Christopher Jensen, 24, formerly of Roselle, passed away Sunday, May 28. Michael genuinely loved his family and friends and cared for them deeply. He was compassionate to all people and appreciated their diversities in culture, religion and ethnicity. Michael loved nature and cared about the environment and worked to protect it. This immense love for the outdoors brought him...
Kathleen Sullens
May 26, 2017
Kathleen A. Sullens (nee:Lipan), 60, of Schaumburg. Beloved wife of Brooks; loving daughter of the late Norman and Helen Lipan; dear sister of Sue Walz, Karen (Dennis) O’Shea and Michael (Karen) Lipan; fond aunt to many nieces and nephews and daughter in law of Rolla and Shirley Sullens; she will also be greatly missed by her dogs T-Bone and Sara....
Elaine Shepherd
May 26, 2017
In loving memory of Mrs. Elaine F. Shepherd; a loving wife and mother and a great friend to many. Elaine passed away on May 26, 2017 at the age of 79 leaving her husband Vernon, her son Michael Blair, her daughter-in-law Diana Blair, wife of her late son Quinton, her cousins Howard Roberts and Howard Busch, her best friend Geraldine...
Geraldine Schweitzer
May 25, 2017
Visitation for Geraldine A. Schweitzer nee Meyers of Hoffman Estates, formerly of Wheeling will be held Thursday, June 1, 2017 10:00a.m. until time of service 12noon at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Interment Mt. Emblem. Geraldine is the beloved wife of the late Robert; loving mother of Terrell (Joe) Digiorie and Barbara...
Roy Dooley
May 24, 2017
Roy Allen Dooley, 77, of Medinah, died Wednesday, May 24, 2017 at his home. Born December 30, 1939 in Alton. Roy was a fun loving individual with a great sense of humor. He loved fishing and boating, especially at the Lake of the Ozarks, and was well known by the neighborhood kids for his homemade ice cream. Most of all...
Judy Neider
May 23, 2017
Judy Lee Neider, 70, Beloved wife of the late Joseph; loving mom of Lisa (Valorie) Barksdale, Ron (Carly) Barksdale and the late Lee Barksdale; dear grandma of Diana (Troy), Jason(Kayla) and great grandma of Alex and Adia.
William Lavalie
May 23, 2017
William T. Lavalie of Elgin for 20 years formerly of Des Plaines; beloved husband of 58 years to Sharon (nee Marshall); loving father of John; dear brother of Ann (Stephen) Schar; proud uncle of Daniel (Cathi) Schar. William was a member of Elmhurst Model Railroad Club, a lifeguard on Lake Michigan for many years and accomplished competitive swimmer. Also, past...
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