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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Joan Miller

Joan Miller

Feb 15, 2016

Joan D. Miller (nee Claussen) formerly of Addison; beloved wife of the late Robert; loving mother of Cathryn (Herbert) Enerson, Cynthia (Scott) Palluth and Mary Ellen (Joseph) DiPadova; cherished grandmother of Kristie, Beth (Andy), Jaime (Steven), Jackie (Jaymin), Cindy (John), Joey (Jamie) and Rachel; proud great grandmother of Addison, Lincoln, Kennedy, Deken and Reece; she was a loving aunt to...

Patricia Kraegel

Patricia Kraegel

Feb 14, 2016

Patricia “Patty” Kraegel, 52, of Bartlett, died Sunday, February 14, 2016 at home surrounded by family. Born February 27, 1963 in Oak Park, IL. Patty dedicated her life to serving others. She was a special education teacher for 30 years in DuPage High School District 88. Upon learning of her illness Patty founded the Patty’s Pals Foundation Ltd. (www.pattyspals.net). Patty...

Mae Pries

Mae Pries

Feb 14, 2016

Mae M. Pries of Elgin formerly of Bloomingdale; beloved wife of 75 years to Marvin; loving mother of Barbara (James) Nendze and the late James (Connie) Pries; cherished grandmother of Judith (Ludvig) Johansen, Kimberly (Christopher) Jones, Alexander (Caitlin) Pries and Alissa Pries; proud great grandmother of Kathryn, Eric and Maxwell; she also leaves behind her dear friend and neighbor Bonnie...

Margaret Kranz

Margaret Kranz

Feb 14, 2016

Margaret Kranz (nee Marturano), 95. Beloved wife of the late Walter; Loving mom of Thomas (Gail) and Patricia Jasinowski; cherished grandma of Kristine (Steve), Thomas (Margarita), Laura (James), Michael (Gina), Jack (Lynn); dear great grandma of Alexeus, Kelsey, Jamie, Erika, Sydney, Ashley, Jay, Amara, Cody (Alyssa), Isabella and Michael; caring daughter of the late Vincent and Margaret (nee Pretzie) Marturano...

Estella Stockmeier

Estella Stockmeier

Feb 13, 2016

Estella “Ruth” Stockmeier, 95, died February 13, 2016. Born July 20, 1920 in Paulding County, Ohio. Beloved wife of the late Frederick; loving mother of Bruce (Cindy), Teresa Jo (Kenneth) Rosenbecker, Carole (Scott) Tiefenthaler and Laurie; cherished grandma of Erik, Benjamin, Brett, Hayley (Alex) and Annaliese; dear daughter of the late Norval and Katie (nee Whiting) McClure and caring sister...

Michael Mchugh

Michael Mchugh

Feb 13, 2016

Michael C. McHugh, 70, of Addison, a religious man who liked writing, passed away peacefully in his sleep Saturday, February 13. Michael loved the Blackhawks, campfires in Rhinelander, doing puzzles, and telling his stories. Dear husband of the late Sandra Lee(nee Knutson); beloved father of Shannon(Jim) Smiley, Bridget(Devin) Glass, and Kelley(Mike) Balice; loving grandfather of Amanda, Nicholas, and Jackson Smiley,...

Joann Beuder

Joann Beuder

Feb 12, 2016

Visitation for Joann A. Beuder nee Ashby of Streamwood, formerly of Chicago will be held Friday, February 19, 2016 3:00 - 9:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Funeral Saturday 10:00a.m. Interment Memory Gardens Cemetery. Born August 29, 1933, Joann died Friday, February 12, 2016. She is the beloved wife of the...

Darlene Wera

Darlene Wera

Feb 12, 2016

Darlene T. Wera nee Cielak, 61, of Streamwood, died February 12, 2016. Beloved wife of Glenn, loving mother of Elizabeth and Andrew; dear sister of Kathy and Christine Cielak; adored daughter of the late Eugene and the late Irene (nee Jankowski) Cielak. An avid reader, Darlene liked crocheting and Winnie the Pooh. Visitation will be Monday, February 15, 10am until...

Cuono Panico

Cuono Panico

Feb 12, 2016

Cuono "Charlie" Panico, of Schaumburg since 1987, died peacefully at home surrounded by family. Beloved husband of the late Suzanne nee Raymer; loving father of Anita (Thomas) Kerzenski and Vincent; cherished grandfather of Erica Parsons, and Tommy Kerzenski; proud great grandfather of Avrie and Ryah Parsons and Nathaniel Kerzenski; dear brother of Vincent, Nick, Antoinette, Carmella, and the late Anthony,...

Philip Holmes

Philip Holmes

Feb 11, 2016

Philip Alan Holmes passed away early Thursday morning, February 11, 2016 after battling pancreatic cancer for more than 3 years. The middle son of the late Harold G. and Florence M. (Laube) Holmes, Phil was born April 13, 1946 in Chicago. Survivors include: wife Ruth Mensing, brothers Richard and Roger (Sharon) Holmes, sons Eric and Jeff (Carrie) Holmes and granddaughter...

Dorothy Tomasiewicz

Dorothy Tomasiewicz

Feb 11, 2016

Dorothy J. Tomasiewicz (nee Tutalak), 83, of Streamwood, died February 11, 2016. Born a leap year baby on February 29, 1932 in Chicago. Dorothy enjoyed spending every minute she could with her family, especially her grandchildren. Beloved wife of the late Robert; loving mom of Cheryl (William) Tiritilli - Sorg and Paul (Christine); cherished grandma of Michelle (Charles), Krysten “Kiki”...

Terence O'Brien

Terence O'Brien

Feb 10, 2016

Terence O'Brien of Roselle; beloved husband of Theresa Shaughnessy O'Brien (nee Gambino); loving father of Eric (Karen) Shaughnessy, Michael (Michele) Shaughnessy and Kathryn (Peter) Audette; cherished grandfather of Aiden, Ethen, Olivia, Conner, Logan and Evan; dear brother of Mary (Paul) Foster, John (Deanna), Margaret (Bill) Steiner, Thomas (Chris), Ellen and Nora; many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday, February 19th...

Elvis Iroegbulem

Elvis Iroegbulem

Feb 9, 2016

Elvis N. Iroegbulem, 49, of Streamwood passed away Tuesday, February 9. Elvis was born in Nigeria and was a people person who enjoyed helping others as well as politics, Sunday shopping, technology, and reading. He was an avid sports fan particularly of football, soccer, and wrestling. Beloved husband of Tracy Allison(nee Lasisi); loving father of Allen, Tracy, Vanessa, and Elvis,...

Robert Chapple

Robert Chapple

Feb 9, 2016

Visitation for Robert "Bob" Joseph Chapple of Streamwood since 1973 will be held Saturday, February 13, 2016 11:00a.m. until time of service 2:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Cremation was private at the Countryside Crematory. Born June 18, 1947 in Chicago, Bob died Tuesday, February 9, 2016. He is the beloved...

Edward Orlos

Edward Orlos

Feb 9, 2016

Edward T. Orlos of Bloomingdale; beloved husband of 68 years to Rita (nee Styx); loving father of Catherine Pledger, Patricia (Andrew) Mosher and Nancy (the late Alan) Michael; cherished grandfather of Jeff, Steve, Kelli, Nicole, Michael, Marc, Thomas and Catherine; proud great grandfather of 12; dear brother of the late Helen and Ceile. Visitation Friday, February 12th at the Countryside...

Jill Alcozer

Jill Alcozer

Feb 8, 2016

Jill Anne Alcozer (nee Erikson) 48, of Chicago passed away suddenly on February 8th. Jill was the cherished daughter of Donald and Carolyn Erikson (nee Wischmeyer). She married the love of her life, Roberto Alcozer, and felt blessed to become part of the extended Alcozer family. Jill was adored by sisters Wendy Erikson Anstine (Todd) and Kristi Aldag (Matt) and...

David Schmidt

David Schmidt

Feb 7, 2016

David C. Schmidt, 83, died February 7, 2016. David was the beloved father of Souksana (Menchie) Sopha. Visitation Thursday February 11, 10:00a.m. until the time of cremation 1:00p.m. at Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory. For information (630)289-7575.

Marlene Gordon

Marlene Gordon

Feb 7, 2016

Marlene Gordon nee Dawson, of Streamwood, died February 7, 2016. Beloved wife of the late James Andrew; loving mother of Daniel (Sharon), Pamela (Gary) Weisse, and Timothy (Deb); proud grandmother of Dwayne, Wesley, Carl, Heather, James, Benjamin, and Amanda; cherished great grandmother of 10; dear sister of Carl (Juanita) Dawson, Jean (Clayton) Dickerson, Judy (Don) Rose, and Beverly (Billy) Colston;...

Paul Walek

Paul Walek

Feb 7, 2016

Paul Alan Walek, 59, of Carol Stream, died Sunday, February 7, 2016 at his home. Born March 20, 1956 in Chicago. Paul enjoyed being on the water, gardening and spending time with his family. Beloved husband of Denise (nee Krus); loving father of Cheryl and Adam; cherished son of John and Margaret (nee McHugh); fond brother of Mark, John and...

Donald Mcclay

Donald Mcclay

Feb 7, 2016

Donald R. McClay, 92, of Elgin for over 60 years, was born October 1, 1923 and called home Sunday, February 7, 2016. Donald was best known in the Fox Valley area as a cement contractor and square dance caller. In his early years he served as an officer for the Rural Youth Club in Kane and DuPage Counties and organized...

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