Aug 23, 2024

Linda Zaverdas, 71, of Streamwood, IL passed away on August 23, 2024. Linda was born on January 5, 1953 in Chicago, IL to Ralph and Carmella Cimino.  Linda is survived by her beloved husband of 41 years Jimmy; loving sister of Tony (Ginger); cherished aunt of Christie (Mike), Michelle (Steve), Brother in Law of Rick, Kimberly (Reggie); great-aunt of Alexa,...

Aug 22, 2024

James Scott Kaeseberg, beloved husband, devoted father, and Navy veteran passed away suddenly on August 22, 2024, at the age of 58.

Born on January 14, 1966, in Chicago, Illinois, Scott was the beloved son of James and Jane Kaeseberg. He grew up with a deep love for his country and a strong sense of duty, which...

Aug 22, 2024

Donald J. Manikas, 82, of Westmont, formerly of West Chicago, passed away Thursday, August 22, 2024. An avid Green Bay Packers fan, Don was a skilled carpenter who built his family home and was a project manager for large Chicagoland construction projects. He enjoyed driving a school bus in his retirement years after his career. Beloved father of Don (Kim)...

Aug 21, 2024

Daniel “Dan” Hess, 67, of Streamwood, died Wednesday, August 21, 2024, at home. Born June 26, 1957, in Oak Park. Dan enjoyed auto racing and all things cars. He was very patriotic and a proud member of the NRA. He will be missed. Beloved son of the late William and Gladys Hess; loving brother of David (Sheri) Hess, Catherine (Mike)...

Aug 21, 2024

Evelyn “Eve” L. Schultz (nee Spoczynski) 78, of Streamwood, IL passed away peacefully in her home on August 21, 2024. She was born in Chicago, IL to Louis and Gertrude Spoczynski. Evelyn graduated from  Robert A. Waller High School in 1963. She was preceded in death by her parents and her son Brian. Left behind to cherish her memory is...

Aug 20, 2024

Mary Virginia McCray Smith was born on May 23rd,1935 in Hopkinsville, Kentucky from the union of Arthur McCray and Mary Frances Cattlett.  Sisters Loretta and Marie McCray die at birth and her mother die when Mary was an infant. Mary was a toddler when her grandmother Mattie and husband John Montgomery moved her to Chicago Heights, Il. 1938. Mary graduated...

Aug 20, 2024

Joyce D. Mikasen, age 88, of Bartlett passed away peacefully on August 20, 2024. She was born in Glasgow, Scotland and spent most of her early years in that beautiful place. However, she was eventually bitten by the travel bug and moved to Germany to work for Motorola. It was there that she met the love of her life, George....

Aug 20, 2024

Dorothy Anne Meyer (nee Lyons, 83, of Roselle, died August 20, 2024. Dorothy was the beloved wife of the late Donald E. Meyer; mother of Deanna (Mike) Addyman; proud grandmother of Donnie and Charlotte; dear sister of the late Ambrose Lyons, Jr., and the late Mary Ellyn Lyons. Burial will be private at All Saints Cemetery.

Aug 17, 2024

Janina Kosek, 96, of Roselle since 1979, died peacefully on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at home. Born March 23, 1928 in Poland, Janina survived Nazi occupied Poland and Siberian concentration camps. She also lived in the Middle East, Kenya and the UK before coming to the United States. She enjoyed sewing, traveling and spending time with her family. Beloved wife...

Aug 16, 2024

Claudia Weber (nee Umlauf), 85, of Streamwood, IL passed away on August 16th, 2024 at The Oaks at Algonquin surrounded by her family. Claudia was well-known as a lunch-mom at Heritage Elementary School, serving as the neighborhood safe-haven for those who needed a place to go, and for adoring children. Claudia proceeded in death by her parents, Rudolph and Claire;...

Aug 15, 2024

Norma O. Kokaska (nee Gubitz), 97, died peacefully with her Jesus by her side Thursday, August 15, 2024. Born August 9, 1927, in Chicago to Adolph and Olga Gubitz. Norma grew up on the west side and graduated from Luther Institute, married the love of her life, William Kokaska on August 14, 1948. Norma was very social, enjoying plays, playing...

Aug 15, 2024

Jack M. Karlov, 73, of Bartlett died August 15, 2024, surrounded by loving family. Jack was the beloved husband of Susan Karlov (nee Tadel); loving father of Alyson (Justin) Kline, Jeffrey (Lisa) Karlov, and Kyle Karlov; and proud grandfather of Jack, Jillian, Isabelle, Connor, and Julia. Jack found the most joy in spending time with family. He was also, a...

Aug 15, 2024

Wayne Edward Bessette died on Thursday, August 15th at the age of 95. Wayne was a good man who was loved deeply and will be missed dearly by his family. Wayne grew up in Oak Park, IL, and graduated from IIT. Wayne was married to June (McDonough) Bessette for 64 years before her death in 2019. Wayne and June met...

Aug 14, 2024

Erich J. Herde, 80, of Roselle, died Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Born April 19, 1944, in Chicago. Erich was an employee at Motorola Solutions for 38 years. He was interested in all things cars and airplanes. Beloved husband of 51 years to Darlene Herde; loving dad of Darren (Jennifer Petersen) Herde and cherished grandpa of Dylan and Mariah. He will...

Aug 14, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Maniphet Khanthaphixay on August 14, 2024 at the age of 79.  She was a loving mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, cousin and friend. Maniphet was born on December 9, 1944. She married the late Amphone Khathakhanthaphixay on October 30, 1965 and they had four children. The family immigrated to the...

Aug 14, 2024

Mark Hogan, of Bartlett, IL, formerly of Palatine, IL, passed away August 14, 2024, at Alexian Brothers Hospital Elk Grove Village, IL, after suffering a sudden heart attack the week prior. He was 59 years old. Mark was born November 9, 1964, to John "Jack" and Rosemary nee Leet, in Hinsdale, IL. He attended Palatine HS, Harper Jr. College, and...

Aug 14, 2024

Helen L. Blazek (nee Kwilos), 100 of Algonquin, formerly Schaumburg, died peacefully Wednesday, August 14, 2024. Born August 21, 1923, in Chicago. Helen enjoyed the theater. She was even a member of the Dramatic Circle where she met her husband. She was an avid Cubs fan, but her biggest passion was always her family especially her grandchildren and great grandchildren....

Aug 13, 2024

Kathleen Marie Chambers (Macks), age 87, passed away peacefully on August 13, 2024. Born in Detroit, Michigan on January 19th, 1937, Kathie joined the world with her twin, Jacquelyn, in style.  They, along with their mother Hattie Macks, were featured on the front page of the Detroit Free Press in recognition of being the largest twins - almost nine pounds...

Aug 12, 2024

Richard "Rick" Gary Johnson, 80, of Bartlett died August 12, 2024. Rick was the beloved husband of Kathy for 54 years; loving father of Ayden Layne Johnson; dear brother of Marva Simon, Pat Gilbert, Paula Walker, the late Larry Abnett, Steven Johnson, and Michelle McLaren. He will be missed by many loving nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews. Rick...

Aug 12, 2024