Obituaries

Mar 31, 2025

Lawrence (Larry) Magallanes passed away peacefully at home on March 31, 2025, with his wife, Sally, by his side. He was 78 years old. Larry resided in Roselle, IL for the past 31 years. He lived a full life, having a quiet and deep faith in God, and always treasuring his family. Larry leaves a legacy in both family and...

Mar 30, 2025

Anna Margaret (Marge) Shults, 90, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2025. She was a loving mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her. Marge was born to Christian and Elizabeth Fransen in Summit, South Dakoka. She was an intelligent, driven woman, graduating as valedictorian of her high school class. She went...

Mar 29, 2025

Jennifer passed away on March 29, 2025, in the beautiful home she created for herself in Carbondale, Illinois. Born June 7, 1970, in Chicago, Illinois. She grew up in Schaumburg Illinois, where she graduated from Schaumburg High School in 1988. Jennifer was a beloved daughter, a caring sister, a warm-hearted aunt, and a nurturing mother. Throughout her life, Jennifer permanently...

Mar 29, 2025

Frances “Fran” J. Uzitas, 85 of South Elgin, died Saturday, March 29, 2025. Born July 13, 1939, in Chicago. Fran loved family and took great pride in being an aunt. Beloved daughter of the late John and Genevieve Uzitas; loving sister of Mike and the late John and Tom Uzitas; cherished aunt to Gina, John Jr, Michael, Dawn, Mark, Lisa,...

Mar 27, 2025

Mar 26, 2025

Phyllis Lucille Netzel (nee Fusco), 82, of Bartlett, IL (formerly of Franklin Park, IL) passed away early Wednesday morning, March 26, 2025. Phyllis was born in Chicago, IL on March 13, 1943, one of three children Charles Jr. and Samuel to Charles Sr. and Bessie (nee Swanson ) Fusco. She went to Elmwood Park High School before marrying the late...

Mar 25, 2025

Camille E. Gailes, 85, was born in the city of Chicago on June 23, 1939 to the parents of Hattie Gailes (Rice) and William H. Gailes. Camille found joy in collecting and restoring old photographs, ensuring that history and family legacies were never forgotten. Her passion for scrapbooking turned cherished gifts, photos, and momentous into keepsakes that will be treasured...

Mar 23, 2025

Linda A. Engler, 76, of Norridge, passed away Sunday, March 23, 2025. Linda was a devout volunteer at church and Meals on Wheels who also enjoyed gardening and baking. Beloved daughter of the late Walter and the late Martha (nee Ziebel) Engler; dear sister of the late Karen (the late John) Chiodo and the late Diane (the late Frank) Kowalski;...

Mar 22, 2025

Jorge L. Martinez, 78, of Bartlett, passed away Saturday, March 22, 2025. An Air Force Veteran, Jorge was a retired police officer and detective for Hanover Park and former police officer for Bensenville and Metra. He was awarded for courageously saving a citizen's life while on duty. He was an avid musician who enjoyed singing and playing guitar. Beloved father...

Mar 22, 2025

Reynaldo “Rey” Puangco, 69, of Streamwood, IL passed away at home with his loving family surrounding him on March 22, 2025. Rey was born on June 1, 1955 in the Philippines to his parents, Jose and Milagros Puangco. He was the second eldest of 7 children. In his younger years, Rey was shy, played the guitar, and listened to music...

Mar 22, 2025

Constance “Connie” A.  Wetzbarger, 85, of Bartlett, Died March 22, 2025. Born August 2, 1939 in Chicago, IL. Connie loved to go fishing with her husband and daughter. She enjoyed tending to her garden and growing flowers, she was also a super football fan. She will be missed. Beloved wife of the late Donald; loving mother of Keith and the...

Mar 21, 2025

Patricia spent her life as a devoted mother of three children-Laura Machonis (Jim) Douglas Giese (Jennifer) and Greg (Kathy)-and grandmother of three grandsons-Chris, Lane and Necti. She was very involved in St. Pius X Church in Lombard and volunteered for many activities for the parish school as well as the church. Patricia took part in the Lombard Women's Club and...

Mar 21, 2025

Lidia Maciel Magaña March 22, 1939 – March 21, 2025 With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and sister, Lidia Maciel Magaña, who passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Lidia was born on March 22, 1939, and throughout her life, she embodied strength, love, and dedication to...

Mar 21, 2025

Dr. Susan Price Brown Zahn, age 68 of Wayne Township, died Friday, March 21, 2025. She was born in Terre Haute, Indiana, and was a graduate of South Vigo High School. She received a BA degree from Stephen’s College, graduating in three years while also interning at the British Broadcasting Service and studying at Oxford. She went on to obtain...

Mar 20, 2025

Joan Ann Fritz, 86, died March 20, 2025. Joan was the beloved wife of the late Henry A. Fritz; loving mother of Cynthia A. (Ed) Bash, Laura A. (John) Basso, Judith A. (Kenny) Abraham, Cheryl A. (Steve) Maher and Kenneth J. Fritz; proud grandmother of 12 and dear great grandmother of 10. To Joan family was everything. She enjoyed cooking...

Mar 20, 2025

A visitation will be held on Sunday, March 30, 2025 from 1:00 - 5:00 pm with a service at 2:30 pm at the Countryside Funeral Home, 950 S. Bartlett Rd. Bartlett, IL 60103. Private interment Lakewood Memorial Park.

Mar 20, 2025

Albert Adam Wiatr, Sr., died March 20, 2025. Albert was the beloved husband of the late Pearl; loving father of Rose Ann (Scott) Volk and Albert Adam (Stephanie) Wiatr, Jr.; proud grandfather of Evangeline; dear brother of John, Joe, Mike, the late Theresa, Mary and Steve.

Mar 19, 2025

Dorothy Nancy Pontoriero (nee Cannavino), 103, of Bartlett for over 50 years, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2025. A volunteer at Hanover Township Senior Center for over 50 years, Dorothy was an avid cook and baker who rode her 3 wheeled bike everywhere up until she was 90. Beloved wife of the late Frank; loving mother of Carole (Richard) Calvello,...

Mar 19, 2025

Rheta L. Bolf, nee Hoffman, formerly of Hanover Park, passed away March 19th. She is preceded in death by her husband, John B. Bolf, her beloved daughter, Deborah Duff, her parents Harley and Elsie Hoffman, her brother Arnold Hoffman, and brother and sister-in-law, Roger and Lucy Hoffman. Rheta worked at Ontarioville Elementary School for many years, and after retirement, she...

Mar 18, 2025

Alfonso C. Lozano, 74, of South Elgin, IL passed away on March 18, 2025.  Alfonso was born on September 28, 1950 in Mexico to his parents Cipriano and Victoria Lozano. Alfonso is the beloved husband for 46 years to Lillian; loving Papi of Cipriano, Alejandro, Andres (Marie) and Angelica (Garrett); cherished Papa of Klover, John Ralph and Jace; dear brother...