Myrna Schafer
Dec 19, 2024
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 West
Dec 15, 2024
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 Dudek
Dec 14, 2024
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...
Victoria Vendl
Dec 13, 2024
Victoria Ann Vendl, 80, of Carol Stream IL , died Friday December 13, 2024. Vicky was diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 2019 and showed incredible strength over the next 5 years. Although her life was impacted significantly with surgery and treatments, she fought courageously and continued to spend as much quality time with her family as possible. Vicky was born...
Bharat Ohri
Dec 13, 2024
Bharat Bhushan Ohri, aged 81, passed away on December 13, 2024. He was a beloved father, husband, grandfather and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew him.
Bharat was born on October 2, 1943 in Firozpur, India where he spent his formative years. He went on to attend engineering college at Punjab Engineering College ...
Gaurang Mehta
Dec 13, 2024
Gaurang R. Mehta of Northbrook, Illinois, originally from Ahmedabad, India, passed away peacefully at his home on December 13, 2024. He was the beloved husband of Rita (Bhatt) Mehta and devoted and loving father to his son, Neeral, and his daughter-in-law, Grace (Strehlow) Mehta.
Gaurang earned his bachelor's degree in electrical engineering from the University...
Norman Pokorny
Dec 12, 2024
Norman R. Pokorny Sr., 92, of Streamwood, died Thursday, December 12, 2024. Norm was born on August 20, 1932, in Chicago. He served during the Korean War as a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force. When his service took him to a SAC base in Puerto Rico, he met his late wife and soulmate, Kristine who, at the time,...
Carl Richter
Dec 11, 2024
Carl Leslie Richter, 75, of Schaumburg, died December 11, 2024. Carl was the beloved father of Laura (Mark) Payton and Brian (Sol) Richter; proud grandfather of Gabriella, AJ, Stella and Gianna; dear cousin of Phyllis Hubeny and Ernie (Jane) Albright. Carl was a StarTrek enthusiast, Bears and White Sox fan, a dog lover, a bookworm, an avid movie watcher, and...
Khanhtieng Le
Dec 11, 2024
Khanhtieng Le: A Radiant Soul Who Lived with Boundless Love
Khanhtieng Le, a beloved daughter, sister, mother, grandmother, aunt and cherished friend, passed away peacefully on December 11, 2024, in South Elgin, Illinois, at the age of 64. Originally from Vietnam, Khanhtieng's life was a testament to resilience, warmth, and unconditional love. Khanhtieng found joy in creating...
Harriet Karas
Dec 8, 2024
Harriet Karas (née Talalaj), 69, of Itasca, born in Kamionka, Poland, passed away peacefully on Sunday, December 8, 2024. Harriet was known for her kind heart, unwavering love for her family, and her passion for life’s simple pleasures. She found joy in cooking meals for her loved ones, tending to her garden, and relaxing with Lifetime and Hallmark movies. However,...
Sr. Rita Malachinski
Dec 8, 2024
Sr Rita Marie Malachinski, 89, SSJ-TOSF for 73 years, died Sunday, December 8, 2024. She was born December 20, 1934, as Dolores T. Malachinski in Chicago. From the beginning education was very important to Sr Rita having accomplish her master’s in education in both special education and Administration and Supervision. Throughout her life she was both a teacher and principal...
Barbara Nendze
Dec 7, 2024
Barbara A Nendze, 83 of Elgin died Saturday, December 7, 2024. She was born November 14, 1941 in Oak Park, Il. Barb was employed by Carson Piere Scott, and Morton Salt. She was very gifted, talented and enjoyed cooking, making stained glass, drawing and sewing. She also enjoyed Bocci Ball, Bunco and was very involved with her Church (Hosanna). Barb...
Michelle Castillo
Dec 7, 2024
Michelle A. Castillo, 58, of Streamwood since 2001, died Saturday, December 7, 2024. Born August 2, 1966, in Chicago. Michelle worked in the Jewel bakery for 38 years. She was an avid reader who loved being a mom. She will be missed. Beloved wife of 28 years to Mario Castillo; loving mom of Jake (Cory) Castillo; cherished daughter of the...
William "Bill" Gruhn
Dec 7, 2024
William D. "Bill" Gruhn, Jr. passed away Saturday, December 7, 2024. An Air National Guard Veteran, Bill was an avid wood worker who also enjoyed bowling and golfing. Beloved husband of 64 years to Arlene (nee Jensen); loving father of Diane Gruhn, Patti (Scott Czubernat) Ummel, and Lori (Brad) Bijonowski; proud grandfather of Matt (Stephanie) Grillo, Meghan Grillo, Jennifer (Daniel)...
June Spohn
Dec 6, 2024
June Rose Spohn, 90, died December 6, 2024. June was the beloved fiancée of Nicholas Trifilio; loving mother of Debra Spohn, Sandra (Edward) Zuniga and Lori (Eugene) Kapa; cherished grandmother of Christopher Zuniga, Alicia (Cesar) Chaidez, Nicole (Paul) Hanneman, Brittany Kapa, John (Emily) Kapa and Danielle (Gonzalo Jamardo Sabuz) Sumita; dear great grandmother of Layla Chaidez, Serena Chaidez, Noah Chaidez,...
Richard Simonson
Dec 6, 2024
Richard “Rick” Paul Simonson, 67, of Bartlett passed away Friday, December 6, 2024, in Elk Grove Village. Born July 1, 1957, in St. Paul, Minnesota. Rick was a member of the Bartlett Lions Club for many years where he was a recipient of the Melvin Jones Award. He also enjoyed golfing and fishing. He will be missed. Beloved son of...
Dussort Brudent
Dec 6, 2024
Dussort Brudent, aged 85, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 6, 2024, in Rockford, Illinois. Born on February 6, 1939, in Saltrou, Haiti, Dussort was the beloved son of Brienne Bazile and Maurice Brudent and had six siblings. While in Haiti, Dussort attended and graduated college and earned his degree. After earning his degree, Dussort worked as a Home Inspector...
Patrick Cooper
Dec 4, 2024
Patrick “Pat” T. Cooper, 76, of Elgin, died Wednesday, December 4, 2024. Born March 17, 1948, in Bensenville. Patrick was a veteran having served in the U.S. Army during the Vietnam War. He drove for UPS for 33 years, was handy with tools and enjoyed fishing. He will be missed dearly. Beloved husband of 22 years to Jeanne; loving dad...
Paul Abts
Dec 4, 2024
Paul N. Abts, born April 29, 1951, in Oak Park, Illinois, departed this world on December 4, 2024, due to complications from a stem cell transplant. Paul was the beloved son of Belgian immigrants, Norbert and Josepha Abts, who clearly passed down their strong work ethic and love for life. For 49 glorious years, Paul was married to his high...
