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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Sharon Trudell
Feb 24, 2025
Sharon A. Trudell (nee Meisner), 81, of Poplar Grove, formerly of Streamwood, passed away Monday, February 24, 2025. Sharon was a life long active church member where she was known as a constant giver and helper. She also taught line dancing for over 8 years. Beloved wife of 62 years to Robert J.; loving mother of Carol (the late Steve)...
Jacqueline Vozda
Feb 24, 2025
Jacqueline Louise Vozda, beloved wife of Michael (Mick) Vozda, passed away peacefully on February 24, 2025. Born on June 28, 1952, she was the cherished daughter of the late John (Jack) and late Joan Scholtus. Jackie, was known as a devoted sister to Corrine (Michael) Werderitch and the late Denise Hoefle, late Lenore Lemker, and late Michael Scholtus. Jackie was...
Jeanette Brantner
Feb 24, 2025
Jeanette V. Brantner, Beloved wife of the late George; loving mother of Helen (Daniel) Canda, Michael (Victoria) Brantner, David Brantner and Kathleen (Jeffrey) Warren; dear grandmother of Kristi (Ernie), Dustin (Kelly), Casey (Janelle), Jeffrey Jr., Rachel, Johnathan (Abby), Alex and the late Steffany; caring great grandmother of Avril, Bradley, Cassandra, Dakota, Huxley, Matthew, Zoey, Lucas and Violet. Jeanette passed away...
Raynor Kozak
Feb 23, 2025
Raynor Albin Kozak 76 yrs of Elgin IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 23, 2025, at The Pearl of Elgin Rehab Center. Raynor was born on June 12, 1948, Chicago IL, son of Raymond and Eleanor Kozak. Raynor had a long career as a painter, carpenter and a construction worker. He is survived by 3 sisters and their families,...
Donna Salerno
Feb 22, 2025
Donna Jean Salerno (nee Jones), 88, of Bartlett, passed away Saturday, February 22, 2025. Donna was the loved Matriarch of the family and a good, loyal friend to many. She will be dearly missed by all. May she rest in peace. Beloved mother of Michaeline (John) Byrne and Jilene Eagle; proud grandmother of Tiffany Bruno; cherished great grandmother of Aubriella...
Ashley Flowers
Feb 19, 2025
Ashley Dawn Flowers passed away suddenly on Wednesday, February 19th. She was a beloved daughter, sister, and friend, and her impact on those around her was profound. Ashley is survived by her parents Michael and Cheryl Flowers; brothers Brandon, Conner and Dylan; grandparents Harlan Flowers and Mike & Connie Moyer; many loving aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. She is...
Scott Fridrich
Feb 19, 2025
Scott Fridrich, 66, of Schaumburg, IL, passed away on February 19, 2025. He is survived by the love of his life, Laurel Gisch; daughters Christina Merritt, Kimberly Gisch (Jake Rohn), and Kalina Fridrich; siblings George (Barbara) Fridrich, Jeffrey (Amanda) Fridrich, Jennifer Fridrich (Charlie Russell), Noelle (Scott) Miller, and Rebecca (Kenneth) Conklin. Scott’s presence brightened every room he entered....
Patricia Primdahl
Feb 18, 2025
Patricia Ann Primdahl, 82, of Manitowish Waters, WI and previously of Streamwood, IL passed away on February 18, 2025. Born on September 5, 1942 in Chicago, IL to her parents John and Annabelle Connolly. Patricia is the beloved wife of 61 years to Dennis Primdahl; loving mother of Dawn (Michael) Sopper and Robert (Tara Fisher) Primdahl; cherished G-Ma of Kimberly...
Robert "Bob" Blinn
Feb 18, 2025
Robert Blinn, 72 of Schaumburg, IL passed away on February 18, 2025. Bob was born on September 1, 1952 in Chicago, IL to his parents Robert Blinn and Marie Feuerstadt. He was the beloved husband of the late Mary; loving brother of Sue (Dan) Schmitz, the late Ken Blinn and the late Tom (Ellen) Blinn and brother-in-law of Pat Hertel;...
Paulina Ismael
Feb 18, 2025
Paulina I. Ismael (nee Inguillo), 96, passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025. Paulina was a devout Catholic and was devoted to her family. Beloved wife of the late Fernando; loving mother of Orlando (Gertrudes) Ismael, Julito (Lorna) Ismael, Julita (Fabiar) Babiera, and Zenayda (Ramon) Guinto; proud grandmother of 8 grandchildren and 3 great grandchildren; Paulina was preceded in death by...
Maria Dow
Feb 18, 2025
Maria M. Dow, 88, of Huntley, IL passed away on February 18, 2025. She was born on December 26, 1936 in Germany to her parents Johann and Maria Perschke. Maria is the beloved wife of 47 years to the late Joseph Dow; loving mother of Elizabeth (Wayne) Ewald, the late Richard Dow, Michael (Debra) Dow and Ken...
Hugo Daniel Guzman
Feb 16, 2025
Hugo Daniel Guzman, 26, of Carol Stream, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025. A Marine Veteran, Hugo was an avid Green Bay Packers fan who also enjoyed basketball. Beloved son of Gregoria Lopez and Jose Daniel Guzman; loving brother of Alejandro Reyes (Josefine Melendez); Roxana (Juan Miranda) Reyes, Belinda (Adalberto Munoz) Reyes, and Rosalva (Abel) Castanon; proud uncle of Alex,...
Helen Kiss
Feb 16, 2025
Helen Kiss (nee Steier), 100, of Bartlett, passed away Sunday, February 16, 2025. Helen immigrated to the United Stated from Hungary in 1957. She was an avid baker and profound cook. Beloved wife of the late Steve; loving mother of Joseph (Louise "Cookie") Kiss and the late Ann Grayzeck; dear grandmother of Robert (Jill) Magyar, Candy (Dave) Goddard, Tiffani (Greg)...
Edward George Leis (Edie)
Feb 15, 2025
Edward George Leis (Edie) August 21, 1944 - February 15, 2025 Ed passed away peacefully but unexpectedly and went home to be with the Lord on February 15, 2025. He was 80 years old. Ed was a loving father to Sandra Muhling ( Dan ), Sherry Juda ( Wayne ), Carina Griffin ( Kyle. Grandfather to Sabrina, Kayla, Alec and...
Eileen Scilabra
Feb 14, 2025
Eileen Marie Scilabra (Stermetz), 63, of Bartlett, Il passed away on Friday February 14, 2025. She was born on May 30, 1961 in Chicago, Il to parents Charles Stermetz and Yvonne Chambers. She was the beloved wife of Philip Scilabra. She was the loving mother to her son Joseph Pascua, son Ryne Dudek, and daughter Ashley Lavskis (Dudek). Very proud...
Linda Johnston
Feb 14, 2025
Linda Lou Johnston (nee Purvis), 77, of Streamwood, IL (formerly of Chicago, IL) passed away on Friday, February 14, 2025. She was born on April 24, 1947 in Chicago, IL to her parents James and Ethel Purvis. Linda was the beloved wife of 44 years to the late Gene Johnston; loving mother of Suzanne (Kenneth) and Michelle; proud grandma to...
Leopold Gondek
Feb 14, 2025
Leopold C. Gondek, beloved husband of the late Eleanor (nee: Gostomski) and the late Genevieve (nee: Swat); loving dad of Gregory (Diana) Gondek, Susan Rogers and the late Karen (Phil) Olson; dear grandpa of Matthew, Erin, James, Ashley, Timothy, Christine, Joseph, Victoria, Maxwell, Bridget and great grandpa of ten; fond son of the late Albert and Anna (nee: Cudzach). Visitation...
Winifred Nelson
Feb 13, 2025
Winifred B. Nelson, 100, of Elgin, IL (formerly Chicago, IL) passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025. She was born on March 17, 1924, in Chicago, IL to her parents John and Anna Krause. She was the beloved wife of the late Chester, until their divorce. They remained the best of friends and cherished the family they built. They remained...
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