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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Marie Berghuis

Marie Berghuis

Oct 20, 2024

Marie Berghuis, aged 76, passed away on October 20, 2024, in Glendale, AZ, USA. Born on August 15, 1948 in Mola di Bari, Italy. Marie was known for her family-oriented, caring nature, and being a loyal friend to many. She enjoyed being the best Nonna to her wonderful Grandchildren. Marie graduated from Fenton High School and dedicated much of her...

James Matson

James Matson

Oct 17, 2024

James A. Matson, 62, of Bartlett, IL passed away on October 17, 2024. Jim was born on October 21, 1961, to his parents Ronald and Karen Matson in Oak Park, IL. He worked as a bindery operator at R.R. Donnelley for 10 years. In his off time, Jim enjoyed bowling and was an avid football fan, but he loved the...

James Mccormack

James Mccormack

Oct 17, 2024

James Michael McCormack, 69, of South Elgin, lovingly called Jim, passed away on October 17, 2024. Jim was the beloved husband of Eustiquia “Josie” McCormack; loving father of Amanda Brown, Jessica (Enrique) Herrera and Patrick McCormack; proud grandfather of Elizabeth and Samantha, Mateo, Gabriel & Alana; dear brother of John McCormack, Dwight (Julie) McCormack, Joane (Bill) McLeod, Judd (Tomi)...

Dorothy Sienkiewicz

Dorothy Sienkiewicz

Oct 17, 2024

Dorothy Sienkiewicz (nee Niewierowski), 85, of Bartlett, died Thursday, October 17, 2024. Born February 13, 1939, in Chicago. Dorothy enjoyed owls, flowers and gardening. She also enjoyed fishing and a good game of Scrabble. She was an avid Chicago sports fan, especially the Bears who she watched every Sunday with her husband Joe during the season. She will be missed  ...

Victor Keegan

Victor Keegan

Oct 16, 2024

Victor C. Keegan passed away peacefully October 16, 2024.  He was born February 8, 1945.  He leaves behind his loving wife of 60 years Paulette (Pantaleo), plus children Kathi Beaton (Tom), Michael (Amanda), daughter Kelly, James (Camille), grandchildren Trent, Connor, Taylor, Dylan, Trevor and Kendra and sister-in-law Rochelle (Pantaleo) Prybylski.  He was preceded in death by his parents Josephine F....

Angela Arias

Angela Arias

Oct 15, 2024

Angela R. Arias, 90, of Streamwood, IL passed away on October 15, 2024. Angela was born on October 2, 1934  to her parents Antonio and Simona Rodriguez. She is the beloved wife of Juan; loving mother of Daniel, Roberto “Bob”, Mario, Rick and Gloria; cherished grandmother of many. A memorial service will be held on Saturday, November 9, 2024 at...

Paul Ulmer

Paul Ulmer

Oct 14, 2024

Paul S. Ulmer, 50, of Bartlett, IL passed away on October 14, 2024. Born on September 23, 1974 in Williamsport, PA to his parents Charles and Peggy Ulmer. Paul is survived by his beloved wife of 12 years, Heather; cherished father of Aiden; loving brother to 14 brothers and sisters; loving son-in-law of Curtis and Glenda Lowry; dear brother-in-law, uncle,...

Joseph Nicchia

Joseph Nicchia

Oct 14, 2024

Joseph S. Nicchia, 80, of Streamwood, IL passed away on October 14, 2024. Joe was born on April 15, 1944 to his parents Salvatore and Josephine Nicchia in Chicago, IL. He was a 4th degree Knighs of Columbus member. Jo e leaves behind his beloved wife of 53 almost 54 years, Mary; loving father of Jim (Lisa) Nicchia, Bob (Doris)...

Charles Davis

Charles Davis

Oct 14, 2024

Charles "Chuck" H. Davis, 88, of Bartlett died October 14, 2024. Chuck was the beloved husband of Eileen (nee Domme) for 27 years; loving father of Susan (David) Przybylo, Karen Galinato, Charlene Devonish, Michele Brodbeck and Laura (Tyler) MacKenzie; proud grandfather of Michelle (Jeffrey) Kowalisyn, Keith Maltz, Alexander Galinato, Jacqueline Galinato, Christopher Davis, Lisa (Anthony) Collazo, Elaine (Carlos) Mejia, Kaitlyn...

James Kolb

James Kolb

Oct 13, 2024

James P. Kolb, 78 of Elgin, IL died Sunday, October 13 th , 2024. Born July 9, 1946 in Chicago, IL. James grew up in LaGrange, IL and graduated from Lyons Township High School in 1965.  Throughout his life he owned several businesses including a Shell Gas Station, Arlington Limousine, Your Limo, and also worked for the Village of Streamwood...

Merril Kirchner

Merril Kirchner

Oct 12, 2024

Merril “Bob” Kirchner June 26, 1931 - October 12, 2024 Merril “Bob” Kirchner, 93, of Elgin, Il, passed away peacefully on October 12, 2024.  Merril was the beloved husband of Carole (Pellow), with whom he shared a remarkable life. He was the cherished father of four: Kim (Jeff) Maloney, Merril (Kipton) Kirchner, Craig (Cindee) Kirchner, Keith (Heidi) Kirchner.  He was...

Karen Pallasch

Karen Pallasch

Oct 11, 2024

Karen A. Pallasch (nee Vollriede), 80, of Schaumburg for 51 years, passed away Friday, October 11, 2024. She was born March 20,1944 in Chicago. Beloved wife of 61 years to Leon; loved mother of Heather (Tom) Taxon; cherished grandma of Grey (Lexy) and Drake (Katy); dear daughter of the late William P. and Mildred “Mitt” Vollriede; sister of William R....

Carole Greve

Carole Greve

Oct 9, 2024

Services for Carole A. Greve of Glendale Heights for 62 years are private. Carole was the beloved wife of 66 years to the late Elmer; loving mom of Susan Rozenkowski, Laurie (Gary) Kocher and Cindi Bilal; cherished grandma of Kristen (Christopher) Neri, Jared Rozenkowski, Amanda Rozenkowski, Ryan Kocher, Aimee Kocher, Aaron Bilal and Zachary Bilal; dear great grandma of Madison,...

Donna Koss

Donna Koss

Oct 8, 2024

A celebration of life will be held Saturday October 19, 2024 starting at 10:00am with no set ending time at the family home.  In lieu of flowers, the family would like donations made in Donna's name to either of the following carities. American Cancer Society or Epilepsy Foundation .

Sara Ortega Hernandez

Sara Ortega Hernandez

Oct 8, 2024

Sara Ortega Hernandez vda. de Silva. Sarita, como todo mundo cariñosamente le decía, tenía 92 años, y este 8 de Octubre 2024 partió a la casa de Dios Nuestro Señor. Sarita era la mujer más feliz del mundo, positiva y trabajadora por naturaleza, dejó un legado de fé y de fuerza espiritual a su alrededor. Sus hijos, así como sus...

Carol Hotton

Carol Hotton

Oct 6, 2024

Carol June Hotton, 82, Elgin, IL passed away on October 6, 2024. Born on June 9, 1942 in Chicago, IL. She was preceded in death by her parents James and Esther Hotton. Carol is survived by her sister Judith Doll (Kerry Doll); nephew David Doll (Lori Doll); niece Laura Doll; grandnephews Carson Doll, Colton Doll, Nathan Kotwica, and Trace Kotwica....

Betty Cobbs

Betty Cobbs

Oct 6, 2024

Betty J. Cobbs was born on August 9,1944 to Lois Cobbs in Trenton Tennessee. She was the eldest child of eleven. Betty was also Blessed with a Bonus Father and Mother, Elijah and Dorothy Simmons where she was the third child of seven. Betty later married Hubert Stalling who preceded her in death on November 19, 1998. Betty worked for...

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