May 3, 2024

Richard R. Piegza, 54, of Roselle, IL passed away on May 3, 2024. Rich was born on March 3, 1970 to Stanley and Maria Piegza in Elk Grove Village. He enjoyed fishing, car racing, especially the Indy 500. Rich was an avid sports fan and loved his Green Bay Packers and his Yankees. Rich is the beloved husband of 10...

May 2, 2024

Virginia A. Kutchik (nee Pilitauskis), 94, of Elgin, formerly of Chicago, passed away Thursday, May 2, 2024. Virginia enjoyed playing Pinnochle at the Wayne Township Seniors Center. Beloved wife of the late Frank; loving mother of Mike (Michelle) Kutchik and Barbara (Rick) Goetzke; proud grandmother of Gary and Richelle "Rica" Kutchik, Rebecca and Thomas Goetzke, and step grandmother of Colin...

Apr 29, 2024

Thomas P. Reader, 96, of Streamwood, passed away Monday, April 29, 2024. An Army Veteran, Tom was a past Master Mason and taught in River Grove for over 35 years. He was an avid Chicago White Sox, Bears, and Bulls fan. Beloved husband of the late Elinor (nee Mackeben); loving father of Jeffrey (Cheryl), Lara (Jon) Helinski, and the late...

Apr 29, 2024

Wanda L. Nicewonder, 69, of Carol Stream, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2024. Wanda was preceded in death by her cherished husband, Bill, with whom she shared 50 wonderful years of love and companionship. She was the loving mother of Samantha (Danny) DeLoera, and the dear daughter of the late Bob and Jettie Nicewander. Wanda is survived by her...

Apr 28, 2024

Milan B. Bagel, 87, of Schaumburg, passed away peacefully Sunday, April 28, 2024. An Army Veteran, Milan enjoyed fishing in Canada as well as helping others fishing at Encore where he lived. Beloved husband of the late Ruth (nee Johnson); loving father of Janelle (Al) Skrzypiec; dear grandfather of Adam (Bethany) Acosta and Katelyn Audette; proud great grandfather of Lucas,...

Apr 27, 2024

Pamela M. Steinkellner, 49, of Elgin, died Saturday, April 27, 2024. Born July 22, 1974 in Kankakee. Pam enjoyed cross stitching, scrapbooking and her fur babies. She will be missed. Beloved wife of 19 years to Dan Steinkellner; loving daughter-in-law of Patricia Steinkellner; dear sister-in-law of Jeff (Colleen) Steinkellner and Amy Darby and caring aunt to her nephews. Visitation 2:00pm...

Apr 23, 2024

Betty J. Peckus, 90, of Bartlett died April 23, 2024. Betty was the beloved wife of the late Edward S. Peckus; loving mother of Kurt (Mary) and Sue (Bill) Braun; proud grandmother of Vicky, Becky (Corey), Ann Marie (Christopher) and Rosemary (Christopher); dear great grandmother of Riley, Grace, Alder "A.J.", Ash, Hanna, Olivia and Oliver. Betty enjoyed reading and going...

Apr 23, 2024

Michael N. Merrill Sr., 64, of Hanover Park passed away on April 23, 2024. Loving father of Mike(Kristy) Merrill and Wade(Joanna) Merrill; proud grandfather of Colton, Eleigh, Avery, Finley, Hudson, and Anniston; cherished son of Doris and the late Charles; dear brother of Patti Merrill-Olic; many loving nieces and nephews. Mike enjoyed all sports, especially the Chicago White Sox. He...

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Apr 21, 2024

Audrey M. Eichele, 91, of Streamwood, died Sunday, April 21, 2024. Born November 25, 1932 in Chicago. Audrey enjoyed crafts, knitting and playing cards but her biggest passion was always her family. Beloved mom of Kathy (Bob) Blume, Steve Eichele, Stuart (Nina) Eichele, Vern (late Marnie) Eichele, Vince Eichele, Eddie (Cindy) Eichele and the late Ray; loving grandma of Amanda,...

Apr 20, 2024

Chaz Bruce Bennewitz, 44, passed away suddenly on Saturday, April 20, 2024. An avid Chicago Cubs and Bears fan whom also enjoyed fishing and music, Chaz was known for his infectious personality. Beloved son of Judy (Tyler) Marchese; loving father of Gianna and Chassity Bennewitz and Anthony and Kayla Parker; proud grandfather of Jaiden and Louis, Jr; dear brother of...

Apr 20, 2024

Bethany Ann Buonsante, of Roselle.  Beloved wife of Vito; loving mother of Aliyah and Claudia Buonsante; dear daughter of Kathie and the late James Reinhart; caring sister of Amy Simpson; fond daughter in law of Rosa Buonsante and sister in law of Nico Buonsante. Bethany earned her MBA from Elmhurst University and had also earned her journalism degree.  She was...

Apr 18, 2024

Jason G. Richards, 50, of Schaumburg, IL passed away on April 18, 2024. Born in Elk Grove Village, IL on November 2, 1973 to Gordon and Mary Ellen Richards. He worked for UPS for almost 30 years.  Jason is the proud father of Veronica Szemborski; loved long-time significant other of Agnes Szemborski; dear nephew and cousin to many; cherished dog-dad...

Apr 16, 2024

Victor M. Peña, 55, of Bartlett, formerly of Hanover Park, died April 16, 2024. Victor was the cherished son of Marie Peña; loving nephew of Ruben (Sherry) Sanchez, Gregorio Sanchez, Josefine Pineda, Diane Loyd, Mario Martinez and the late Manuel (Hope) Barreras; dear cousin of Judi (Mark) Miller, Anthony (Helen) Barreras, Salvador Barreras, Darlene Sitar, Manuel (Linda) Barreras, Donicia Loyd,...

Apr 16, 2024

A visitation will be held on Thursday, April 18, 2024 from 10:00 am until time of service 12:00 pm at Countryside Funeral Home & Crematory, 1640 S. Greenmeadows Blvd. Streamwood, IL 60107. Interment St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery, Palatine, IL.

Apr 16, 2024

Harold A. Brown Jr., 93, of Mt. Prospect, IL passed away on April 16, 2024.  Harry was born on June 7, 1930 in Chicago, IL to Harold and Anna Brown. He graduated from Taft High School in Chicago. After high school he played as a catcher on the Carthage Cubs minor league baseball team. Harry then went on to serve...

Apr 15, 2024

Antonio C. Ramirez, 86, of Itasca, IL passed away on April 15, 2024. Born on June 14, 1937 to his parents Tomas and Antonina. Antonio was the beloved husband of the late Reynalda; cherished father of Francisco, Rosio, Antonio, Maricela, Ricardo, Socorro, Arturo, Graciela, and Berenice; loving grandfather of Indio, Vanessa, Chio, Lupita, Mariana, Tony, Ricky, Alex, Migue, Dani, Roy,...

Apr 14, 2024

Jeanette M. Gajewski, 69, of Streamwood, IL 60107 passed away on April 14, 2024. Jeanette was born on May 10, 1954 to James and Elaine Conroy. She is the beloved mother of Thomas, Jr. (Hope), Jason (Stephanie), and Paul; cherished grandmother of Nathaniel, Alexander, Theodore, Ryan, Ila, Alison, Jackson, Luke, and Toby; loving sister of Barbara, Debra, and James, Jr.. ...

Apr 14, 2024

John J. Juda, 82, of Cicero.  He was an Army Veteran and an avid fisherman, White Sox fan.  John passed away Sunday, April 14, 2024. Beloved husband for over 56 years to Doris M. (nee: Meeks); loving father of Deborah (the late Ross Hawkins) Shackelford, William (Josie) Shackelford, Vickie (Richard) Sawyer, Paul Shackelford, Gloria (Tim) Kozar, and the late Pamela...