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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Charles Leutz

Charles Leutz

Oct 13, 2011

Charles Francis Leutz, 84, of Streamwood. Born April 27, 1927 in Brooklyn, NY. He was the son of George and Grace (nee Agnew). Charles was a proud retiree from the US Navy having served in both WWII and the Korean Wars. He loved taking care of his yard and was a fan of all Chicago teams. He especially enjoyed being...

Irene Leece

Irene Leece

Oct 11, 2011

Irene Leece, known for her warmth and grace, died peacefully in her home on Tuesday, Oct. 11, 2011. She was the devoted wife of W.G. "Bill" Leece; proud mother of Bill (Carolyn) and Robert (Deb); and delighted grandmother of Bill John and Maureen. Memorial visitation will be on Monday, Oct. 17, at 9:30 a.m. until the time of Mass 10:30...

Stephen Cerocke

Stephen Cerocke

Oct 9, 2011

Steve Cerocke of Elgin; beloved son of Ed and Temple (nee Watkins); loving brother of Kelly (Peter) Kujat, Joe Cerocke and the late Debbie Cerocke and Rick Nichols; cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, 3:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home & Crematory, 950 South Bartlett Rd., (at Stearns Rd.) Bartlett. Funeral service Friday, 10:00...

Alfonso Arevalo

Alfonso Arevalo

Oct 8, 2011

Visitation for Alfonso Arevalo, of Hanover Park since 1986, will be Tuesday, October 11, from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 S. Greenmeadows Blvd (at Barrington Road), Streamwood/Schaumburg. Funeral Wednesday, 10:15 a.m. to St. Ansgar Church. Mass 11:00 a.m. Interment St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery. Born November 17, 1934 Alfonso died October 8,...

Alvera Hoffman

Alvera Hoffman

Oct 8, 2011

Alvera Hoffman (nee Fedo) formerly of Palatine; beloved wife of the late Dale R. ; loving mother of Christine (David) Rusch of Florida, Mark (Nancy) of McHenry, Louie (Kathy) of California and Teri (Brian) Morse of Bartlett; proud grandmother of 8 and great grandmother of 4; dear sister of Ada (late Henry) DeTone of Detroit and 7 deceased brothers and...

Kham Sanavongxay

Kham Sanavongxay

Oct 8, 2011

Visitation for Kham Sanavongxay of Elgin will be held on October 14th from 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home & Crematory, 950 South Bartlett Rd., (at Stearns Rd.) Bartlett. Funeral services will be Saturday, October 15th from 12:00 p.m. (noon) until the time of cremation 3:00 p.m. 630-289-7575

Mary Bryjak

Mary Bryjak

Oct 6, 2011

Mary Bryjak (nee Kenny) formerly of River Grove; beloved wife of the late Edward Sr.; loving mother of Edward, Jr. (Kolleen) and Edie (Art) Mraz; cherished grandmother of Nathan, Daniel, Ryan and Kara Mraz; dear sister of James (Doris) and John (Mary); daughter of the late Dennis and Rose Kenny (nee Schmidt); aunt and great aunt of many nieces and...

Nanjappa Siddalingaiah

Nanjappa Siddalingaiah

Oct 5, 2011

Visitation and funeral services for Mr. Nanjappa Siddalingaiah of Elk Grove Village will be held Friday, October 7th, 2011 from 12:00 p.m. (Noon) until the time of cremation 3:00 p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home & Crematory, 950 South Bartlett Rd., (at Stearns Rd.) Bartlett. In lieu of flowers donations to the American Cancer Society, www.cancer.org would be appreciated. 630-289-7575...

Alex Norkus

Alex Norkus

Oct 4, 2011

Alex J. Norkus, age 89; cherished husband of the late Patricia (nee Moxley); loving father of Alex (Carol Mershon), Patricia (David) Rausch, Michael (Jill) and Carol Neff; proud grandpa of Valerie (Nick) Spagnuolo, John Rausch and Catherine Neff; dear brother of George and the late Lillian Grigals, Bruno, Stanley, John, Charles, Anna and Charles. Memorial Mass, Saturday, October 8, 2011,...

Rosalio Reyes

Rosalio Reyes

Oct 1, 2011

Visitation for Rosalio will be held Wednesday, October 5th from 3:00 - 9:00 p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home & Crematory, 950 South Bartlett Rd., (at Stearns Rd.) Bartlett. Funeral service Thursday, 10:00 a.m. Interment Lakewood Memorial Park. 630-289-7575

Fortunato Damas

Fortunato Damas

Sep 29, 2011

Services for Fortunato D. Damas of Streamwood will be private. Born October 24, 1934 in the Philippine Islands, he died Friday September 29, 2011. He is the beloved husband of the late Fe; loving father of Belinda (Alexander) Schneider, Fortunato, Jr., Ma. Amor (Lorenzo) Frias and Deogracias Cubero; cherished grandfather of Amabelle and Mikaela Fe. Arrangements by Countryside Funeral Home...

Charlotte Klein

Charlotte Klein

Sep 28, 2011

Charlotte O. Klein, 76, of Bartlett, died Wednesday, September 28, 2011. Born April 13, 1935 in Chicago. She was the daughter of Roy and Lillian (nee Zietlow) Wanders. An employee of ITW Shakeproof for over 26 years, Charlotte enjoyed music and played the organ for many churches. She enjoyed painting and traveling but what she truly enjoyed was spending time...

Doreen Riet

Doreen Riet

Sep 28, 2011

Doreen van Riet (nee:Kanehl),age 55 of Kingston Tennessee, Doreen was the loving wife of Ferdinand; dear daughter of Ralph W.Sr. and the late Dorothy H. Kanehl (nee Hrabe); fond sister of Ralph Jr., Cheryl Heric, Patrice (Dan) Wilson and Michele Kanehl; and aunt and great aunt to many. Memorial Visitation Saturday 12:00 until time of service 12:30 at the Countryside...

Maria Trejo

Maria Trejo

Sep 28, 2011

Visitation Sunday 2:00 - 8:00 pm at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 333 S. Roselle Rd. (1/2 mile south of Roselle Rd.) Roselle. Funeral Monday 8:45 am to St. Peter the Apostle Church 519 N. Rush, Itasca. Mass 9:30 am. Interment St. Michael.

Raymond Walter

Raymond Walter

Sep 27, 2011

Raymond F Walter, 87, of Streamwood, died Tuesday, September 27, 2011. Born March 18, 1924 in Evanston. He was the som of Max and Elsie (nee Trefz). A veteran of WWII having served in the Army. Known for having a good sense of humor, Raymond enjoyed bowling and carpentry but his true passion was spending time with his family. Survivors...

Dale Sturgeon

Dale Sturgeon

Sep 26, 2011

Dale Wilson Sturgein III, 32 of Streamwood, beloved son of Cheryl and the late dale II; loving brother of Chris Sturgeon, Stephanie Pontel and Erik Sturgeon; dear nephew of Frank Perry and Margaret Perotti; and loving fiancée Melissa Linstad. Dale was a Chicago sports fan and especially the Cubs. Visitation Thursday September 29, 2011 from 9:00 am until the time...

Maxine Pellonari

Maxine Pellonari

Sep 24, 2011

Maxine Pellonari 72, of Schaumburg. Loving sister of June (Carlton) Chase and the late Allen and Howard Pellonari. Proud daughter of the late Nicondro and Virginia (nee Magnini) Pellonari. Many loving nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday September 27, 2011 from 9:00am until time of service 11:00am at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 333 South Roselle Road, Roselle. Burial will...

Micaela Arevalo

Micaela Arevalo

Sep 24, 2011

Visitation for Micaela Arevalo nee Romero, of Hanover Park since 1986, will be Monday, September 26, from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 S. Greenmeadows Blvd (at Barrington Road), Streamwood/Schaumburg. Prayers will be Tuesday 10:15 AM at the funeral home, to St. Ansgar Church mass 11:00 AM. Interment St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery....

Joseph Dittmer

Joseph Dittmer

Sep 23, 2011

A memorial gathering for Joseph W. Dittmer, 52, of Hanover Park, IL will be held Saturday, November 12, 2011 11:00 - 3:00p.m. at The Senior Center 117 S. Washington St. Spring Green, WI 53588. Cremation was private at the Countryside Crematory. Born April 13, 1959 and passed away September 23, 2011 after a long illness. He was the loving son...

Nyla Summers

Nyla Summers

Sep 17, 2011

Nyla "Mae" Summers was born on February 16, 1931. She was born in Macedonia, IL she later moved to Elgin with her husband. She was peacefully sleeping in her home surrounded by her loving family when she was taken to her eternal home on September 17, 2011. She was known for many things, but most common was her home daycare...

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