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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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...

Beth Micel

Beth Micel

Oct 5, 2024

Beth Ann Micel (nee Zachreus), 58, of Bartlett, passed away Saturday, October 5, 2024. Beth was known for her contaigous laugh and was recognized as being optimistic, giving, selfless, and generous, which she exampled in her own passing by donating her organs to other families in need. Beloved wife of 30 years to Ronald; loving mother of Nicole Micel and...

Robert Rybicki

Robert Rybicki

Oct 5, 2024

Robert Paul Rybicki, 71, of Wheeling, passed away on Saturday, October 6, 2024. Born on January 15, 1953, in California, Robert was known for his love of the outdoors. He found joy in camping, fishing, birdwatching, needlepoint, photography, and cultivating flowers and plants. A passionate traveler, he visited all 50 states and explored many of the National Parks. A veteran...

James Gajewski

James Gajewski

Oct 4, 2024

James John Gajewski, 62, of Chicago, passed away Friday, October 4, 2024. A devout Elvis fan and Chicago White Sox Fan, Jim was well known for impersonating Jake of the Blues Brothers for many years. Beloved father of Kimberly Horne and Adam Deines; proud grandfather of Logan; cherished son of Elaine (nee Fortek) and the late John J. Gajewski; dear...

Marguerite "Peggy" Nykaza

Marguerite "Peggy" Nykaza

Oct 4, 2024

Marguerite Lee Nykaza, 73, of Bartlett, IL passed away on October 4, 2024. Born on June 6, 1951 in Chicago, IL to her parents John and Laverne Nolan. Peggy married the love of her life, Robert Nykaza, on July 29, 1972. Together they had one loving daughter Jennifer (Chris Gardley) Nykaza. Peggy is a cherished grandma to Shannon Nykaza and...

Kenneth Riccardo

Kenneth Riccardo

Oct 4, 2024

Kenneth “Ken” Michael Riccardo, age 82, of Sarasota, FL, formerly of Chicago. Cherished father of Dr. Nick (Paula) Riccardo and Lisa (Brad) Eshoo; loving grandfather of Michael and Brian Riccardo, Sean, Brynn and Alex Eshoo; devoted son of the late Joseph and Lillian (Mika) Riccardo; dear brother of the late Anthony (survived by Delores "Dee") Riccardo; former husband of Diane...

Jeremy Knapp

Jeremy Knapp

Oct 3, 2024

Jeremy  William Knapp, 43, Passed away on October 3, 2024, in Schaumburg, Illinois. Born on May 19, 1983. Jeremy’s vibrant spirit and passion for sports left a lasting impact on everyone around him. Jeremy is mourned and forever remembered by his son David, his mother Kim, stepfather Rick, brother Jason (Jennifer), sister Jenny (Nathan). He was a cherished nephew of...

Thomas "Thom" Elliott

Thomas "Thom" Elliott

Oct 2, 2024

Thomas C. "Thom" Elliott, Jr. passed away peacefully Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Thom was a devout Philadelphia Eagles, Chicago Blackhawks, and Chicago Cubs fan. He was a motorcycle fanatic who enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson, but was mostly a dedicated father to his children. Beloved husband of Jennifer M. (nee Koenig); loving father of Kaitlin (Van) Hager, Thomas C. Elliott...

Laura Murowski

Laura Murowski

Oct 2, 2024

Laura Murowski, 84, of South Elgin, IL passed away Wednesday, October 2, 2024 peacefully at Bickford Assisted Living in St. Charles. She was born July 27, 1940, the daughter of Thomas and Lorraine Wefing, and she was united in marriage to Richard Murowski for over 60 years. Laura grew up in New Jersey; she was a nursing student; and she...

Daniel Villegas Caldera

Daniel Villegas Caldera

Oct 2, 2024

Daniel Villegas Caldera, 81, murió 2 de Octubre 2024. Daniel era el amoroso esposo de Maria de la Luz Dorado Marquez; querido padre de Victor Martin Villegas Dorado, Isabel Villegas, Luz Marcela Villegas, Gabriela Villegas y Jose Daniel Villegas; orgulloso abuelo de Victor Hugo Villegas, Antonio Villegas, Aldo Villegas, George Villegas, Guadalupe Villegas, Nicolas Villegas, Melanie Cecilia Vargas Villegas, Josue...

Tina Neubert

Tina Neubert

Sep 30, 2024

Tina Marie Neubert, 64, of Elgin, IL, peacefully passed away on September 30,2024. A ceremony will be held in loving memory of her on Tuesday October 8, 2024 from 5:00-7:00 pm at Countryside Funeral Home, 950 S. Bartlett Rd. Bartlett IL, 60103 "Tina was 'Tina' we'd say. She was definitely one of a kind. She was a 28 year loving...

Randall Block

Randall Block

Sep 29, 2024

Randall R. Block, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and respected business owner, passed away peacefully at his home after a lengthy battle with cancer. Randy was born in Columbus, Wisconsin, where he spent his early years. His family later moved and settled in Illinois. It was there that he met and married his wife Cathy Block (née Engelhardt) with whom...

Phien Nguyen

Phien Nguyen

Sep 29, 2024

Phien Van Nguyen, 76, Died of a Stroke on September 29th, 2024 at Ascension Alexian Brothers - Hospice Residence in Elk Grove Village, IL. He was born on December 31st, 1947, in Chau Doc Vietnam. Phien fought in the Vietnam War alongside the Americans and was wounded in battle during a firefight. After coming home, he met the love of...

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