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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Frank Mueller
Jul 14, 2009
Frank P. Mueller, 48, of Hoffman Estates died Tuesday, July 14, 2009. Born January 12, 1961 in Chicago, he was the son of Pius and Marianne, nee Beringer. Frank enjoyed many things especially skiing, motorcycles, karaoke, soccer and spending time with his family. Survivors include wife Kathleen, nee Werner; children Lauren, Deanne and Frank; grandchildren Hannah and Ame; mother Marianne;...
Arthur Frech
Jul 12, 2009
Arthur Frech, 85, of South Elgin, died Sunday July 12th at St. Joseph Hospital in Elgin. He was born in Chicago, IL on March 17th, 1924. Beloved husband of 61 years to Jean (nee Thornton); loving father of Donna (James) Conard and Laura Frech; cherished grandfather Corrie (Monty) LeClair, Amanda (Jim) Hatfield; proud great grandfather of Anna and Brody LeClair;...
Paul Heuser
Jul 9, 2009
Paul Heuser of Carpentersville formerly of West Chicago and Freeport, IL; beloved husband of Janet “Jan”; loving son of Lillian and the late Charles Heuser; dear brother of David and Carol; fond brother in law of Dale (Bert) and Connie (Bob); many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and close friends; close friends of Dawn (Lee),Dean (Aline)and Tracy (Faron); dear master of...
Ricky Ford
Jul 9, 2009
Ricky Gene Ford, 49, of South Elgin died Thursday, July 9, 2009 at St. Joseph Hospital in Elgin. Born August 24, 1959 in Chicago, he was the son of Bobby and Margie (nee Martin). An avid Cubs and Blackhawks fan. He drove his truck “Hamerdown” for 25 years. Survivors include wife Kathy, nee Johnson; parents; sister Kimberly (Tim) Watkins; nieces...
Marie Hess
Jul 9, 2009
Marie Edith Hess, 80 of Bartlett, formerly of Elk Grove Village, died Thursday, July 9, 2009. Born October 13, 1928, she was the daughter of Bernhardt and Ola (nee Lemonds) Warneke. Marie enjoyed spending time with all of her family. Survivors include children Richard Jr. (Miriam), Debi, Ronald (Michelle) and Sandi (Mike) Dominie; grandchildren Rich (Julie), Erin (Caleb), David, Brian,...
Lucy Jans
Jul 7, 2009
Lucy G. Jans nee Pfeffer formerly of Bartlett; beloved wife of the late George J.; loving mother of Cindy (Richard) Mislevy and Craig (Sandy) Jans; cherished grandmother of Lea and Lorin; dear sister of John (Christine) Pfeffer, William (Sylvia) Pfeffer and the late Frances Ernst; fond sister in law of Lillian Jans. Visitation Friday 4:00 – 8:00 at the Countryside...
Dennis Russell
Jul 5, 2009
Dennis John “DJ” Russell of Wonder Lake; beloved of Kristin and Nicole; father of Kiki and Kassidy; son of Nora Mowers; grandson of Doug and Gail Patterson of Portage, WI; uncle to William; brother of the late Aubrey Antonelli. Farewell to everybody’s “DEEJ”, Grandpa’s "Digger" and Grandma’s “Big Bonjagaloot”. Visitation Saturday 1:00 until the time of Funeral Service 3:00 p.m....
Thomas Bradley
Jul 4, 2009
Thomas H. Bradley of Hanover Park; beloved son of Olav L. Bradley and the late Jeanette E. (nee Blanken); loving brother of David H. and the late Scot A.; dear nephew of Armand and Anne Brasted, Ronald and Claire Blanken; fond cousin of Kirsten, Harold, Elise and Gabriella; Thomas died suddenly on July 4th, he was a 3rd degree black...
William Slupski
Jul 4, 2009
William J. Slupski of Elgin since 1992; beloved husband of the late Susan; loving father of Craig (Amy), Carol (Brian) Graham and Brian (Geneva); proud grandfather of 6. William was an avid golfer, film buff and music enthusiast. A veteran of the National Guard. Memorial Visitation Thursday 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. with a Memorial Service at 6:00 p.m. at Rolling...
Donna Kostecki
Jul 2, 2009
Donna L. Kostecki nee Lochen of Schaumburg. Beloved wife of Gerald R.; loving mother of Lauren (Steve), James (Diane), Carrie (Scott) and the late Janice; cherished grandmother of Katie, Sarah, Maggie, Ellen, Mark, Daniel and Abby; dear sister of the late Robert. Visitation Tuesday 3:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home & Crematory, 333 S. Roselle Rd., Roselle....
Clifford Brege
Jul 2, 2009
Clifford J. Brege, 82, formerly of Streamwood, died July 2, 2009 of complications from diabetes with soul mate of 35 years Alma, two children and a grandson by his side in Tucson, AZ. A veteran of the Navy having served in WWII he married Shirley Ruhlach on June 28, 1947. She passed away September 19, 1972. In 1989 Clifford retired...
David Banker
Jul 1, 2009
David E. Banker of Bartlett formerly of Villa Park. Loving father of David A., Kevin and Carissa; Cherished son of N. Ruth (nee Smith) and the late O. Henry Banker, Jr.; Dear brother of Donna Hall; Proud uncle of Alyssa and Charlie. His family was very important to him. Visitation Monday 3:00 – 9:00 p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home,...
Gisele Danner
Jun 29, 2009
Gisele L. Danner, 81, of Mt. Prospect died Monday, June 29, 2009. Born July 14, 1927 in Heidelberg, Germany, she was the daughter of Hans and Katharina, nee Strässer, Winkenbach. She was a loving wife, daughter, grandmother, daughter, sister and aunt. She especially enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren and gardening. Survivors include daughter Karina E. (James) Koptik; grandchildren Zachary,...
Nikhilkumar Patel
Jun 28, 2009
Funeral Services for Nikhilkumar Patel were held Wednesday, July 1, 2009. Cremation was private at the Countryside Crematory. 630-289-7575
Genevieve Ptak
Jun 28, 2009
Genevieve M. Ptak nee Bogdan, of Streamwood for 19 years formerly of Cicero. Born April 26, 1924 in Chicago, she passed into eternal life June 28, 2009 at her home in Streamwood. She was the beloved wife of the late Felix Ptak; cherished daughter of the late Lucy and John Bogdan; loving mother of Mike (Cindy) Ptak and Camille Ptak;...
John Desmond
Jun 28, 2009
Prayers for John Robert Desmond, 62 of Hanover Park for 30 years, formerly of Berwyn will be held Thursday 10:15a.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg to St. Ansgar Church. Mass 11:00a.m. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside. Visitation will be held Wednesday 3:00 – 9:00p.m. at the funeral home. John was a...
Donald Grinko
Jun 26, 2009
Funeral Services for Donald M. Grinko, 69 of Bartlett since 1967 will be held Monday 7:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home 950 South Bartlett Rd. (at Stearns Rd.) Bartlett. Visitation will also be Monday from 4:00p.m. until the time of services. Following services, cremation will be private at the Countryside Crematory. Don was a member of Local Union 73 Sheet...
Russell Danner
Jun 24, 2009
Russell E. Danner of Bartlett; Beloved husband of Mary Jean nee Tranquill; Loving father of Rebecca (Adam) Birr of Chandler, Arizona, Valerie Danner of Chicago and Carolyn Danner of Bartlett; Cherished grandfather of Abigail. A member of Bartlett American Legion Post #57, Past director of Bartlett Chamber of Commerce and past treasurer of Aurora Sportsman’s Club. Visitation Sunday 3:00 –...
James Richardson
Jun 23, 2009
Prayers for James Peter Richardson, 59, of Bartlett will be held Friday 9:00a.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home 950 South Bartlett Rd. (at Stearns Rd.) Bartlett to St. Mary Catholic Church in Elgin. Mass 10:00a.m. Interment St. Michael. Visitation will be held at the funeral home Thursday 3:00 – 9:00p.m. James Is the beloved daddy of Erin (David) Figueiredo of...
Bruce Wrightson
Jun 22, 2009
A memorial service for Bruce Raymond Wrightson will be held at Countryside Funeral Home & Crematory 333 S. Roselle Rd., Roselle. Saturday, June 27 from 2- 4 p.m. Bruce lived in Woodstock, and died June 22 at home. He was born August 7, 1961 in Lousiville, KY, where he attended St. Margaret Mary School and Church, and graduated from Waggener...
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