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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Samuel Anderson

Samuel Anderson

Jul 16, 2009

Samuel Anderson, 70, of Streamwood for over 40 years; beloved husband for 47 yrs of Trudy nee Champion; loving father of Patrick (Peggy), Sam (Kim), Sue (Scott) Fuller, Joe (Mary), Tim (Linette), Vicky Anderson, Vince (Lynan) and Colleen (Bryan) Brusven; cherished grandfather of Shayna, Vanessa, Kyle, Jessica, Kahlee, Samantha, Matt, Megan, Nick, Mitchell, Amber, Wendy, Eric, Cheyenne, Madison, Taylor, Tyler,...

Joseph Conner

Joseph Conner

Jul 16, 2009

Joseph "Joe" Alvin Conner, 83, of Roselle died Thursday, July 16, 2009 at his home. Born March 20, 1926 in Dunbar, West Virginia. He was the son of Joseph Henry and Esther (nee Hubbard). Joseph was a veteran of WWII having served in the Army. Survivors include his children Redgie (Nikki)York and Richard Conner, Linda (Ronnie) Wofford, Patty Sebright and...

Dolores Mucha

Dolores Mucha

Jul 15, 2009

Dolores Marie Mucha nee Metz formerly of Harvard; beloved wife of Eugene; loving mother James John (Cheryl), Dolores Jean (Tony) Emerich and Claudia (Jim) Meyer; cherished grandmother of James Eugene (Mellissa) Mucha, Kimberly (Frank) Grumeretz and Ryan Emerich; proud great grandmother of Jack Joseph; dear sister of Leon (Alberta) Metz, Jr. Visitation Saturday 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass...

Lois Juliano

Lois Juliano

Jul 15, 2009

Lois L. Juliano nee Youngberg, wife for 58 years, of Jim. Mother of Gary, Jim and Tom (Kelly). Grandmother of Kristin, Jimmy (Sheryl), Jessica, Carly and Tony. Sister of Dorothy (late Gene) Heilig, Shirley Youngberg, Ruth (Joe “Doc”) LaGrippe, Elaine (late Ron) Kubinski, late Jerry Youngberg and late Audrey (late George) Smithers. Sister in law of Teofilo (late Rose), Michael...

Melisse Taeger

Melisse Taeger

Jul 14, 2009

Melisse Marie Taeger nee Stevens; beloved wife of Gary; loving mother of Kirsten (Patrick McCaulskey) of Seattle, Andy of Winfield; step mother of Greg of Culpeper, VA and Tracey of Manteno, IL; cherished grandmother of Andrew; dear sister of Leslie (Joe Petraitis) Stevens of Chicago, Tierney (Jerry) Faircloth of Virginia Beach,MD, Kim Stevens of Chicago and the late Joe Stevens;...

Frank Mueller

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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;...

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