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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William Lindberg

William Lindberg

May 21, 2024

William R. Lindberg, passed away peacefully in his Bartlett home on May 21, 2024, he was loved by many and surrounded by his family having just celebrated his 96 th birthday.

Bill was born at home in Boyer, Iowa on April 30, 1928 to Floyd and Fidelia Lindberg. He had an older sister, Maryann, and a younger...

Kimberly Mcmahon

Kimberly Mcmahon

May 19, 2024

Our dear mother and best friend, Kimberly McMahon, sadly passed away on May 19th, taken from us too soon at the age of 65. She was deeply loved and will be forever missed by her children, Kelly and Sean. She brought immeasurable love into our lives and was always there when we needed her, offering her support and wisdom. She...

Diane Marino

Diane Marino

May 18, 2024

Diane Marie Marino, of Elmwood Park, Beloved wife of the late James, J.; loving mother of Len (Leona) Marino, Larry Marino, Lisa (Mike) Chester and Philip Marino; adored nonna of Danielle DeMint, Taylor Fischer, Jim Marino, Gianna Marino, Anthony Marino and great nonna of Rylee, Justin, Jaxon, Lyric and Micah; dear daughter of the late Bernard and Lena Zanardo. Diane...

Barry Rogers

Barry Rogers

May 18, 2024

Barry G. Rogers, of Elgin.  Devoted husband of Jayne  (nee: McKay); loving dad of Carrie (Trevor) Kirkpatrick, Katie (Bryce) Runkel, Andrew Rogers and Robert Rogers; dear Grandpa of Aidan; much loved brother of Ric (Marian) Rogers, Jim (Diane) Rogers and the late Lisa; and son of the late Maurice and Julia Rogers. Barry had an extensive career in the...

John Nowak

John Nowak

May 17, 2024

John Nowak, 68, of Schaumburg, IL passed away on May 17, 2024.  John was born on December 9, 1955 in Chicago, IL to Antoni and Adeline Nowak. John celebrated 28 years of marriage to his beloved wife, Jolanta Nowak (Rolska). He is the loving brother of Michael and the late Richard; brother-in-law of Monika (Rajmund) Rolska-Liebe; cherished uncle of Damian...

Shirley Slusher

Shirley Slusher

May 17, 2024

A visitation will be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 from 12:30 pm until time of Service 1:00 pm at Countryside Funeral Home, 1640 S. Greenmeadows Blvd. Streamwood, IL 60107. Interment Dundee Township Cemetery East, East Dundee, IL. For information, please contact Countryside Funeral Home, 630-289-8054

Loretta Conforti

Loretta Conforti

May 16, 2024

Loretta H. Conforti (nee Liskowski), 101, of Hanover Park, passed away Thursday, May 16, 2024. An avid Bingo player, Loretta was an active member at St. Ansgar Church where she was a Eucharistic Minister and President of the Over 50 Club. She also prepared the sacristy before Mass everyday and planned parties and fund raisers for St. Ansgar Church. Beloved...

Maryann Gagnon

Maryann Gagnon

May 16, 2024

Maryann Gagnon, 86, passed away May 15, 2024. She is preceded in death by her father, the late Richard Carlton Whitney, her mother, the late Margaret Alice Balzer, Her Husband, the late John Gagnon, and her brothers, the late Richard (Dickie) Carlton Whitney Jr, the late Thomas Whitney, and the late Harold (Butchie) Whitney. She is survived by her sister,...

Margaret "Peg" Dunn

Margaret "Peg" Dunn

May 15, 2024

Margaret J. Dunn, 84, of Schaumburg, IL passed away on May 15, 2024.  Peg was born on April 7, 1940 in Evergreen Park, IL to James and Carol Kirkwood.  She is beloved wife of Glenn Dunn, the two of them would have celebrated 65 years of marriage in September this year; loving mother of Glenn Dunn and Allen (Tina) Dunn;...

Marlene Siemon

Marlene Siemon

May 15, 2024

Marlene R. Siemon (nee Steel), 87, of Streamwood died May 15, 2024. Marlene was the beloved wife of the late Edward Siemon; loving mother of Randall Edward (Mary Kay), Pamela (Don) Ullrich, Michael (Michele) and Diane; proud grandmother of Adam, Johanna, Benjamin, Michael, Douglas, Joshua and Joseph; dear great grandmother of Jackson, Shelby, Lucia, Murphy, Archie, William and Dinah. Marlene...

Ralph Wooland

Ralph Wooland

May 15, 2024

Ralph Nelson Wooland, 81, of Elgin, IL, and former long-time resident of Algonquin, IL, passed away on May 15, 2024. A Navy Veteran born in Wisconsin, Ralph was a loyal fan of the Green Bay Packers, an active member in the Sleepy Hollow Super Torquers Car Club since 1965, and an avid reader and photography enthusiast. He felt a deep...

John M. Barich

John M. Barich

May 15, 2024

John M. Barich, 69, of Bloomingdale, IL passed away peacefully on May 15, 2024 surrounded by family. John was born on October 20, 1954 in Chicago, IL to John and Jeanne Barich. He was the loving partner of Susan L. Bartucci for 22 wonderful years, loyal step-father of Angela (Ryan) Garcia, Gina (Matthew) Andriusis and Cara (Brian) Berdis; cherished papa...

Esperanza Vargas

Esperanza Vargas

May 14, 2024

Esperanza Vargas, 58, of Carol Stream, died May 14, 2024. Born July 24, 1965 in Columbia. Esperanza enjoyed cooking and riding with her husband on his motorcycle. She was incredibly caring and always put her family first. She will be missed. Beloved wife of 25 years to Edgardo; cherished daughter of the late Servio Garcia Bentancourt and Ceneida Garcia Florez...

James Nendze

James Nendze

May 14, 2024

James E. "Jim" Nendze age 82, of Elgin formerly of Bloomingdale; beloved husband of the late Barbara (nee Pries) loving father of Judith (Ludvig) Johansen and Kimberly (fiancé Michael Arena) Jones; proud grandfather of Katie (Brad Vorreyer) Johansen and Eric (Fiancée Mariah Dorsey) Johansen. Jim was a proud US Army veteran and enjoyed being a greeter and ushering at Hosanna...

Joan Mcneela

Joan Mcneela

May 13, 2024

Joan T. McNeela (nee Schiller), 90, of Bartlett, died Monday, May 13, 2024. Born May 10, 1934 in Chicago. Joan enjoyed playing the piano and playing Pinochle and Rummy but what she enjoyed most was spending time with her family. Beloved wife of the late James “Don” McNeela, loving mom of Jim (Debra) McNeela, Mark (Sherri) McNeela, Donna (Maurizio) DiGulio...

Edward Bjork

Edward Bjork

May 12, 2024

Edward P. Bjork, 76 of Roselle, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2024 surrounded by family. Born and raised in Crystal Falls, Michigan, Eddie was the son of Edwin (late) and Patrica, brother to Holly Rucinski, father to Bryan, Tim, and Suzie, and grandfather to Aaron. Edward was extremely hard working and spent over 40 years with the railroad. He was...

Barbara Parsley

Barbara Parsley

May 12, 2024

Barbara L. Parsley (nee O’Gara), 85, passed away Sunday, May 12, 2024. Born January 29, 1939 in Chicago. Barbara was a retiree of General Motors where she worked as a welder. Barbara was a very fun, loving person, with a big heart. After retirement from GM, she worked as a caregiver. She was preceded in death by her parents...

Robert Krueger

Robert Krueger

May 11, 2024

Robert “Bob” C. Krueger, 93, dear husband  for 68 years of the late Beverly; beloved dad of Debbie Huizinga, Kathy Bochniak and David (Tara) Krueger; loving grandpa of Jaime (Vince), Kurt, Christy (Josh), Kari (Chris) and the late Justin; adored great grandfather of Jonathan, Vivian, Victor, Joey, Noah and Abby and cousin to many.  Bob was a U.S. Coast Guard...

Kenneth Vojtech

Kenneth Vojtech

May 10, 2024

Kenneth Andrew Vojtech (Ken/Kenny) of Naperville, IL died Friday Morning, May 10 th , , 2024; born November 22, 1964. Beloved son of Karin Vojtech and Kenneth Vojtech. Dear brother to Kathie Smith, Kevin Vojtech (finace’ Jenny Dobson), Kari Vojtech Martin (husband Luke Martin), and loving Uncle and Great Uncle to Kyle Smith (wife Maggie Smith), Abby Smith (Adam Happ...

Arthur Lorence

Arthur Lorence

May 8, 2024

Arthur E. Lorence, 83, of Streamwood, died May 8, 2024. Art was the beloved husband of Evelyn Lorence (nee Stone) for 37 years; loving father to Alan, Denise, Brian, Craig, Kathie, David and Jenni; proud grandfather to many grandchildren and great grandchildren; dear brother of Lorraine, the late Marlene and Dolores. Art enjoyed many activities but loved golfing with his...

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