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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Joseph Nicchia
Oct 14, 2024
Joseph S. Nicchia, 80, of Streamwood, IL passed away on October 14, 2024. Joe was born on April 15, 1944 to his parents Salvatore and Josephine Nicchia in Chicago, IL. He was a 4th degree Knighs of Columbus member. Jo e leaves behind his beloved wife of 53 almost 54 years, Mary; loving father of Jim (Lisa) Nicchia, Bob (Doris)...
Charles Davis
Oct 14, 2024
Charles "Chuck" H. Davis, 88, of Bartlett died October 14, 2024. Chuck was the beloved husband of Eileen (nee Domme) for 27 years; loving father of Susan (David) Przybylo, Karen Galinato, Charlene Devonish, Michele Brodbeck and Laura (Tyler) MacKenzie; proud grandfather of Michelle (Jeffrey) Kowalisyn, Keith Maltz, Alexander Galinato, Jacqueline Galinato, Christopher Davis, Lisa (Anthony) Collazo, Elaine (Carlos) Mejia, Kaitlyn...
James Kolb
Oct 13, 2024
James P. Kolb, 78 of Elgin, IL died Sunday, October 13 th , 2024. Born July 9, 1946 in Chicago, IL. James grew up in LaGrange, IL and graduated from Lyons Township High School in 1965. Throughout his life he owned several businesses including a Shell Gas Station, Arlington Limousine, Your Limo, and also worked for the Village of Streamwood...
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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...
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