Obituaries

Nov 13, 2023

William “Dick” Richard Knepler, 76, of Bartlett, IL passed away on November 13, 2023.  He was born on January 14, 1947 to William Lee and Florence Knepler. Dick was the beloved husband to the late Jane Knepler, and to Joanne Nirtaut; loving father to John (Jessica) and Katie Knepler and stepfather to Karen and Melissa Nirtaut; cherished grandfather to Katheryn...

Nov 13, 2023

Kevin Wright died November 13, 2023. He is survived by his parents, Tim and Ginny, and his sister, Jessica (Phil). He was a beloved son, brother, nephew, cousin, friend, and uncle to cats. He will be deeply missed. Kevin earned his Bachelor's degree at Valparaiso University and his Master's degree at University of Illinois Springfield. He was an incredibly talented...

Nov 13, 2023

Dolores "Dee" DiIacova, 78, of Elgin, formerly of Streamwood since 1977, passed away Monday, November 13, 2023 surrounded by her family. Dee was born in Chicago, IL on Thanksgiving Day November 23, 1944. This Thanksgiving would have been her 79th birthday. Dee worked at the Poplar Creek Library. She cherished playing Scrabble with her Scrabble Sisters of Streamwood. Dee eventually...

Nov 11, 2023

John Patrick Cheatham, 49, of Itasca, passed away Saturday, November 11, 2023. John was the founder/owner of John's Sparkling Fresh Cleaning after being employed at Mister Natural Services for over 24 years, hoping to retire after he turned 50. He also loved travelling on cruise ships. Beloved wife of Ana (nee Morales); loving step father of Itzyanna (Jose) Perez, Diana...

Nov 9, 2023

A Memorial Visitation for Vicente Hernandez of Hanover Park for 20 years, will be held Friday, November 17, 2023 4:00 - 9:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Service 7:00p.m. Saturday inurnment 10:00a.m. at St. Michael the Archangel Cemetery 1175 W. Algonquin Rd. Palatine. Family and friends to gather just before 10:00a.m....

Nov 9, 2023

Robert Wellington Dunbar, 96, a longtime Roselle resident and member of Trinity Lutheran Church, passed away Thursday, November 9. Beloved husband of the late June for 67 years; loving father of Jenny Dunbar, Joan (Rick) Kesler, Carey Dunbar, and Robert (Janice) Dunbar; proud grandfather of Kaitlyn and Lindsay Kesler, and Alec Dunbar; fond brother of the late Mary (Dunbar) Rosenwinkel....

Nov 8, 2023

Angela Carella, 96, of Bartlett, IL passed away on November 8, 2023. Angela is the beloved mother of Stella (Daniel) Wagner and Rocco (Margaret) Carella; cherished Nonna of Danielle and Stephanie Wagner and Nicole, Andrew (Caitlin), and Matthew Carella; loving sister of Maria (Giuseppe) Cataldo and Francesca “Lella”(Antonio) Vavalle; dear zia to many. She was preceded in death by her...

Nov 7, 2023

Visitation for John R. Eichinger of Streamwood since 1977 will be held Wednesday November 15, 2023 9:00a.m. until time of Celebration of Life 11:00a.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Interment private. John is the beloved husband of 42 years of Kyle nee LaMarche; loving father of Cynthia Eckman, Michelle (Don) Lyter, John (Jessica)...

Nov 6, 2023

Judy M. Brandt, 74, of Hanover Park, IL passed away on November 6, 2023.  She is the beloved mother of Russell (Chris) Brandt III and Scott (Laurie) Brandt; cherished grandma of Jessica, Russell IV, Mackenzie, John, Aaron and Maddux; loving sister of Wayne (Ruthie) Sommers, Renée (the late Rick) Gussman and Barry Sommers.  Judy was preceded in death by her...

Nov 5, 2023

Margaret Jean Reule (nee MacLean) of Lake Geneva, WI; beloved wife of the late Robert; loving mother of Brian (Carianne) and Amy (Marc) Nielsen; cherished grandmother of Trevor, Brenden, Morgan and Emma; dear aunt to many; dear sister of the late Joan Schoemann (nee MacLean) and Forrest (Kari) MacLean. Margaret was born on June 5th, 1945 in Chicago, IL and...

Nov 2, 2023

David J. Knight, 62, of Chicago, passed away Thursday, November 2, 2023. An avid Cubs fan, David was an accomplished musician who enjoyed visiting the casino. Beloved father of Jessica Knight, Brian (Cynthia) Knight, and Stacey Knight; proud grandfather of Bradley, Olivia, Arianna, Mason, and the late Daniella; dear brother of the late Dennis Knight; former husband of Lilian and...

Nov 1, 2023

Choy Ping Dai, 103, of Schaumburg, passed away on Nov 1, 2023. Beloved wife to deceased husband Ser Jew Dai, loving mother to George (Luna) Dai, James (Grace) Dai, and Harrison (Terra) Dai; former mother-in-law to Marilyn Dai; cherished grandmother of Aaron Dai, Benjamin (Elaine) Dai, and Cornelia (Ben Lee) Dai; Brandon (Rachel) Dai and Ryan Dai; Jason (Natsuko) Dai...

Oct 30, 2023

Brent D. Freeman. Loving dad of Ryan (Jessica) Freeman; dear grandfather of Ayden and Benjamin; fond son of the late Carl Albert and Charlotte (nee: Podlesak) Freeman; caring brother of Deborah (David) Giannosa and uncle of Angelo and Nick. Brent was a mechanic for Toyota for many years, and loved to build motorcycles and cars.  He played guitar and was...

Oct 28, 2023

Elizabeth Ann Byers “Nana”, 79, of St. Charles, passed away October 28, 2023 peacefully at home with family at her side. Born April 11, 1944 in Merced, California. She was preceded in death by her husband Kent Byers and daughter Deanna Lovelady (Daughter, Modesto California) She is survived by sons Lance and Darin Byers; daughter-in-law Brandy Byers; grandchildren Tyler Byers,...

Oct 25, 2023

Gordon Arthur Albright was born April 21, 1934, and died October 25, 2023 after a brief illness. A lifelong resident of Elgin, he attended Columbia School. He graduated from Elgin High School in 1952, where he played trombone and excelled at chemistry. After school, he worked in the lab at Borden Foods before Serving as a technician in the US...

Oct 25, 2023

Frances Polick, 93, died October 25, 2023. Frances was the loving sister of Stanley (Marie) Polick, the late Mary Czarnik, Helen Polick, Sophie Miller and John Polick. She will be missed by many loving nieces and nephews. Burial will take place on Wednesday at All Saints Cemetery 700 N. River Road, Des Plaines at 1:00pm.

Oct 25, 2023

Oct 25, 2023

Jerry Kelly, 70, of Wayne, originally of Sligo, Ireland, passed away Wednesday, October 25, 2023. An avid woodworker and handyman, Jerry was very proud of his home and yard and enjoyed spending time on his deck watching the birds. Beloved husband of Nancy (nee Jones); loving father of David (Amy), Sean (Erica), and Tom (Teuta Alimi); proud grandfather of Aidan,...

Oct 25, 2023

Joan Faith Hildwein, nee Garske, 82 of Bartlett; cherished wife of Jeffrey; loving mom of Jill (Scott) Hempen, Janelle (Shawn) Smeins and Kurt (Antoinette) Hildwein; dear grandma of Sarah (Alexander) Dickinson, Zachary (Alleigh) Hempen, Laurel (Andrew) Stover, Rhett Smeins, Keith, Bradley, Chad and Ryan Hildwein; loving sister of the late Gail (late Tom) Kolar and beloved daughter of the late...

Oct 24, 2023