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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Margaret Brown
Aug 22, 2022
Margaret “Kay” Brown (nee Stump) of Streamwood, formerly of Sycamore, went to her heavenly home on August 22, 2022, after a courageous 8-year battle with cancer. Kay was the daughter of W. Austin and Margaret (nee Kaufman) Stump and a 1962 graduate from Warren High School (Warren, IL). She went on to earn a degree in Nursing and dedicated her...
Lorraine Eckert
Aug 21, 2022
Services for Lorraine J. Eckert nee Werner of Chicago will be held Friday, August 26, 2022 Lying in State 9:00a.m. until time of service 10:00a.m. at Trinity Lutheran Church 405 S. Rush St. Roselle. Interment St. Luke Cemetery Chicago. Lorraine is the beloved wife of the late Edwin K.; loving mother of Paula (the late Gerald) Wegner and Linda (Gordon)...
Patricia Olsen
Aug 20, 2022
Visitation for Patricia S. Olsen nee McNamee of Hoffman Estates since 1969 will be held Sunday, August 28, 2022 3:00 - 8:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home 333 S. Roselle Rd. (1/2 mile south of Irving Park Rd.) Roselle. *casual attire requested for the visitaiton* Funeral Monday 9:15a.m. to St. Hubert Church. Mass 10:00a.m. Following mass, cremation will be private...
Paul Schaefer
Aug 19, 2022
Visitation for Paul D. Schaefer of Elgin since 1981, will be held Friday, September 2, 2022 3:00 – 9:00p.m. with a wake service at 5:30p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home 95 S. Gilbert Rd. (at State St.) South Elgin. Saturday visitation 8:30a.m. until time of mass 9:30 at St. Mary Church 400 Fulton St. Elgin. Interment St. Michael the Archangel....
Patricia Lillienberg
Aug 19, 2022
Patricia B. Lillienberg, 87, nee Lepley of Bartlett and formerly of Chicago; wife of the late Rowland Wilford; mom of Lori Lillienberg (Brian Davis), Pamela (Michael) Berry and Donna Lillienberg; grandma of Erik, Shannon, Rachel, Jake, Gwynn, Sam, Kirsten and Nichelle; sister of Edwina "Lee" (late Norman) Kreitman; daughter of the late Paul and Leona Blanche Lepley and she was...
Steven Block
Aug 19, 2022
Steven S. Block, 65, of Roselle, died Friday, August 19, 2022. Born August 12, 1957, in Evanston. Steve was an avid Las Vegas Raiders fan who enjoyed comic books, especially the character Wolverine. He loved being outdoors, a good mind for trivia, a great sense of humor and was very kind. He will be missed by his family and Friends....
Judith Davenport
Aug 18, 2022
Judith A. Davenport, 81, of St. Charles, formerly of Wood Dale and Elk Grove Village, died August 18, 2022. Judith was the loving mother of Jeff (Lynette), Greg (Tamara), Laurel (Wally) Tubilewicz and Carol Davenport; proud grandmother of Tabitha (fiancé Nick) Kerlin, Troy Davenport and Sam Tubilewicz; Parents of late Ann and Arthur Neander, dear sister of the late Geraldine...
Paul Gdowski
Aug 17, 2022
Visitation for Paul Frank Gdowski of Streamwood, formerly of Elk Grove Village, will be held Sunday, August 21, 2022 3:00 – 9:00p.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Cremation was private at the Countryside Crematory. Paul is the beloved father of Adam (Katie Olsick), Eric (Francesca Cudney) and Danielle Gdowski; Former wife of their...
Joseph Zenkner
Aug 17, 2022
Joseph Zenkner, 98, died August 17, 2022. Born March 17, 1924 in Poland. Beloved husband of the late Anna; loving father of Walter (Alina); grandfather of Mark (Dawn), Erick (Milena) and Lisa (fiancé Scott); great grandfather of Ryan, Katlyn, James and Kara.
Jovito Daquiwag
Aug 17, 2022
Jovito V. Daquiwag, 93, of Elgin, died Wednesday, August 17, 2022. Born February 15, 1929 in the Philippines. Jovito enjoyed singing, swimming, playing Mahjong and traveling but his two greatest passions were his faith and spending time with his family. Beloved husband of the late Milagros; Loving father of Julita (Ramon) Cruz, Romeo (Grace) Daquiwag, Gloria (Januario) Lagunilla, Elizabeth (Benjamin)...
Genevieve Murray
Aug 16, 2022
Genevieve A. Murray, 90, of Appleton passed peacefully from this life into eternal life on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 at Rennes Health Care Center in Appleton. Genevieve was born in Chicago on July 13, 1932, to the late Walter and Genevieve (Waymel) Crane. She was united in marriage to McGarry “Mac” Murray and the couple enjoyed many years together until...
John Kremer
Aug 16, 2022
John "Jack" Kremer, age 93, died peacefully in his sleep on August 16, 2022. John, beloved husband of Jacquelyn (Richter) for 68 years, father of Mike (Rhonda), Deb (Mike), Sue (Ray), John (Janet), Lisa (John), Dave (Michele), and Bruce (Chrissy), 20 grandchildren,16 great-grandchildren, loving son of the late John and Minnie Kremer, dear sister Jeanne Banner, late sister Marie Kremer,...
Loretta Stein
Aug 15, 2022
Loretta L. Stein (nee Przybylski), 89, of River Grove, passed away Monday, August 15, 2022. A lifelong Registered Nurse for over 60 years, Loretta began her career at Cook County Hospital as a labor and delivery nurse and eventually finished her career as director of staffing for home healthcare. Loretta enjoyed vintage cars and took pride in being a nurse...
Thomas Stefan
Aug 14, 2022
Thomas John Stefan, 80, died August 14, 2022. Tom was the beloved husband of Pat (nee Galizia) for 56 years; loving father of Tom (Michele), Tim, and Tracy (the late Kevin) Hedstrom; proud grandfather of Hailey and Ryan (Lynn); dear great grandfather of Phoenix, Everett, Lincoln and Ivy; cherished brother of Richard (Joan), Regina (Don) Hallerd and the late Kathleen;...
Michael Cunningham
Aug 11, 2022
Michael Cunningham, 65, of Aurora, died Thursday, August 11, 2022. Born February 3, 1957 in Liverpool, England. Michael had a sweet tooth for European chocolate and fine Scotch. He currently worked at KeHe (formerly Tree of Life) for 21 years and before that he worked at VSA. He valued his work and his family above all else. Beloved husband of...
Robert Fitzgerald
Aug 11, 2022
Robert L.. Fitzgerald age 84 of Glen Ellyn, Illinois entered eternal life on August 11, 2022. He was born February 20, 1938 in Illinois where he lived a full life. Robert was the beloved husband of the late Frances; loving father of Daniel Fitzgerald and Linda Allen; caring grandfather of Nathan and Nicholas Allen; fond brother of the late Donna...
Clifford Carlson
Aug 11, 2022
Clifford Wilbur Carlson, age 91, formerly of Streamwood, Il., died peacefully in his sleep on August 11, 2022 at his home in Huntley, Il. Cliff was born in Chicago, Il. on July 27, 1931 to Ethel and Clifford Carlson. He is survived by his children Caren (Paul) Knabe, Clifford W. (Denise) Carlson Jr., and Cheryl (Charles) Schrade; his six grandchildren...
Anthony Gendusa
Aug 11, 2022
Anthony Gendusa has gone to the lord August 11, 2022, he was born February 26, 1939 in Chicago. He is survived by Maureen of 25 years; wonderful father of Doreen, Vincent (Caitlyn) and Kim; Awesome grandfather of Anastasia and Allyson; caring son of the late Mary and Vincent Charles; Dear brother of the late Marge(Bob); and many nieces and nephews....
Paul Chabria
Aug 10, 2022
Paul R. Chabria, age 87, of La Grange Park, IL passed away on Wednesday, August 10, 2022. He was an inventor and businessman who loved people and was passionate about his family. Beloved husband of Meena Chabria for 64 years, loving father of Raj (Kathy) Chabria and Mony (Rose) Chabria, and doting grandpa to Jarrad, Claire, Delaney, and Zoe. Paul...
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