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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 Halka
Dec 10, 2022
Visitation for Joseph W. Halka of Streamwood for 20 years will be held Saturday December 17, 2022 9:00a.m. until time of service 11:00a.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. Interment Maryhill. Joseph is the beloved husband of 9 years of Susan nee Choi; loving father of Joshua (Christa) Adamczyk and Justin (Yesam) Adamczyk; dear...
Frima Ilina
Dec 9, 2022
Frima Ilina, 82, of Bartlett died December 9, 2022. Visitation Thursday, December 15, 10:00am until time of service 12Noon at Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 950 South Bartlett Road (at Stearns Road) Bartlett. Following services cremation will be private at Countryside Crematory.
David Pate
Dec 9, 2022
David L. Pate, 80, of St. Charles, passed away on December 9, 2022. He was the cherished husband of 25.5 years to Elaine. David was a darling husband and generous to a fault. He would bring flowers to Elaine once a month for no reason at all. David owned the business along with his brother. The family business was started...
Anita Reid
Dec 8, 2022
Anita Marlene Reid (nee Wolke), 84, of Schaumburg and formerly of Elgin. Wife for 62+ years of the late David A. Reid, Sr.; mother of Debra Lee (Brian) Sullivan, David A., Jr. (Carlene) and Thomas L.; grandmother of Casey, Andrew, Colleen, William and Tom; great grandmother of Mac, Emmett, Owen, Harleigh Ann, Addison, Drew and Maci; sister of the late...
Rose Holzer
Dec 8, 2022
Rose M. Holzer, nee Kraemer, 90, formerly of Arlington Heights, Wheeling and Chicago; devoted wife (for 45 years) of the late Robert, Sr.; cherished mother of Gary (Robin), Michael (Mary), Patricia (Bruce), Ken (Gail), Frank (Debbie), John (Jeanne), Rosanne (Mike), Robert, Jr. (Tammy) and Dan (Michelle); proud grandma of 26 and great grandma of 13; dear sister of 11 brothers...
Lela Ramsey
Dec 7, 2022
Lela Fay Ramsey, 89, of Elgin, was born April 9, 1933, and passed away peacefully on the morning of December 7, 2022. She was preceded in death by her father, David Campbell; and her mother, Ruby Wells Campbell; sister, Helen Campbell; twin sister, Lula Smith; brother, William Campbell. She is survived by her husband of 64 years, Harley Ramsey, married...
Kenneth Andrews
Dec 7, 2022
Kenneth “Ken” Andrews, 47, of South Elgin, died Wednesday, December 6, 2022. Born July 2, 1975 in Des Plaines. Ken had a big heart. He enjoyed NASCAR, wrestling and the show “Sons of Anarchy”. He will be missed by his family and friends. Beloved son of Gordon and Wanda Andrews; loving brother of James Andrews and dear nephew of Cecil...
Robert "Bob" Madsen
Dec 7, 2022
Robert B. "Bob" Madsen, 88, of Elk Grove Village for over 60 years, passed away Wednesday, December 7, 2022. Bob was a passionate boater for 40+ years. He and his wife enjoyed creating waves at Fox Lake along with family and friends who were often on board. They extended their love of the water to many beach vacations including Hawaii....
Brian Hyzy
Dec 7, 2022
Brian K. Hyzy died peacefully at home on December 7, 2022 in Lisle, IL at the age of 61 (after a valiant battle with cancer). Brian is survived by his children Laura (Daniel) Andrzejuk, Mark Hyzy, and Sarah Hyzy; his grandson Jonathan Andrzejuk, his sister Patricia (John) Davies, former spouse Patti Hyzy, one aunt and many cousins. He is preceded...
Leslie Catenacci
Dec 6, 2022
Leslie (Les) W. Catenacci passed away December 6th, 2022, he was born February 2nd, 1940. He was the son of Angelo Catenacci and Elizabeth (Specht) Catenacci. He was born in Melrose Park, Illinois, the 11th of 11 children. Les graduated from Proviso High School in Maywood, Illinois and attended College of DuPage. Les was also a veteran of the U.S....
Marylou Martinez
Dec 4, 2022
Marylou E. Martinez, 63, of Westchester, passed away suddenly on December 3, 2022. Marylou was born on April 18, 1959 in Chicago. Marylou enjoyed working with all of her friends at Rush University Medical Center since her start in 1986. Her favorite hobbies was watching reality TV, but most importantly being surrounded by family and friends. Beloved Mom of James...
Carole Hendle
Dec 3, 2022
Carole J. Hendle, 81, of Bartlett, IL passed away on December 3, 2022. Beloved sister of the late George (Kitty), the late Bob (Diane), the late Jim (Georgia), Jack (Kathy), and the late Ronnie (Sue); loving aunt of John (Vicki), Marty (Anita), Sherry (Mark), Kim (John), Steve, Lane (Joann), Darren (Andra), the late Ron (Kathy), Derrick (Diana), Dawn, Bob and...
Linda Wuerffel
Nov 30, 2022
Linda Jean Wuerffel August 4, 1951- November 30, 2022 In our hearts forever and always Linda Jean Wuerffel, 71, daughter of the late Matthew and Jean Gembala, passed away peacefully by her husband of 51 years James’ side Wednesday, November 30, 2022. She is survived by her daughter Kristina (Joseph) Capozzoli. Grandsons James J. and Dominic M. Capozzoli. Daughter Kimberly...
Lewis Cleghorn
Nov 30, 2022
Lewis Travis Cleghorn, 86 of Marengo and formerly of Elgin and Hoffman Estates; is survived by his beloved wife Evelyn, nee Baker; his sons Neal (Karen) of St. Charles, and Bradley (Rebecca) of Marengo. Lewis was the dear grandfather of Michael, Joshua, Caleb, Rachel, Andrew, Haley and Jenna; beloved brother of Floydene (Allen) Rush and fond uncle of many nieces...
Rosalie Jackowski
Nov 29, 2022
A Memorial Visitation for Rosalie M. Jackowski nee Wasik will be held Monday, December 12, 2022 9:00a.m. until time of prayers 11:15a.m. at the Countryside Funeral Home and Crematory 1640 Greenmeadows Blvd. (at Barrington Rd.) Streamwood/Schaumburg. to St. Hubert Church. Mass 12noon. Inurnment St. Michael the Archangel. Cremation was private at the Countryside Crematory. Rosalie is the beloved wife of...
Dean K. Matsas
Nov 29, 2022
Dean K. Matsas, ("Epameinondas"), 94, of Dania Beach, Florida, formerly of Elmhurst, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 29, 2022 with his family in Florida. A lifetime restaurant owner, Dean was affectionately known as "Papou Nonda". Dean grew up in a Greek village in the mountains on the Albanian side of the Greek-Albanian border and immigrated to the United...
Ester Peña
Nov 28, 2022
Ester B. Peña, 77, of Bartlett since 1995, died Monday, November 28, 2022. Born September 19, 1945 in the Philippines. Ester loved watching movies with her husband, her faith and spending as much time as possible with her family. Beloved wife of 53 years to Ildefonso; loving mom of Joseph (Brenda) Peña, Gail (Christina) Peña, Larissa (Francis) Guiao and Veronica...
Adolf Babitsch
Nov 27, 2022
Babitsch, Adolf (Ady), Age 77, passed away on November 27, 2022. Beloved husband of Karin Babitsch, cherished father of Andreas (Shannon) Babitsch, and grandfather to Matthew S. Babitsch. Ady was loved by many extended family members and friends. A Celebration of Life service will be held in the spring.
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