Obituaries
Recent Obituaries
Browse recent obituaries and death notices for the Norridge, IL area. Each tribute honors a life lived and reflects the diverse traditions, cultures, and stories that shape our community.
Joan Malatesta
Apr 8, 2021
Joan Malatesta, nee Russo, age 86. Devoted wife of Nick for over 50 years. Dear sister of the late Carmen. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews and great nieces and nephews. She was a teacher for many years and a very devout catholic. No public visitation will be held for Joan, but for those that wish to attend the...
Esther Jarosh
Apr 8, 2021
Esther M Jarosh , age 92, of Chicago, IL peacefully passed away on Thursday, April 8, 2021 in her home. She was born on April 4, 1929 in Bevent, WI and is one of six daughters (and eight sons) of Frank and Faustina (Meronek) Niewinski. Esther moved to Chicago in 1950. In August 1951, the former Ms. Niewinski was united...
Anne Dreyer
Apr 7, 2021
Anne M. Dreyer 90. At rest Wednesday, April 7, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Norman Sr., Loving mother of Norman Jr. and Shaun (Annette). Cherished grandmother of Victoria. Visitation Saturday, April 10th from 9:30 to 10:30 A.M. at Cumberland Chapels (FRIEL FUNERAL DIRECTORS) 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Funeral Services Begin: Saturday 10:30 A.M. at the Funeral Home and...
James Pastorino
Apr 7, 2021
James L. Pasterino, age 72, passed away peacefully on April 7, 2021. James was the beloved son the late late Louis and the late Eleanor Pastorino. Cherished cousin of the late David Jr. (Loretta), the late Robert (Carole O'Connor) and Adele Brichetto. Please omit flowers. Visitation will take place on Monday, April 12, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m....
Cheryl Orlich
Apr 7, 2021
Cheryl Orlich, age 70, at rest April 7, 2021. Beloved wife of Steven Orlich, Loving mother of Bryan Orlich and Shannon Dobija. Loving grandmother of Christina Dobija (Chad Cox), Kailey Dobija (Blake Inlow), Ashley Dobija, Joseph R. Dobija and Megan Dobija. Great grandmother of Ayden Cox plus one on the way. Dear sister of Dean (Pat) Langford, George Langford, Lynn...
Theresa Samborski
Apr 6, 2021
Theresa M. Samborski 82 of Harwood Heights, At Peace with Christ Tuesday, April 6, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Leo. Loving mother of Michael (Debbie), Paul (the late Mary Ann), Patricia, Joe (Jenny) and the late John. Dear grandmother of Krystyn (Sam), Kelly (Sam), Katy, Cody, Rheannon (Mikel), Dylan (Zach) and Chase. Great grandmother of Harley, McKenzie, Mason and...
Hildegard Knorrek
Apr 6, 2021
Hildegard 'Hilda' Knorrek, 99, passed away April 6, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Robert W. Knorrek for over 60 years. Loving mother of Robert E (Maryann Nash) Knorrek. Beloved grandmother of Danielle Knorrek. Dear sister of the late Oscar (the late Hermine) Kind. Fond aunt of Andrea (Mark) and Alex. Funeral services are private. Entombment Irving Park Cemetery.
James Del Favero
Apr 5, 2021
James “Jim” G. Del Favero 91 of Grayslake. Veteran of the Air National Guard of the U.S.A.. At Peace with Christ Monday, April 5, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Connie. Loving father of Peggy (Frank Belmonte), Joe (Karen) and Karen (Sam) Salman. Beloved son of the late Gino and Dorothy. Fond grandfather of Steven (Caroline), Lauren (Ryan), Mike and...
Maria Zwarycz
Apr 4, 2021
Maria Zwarycz, Age 93, (nee Dudcyk). Beloved wife of the late Stefan. Loving mother of Anna (late Greg) Cyza, Alex Zwarycz, Eugenia (Dennis) Lubas, Katherine (Frank) A’mato and Alice (Ken) Kemp. Cherished grandmother of Dawn, Michael, Sheri, Christine, Steven, Ryan, Adam and Mary. Great grandmother of Lauren, Jason, Timothy, Samantha, Nicole and 1 more on the way. Visitation Friday April...
Bobby Sloan
Apr 3, 2021
Bobby D. Sloan, age 83, United States Air Force Veteran, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2021. Bobby was the beloved husband of the late Glenda Fay, nee Smith; loving father of Bobby Dale (Beth) Greene, Robert Scott (Chris) and Mark Allen (Dena) Sloan, Melanie (Steve) Schaeve, Bridget Heart and Robert Tucknott; cherished grandfather of Marco, Mika, Jenny (Nagil) Diaz,...
Martha Magyar
Mar 31, 2021
Martha Magyar, nee Radits, age 74, passed away peacefully on March 31, 2021, with her daughters by her side. Martha was the beloved wife of the late Steve; loving mother of Gloria M. (Khim) Lee and Karen M. Plichta; dearest daughter of the late Maria and Franz Radits; cherished grandmother of Kaitlyn and Paul Plichta and Ashley and Lucas Lee;...
Madeline Reyer
Mar 31, 2021
Madeline J. Reyer, March 31, 2021, beloved wife of the late Thomas Reyer. Loving mother of Glenn (Cyndi), Julie (Michael) Lutz and Daniel (Audra Duoba). Dearest grandmother of Jessica (Todd Ruddy), J.T. and Alex. Fond sister of John (and the late Eugenia). Visitation Tuesday, April 6, 2021 from 3:00 until 8:00 p.m. and Wednesday from 10:30 a.m. until time of...
Joseph Locallo
Mar 30, 2021
With greatest of sadness, the family and friends of Joseph F. Locallo, Sr. (Joe) announce his passing on March 30, 2021 at the age of 96. He is survived by his wife Elizabeth J. Locallo (Bidlo) and his loving children, Diana Vera, (Arturo) Joseph Jr., (Kristine), John, and Beth Allegretti, (Ed); his devoted grandchildren, Joseph Locallo III (Catie), Jenna Kay...
Gary Potter
Mar 30, 2021
Gary Potter, age 83, at rest on March 30, 2021. Gary was a Veteran in the United States Army and was a retired Lieutenant with the Oak Park Police Dept. and former lead court security for the Derksen Federal Building. Beloved husband of Karen (nee Hansen). Loving father of Craig (Karen), Brian (Kathy), Gary (Maria) and Matt (Asta). Cherished grandfather...
Vito Abbinante
Mar 30, 2021
Vito R. "Rocky" Abbinante, age 95, passed away suddenly at his home on March 30, 2021. Rocky was the loving husband of the late Lucia "Lucy"; loving father of the late Kathleen; dear brother of Emanuele (the late Concetta) Abbinante and a fond uncle of many. Visitation Monday, April 5, 2021, from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels...
Dawn Remis
Mar 30, 2021
Dawn Alicia Remis, nee Kuffer, age 61, passed away peacefully on March 30, 2021. Dawn was the beloved wife of William "Bill" Remis for 38 wonderful years; dearest daughter of the late Irene M., nee McBride, and the late Donald A. Kuffer; cherished granddaughter of the late Ruth, nee Jernberg, and the late Arthur O. Kuffer; dear sister of Dorene...
Harriet Mucek
Mar 28, 2021
Harriet Mucek, nee Pedowski, age 91, passed away peacefuully on March 28, 2021. Harriet was the beloved wife of the late Julian; loving mother of Liz C. (Steven) Horvath and the late Mark G. Mucek;; cherished grandmother of Daniel and Robert Horvath; dear sister and fond aunt of many. Visitation Monday, April 5, 2021, at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence...
Ronald Haftl
Mar 27, 2021
Ronald H. Haftl, age 85, at rest on March 27, 2021.Ron was a resident of Norridge and Harwood Heights for 58 years and was a life long member of the Moose Lodge in River Grove. Ron was also a Union #194 Painter for 40 years and was an avid fisherman. He loved Las Vegas and was also an avid cruiser....
John Wozniak
Mar 26, 2021
John Wozniak, Age 94. Passed away March 26, 2021 at Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridge. Beloved husband of Louise (nee Boruta). Loving father of Jacqueline (Frank A.) Kolodziejczyk and Cathy (John) Sobczak. Cherished grandfather of Frankie Kolodziejczyk and Joey (Anya Kulas) Sobczak. Dear brother of the late Artie Wozniak. Fond uncle of many. Visitation Tuesday March 30, from 10:00...
Leszek Rybak
Mar 26, 2021
Leszek Rybak, Age 62, Passed away March 26, 2021 in Chicago, IL. Visitation Sunday April 11 from 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Family and friends to meet for the Mass of Christian Burial on Monday April 12, 5:00 p.m. at St. Francis Borgia Church, 8033 W. Addison, Chicago. Interment will be held...
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