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.
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Nick Alexakis
Apr 15, 2020
Nick G. Alexakis, age 81, passed away on April 15, 2020. Nick was the beloved husband of Maria N., nee Georgopoulos, for 44 wonderful years; loving father of Marika N., Georgia N. (Oliver Shields) and the late Konstantina N. (Jerell Chua); and cherished grandfather of Olympia, Nicola, Felix and Elliot. Nick was a dear brother to many, with siblings in...
Laura Camiliere
Apr 15, 2020
Laura Camiliere nee Lopreste, age 97. Beloved wife of the late Thomas; loving mother of Ned (Diane), JoAnn Sorensen, Thomas (Mary) and Dianne (Dan) McMullin; beloved daughter of the late Grace nee Incandela & Vito Lopreste; fond grandmother David, Jennifer (Shaun), Nicole (Brent), Jenny (David), Michele (Bobby), Danny and Bryan; great grandmother of Dylan, Tommy, Angelina, Brianna, Gianna and the...
Robert Fabianski
Apr 14, 2020
Robert R. Fabianski, age 89, U.S. Navy Veteran of the Korean War serving on the U.S.S. Hubbard, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2020. Robert was the beloved husband of the late Dolores M., nee Crouse; loving father of Susan R. (Emil) Villiger, Patricia J. (Scott) Schulz, Elizabeth A. (Robert) Handzel, James J. (Martha) and Mark R. (Cecille) Fabianski; cherished...
Jim Gerke
Apr 13, 2020
Jim Gerke LUTCF, CLTC 76 of Park Ridge. At Peace with Christ, Monday, April 13, 2020 .Beloved husband of Mary nee Luba. Devoted son of the late Roman and Mary. Fond brother in law of Virginia Jonaitis and Lily Luba. Dear nephew of Josephine Chyler. A special thanks to his “Little brother” Cousin Robert Hicks. Jim began his career with...
Thomas Toton
Apr 13, 2020
Thomas D. Toton. Born November 4, 1932 Passed April 13, 2020.Loving husband, devoted father of 3 children, grandfather of 5, and loving uncle to his nieces and nephews. Thomas was a proud Navy veteran from the Korean war. Tom loved playing cards, especially poker. He was an avid reader, especially the newspaper. He loved cowboy movies and boxing. Tom was...
Paul Genova
Apr 13, 2020
Paul A. Genova, 101, passed away peacefully April 13, 2020. Loving husband of the late Anna Marie "Kitty" (nee La Paglia). Beloved father of Mary Anne (Michael) Avram, Louise (Tom, CPD retired) Cradick and John Genova, CFD. Cherished grandfather of Theresa (John) Guleserian, Joseph (Maggie) Avram, Tom (Elise) Avram, the late John (Maureen) Cradick, Brian Cradick and Michael Cradick, Jason...
Judith Drugan
Apr 12, 2020
Judith Ann Drugan nee Paleczny, 69; Cherished mother of Matt (Laura) Drugan, Katie Drugan and Patrick Drugan; Loving grandmother of Jake and Luke; Beloved daughter of the late Catherine and the late John Paleczny; Dear sister of John (Marlene) Paleczny; Patty (Mike) Czarkowski; Mike (Crunch) Paleczny; Sandy (Jeffrey) Seay and the late Cathy (Steven) Colvin; Fond aunt to many. Due...
Helena Mazek
Apr 12, 2020
Helena Mazek, nee Jakubek, age 80, passed away on April 12, 2020. Helena was the beloved wife of Stanislaw for 59 wonderful years; loving mother of Antoni (Mary) and Jack (Diane) Mazek; cherished grandmother of Jennifer, Brandon, Matthew and Zachary Mazek; dear sister of Maria (Frank) Drozd, Kaska (Romek) Czuprynski and the late Czeszlaw, Edward, Jan and Stanislaw. Helena was...
Kenneth Wiess
Apr 11, 2020
Kenneth A. Wiess, age 84, at rest on April 11, 2020. Ken resided in Elmwood Park for 44 years. former husband of Lessie Ciccarelli. Loving father of Theresa (Richard) Wastag, Larry (Mary Jo) Wiess, Sherry (Pat) Pavone and Kenneth (Catherine). Dear grandfather of Cynthia (Anthony) Reina, Lindsey (Logan) Ayers and Stephanie Wiess, Michael (Regina) Wiess and Johnathon (Julie) Wiess and...
Emilia Pontarelli
Apr 10, 2020
Emilia Pontarelli, nee Neri age 93, Beloved wife of late Vincenzo. Devoted mother ofTony (Cindy), Maria (Vito) Dalmazio and the late Anna (Vince) Rendina. Cherished grandmother of Vincent, Desiree, Elisa,Michael,Teresa,Diana, Josie, Jennifer and the late Freddie. Great grandmother of 14. Dear sister of Antonio (Lutgarda) Neri, the late Gina (the late Antonio) Pontarelli, Giovanni (Vincenzina) Neri, Michele Neri, Pasquale (Diane)...
Louise Gurklis
Apr 10, 2020
Louise Marie Gurklis, age 84, passed away on April 10, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Louise was the beloved wife of Vincent P. Gurklis, for 61 wonderful years; loving mother of David J. (Diane) and Michael V. (Linda) Gurklis, and Kathleen T. (Sam) Armando and the late Jean M. (Jeff) Cavanaugh; dearest daughter of the late Mildred and Harry...
Frank Napolitano
Apr 9, 2020
Frank Napolitano 85 of Park Ridge. At Peace with Christ, Thursday, April 9, 2020. Beloved husband of Rose Ann. Loving father of Joseph (Susan), Vito (Linda) and Anne. Fond grandfather of Lisa Marie (David), Frank (Mia), Danielle (Ivan), Lauren Michelle & Joseph James, Great grandfather of Ethan, Justina, Vince, Naomi, Kenzie and Austin. Dear brother of Salvatore (the late Kathy)....
Bernadine Karbowski
Apr 9, 2020
Bernadine “Dena” Karbowski 79. At Peace with Christ, Thursday, April 9, 2020. Loving mother of Kimberly (John) Rooney and Dr. Walter (Tina) Karbowski. Dear grandmother of John Patrick, Michael, Matthew and Anthony. Due to the current health situation all services will be private. Info 708-456-8300 or www.cumberlandchapels.com
Gus Serio
Apr 9, 2020
Gus P. Serio, 93, Veteran WWII, U.S.M.C., 5th Div. passed away on Thursday, April 9, 2020. Beloved father of Donna Serio, Gary (Vicky) Serio, and Lynn (Jerry) Witwicki. Loving Grandfather of Toni (Bert) Johnson, Alissa (Joe) Giles, Samantha (Spencer) Artz, Morgan Fallos and Kaitlyn Fallos, Frank Macino and Rick (Danielle) Macino. Loving Great-Grandfather of Ryker and Olivia Artz, Nora Johnson...
Giorgio Zagone
Apr 7, 2020
Giorgio Zagone, Age 91. Beloved husband of Carmela (nee Anzalone). Loving father of Joe (Ena) Zagone and Gina (Michael) Rinaldi. Cherished Nonno to Michael & Nicholas Rinaldi and Giorgio, Daniela and Brianna Zagone. Dear brother of Francesca (late Giovanni) Saso. Proud uncle of many nieces and nephews. Due to the current health situation, all services will be private. A memorial...
Gladys Zullo
Apr 7, 2020
Gladys Zullo (nee Rosado), age 85, passed away on April 7, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Gabriel Zullo. Loving mother of Harvey and Michael (Deena). Cherished grandmother of Victoria (Miguel) Santiago, Daniel (Christina), Geoffrey (Stephanie), Sara Brines and Airielle (Alex) Hanos. Great grandmother of 10. Dear sister Ivan Rosado. Fond aunt, cousin and friend to many. Due to the...
Sharon Rose
Apr 3, 2020
Sharon A. Rose, nee Anderson, age 83, passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 3, 2020. Sharon was the beloved wife of John M. for 58 wonderful years; loving mother of Julie A. Rose-Skifano and Lisa A. Rose and the late Karyn A. (Kevin) Duffy; dearest daughter of the late Adella and J. Harold Anderson; cherished grandmother of Meghan...
Brigitte Kocjancich
Apr 2, 2020
Brigitte Kocjancich, nee Kappe, age 82, passed away April 2, 2020. Brigitte was the beloved wife of the late Edward; loving mother of Edward "Eddie" and Peter Kocjancich; cherished grandmother of David and Mark; loving sister of Manfred, Ruth and the late Hanz. Brigitte was a fond aunt of many. Due to the current health situation, all services will be...
Marco Difranco
Apr 2, 2020
Marco Di Franco, 50, CPD for over 20 years; Cherished husband of Maria; Devoted father of Olivia and Pietro; Beloved son of Santa and the late Pietro; Loving brother of Sal (Kimberly) and the late Rosa; Dear uncle to Benjamin, Grace and Christopher; Dear son-in-law of Filomena and Meraldo Bartucci and brother-in-law of Carmine Bartucci and Cristina (John) Hayden; Fond...
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