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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Stephen L Tallen

Stephen L Tallen

Feb 19, 2026

Softly, as you leave us, the lights have dimmed, the last dance ended after 65 years of marriage, Steve Tallen, 84, passed away on February 19, 2026, leaving behind his wife, Cyndi Tallen (Hlavac). Also survived by his daughters, Laura Lee Khalil (Richam), Kim Gonzalez (Mark Haas) and son Stephen Jr. (Maria Baez). Grandchildren, Jason (Melissa), Michael, Amy, Steven, Joseph,...

Andigoni Samatas

Andigoni Samatas

Feb 18, 2026

Andigoni Samatas passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. She was born in Qyteza, Albania and came to America in 1938, beginning a life defined by resilience, devotion to family, and deep gratitude for the opportunities of her new home.

She was predeceased by her beloved husband of 57 years, George Samatas, with whom she shared a lifetime of love,...

Susan Elizabeth Morreale

Susan Elizabeth Morreale

Feb 18, 2026

Susan Elizabeth Morreale, nee May, age 81, passed away 02/18/2026.

Beloved wife of Charles V. Morreale Jr.  Loving mother of Charles V. III, Christopher Philip, Stephen Michael, Samantha Elizabeth Morreale.  Beloved daughter of the late Benjamin P. and Helen E. (nee Scheerer) May.  Fond grandmother of Kyle, Brendan and Ellie.  Dear friend to all.

Visitation Monday, February 23, 2026 from 3:00 to...

Phillip Haskett

Phillip Haskett

Feb 17, 2026

Phillip Haskett, 85 of Cape Coral, Florida (formerly of Chicago, IL) passed away peacefully on February 17, 2026.

Phil was born to the late Marie and Sylvester Haskett on February 11, 1941 in Chicago, Illinois. He was a proud US Marine and retired CPD officer. He was preceded in death by the love of his life, Betty, with whom he was...

Donald Wilke

Donald Wilke

Feb 17, 2026

Donald "Don" E. Wilke, age 63, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Donald was born in Chicago, Illinois on May 1, 1962, to the late Donald “Bob” Wilke and the late Agnes (nee McNamara) Wilke.

Don is survived by his loving siblings, Robert (Patricia) Wilke, Michael Wilke, Mary (Bob) Beelen, Rita Van Vranken, and Donna (Tim) Karl. He is...

Giuseppa Scocuzza

Giuseppa Scocuzza

Feb 15, 2026

Giuseppa Scocuzza 80 of Itasca. At Peace with Christ Sunday, February 15, 2026. Beloved wife of Leo. Loving mother of Carmela (Mike) Pavone and Pat (Anna Maria). Beloved daughter of the late Vincenzo and the late Santina Arcidiacono. Cherished grandmother of Adriana, Michael (Nikki), Juliana ( Zach) and Isabella ( Chris) Dear sister of Anthony, Arthur and the late Maria,...

Mitch Hodyl

Mitch Hodyl

Feb 15, 2026

 Mitch Hodyl, age 81, passed away on February 15, 2026, in St. Charles, Illinois. Mitch was born on January 21, 1945, in Poland to the late Jan Hodyl and the late Filomena (née Zielonka) Hodyl. He later made his home in Schiller Park.

Mitch is survived by his loving wife, Lucyna (née Tabor), with whom he shared nearly 59 wonderful years...

Katherine "Kathy" Ikonomou

Katherine "Kathy" Ikonomou

Feb 14, 2026

Katherine Ikonomou (nee Kotsonis) age 89, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026. Katherine was the beloved wife of the late Vasilios; loving mother of the late James (the late Donna) Ikonomou; dearest daughter of the late Vasiliki and John Kotsonis; cherished yia yia of William Ikonomou; dear sister of the late Paul (Angie) Kotsonis and the late Mary (the...

Ofelia Torres

Ofelia Torres

Feb 13, 2026

Celebrating the Life of Ofelia Giselle "Ofe" Torres Hidalgo April 12, 2009 - February 13, 2026

Ofelia Giselle "Ofe" Torres Hidalgo, a soul of rare beauty, selflessness, and courage, passed away on February 13, 2026, surrounded by the family who adored her. At just 16 years old, Ofe left an indelible mark on the hearts of everyone she met, teaching us...

Hannelore E Jankowski

Hannelore E Jankowski

Feb 12, 2026

Hannelore Jankowski (nee Loh) age 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 12, 2026. Hannelore was the beloved wife of the late Ludwig; loving mother of the late Harald Reineke, Doris Sylvana (the late Herbert) Schilling, Rita Jankowski, Krysia (Angel) Diaz, Irene (Martin) Quill, and John (Michelle) Jankowski; dear daughter of the late Frieda Maria and August Gustav...

Irma Naccarato

Irma Naccarato

Feb 11, 2026

Irma Naccarato, nee Palermo, age 86, Born in Marano Marchesato, (Prov. Di Cosenza) Calabria. Passed away February 11, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Gaetano. Loving mother of Giuseppe (Kristen) Naccarato and Maria (Franco) Spano. Beloved daughter of the late Vincenzo & Cristina (nee Stella) Palermo. Fond grandmother of Cristina (Domenic) Ferruzza, Arianna Naccarato, Vincenzo Spano, Karina (Marcus Gerber) Naccarato...

Paul Frerking

Paul Frerking

Feb 10, 2026

Paul C. Frerking "Coach Ferk" age 80, passed away on February 10, 2026. Paul was born in Chicago, Illinois and grew up in River Grove, Illinois and currently resided in Norridge, Il. Dearest son of the late Rudy Frerking and the late Ruth Frerking. Beloved husband of Lura Frerking. Cherished father of Paul Cody Frerking and Dakota Rudy Frerking. Paul...

Darlene A. DiVito

Darlene A. DiVito

Feb 9, 2026

Darlene A. DiVito, age 95, of Golf, IL. Beloved wife of the late Anthony. Loving mother of JoBeth (Vince) Pacini, Rick (Mary) and Cyndi DiVito. Beloved daughter of the late Wyatt and the late Sylvia MacDonald. Cherished grandmother of Anthony (Melissa), Nicholas (Lizzy), Dominique (Mark), Anthony (Samira), Alyssa (John), Ricky (Sarah) and Allie (Eron). Great grandmother of 6. Fond aunt...

Robert 'Bob' Mischke

Robert 'Bob' Mischke

Feb 8, 2026

Robert ‘Bob’ Mischke, 67, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 8, 2026. Devoted husband of Sheila for 45 wonderful years. Loving father of Brian Mischke, Jennifer (John) Andreoni, Siobhan (Michal) Zdrojkowski, and Bridget (Michael) Drzik. Beloved son of the late Robert Sr. and the late Rosemarie Mischke. Cherished grandfather of Tyler, Arthur, Addison, Gavin, Molly, and Ethan....

Anita Kaczor

Anita Kaczor

Feb 8, 2026

Anita R. Kaczor 93. At Peace with Christ Sunday, February 8, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Edwin Kaczor and the late Steven Krampach. Loving mother of Jeffery, Craig (Kirsten) and Kirk (Trisha). Cherished grandmother of Keith, Cari, April, Ryne and Kyle.  Beloved daughter of the late Primo and the late Josephine Bettarelli.  Dear sister of Fred (Anita) Bettarelli, Joanna...

Vito Guarino

Vito Guarino

Feb 7, 2026

On February 7th, 2026, Vito D. Guarino (63) passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side.

Vito was born in Albano di Lucania, Italy on June 10th, 1962. He and his family immigrated to Norridge, IL in 1970 where he led a wonderful childhood alongside his cousins and siblings.

Vito was always the hardest worker in the room. As a...

Luciana R. Fadin

Luciana R. Fadin

Feb 6, 2026

Luciana Roseann Fadin, 78, passed away peacefully at 2:41 a.m. on February 6, 2026.

Born on September 27, 1947, in Baselga di Pinè, Italy, Luciana was the beloved mother of Dominic (Emily), Massimo, and Alessandro (Tracy). She was a devoted Nonna to Tiffany, Alexandra, Emma, Molly, Francesca, Ruby, Jack, Matteo, and Sienna, and a proud Bisnonna to Winnie, Liv, and Colette....

Dennis Kelly

Dennis Kelly

Feb 6, 2026

Dennis G. Kelly, 66, born in Chicago, IL, on October 11th, 1959, passed away at his home in Arlington Heights, IL, on February 6th, 2026.

Son of the late LeRoy and Bernadette Kelly. Beloved husband of Annamarie Kelly for 42 years. Devoted father of Michael (Kristen), Timothy (Nicole), and Dennis (Elena). Loving grandfather of Jack, Leah, Callahan, Lyla and Morgan. Cherished...

Paul Anthony Ryan

Paul Anthony Ryan

Feb 6, 2026

Paul A. Ryan, age 80, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026. Paul was born on August 7, 1945, to the late John F. Ryan Jr. and the late Mary Ann (nee Schorsch) Ryan. He proudly served as a Veteran in the United States Marine Corps Reserves during the Vietnam War and was a longtime resident of Norridge on Chicago’s...

Bonita Jeannette Cousins

Bonita Jeannette Cousins

Feb 5, 2026

Bonita "Bonnie" Cousins (nee Bauer), age 98, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026. Bonita was the beloved wife of the late Leonard L. Cousins; loving mother of Emily Jean (Timothy) and Janet Marie (David) Decker; dear daughter of the late Edith and Joseph Bauer; cherished grandmother of Jennifer Laura (Christopher) Horvat and Brian John Weis; dear sister of the...

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