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.

James Martin

James Martin

Feb 17, 2017

James 'Jimmy' Martin, Sr., 90, WWII U.S. Army Veteran; Beloved husband of the late Camille; Cherished father of James, Jr. (Cindy), Thomas (Lori), Terrence (Judy) and the late Cynthia Chase; Loving grandfather and guardian of James 'Jimmy' Chase, Leesa Martin, Kristen (Bryan) Bergman, Megan, Samantha, Cynthia and Jimmy Martin; Great grandfather of Parker and Stelios; Dear brother of the late...

Lillian Walaszek

Lillian Walaszek

Feb 17, 2017

Lillian M. Walaszek age 86, nee Gajewski. Beloved wife of the late Chester J. Loving mother of Gail (Robert) Nabar, Judy Frioli, Jeff and Joe (Annette) Walaszek and mother in-law of Vic Frioli; cherished grandmother of 11; great grandmother of 15; Dear sister of Sheila Styczenski, Frances Brooks and the late Anne Wojtyna, Stanley Gajewski, Helen Lesniak and Florence Lesniak;...

Antonina Fricano

Antonina Fricano

Feb 16, 2017

Antonina Fricano (nee Dugo) age 88, passed away on February 16, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Mariano. Loving mother of Rosario (Lois), Antonino (Priscilla), Giuseppe, Rosalia (the late Nicholas) Menotti, Biagio and the late Salvatore. Frond grandmother of Mario (Marie), Antonio (Amy), Catherine (Leo) Pagodis, Mario (Meagan), John (Ellen) and Michael. Great grandmother of Emma, Joseph, Dimitri, Sophia and...

Ilse Trapler

Ilse Trapler

Feb 15, 2017

Ilse “Elsie” Trapler nee Kraemer, Age 75. Beloved mother of Sabine Trapler. Loving daughter of the late Georg and the late Katharina nee Wilhelmi. Cherished aunt, cousin and friend of many. Visitation Sunday Feb. 19 from 2 to 8:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Funeral Monday 10:30 a.m. from the funeral home and will then proceed...

Lorraine Gabl

Lorraine Gabl

Feb 15, 2017

Lorraine S. Gabl, age 92 Passed away February 15, 2017. Beloved wife of the late John R. Loving mother of Richard (Rosemarie), Raymond, Ronald (Dorothy), Randy (Mickie) and Robert; cherished grandmother of Andrea (Jeff) Whedon, Allyson (Nick) Fane, Dan Gregory, Tony (Anna), Jason and Jess Gabl; great-grandmother of Adelynn and Zachary. Dear sister of Raymond (the late Lois) Hohmeier. Fond...

William Egresitz

William Egresitz

Feb 15, 2017

William Egresitz, age 83. Companion of the late Margaret Gentile. Beloved son of the late Jozef and Katalin Egresitz. Fond grandfather of Stephanie and Lindsay. Dear brother of Katalin, George, Steve, Anna and Fefa. Fond uncle of many. Memorial Visitation Saturday morning from 9:00 a.m. until time of memorial service at 12:30 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Ave....

Rosaria Mazzola

Rosaria Mazzola

Feb 15, 2017

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Halina Charuk

Halina Charuk

Feb 15, 2017

Halina “ Helen” Charuk 85 of Park Ridge. At Peace with Christ, Wednesday , February 15, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Peter. Loving father of Annette (Alex) Kowblansky and George (Kathy). Dear grandmother of Adrianna, Andrew and Peter. Dear sister of Joan Celewycz.Fond aunt of Diana and Adrian (Anne). Visitation Sunday from 2:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Cumberland Chapels...

Tommaso Sciddurlo

Tommaso Sciddurlo

Feb 13, 2017

Tommaso Sciddurlo, Passed away February 13, 2017. Visitation Friday February 17, 2017 from 3:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Ave. Norridge. Funeral Saturday beginning at the funeral home at 9:30 a.m. and will then proceed to St. Cornelius Church in Chicago for 10:30 a.m. Mass. Entombment will follow at All Saints Cemetery in Des Plaines.

Frederick Schroeder

Frederick Schroeder

Feb 13, 2017

Frederick B. Schroeder Jr. age 63, of Gold Canyon, Arizona, formerly of Chicago, passed away February 13, 2017. Beloved husband of Janina (nee Pienkos). Loving father of Frederick B. III (Joanna) and the late Richard. Proud grandfather of Dylan. Loving son of Betty Kownacki and the late Frederick Sr. Son in law of Barbara Pienkos. Visitation Monday February 20th 2017...

Polikseni Teneqexhi

Polikseni Teneqexhi

Feb 12, 2017

Polikseni Teneqexhi, 86; Beloved wife of the late Andrea; Loving mother of Vasilika Sarolli, Petrika, Dhimitraq; Fond grandmother of George, Andre, Nektari, Johana, Viktoria, Alisia and great-grandmother of Anthony. Visitation Wednesday Feb. 15th from 4:00 - 9:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Family and friends to meet Thursday at St. Nicholas Albanian Orthodox Church for visitation...

Florinda Buccini

Florinda Buccini

Feb 12, 2017

Florinda Buccini, age 92, a longtime resident of Norridge, IL passed away on February 12 surrounded by her loving family. Florinda was born in Villa Lago, Italy. She was the beloved wife of the late Mario; loving mother of Concetta 'Connie' (Franco) Caranfa, Carmen and Tony Buccini; cherished grandmother of Nancy (Marc) Caranfa-Jackson and Maria (Courtney) Caranfa-Grove and great grandmother...

Joseph Panariello

Joseph Panariello

Feb 11, 2017

Joseph Panariello, Age 83. Devoted husband of the late Josephine nee Guida. Beloved father of Nunzio (Anmari) and the late Dominic. Loving grandfather of Lia and Joseph. Visitation Wednesday Feb. 15 from 4 to 9:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Funeral Thursday 9:30 a.m. from the funeral home and will then proceed to Our lady, Mother...

Douglas Wallace

Douglas Wallace

Feb 11, 2017

Douglas W. Wallace, Jr., 21 passed away February 11, 2017. Beloved son of Douglas W. Wallace Sr. and Susan Wallace. Fond grandson of Rudolph Wallace, Gaynell Wallace, and Trudie Gehrke. Dear brother of Natalie and Jordan. Fond nephew, cousin, and friend to many. Memorial visitation will be Wednesday, February 15, from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., with a Memorial Service...

Hilma Aguayo

Hilma Aguayo

Feb 11, 2017

Hilma M. Aguayo nee Hurst, age 88. Beloved wife of the late Alfredo Sr. Loving mother of Lilia (Joseph) Canzolino, Richard (Kelly), Alfredo Jr. (Dorothy). Fond grandmother of Anthony, Michelle (Josie), Michael, James (Jessica) Thomas, Cailin, Kevin, Jeffrey, Nicole (Robert), Alicia, Marissa (Harry). Cherished great grandmother of Brandon, Emilia, Kaylee , Landon and Courtney. Dear sister of Louise Rutan, James...

Maria Slopecki

Maria Slopecki

Feb 10, 2017

Maria A. Slopecki, nee Salviola, age 52, passed away on February 10, after a sudden illness, surrounded by her loving family. Maria was the adoring wife of Victor for 25 wonderful years; exceptional mom of Rachel and Victor Slopecki; beloved daughter of Roberta K., nee Rovitz, and the late Rocco Salviola; cherished sister of Rocco III (Jennifer) Salviola and sister...

Frank Trifilio

Frank Trifilio

Feb 10, 2017

Frank J. Trifilio, age 90, U.S. Army Veteran of WWII, passed away on February 10 surrounded by his loving family. Frank was the beloved husband of Elaine E., nee Panfil, for 65 wonderful years; loving father of David (Barbara), Joyce (Gee) Leong, Steven (Sorina), Andrea (Ben) Bautista, Mark (Leslie) and Luke (Rachel); dearest son of the late Catherine and Thomas...

Lois Silhanek

Lois Silhanek

Feb 9, 2017

Lois Silhanek, age 89, passed away February 9, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Frank Silhanek. Dear sister of Dorothy (the late Frank) Jablonski, and the late Robert (the late June) Kurka. Fond aunt of Kathi Slechta, Kyle (Kat) Slechta, and Cassie Slechta. Visitation will be Monday, February 13, 2017 from 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m., at Cumberland Chapels, 8300...

Frank Gualtieri

Frank Gualtieri

Feb 6, 2017

Frank P. Gualtieri, age 95. Devoted husband of the late Geraldine nee Kostock; beloved father of Helen, Frank (Brenda) and the late Louis; loving grandfather of Amaranta, Malik, Danielle, Kristin and Kerri; dear brother of the late Edith (Albert) Corrado; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Many thanks to his devoted caregiver Mariya. Visitation Friday February 10th, 3:00 p.m....

Louis Berti

Louis Berti

Feb 6, 2017

Louis J. Berti 82 of Harwood Heights. At Peace with Christ , Monday, February 6, 2017. Beloved husband of Roberta and the late Mary. Loving father of Cindy (John) Epstein, Laura (Gregg) Spielman, Lisa (Pete), John, Deanna (Mike), Leandra (Mark) , James (Michelle) and Alaina (Kevin). Dear grandfather of Cory, Shayna, Kathryn, Jennifer, Zachary, Daniella, Michael, Jonathan Caleb (Christina), Anthony...

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