Obituaries

Oct 23, 2024

Emma Wayda, nee Schuder, age 92, passed away peacefully on October 23, 2024. Emma was the beloved wife of the late Paul; loving mother of Christina (Philipp) Speer; dearest daughter of the late Centa and Maximillian Schuder; cherished grandmother of Olivia, Ava (Austin James) and Alexander Speer; dear sister of the late Maral, Max, Schorsch, Sepp and Helga; fond aunt...

Oct 23, 2024

Nunziato "Nunzio" Santucci, age 89, of Bensenville, passed away on October 23, 2024. Beloved husband of Donna (Foti). Loving father of Dino Santucci, Leslie (Rene) Gresham and Tina (Nick) Garrett. Dearest grandfather of Quin, Lucia, Sam, Lilly, Gabe and Riley. Fond brother of Vincent Santucci  (Paula Colon) and the late Antonia (the late Antonio) DiCristofano. Fond uncle of many nieces...

Oct 23, 2024

Norman Alfred Koglin, architect, amateur race car driver, husband, dad, grandpa, and great-grandpa, passed away on October 23, 2024 at the age of 96. Norm left this world as he lived it, on his own terms, quietly falling asleep three weeks after the death of his remarkable wife Bernice.

Norm was born on May 5, 1928 in...

Oct 22, 2024

Ursula Montegna, nee Falco, age 95, passed away peacefully on October 22, 2024. Ursula was the loving mother of Anthony (Rosalie) Montegna and Linda (Lee Soifer) Wegner; dearest daughter of the late Giuseppina and Pasquale Falco; cherished grandmother of Matthew (Stacey) Wegner, Eric (Jennifer) Wegner and David Wegner, Erica (Jim Spallina) Montegna, Philip Montegna, Marissa Montegna and the late Marcus...

Oct 21, 2024

Concetta "Connie" Caranfa, age 75, passed away peacefully on October 21, 2024 with her family by her side. Connie was the beloved wife of Franco "Frank" Caranfa for 53 wonderful years; loving mother of Nancy (Marc) Jackson and Maria (Courtney Grove) Caranfa; dearest daughter of the late Florinda and Mario Buccini; cherished nonna of Veronica and Luke Jackson; dear...

Oct 20, 2024

Kathleen “Kay” E. Walker (nee Hammond), 87, passed away peacefully at home in Sleepy Hollow on October 20, 2024. Born in Chicago to the dearly departed Edna and Harold Hammond. Devoted wife of the late Dr. Clyde Walker. Preceded in death by her brother Peter, sister-in-law Nancy, and nephew Jeff. Kathleen is survived by her sister Sally (Bill) Millon, her...

Oct 19, 2024

Giovanni Gaeta 93 of Niles. At Peace with Christ Saturday, October 19, 2024. Beloved husband of Concetta. Loving father of Sara (Domenic) Pezzuto, Mary (Brian) Alexander, Anna (Peter) Theodore. Cherished grandfather of Donna (Christopher), Michael ( Lauren) , Johnny (Christina), Tina (Mark), Cara, Johnny and Christian.  Great grandfather of Valentina, Christopher, Gabriella, Domenic, Anthony, Isaac and Layla. Dear brother of...

Oct 19, 2024

In loving memory of Susanne Marie Griffith, who passed away surrounded by her family on October 19th at the age of 72. Sue was born on December 31st, 1951 in Chicago to Ed and Mary Faucher. She grew up in Park Ridge, and attended Mary, Seat of Wisdom where she has also been a longtime parishioner. Sue was a...

Oct 18, 2024

Mary 'Ann' Scanlon (nee O'Callaghan) age 80, born in Kiskeam Co. Cork, Ireland passed away on October 18th, 2024 suddenly.  Ann was the beloved wife of the late Michael Scanlon for many blessed years; loving mother of Joann(Lane) Hendle, Michael(Kathleen) Scanlon and Eileen(Billy) Mahler; dearest daughter of late Daniel and Hannah O'Callaghan; cherished Nana of Kyle(Jacy), Kaileen(Jack), Ryan(Courtney), Kevin, Aaron,...

Oct 17, 2024

Joseph J. Gawlik 77. At rest Thursday, October 17, 2024. Ret. C.P.D. Sargeant an advent Tournament Bass Fisherman, Health enthusiast and Organ Donor. Beloved husband of Susan. Loving father of Steven. Beloved son of the late Joseph and the late Adeline. Cherished grandfather of Morgan. Dear brother of the late Thomas (the late Anne) Gawlik and the late Francis...

Oct 16, 2024

Lena Wright nee Martillaro, age 96.  Beloved wife of the late John H. Wright; loving mother of Linda (Mike) Durec and John A. (Donna) Wright; beloved daughter of the late Antonio and Lucia Martillaro; fond grandmother of Lisa Fagiano, Michael J. (Natalie) Durec, and Johnny Wright; great grandmother of Michael C, Eliana, and Gabriella Durec; dear sister of the late...

Oct 16, 2024

Roberto Zavala, age 70, at rest suddenly on October 16, 2024, of Tampa Florida formerly of the norhtwest side of Chicago. Beloved husband of Gladys (nee Santana) for 51 years. Loving father of Roberto Daniel Zavala and Victor (Stephanie) Zavala. Cherished grandfather of Alina, Abby and Olivia. Loving son of the late Ramon and the late Carmen Zavala. Dearest brother...

Oct 16, 2024

George E. Batson, age 84, US Army Veteran, passed away on 10/16/2024.  Beloved husband of the late Fedela nee Salemi.  Loving father of Leonard (Karen) Batson, Jean (Jeff) Demann and John (Jacqueline) Batson.  Fond grandfather of Jeremy and Justin Demann, Jessica Batson, Jenna (Ethan) Malone and Jacob Batson.  Fond uncle, great uncle and friend of many.  Visitation Friday, October 18,...

Oct 16, 2024

Mildred Genovise, age 97, at rest on October 16, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Phillip Genovise. Loving mother of Mark Genovise, Alan (Lynn) Genovise, Carol (the late Ken) Schuda and Lynn (David) Stellato. Cherished grandmother of Kenny (Diana) Schuda, Craig (Shauna) Schuda, Amanda (Paul) Berkes, Nathan (Gabby) Genovise, Rebecca Genovise, Tim (Amanda) Schuda, Christopher (Emily) Genovise, Jaclyn (Brian) Schon...

Oct 15, 2024

Margaret E. Van De Carr age 101 of River Grove. At Peace with Christ Tuesday, October 15, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Vernon “Bob”. Loving mother of Margo (Bill) Schall, Lawrence (Janet), Debra (the late Dave) Miller, Donald (Mary Kay), Wayne (Sandy), the late Marjorie (Ralph Gonzalez) and the late Jimmy. Grandmother of 15, Great Grandmother of 11 and  ...

Oct 15, 2024

Jan Cieplinski, age 90, at rest on October 16, 2024. Loving father of Krzysztof (Justyna) Cieplinski. Dearest grandfather of Olivia, Oliver and Bridgette. Visitation for Jan will take place on Monday October 21, 2024 from 3:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Ave. Norridge, Illinois. Funeral Tuesday, beginning at the funeral home at 10:00 am and...

Oct 14, 2024

Myron Titos Petrakis, April 6, 1922 to October 14, 2024. Devoted husband of the late Catherine Rinaldi Petrakis; loving father of Stephen (Jane) Petrakis, Barbara Renella, Mary (Craig) Conner, and his niece Regina (Gerry) Post; beloved papou of Christina (Justin) Domanoski, Mark (Tara) Nunes, Kevin (Melissa) Nunes, Rebecca Renella, Robert (Jackie) Renella, Jr., Christine Renella, Joshua (Mary Heath) Conner, Charis...

Oct 13, 2024

Armida Dati, (nee Bandaccari), age 91 passed away Sunday, October 13, 2024 in her home surrounded by her loving family.  She was the adored wife of Aldo, who preceded her in death and the devoted mother of Noemi (Sam) Spina, Oliver (Dawn) Dati and Anna (Renzo) DiCola.  A strong, determined woman, Armida exhibited her independent fighting spirit throughout her...

Oct 13, 2024

Jesse Willard Holland, III, age 42, passed away 10/13/2024. Loving father of John Michael Holland and Fallon James Holland.  Beloved son of Maria F. (nee Chiparo) and the late Jesse Willard Holland, II.  Dear brother of James Joseph, Jennie Lee and the late John Michael Holland.  Fond uncle of Noah and Mia. Visitation Sunday, October 20, 2024 from 3:00 until...

Oct 13, 2024

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