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.
Frank Lagunas
Aug 12, 2024
With profound sadness, we announce the passing of Special Agent Francisco Lagunas, a cherished son of Raquel and Juventino Lagunas, a devoted father to Emma and husband to Mayra. Francisco passed away on August 12, 2024, at the age of 47, leaving behind a legacy of service, love, and unwavering commitment to his family and country. Born in Chicago...
Giuseppa Leo
Aug 9, 2024
Giuseppa Leo (nee Bruno) at rest on August 9, 2024. Giuseppa was born in Gratteri in the Metropolitan City of Palermo, in the Italian region of Sicily. Beloved wife of the late Pantaleone. Loving mother of Maria (Michelangelo) Daniele and the late Gino Leo. Cherished Nonna of Gino (Wendy) Leo, AnnaLisa (Jake) Levey, Maria Pina (James) Nuessen and Giancarlo Daniele....
Barbara Parungao
Aug 9, 2024
Barbara Ann (Koss) Parungao, a loving mother, aunt, sister, and loyal friend, passed away on Friday, August 9th, 2024, at the age of 59, after a courageous and prolonged battle with cancer. Barbara is preceded in death by her devoted parents, Gilbert and Eleanor Koss, and her cherished brother, Gregory Koss. Barbara will be deeply missed by her beloved daughter,...
Kathy Machnicki
Aug 8, 2024
Kathy Machnicki, age 65, Passed suddenly on August 8, 2024. Kathy was born in Tomaszów Mazowiecki, Poland. Beloved Mother of Izabela Katarzyna Machnicki. Dear Sister of Marzena Karczewska Gaszeva, wife of Ivan Geszev. Loving Aunt of Bojan Geszev and Martin Geszev. Former Wife of Richard Machnicki. Visitation for Kathy will take place on Friday August 16, 2024 from 4:00 pm...
Vito Fellino
Aug 7, 2024
It is with profound sadness that we share the passing of our beloved father, Vito, who left us on August 7, 2024 at the age of 80. Surrounded by his loving family in his final moments, he was a man of immense dignity and infinite wisdom, cherishing every moment spent with his loved ones. His passion for his family and...
Denis O'Connor
Aug 6, 2024
Denis Michael O'Connor, Jr., age 53, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2024. Denis was the dearest son of the late Billie and Denis M. O'Connor, Sr.; loving brother of Mary F. (Joseph) Targett and the late Kathryn (Stuart) Bruce; beloved uncle of Danny Bruce, Jack and Mia Targett. Denis was a member of the Loyal Order of the Moose,...
Joanna Bischof
Aug 4, 2024
Joanna E. Bischof, 86, at rest August 4, 2024. Beloved wife of Albert for 57 wonderful years. Loving mother of Patrice (James) Cortese, Albert Bischof Jr., and Victor Bischof. Cherished grandmother of Michael (Stephanie) Cortese, David Cortese, Melissa Cortese, Mary Ann Cortese, Thomas, Cody, Eric, and Leigha. Great grandmother of Max and Leo Cortese. Dear sister of Camille Miller. Fond...
Irene Czerech
Aug 3, 2024
Irene Czerech, nee Milewicz, age 90, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Irene was the beloved wife of Bogdan Fronczyk for 30 wonderful years; loving mother of Ann (Gary) Zator, Chris (John) Bialorucki and Paul (Laura) Kocelko; dear daughter of the late Maria and Marcin Milewicz; cherished grandmother of Timothy and David Zator, Paul...
William Heller
Aug 2, 2024
William Richard Heller, son of Virginia nee Brown and LeRoy Heller, was born on May 15, 1945 in Washington, D.C. He was baptized on November 22, 1945 at Trinity Lutheran Church in Mt. Ranier, MD. He went to grade school at Grace English Lutheran School and was confirmed on May 15, 1960 at Grace English...
Alice Bieniarz
Aug 2, 2024
Alice L. Bieniarz (nee Rogalski) age 93, was born on Dec. 5, 1930 in Chicago and passed away peacefully on August 2, 2024. Alice was the beloved wife of the late Daniel for 63 wonderful years; Loving mother of Alison (Timothy Kohlstedt) Bieniarz, Amy (David) Ross and James (Diane) Bieniarz; Dear daughter of the late Casimir and Evelyn Rogalski;...
Nancy Brewer
Aug 2, 2024
Nancy Brewer nee Sparacino, 92. At Peace with Christ Friday, August 2 nd . Beloved wife of he late James A., Loving mother of Michael (Yan) and the late James ( the late Debbie). Cherished grandmother of Dana (Michael) and James. Dear sister of Dominic, Antoinette, the late Russell (the late Shirley) Sparacino and the late Marie (the late Sam)...
Zenobio Kuc
Aug 2, 2024
Zenobio "Zincó" Kuc, age 95, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2024. Zenobio was the beloved husband of the late Elena, nee Vinnitchenko; loving father of Sergio Kuc, Elisa (James) Taylor, Victor (Carmen) Kuc and Laura (Dennis) Koutavas; dear son of the late Eva and Benedict Kuc; cherished grandfather, “Dido”, of Giselle (Benjamin) Mullenix, Stephen (Laura) Kuc, Katerina, Evan and...
Joseph Mullarkey
Aug 1, 2024
Joseph P. Mullarkey age 63. At rest Thursday, August 1 st . Beloved son of the late Joseph A. and Carol (nee Horn); dear brother of Kevin (Sharon), Colleen, Timothy (Denise), Terrence (Bridget) , Dennis, the late Maureen & the late Kathleen. Loving uncle to 11 nieces and nephews, Loving great uncle to 10 nieces and nephews. Joe had dear...
Antonina Frumentino
Aug 1, 2024
Antonina Maria "Nina" Frumentino, age 55, passed away peacefully on August 1, 2024. Nina was the beloved daughter of the late Maria and Rosario Frumentino; loving sister of Pasquala "Rosa" (the late Ottavio "Sal) Mineo and Vincenzo Frumentino; dearest aunt of Anna Marie, Laura, Cristina, Aurora and the late Lara. Visitation Tuesday, August 6, 2024, from 9:00 a.m. until the...
Barbara Kucharski
Jul 31, 2024
Barbara M. Kucharski 85 of Rosemont. At Peace with Christ Wednesday, July 31 st . beloved wife of the late Raymond. Loving mother of Matthew (Karen), Michael (Lisa), Eric (Susan), Raymond, Julie (Mike) Doetsch, John (Bonnie), Mary (Paul) Messina, the late Linda Weiss and the late David. Grandmother of 22, great grandmother of 15. Dear sister of Lawrence (the late...
Erwin Ludewig
Jul 30, 2024
Erwin W. Ludewig, age 96, Illinois Army National Guard Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Patricia nee Michalak. Loving father of William (Kathy), Barry (Cindy) and Jeffrey (Mary) Ludewig. Fond grandfather of Dominique (Daniel) Jeffery, Tyler (Mylasia) Moretti. Great grandfather of Stevie, Oliver, Addison, Willow and Hudson. Dear brother of Marilyn O'Brien. Fond uncle and friend of many. Visitation Friday,...
Laverne Wronski
Jul 30, 2024
LaVerne R. Wronski (nee Greener) age 97, at rest on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Thaddeus Wronski. Step-mother of Jan (Richard) Carlstad. Dearest daughter of the late Rudolph and the late Johanna (nee Ciesielski) Greener. Loving sister of the late Florence (the late Paul) Griska and the late Joanna (the late William) Williams. Fond aunt of...
Nicola Achille
Jul 30, 2024
Nicola Achille aged 89, passed away on July 30, 2024 at Lutheran General Hospital, Park Ridge. Born on June 27, 1935, in Valenzano, Italy to the union of Giacomo and Filomena (Bombacigno) Achille, he moved to the United States at age 19. After working in the baking business, he started his own bakery, Valenzano Baking Company, where...
Patricia Harris
Jul 30, 2024
Patricia Mary Harris (Bruckner), age 78, passed away peacefully on July 30, 2024. Patricia was the beloved wife of John for 47 wonderful years; loving mother of Sean and Tim Harris; dearest daughter of the late Helen and Frank Bruckner; dear sister of the late Michael (Barbara) Bruckner. Patricia worked for the American Medical Association for 30 years. She loved...
Milton Gonzales
Jul 29, 2024
Milton J. Gonzales, age 92. Loving husband of the late Frances Gonzales nee Santoyo; loving father of Adam (Patricia) Gonzales and Adriana (Juan Rocha) Gonzales; beloved son of the late Guadalupe and Dionisia Gonzales nee Ortiz; loving grandfather of Sarah, Jenna, Julie, Emiliano, and Huemac; dear brother of Petra (Betty) Gonzales, Jesus (Jesse) Gonzales, the late Fortunato (Jimmy) Gonzales, Vicky...
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