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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John Serra
Jan 31, 2013
John S. Serra, 93, Veteran of WWII Marine Corps, beloved husband of Gloria (nee Casale); loving dad of Carol (Brian) Duffy, Margaret Troy and the late John Charles; loving Grandpa Glor of Denise, Jennifer (Pete) Mazur, Colleen (John) Claussner, Kristine, Kathleen (David) Bernstein, John Glenn, Raymond and Rachel; loving great-grandpa of John Brian, John Patrick, Lucas, Jacob, Lauren, Nicholas, Evan...
James Fosco
Jan 31, 2013
James P. Fosco age 52 at rest suddenly on January 31, 2013. Beloved son of the late Harry and Anne Fosco. Dear brother of Annamarie (Skip) McMurray, Ben Harris, Michael (Karen) Harris, and the late Carmen Fosco. Fond uncle of Eric, Stephanie, and Jennifer Harris. Visitation Monday from 3:00 until 9:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Ave. Norridge....
Thomas Nava
Jan 30, 2013
Thomas I. Nava Age 58. At rest suddenly January 30 2013. Beloved husband of Diane Nee Oleksy for 33 years. Loving father of Thomas Joseph (Michelle) and Anthony Jesse (Fiance Patty Nierman) Nava. Son of the late Jesse and Ann Nava. Dear brother of Louis (Cindy) Nava, Dan (Nancy) Nava, Linda (Mike) Giacomino, Dorothy Nava, Diana Larsen, Leon (Anna) Nava,...
Anna Gulino
Jan 30, 2013
Anna Gulino, Age 83, nee Alongi. Beloved wife of the late Antonio. Loving mother of Ben (Laura) Gulino and Janice (Bob) Thomsen. Fond grandmother of Ken (Samantha), Sarah, Jim, Ben Anthony and Connie Marie. Dear sister of Nunzia (the late Antonio) Corsello, the late Antonio (late Domenica) and the late Giuseppe (Filippa). Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Vistation...
Anthony Palumbo
Jan 29, 2013
Anthony J. Palumbo Age 63 at rest January 29, 2013. Army veteran of the Vietnam War. Longtime loving companion to the late Barbara Gagliano. Loving father of Domenica Palumbo and Antonina Palumbo. Beloved son of Dorothy and the late Anthony Palumbo. Fond grandfather of Gia Grove and Luciana Palumbo. Dear brother of Virginia 'Ginger' Cantore, Robert (Sandra) Palumbo, Lori Palumbo,...
Gildo Valerio
Jan 29, 2013
Deceased: Gildo Valerio, 82, Beloved husband of Josephine nee Sturino, Devoted father of Gildo (Karen) Valerio, Jr., Lona (Tom) Fleming and the late Stephen (Patricia) Fleming, Loving grandfather of Stephanie, Deana and Niki Valerio, Dear brother of Frances Valerio and brother-in-law of Gilda Fontanetta, Fond uncle to Herbert Flack, Visitation Thursday January 31st from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm at...
Charles Wahlen
Jan 29, 2013
Charles H. Wahlen, Age 86. Beloved husband of the late Helen M. Wahlen, nee Ahlborg. Loving father of Charles (Marsha), John (Mary), Lynn (Rick Tiedje), Paul (Cheri) and Scott (Catherine) Wahlen. Fond grandfather of Andrea (Russ) McMillen, Chris and Melissa Wahlen. Visitation for Charles will be held alongside his wife Helen, who passed away 40 hours prior. Visitation Wednesday January...
Joanne Rosa
Jan 28, 2013
Joanne Rosa, nee Booher, age 67. Beloved wife of the late Angelo S. Rosa. Loving mother of Patricia Zarlenga (Mark Schmalzer). Dear sister of Margie (the late Russell) Owens and Freda Christian. Visitation Wednesday, 3 p.m. until 9 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Funeral services Thursday, 11 a.m. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. 708-456-8300 or www.cumberlandchapels.com.
Mildred Hermansen
Jan 28, 2013
Mildred 'Millie' Hermansen, Age 94, nee Juhl. Beloved wife of the late Hans. Loving mother of the late Barbara Deuschle. Devoted mother in law of Karl Deuschle, Fond grandmother of Kevin (Rosemary) Deuschle. Cherished great grandmother of Zoe, Eve and Ezra Deuschle. Dear sister of the late Esther, the late Ann, and the late Christian. Fond aunt of many nieces...
Anne Kwarciany
Jan 28, 2013
Anne Kwarciany age 89, at rest January 28, 2013. Loving wife of the late Joseph J. Kwarciany. Mother of Ruth (Klaus) Huttner and Karen (Greg) Stumpo. Grandmother of Jeff (Kate) and Dan (Michelle) Stumpo. Great grandmother of Ellery. Sister of Vera (Dennis) Rogus and the late Stella, Walter, Ed, Katherine, Ted and Tony. Fond aunt of many. In Lieu of...
Bernice Szymanski
Jan 28, 2013
Bernice J. Szymanski, age 93, beloved wife of the late Stanley L. Szymanski; loving mother of Michael and the late Richard (Carol G.) Szymanski; mother-in-law of Christine Szymanski; fond grandmother of Elizabeth (Eric) Huffman, John Szymanski, Julia (JohnPaul) Kroschel and James Szymanski; great-grandmother of Alexander Huffman. Donations to Nazarethville Nursing Care, 300 N. River Rd., Des Plaines, IL 60016, would...
Adeline Palazzotto
Jan 28, 2013
Adeline Palazzotto, nee Santangelo, 85 Beloved wife of the late Sam, Dear sister of Mary Meli, Louis (Rose) Santangelo, Michael (the late Loretta) Santangelo, the late Wilma (the late John) Burcl, the late Ersilia (the late Frank) Chiappetta and the late Edith (the late Richard) Ciccone, Loving aunt, great-aunt and great-great aunt to many. Visitation Thursday, January 31st from 3...
Carmela Colucci
Jan 27, 2013
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Leonetta Bianchini
Jan 27, 2013
Leonetta Bianchini nee Fambrini, 90 Beloved wife of Enrico; Devoted mother of Delfo (Fran) Bianchini, Enrica (Tom) Burian and Michael Bianchini; Loving grandmother of Eric, Danielle, Marc, Matthew and Francesca; Dear sister of Anna Fambrini and the late Adriana (the late Alessandro) Bianchini; Fond aunt of Massimo, Vittorio, Roberto and Paola; Member of Mazzini-Verdi Club. Visitation Tuesday January 29th from...
Dorothy Furmanek
Jan 27, 2013
Dorothy Furmanek, Age 92, nee Kolar. Beloved wife of the late Walter. Dear sister of Lillian Serafini and the late Betty, Mildred, Velma and Peter. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Friday February 1st, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at CUMBERLAND CHAPELS, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge and then will proceed to Our Lady, Mother of the...
Helen Wahlen
Jan 27, 2013
Helen M. Wahlen, nee Ahlborg, Age 81. Beloved wife of Charles H. Loving mother of Charles (Marsha), John (Mary), Lynn (Rick Tiedje), Paul (Cheri) and Scott (Catherine) Wahlen. Fond grandmother of Andrea (Russ) McMillen, Chris and Melissa Wahlen. Dear sister of the late Harold (Ruth) Ahlborg. Visitation Wednesday January 30th from 3 to 9:00 p.m. at CUMBERLAND CHAPELS, 8300 W....
Rick Cutro
Jan 27, 2013
Richard Cutro, 59, at peace with Christ, Sunday, January 27, 2013. Loving father of Michael, Stephen, and Stephanie. Beloved son of the late Michael and Lucille. Dear brother of George. Former husband of Josephine. Loving Boyfriend of Debra Timmreck. Fond cousin, uncle, brother in law, nephew, Godfather, and friend. Visitation Tuesday Jan 29th from 3:00 to 9:00 PM at Cumberland...
Anna Roggi-Bergren
Jan 27, 2013
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Sandra Kosala
Jan 26, 2013
Kosala, Sandy M. (nee Kijanka) Age 63. Loving companion of JoAnn Gram for 19 wonderful years; devoted mother of Tammy (Adam) Kwiatkoski and Jennifer (Kevin) Cosmen; cherished grandmother of Abbey, Mia and Emma; cousin, friend, colleague and cheerleader to many. Visitation Monday 3:00 p.m. until 9:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Ave. Norridge. Interment private. In lieu of...
Jack Dichristofano
Jan 25, 2013
Jack DiChristofano Jr., Age 74. Beloved husband of Irma nee Notardonato. Loving father of Jacqueline (Frank) Vitacco, James DiChristofano and the late Phyllis DiChristofano. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Tuesday January 29th from 3 to 9:00 p.m. at CUMBERLAND CHAPELS, 8300 W. Lawrence Ave., Norridge. Funeral Wednesday 9:00 a.m., from the funeral home, and will proceed to...
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