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.

Thaddeus Grzegorczyk

Thaddeus Grzegorczyk

May 2, 2024

Thaddeus "Ted" Grzegorczyk age 42, at rest suddenly on May 2, 2024. Beloved husband of Monika. Loving father of Joey. Cherished son of Alina and the late Jan Grzegorczyk. Dear brother of Marek Kuzma, Krystyna Borkowski and the late Andrzej Kuzma. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews and dear cousin and friend to many. Visitation will take place on...

Elias Kritikos

Elias Kritikos

May 2, 2024

Elias "Louie" Kritikos passed away on May 2nd, 2024 at the very young age of 41. He was born on October 3rd, 1982 in Chicago, IL. He was a devoted son to George and Marianna Kritikos. Born third out of four siblings. Beloved husband of Kristina Kritikos née Gianaris of 14 years (best friends and soulmates for 25). They met...

Marie Pesoli

Marie Pesoli

May 1, 2024

Marie R. Pesoli  98. At Peace with Christ Wednesday, May 1, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Frank. Loving mother of Frank, Dennis (Gloria) and the late Elaine. Beloved daughter of the late Angelo and the late Carmella D’Agostino. Cherished grandmother of Lisa (John) Kenyeri and Steven (Courtney) Pesoli. Great grandmother of Ava and Leo. Dear sister of Joseph (Linda),...

Shirley Engle

Shirley Engle

Apr 30, 2024

Shirley Engle, nee Kolodziejski, passed away peacefully on April 30th, 2024, at the age of 80. She passed with her daughter, Sally, and grandson, Anthony, at her side. Loving mother of Sally Engle. Devoted grandmother of Anthony Edward Engle. Beloved daughter of the late Edward and Mary (nee Nietupski) Kolodziejski. Treasured sister to Joyce (the late Anthony) Seminaro, the late...

Cristobal Moreano

Cristobal Moreano

Apr 30, 2024

Cristobal "Chris' Moreano, age 93, passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side on April 30, 2024. Chris was the beloved husband of Rosita, nee Cano, for 70 wonderful years; loving father of Rocio Moreano, Oswaldo (Marianne) Moreano, Monica (Kenneth) Brown, Luis Moreano, Ximena Moreano, Cristobal, Jr. (Ana) Moreano and Elena (David) Canizares; dear son of the late...

Monina Kalaw

Monina Kalaw

Apr 30, 2024

Monina Bulanag Kalaw, age 77, at rest on April 30, 2024. Beloved wife of Acton E. Kalaw. Loving mother of Myra, Aldwin and Maita Kalaw. Dear daughter of the late Julian and the late Cleotilde Bulanag. She is also survived by her beloved pets Olive, Bella and Mochie. Visitation for Monina will take place on Thursday, May 9, 2024 from...

Maria Tolzien

Maria Tolzien

Apr 29, 2024

Maria Luisa Tolzien, 74.  At rest April 29, 2024.  Beloved wife of the late Robert Tolzien.  Loving mother of Richard (Brianne) Tolzien.  Cherished Abuelita of RJ and Delaney Tolzien.  Dear daughter-in-law of Robert and Peggy Tolzien.  Dear sister of 11.  Fond aunt and great aunt of many.  Maria was a devout Catholic and enjoyed spending time with her grandchildren.  Visitation...

Mary Ann Drury

Mary Ann Drury

Apr 29, 2024

Mary Ann Drury, age 89, passed away peacefully on April 29, 2024. Mary Ann was the dearest daughter of the late John and Ann Drury; loving sister of Virginia Schergen, Robert Drury and the late Barbara Parsons, Marguerite, John and William Drury, and she was a fond aunt of many. Mary Ann was a dedicated nurse for many years. Visitation...

Robert Pankow

Robert Pankow

Apr 29, 2024

Robert "Bob" Pankow, age 89, at rest on April 29, 2024. Beloved husband of Diane (Potter) Pankow for 66 wonderful years. Loving father of Greg (Maureen) and the late Steven. Loving grandfather of Bradley (Mary) Pankow, Lindsey Pankow, Samantha and Brianna. Dear great grandfather of Madison Pankow. Visitation for Bob will take place on Friday, May 3, 2024 from 9:30...

Donald Holzer

Donald Holzer

Apr 29, 2024

Donald C. Holzer, 81.  At rest April 29, 2024.  Beloved husband of Judith A. for over 52 years.  Loving father of Dena, David, and Adam Holzer.  Beloved son of the late Michael and Eva Holzer.  Dear brother of Frank, the late Michael, and the late Werner. Fond uncle of many.  Retired engineer from Siemens after 44 years of work.  Visitation...

Tonka Djolic

Tonka Djolic

Apr 27, 2024

Tonka Djolic, age 97, at rest on April 27, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Milorad Djolic. Loving mother of Donna (Paul) Kracun, Gordana Morreale, Robert (Diane) Djolic, Lillian Martinez and Vera (Michael) Natiello. Cherished grandmother of Peter (Sally) Kracun), Tom (Bonnie) Kracun, Alissa (Chase) Elder and Frank, Eric and Jacklyn Djolic, Ryan, Nicole, Michael and Natalie Natiello. Great grandmother...

Lorraine Rakoczy

Lorraine Rakoczy

Apr 26, 2024

Lorraine M. Rakoczy (nee Lyp) age 96, at rest on April 26, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Mitchell Rakoczy. Loving mother of Dennis (Melinda Osborn) Rakoczy and Sandra (David) Frey. Dear daughter of the late Joseph F. Lyp Sr. and the late Anna (nee Mroz) Lyp. Cherished grandmother of Rachel (Tom) Cabrzynski, Rebecca Rakoczy (Martin Lassus), Mary Lauren (Keith)...

Antonio Radosta

Antonio Radosta

Apr 25, 2024

Antonio “Tony” Radosta, age 77, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family on April 25, 2024. Beloved husband of Pierina “Pat” nee Lazzara for 46 wonderful years. Loving father of Vito (Diana) and Sebastian Radosta. Beloved son of the late Angela, nee Maniscalco and the late Vito Radosta. Fond grandfather of Antonio and Vincenzo. Dear brother of Angela (the...

Jenny Irizarry

Jenny Irizarry

Apr 24, 2024

Jenny Irizarry, beloved wife, mother,  daughter,  sister, and friend, born on April 8th, 1965, in Chicago, Illinois,  passed away April 24th, 2024, in Orlando, Florida. Jenny is survived by her devoted husband Javier Irizarry, her cherished sons, Jovany Javier Irizarry, and Jeremy Irizarry, her loving parents Sonia and Victor De Leon, and her siblings, Derrick Hernandez (Maryanna),  Harry Hernandez (Danielle),...

Sebastian Silvio

Sebastian Silvio

Apr 24, 2024

Sebastian Silvio, age 87, passed away surrounded by his family at home on April 24, 2024.  Sebastian was the beloved husband of Vincenza, nee Storniolo, for 53 wonderful years; loving father of Anna Lisa (Sean) Sheridan, Tony (Brandy) Silvio and the late Frank Silvio; dear son of the late Anna and Francesco Silvio; cherished grandfather of Kyle, Sara, Daniela, Luca,...

Norma Martinucci

Norma Martinucci

Apr 23, 2024

Norma Martinucci (nee Barsi) passed at age 87 on April 23, 2024. In passing, she joins her husband, the late Raymond Martinucci.  Loving mother of Janet Zinkus and son-in-law Richard, she is also survived by her two grandchildren John and Jacqueline and elder sister  Laudomia (the late Dominic) Martinucci. She will be remembered fondly by her niece Deborah Martinucci, (wife...

Robert Houren

Robert Houren

Apr 22, 2024

Robert “Bob” Charles Houren, 95, passed away peacefully Monday, April 22, 2024. He was born May 17, 1928 to the late Joseph Anthony and Genevieve Susan (Bohn) Houren in Chicago, Illinois. On July 29, 1950, he married his bride, Shirley Ressler, with whom he shared 73 wonderful years. Shirley pre-deceased Bob by 6 days. Until his health no longer permitted,...

Lawrence Willems

Lawrence Willems

Apr 22, 2024

Lawrence "Lonnie" Willems, age 51, C.P.D. retired, went to heaven to join his father and the Lord on April 22, 2024 unexpectedly at his home in Chicago. Lonnie was the loving son of Barbara, nee Golemo, and the late Edward L. Willems, and he was a beloved uncle, nephew, cousin, and friend of many. In Lieu of flowers please send...

Matthias Biangardi

Matthias Biangardi

Apr 22, 2024

Matthias "Matt" Biangardi, age 89, passed away unexpectedly at his home on April 22, 2024. Matt was the beloved husband of Jacqueline (Proietto) for 68 wonderful years; loving father of Lois (Richard) Camiliere and Michael Biangardi; dear son of the late Elizabeth and Michael Biangardi; cherished papa of Chanelle (Jake) Oeding, Luigi (Amberly) and Capri Biangardi; great grandfather of one...

John Caponigro

John Caponigro

Apr 21, 2024

John F. Caponigro   88 of Norridge. At Peace with Christ Sunday, April 21, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Joan. Loving father of John (Iwona) and Jill (Tim) Zornow. Beloved son of the late Lawrence and the late Eliza. Cherished grandfather of Alisa (Sam), T.J. (Jackie) and Taylor. Great grandfather of Bryson, Emilia and baby. Fond brother in law of...

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