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.
Josephine "Josie" Robb
Jun 12, 2022
Josephine Theresa (Giannola) Robb Josephine "Josie" Robb, 101, of Norridge, Illinois passed away on June 12,2022 in her daughter's home with her by her side in Parker, Colorado. She was born into the Catholic faith on January 17,1921, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Dominic and Serafina Giannola. She was the most loving and caring mother, she loved everything Sicilian...
Eileen Talaber
Jun 11, 2022
Eileen L. Talaber, nee Toton, age 95, passed away peacefully at her home on June 11, 2022, surrounded by her loving family. Eileen was the beloved wife of the late Herman; loving mother of Karen (Kim) Talaber-Clement and the late Bruce (Christine) Talaber; dearest daughter of the late Stella and Stanley Toton; cherished grandmother of Brennan K. Talaber and Sarah...
Joseph Bergantino
Jun 11, 2022
Joseph Bergantino, age 96, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2022. Born March 19, 1926 to the late John & Grace nee Ricciardi; dear brother of the late Leonard (Margaret), Michael (Angelina) and John Jr.; fond uncle, great uncle and great-great uncle of many. Visitation Friday, August 5, 2022 from 3:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m. at Cumberland Chapels, 8300 W....
Nikos Karabatsos
Jun 8, 2022
Nikos Karabatsos, age 85, born in Chandrinos Messinia Greece, passed away on June 8, 2022 with his family by his side. Nikos is the beloved husband of Eleni (nee Zervas) for 55 years. loving father of Georgia (Dimitrios) Kotsopulos and the late Joanna (Panos) Giannakopoulos and the late Kalliope (Angelo) Ladas. Loving papou of Stavroula, Niko, Ritsa and George. Fond...
Stella Schaller
Jun 8, 2022
Stella Schaller nee Lykowski, caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away on June 8, 2022, at age 95. Beloved wife of the late Donald Schaller; loving daughter of the late Stephen and Mary Lykowski nee Kozlowski; beloved mother of the late Lynn Schaller, Leslie (Kirk) Dakarian, and Karen (Peter) Daboll; fond grandmother of Craig (Carissa) Knoche, Kevan (Abbey)...
Charles Bowers
Jun 8, 2022
Charles M. "Chuck" Bowers, 105, passed away on June 8th, 2022 at the Advocate Lutheran General Hospital. Born to Charles and Mabel Bowers of Chicago, Illinois. Chuck grew up in Chicago as an only child. He served honorably in the U.S. Army during World War II. He had seen many life changing events in the 105 years of his life....
Gregory Paloian
Jun 8, 2022
Gregory Emmett Paloian, age 67. Fabulous & proud father of Eddie (Amanda) and Deanna and Jockomo. Loving “Pop” of Sonny. Son of the late Edward and Helen Paloian. Amazing brother to Mary Ann (Larry) Sweeney and Maureen (Ron) Andrews. Loving uncle to many. Former spouse of Tina. Blessed by the love and friendship of the Marino / Losurdo families. Loyal...
Joseph Henmueller
Jun 6, 2022
Joseph F. Henmueller passed away peacefully on June 6, 2022, at age 88, surrounded by the deep and abiding love of his family. Joe was born on June 15, 1933 and remained a lifelong native son of Chicago, Illinois. He was an accomplished financial executive for numerous decades, inspiring countless young bankers with his sharp intellect and keen acumen. Joe...
Steve Lazarz
Jun 6, 2022
Steve Lazarz 89 of Edison Park. At Peace with Christ Monday, June 6, 2022. Veteran of the Korean War. Beloved husband of Rose Ann nee Kremen. Loving father of Linda (Tom) Modelski, James (Sue) Lazarz and the late Susan (Neal) Haase. Beloved son of the late John and the late Stella. Cherished grandfather of Ryan (Ashley), Samantha (Blaine), Amanda and...
Louis Gallo
Jun 6, 2022
Louis Joseph Gallo, 83; Beloved husband of Lea nee Bertuccioli; Cherished father of Susan (Charles) Hinman Gallo and Karen (Peter) Fontanetta; Loving grandfather of Rachel Kakareka, Renee (Matt) Sanchez, Roxanne Kakareka, Nicole (Lou) Ingratta and Alexis Fontanetta and great-grandfather of Sophie and Delfina Ingratta; Dear brother of Dennis Gallo and brother-in-law of Leo (Beverly) Bertuccioli; Fond uncle to many. Visitation...
Vincent Wagner
Jun 6, 2022
Vincent L. Wagner, age 74, passed away on June 6, 2022. Vincent is the beloved husband Sue C. Monette for 31 wonderful years; loving father of Melissa and Matthew Wagner and Jeffrey Monette; dearest son of the late Dorothy and Vincent Wagner; dear brother of the late Marianne Sullivan; fond uncle of many. Visitation Monday, June 13, 2022, from 3:00...
Sebastian Pacelli
Jun 5, 2022
Sebastian J."Ben" Pacelli, age 94, U.S. Army Veteran, passed away peacefully at his home on June 5, 2022. Sebastian was the beloved husband of the late Joanne, nee Williams; loving father of Alise Sofiakis and Carmen "Dan" (Mila) Pacelli; cherished grandfather of Andrew, Ariana, Natalie (Jim), Danielle and Alicia; dear brother of Carmen (Sharon) and the late Vincent (the late...
Eleonore Turko
Jun 5, 2022
Eleonore Turko, age 96, at rest on June 5, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Florian. Loving mother of Kathleen (Roger) Thompson and the late Robert Turko. Dear grandmother of Natalie (Les), Michael (Stacey) and Joseph. Great grandmother of Isabella, Alexandra, Victoria, Jackson, Jenna and Noelle. Dear sister of the late Edward Krystek. Fond aunt, cousin and friend to many....
Margaret Strall
Jun 5, 2022
Margaret A. "Margie" Strall, age 71, passed away peacefully on June 5, 2022. Margaret was the dearest daughter of the late Emilie and Matthew Strall; loving sister of Louise and Emilie Strall, Cheryl Auston, Lauren (Steve) Donovan, Ted (Agnieszka) and the late Matt (Ellen) Strall; fond aunt of Alec, Matthew and Carolina. Margie was a disciple of the Temple of...
Laverne Hirsch
Jun 5, 2022
LaVerne M. Hirsch (nee Schranz), age 94, at rest on June 5, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Emil R. Hirsch. Loving mother of Kenneth (Jean) and Pamela (Brian) Smith. Cherished grandmother of Jennifer (Alil) Kunica, Laura (Charlie) Bardwell, Brianne Smith, Megan (Michael) Duszynski, Kaitlyn (Heather) Hollysmith. Great Grandmother of Ashley, Mia, Joshua, Alex, Ava, Rory, Lily and Hailey. Proceeded...
James Malatesta
Jun 5, 2022
James V. Malatesta III, age 71, U.S.M.C. Veteran, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by family and friends on June 5, 2022. James is the beloved husband of Joan M., nee Murray/Hejna; loving stepfather of Alison and Megan (Brian Schlenger) Hejna; dearest son of the late Carmela, nee DeLuca, and the late James Malatesta II; dear brother of Delphine...
Raymond Behnke
Jun 4, 2022
Raymond James Behnke, age 79, at rest on June 4, 2022. Beloved husband of Edith Marian Behnke (O'Connell) for 56 years. Loving father of John (CPD) (Melixa) Behnke, Christine (Ryan) Delaney, Michael (Emma) Behnke, Raymond (Mitchelle) Behnke, David Behnke and Karen (Joey) Perrone. Cherished papa of John, Laura, Jessica, Rachel, Sarah, Lily, Lauren, Raymond, Matthew, Louie and Ava. Brother-in-law of...
Carol Jagusch
Jun 3, 2022
Carol Irene Jagusch (nee Bornhorst) 68. Beloved Daughter of the late Richard and the late Irene Bornhorst (nee Wacker). Loving Wife of Tom P. Jagusch. Dear Mother of Courtney Schultz. Best Grandma of Shealin Schultz. Loving Mother-in-Law of Tina Schultz. Sister of JoAnn (the late Ken) Lubawski, Laurie (Bill) Olbrisch, Richard (Mary Lou Zurawski) Bornhorst, Barbara (Larry) Wierzbicki, the late...
Michael Smythe
Jun 3, 2022
Michael “Mickey” D. Smythe age 77, passed away on June 3, 2022 with his best friend of 30 years, loving wife of seven years, Lola, by his side. Beloved son of the late Mary (Smythe) and step-son to Jack Mulligan. He was preceded in death by Ray “Popi” Antosz, who loved him like a son. Dear brother of John (Tina)...
Shirley Brace
Jun 3, 2022
Shirley A. Brace (nee Kehring), 92, at rest June 3, 2022. Devoted wife to the late Clifford; Beloved mother of George (Leslie), Linda (the late Edward) Schmitt, and Michael (Kimberly); Loving Grandmother of Matthew Schmitt, Daniel Schmitt, Brian (Stephanie) Schmitt, Elizabeth (Justin) West, Ethan Domantay, Emilia Domantay, Monica (Frank) Anderson, and Jason Scott; Great Grandmother of Emma. Visitation will take...
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