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.

Phyllis Piazza

Phyllis Piazza

Nov 5, 2025

Family, Food, and Fun – these are the things that defined Phyllis Piazza’s life.

Born June 16th, 1929 to Frank and Theresa Paulette, she grew up in Austin on the West side of Chicago with her four siblings. While attending Austin High School, she met Joseph Piazza, who she would later marry in 1949. Together they raised their four daughters, initially...

Robert F. Paprocki

Robert F. Paprocki

Nov 5, 2025

Robert F. Paprocki, a beloved husband, and cherished family member, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, in Chicago, Illinois. Born on November 3, 1943, in Chicago, Robert was a lifelong resident of the city that he loved dearly.

Robert is survived by his devoted wife, Carolyn Paprocki, nee Salerno, who stood by his side throughout their years together, sharing countless...

Josephine Calafiore

Josephine Calafiore

Nov 4, 2025

Josephine Calafiore, age 89, passed away peacefully on November 4, 2025. Josephine was the dear daughter of the late Paul and the late Anna (nee Amenta) Calafiore; loving sister of the late Michael (the late Carol) Calafiore; cherished aunt of Ann Marie (Kenneth) Koeppl. Nicholas P, Michelle L. and Lisa N. Calafiore; proud great aunt of Carolyn (Brady) Eckert, Justin...

Marilyn McGlade

Marilyn McGlade

Nov 4, 2025

Marilyn J. McGlade, 81, at rest November 4, 2025. Loving mother of Brian (Christine) McGlade, Michael (Julie) McGlade, and Maureen McGlade. Beloved grandma of Nicholas, Amanda, Dylan, Tara, Angela, and Michael. Great grandmother of Ryan. Dear sister of Martin Schmidt. Family and friends are invited to meet at St. Elizabeth of the Trinity Parish, Chicago, on Wednesday, November 26, for...

Marian Wlodarski

Marian Wlodarski

Nov 3, 2025

Marian Wlodarski Age 75, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025. Marian was born on December 8, 1949, in Łomża, Poland, and was a proud resident of Norridge for 38 years.

Beloved husband of Maria (née Gorska) for 48 wonderful years. Loving father of Annette Wlodarski. Cherished grandfather of Gabriela and Julianna Wlodarski.

Dearest son of Irena (née Wisniewska) Kalinowski and the late...

Ilse Rosel-Maria Taradash

Ilse Rosel-Maria Taradash

Nov 3, 2025

Ilse Rosel-Maria Taradash (nee Heukaufer) age 85, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on November 3, 2025. Ilse was the beloved wife of the late Arnold; loving mother of Jacqueline (Joseph) Olson-Dushane, Dean (Yvette) Taradash and the late Charles (Sharon) Terry; dear daughter of the late Elizabeth and Wilhelm Heukaufer; cherished grandmother of Natalia and Christine Olson, Stephanie (Chris) Kougias,...

Barbara Chalupnik

Barbara Chalupnik

Nov 3, 2025

Barbara Chalupnik (née Mickelsen), age 90, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2025, in Joliet, Illinois. Born to Russell and Frances Mickelsen on June 18, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois, Barbara lived a full and spirited life marked by deep love for her family, unwavering loyalty to her friends, and an enduring passion for her beloved Chicago Cubs.

A proud graduate of...

Manuel Reyes Caamic

Manuel Reyes Caamic

Oct 31, 2025

Manuel “Maning” Reyes Caamic, age 86, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025. He was born on April 30, 1939, in Cabanatuan City, Nueva Ecija, Philippines. A devoted son to the late Pio and the late Cecilia (nee Reyes) Caamic, Maning was the beloved husband of Rosita (nee Merete) for 53 wonderful years. He was a loving father to Marilou...

Jimmy Keller

Jimmy Keller

Oct 31, 2025

James “Jimmy” Keller, age 56, passed away on October 31, 2025. Jimmy was born on August 2, 1969, in Chicago, Illinois.

Beloved husband of Christina (nee Love) Keller. Cherished son of Kathleen Keller. Loving brother of Meagan (Chris) Guiglio. Fond uncle of David, Kayla, and Poppy.

Jimmy dedicated 30 years of his career to Peoples Gas, where he was known for his...

Angelo Alioto

Angelo Alioto

Oct 31, 2025

Age 87, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2025. Born on December 19, 1937, in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Angelo was a former longtime resident of Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Beloved husband of Rose (née Pecora). Cherished son of the late Joseph and the late Antonina Alioto. Loving brother of the late Ann (the late Joseph). Uncle of the late Carmella Sberna Lukomski, Vicki...

Richard H. Holman

Richard H. Holman

Oct 30, 2025

Richard H. Holman, beloved husband, father, grandfather, and retired Chicago Police Officer, passed away peacefully on October 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was 88 years old.

Born on November 14, 1936, to Alfred and Hildur Holman, Richard grew up with his brothers, David and William, all of whom have preceded him in death. Richard proudly served the City...

Herbert William Hoyer

Herbert William Hoyer

Oct 28, 2025

Herbert William Hoyer, 68, of Arlington Heights, IL, passed away peacefully on October 28, 2025 surrounded by his family in Chicago, IL. Herb was a cherished son, brother, husband, father, Opa, and friend to those who were privileged to know him.

Herb was born October 1, 1957, in Chicago, IL. He was preceded in death by his parents, William and Olga...

Jan Tyda

Jan Tyda

Oct 28, 2025

Jan M. Tyda, age 67, of Chicago, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on October 28, 2025.

Beloved wife of the late Bruce.  Loving mother of Jeffrey Tyda. Cherished daughter of the late John and Joan O’Connor. Loving sister of Susan (Louis) Liotine, Thomas (Brenda) O’Connor, and Michael O’Connor. Devoted Auntie Jan to Julie, Anne, Emilie, John Paul, Charlie, Lauren, Kristen, and Kevin,...

Natalie Castro

Natalie Castro

Oct 27, 2025

Natalie “Boods” Castro, age 29, passed away unexpectedly on October 27, 2025. She was the loving mother of Lyric Castro, who was the center of her world; the cherished daughter of Carmen Castro and Antonio Hernandez; the beloved granddaughter of Maria Ibanez; and the dear sister of Antonio and Amethyst Hernandez. She was also a proud and devoted aunt, cousin,...

Maria Cappellania

Maria Cappellania

Oct 27, 2025

Maria Cappellania nee Petrozzino, age 95. Belvoed wife of the late Gelsomino; loving mother of Gerardo, Antonino (Kelly), and Carmen (Frank) Kutrombis; beloved daughter of the late Gerardo Petrozzino and Lucia Casciano; fond grandmother of Cortnee (Joel) Cappellania, Kyle Cappellania, Dominic (Sandra) Cappelania, James (Marissa) Cappellania, Alex Kutrombis, and Niko Kutrombis; great grandmother of Levin, Hunter, Livia, Everly, Aviana, and...

Jose Gonzalez

Jose Gonzalez

Oct 27, 2025

Jose Gonzalez, 86, at rest October 27, 2025. Beloved husband of Maria Gloria Gonzalez for 62 wonderful years. Loving father of Yolanda (Jesus) Oviedo, Ramon (Isabel) Gonzalez, Maria Paz Gonzalez, Salud Gonzalez, Maria (Fabian) Hernandez, Carmen (Rafael) Alcantar, Margarita (Pablo) Garcia, Jose (Maria del Carmen) Gonzalez, Gustavo (Veronica) Gonzalez, Horacio (Angelica) Gonzalez, Francisco Javier (Araceli) Gonzalez, Celina (Rogelio) Rivera, and...

Agnes Ramirez

Agnes Ramirez

Oct 26, 2025

It is with a heavy heart we announce the passing of Agnes A. Ramirez, 83, on October 26, 2025. Agnes was born in the Philippines in 1942 and married her beloved husband, Rollie on January 7, 1961 in San Pablo City at ages 16 and 17. He preceded her in death on November 13, 2021.

Agnes lived a life full of...

Clara Krantz

Clara Krantz

Oct 25, 2025

Clara Krantz (nee Bialas), age 103, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025. Clara was the beloved wife of the late Leonard; dearest daughter of the late Mary (nee Cheloha) and the late Joseph Bialas; loving sister of the late Della, Stella, Ted, Martha, Helen, Elsie, Verna, Phyllis, Dorothy and Virginia, and she was a fond aunt of many. Clara...

Michael 'Mickey' Zuccaro

Michael 'Mickey' Zuccaro

Oct 25, 2025

In Loving Memory of Michael “Mickey” Zuccaro

Born: November 15, 1947 — Passed: October 25, 2025

It is with great love and deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Michael “Mickey” Zuccaro (77) who passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025 surrounded by family, friends, and loved ones.

He is survived by his devoted wife, Edie Zuccaro. Proud father to Jennifer (Dan)...

Zofia Krasowski

Zofia Krasowski

Oct 25, 2025

Zofia Krasowski, 87, at rest October 25, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Tadeusz for over 50 years. Loving mother of Alice (Ed) DiPiero, Margaret (Greg) Lupo, Diane (Joseph) Meloscia, Ursula (Kenneth) Bachara, and Bernadette Archibald (Gabriel). Loving babcia of Steven (Lisa), Michael (Katie), Anthony (Emily), Ashley (Shawn), Melissa (Michael), Michele (Nick), Madeline (Reid), Samantha (Dylan), David (Natalie), William (Jennifer),...

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