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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Mitch Hodyl

Mitch Hodyl

Feb 15, 2026

 Mitch Hodyl, age 81, passed away on February 15, 2026, in St. Charles, Illinois. Mitch was born on January 21, 1945, in Poland to the late Jan Hodyl and the late Filomena (née Zielonka) Hodyl. He later made his home in Schiller Park.

Mitch is survived by his loving wife, Lucyna (née Tabor), with whom he shared nearly 59 wonderful years...

Katherine "Kathy" Ikonomou

Katherine "Kathy" Ikonomou

Feb 14, 2026

Katherine Ikonomou (nee Kotsonis) age 89, passed away peacefully on February 14, 2026. Katherine was the beloved wife of the late Vasilios; loving mother of the late James (the late Donna) Ikonomou; dearest daughter of the late Vasiliki and John Kotsonis; cherished yia yia of William Ikonomou; dear sister of the late Paul (Angie) Kotsonis and the late Mary (the...

Ofelia Torres

Ofelia Torres

Feb 13, 2026

Celebrating the Life of Ofelia Giselle "Ofe" Torres Hidalgo April 12, 2009 - February 13, 2026

Ofelia Giselle "Ofe" Torres Hidalgo, a soul of rare beauty, selflessness, and courage, passed away on February 13, 2026, surrounded by the family who adored her. At just 16 years old, Ofe left an indelible mark on the hearts of everyone she met, teaching us...

Hannelore E Jankowski

Hannelore E Jankowski

Feb 12, 2026

Hannelore Jankowski (nee Loh) age 92, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on February 12, 2026. Hannelore was the beloved wife of the late Ludwig; loving mother of the late Harald Reineke, Doris Sylvana (the late Herbert) Schilling, Rita Jankowski, Krysia (Angel) Diaz, Irene (Martin) Quill, and John (Michelle) Jankowski; dear daughter of the late Frieda Maria and August Gustav...

Irma Naccarato

Irma Naccarato

Feb 11, 2026

Irma Naccarato, nee Palermo, age 86, Born in Marano Marchesato, (Prov. Di Cosenza) Calabria. Passed away February 11, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Gaetano. Loving mother of Giuseppe (Kristen) Naccarato and Maria (Franco) Spano. Beloved daughter of the late Vincenzo & Cristina (nee Stella) Palermo. Fond grandmother of Cristina (Domenic) Ferruzza, Arianna Naccarato, Vincenzo Spano, Karina (Marcus Gerber) Naccarato...

Darlene A. DiVito

Darlene A. DiVito

Feb 9, 2026

Darlene A. DiVito, age 95, of Golf, IL. Beloved wife of the late Anthony. Loving mother of JoBeth (Vince) Pacini, Rick (Mary) and Cyndi DiVito. Beloved daughter of the late Wyatt and the late Sylvia MacDonald. Cherished grandmother of Anthony (Melissa), Nicholas (Lizzy), Dominique (Mark), Anthony (Samira), Alyssa (John), Ricky (Sarah) and Allie (Eron). Great grandmother of 6. Fond aunt...

Robert 'Bob' Mischke

Robert 'Bob' Mischke

Feb 8, 2026

Robert ‘Bob’ Mischke, 67, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on February 8, 2026. Devoted husband of Sheila for 45 wonderful years. Loving father of Brian Mischke, Jennifer (John) Andreoni, Siobhan (Michal) Zdrojkowski, and Bridget (Michael) Drzik. Beloved son of the late Robert Sr. and the late Rosemarie Mischke. Cherished grandfather of Tyler, Arthur, Addison, Gavin, Molly, and Ethan....

Anita Kaczor

Anita Kaczor

Feb 8, 2026

Anita R. Kaczor 93. At Peace with Christ Sunday, February 8, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Edwin Kaczor and the late Steven Krampach. Loving mother of Jeffery, Craig (Kirsten) and Kirk (Trisha). Cherished grandmother of Keith, Cari, April, Ryne and Kyle.  Beloved daughter of the late Primo and the late Josephine Bettarelli.  Dear sister of Fred (Anita) Bettarelli, Joanna...

Vito Guarino

Vito Guarino

Feb 7, 2026

On February 7th, 2026, Vito D. Guarino (63) passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side.

Vito was born in Albano di Lucania, Italy on June 10th, 1962. He and his family immigrated to Norridge, IL in 1970 where he led a wonderful childhood alongside his cousins and siblings.

Vito was always the hardest worker in the room. As a...

Dennis Kelly

Dennis Kelly

Feb 6, 2026

Dennis G. Kelly, 66, born in Chicago, IL, on October 11th, 1959, passed away at his home in Arlington Heights, IL, on February 6th, 2026.

Son of the late LeRoy and Bernadette Kelly. Beloved husband of Annamarie Kelly for 42 years. Devoted father of Michael (Kristen), Timothy (Nicole), and Dennis (Elena). Loving grandfather of Jack, Leah, Callahan, Lyla and Morgan. Cherished...

Paul Anthony Ryan

Paul Anthony Ryan

Feb 6, 2026

Paul A. Ryan, age 80, passed away peacefully on February 6, 2026. Paul was born on August 7, 1945, to the late John F. Ryan Jr. and the late Mary Ann (nee Schorsch) Ryan. He proudly served as a Veteran in the United States Marine Corps Reserves during the Vietnam War and was a longtime resident of Norridge on Chicago’s...

Rosa Maria Hurtado

Rosa Maria Hurtado

Feb 1, 2026

Rosa Maria Hurtado, age 70, passed away on February 1, 2026. Beloved wife to Felipe Hurtado and loving mother, grandmother, sister, aunt and cousin to many. Visitation for Rosa will take place on Thursday, February 5th, 2026 from 3:00 pm until 9:00 pm at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W. Lawrence Ave. Norridge, Illinois. Funeral Friday, beginning at the funeral home at...

Salvatore "Sal" LaScola

Salvatore "Sal" LaScola

Feb 1, 2026

Salvatore “Sal” LaScola April 14, 1938 — February 1, 2026

Salvatore “Sal” LaScola, beloved husband of the late Dorothea (née Raitano) LaScola. Cherished son of the late Stephen and Josephine (née Siracuse) LaScola. Loving father of JoAnn (Michael) McCann and Laurie (Daniel) Romanazzi. Cherished “Poppy” of Brendan McCann (Lauren), Dina Fox (Matthew), Danielle DiMenna (Greg), and Liam McCann (Maddy Finn). Proud...

Mary Mellett

Mary Mellett

Jan 30, 2026

Mary E. "Mamie" Mellett, Age 84, passed away peacefully on January 30, 2026. Mary was the beloved daughter of the late Mary Ellen and Patrick Mellett; dearest sister of the late Patrick (late Mary Anne) and late James (the late Mary) Mellett; fond aunt of Sheila (Tom) Mruk, Mike and Charlie (Jennifer) Mellett; great aunt of Sean Mellett, Hannah Mruk,...

Janet Lee Robertson

Janet Lee Robertson

Jan 30, 2026

Janet Lee Robertson (nee LaRocca) , Age 72, peacefully passed away on January 30, 2026. Janet was the beloved wife of Riley W. "Wayne" for 53 wonderful years; loving mother of Amanda, Ashley, Austin and the late Wesley Robertson; dear daughter of the late Mary Jean Bowers and Rocco Thomas LaRocca; step daughter of the late Charles Bowers; cherished grandmother...

Michael J. Learnahan

Michael J. Learnahan

Jan 28, 2026

Michael Learnahan, at the heartfelt age of 81, peacefully left this world on January 28, 2026, surrounded by the warmth and love of his family. His presence was a beacon of kindness, strength, and boundless love. Michael was a caring father to Karen L. Brown (Ron Mokry) and Suni C. (Kevin) Martin, a beloved son to the late Jeannette and...

Benucia Abdullah

Benucia Abdullah

Jan 27, 2026

Benucia (nee Stainhaus) Abdullah, lovingly known to all as Lucy, was born on August 20, 1935, in Rio Grande do Sul, Brazil. She was a woman whose life was defined by love, strength, courage, generosity, and an open heart that welcomed everyone who crossed her path.

Lucy was the kind of person people never forgot. She loved deeply, gave freely, and...

Martin Graham

Martin Graham

Jan 25, 2026

Martin David Graham (October 23, 1958 - January 25, 2026)

Martin David Graham, 67, passed away January 25, 2026, outliving the Bears’ Super Bowl hopes by one week.

Born October 23rd, 1958, to David Francis and Mary Ellen (née Casey), Marty was the eldest of five children, and grew up in Old Irving Park. A neighborhood guy, he met his future wife,...

Vitantonio 'Tony' Berardi

Vitantonio 'Tony' Berardi

Jan 25, 2026

Vitantonio “Tony” Berardi, a man of profound character, tireless work ethic, and a legendary heart, passed away peacefully at the age of 92. In a final act of devotion, Tony was reunited with his beloved wife, Maria “Nina,” on January 25th—what would have been their 59th wedding anniversary.Born in the coastal town of Mola di Bari in Puglia, Italy, Tony’s...

Leontyna Stepkowski

Leontyna Stepkowski

Jan 25, 2026

Leontyna Stepkowski, age 93, passed away peacefully on January 25, 2026. She was born on June 28, 1932, in Poland, to the late Jozef and Maria Twarowski. A kind, loving, and devoted mother and grandmother, Leontyna was known for her gentle nature, quiet strength, and strong faith. She will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved her. Leontyna...

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