Josephine M. Krucek
Oct 29, 2026
Josephine Krucek August 10, 1942 – October 29, 2026
Josephine Krucek (née LaRocco), 84, passed away on October 29, 2026. Born August 10, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, she was the only child of Frank and Sadie LaRocco. She was a devoted daughter who lovingly cared for her parents.
Josephine met the love of her life, Gerald “Jerry” Krucek, through her cousin Sal,...
Joseph Beifuss
Oct 28, 2026
Joseph T. "Joe" Beifuss—a cherished uncle, loyal brother, and steadfast friend—passed away peacefully on October 28, 2026, at the age of 86.
Born on October 6, 1940, Joe dedicated his life to his family, his love of learning, and a lifelong passion for the arts. For many years, he was a devoted and treasured companion to Susan Wade. He was the...
Kathleen Crall
Oct 27, 2026
Kathleen Mary Crall, age 76, passed away surrounded by her loving family on October 27, 2026. Kathleen was the beloved wife of the late John Edward Crall; devoted mother of Shawn (Kathryn) and Patrick (Dawn) Crall; cherished grandmother of Abigail and Aiden Crall; dear sister of Robert Nellis, the late Thomas Capra, the late Martin “Bud” Nellis, the late Evelyn...
Betty J. Contreras
Oct 26, 2026
Betty J. Contreras, 93, at rest October 26, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Joseph David Contreras for 63 wonderful years. Loving mother of David J. (Eva), Barbara J. (Kenneth) Rose, James P. (Margaret), John M. (Constance), Mark J. and Thomas J. (Norma); devoted grandmother of Matthew, Desiree, Adam, Emily, Dustyn, Edmund, Ian, Samuel, Diana and Raul and great grandmother...
Pellegrino 'Pino' Gaglio
Oct 26, 2026
Pellegrino “Pino” Gaglio passed away at home in Park Ridge on October 26, 2026, at the age of 90.
Born on April 3, 1936, in Caltabellotta, Sicily, Pino was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and cherished member of his family. He will be remembered with deep love by all who knew him and by those closest to him, whose...
Christopher Ordo
Oct 25, 2026
Christopher Ordo, age 75, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2026. Christopher was the beloved husband of Halina Czwordon (nee Tubis) for 54 wonderful years; loving father of Agnieszka Czwordon, Monika (Marek) Czwordon-Nowowiejska and Daniel (Marzena) Czwordon; dear son of thelate Tadeusz and Irena Czwordon; cherished grandfather of Gabriel, Timothy, Olivia, Michael and Maximillian; dearest brother of Alicja (Adam) Kortus,...
Salvatore Cullotta
Oct 23, 2026
Salvatore Cullotta, age 81, passed away, October 23, 2026. Born in Altavilla Milicia (Prov. Di Palermo) Sicilia.
Beloved husband of Rosa nee Bruno. Loving father of Antonia De Filippis, Carmen Cullotta, Mario Cullotta, and Josephine Cullotta. Beloved son of the late Mariano and Antonia (nee Gariti) Cullotta. Fond grandfather of Pasquale De Filippis, Salvatore De Filippis, and Rocco, Jr. De Filippis....
Lee Ray Gehrke
Oct 20, 2026
Lee Ray Gehrke "Chief", age 91, U.S. Army Veteran and Air Force Veteran, passed away at home peacefully surrounded by his family on October 20, 2026. Lee was the beloved husband of Geraldine B. "Gerry" (nee Piszczek) for 56 wonderful years; loving father of Dorie (Dave) Howell, Debbie (Pete) Venegas, Jeff Gehrke (Kim Christianson), Robert Gehrke, Connie (Scott) Sierzega, Bonnie...
Raymond Malek
Oct 18, 2026
Raymond “Ray” Malek, age 94, passed away peacefully on October 18, 2026. Ray was born on January 25, 1932, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Steven and Anna Malek. A proud United States Army veteran, Ray lived a life filled with creativity, adventure, and love for his family.
Ray was the beloved husband of the late Alice (née Barrows) and ex...
Barbara Morreale
Oct 18, 2026
Born into a close-knit family of nine children, Barbara was born and raised in Indianapolis, Indiana, alongside her four sisters and four brothers. She attended Cathedral Catholic School before beginning what would become a lifelong dedication to nursing and caring for others.
Barbara was offered the opportunity to attend St. Vincent’s School of Nursing, where she earned her degree in nursing...
Maria Concetta Cipriano
Oct 17, 2026
Maria Concetta Cipriano, age 87, Born in Torretta (Prov. Di Palermo) Sicilia, passed away peacefully, October 17, 2026.
Beloved daughter of the late Girolamo & Francesca (nee Davi) Cipriano.
Dear sister of Rosalia (the late Calogero) D’Armetta, the late Benedetto (the late Rosaria) Cipriano, the late Giuseppe (the late Teresa) Cipriano, the late Salvatore (the late Vincenza) Cipriano, the late Laura (the...
Rita Nancy Casal
Oct 16, 2026
Rita Nancy Casal, 83, of Willow Spring, North Carolina, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 16, 2026, surrounded by her family.
Rita was born on September 17, 1943, in Santa Clara, Cuba. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Tomas Casal, and her parents, Antidio Perez and Pastora Santana Perez.
She is survived by her two sons and daughter: Jorge...
Bob Wasick
Oct 16, 2026
Bob Wasick 70 of Des Plaines. At Peace with Christ Friday, October 16, 2026. Beloved husband of Sharon Pergande. Loving father of Michael Wasick and Luke Pergande. Beloved son of the late Robert and the late Faith. Dear brother of Kathy Treliving. Fond uncle and friend to many. Visitation Thursday, October 22nd from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Cumberland Chapels...
Rose Pecora Alioto
Oct 15, 2026
Rose P. Alioto (nee Pecora), age 87, passed away peacefully on October 15, 2026. Rose was born on June 15, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late George and Catherine (nee Pilagallo) Pecora.
Rose was the devoted wife of the late Angelo Alioto. Dearest sister of the late Vincent (Norma) Pecora, the late Marie Pecora and the late Faustino Pecora. Loving...
Jesus "Jesse" Avila
Oct 15, 2026
Jesus "Jesse" Avila, aged 67, a retired Chicago Police Officer of 30 years' service, passed away unexpectedly on October 15, 2026.
Jesse was born in Guanajuato, Mexico on November 23, 1959, to the loving care of his parents, Cecelio and Eugenia Avila. At the age of 5, Jesse along with his family immigrated to the United States and settled in Chicago....
Betty Majewski
Oct 15, 2026
With deep sadness, we announce that Betty Majewski has passed away. She was born on February 1, 1930, in Chicago to Pearl and William Mein. She died peacefully at the age of 96 on October 15th at Resurrection Medical Center. Betty was the wife of the late Eugene and the loving mother of Donna (Donald) Robinson, Russell (Denise), Ronald (Deborah),...
Jon Russell Lapo
Oct 14, 2026
Jon "Rizz" Lapo, 77; U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran and Purple Heart Recipient; Cherished husband of Phyllis nee Cocco; Beloved son of Katherine; Dear brother of Paul, Roy and Janet; Loving brother-in-law and wonderful uncle to many; Loving Dog Dad to Buddy, Sr. and Buddy, Jr. and a devoted and loyal friend to all. Jon was a longtime member and past...
Harold Owen
Oct 14, 2026
Harold L. Owen, Jr. passed away on October 14, 2026, at Resurrection Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois. He was born on April 9, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, to Harold L. Owen, Sr. and Corinne Owen. He was the loving step-son of Hans "Pete" Petersen.
Harold (“Harry”) was the beloved husband of 56 years to Joyce Owen, and the loving father of Debbie...
Juliette Jimenez
Oct 13, 2026
Juliette "Julie" Jimenez, age 38, passed away on October 13, 2026. Julie was the loving daughter of Maria and Robert Jimenez; beloved sister of Leia, Robert, and Andrew; cherished godmother of Isabella and Ivee; dearest aunt to Luke; dear granddaughter, cousin, niece, and friend of many.
You Are A Love Story..My Precious daughter JulietteYou mentioned a dream early in the yearI...
Migdalia Marquez
Oct 13, 2026
Migdalia “Laly” Marquez, age 69, passed away peacefully on October 13, 2026. Laly was born on October 5, 1957, in Lares, Puerto Rico, to the late Pedro Quintana and Joaquina Reboyras
Laly was the beloved wife of Tony Marquez, with whom she shared 45 wonderful years of marriage. Loving mother of Denise Shuttleworth and Gabriel Marquez. Cherished grandmother of Khloe and...
