Dorothy Riffner
Apr 17, 2026
Dorothy A. Riffner, age 87, passed away peacefully on April 17, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Dorothy was born on February 10, 1939, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Mathias and the late Emily Valentine.
Beloved wife of Peter Riffner for 66 wonderful years. Loving mother of Linda (Brian) Cozad, Karen (Ken) Hojnacki, and Susie (Sean) O'Callaghan. Cherished grandmother of...
Robert Anthony Kulesza
Apr 15, 2026
Robert “Bob /Bobby” Kulesza was born on December 4, 1942. He died peacefully in his sleep on April 15, 2026. He is preceded in death by Grandmother Josephine Derus, Mother Joanna Kulesza, younger brother Bruce Kulesza, and younger brother Basil (Antoinette) McElvain. He left behind his wife of 61 years, Dolores Kulesza, daughter Antonette (Charles), grandchildren Stephanie (Nathan, 2027) and...
Barbara J. Smolinska-Pyrich
Apr 15, 2026
Barbara Smolinska‑Pyrich, age 87, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on April 15, 2026. Barbara was the beloved wife of Janusz Pyrich for 57 wonderful years; the loving mother of Lukas (Jacqueline) and Sylvia Pyrich; the dearest daughter of the late Waleria and Józef Smoliński; the dear sister of Maria Smolińska; the sister‑in‑law of Andrzej (Teresa) and Jerzy (Krystyna) Pyrich;...
Raul Avila
Apr 15, 2026
Raul Avila, age 70, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Raul was born on December 5, 1955, to the late Cecilio and the late Eugenia Avila.
Raul was a devoted and loving father to Julie (Mike) Hummrich and Steven Avila. He was a proud and cherished grandfather to Jenna and Evan, who brought him immense...
Christopher Schumacher
Apr 13, 2026
Christopher M. Schumacher, age 52, passed away on April 13, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Christopher was born on May 25, 1973, in Chicago, Illinois, to Christine (nee Cole) Schumacher and the late Robert J. Schumacher. Christopher was the beloved husband of Neena Schumacher and the cherished father of Nisa, Nina, Leila, and Ava, who were the center of...
Edward J. Rakowiecki Jr.
Apr 12, 2026
Edward John Rakowiecki Jr. age 70, passed away on April 12, 2026. Edward was born on February 11, 1956 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Edward Sr. and the late Mildred Rakowiecki. Beloved husband of the late Marie Rakowiecki. Loving father of Thomas (Brandi) and Jeffrey (Britni). Loving grandfather of Kaelynn, Sophia and Hunter. Dear brother of the late Allan...
Władysława Gorczyca
Apr 12, 2026
Władysława Gorczyca, 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on April 12, 2026. Beloved daughter of the late Piotr and Ewa Mączka. Dear sister of Maria, Józefa, and the late Weronika. Loving mother of Danuta (Krzysztof) and Zbigniew (the late Alina). Cherished grandmother of Łukasz, Andrzej, Anna, Paweł, and Aneta; great grandmother of Michael, Christopher, Jakub, Tymoteusz, and Klara....
Kevin Kehoe
Apr 11, 2026
Kevin P. Kehoe age 51, passed away suddenly on April 11, 2026. Kevin was born in Park Ridge, Illinois on April 8, 1975 to Jerome Kehoe and the late Jutta (nee Kost) Kehoe. Loving husband of Elaine (nee Lillquist). Cherished father of Kara and Haley. Dear brother of Brian (Debbie) and Patrick (Abby) Kehoe. Dear son-in-law of Ron and Eva...
Elizabeth Mary Rogal Welch
Apr 11, 2026
Elizabeth Mary Rogal Welch, age 49. Beloved wife of Duane Welch; loving mother of Conner Welch and Taylor Welch; beloved daughter of John and Diane Rogal; dear sister of Denise (Matt) Dulceak and Tom Rogal; fond aunt of Isabella Dulceak, Jonathan Dulceak, Matilda Simon, William Catlow, Veronica Catlow, Ray Welch, and Stacie Welch. Visitation will be held on Sunday April...
George T. Lagios
Apr 10, 2026
A faithful servant of Christ, devoted husband, cherished father, and proud Papou, George T. Lagios, 85 fell asleep in the Lord on April 10, 2026.
George was the beloved husband of Demetra Lagios, his partner in life and love for 56 years. Together they built a beautiful family: loving father of the late Francene Lagios, Ted (Lisa) Lagios , and Ellen...
Joseph R. Musso
Apr 6, 2026
Joe Musso, a man beloved by all who knew him, passed peacefully with his wife by his side on the morning of April 6th, 2026. Leaving behind a legacy of laughter and love that will live on in the stories we will continue to tell. Son to Robert and Antionette, Joe is survived by his wife Debbie, his daughter Danielle...
Krystyna Klaczko
Apr 5, 2026
Krystyna A. Klaczko (nee Kucharska), age 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Easter Day, April 5, 2026. Krystyna was the beloved wife of Kazimierz for 57 wonderful years; loving mother of Lucyna (Eric) Langlund, Edwin (Sara) Klaczko, and Dorothy (Daniel) Witkowski; dear daughter of the late Zofia and Andrzej Kucharski; cherished babcia of Cameron Klaczko, Stefanie, Adriana,...
Kathleen B. Napolitano
Apr 5, 2026
Kathleen B. Napolitano 61, At rest Sunday, April 5, 2026 .
Beloved daughter of Mary nee Mastandrea and the late Vito Napolitano. Loving sister of Marilyn, Carlo (Phyllis) and the late Debbie. Fond aunt of Marissa and Sonny. Visitation Thursday, April 9th from 4:00 to 8:00 P.M. at Cumberland Chapels (FRIEL FUNERAL DIRECTORS) 8300 W. Lawrence Ave. Norridge. Funeral Services will...
Marilyn A. Chisesi
Apr 3, 2026
Marilyn Chisesi, of Chicago, Illinois, and a longtime resident of Norridge, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, at the age of 93. (Although she did not claim to have had a birthday after 29.)Marilyn was the heart of her family—a devoted wife, a deeply loving grandmother, a cherished sister, and a friend to so many. She had a rare...
Grazyna (Lucynka) Szkutnik
Apr 3, 2026
Grazyna Szkutnik, 65, at rest April 3, 2026. Devoted wife of John Szkutnik for 47 wonderful years. Beloved mother of Marcin Szkutnik, Renee (Christopher) Heflin, and Kamil Szkutnik. Dear daughter of the late Eugeniusz and Stefania Janeczek. Loving grandmother of Emma and Ava Heflin. Dear sister of Henryk Janeczek, and Jadwiga Barnas. Grazyna lived for family, especially her darling granddaughters....
Loretta T. Davis
Apr 3, 2026
Loretta T. Davis, age 101, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026. Born on December 19, 1924, in Chicago, Illinois, Loretta was a lifelong Chicagoan whose vibrant spirit and love of life left a lasting impression on all who knew her.
One of nine children, Loretta was preceded in death by her beloved parents and many of her siblings. She is...
John Kuta
Apr 3, 2026
John J. Kuta age 78, passed away on Friday, April 3, 2026. John was born on February 1, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Julius Kuta and the late Josephine Kuta (nee Mucha). John was a proud Veteran of the United States Army during the Vietnam War. John was honorably discharged in 1976. Beloved husband of the late Joanne...
Mario Rizzi
Apr 3, 2026
Mario Rizzi, age 88, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
Mario was born on December 2, 1937, in Carnalez (Brez), Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy, to the late Giovanni Rizzi and the late Gemma Rizzi (née Albertini). He carried his Italian heritage with great pride throughout his life, cherishing the traditions, values, and strong sense...
William Naviamos
Apr 2, 2026
William “Inday” Cordon Naviamos, age 71, passed away peacefully on April 2, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.
William was born on September 11, 1954, in Pandan, Philippines, to the late Exequiel Naviamos and the late Liberata (née Cordon). He later made his home on the far northwest side of Chicago, where he built a life rooted in hard...
Monika Kozaka
Apr 1, 2026
Monika Kozaka, age 48, passed away on April 1, 2026. She was born on July 9, 1977 In Chicago, Illinois, to the late Jozef and Wieslawa (née Milkowska) Chaniewicz.
Monika was a devoted and loving wife, mother, and friend whose kindness and warmth touched everyone who knew her. She was a woman of strength, compassion, and grace, always putting her family...
