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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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Angelina Alongi

Angelina Alongi

Jul 1, 2026

Angelina Alongi, age 43, passed away peacefully at Resurrection Medical Center on July 1st, 2026, surrounded by her loving family.

Angelina, born in the town of Sombrerete, Zacatecas, Mexico, on July 21, 1982, will be remembered for her devotion to God, strength for her family, and the love she extended to all who knew her.

Angelina fearlessly immigrated to the United States...

Rosemary C. Jenero

Rosemary C. Jenero

Jun 29, 2026

Rosemary C. Jenero, 101, of Galewood. At Peace with Christ Monday, June 29, 2026.

Beloved wife of the late Henry. Loving mother of Kenneth (Roberta) and the late Darlene (the late Ralph) Cardone. Treasured grandmother of Ralph (Dena), Anthony Cardone (Gianna Darmstadt), Danielle (James) Friel and Gina (Benjamin) Johnson. Great grandmother of Isabella, Blakely, Dominic, Gemma, Luca, Gino, Dominick and Carmelina....

Joan Polsinelli

Joan Polsinelli

Jun 29, 2026

Joan Polsinelli, age 101, passed away peacefully on June 29, 2026. Joan was the loving wife of the late T. Charles Polsinelli for 50 wonderful years; beloved sister of the late Lawrence J. Mente; dear daughter of the late Lawrence Mente and the late Kathryn G. Mente (nee Luxen); cherished aunt of Andrew, Kate, Philip (Amy), Suzanne, Sarah, and Julie.

Joan...

Sigrid Aina Brynjolfsson

Sigrid Aina Brynjolfsson

Jun 27, 2026

Sigrid Aina Brynjolfsson, passed away in the comfort of her home of 70 years on June 27, 2026. We were fortunate and blessed to have celebrated her 100th birthday on February 22 of this year, a remarkable milestone.

Sigrid was the beloved wife of the late Dr. Gissur Brynjolfsson; loving mother of Ingrid (John, M.D.) LoGiudice, Jon (Lucia Misantoni) Brynjolfsson and...

Giovanni "John" Geraci

Giovanni "John" Geraci

Jun 26, 2026

Giovanni "John" Geraci, age 80, passed away peacefully on June 26, 2026.

Giovanni was born on March 12, 1946, in Caccamo, Sicily, to the late Rosario Geraci and the late Giacoma Geraci (née Rizzo). He carried with him a deep love for his Italian heritage throughout his life.

He was the beloved brother of Agata (the late Tony) Maiorana, Francesca (the late...

Stanley Bielanski

Stanley Bielanski

Jun 26, 2026

Stanley Bielanski, age 85, passed away on June 26, 2026. Beloved husband of Bronislawa Bielanski. Loving father of Lidia Owaynat and Bonnie (George) Catezone. Cherished grandfather of Jeffery, Ayman, Jeanine, Jannah, Jemilah, Alexa and Joseph and many great grandchildren.

Visitation for Stanley will take place on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 from 9:30 am until 11:30 am at Cumberland Chapels 8300 W....

Joanna McDermott

Joanna McDermott

Jun 25, 2026

Joanna McDermott passed away on June 25, 2026, at the age of 55. She was the devoted mother of Emily and Matt; the cherished sister of Janek and Jarek; the beloved friend of Gary Stern; and she adored her dog, Ibiza. She leaves behind a family, dear friends, and a community who will forever cherish her memory.

Born in Poland, Joanna...

Rose Josh

Rose Josh

Jun 23, 2026

Rose Josh, age 77, passed away peacefully on June 23, 2026. Rose was born on March 29, 1949, in Augustdorf, Germany, and was the cherished daughter of the late John and the late Sofija, with whom she shared a loving bond.

Rose was the beloved wife of the late Daniel A. Josh Jr., whose love and companionship remained in her heart...

JoAnn Ignoffo

JoAnn Ignoffo

Jun 22, 2026

JoAnn Ignoffo, beloved wife of Joe (the late Marilyn) & the late Eugene Wiase. Loving mother of Dr. Andrea DiBartolo DVM, Lisa Cavaiani & Gene (Anne) Wiase. Step mother of Sandy (Dominic) Cantal, Kim (Scott) Sebastian & Joe (Cyndi) Ignoffo. Dear grandmother of Dominick (Jessica) Cavaiani, Jessica Cavaiani, Jake Cavaiani, Derrick (Kristi) Wiase, Katie (Patrick) Stelmach, Michael (Shaina) Wiase, Jeanine...

Alice Jilka

Alice Jilka

Jun 22, 2026

Alice Jilka was born to Edward and Rose Alexa on July 10, 1932 in Chicago. Alice proceeded to eternal life on June 22, 2026.

Alice enjoyed swimming, playing cards, reading and flea markets. She loved spending time with her family.

Her survivors include sister Kay Omelka, brother Pete (Linda) Alexa, son Bruce (Sharon) Jilka, daughter Nancy Kalander, granddaughter Amy (Darrin) Polzin, 2...

Eva C. Kassner

Eva C. Kassner

Jun 21, 2026

Eva C. Kassner, 92, of Edison Park. At rest Sunday, June 21, 2026. Beloved wife of the late James D. Sr. Loving mother of Deborah (Chuck) Whelchel, James (Deborah) Kassner and Cathy (Tony) Damptz; cherished grandmother of Brook Hunter-Whelchel, Jamielynn (Nick) Wedoff, James D. Kassner III, Melissa (Chris) James, the late Christina Damptz and Kailey (Chaz) Nevitt; great grandmother of...

Giustino Maestranzi

Giustino Maestranzi

Jun 21, 2026

Giustino “Tino” Maestranzi age 92 passed away peacefully at home on June 21, 2026. Giustino was the beloved husband of Alice Maestranzi nee Penkala for 64 wonderful years; loving father of Tina Maestranzi; loving son of the late Giovanni and Domenica Maestranzi nee Maganzini; dear brother of Costanzo ( late Joan) Maestranzi and Elsa Maestranzi; dearest brother-in-law of Philip (late...

James Stanley “Jimmy” Hendrickson

James Stanley “Jimmy” Hendrickson

Jun 20, 2026

James "Jimmy Hendrickson, age 23 passed away unexpectedly on June 20, 2026. Jimmy was the loving son of Krystyna and partner Jeff; beloved brother of big sister Leanna and little brother Keith; cherished grandson of Babcia Ursula and the late Dziadek Stasiu; dearest godson of James and Anna Wysocki; beloved nephew of Auntie Anna and the late Wujek Tomek; loving...

Virginia Bongiorno-Lawrence

Virginia Bongiorno-Lawrence

Jun 20, 2026

Virginia Bongiorno-Lawrence (nee Cholowicki), age 94, passed away peacefully on June 20, 2026. Virginia was the beloved wife of Leigh Lawrence for 37 wonderful years; loving mother of John (Tracy), Tom (Mary Jo) and Anthony Bongiorno; dear daughter of the late Sophia and Paul Cholowicki; cherished grandmother of Anthony (Deirdre), Joe and Gabriella Bongiorno; proud great grandmother of Serafina and...

Eusebio "Tito" Claudio

Eusebio "Tito" Claudio

Jun 20, 2026

Eusebio "Tito" Claudio, age 66, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 20, 2026. Tito was the loving husband of Maria (nee Cicchino) for 27 wonderful years; fond father of Tanya Hudson; grandfather of Aaliyah, Eddie, Lascelles, Gianna, Teyana, beloved son of Anna Maria (Tata) Segarra; dear brother of Gina (Andy Sr.) Garcia, Juan Ortiz, and Fred Ortiz; cherished...

Patricia A. Schippers

Patricia A. Schippers

Jun 20, 2026

Patricia A. Schippers 94, At Peace with Christ Saturday, June 20, 2026. 

Beloved wife of the late Gerald L.  Loving daughter of the late Pascale and Johanna Ruberti.   Dear mother the late Jerry (Lori), John (Joanne), Maureen (Mike) Caravia, Michael (Annie), Vickie (the late Charlie) Dressner, Daniel (Nadine) .  Fond sister of the late John (Terri) Ruberti . Treasured aunt...

Salvatore Brancato

Salvatore Brancato

Jun 20, 2026

Salvatore ‘Sal’ Brancato, 79, at rest June 20, 2026. Born in Caccamo, Sicily. Dear son of the late Sebastiano and Maria Brancato. Loving brother of Giuseppa (Frank) Porto and Concetta (Giovanni) Ariano. Fond uncle of Giuseppe Ariano, Josie Giannini, Sebastiano Ariano, and Michael Ariano; great uncle of Giulia, Sabrina, Dino, Frankie, Giovanni, Mia, and Sofia. Sal was a longtime employee...

Maria Medrys

Maria Medrys

Jun 20, 2026

Maria Medrys 99. At Peace with Christ Saturday, June 20, 2026. 

Beloved wife of he late John.   Loving mother of Diane, John, Frank (Sarah), Cindy (Art) Vanags. Treasured grandmother of Michael (Monica), Samantha (Kevin), Alex (Victoria) Anna, Nicole and Nathan. Great grandmother of Lorenzo, Aiden, and Emma. 

Visitation Wednesday, June 24th from 3:00 to 7:00 P.M. at Cumberland Chapels (FRIEL FUNERAL...

Macario Pacione Jr.

Macario Pacione Jr.

Jun 20, 2026

Macario D. Pacione, Jr., age 79, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on June 20, 2026. Macario is the beloved husband of Aurora (nee Dizon) for 43 wonderful years; the loving father of Janice (Felimaur) Flauta; Jerome (Dianne) Pacione and Justin (Laylani) Pacione; the dear son of the late Soledad (nee Dela Cruz) and the late Macario Pacione, Sr; cherished...

Monica Yardley

Monica Yardley

Jun 18, 2026

Monica Yardley, Age 65, passed unexpectedly on June 18 2026. Monica was the partner of Jim; she is survived by her daughters Pamela (Joseph), Grace (David), and son Marc; grandmother of CJ, Brandon, Dylan, Maddie, Kade, and Julian; she is survived by her 2 brothers Tom, Daniel, and sister Michelle.

All services will be private.

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