Frank Orlandino

Frank Orlandino

2024

Frank (Butch) Orlandino passed away unexpectedly, with his loyal companion, Lady, by his side.

A proud Union Pipefitter with Local 597, Frank worked from 1966 until his retirement in 2008. Over his distinguished career, he advanced from apprentice to journeyman, ultimately becoming a foreman for the last 10 years. He was highly respected as a skilled leader who mentored many apprentices...

Marlene O'Brien

Marlene O'Brien

Jan 18, 2025

Marlene O'Brien

Beloved wife of John O'Brien.

Dear mother of Johnny, Michael, and the late Matthew O'Brien.

Loving sister of Ronald (Gerri), and the late Roger. Aunt of many.

Sister in law of Kathleen (Austin) Isom.

Cherished aunt of of Josh, Nick, Scotty, Savana, Liam and Abriella.

Visitation Wednesday, January 22, 2025 beginning at 4:00 pm until 8:00 pm at Sax-Tiedemann Funeral Home, 9568 Belmont Ave.,...

Thomas P. Moran

Thomas P. Moran

Jan 16, 2025

Thomas P. Moran

Dear father of Carly Gibson. Loving brother of Gail Moran, and Kathy Moran. Cherished uncle of Max, Corey, Audrey and Winona.

Grandfather of Sean, Madison, and Peyton.

A private service was held with his family.

Richard E. Stasack

Richard E. Stasack

Jan 16, 2025

Richard “Rich” Stasack, 84, passed away January 16th, 2025. Rich was born March 8th, 1940 to his parents Clarence and Edna Stasack. Well loved as an only child and with a penchant for mischief he carried with him his whole life, Rich grew up in the suburbs of Chicago, starting in Oak Park before moving to River Grove. He met...

Vincent SanFilippo

Vincent SanFilippo

Jan 16, 2025

Loving husband of Michele SanFilippo.

Devoted father of Vincent (Lynn) and Anthony (Amber).

Dear brother of Tom SanFilippo.

His family was his best interest. Vincent loved his sons' music, a nice beach, dogs, traveling, cruises, and his TV shows.

Gerald Francis Scarmardo

Gerald Francis Scarmardo

Jan 4, 2025

Gerald (Jerry) Scarmardo passed away on Saturday, January 4, 2025.

Loving husband to Dawn (Sucharski) Scarmardo. Beloved father of Earl, Eric, and Randi. Cherished grandfather of Erika (Matt) Seymour, Colton, Amara Kranz, Cooper, and Charlotte. Treasured great grandfather of Noah, Emma, and Eileen.

Jerry will be remembered for his love of cars, his ability to fix and build anything and his loyalty and dedication to...

Steven Neuwirth

Steven Neuwirth

Jan 3, 2025

Steve Neuwirth passed away unexpectedly on January 3, 2025.

Steve was a proud Electrical Engineer for the Dietrich Company and formed many lifelong friends in the several years that he worked there. He served in the Army from 1973 to 1977 as a Mechanic at Fort Leonard Wood Missouri or "Fort Lost in the Woods" is what he called it. 

An avid motorcycle...

Janice Green

Janice Green

Dec 21, 2024

Janice Marie Green

Beloved wife of the late Walter Lee Green. Loving mother of Walter Green Jr (Kaylynn Akers), Kimberly (Eric Shuck), and Shannon McClanahan. Cherished grandmother of James (Anna), Johnathan, Jerry, Josephine, Jinger, and Justice McClanahan; Jasper, Triton, Torrance, Trevor and Tobias Johnson; Brooklynn, Grayson and Walter Green the third. Great grandmother of Cameron, Jonas and Jace Vance. Dear Sister of Richard Pranczke.

Visitation Tuesday,...

James H. Walkowiak

James H. Walkowiak

Dec 18, 2024

It is with heavy hearts and profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father, James Harry Walkowiak, 91, who departed this world peacefully on Wednesday, December 18, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Jim was a devoted husband to Gloria for 61 years; loving father; "Papa Boat" grandfather; and great-grandfather. He served in the US Army and was an...

Domingo Cavazos

Domingo Cavazos

Dec 17, 2024

Domingo Cavazos, Sr.

Beloved husband of the late Maria Cavazos.Loving father of Domingo, Jr. (Blanca), Daniel, and Diana (Joel) Woloszyk.Proud grandfather of Erika (Eric) Welch, Christopher (Meghan), Rachel Cavazos, Dante Arzola, Lucas (Arzola), Alex Woloszyk, Adrian Woloszyk.Great grandfather of Adam, Rebecca, Vivian, Teddie, and Chloe.DDear brother of Bellen (Joe), Irene (Mike), Anita (Dennis), the late Ramona (the late Luciano), Alice (Albert,...

Tanya Lynn Johnson nee Bellew

Tanya Lynn Johnson nee Bellew

Dec 7, 2024

Tanya Johnson passed away suddenly on December 7, 2024, at the age of 44.She was born on November 2, 1980, in Melrose Park, IL.

Tanya graduated from East Leyden High School in Franklin Park, IL.

She had a love for the beach, country music, concerts, travel, and making memories with her son Jeremy.

Tanya is preceded in death by her parents Rose and...

Remembrance Service of 2024

Remembrance Service of 2024

Dec 7, 2024

~ Holiday Remembrance Service ~

In the spirit of the giving season, we here at Sax-Tiedemann Funeral Home & Crematorium invite you to a Holiday Remembrance Service to commemorate the memory of your loved one.This service allows families to come together, not only for sharing and support, but also for an opportunity to act on the memories that can make the holiday...

Mary Chavers

Mary Chavers

Dec 1, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Mary Chavers, 82, announces her passing on December 1, 2024.

Mary was preceded in death by her parents, Walon and M.A. Chavers, brother, Billy Chavers, and son-in-law Robert "Scoop" Ramirez.

Her legacy continues through her children: Michael Grelck, Robert (Lily) Grelck, Deborah (Joseph) Koenig, and Donna Ramirez. She also leaves behind nine grandchildren: Lauren...

George Dettloff

George Dettloff

Nov 30, 2024

George E. Dettloff 96 passed away peacefully with pup “Buddy” on November 30, 2024.

George was born in Franklin Park, Illinois to Edward and Alice Dettloff. He attended grade school and graduated from Franklin Park High School. After high school George enlisted in the Army and is a veteran of WWII where he was stationed in Germany and Japan.

After his military...

Mario Pereda

Mario Pereda

Nov 27, 2024

Beloved husband of the late Maria. Loving father of Xochitl (Juan) Guillen, Harelda (Guillermo) Manazanares, Mario (Josefina), Roel (The Late Marisela), Yudi (Javier) Gomez.Grandfather and great grandfather of many.

Visitation Monday December 2, 2024, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm at Sax-Tiedemann Funeral Home. Mass service at 7:00pm.

Gloria M. Cicero

Gloria M. Cicero

Nov 25, 2024

Gloria M. Cicero, 92, of Schiller Park, passed away on Monday November 25, 2024, at her home surrounded by family. She will be missed by her daughter, Karen Koch nee Cicero, son-in-law Brian Koch, son, Robert Cicero, sister Sara Huro, and many nieces and nephews. 

Memorial service will be held on Saturday December 7, 2024 from 9:00 A.M. to 10:45 A.M....

Thomas Castle

Thomas Castle

Nov 25, 2024

Thomas Anthony Castle “Tom” passed away on November 25, 2024, surrounded by his siblings. Tom was born on October 11, 1968, to his parents John and Carol (Miller) Castle.

Tom is survived by his siblings Debi (Jim) Prelaske, Evelyn (Larry) Dauphin, Susan White, Leonard Castle, and Carol Ann (Dan) Morgan.Tom was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Jack, and brother-in-law...

Donald G. Tirlich

Donald G. Tirlich

Nov 23, 2024

Loving father of Crystal (Nick) Zeppetello, and Samantha (Hilary) Tirlich.Proud grandfather of Isla Rose.Dear brother of Carol (Mike) Feltgen and Diana (Bob) Divis.  Uncle of many.

Visitation Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 3:00pm to 9:00pm.Funeral Service Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 7:30 pm at Sax-Tiedemann Funeral Home, 9568 Belmont Ave., Franklin Park.

Jack Eric Larsen

Jack Eric Larsen

Nov 21, 2024

Cherished son of Jackie and Eric Larsen.Loving grandson of Kathy (the late Fred) Neuman and Charles (Maureen) Larsen.Beloved nephew of Marcy (Jim) Wade, Cindy Neuman, Freddy, III (Samantha), and Colleen (Robert) Felsch.Dear cousin of Jimmy, Daniel, Lydia, Michael, Scarlett, Ashley, Kristin, and Forrest.

Jack was a member of Next Level Travel Baseball and Tier 1 Elite Baseball.He was a pitcher, third...