Albert Fabbri

Albert Fabbri

Mar 7, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Father, Papa, Grandfather, Great Grandfather, and Great Great Grandfather (Papa) Albert Fabbri. Loving husband of the late Hazel, (née Burchard). Proud father to the late Janice Romano, the late Mark Fabbri (Delores), Leigh Fabbri (Cindy), the late Jon Fabbri (Janet) and Brian Fabbri. Beloved Grandfather to John...

Donald C. Krueger

Donald C. Krueger

Mar 7, 2025

Donald Carl Krueger, (89) of Schaumburg, IL. passed away Friday March 7, 2025. Born in Chicago, IL. on July 21, 1935, to the late Carl and Lydia (nee Radatz). Beloved husband of the late Carol. Loving Father of Laurie (Bob) Harvey, David (Linda) Krueger and Kenneth Krueger. Cherished grandfather of Tracy (Alex) Venuti, James (Jennifer) Harvey, Daniel Krueger and Michael Harvey. Great grandfather (Grandpa Don)...

Virginia Kreterfield

Virginia Kreterfield

Mar 2, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of our amazing mother and grandmother, Virginia Kreterfield (née Colan (Colantonio) loving wife of the late Lawrence Kreterfield. Born on December 6, 1936 to the late John and Emma Colan (Colantonio). 

Virg (aka Ginny) and Larry were high school sweethearts and neighbors who married in 1955. She was a creative soul...

Harold Elwardt

Harold Elwardt

Mar 2, 2025

Harold Paul Elwardt, (89) Melrose Park, IL , passed away on March 2nd, 2025. Born in Chicago on May 11th, 1935, to the late Astrid Viktoria, and Paul Hermon Elwardt. Beloved husband of 68 years to Charline House Elwardt. Loving father of Cathy Lutzke (Rick), Diane Bosman, deceased (Tom), Patti Van Dorn (Ted), Carole Schwichtenberg (Jim), Charleen Glennon (Randy), Beth...

Ronald Figurski

Ronald Figurski

Feb 26, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Ronald Figurski, who left us on February 26, 2025, at the age of 64. Known for his sharp sense of humor and strong-willed nature, Ron could always be counted on for a laugh, even in the most unexpected moments. Ron was a lifelong fan of the Chicago Cubs and Chicago Bears....

Roel Pereda

Roel Pereda

Feb 26, 2025

Amado esposo de la fallecida Marisela. Querido padre de Lesly (Anthony), Anay, Jarilys y Amy Pereda. Abuelito de Valeria Huerta.

Hijo del fallecido J. Mario Pereda y la fallecida Maria A. Pereda. Hermano de Xochitl (Juan) Guillén, Harelda (Guillermo) Manzanarez, Mario (Josefina) Pereda y Yudi (Javier) Gomez.

“Papá ya te extrañamos. Aunque el tiempo pase, el amor y los recuerdos tuyos nos...

Betty Jean Ely

Betty Jean Ely

Feb 25, 2025

Betty Stines, born on June 16, 1939, in Berry, Alabama, to Willis and Sibbie Stines, passed

away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones. A devoted mother, grandmother, great-

grandmother, sister, and friend, Betty lived a life filled with love, service, and dedication to her

family and community.

In her early years, Betty moved to Chicago, where she worked in various roles, including in

factories and as...

Frank Merkendorfer

Frank Merkendorfer

Feb 19, 2025

Frank R Merkendorfer, 91 of Schiller Park, was born on December 21, 1933, passed

away peacefully in his home in the presence of his family on Wednesday, February 19,

2025. Preceded in death by his parents and his sisters Ethel and Irene, his son Mark,

and his beloved wife Shirley. He is survived by his children, Frank (Carrie)

Merkendorfer, Kurt (Sandy) Merkendorfer, Tracy (Steve)...

Harold Johannesen

Harold Johannesen

Feb 18, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Harold Leroy Johannesen Jr. on February 18, 2025, at the age of 84. Harold was born on September 2nd, 1940 in Chicago, IL to Harold and Ila (Clary) Johannesen.



Harold met the love of his life and beloved wife, Jean (Otowski) Johannesen in high school. They were married in 1960...

Adeline Damico

Adeline Damico

Feb 17, 2025

Beloved Daughter, Mother, Grandmother, and Friend.

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Adeline Damico, a cherished daughter, mother, grandmother, and friend, who left us on Monday, February 17th, 2025. Adeline was the loving mother of three daughters: Kristen (Howard) Shinagawa, Nicole Irsuto, and Deanna (Casey) Ryan, and the proud grandmother of her beloved granddaughter, Abby Shinagawa. Adeline was...

Donald Smedberg

Donald Smedberg

Feb 16, 2025

Donald F. Smedberg, 82, of Northlake, IL, born May 26, 1942, passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, February 16, 2025. He is preceded in death by his parents William and Christine, his siblings Ruth, Rolfe (Alice), and William C. (Joan), and his great niece Zoe Patterson. He is survived by his siblings Karl (Wendy), Steven (Josie) and Irene Martin; his...

Donna Burke

Donna Burke

Feb 12, 2025

Much loved daughter of the late Donald MacKenzie, Sr. and the late Kathleen (Fealy) MacKenzie.Adoring sister of the late Donald MacKenzie, Jr.

Devoted wife of Charles “Chuck” Burke for just 3 months shy of 68 years.Loving mother of Kelly (Jim) Michie, Tammi (Stephen) Dawson, Dawn (Kurt) Irelan, the late Kerry Burke, the late Shannon Burke, and Erin (Jerry Reed) Burke.

Cherished grandmother,...

Erna Weigt

Erna Weigt

Feb 9, 2025

Erna Weigt

September 8, 1920 – February 9, 2025

Franklin Park

Erna Weigt, 104 years young.Beloved wife of the late Hans Weigt for 67 wonderful years.Loving mother of John (Joanne) Weigt, Nancy (the late Rick) Wayton, Jim (Diane Nardini) Weigt and Jeff (Karen) Weigt. Dear grandmother of Justin Weigt, Jordan (Jenna) Weigt, Brian (Lorelie) Wayton, Eric (Shari) Wayton, Valerie (Jason) Heiss, Lauren (Michael Cawley) Weigt, Jeremiah...

Anthony T. Powyszynski

Anthony T. Powyszynski

Feb 6, 2025

Beloved son of Theresa and the late Casey Powyszynski. Dear brother of Joseph and Anne (Brian) Brock.Loving grandson of Casey and Anna Powyszynski and Jean Konieczny.  Uncle to Casey Brock. Godfather to Lexi Olcikas. Nephew of the late Helen (Bob) Niemotka and the late Michael (Eileen) Powyszynski. Cousin, great cousin, and friend of many. 

Tony loved working on cars and vegetable gardens. 

Visitation ~ Friday February...

Stanley M. Rozkocha Jr.

Stanley M. Rozkocha Jr.

Feb 3, 2025

Beloved son of the late Stanley M. Rozkocha Sr. and the late Judy Rozkocha. Loving grandson of Irena and the late Konstanty Rozkocha, the late Mildred and the late Eugene Vinyard. Dearest nephew of Grace and the late Boguslaw Walczak, Martha Czajkowski, the late Leslie and the late Bobby Williams, Betty and Pat Czaplewski, the late Martha and the late Gene Smith,...

Leo Penna

Leo Penna

Feb 1, 2025

Beloved son of the late Thelma and the late "Poncho" Francis.Cherished husband of Alice (nee Kohlbeck) Kougias-Penna.Dear former spouse of Maureen (nee Dunlevy) Penna.Loving father of Sheila (Glen), Carla (Doug), and Nicole (Stan).Adored brother of Alice (Jay) Russ, Linda (Gary) Olson, and Jimmy (Cheryl) Penna.Treasured stepfather of Chris (Stephanie) Kougias and Adrienne Kougias.Doting grandfather of Ty (Jessica) Sparks, Kaylee Sparks,...

Chris Benesch

Chris Benesch

Jan 28, 2025

Chris Benesch, age 72, of Franklin Park, passed away Tuesday, January 29, 2025.

Chris was the beloved husband of Ilda (Diaz) Benesch for 47 years, beloved father of Natalie Ann (Michael) Yorty, stepfather of Joseph David Minyard, and proud grandfather of Mitchell, Isabella, and Olivia Yorty.

Chris is also survived by brothers Arthur and John (Patti) Benesch, sister Denise Benesch, uncle Harry...

Therese Blaha

Therese Blaha

Jan 25, 2025

Therese Blaha (nee Kazmierczak), 87, of Leyden Township, passed away on January 25, 2025.She was the loving wife of the late Raymond F. Blaha.Daughter of the late Aloysius and Helen KazmierczakTreasured sister of Christine (the late Ken) Neighbors, and the late Betty Kazmierczak.Beloved mother of Thomas (Mary Ellen), Julie (the late Robert) Habel, and the late Michael.Dear grandmother of Robert,...

Marlene O'Brien

Marlene O'Brien

Jan 18, 2025

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. Sister-in-law of Kathleen (Austin) Isom.Cherished aunt of Josh, Nick, Scotty, Savana, Liam, and Abriella.

Visitation: Wednesday, January 22, 2025, 4:00pm-8:00pm, at Sax-Tiedemann Funeral Home, 9568 Belmont Ave., Franklin Park, IL, 60131. Funeral: Thursday, January 23, 2025, 9:30am prayers at the funeral...

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.