Obituaries

Oct 23, 2022

Nichole DePew was born March 5th, 1979 and passed away October 23rd, 2022.  She was preceded in death by her mother, Lauri Gruber, father, Norman DePew, brothers, Stephan DePew and Adam Gruber, grandfather  Chalmer Farley and grandmother, Lenore Stevens. Nikki is survived by her beloved grandmother,  Doris Farley, sister, Natalie Gruber, stepfather, Rick Gruber, stepmother, Helen DePew, her fiance, Vernell...

Oct 22, 2022

Beloved husband of 57 years to Diane Piotrowski (Bessert).Loving father of son Michael Piotrowski and daughter Laurel Mehl (Piotrowski).Proud grandfather of Megan Shanafelt (Mehl) and Paige Piotrowski. Brother of Rosanne Toberman and Jerry Piotrowski.Uncle of Brian and Erica.Richard was preceded in death by his father Henry A. Piotrowski, his mother Ardis I. (Christensen), and sister Irene Rodgers (Piotrowski).

Richard was a...

Oct 21, 2022

Patricia (Patti) Olivia Gurnicz (nee Griffin) 95 1/2.

Beloved wife of the late Eugene H. Gurnicz for over 60 years.Loving mother to Christine (Dennis) Moran, Mark E. Gurnicz, Claudia Gurnicz, Carl Gurnicz, David Gurnicz, Marian Gurnicz,  and Laura G. (Patrick) McPartland. Adored Gramma to 11 and Great Gramma/Grammy to 17.

Family was Patti's number one priority along with her...

Oct 20, 2022

Diane Riesterer, nee Damato, passed away on October 20, 2022, at the age of 87.Loving wife of the late Robert Riesterer.

Beloved daughter of the late Frank and the late Louise Damato.

Devoted mother to Michael (Janet), Kenneth (Tina), Sharon (Bob Meyer), and the late Richard.

Dear sister of the late Jeanette Magistrelli (the late Ray), the late Nick...

Oct 19, 2022

Loving husband to Florence Kodrick.

Beloved son of Frank Kodrick.

Fond brother-in-law to Linda (Mat) Martarano and Barbara (Peter) Sciame.

Loving cat dad to Taz and Scripy.

Richard was a huge Chicago Bears fan. He loved talking to his neighbors over the fence.

Loved going to the movie theaters with Florence. Every time Richard could feed the squirrels or birds...

Oct 17, 2022

Beloved wife of the late Richard J. Krauss, Sr.Loving mother of Richard, Jr. (Becky), Linda, and Susan.Grandmother of Jamie (Ivana), Jaclyn (Ron), Sara (Jeff), and Jessica.Great grandmother of Amy, Mia, Zoey, Ava, and Jameson.Pat was known by all as a sweet, kind, and caring woman and she will always be remembered as such.She is now together with our Father and...

Oct 15, 2022

Beloved wife of the late George. Loving mother of the late Judith (Phillip) Bohn, Barbara (James) Valentino, Patricia, and Kathleen (Timothy) Graham. Devoted daughter of the late Ruth and Frank. Dearest sister of the late Richard (Nina) and Robert (Judith).  Cherished Grandmother of Julie (Donald) La Monica, Michael (Kelly) Bohn, Kristyn (Joseph) Hauser, James (Ashley) Valentino, Patrick (Jessica) Graham, Brian...

Oct 14, 2022

Arlene N. Capron.

Loving wife of the late Peter D. Capron

Beloved daughter of the late Tito J. and Ruth H. Bergonzini (nee Urban).

Devoted mother to Denise N. (Scott) Bors, Laurel J. Chybicki, Sharon R. (Kenneth) Esler, and James (Marcia) Day.

Cherished grandmother Carolyn N. (Bill) Sadjak, Bob Bors, David R. (Taylor) Chybicki, Kristin M. (David) Hughes, Steven R....

Oct 14, 2022

Annamaria Fiore-Vargas, a Franklin Park resident who was born on July 10, 1951, in Naples Italy, was suddenly taken from us by the grace of God on October 14, 2022, at the age of 71. She was the wife of 41 years to her love, Manuel Vargas. Loving daughter of Grazia Fiore and Ciro Fiore.Devoted mother to Lisa Sandoval, Lori...

Oct 12, 2022

Esther H. Barr, born Nov. 7, 1927 to Alexander & Margaret Hogarth, caring wife, mother, and sister, Esther passed away peacefully on Oct. 12, 2022.

Esther was born in Edinburgh, Scotland, married John (Jock) Y. Barr, and together they immigrated to North America in the 50’s.

Preceded in death by her husband John (Jock) Y. Barr and her son Craig H. Barr. She is survived...

Oct 12, 2022

Beloved husband of the late Mercia V. Fiore.Loving father of Gigi Fiore, Debbie (Jim Coconate) Fiore, and Michele Fiore. Proud grandfather of Mandee Gabriel (Jon Beushausen), David Coconate, Dan Coconate, and Hana Holman.Great grandfather of Penelope Beushausen and Charley Beushausen.Dear brother of the late Jack (Evelyn) DeFiore, the late Lucille (the late Bill) White, and the late Bernice Fiore. Much...

Oct 11, 2022

Oct 5, 2022

Charles L. Schalkowski

Beloved husband of the late Denise.

Loving father of Elizabeth (Richard) Cesario, Jennifer (Jeffrey, Sr.) Nykaza, and Charles L. Schalkowski, Jr.

Cherished grandfather of Ariana (Eric) Rudzinski, Jeffrey (Chanel) Nykaza, Jr., Allison Cesario, Jonathan Cesario, Mikayla Nykaza, and Nathan Nykaza.

Dear brother of the late Joyce (the late Nick) Zambetta, the late Loretta (the late Herbert) Ogalla,...

Oct 3, 2022

Andrew Giglio passed away on October 3, 2022, at the age of 87. He was preceded in death by his sister Rose Kopeny. He will be loved and remembered by his family, including nieces Donna Bartelli and Karen Burnette.Andrew worked many years as a systems programmer and always enjoyed learning new things and problem solving. He was wonderful at teaching...

Oct 3, 2022

Rose R. Janas (née Gillcrist), 71, of Franklin Park, passed away surrounded by her loving family on October 3, 2022. She was born in Boston on May 8, 1951, to parents William A. Gillcrist and Tefta Athanas.Rose grew up in Chicago near Hanson Park, graduated from Foreman High School in 1969 and then obtained a bachelor's degree in psychology from...

Oct 2, 2022

Bruce A. Winnick, 72, long time resident of River Grove, passed away on Sunday, October 2, 2022.

Bruce was the beloved husband of Grace Lynn (nee Pasieta) for over 51 years.He was the loving father of Frank (Jennifer), Danita (William) Schaal, and Ryan.Devoted Papa to Reagan Schaal and Dean Winnick.Best friend to his loyal dog, Tony.Dear brother of Gail (the...

Sep 30, 2022

Beloved husband of Sonia. Adored son of Genoveva and the late Jose.

Loving father Damig (Heather) and Gabriel. Cherished grandfather of Aubrey and Levi.

Dear brother of Jose, the late Tony (Barbara), the late Eddie (the late Amy), Evelyn (Angel) Calderon, Carlos and Carmen (Sam). Uncle and great uncle to many.

Robert was a talented painter, loved...

Sep 26, 2022

Loving husband of the late Sharon.Son of the late Len and Mickey Rozak.Devoted father to Nadyne (Eric) Michalik, Renee (Rick) Kohler.Cherished grandfather to Allison, Ethan, Addison, and Ricky.Dear brother of the late Terri Stinespring, his twin sister, the late Jan Raysby, the late Lenny Rozak, and Barbara Siemers.Fond uncle and friend to many.John served in the U.S. Army and was...

Sep 23, 2022

 

   Betty J. Strand      1929 - 2022   Betty J. Strand, 93, passed away in her home on Sept. 23, 2022.   Betty was the cherished daughter of Ivar and Susan. Loving sister of James (Marlene) who preceded her in passing. Beloved wife of Raymond J. Strand who preceded her in passing  Caring mother of Eric J. (Kathy)...

Sep 23, 2022

 

Henryk CepielSeptember 1948 – September 2022River Grove, ILHenryk Cepiel, passed away on September 23, 2022, at the age of 74. Loving husband to Ula of 49 years, devoted father to two sons, Slawek (Mila) and David (Teresa), and a treasured grandfather of the late Daniel.Henryk was a sweet caring soul, always showing his warmth and concern for the well-being...