Obituaries

Chicago, Illinois Obituaries

Seth R. Dochterman

Seth R. Dochterman

Dec 7, 2025

Seth Dochterman, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away December 7, 2025. He now reunites with his late and beloved wife, Lucille, with whom he shared a lifetime of partnership, laughter, and unwavering devotion.

Seth is survived by his son Bob Dochterman and daughter-in-law Kendra, along with their children Logan and Olivia, who brought...

Noreen P. Campbell

Noreen P. Campbell

Dec 6, 2025

Noreen P. Campbell (née Gibbons), 89, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025. Noreen was the loving wife of  the late James Campbell for over 60 years.  Noreen was the amazing mother of seven children, Eileen (Joseph) Altenhoff, Dan (Anne), Bill, Tom (deceased), Sue (Rick) Kadowaki, Patrick (Bernadette), and Tim (Sue).

She was a proud and loving...

Dino Dzapo

Dino Dzapo

Nov 30, 2025

Dino Dzapo, 35, of Chicago's Wicker Park neighborhood, formerly of Cedar Falls, Iowa; tragically and unexpectedly passed away on November 30, 2025. Beloved son of Salko and Jasmina; adored brother of Vildana; dear nephew of Jasmin, Edina, Elvedin, Hajra, Elvedina and Sanela and cherished friend to many. Dino was a longtime truck driver.

A visitation will be...

Robert M. Patterson

Robert M. Patterson

Nov 28, 2025

Robert M. Paterson, 95, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 28, 2025. He was born on December 3, 1929 in Chicago. Robert grew up in Chicago and graduated from Roosevelt High School, he then attended and graduated from Northwestern University. On August 29, 1953 Robert "Bob" married Yvonne.

His faith was very much the...

Valsamo D. Tselentis

Valsamo D. Tselentis

Nov 26, 2025

Valsamo D. Tselentis, 81, loving wife of the late Nikolaos; devoted mother of Ktisifon (Anna) and the late Helen (Corey Crain); cherished yiayia of Zoe Crain; treasured sister of the late George Papadimitriou, the late Diane (Efthymios) Liakopoulos, the late Haralambos (Demetria) Papadimitriou; cherished sister-in-law of Aphrodite Papadimitriou; and devoted daughter of the late Demetrios and the late Aspasia...

Irene Helen Kaminski

Irene Helen Kaminski

Nov 25, 2025

Irene Helen Kaminski (née Zawistowski) passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion. She was the devoted wife of the late John Stanley Kaminski, with whom she shared a lifetime of partnership and enduring commitment.

Irene was the cherished mother of Barbara Jean Monaco (née Kaminski) and the late Robert John Kaminski (Kathleen...

Chris G. Athanasopoulos

Chris G. Athanasopoulos

Nov 22, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Chris Athanasopoulos, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and godfather, who died peacefully at the age of 84 on Saturday, November 22, 2025.

Chris Athanasopoulos was born on April 20, 1941 in Patras, Greece to George and Anastacia Athanasopoulos. Chris often talked of how difficult his...

Frank Verdino

Frank Verdino

Nov 21, 2025

Frank Verdino, 75, of Chicago's Portage Park passed away on November 21, 2025.

Beloved husband of Catherine for 54 years. Loving father of Tammy Verdino and Steven (Angela) Verdino. Grandfather of Mike, Nick, Noelle and Gabriella. Great grandfather of Arlo, Millie and Thea. Dear brother of John. Fond uncle and friend to many.

Frank was...

Isabel C. Hughes

Isabel C. Hughes

Nov 20, 2025

Isabel "Bunny" Catherine Hughes, 73, of Park Ridge passed away peacefully with family by her side on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Loving wife to Charles for 51 years; adoring mother to Carl Hughes (Cayenne Claassen-Luttner) and John (Mandy) Hughes; proud grandma to Ellie, Cyrus, and Zenia; fond sister to Jack Husted; aunt to many; dear friend to all.

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Athanasios 'Tom' Yfantis

Athanasios 'Tom' Yfantis

Nov 19, 2025

Athanasios "Tom" Yfantis, beloved husband to Diane (nee Rempas). Immensely proud father to Steven (Carolyn Robinson), Theo (Megan Kollmeyer) and Zach. Adoring grandfather to Troy and Niko. Loving brother to Gus Yfantis (Olympia Papayannacos). Son to Maria and the late Stavros Yfantis. He was loved by his nieces and nephews; Mario, Gia, George, Elena, Penelope, Olivia, Sofia, Theodore and...

Donald Joseph Vath

Donald Joseph Vath

Nov 17, 2025

Donald Joseph Vath, born July 28, 1932, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025, at the age of 93, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Doris; devoted father of David, Dennis (Lisa), and Donald Vath; and the cherished grandfather of Eric and Andrew Vath. Donald was also the dear brother of the late Louise...

Ed Smith

Ed Smith

Nov 8, 2025

Edward F. Smith, age 94, passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 8, 2025. Loving husband of Mary Alice. Preceded in death by his siblings, Mary Ann Reding, William Smith, Patricia Woods, James Smith and Elizabeth Sullivan. Cherished father of Maureen (Rod) Allen, Kathy (Keith) Brenner, Edward (Barb) Smith and the late Carol Smith. Beloved "Papa" of Christopher...

Barbara C. Nosko

Barbara C. Nosko

Oct 29, 2025

Barbara C. Nosko, 71, loving wife of 44 years of Daniel; cherished mother of Christin (Ed Martinez) Nosko and Peter Nosko; devoted sister of Gail (Keith) Forsan, and kind friend and neighbor to many.

Visitation will be held on Friday, November 7, 2025 at Nelson Funeral Home, 820 W. Talcott Ave., Park Ridge, IL from 4:00 p.m....

Marilyn D. Rad

Marilyn D. Rad

Oct 28, 2025

Marilyn D. Rad, 64, cherished daughter of the late Lorraine and the late Norbert Rad; treasured sister of Linda Oakleaf and Jane Rad; devoted aunt of Steven Oakleaf; and beloved friend to many,  many loving and dedicated friends.

Marilyn was a warm and adventurous spirit who found joy in exploring the world around her. She loved to...

Nancy B. Stahlberg

Nancy B. Stahlberg

Oct 20, 2025

Nancy B. Stahlberg, age 90, of Park Ridge, passed away peacefully on Monday, October 20, 2025. She now joins her beloved husband, Arthur, in eternal rest.

Nancy was a devoted mother to her daughters, Heidi Simnick and Michelle (Sean) Russell, and a proud and loving grandmother to Carmen Stahlberg, Richard Simnick, Madeline and Molly Russell. She found...

Maria Renée Foszcz

Maria Renée Foszcz

Oct 9, 2025

Maria Renée Foszcz of Chicago, Illinois passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday, October 9, 2025.

Maria was born on December 22, 1958, in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of Roman and Alice (nee Setlak) Foszcz. She is survived by her sister Kathleen (Kathie) Foszcz of Glenview, her brother Martin of Chicago, and her aunt Gloria Halse...

Clifford O. Briles

Clifford O. Briles

Oct 7, 2025

Clifford O. Briles, 85, passed away on October 7, 2025. Clifford was a Navy veteran, fisherman, athlete, coach. Beloved father of Erin (Chris), Cara (Jeff) and the late Douglas (AImee); proud grandfather of Emma, Hannah, Kirsten, Rachel, Claire and Tyler; great grandfather of Benjamin; dear brother of the late Charles (Nancy) and the late Carol; devoted son of the...

Alexander Keith Mcdowell

Alexander Keith Mcdowell

Oct 3, 2025

Alexander Keith McDowell, beloved husband of Deanna; loving father of Eileen (Jason) Aldrin, Tom (Annie) McDowell and Kate (Bob) Hannigan; proud grandfather of Grace, Rosie, Alex, John, Sam and the late May; dear brother of Lucy (Bill) Murphy, Lyle (Rob) Connor and the late Abby McDowell (the late Hulby Koppelmann); loved by many nieces, nephews and their families.

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Faustino P. Mallare

Faustino P. Mallare

Oct 2, 2025

Faustino P. Mallare, 82, loving husband of Arceli; devoted father of Alden (Nancy) Mallare; cherished brother, uncle and cousin.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, October, 8, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Chapel service will begin at 12 p.m. with interment to follow.

Arcangel D. Matienzo

Arcangel D. Matienzo

Sep 24, 2025

In Loving Memory of Arcangel D. Matienzo A Husband, a Papa, a Lolo, and most of all—a comedian.

Arcangel "Angel" D. Matienzo passed away peacefully on September 24th, 2025 surrounded by the love and warmth of his family. As stories, laughter, and memories filled the room, he was gently ushered into rest in...

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