Obituaries

Chicago, Illinois Obituaries

James "Jim" J. Koestler

James "Jim" J. Koestler

Oct 18, 2026

James "Jim" J. Koestler, 85, of Park Ridge, passed away Sunday, October 18, 2026. 

A Memorial Visitation will be held Sunday, October 25, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., with a brief service at 12:00 p.m., interment to be held privately.

In lieu of flowers please consider a donation in his honor to the American Cancer Society.

For information, 847-823-5122.

Christopher Burgess

Christopher Burgess

Oct 16, 2026

Chris Burgess, loving son, brother, uncle, and partner, passed away at home on Friday, October 16, 2026.

A public visitation will be held Monday, October 26, 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Nelson Funeral Home, 820 Talcott Rd. Park Ridge, IL 60068. Interment to be held privately.

Chris and his twin brother, Kevin, were born on September 18, 1992 in Peoria, Illinois to...

Edward J. "Skip" Schwartz

Edward J. "Skip" Schwartz

Oct 16, 2026

Edward J. Schwartz “Skip”, 80, loving Husband of Debra; devoted Father of Melissa (Chris) Rufo and Kimberly (Russ) McGillivray; cherished Pata of Dylan, Gianni, Danielle, Dina, and Michael; beloved brother of Marsha (Robert) Kennedy; and treasured uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation will be held on Saturday, October 24, 2026 from 9:00 am – 10:00 am at Nelson Funeral Home,...

Michael R. Eaker

Michael R. Eaker

Oct 15, 2026

Michael R. Eaker, age 79, beloved husband of the late Dorothea “Dottie” Eaker; devoted and loving father of Michele Eaker, Michael (Lori) Eaker, and Debbie Eaker. Cherished Papa of Anthony, Kyle, Jenna (Kaleb), Deanna, Matthew, Maggie, Andrew, and Jillian; proud great-grandfather of Aubrey and Harper; dear brother of Carol Cox; fond uncle and cousin to many.

Michael was a dedicated father...

Terry Koter

Terry Koter

Oct 8, 2026

Terry Koter, 75, of Des Plaines, passed away on October 8, 2026, following a brief illness. A natural entertainer with a lifelong love of music and a big heart for the people he loved, Terry leaves behind a lifetime of memories, friendships, and music that will continue to live on.

Terry was a devoted father to his two girls, Kayley (Nick)...

Glen L. Argall

Glen L. Argall

Oct 6, 2026

Glen L. Argall of Park Ridge, beloved husband of the late Anna G. Argall, nee Gabriel; dear brother of Gerald Leslie (Michal Ann) Argall and the late Gordon Leland (the late Dolores Ann) Argall; brother-in-law of the late George and the late Eli (the late Margaret); loving uncle of many nieces and nephews. Memorial Visitation, Friday, October 23, 2026 at...

Michael P. "Buddy" Jummati

Michael P. "Buddy" Jummati

Oct 3, 2026

Michael Jummati, 92, passed away peacefully on October 3, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Mike was the loving husband of the late Donna J. Jummati, née Edwards; proud father of Jeanette Jummati; Michael “Larry” (Kim Jarosz) Jummati; Julianna Jummati; and Christina (Kevin) Kohl; and dear grandfather of Anthony (Katey) Pope, Yared Kohl, and Amanuel Kohl.

Known as “Buddy” to the family, Mike...

David T. Arena

David T. Arena

Oct 2, 2026

David Thomas Arena Esq., 58, passed away, surrounded by his loving wife and son, on October 2, 2026. David is a man whose larger-than-life personality could fill any room and warm any heart. Known for his infectious smile and enthusiasm and unshakeable love for his family, David lived life at full throttle, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, adventure, and...

Judith Ann Nalomski

Judith Ann Nalomski

Sep 26, 2026

Judith A. Nalomski, 80, beloved daughter of the late Elizabeth and the late William; devoted sister of Sharon Nalomski and the late Denis Nalen; cherished aunt of Christine Weber and Steven (Amy) Nalen; treasured great-aunt of Cole Weber, Charlotte Nalen, and Lucas Nalen.

Visitation will be on Friday, October 2, 2026 from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Nelson Funeral Home,...

Brian Edmund Long

Brian Edmund Long

Sep 26, 2026

Brian Edmund Long, 58, of Morton Grove, passed away on September 26, 2026.

Brian was the beloved husband of Shireen for 26 years and the adored father of Ethan, Nisha and Nayah. He was the cherished son of Robert and the late Rose; loving brother of Sandra and Tony; and dear uncle to Mira, Robbie, Amelia, Aiden and Aria. He was...

Lucyna "Lucy" Kulisiewicz

Lucyna "Lucy" Kulisiewicz

Sep 24, 2026

Lucyna "Lucy" Kulisiewicz, 72, passed away peacefully September 24, 2026.

Visitation Sunday, October 4, 4:00 to 9:00 p.m., with a prayer service at 6:00 p.m., Nelson Funeral Home, 820 Talcott Rd. Park Ridge, IL 60068.

For information, 847-823-5122.

Carol Ann Regner

Carol Ann Regner

Sep 20, 2026

Carol Ann Regner (nee Ewerts), age 80, of Park Ridge, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 20, 2026.

Born in Chicago, Illinois, on February 22, 1946, Carol Ann was the cherished daughter of the late Frieda (Goodyear) and Charles Ewerts. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend.

Carol Ann attended high school at Longwood Academy in Chicago before earning her...

Alexander T. Sampra

Alexander T. Sampra

Sep 19, 2026

Al Sampra, passed away September 19, 2026, at the age of 76. Beloved husband of 48 years to Monica; cherished father of Sara (Louie) Radic, Alexander (Erica) Sampra and Stephanie Sampra (Luis Canchola); proud grandfather of Anastasia, Marcus, Annabelle, Alexander and Antonio.

Al had an inquisitive mind and a lifelong love of learning. He was fascinated by the sciences, particularly chemistry,...

Eileen M. Norton

Eileen M. Norton

Sep 18, 2026

Eileen M. Norton, 103, beloved wife of the late Kenneth; devoted mother of Ellen (Andy) Norton, Mary (the late Joseph) Kapusnik, Margaret Norton, and Thomas (Carol) Norton; treasured sister of the late Mary Healy, the late Catherine Hoffman, the late Michael “Buddy” Munroe, and the late Martin Munroe; cherished grandmother and great-grandmother; and aunt to many loving nieces and nephews.

Visitation...

Frank E. Tejan Jr.

Frank E. Tejan Jr.

Sep 17, 2026

Frank E. Tejan Jr. passed away at the age of 87 on September 17th, 2026 after a long and interesting life filled with love, adventure, and service.

Frank was born on January 24, 1939 in Pittsburgh, PA. He was the eldest son of the late Frank E. Tejan and Betty Tejan (née Unger). He and his brother Richard spent their younger...

Walter J. Jarczyk Jr.

Walter J. Jarczyk Jr.

Sep 10, 2026

We regret to announce, Walter Joseph Jarczyk, Age 83 passed away peacefully on September 10,2026. He was born November 12, 1942 to Florence and Walter Jarczyk Sr. He was beloved husband to Barbara for 59 years. Honored and respected by his nieces and nephews.

He served in the Air Force and served Lincolnwood Illinois as a Police Officer. Walter lived a...

Jonathan H. Perez

Jonathan H. Perez

Sep 8, 2026

Jonathan Hector Perez, 44, of Chicago, passed away on September 8, 2026, surrounded by the love of his family.

Jonathan was the beloved son of Hector Perez and the late Daisy Iglesias-Perez, brother to Natalie Perez, and cherished grandson of Hilda Iglesias. He was also deeply loved by his cousins, many of whom were far more like brothers and sisters to...

Heather V. Moore

Heather V. Moore

Sep 8, 2026

Heather V. Moore. Loving wife of Michael Moore. Devoted mother of Ryan and Madeline Moore. Cherished daughter of Robert (Judy) Hamby. Dear sister of Jeff Hamby. Loving sister-in-law of Katie (Bruno), Brian (Kelly) and Mary (Matt). Treasured aunt of Matteo, Juliana, Brendan, Colin, Nolan, Audrey, Matthew, and Gavin.

A celebration of life will be held in Heather’s honor at a later...

Florinda Coronado

Florinda Coronado

Aug 31, 2026

Florinda “Flo” Coronado, 96, of Chicago, passed away peacefully on August 31, 2026, after a long life marked by generosity, independence, faith and a wonderfully dry sense of humor.

Born in Texas on January 31, 1930, Flo was one of seven children and the twin sister of the late Francisco “Frank” Coronado. She was always proud to be a Texan, even...

Peter L. Richards

Peter L. Richards

Aug 18, 2026

Peter “Pete” Lloyd Richards, 81, passed away peacefully on August 18, 2026. 

Born on October 19, 1944, Pete grew up in Chicago, Illinois in the Logan Square neighborhood followed by a move to Rosemont, Illinois in his teenage years. He would eventually make his way out to Mount Prospect, Illinois to raise his family. He was the beloved son of the...

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