Allen J. Peterson
Jul 27, 2026
Allen J. Peterson
December 28, 1975 – July 27, 2026
Allen J. Peterson, age 50, passed away peacefully at his home on July 27, 2026. Allen lived life strictly on his own terms. Throughout his life, and especially in his courageous battle against cancer, he fought like a true warrior—facing every challenge head-on, never backing down, and constantly redefining what was possible....
William H. Berger II
Jul 26, 2026
William H. Berger II, Beloved husband of the late Harriett “Jan” Berger. Loving father of Sharon (Clement) Weborg and William (Caroline) Berger. Devoted grandfather of Adam, Cody, Shelby, Nicholas, Samantha and great grandfather of Amanii, Nicko, Ajai, Ava, Knox and Isabella. Dear brother of Maria (the late Peter) Seibert and the late Robert Barthelme. Fond uncle of many nieces and...
Frances P. Jordan
Jul 23, 2026
Frances P. Jordan, nee McIntyre, passed away July 23, 2026 at the age of 89; beloved wife of the late Randall W. Jordan; dearest mother of Barbara (Chris) Kapolnek and the late Loretta (Scott) Fullman; loving grandmother of Stacey Richer, Mark Fullman (Alyssa Boente), Jimmy Kapolnek and Celine Kapolnek; great-grandmother of Liam, Ryleigh, and Wynne; dear sister of Patsy (the...
Jo Ann Thunder
Jul 15, 2026
Jo Ann Thunder, age 70. Born August 7,1955. Passed away July 15,2026.
Loving daughter of the late Gloria Skerbinek and Peter Nechipor. She lived in Chicago her whole life.
Loving mother of Walker “Petie” Thunder. Cherished sister of Valerie (the late Rex) Smith, Karen (Adolph) Rivas, Peter (Sandra) Nechipor, Joyce (the late William) Chaparro. Donna (Tom) Kopshinsky, Debra (the late Bruno) Cornelius,...
Ronald Marshall Rognstad
Jul 13, 2026
Ronald Marshall Rognstad, 84, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loving family, on Monday, July 13, 2026.
Born on March 13, 1942, Ron lived a life defined by curiosity, service, laughter, and an unwavering devotion to his family. He shared nearly 60 wonderful years of marriage with his beloved wife, Jerline, building a life filled with love, learning, and countless cherished...
Victoria Grzesiakowski
Jul 10, 2026
Victoria Grzesiakowski nee Fraint, 100 , born on September 19, 1925 in Mainz-Hechtsheim, Germany, passed away on July 10, 2026. She was a 51-year resident of Park Ridge, Il, and spent over a year at Norwood Crossing in Chicago.
Victoria was the devoted mother of Linda (Richard) Hanrath and Timothy (Diana) Grzesiakowski, grandmother of Emily Hanrath, sister-in-law of Lucy Fraint, and...
Leo Patrick Downey Jr.
Jul 1, 2026
Leo Patrick Downey Jr. was born in Streator IL in 1969. He loved boats, cars, and gardening. He worked in sales for decades, most recently at Sunglass Hut at O'Hare Airport, since 2011. He is survived by his husband, David Coronado, his daughter, Aleesa Downey, Aleesa's mom, Kelly Downey, in-laws Dave & Sunny Coronado, his aunt and uncle Deb Tutko...
Pavel A. Batashev
Jun 24, 2026
Pavel A. Batashev, passed away June 24, 2026 at the age of 54. Beloved husband of Elena; cherished brother of Yulia (Oleh) Minyaylo; loving uncle of Anna, Alezander and Michael. Family and friends to meet, Monday, June 29, 2026 at Nelson Funeral Home 820 Talcott, Park Ridge for a Visitation from 2:00 p.m. until Prayers begin at 4:00 p.m. Interment...
Erika E. Minke
Jun 24, 2026
Erika E. Minke, 82, loving wife of the late Heinz H. Minke; devoted mother of Patricia (Larry) Britten and Deb (Michael) Ryan; and treasured Oma of Jack Britten and Leo Britten.
Visitation will be held on Tuesday, June 30, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at Nelson Funeral Home, 820 W. Talcott Road, Park Ridge.
The Funeral Service will begin at...
Stephanie Wells
Jun 23, 2026
Stephanie Jean Wells, born on August 15, 1973, in Oak Lawn, passed away on June 23, 2026. Her passing is felt deeply by her family, friends, and all who knew her.
Stephanie dedicated her life to the pursuits and passions that brought her joy and meaning. Stephanie loved many things and people in her life, nature, gardening, crafts, sewing, her family,...
Ann T. Tanabe
Jun 18, 2026
Ann T. Tanabe, 94, loving wife of the late Alon M. Tanabe; devoted daughter of the late Sam Luke "Look Ngip Jing" and the late Goldie Luke "Jung Shee"; beloved mother of the late Michael, Mary (John) Moy, Jane (Douglas) Gault, Paul (Susan), Robert, Susan (Chris) Connington, and Nancy (Gordon) Yee; cherished sister of the late Gene (May) Luke, the...
Harrison L. Parham
Jun 14, 2026
Visitation Saturday, June 20, 2026 from 9:30 a.m. until time of Chapel Service 12:00 p.m. at Nelson Funeral Home, 820 Talcott Rd., Park Ridge, IL. Interment will follow at All Saints Catholic Cemetery, Des Plaines.
For information; 847-823-5122
Glen David "Bud" Anderson
Jun 10, 2026
Glen D. “Bud” Anderson, a longtime resident of Des Plaines, IL, was born August 7, 1949, and passed away suddenly on June 10, 2026. Beloved son of the late Albert “Junie” and the late Violet, nee Peterson; cherished brother of Lana (Dave) Pedersen, Bob (Jonie) Anderson, Linda (the late Terry) Potts, Laura Anderson (Art Olsen), and the late Bert (Margaret,...
Michael H. Zimny
Jun 9, 2026
Michael H. Zimny, 75, loving son of the late Harry and the late Eleanor “Betty”; treasured brother of Madonna Rice, Margie Zimny, Mark (Joyce) Zimny, and Mary (Scott) Kennedy; cherished uncle of Jenny (Marc) Lass, Carrie (James) Citta, Matthew (Venice) Rice, Kevin (Tanya) Rice, Heather Zimny, Brian (Laura) Kennedy, Stephanie Zimny, Brittany (Dave) Heath, Chelsie Zimny, and Nicole (Mike) Lynch;...
June Feth
May 21, 2026
June V. Feth, nee Johnson, of Park Ridge passed away May 21, 2026 at the age of 93; beloved wife of 53 years to the late Edward; loving mother of Susan, Jim, Nancy and the late Cheryl (William) McCall; dear grandmother of Kevin and Karin; great-grandmother of Winry. Services and interment were held at Town of Maine Cemetery, Park Ridge,...
Yolanda J. Parades
May 19, 2026
Yolanda J. Paredes, 79, of Arlington Heights, Illinois, formerly of Quito, Ecuador, passed away peacefully on May 19, 2026.
Yolanda was a loving and devoted wife to Saul Anibal for 32 blessed years. She was the beloved mother of Jenny P. Perez (Ramiro Perez) and Carla S. Paredes (Carlos Altamirano). She was a proud and cherished grandmother to Alex, Katie, Adrian,...
Desmond V. Keane
May 13, 2026
Desmond Valentine Keane, Born Chicago, Illinois. Age 96. United States Army, Korean War Veteran; Manager, Household Finance for 37 years; beloved son of the late Edward and Elizabeth (Valentine) Keane; loving brother of the late James “Seamus” Keane and the late Edward “Bud” Keane; devoted husband of the late Marilyn (McDonald) Keane for 56 years; cherished father of Michael Keane...
Mary E. Carlson
May 13, 2026
Mary E. Carlson. The late Robert “Leonard” Carlson. Loving mother of Shirley Werner and the late Carol Marrs. Cherished grandmother of Zachary (Stephanie) Marrs, Glenn, Matthew and Rachel. Great grandmother of Alexander, Liam, Elena, Raven, Madeline, Tommy and Mary. Dear sister of John (the late Theresa Humphreys, Joyce (Almin) Thompson, Robert (Vonda) Humphreys. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Visitation...
Kathryn D. Moeller
May 9, 2026
Kathryn D. Moeller, Beloved wife of the late Keith Moeller. Cherished mother of Todd (Allison) Moeller, Gretchen (Matthew) Gregor and Susan Moeller. Devoted grandmother of Paige, Ryan and Bridget. Dear sister of John (Evelyn) Donnelly. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. In Lieu of flowers please make donations to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society of Wisconsin (donate online: CLICK...
Christine T. Allen
May 2, 2026
Christine Bernice (Tobolski) Allen was born in Chicago on November 11, 1946 and died in Park Ridge, Illinois on May 2, 2026.
She was preceded in death by parents Genevieve (Wilczynski) and Eugene Tobolski, and longtime friend and companion, Rod Look Hong.
She is survived by her loving brother Daniel Tobey and dear sister-in-law Katherine, beloved nieces Jennifer Parks (Louis), Kristen Tobey and...
