Obituaries

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....

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...

Oct 25, 2025

William "Bill" J. Schwartz, 86, passed away on October 25, 2025 in Columbia, South Carolina. He was a loving father and grandfather, a successful businessman, and an animal lover.

William was born on January 25, 1939 to the late William D. and Frances Schwartz. Bill is survived by his children, Debbie and Joe; step-children, Lisa (Sean) and Mike (Sherry); grandchildren, Jessica,...

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...

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...

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...

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.

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.

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...

Sep 23, 2025

Guadalupe García Domínguez, amada esposa de Marco Antonio, devota madre de Elsi, Marco, Mariela, Alejandro y Ulices. Querida abuela de seis nietos. Querida hermana y tía de muchos. Su memoria vivirá en cada gesto de cariño, en cada recuerdo compartido y en cada enseñanza que nos dejó. La despedimos con gratitud infinita por su vida, su amor y su...

Sep 20, 2025

James M. Schmidt of Park Ridge, Illinois passed away September 20, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Jill for 56 years; dear father of Tracey, Jamie (Maureen), and Patrick; proud and cherished grandfather of Cassidy, Zachary, Colin, Lexie, Molly, and Nicholas; dear brother of the late Peggy (Marv) Ricklefs, the late Christian (the late Rosalie), and Stephen (Cindy); devoted...

Sep 8, 2025

Kevin R. Cox, 68, passed away on September 8, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of strength, generosity, and unwavering devotion to his family and community.

Born on July 30, 1957, Kevin grew into a man known for his strong will, sharp mind, and an uncommon kindness that reached anyone in need. He was always the person people...

Sep 6, 2025

Dorothy Louise Medina, 87, loving mother of Richard Kourakis, Penny (Dale) King, Timothy (Patricia) Kourakis, Cindy (Mike Passehl) Castillo, Michael Kourakis, the late James Kourakis, and Kathy (John Shoe) Kourakis; devoted grandmother of many grandchildren and proud great-grandmother of numerous great-grandchildren; dearest and Godly friend of Ellen Arado; cherished soul to many.

Dorothy was a loving mother,...

Sep 4, 2025

James P. Hardiman, Born July 1, 1942, at rest September 4, 2025 at the age of 83; beloved husband of Beatrice A.; loving father of Terrence (Eileen), Debra (Robert) Hanselmann, Daniel, Julie (Adam) Benjamin and James (Erin); cherished grandfather of Kate, Sean (Janie), Hayden, Logan, Larkin, Maesyn, Reagan, Lukas, Keaton, Vivienne, Thomas and Brynna; dear brother of Joseph (the...

Aug 28, 2025

Spiros Athanasopoulos, age 84, fell asleep in the Lord on August 28, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Niki (nee Papagiannes). Devoted father of Eleni (Anastasios) Tsiopelas and Georgia (the late Michael Bepis) Athanasopoulos. Cherished pappou of Yianni and Gabriella. Loving brother of the late Georgia, the late Christos, the late George and the late Stavroula. Dear theio of...

Aug 20, 2025

F. Budd Kline, age 84, Beloved father of Dawn (Harry) Channon, Shannon (Jarrod) Oller, Brandon (Brooke) Kline and Preston (Amy) Kline; loving grandfather of Nicholas, Tyler, Patrick, Emma, Garrett, Asher, Aubrey, Amilya and Addisyn; dearest brother of Dianne (Ron) Anderson and the late Don Kline; dear friend and mother of the children, Sylvia Abshire. Services will be private. For...

Aug 14, 2025

Marianeta "Maria" Sepulveda, 54, of Des Plaines passed away on August 14, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones.

Maria was born on January 2, 1971 in Chicago, IL, to parents Andreas Ballas and Anna Martinez (Bertini). She later moved to Des Plaines, Illinois with her loving husband, Andres, where she continued to raise her family. Maria was...

Aug 10, 2025

Judy Catino, age 70, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2025.

Born on May 5, 1955, Judy was the beloved daughter of the late James & Margaret Belvedere and cherished sister to Jayne. She lived a life filled with warmth, joy, and a genuine love for people. She was the proud mother of two sons, Chris (Jenna)...

Aug 8, 2025

It is with sadness and joy that we announce the passing of Ann Slade nee Pasko, beloved wife of the late DeLoy Slade, loving mother to three children, Sheila, Dennis, Kenneth. Grandmother, sister, friend and neighbor who left this world peacefully on August 8, 2025 surrounded by family at her side. She was a young 101 years old, who...

Jul 30, 2025

Niko Zafiriadis fell asleep in the Lord on July 30, 2025. Beloved husband of Dimitra (nee Kolotouros) for 22 years. Loving father Kostantinos. Devoted son of the late Constantine and the late Despina. Fond brother Andreas (July) and the late George. Dear uncle of Konstantine and Dimitra Zafiriadis and Arianna Cunningham. Brother-in-law of Nikolaos and Helen Despotopoulos.

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