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Chicago, Illinois Obituaries

Susan Linzing

Susan Linzing

May 12, 2025

Susan (Sue) J. Linzing of Palatine passed away peacefully on May 12, 2025 at the age of 66. Sue was known for her generosity and love for life. She had many friends and enjoyed her vacation time visiting the mountains in the West, Ireland, Germany and the Caribbean Islands. Sue also loved music, whether it was going to concerts...

Gerald D. Benkendorf

Gerald D. Benkendorf

May 10, 2025

Gerald "Jerry" Dale Benkendorf, born June 30, 1939, at rest May 10, 2025. Jerry was the adoring husband and best friend of Del Rita (Di Benedetto) for 44 years; cherished son of the late Edward and Stephanie Benkendorf nee Krupa; baby brother of the late Ken and Sue Benkendorf, and the late Leroy and Arlene Benkendorf; loving son-in-law to...

Donald W. Cullerton

Donald W. Cullerton

May 6, 2025

Donald W. Cullerton, Beloved husband of the late Mary Kay. Devoted father of Larry (Julie) Cullerton and Patrick Cullerton. Cherished grandfather of Kelly, Hannah, Caitlin and Ryley. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Proud member of I. B. E. W.  Local Union 134.

Memorial Mass Saturday, May 17th, 10:30 a.m. at Our Lady of Hope Church,...

Cecilia Samaan

Cecilia Samaan

May 5, 2025

Cecilia Samaan, Beloved wife of Victor. Devoted mother of Anna Marie (Johnny) Arreola and Michael Samaan. Cherished nana of Dylan. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation Friday from 6-9 p.m. at St. John the Baptist Syriac Orthodox Church, 250 S. Villa Ave., Villa Park IL 60181. Funeral Service Saturday, 10:00 a.m. at St. John the...

Judy Ferrero

Judy Ferrero

May 3, 2025

Judith M. Ferrero, at rest May 3, 2025 at the age of 85; beloved wife of 54 years to the late Robert "Bob" Anthony Ferrero; born in Chicago to Casimir M and Sophie B. Szpicki on November 15, 1939; devoted mother of David (Sue), Lisa (Jim) and Michael (Kathi); the best grandmother to Hana, Natasha (Elijah), Naomi, Lily, Nathaniel,...

Norman D. Krumwiede

Norman D. Krumwiede

Apr 28, 2025

Norman Dennis Krumwiede, 81, of McNabb, IL passed away on April 28, 2025 at his residence.

Visitation will be from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 13, 2025 at Dysart – Cofoid Funeral Chapel 208 S. McCoy St. Granville, IL.  Cremation rites have been accorded.

Additional visitation will be from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m....

Richard Grott

Richard Grott

Apr 23, 2025

Richard Grott, 94, of Chicago, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, April 23. He is survived by Patricia Grott; loving dad to Rob (Barb), Mary (the late Jim), Peg (Russ), and Jeff (Therese); proud Papa G to Chris (Katie), Laura (Mitch), Elizabeth, Emily, Nick, and Andy; caring great-grandfather to Owen, Nora, and Violet.

Born with an...

Charlotte Chapple

Charlotte Chapple

Apr 22, 2025

Charlotte Chapple, 79, of Park Ridge, passed away unexpectedly at home, on April 22, 2025.

Charlotte is survived by her devoted husband, Richard G. Chapple; her beloved children, Nicole (Stanley Lerner) Chapple, Alexis (Marc Falleroni) Chapple, and Brad (Carolyn) Chapple; and her cherished grandchildren, Ivan, Luca, and Greer.

Charlotte will be remembered for her warmth,...

Mario F. Costantini

Mario F. Costantini

Apr 13, 2025

Mario Costantini, age 86, passed away peacefully on April 13, 2025. Loving husband of Marilyn (nee Aiello). Beloved father of Michael (Robyn), Andrew (Jill) and Daniel. Cherished Nonno of Alexandra, Nicholas, and Aurella. Dear brother of Giorgio. Fond uncle and a dear friend to many both here and in Italy. He was born in Venice and was proud of...

Zdzislaw Czabanski

Zdzislaw Czabanski

Apr 13, 2025

Zdzislaw Czabanski, 72, loving husband for over 42 years to Jadwiga Czabanski; caring father of Marcin (Joanna) Lewandowski and the late Dariusz Lewandowski; cherished grandfather of Gabriel Lewandowski, Elliott Lewandowski, and Nadzieja Lewandowski; treasured son, brother, cousin, and uncle of many.

Visitation will be on Wednesday, April 23, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Nelson...

Jacqueline Goodrich

Jacqueline Goodrich

Apr 4, 2025

Jacqueline Goodrich, 72, loving wife of Daniel Goodrich; treasured mother of Gregory (Jess) Goodrich and James (Ashley) Goodrich; devoted grandmother of A.J., Taylor, Madison, and Lillian; dedicated daughter of the late Lucy and the late Parsek Erkiletian; affectionate sister of Mihran Erkiletian, Margaret Carlson, and Beatrice Coppini; cousin and aunt of many.

Jacqueline also known as "Jack"...

Ann Stevens

Ann Stevens

Apr 3, 2025

Ann Stevens, nee Astrenedes; beloved wife of the late Steve T. Stevens; loving mother of Mary Ann (Robert) Hoffman, Helen M. (Dale) Haffner, Thomas J. Stevens and Jeffrey G. (Melissa) Stevens; cherished Yia Yia of Stephanie, Amy, Pamela (Jack), Cassandra (Mark), Elliot and Matthew (Maddie); great-grandmother of Anna, Holly, Amaya and Annalise; dear sister of the late Paul (the...

Olga Gawaluch

Olga Gawaluch

Mar 31, 2025

Olga Gawaluch, 95, loving wife of the late Walter; devoted mother of Walter (Eileen) Gawaluch, Larry Gawaluch, and Deborah (Donald) Marinoff; treasured daughter of the late John Hnatiuk and the late Mary Hnatiuk nee Hladish; cherished sister of the late Albert (the late Lois) Natick, the late Peter (the late Marian) Hnatiuk, Betty Jean (the late Paul) Jachniw, Margaret...

Charles “Chuckie” N. Williams

Charles “Chuckie” N. Williams

Mar 25, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Charles "Chuckie" Williams, 38, who left us far too soon. Chuckie was a devoted husband to his wife, Katie, and a loving father to his children, Jaxon and Kayla, who were the center of his world. His love for his family knew no bounds, and his legacy will...

Corinne “Cory” C. Schlom

Corinne “Cory” C. Schlom

Mar 23, 2025

Corinne "Cory" C. Schlom, long time resident of Park Ridge, passed away peacefully on March 23, 2025 at the age of 98. Cory was the loving mother to Chris (Gus) Chirchirillo, Charles M. (Yvonne) Schlom, Curt (Lynne) Schlom; cherished grandmother to Rachel (Matt), Renee (Cory), Lucas, Matthew; proud great grandmother of Jaxen, Nora, Clara, Lydia, Sophia. She now joins...

Suzanne A. Burkhardt

Suzanne A. Burkhardt

Mar 22, 2025

Suzanne A. Burkhardt, nee Schroeder, Born September 11, 1946, At rest March 22, 2025, age 78; beloved mother of Jennifer (Paul) McIntyre and the late William Burkhardt. Services were private and entrusted to Nelson Funeral Home, Park Ridge, IL 847-823-5122

Marcia M. Fabian

Marcia M. Fabian

Mar 17, 2025

Marcia M. Fabian, born June 30, 1943 in East Chicago, IN. passed away March 17, 2025 at the age of 81; beloved wife of the late Dan; loving mother of Dan (Nina), Kevin and the late Kimberly; cherished grandmother of Lennon (Ciara) and Erin; also survived by brother Tom Kasza (Janise), sister in law Kathy Kasza and numerous nieces/nephews;...

Thomas William Manaher

Thomas William Manaher

Mar 17, 2025

Thomas William Manaher, son of the late Thomas (CPD) and Mary (nee Clancy) Manaher, retired CPD Detective, 78, of Chicago, passed away suddenly on March 17, 2025 (St. Patrick's Day). He is survived by the love of his life, Kerry Long; fond brother of Patrick (Teri) Manaher, Maureen (Michael) O'Reilly, Margaret (Tim) Prendergast; adoring uncle to Kerry (Tim), Colleen...

James H. Ference

James H. Ference

Mar 12, 2025

James H. Ference, Beloved husband of the late Marta. Devoted father of Kris and Anthony Bianco & Adriana Ference. Cherished grandfather of Natalie and Christopher Bianco. Loving brother of the late William (Kari) Ference. Dear uncle of Steve (Patty) Ference and Jim (Denise) Ference. Fond friend of many.

Visitation Sunday from 3-7 p.m. Funeral Service Sunday, 6:00...

Joseph H. Zoeller

Joseph H. Zoeller

Mar 11, 2025

Joseph Huddleston Zoeller, 60, of Niles passed away peacefully, surrounded by family and friends, on Tuesday, March 11, 2025.

Joe is survived by his devoted wife and soulmate, Jeannine Carey, his loving son, Michael, his mother, Eleanor and mother-in-law, Carlynn Carey.  He is also survived by his family, Joanne, Anne (Erwin Poliakoff), Matthew (Kathy), Julia, Mark (Diana),...

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