Obituaries
Chicago, Illinois Obituaries
Inez Green
Jul 14, 2024
Inez Green, 93, of Rosemont, loving mother to the late Sammy (Amy) Green, Sandra (Peter) Nechipor, Steven (Lesley) Green, Sharon (Michael) Hansen; proud grandmother to eight; caring great grandmother "Granny" of 11. She is preceded in death by her parents and siblings. Born and raised in the Memphis Tennessee area, Inez moved to Rosemont over thirty years ago, where...
Shirley C. Kalamaras
Jul 14, 2024
Shirley (nee Ciorba) Kalamaras, loving mother andgrandmother, passed away peacefully on July 14, 2024, at the age of 88. Shirley was born on September 4, 1935, in Chicago, Illinois to Vincent and Patricia Ciorba. She attended Steinmetz High School and Lake Forest College.
Shirley was the proud mother of four children: Lisa, Stacey, Vincent, and Christopher. She...
Vivian P. Courialis
Jul 12, 2024
Vivian P. Courialis fell asleep in the Lord at the age of 98. She was born in Elia, Greece on April 13, 1926 to Andreas Katsonis and Evangelia Tsounakos as the oldest sibling to Anastasios Katsonis, Vasiliki Smyros, and George Katsonis. She led an accomplished life marked by courage, compassion and determination. Vivian completed a master's degree in nursing...
Varvara Phassos
Jul 10, 2024
Varvara Phassos née Stiris, age 90, fell asleep in the Lord July 10, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Andrew Phassos. Caring mother of Patty and Gregory (Anastasia) Phassos. Loving grandmother of Andrew, Anna and George Phassos. Sister of Eleni (the late Jim) Droulias, Peter (the late Angeliki) Stiris and the late Georgia (the late James) Kostakis, Katina (the...
Michael A. Chico
Jun 29, 2024
In loving memory of Michael Anthony Chico, 66, who transitioned from this world on June 29, 2024.
Michael "Mike" Chico was born in Chicago, Illinois, on July 29, 1957, to Joseph and Ciprianna Chico. He grew up in Burr Ridge, Illinois, and graduated from Hinsdale Central High School in 1975. Michael attended Western Illinois University, where he...
Maria L. Yaniz
Jun 24, 2024
Maria L. "Mima" Yaniz. Beloved wife of the late Rafael. Loving mother of Ralph (Patty Healey) Yaniz, Adolph (Sue Hunt) Yaniz, Lourdes (Eric) Slazyk, Maria (the late John) Holbrook, Jim (Cathy) Yaniz, Barbara (Bill) Donahue and Jacqueline Gutierrez. Devoted grandmother of Ralph, Francesca, Marcella, Amy, Michael, Nicholas, Eric, Kyle, Catherine, Lauren, Johnny, Emily, Matthew, Tommy, Julia, Lulu and Teresa....
Vincent Sebastian Calandrino
Jun 17, 2024
Vincent Sebastian Calandrino, 62, of Chicago, avid cyclist of Chicago's lakefront and Glenview's Harms Woods Forest Preserve. Survived by his loving sister Theresa Calandrino; father Vincent (Laura) Calandrino; lovingly fond uncle to Anthony Fanella and Steven Barth. Services were held privately. In lieu of flowers please consider making a donation in Vincent's honor to the American Cancer Society. Donations...
Leonard W. Stoga
Jun 16, 2024
Leonard W. Stoga, age 78. Beloved son of the late Julian and Stephanie Stoga. Loving husband of the late Virginia Stoga. Cherished father of James, Scott, Mark (Nicole), Andrea (Matt) Schauer and the late Christopher. Beloved Grandpa of Jacob, Steven, Alex, Khloe, Jonny and Grace. Fond brother of the late Raymond (Barbara) Stoga, Dear brother-in-law of Ronald (the late...
Barbara E. Janeczko
Jun 13, 2024
Barbara E. Janeczko, beloved daughter of the late Charles and Estelle. Loving sister of the late Charles, Norman, Robert Janeczko, Rita Krus and Shirley Learnahan. Devoted aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Visitation Thursday, 9:30 a.m. until time of service 11:00 a.m. at Nelson Funeral Home, 820 W. Talcott Road, Park Ridge, Illinois. Interment St. Adalbert Cemetery....
Gloria E. Erickson
Jun 12, 2024
Gloria E. Erickson nee Nelson entered her Heavenly home on June 12, 2024. Â Her daughter Ellen was with her when she passed away peacefully at Covenant Living in Northbrook. Â Throughout her lifetime, Gloria sought to share with others her deep gratitude for God's goodness, love, and faithfulness. In recent years, she continued to express her love for God while...
Rita Therese Lindberg
Jun 12, 2024
Rita Therese Lindberg, nee Keevers, 88, beloved mother of Michael, the late Rob and the late Eileen (Ronald) Holtman; cherished grandmother of Jonathan, Zachary (Very) and Jacob; great-grandmother of Harold. Â Visitation, Monday, June 17, from 4 to 8 p.m. at Nelson Funeral Home 820 Talcott, Park Ridge. Family and Friends to meet, Tuesday, June 18, 2024 at Our Lady...
Donald Senf
Jun 10, 2024
Donald R. Senf, age 95 of Park Ridge died on Monday, June 10th, 2024 at the Ascension Living Resurrection Village Life Center in Chicago. Beloved husband of the late Joan (Thompson) loving father of Donna (Tim) McParlan, David (Shannon Marting) Senf, Steven (Laura Hester) Senf, and Richard Senf.
Fond Grandfather of Ryan McParlan, Kevin (Laura) McParlan, Virginia...
Josef Weber
Jun 4, 2024
Josef Weber, 90, loving husband of the late Maria, beloved father of Richard (Naoko) Weber; brother of Margareta (the late Walter) Radke; brother in-law of Anna (Johann) Litzinger; fond uncle and great-uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation, Friday, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., funeral prayers Saturday, 9:30 a.m., at Nelson Funeral Home, 820 W. Talcott Rd. Park Ridge,...
Carol S. Timm
May 29, 2024
Carol S. Timm, 74, beloved wife of the late Frederick; loving mother of Brian (Stephanie), Jennifer (Sean) Nolen, Brad (Sneha), Justin and the late Brandon, Donna, and Brett,; cherished grandmother of Jacob, Samantha and Ryan Nolen and Sophie Timm; Fond aunt to many nieces and nephews. Interment to be held privately ant Acacia Park Cemetery, Chicago, IL.
Jergen Linquist
May 20, 2024
Jergen C. Linquist, Cayanan; beloved wife of Erik; cherished mother of Karen, Kyle, Katarina and Kirsten; loving daughter of Zenaida; dearest sister of Jovan, Charlie and Nina; dear daughter-in-law of Douglas (Brenda) Linquist and Patricia Lindquist; sister-in-law of Elizabeth (Kenneth) Claxton; fond niece, aunt and friend to many. Â Memorial Visitation, Sunday, September 1, 2024 from 12 p.m. until time...
Canellitsa T Athans
May 17, 2024
Canellitsa T. Athans, 87, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 17, 2024, with her family by her side. Until the end, Connie or Kanella, as she was known to her family and friends, maintained her kindness, warm smile, and gratitude for her long life with her loving family and friends. Connie was preceded in death by her devoted husband...
Theresa A. Stack
May 12, 2024
Theresa A. Stack, lovingly known as Teri, of Schaumburg, IL, departed her earthly home  on May 12th, 2024, at the age of 83. Theresa was born in Chicago, Illinois, on December 16th, 1940.
Theresa was a beloved sister, cousin, aunt, great-aunt, great-grand-aunt, and friend. She  brought warmth, compassion, and energy to all facets of her life, especially...
Charles E. Cwiakala
May 11, 2024
On Saturday, May 11th, 2024, we lost a larger than life personality.
Charles E. "Chuck" Cwiakala, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and cherished friend of too many to count, left us. His life was a testament to adventure, curiosity, and boundless joy. He lived life to the fullest and continuously encouraged his children to do the same....
Nancy N. Bruggeman
May 8, 2024
Nancy N. Bruggeman, 86, of Chicago, joined her beloved Robert, and loving parents, Edward and Anna Randall in eternal rest on May 8, 2024. Devoted mother of Robert (Helen) Bruggeman, Pamela (Richard) Kintzel, Richard (Jaeri) Bruggeman, Linda (Phillip) DeRoeck; proud grandmother to Robert "Bob" (Lauren), Adam, Courtney (James), Drew, Cole (Rachel), Matthew, Megan (Brandon); proud great grandmother to Olivia,...
Pastor Walter C. Kalbhen
May 8, 2024
Pastor Walter C. Kalbhen, 89 of Chicago, went to be with his Lord and Savior, Wednesday, May 8, 2024. He is preceded in death by his parents Walter and Hilda. Walter had devoted his life to Christ, having attended Concordia Seminary in St. Louis, MO, and then became ordained on July 26, 1959. He was a pastor at St....
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