Obituaries

Jan 10, 2026

Allan R. Wawczak, 69, loving husband of Florence “Flo” Wawczak; devoted father of John (Elizabeth) Wawczak and Jeffrey (Renee) Wawczak; cherished grandpa of Adler, Jake, and Ava; treasured brother of Antoinette “Toni” (Keith) Nielsen and the late John Wawczak; uncle of many nieces and nephews, and friend of many.

Allan was a proud US Navy Veteran who served on the USS...

Jan 12, 2026

Delia Woods (née McNeela), 97, of Park Ridge, Illinois, passed away on January 12, 2026. Born on February 17, 1928 in Swinford, County Mayo, Ireland to John McNeela and Ellie Golden, she was the beloved wife of the late James Woods, sister of the late Brian McNeela, Mary Callaghan, Peter McNeela, Kathleen O’Neill, Eileen Campbell, John McNeela, and Madeline Tolan....

Jan 11, 2026

Heraclio Garcia Barajas, 78, passed away on January 11, 2026. Loving son of the late Heraclio and the late Angelina Garcia. Beloved brother the late Jesus (Joaquina) Garcia Barajas, Teresa (the late Gonzalo Munguia) Munguia Barajas, the late Luis (the late Abigail Garcia Becerra) Garcia Barajas, the late Jose Dolores (the late Consuelo Garcia) Garcia Barajas, Guillermina (the late Enrique...

Dec 26, 2025

Edward J. Krohn, 97, U.S. Army Veteran of the Korean War and Purple Heart recipient, passed away peacefully on December 26, 2025. Beloved son of the late Bernard and the late Kathryn Krohn; brother of the late Bernard Krohn, the late Robert (Irene) Krohn, the late Don (Lynn) Krohn, Dorothy (Wayne) Smith, and Marie (Lawrence) Ryan; loving uncle to many...

Dec 23, 2025

Dorothy Marie Rafanelli, nee Vistine; Born February 7, 1929 in Chicago, at rest December 23, 2025 at the age of 96; beloved wife of 64 years to the late Robert S. Rafanelli; loving mother of Robert J. and Richard E. Rafanelli; cherished Nonne of Anna, Cara and Robbie; dearest daughter of the late Libbie and Emil Vistine; loved sister of...

Dec 21, 2025

Walter D. Domkowski, 91, loving husband of Marian for 69 years; devoted father of Elaine (James) Moncrieff, the late Nancy (John) Pertwee, and Donald W. Domkowski, Major (USAF Ret.); treasured grandpa of the late Bradley J. Moncrieff, Ryan W. Moncrieff, and Daniel Pertwee; cherished brother of Medard (the late Pat) Domkowski; uncle and cousin of many, and beloved by many...

Dec 15, 2025

Carole Ahern, age 80, of Park Ridge, Illinois, passed away on December 15, 2025. Born on November 13, 1945, Carole was the beloved only child of the late Amelia and Charles Dinse. Though she began her professional life working in accounting, she eventually turned her energy and full attention to her most cherished role: raising her four children. Carole was...

Dec 8, 2025

Ellen E. Schaden (nee Frisen), Age 89. Infinitely cherished wife of Charles passed away in her Morton Grove home on December 8, 2025. Her loving and inspirational ways will be forever missed by her daughters, Sue (Steve) Sturm and Patty (Rod) Steffens.

Ellen’s prized Christmas cookies, photography, and sweet smile will hold a dear place in the hearts of her grandchildren...

Dec 7, 2025

Seth Dochterman, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and cherished friend, passed away December 7, 2025. He now reunites with his late and beloved wife, Lucille, with whom he shared a lifetime of partnership, laughter, and unwavering devotion.

Seth is survived by his son Bob Dochterman and daughter-in-law Kendra, along with their children Logan and Olivia, who brought...

Dec 6, 2025

Noreen P. Campbell (née Gibbons), 89, passed away peacefully on December 6, 2025. Noreen was the loving wife of  the late James Campbell for over 60 years.  Noreen was the amazing mother of seven children, Eileen (Joseph) Altenhoff, Dan (Anne), Bill, Tom (deceased), Sue (Rick) Kadowaki, Patrick (Bernadette), and Tim (Sue).

She was a proud and loving...

Nov 28, 2025

Robert M. Paterson, 95, went to be with the Lord on Friday, November 28, 2025. He was born on December 3, 1929 in Chicago. Robert grew up in Chicago and graduated from Roosevelt High School, he then attended and graduated from Northwestern University. On August 29, 1953 Robert "Bob" married Yvonne.

His faith was very much the...

Nov 26, 2025

Valsamo D. Tselentis, 81, loving wife of the late Nikolaos; devoted mother of Ktisifon (Anna) and the late Helen (Corey Crain); cherished yiayia of Zoe Crain; treasured sister of the late George Papadimitriou, the late Diane (Efthymios) Liakopoulos, the late Haralambos (Demetria) Papadimitriou; cherished sister-in-law of Aphrodite Papadimitriou; and devoted daughter of the late Demetrios and the late Aspasia...

Nov 25, 2025

Irene Helen Kaminski (née Zawistowski) passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and devotion. She was the devoted wife of the late John Stanley Kaminski, with whom she shared a lifetime of partnership and enduring commitment.

Irene was the cherished mother of Barbara Jean Monaco (née Kaminski) and the late Robert John Kaminski (Kathleen...

Nov 22, 2025

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Chris Athanasopoulos, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and godfather, who died peacefully at the age of 84 on Saturday, November 22, 2025.

Chris Athanasopoulos was born on April 20, 1941 in Patras, Greece to George and Anastacia Athanasopoulos. Chris often talked of how difficult his...

Nov 21, 2025

Frank Verdino, 75, of Chicago's Portage Park passed away on November 21, 2025.

Beloved husband of Catherine for 54 years. Loving father of Tammy Verdino and Steven (Angela) Verdino. Grandfather of Mike, Nick, Noelle and Gabriella. Great grandfather of Arlo, Millie and Thea. Dear brother of John. Fond uncle and friend to many.

Frank was...

Nov 20, 2025

Isabel "Bunny" Catherine Hughes, 73, of Park Ridge passed away peacefully with family by her side on Thursday, November 20, 2025. Loving wife to Charles for 51 years; adoring mother to Carl Hughes (Cayenne Claassen-Luttner) and John (Mandy) Hughes; proud grandma to Ellie, Cyrus, and Zenia; fond sister to Jack Husted; aunt to many; dear friend to all.

Nov 19, 2025

Athanasios "Tom" Yfantis, beloved husband to Diane (nee Rempas). Immensely proud father to Steven (Carolyn Robinson), Theo (Megan Kollmeyer) and Zach. Adoring grandfather to Troy and Niko. Loving brother to Gus Yfantis (Olympia Papayannacos). Son to Maria and the late Stavros Yfantis. He was loved by his nieces and nephews; Mario, Gia, George, Elena, Penelope, Olivia, Sofia, Theodore and...

Nov 17, 2025

Donald Joseph Vath, born July 28, 1932, passed away peacefully on November 17, 2025, at the age of 93, surrounded by his loving family. He was the beloved husband of Doris; devoted father of David, Dennis (Lisa), and Donald Vath; and the cherished grandfather of Eric and Andrew Vath. Donald was also the dear brother of the late Louise...

Nov 8, 2025

Edward F. Smith, age 94, passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 8, 2025. Loving husband of Mary Alice. Preceded in death by his siblings, Mary Ann Reding, William Smith, Patricia Woods, James Smith and Elizabeth Sullivan. Cherished father of Maureen (Rod) Allen, Kathy (Keith) Brenner, Edward (Barb) Smith and the late Carol Smith. Beloved "Papa" of Christopher...

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....