Clotilde Carrera Rodriguez nacio el 3 de Junio 1935 en La Blanca Zacatecas Mexico. Conocion a Jose Guadalupe Silva en un baile. Se casaron en el ano 1953 y tuvieron 11 hijos durante los 49 anos de casados, asta que murio Jose Guadalupe ,su pareja, el 5 de Junio del 2002. Ella era una persona muy alegre, sonriente la mayoria del tiempo, le gustaba mucho contar historias acerca de su vida, era muy sociable y muy buena para cocinar, tambien era alguien que le gustaba andar muy presentable, muy ...Continue reading

Irene J. Norkus, age 84, of Bolingbrook, Il. Passed away January 5, 2024.  She is survived by her cherished daughter, Theresa (Craig) Adams. In addition to her daughter she is also survived by her much adored grandchildren; Jackson Adams and Benjamin (Kaitlyn O’Toole),  dear brother; Robert Carter, sister-in-laws; Petronella “Pat” Sharow , Judy (John) Norkus and many nieces and nephews.  Preceded in death by her beloved husband Francis Norkus, daughter; Kathren Wiler, son; Christopher Wiler, her ...Continue reading

Patsy Jean Banasiak, loving wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend passed away peacefully on December 21, 2023 surrounded by her family. Patsy was born on October 9, 1948, in Newport, Arkansas, a day that marked the start of a life filled with kindness, humor and a generous spirit. Patsy was the daughter of Robert and Sally (Jones) McFarlin. The family moved to Chicago in the early 1950’s where Patsy remained a lifelong resident. From a child on the church bus, to a young mother making a ...Continue reading

Justin Todd Banasiak, loving father, son, brother and friend passed away on April 5, 2020. Justin was born on October 1, 1983, in Evergreen Park, Il. The lifelong Chicago resident was the fourth child of Barnabas and Patsy Banasiak. From childhood, Justin could light up the room with his presence. He could draw a smile out of you even in the darkest of times. He had a way of connecting with people everywhere he went, of touching lives in ways that lasted. Working as a mechanic for most of his ...Continue reading

Kenneth Sloup, age 72, was born August 27, 1951 in Chicago, Illinois, the younger son of John F. and Blanche R., nee France, Sloup.  Faithful throughout his courageous battle with cancer, and surrounded by his family, Ken went to be with the Lord on December 24, 2023. Ken was raised in Lisle, Illinois, attending Lisle High School. He excelled as a natural athlete, particularly in hockey and baseball. Ken was an honor student as well and graduated from Lisle High School in 1969. Ken married his ...Continue reading

Manuel G. Rios “Meme” age 58 passed away at his residence in Alamo, Texas on December 8, 2023 from a brief illness. Meme is survived by his precious and loving mother, Esperanza Rios, and loving brothers Benedicto Don Juan Rios and Freddy Guzman. Preceded in death by his fond Father Manuel Guzman and his loving brother Raul Ismael Rios. He is also survived by his maternal aunts Natividad Aldaco (the late + Joseph Luz Aldaco) and Refugio Gonzalez (the late + Cesar Gonzalez) and many loving family ...Continue reading

Robert Louis Hofer, Age 34 passed away suddenly on December 12, 2023. Cherished son of Robert and Crystal (nee Mergler) Hofer. Loving brother of Megan (Jim) Zerby, Mari (Jason) Kors, Richard (Danika Kiss) Hofer and half brother Matthew (Laura) Lubieniecki. Proud uncle of Lincoln & London Zerby; Hannah, Cameron & Isaac Kors and Elliot & Emma Kiss-Hofer. Dear nephew of Donna (Nick) Roseto, Heather Dodge, Lisa (Alan) Ippolito and Breta Schutzenhofer. Fond cousin of many. Robby is also ...Continue reading

Beatriz Perez, age 48 passed away peacefully on Monday November 20, 2023 at Advocate Christ Hospital in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Visitation: December 1, 2023 at Christian Fellowship Church, 4220 West 59th Street, Chicago, Illinois 60629 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Services: Saturday, December 2nd, 2023 family and friends will meet at Mother of the Americas/Iglesia Madre de las Americas. 2228 W. Whipple Street (Corner of Whipple and Cermak Road) for Celebration of Life/Mass at 10:00 a.m. ...Continue reading

Jim Schiltz, beloved husband, father, and follower of Christ passed away at the age of 87 from complications related to brain cancer. Jim was born April 5, 1936 in St. Joseph, MO to James Schiltz and Adelia Ruegsagger. He grew up in St. Jo and graduated LaFayette High School Class of '54. He went on to obtain a degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Missouri. Jim then joined Caterpillar Tractor and spent six years with their international division in Europe, Africa, and the ...Continue reading

Juan Antonio “Toño” Marrufo, of Chicago, was born on April 18, 1989 in San José de Morillitos, Durango, and passed away unexpectedly on November 10, 2023 at the age of 34. He is best remembered for his infectious energy and his passion for music, whether it was dancing or playing his saxophone. Toño will also be remembered for his love of soccer, ready to start a pick-up game at a moments’ notice, but more importantly, the biggest Chivas fan.   Juan Antonio will now be reunited ...Continue reading