Local Obituaries

August 18, 2024

Salvador Torres, age 77, passed away suddenly on August 18, 2024 in Morelia, Michoacan, MX.

Salvador lived a full life filled with hard work, integrity, and generosity. He was a beloved and well respected member of the Pilsen community in Chicago, and of his hometown of Villa Morelos in Michoacán, MX. Despite the challenges of his early...

August 5, 2024

Mildred K. Zalokar age 91, of LaGrange  passed away peacefully on August 5, 2024. “ Milly” was the daughter of the late Frank and Sophie Zalokar, dearest sister of the late William (Marilyn) and Elizabeth (Chester); Cherished aunt of Kathy, Karen, William Jr., Lynn, Robert, Kim and Lisa.  Great Aunt to Kristen, Matthew,Christine, Michael, Alexander, Elizabeth and Asa. Silly...

June 26, 2024

Thomas Ward Lynch, 84, of Naperville passed away peacefully at home on June 26, 2024. Tom bravely faced cancer another time, and was surrounded by the love of his family, creating countless special memories through his final months.

Tom was born on August 26, 1939 in Detroit, Michigan to Mortimer and Arlene Lynch....

June 20, 2024

Anthony Ernesto Ayala age 24 passed away suddenly on Thursday, June 20, 2024 at Mount Sinai Hospital, Chicago, Illinois.

Visitation: Monday, June 24, 2024 at Hursen Funeral Home, 4001 Roosevelt Road, Hillside, Illinois 60162 from 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Funeral Services: Tuesday, June 25, 2024, Prayers at 9:30...

June 10, 2024

We remember John Torres, whose spirit departed from us on June 10, 2024, at the age of 76. John was the beloved husband of Marietta Rotman Torres, the devoted father of JP and Augustine, and the loving brother of Dolores (Joe Gonzalez, Rick (Eva) Gomez), Ben Gomez (Eva Rivera), and the late Alfonso. John was the beloved uncle...

June 9, 2024

Micaela Ibarra, beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and sister, passed away peacefully in her home on June 9, 2024, in Chicago, IL, at the age of 94.

Micaela is survived by her devoted children: Octavia Ochoa, Esteban Tinoco, and Anita Salgado, as well as her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Micaela leaves behind a legacy...

June 5, 2024

Robert Wayne Siegfried or more commonly Old Bob at 94 years old passed away peacefully next to his bride of 74 years Thelma Jean at their home at Brookeridge Airpark in Illinois on June 5th 2024.

Old Bob was born in Peoria, Il on July 1, 1929 to Samuel and Sophie Siegfried. Old Bob served in the...

June 4, 2024

Antonio “Tony” Santiago (Valerie), born on March 17, 1954 was a loving son to the late† Carlos and †Antonia Santiago; a loving and caring brother to †Juanita (†Jose), †Marcial (Grace), †Angelita (Enrique), †Carlos Jr. (Juanita), †Jorge (Luz), Rosalinda (Miguel), Raul (Maria), Margarita, Gloria, Lorenzo; Godfather and adoring uncle to many nieces and nephews, and a loyal friend to...

May 31, 2024

Jesse David Garcia passed away peacefully at home at the age of 72 on May 31, 2024, after a terminal illness. Born in Chicago, IL to Epimenio Garcia and Dolores Acosta on September 23,1951.

He lived in Pilsen on Allport Street with his mom (Grandma Nena to most) and siblings Lucille (Lucy) and Richard (Rick) until he...

May 24, 2024

James Arthur Coates Sr., age 76 passed away May 24, 2024 in Merriville, IN. He is survived by his wife Adrianne Coates (nee VanDeNorth), daughter Mary Ellen Coates, son James (Giovanni Duran) Coates Jr., and grandson Alexander Coates as well as sister Donna (Glenn) Waltman and many nieces and nephews.  He is preceded in death by his parents, James and...

May 22, 2024

Roman Losianowycz, age 75, passed away peacefully surrounded by loving family on May 22, 2024, at Good Samaritan Hospital, Downers Grove, IL. Roman was born in Graz, Austria to John and Xenia Losianowycz.

Roman was a devoted Green Bay Packers fan and also enjoyed watching NASCAR. When Roman was younger he enjoyed drag...

May 4, 2024

Víctor Martínez Mejía, 27 años de edad nacido Febrero 26,1997 a Cristina y Javier Martínez en Chicago IL. Víctor hizo transición al descanso eterno el 4 de Mayo 2024 en Chicago IL.

Víctor era amado no solo por su familia, pero todos los que tuvieron el honor de cruzar caminos con el. Todos...

April 21, 2024

It is with deepest sorrow and much love the passing of Juanita Cabello 78 who was born in Laredo, TX and died April 21st, 2024. She lived in many places and settled in Berwyn, IL. She was preceded in death by her brothers Jose, Carlos, Fermin and two sisters Amelia and Gloria.

Juanita ...

April 15, 2024

Francisco “Frankie” Salgado Age 40 passed away unexpectedly on April 15, 2024, at his home in Algonquin, IL. He is survived by his beloved mother, Anita Salgado, and siblings: Susie Caldwell, Javier Salgado, Cindy Salgado, Joel Salgado, and Adriana Salgado.

Frankie was known for his unwavering love and loyalty to his family, serving as a...

March 23, 2024

Harry J. Byrd, Age 90 passed away on  March 23, 2024 due to complications from Parkinson’s Disease. Harry was born to Harry and Mary (May) Bird in 1934 in Newfoundland. He was beloved by his brother Lawrence, sister Lillian and stepmother Anne Bird. He immigrated to the US in 1947 and, with his family, made Chicago, IL his home....

March 12, 2024

Hartford T. Brown passed away on March 12, 2024. Memorial visitation will be held on Saturday, March 23, 024 from 9:30 am until time of Funeral Service 10:30 am at Christian Fellowship Church 4220 W. 59th Street, Chicago. Burial will be private.

March 10, 2024

Donald Howard Harris, 91, of Naperville passed away peacefully at home on March 10, 2024. A service will be held Wednesday, March 27, 2024, at Trinity Lutheran Church, 1101 Kimberly Way, Lisle, IL. Visitation will take place from 9:30 – 10:30 a.m and service following at 10:30 a.m. Interment will immediately follow at Clarendon Hills Cemetery in Darien.

March 10, 2024

James Kerr Currie passed away on March 10, 2024. Private services to be held.

March 5, 2024

It is with profound sorrow and heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ninfa Alvarez, affectionately known to many as La señora Ana de Casa Aztlan. A spirited and resilient soul, Ninfa left us at the age of 81 on March 5, 2024, in Pilsen, her home since 1965. Leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and passion.  ...

February 27, 2024

Santos Valladares Marchan falleció el 27 de Febrero, 2024 rodeado de su familia en el Hospital Universidad de Illinois.

Le sobreviven sus padres: Nicolas Valladares & Francisca Marchan de Valladares su hermana y Hermanos: Juana, Anselmo, Ramiro, Tomas sus sobrinos y sobrinas. Se le adelanto en muerte su hermano †Margarito Valladares Marchan.

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