Local Obituaries

Aug 25, 2022

Mark A. Schafer passed away on August 25, 2022. Committal service with military honors will be 1:30 pm on Friday, September 2, 2022 at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 20953 Hoff Rd., Elwood, IL.  Everyone is asked to meet at the Information Center by 1:15pm.

Aug 24, 2022

Joseph J. Cholewa passed from this world on August 24, 2022. In his life Joe lived many roles – from refugee to successful businessman, from immigrant to soccer player, from son to husband to grandfather. Joe was a gracious host, an excellent dancer, and shot a solid game of pool. He built things and with his skills...

Aug 24, 2022

We are sad to announce the passing of Jason Michael McQueary age 46 of Carlinville, IL on August 24, 2022. Jason passed away at home, with his loved ones.

Jason leaves behind his devoted significant other Yvonne Rendon. Devoted father of Tyler McQueary, Gage Strother; stepchildren Desereé Held, Merlina Mike, Daphnie Mike-Jai, Rezelina Jai, Juliana...

Aug 23, 2022

Maria C. Avalos transitioned to her eternal life on August 23rd 2022 at 82 surrounded by her loving family in Chicago Illinois. Maria was born on September 27,1939 in Laredo Texas, born to Juan Hernandez and Paula Martinez Hernandez, she is one of 14 children.

At the age 5 Maria and her family...

Aug 22, 2022

Omar E. Chavez age 42 was born on February 5, 1980 to Abel Chavez Jr. and Elena San Miguel Gonzales in Chicago, Illinois. He transitioned into eternal rest on August 22, 2022, in Houston, Texas.

Omar is survived by his Cherished grandmother: Maria Elena Chavez, his mother: Elena San Miguel,  Gonzales, his siblings, Daughters: Mariana Chavez,...

Aug 21, 2022

Gary William Gately passed away on August 21, 2022. Private services to be held.

Aug 12, 2022

Anne C. Wysocki, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, went home to be with the Lord on August 12, 2022 at age 70. She was surrounded by family when she passed into eternity. Anne was born to Phillip Coyle and Kathleen T. Adams on December 14, 1951 in New Jersey. As a child she fell in love with music and...

Aug 11, 2022

Veronica Mata transitioned to her eternal life on August 11, 2022 at the age of 61, surrounded by her loving family in Chicago, Illinois. Veronica was born on October 22, 1960 in Santa Maria de los Angeles, Jalisco. She was born to Maria Saucedo and Gonzalo Mata. She is the third of four children: Gonzalo, Cuca, Vero, and...

Aug 6, 2022

Roger Paul Kalkis passed away on August 6, 2022. Cherished husband of the late Caroline (nee Lenz) Kalkis. Devoted father of Randall (Annie) Kalkis, Kathryn (James) Zboncak and the late Theran (Jodi) Kalkis. Proud grandfather of Scott (Ashley) Kalkis, Xiling Kalkis, Jennifer Kalkis, Rafe (Alexandria) Kalkis, Kristi (Joshua) Helgeson, Zachary (Courtney) Zboncak and Kelsey (Aaron) Means. Fond...

Jul 29, 2022

Vytautas Jusionis passed away on July 29, 2022. Funeral Mass will be held Saturday, August 6, 2022 at 9:30am at Blessed Jurgis Matulaitis Lithuanian Church, 14911 E. 127th St., Lemont.

Jul 26, 2022

Dr. Cheryl McKinley, age 75, passed away on July 26, 2022.  Devoted mother of Luke Baldauf-McKinley of St. Louis, MO, beloved daughter of the late James and the late Dorothy McKinley, sister of Marty (Pat) McKinley, the late Denise McKinley, and the late Valerie (Burrell) McKinley. Aunt of Paul, Michael, and Neal McKinley; cousin of the McKinley,...

Jul 23, 2022

Sam Joseph passed away on July, 23, 2022. Funeral service  will be 11 am July 27, 2022 at St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church, 455 79th Street, Burr Ridge. Burial will be in Clarendon Hills Cemetery.

Jul 10, 2022

Damian V. Fraga of Pilsen, Chicago, passed away on July 10, 2022. He was surrounded with his loving family at the age of 84 at Rush University Medical Hospital, in Chicago, Illinois.

Survived by his loving wife of 55 years Maria Inez. Six beloved children: Jesús “Chuy” Fraga, María “Fina” Rodríguez (Gelacio Rodríguez), Fernando Fraga, Sylvia Fraga,...

Jul 7, 2022

Jill E. Hiller (Gordon) transitioned into her everlasting life on the morning of July 7th, 2022.  She was surrounded by her loving family during this transition: Anne Gordon, Neil Gordon, Christine Gordon, Chris Hiller, Andrew Hiller, and Ian Hiller.  She was loved by countless nephews and nieces and her many friends around the world.

Jul 2, 2022

Alejandra Ramirez Cortez, passed away on July 2, 2022 at Mac Neal Hospital  in Berwyn, Illinois surrounded by her loving family.

Alejandra was from Tonalapa del Sur Guerrero, Mexico and immigrated to Chicago in the late 70’s.

Married to Lorenzo Pedro for many years and  in their union of...

Jun 26, 2022

Amy Lourdes Brown Bustamante,  Age 22 was suddenly and tragically taken from us on Sunday, June 26, 2022 but we know she was reunited with our mother exactly one year and one day after losing our mom. Amy was called by her family and friends Sherok Bustamante. Loving Daughter of the late Laura Bustamante. Dearest sister of: Megan Bustamante,...

Jun 25, 2022

Nancy Sales passed away on June 25, 2022. Private services to be held.

Jun 25, 2022

Martin Barcelo passed away on June 25, 2022. Private services to be held.

Jun 24, 2022

Christina Ambriz, age 68 went to be with Our Lord, Friday, June 24, 2022 at her residence in Chicago surrounded by her loving family.

Cherished mother of:  Peter S. Ambriz, Lisa Ambriz, Anthony Ambriz, Christopher Torres, Fabian M. Torres, Michael Vincent Torres and Raquel Torres. Loving daughter of: Martha D. Ambriz

Jun 20, 2022

Mia Marie Cockriel, 47, of Aurora, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, June 20, 2022.  The world has lost a beautiful, bright and wonderful shining light.  Mia had a big heart, a wicked sense of humor and an infectious laugh.  She was so full of life and was truly a special sister, daughter, Aunt, step-mom, partner, and...