Obituaries

Mar 17, 2017

Felipe M. Espaldon, M.D. Beloved husband of Diana (nee Vinzons); loving father of Philip (April) ; dear grandfather of Sophie and Penelope; fond brother of Soledad (Ruben) Reyes, the late Romulo, Ernesto, Fe, Leonor, Manuel, Lilia and Zenaida.  Visitation at Cooney Funeral Home, 3918 W. Irving Park Rd., Chicago on Monday from 3 to 9 p.m.  Funeral Tuesday. 9:30 a.m....

Mar 16, 2017

Jacques "Jack" A. Groth, Beloved Husband and long term partner to Kurt L. Johnson, passed away on March 16, 2017 surrounded by family and friends. Born in Chicago, Illinois to Jack (deceased) and Mary Groth, Jacques became an accomplished visual artist who was taught to appreciate the art and beauty that permeated his life. He attended Audubon School, Carl Schurz...

Mar 15, 2017

Hartnett, J. Michael – beloved husband of Felicia Czerwionka-Hartnett;  loving brother of Jeanne Marie and Sr. Kathryn Hartnett O.P.;  beloved uncle of many nieces and nephews and great uncle to many  grand nieces and nephews.  Dear cousin and  friend of many.  Former  teacher at Quigley North High School and Mundelein College.  Retired   Director of Training from  Resurrection Hospital.  Visitation Friday...

Mar 13, 2017

Norma A. Murk (nee Sebesta) beloved wife of the late Mati; loving mother of Theresa, Thomas and Robert (Jill) Conner; proud and cherished grandmother of Kimberley, Samantha, Nicole, Robert and Andrew.  Visitation at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge on Saturday from 2 to 7 p.m.  Interment private. For info (847) 685-1002 – www.cooneyfuneralhome.com.

Mar 13, 2017

Joseph A. Staller Dearest son of Elisabeth (nee Pokorny) and the late John Staller. Fond brother of John E. (Margaret M.), Frank N. (Bonnie) and Nikolaus (Katherine). Devoted uncle of Lea Staller. Visitation at Cooney Funeral Home 3918 W. Irving Park Rd. Sunday from 3 to 8 P.M.. Funeral Monday 9:30 A.M. to St.Wenceslaus Church for mass at 10 A.M....

Mar 9, 2017

James M. Savoie, age 58, beloved father of Elie (Hannah), Delaney, Madeline and Sophie,   passed away unexpectedly. Married to Veronica (nee Brown) for 27 years. Survived by his siblings Leonard, Joan, Paul, Donald (Sandra), Bob (Candace), Mary (Terry), John (Marcy), Billy (Chung Oak) and Carol;  fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Memorial visitation and funeral service will take place...

Mar 7, 2017

Robert G. Benson, 67, passed away at home on March 7th following a courageous battle with cancer. A graduate of the American Conservatory of Music, Bob's lifelong passion for music was enormous. A gifted pianist, composer, orchestra leader, teacher, arranger and vocal coach, his artistry touched and delighted many lives and careers.     Surviving are his lifelong partner and  friend Sylvia...

Mar 7, 2017

Thomas Markle - Proud Veteran of U.S.M.C. ; loving father of Kathleen (Francisco Alverez) Markle, Pamela (Benjamin) Walker, Patrick and the late Kimberly (Kurt) Woodward;  frandfather of Alexander, Jacqueline, Anthony and Abigail Alvarez, Megan, Jonathan and Joshua Walker, Katie, Kelli and Brandon Woodward;  husband of Mary (nee Barry).  Memorial visitation will take place at a later date.  Arrangements by Cooney...

Mar 7, 2017

Dorothy E. Pauga Beloved wife of the late John. Beloved and loving mother of Marilyn (Monica), John, Charles, David (Jayne) and Laura. Loving grandmother of Nicole, Craig and Stephen. Fond aunt of several nieces and nephews. Friend to many. Visitation Thursday at Cooney Funeral Home 3918 W. Irving Park Rd. from 3 to 9 P.M.. Funeral service Friday 11:00 A.M....

Mar 5, 2017

Patrick J. Ridge, Jr. loving father of Brendon, Jack and Nicole; dear grandfather of Orion; dear son of Patrick J. Sr. and the late Patricia; loving brother of Martin (Peter), Mary (Mark) Giovannetti and Michael; fond uncle to Mikey, Rosie, Sean, Louie, Patty, Joey, Seamus and Liam.  Visitation at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge on Wednesday from...

Mar 5, 2017

Gannon, James G.  loving son of the late John and Marie;  dear brother of the late Margarite Wolter and the late Jack.  He was a lifetime friend of Virginia Santoro.  James is remembered for almost 50 years of teaching English at Lane Tech and Truman College where he was professor of English for 30 years and Chairman of the English...

Mar 2, 2017

Van Metre Lund Beloved husband of the late Roslyn (nee Rosen) and former husband of Thelma (nee Gjellstad); dear father of James (Linda), John (Madeline), Kenneth (the late Nanci) and Robert (Patricia); loving grandfather of Kirsten, Jeffrey (Cathy), Sonja (Tony), Elizabeth (Nick), Katherine (Daniel), Nels, Erik, Michael, Lena and Van Metre Lund; great-grandfather of Caitlin, Meghan, Madalyn, Brooklyn, Cooper, Savannah,...

Mar 1, 2017

Mar 1, 2017

Rev. W. Barry Moriarty C.M. 77, of Chicago, Illinois, died on March 1, 2017, surrounded by family, friends, and many fellow Vincentian priests at DePaul Vincentian Residence in Chicago. Beloved son the late Theresa (Ryan) and Daniel Moriarty; brother to the late Daniel Moriarty (Kaye); the late Carol Sweeney (Ted); Sr. Rita Moriarty, CSJ; Sharon (Doug) Waite; Terry Moriarty; Mary...

Feb 28, 2017

Joseph J. Rosa- 93, of Park Ridge;  loving brother of Helen and the late Henry (Carol);  fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.  Army Veteran of WWII.  Visitation 9 a.m. - 12 noon Saturday with a service at noon at Cooney Funeral Home 625 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge.  Interment private.  Info 847-685-1002 www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

Feb 25, 2017

Paul Michael Ward, 61, of Elgin, Ill., died peacefully at his home on February 25, 2017. Paul was born in Chicago on November 6, 1955, to Margaret and Michael Ward. He attended Gordon Technical High School and earned his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science from DePaul University before going on to serve as a market manager at Jewel Foods...

Feb 24, 2017

Laurence A. Butler, 82, Native of Ballycallan, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland, died peacefully at home. Beloved husband of Ann nee McNicholas for over 51 years.   Loving father to Dennis (Wendy), Theresa (Tom) Connolly, Larry, Sean (Sarah), Aidan (Melissa), and devoted grandfather to Brenden, Maggie, Claire, Mae, Catherine, Billy, Quinn, Annie Rose, Sadie and Sullivan. Preceded in death by his father James...

Feb 24, 2017

Hiram "Hi" Thornton - beloved husband of the late Stella (nee Zavala); loving father of Mona (George Pike), David (Kim) and William (Gale); devoted grandfather of David, Taylor, Matthew, Stella and Ava;  dear brother of Thomas and Edward;Visitation Tuesday 9:00-11:30am Service at 11:30 am at Cooney Funeral Home 625 Busse Hwy Park Ridge..  Interment Maryhill.  In lieu of flowers donations...

Feb 22, 2017

Feb 21, 2017

September 29, 1934 – February 21, 2017. Elaine Hofer, wife of the late Donald Hermanson, sister-in-law to Ardelle Scohy, stepsister to Charles Selinka, and a good friend to many. Elaine will be remembered for her gentle and loving nature. She was an avid horse back rider and loved all animals, especially cats. She was generous and giving to all creatures,...