Obituaries

Aug 2, 2024

Mercedes Laurie, beloved wife of the late Lawrence, loving mother of Nicholaus and Jenna (Nathan); cherished grandmother of baby Nathan; dear sister of MaryLou, Barbara, the late Gabriel, and Deborah. A memorial service for Mercedes will be held Friday, August 9, 2024 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge, IL 60068....

Jul 29, 2024

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"Jon" Jonathon Francis Lassa, beloved husband of Liz, devoted father of Jon Luke, Jayce, and Juliet, and son of the late Robert and Lois Lassa. Jon came from a big family and is survived by Joe, Peter, Paul (Palmyra), Jim (Debbie), Pam Dauby (Pierre), Jerry (Shane), Phil, and Patrice. He will be missed by many nieces...

Jul 27, 2024

Anna Rose McDonnell, nee Kelaher. Native of Stradrinan, Ballinamore, Co. Leitrim, Ireland; beloved wife of the late Patrick; loving mother of Margaret (Bryan) Holy, Joann (Michael) Rinozzi, Bernadette (Anthony Smith) McDonnell; and Michael (MaryPat) McDonnell; dear grandmother of Mary Kate (Kevin Schwendt) and Meghan Holy, Brenda, Sheila, and Christina Rinozzi, Sheila, Peggy, James, and John McDonnell; cherished great-grandmother of...

Jul 23, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of Michael ("Mike") Patrick Wright announces his passing on July 23rd, 2024. Mike is the son of Porter Wright and Karen (Gates) Woodard (stepfather Ronald Woodard). Mike is the former husband of Bertha (Espino) Wright, loving father of Brian (Karlene), Chad (Kayla), Zach (Angie), and Charlie (Rosemary). He is also the...

Jul 23, 2024

Jean M. Mulkerin - (nee Manro) beloved wife of the late Jack; loving mother of Linda (Ron) Bujko, Michael (Linda), Donna (Ron) Hessler and Dan (Lisa Johnson);  proud and cherished grandmother of John, Patrick, Lydia (Alejandro) Perez, Sean and Garrett.  She loved being a homemaker and she is so grateful that God gave her the gifts and skills she...

Jul 22, 2024

Barbara Hartnack, 89, of Chicago, IL, passed away peacefully on July 22, 2024. Born in 1934, in Jersey City, NJ, to Mary Gertrude Sullivan and Robert Bell, Barbara later moved to Muncie, IN. After graduating high school, she began her career at the CIA in Washington, DC, where she met and married Karl Hartnack. They had three daughters: Katie,...

Jul 19, 2024

Martin Patrick Lowery (1958-2024) July 19, 2024. Marty was a loving husband, father, brother, uncle, cousin, and trusted friend to many. He was an outdoorsman who loved hiking, camping, fishing, and hunting. Marty was always willing to share his hunting skills with those who were interested. He was especially happy when Sean and many of his nephews joined him...

Jul 18, 2024

Quy Do, 72, of Chicago and formerly of South Vietnam after a brief illness passed July 18, 2024. Loving father of Kristin Do and Dan (Kim Nguyen) Do. Dear grandfather of Ivy and Max. Quy is survived by seven fond uncles and many friends.

A visitation will be held at Cooney Funeral Home

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Jul 10, 2024

Sean Patrick Gibbons, age 47, a lifelong Chicago resident and beloved son and brother, passed away on the evening of Wednesday, July 10th, 2024. It is with great sadness that we mourn the death of Sean, yet family and friends find solace in knowing he is at peace and surely entered heaven with a big smile on his face,...

Jul 6, 2024

Brian Gregory Schnoebelen - suddenly, devoted son of Kathleen (nee Spellman) and Gregory; Estranged Father to Mac and Crosby, Loving brother to the late Christopher, Sarah (Dan) Meike, Molly (Billy) Lagos, uncle to Melody, William and Hunter.  Grandson, Nephew ,Cousin and a friend to all. A celebration of Life will take place honoring Brian Gregory Schnoebelen on Saturday,  September...

Jun 30, 2024

Bernadette (Bernie) Hanik, age 64, passed away peacefully late Sunday June 30 th , with family by her side, after a 13 month valiant effort against the cruel world of a glioblastoma. Throughout the journey, Bernie never lost her sense of humor, her classic one-liners, and infectious smile. Bernie loved her position as a Travel and Expense Specialist for...

Jun 25, 2024

James Patrick Cahill, 82, passed away peacefully on June 25, 2024 surrounded by his "girls". He was preceded in death by his parents, James and Ann Cahill. Beloved husband of Patricia (nee O'Malley) for 57 years. Loving father to his three daughters, Maureen Fitzsimons (the late Tom), Susan (Joe) Sullivan and Peggy (Dave) Donovan. Loving Papa to Tommy and...

Jun 25, 2024

Winifred J. Coffey (nee McManamon)- beloved mother of Laurence (Patricia), Joan (Kelly) Yunker, Patrick (Sarah), Kevin (Carol),Nora (the late Robert) O'Donovan, Timothy (Joyce), John (Audrey) and Michael (Susan). Special co-mother to Kevin King, her original Uber driver.

Proud and cherished Grandmother of Erin (Adam) Middleton, Megan (Alex) Lott, Sarah Yunker (Todd Pequeen), Shaye (James) Sorenson, Sean Yunker...

Jun 23, 2024

Eduardo Aguilera, 57, of Arlington Heights, formerly of Durango, Mexico, after a brief illness, passed June 23, 2024.

Loving father of Hugo Aguilera, Erik Aguilera, and Danny Aguilera. Dearest brother of Lupo, Soccoro, Luis, and Javier. Cherished uncle & friend to many, he will be dearly missed.

In life, Eduardo was a part of the...

Jun 22, 2024

William Roberts - beloved husband of the late Rita;  loving father of William (Eileen), Kathy Pierce, Michael (Michelle) and Susan Tracy;  proud and cherished grandfather of Caitlin, Ryan, Kelsey, Shanna (John), Michael, Jake, Julie, Claire, Madeline, Quinn and Jack;  great grandfather of  Ethan,  McKenzie, McKayla, McKinley and Mason. Korean War, U.S. Army Veteran. Honorable member of Tatler Post 973....

Jun 20, 2024

Mary Philomena (Dee) O'Brien, born on May 13th, 1944, passed away on June 20th, 2024 after giving it 110% everyday during her cancer battle. A native of Kilrossanty, County Waterford, Ireland. Devoted wife of the late Liam, the most loving and wonderful Mom to Michael Jefferson and Jennifer Nora (Marc) Marcussen, the  extraordinary Mema to Liam, Grace and Henry....

Jun 17, 2024

Elisabeth Krueger (nee Schoentag), 94, preceded in death by her loving husband Arnold; fond sister of Karoline Turek, Helene Schoentag, Kathy Boehm, and Joanne Mueller; preceded in death by the late John Schoentag and Anna Schmidt. Visitation Thursday 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at St. Andrew's Lutheran Church, 260 N Northwest Hwy., Park Ridge. Service at 10:30 a.m.  Interment...

Jun 16, 2024

Michael Conway Sr., age 86, passed away suddenly on June 16, 2024. He was born in Tourmakeady, County Mayo, Ireland. He was married to his wife of 62 years Vera (nee Noone). Devoted Father of Kathy (Dan), Michael Jr, John (CJ) and the late Mary. Proud Grandfather of Keith, Shane, Kayla, Delaney and Emily. Loving sister Mary (late John)...

Jun 16, 2024

Dominick McNicholas, 89. Beloved husband of the late Mary Ellen nee Cardiff, loving father of Michael (Helene), and James (Maureen). Devoted grandfather of Ellen (James) Smith, Michael (Katelynn), Christine, Meghan, Kaitlin, and Emily McNicholas. Great grandfather of Theodore, Abigail, and William Smith, and Michael McNicholas. Fond brother of John (Angela), and the late Michael (the late Joan), Thomas (the...

Jun 15, 2024

Hugh Gilgunn, 91, of Mt. Prospect, Illinois peacefully departed this life surrounded by his family on June 15, 2024. Born February 19, 1933 in Minkeeragh, Glenfarne, County Leitrim, Ireland, Hugh was the beloved husband of Mary (nee Daly) of Clonmaskil, Delvin, County Westmeath, Ireland. Hugh was the dearest father of Thomas (Kimberly), Matthew (Kathleen), Elizabeth and Hughie (Mary Alice)....