Obituaries

Feb 2, 2026

Barbara Ellen (nee Hussey) Martinez, a Chicago native who long resided on the North Side, died February 2, 2026, at age 90. Wife, mother, and grandmother, she was known for a soft touch and gentle bearing with anyone she met, whether working as a clerk in dime stores in Rogers Park or later as an administrative assistant in the...

Feb 1, 2026

Kathleen A. Kehoe- (nee Moore) 79 years of age.  Beloved wife of the late Martin "Marty" J. Kehoe Jr – C.P.D.; devoted mother of Julie Kehoe Kopiec, Kelly (Jerry) Wisniewski, and Martin (Lynda) Kehoe;  proud grandmother of  Melanie and Brandon Kopiec, Joseph, Jamison, and Matthew Wisniewski, Martin, Maeve, and Paige Kehoe; proud great-grandmother  of Aiden, Nathan, and Chase Mendez;  ...

Jan 29, 2026

Marijo K. Ward (nee Galligan) - Retired C.P.D.  beloved wife of Michael;  loving mother of Bridget (David) Lonergan  and Colleen Ward;  proud and cherished grandmother of Bailey, Madeline and Ronan Lonergan;  dear sister of Marypat (Colin) Simpson, Joan (the late Bob) Albertson, John (Donna) Galligan, Ann (Lance) Aarstad and Kevin (Mary) Galligan;  devoted daughter of the late Pat and...

Jan 28, 2026

Joseph A. Siciliano, age 80, of Chicago passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 28, 2026 at his home. A memorial service will be held on Friday, February 13, 2026 4 - 7 pm. Service at 6 pm at Midtown Funeral Home and Cremation 3918 W. Irving Park Rd, Chicago. Joe was born on March 22, 1945 in Chicago, the...

Jan 24, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Thomas "Tom" Martin Comer, 83, of Chicago, on January 24, 2026.

Tom is survived by his brother John (Margaret) Comer, nephews Brian Comer and Kevin (Kara) Comer, grandnephews and grandnieces Colum, Anna, John, Marty, Elizabeth, Mary, Beatrice, Bridget, Ruth, Thomas and Millie Comer. His aunt Mary...

Jan 21, 2026

Patrick J. Murphy, age 57, passed away on January 21, 2026, after a long illness.  Patrick was a graduate of Notre Dame College Prep, Niles, Illinois and earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Illinois at Champaign.  Devoted son of the late Alfred and Nora Murphy.  Fond brother of Ann, Hugh (Laura), Kathleen (Richard) Froehlich, Mary...

Jan 20, 2026

Geraldine A Bunge 90   Passed away January 20, 2026.  Raised in Old Town area, St Michaels Parish.  Later moved to north side St. Matthias Parish. Employed for 35years at Chicago Miniature Lamps. Beloved daughter of the late Kathryn and late Lester.  Loving sister of Kathryn and late Eddie McPeak. She was the apple of the late Lucy and late...

Jan 18, 2026

Catherine (Kathleen) Mulcrone (nee Doherty), 90, native of Bogagh, Carrick, County Donegal, Ireland. Beloved wife of the late John; loving mother of Mary (Kevin) Marks, Dominick, Ann and John (Patty). Cherished Grandmother to Brian, Eamon (Catherine) and Colleen Marks; Declan (Maureen), Brendan, Shaun (Fiancée Therese), Michael, Liam, John Michael and Daniel Mulcrone.  Great grandmother of Maeve Mulcrone.  Dear sister...

Jan 9, 2026

Gloria O'Connor, age 95  passed away January 9, 2026.  Gloria was born and lived her whole life on the north side of Chicago.   She attended Waller High School.   After high school, Gloria worked for Amalgamated Meat Cutters in Chicago at Sheridan Road and Diversey Boulevard as a key punch operator.  She married Robert O'Connor on October 24, 1953 and...

Jan 6, 2026

John Woods, age 88, of Park Ridge and Palos Hills, native of Bushfield, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, Ireland, passed away peacefully on January 6, 2026. He will be lovingly missed by his wife of 62 years, Catherine Woods, née Cleary, of Castlebar, Co. Mayo. John passed away with his three children, Ann (Gerry) Langan, John (Joy), and Dan (Kelly), at...

Jan 6, 2026

John Cronin, born 1934 passed into eternal life on 01/06/2026.  John (91 years old) spent most of his life in Chicago, IL. He was born in Fort Robert, Ballineen, County Cork, Ireland.  John was preceded in death by his parents, Denis and Julia (nee Hurley), brothers Michael, Denis, Jerry, and Connie, and sister Bridie O'Mahony (nee Cronin).  John is...

Jan 6, 2026

Robert E. Sheehan - Ret. Capt. C.P.D.  beloved husband of the late Mary Ann (nee Link);  loving father of Timothy   Ret.  Arlington Heights P.D. (Maryann), Thomas, Ret C.P.D. (Debra) and Brian Ret. C.P.D. ; proud and cherished grandfather of Michael, Mark, Katie (Roger) Bozek-Sheehan, Kim (Steve) Ausmann, Tony, Thomas Jr. (Michelle), Maggie (Daniel) Sarti, Jillian, Conor and Emma;  Great...

Jan 4, 2026

Nancy S. Chevlin, a beloved mother, devoted wife, and dedicated educator, passed away peacefully on January 4, 2026, with her loving husband by her side. She was 88.

Born on February 27, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois, Nancy grew up on the city's south side alongside her two older sisters and younger brother. She graduated from Hirsch High...

Jan 3, 2026

Josephine Boyle Connolly, 1/1/31- 1/3/26. Beloved wife of 70 years of Thomas Connolly (ret'd CFD). Proud mother of seven children - Joseph, Charlie (Eileen), Cathleen (Mark) Robinson, Ann (Liam O'Connor), Thomas, Deirdre and Noreen. Beloved daughter of the late Mary (nee Moran) and Charles Boyle. Sister of Genevieve (Bob) Johnson and the late Kathleen Boyle. Loving grandmother of Erin...

Dec 30, 2025

Vincent " Enzo"  Ferraro, 78, of Des Plaines, formerly of Park Ridge, died on December 30, 2025, with his beloved family by his side.  Vincent was married to the love of his life, Lynne (O'Connor) Ferraro for 57 years. Together they raised two children, Christine, a second grade teacher, and Philip (Erica) ,CPD .Vincent was extremely proud that his ...

Dec 23, 2025

Michael Francis McCann, 80, of Park Ridge and a native of Kiltobranks, Ballaghedereen, County Roscommon, Ireland, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Michael was the devoted husband of 53 years to Sarah, nee Hoey, a native of Omeath, County Louth, Ireland. He was the loving father of Sheila (the late Daniel) Stanton, Michael...

Dec 23, 2025

Helen V. Finley, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2025, at the age of 102. Born in 1923, in Chicago, Helen was a member of the Greatest Generation. Her life reflected the resilience, sacrifice, and devotion to family that defined that era.   Helen married John J. Finley on September 25, 1948, and together...

Dec 15, 2025

Pamela "Pam" W. Romano, beloved wife and best friend of the late Anthony "Buddy", loving mother of Anthony (Susan), Dominic (Lisa) and Jeffry. Fond Nanna of Marisa, Gianna, Anthony, Justin, Michael, Joseph and John. Dear sister of Rick (the late Nancy) and Ken (the late Nancy). Cherished aunt to many nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday December 20, 2025 at...

Dec 11, 2025

Audrey M. Smith - beloved wife of the late Raymond Smith;  loving mother of Daniel "Whitey" and the late Jeffrey Smith;  great Mother in Law to Kristine Smith.  She will be dearly missed.

Dec 11, 2025

Thomas S. Larsen - "The Good One"  beloved husband of Bernie (nee Gallagher);  loving father of Deirdre and Tara (Kevin) McGrath;  proud and cherished grandfather of of Killian and Finn;  dear brother of Jo (Denis) VonPontz, John (Becky) Larsen, sister in law Barb and the late Gail, the late Jim, the late Connie, the late Eileen and the late...