Obituaries

Jan 15, 2024

James Kearns, age 65 passed away suddenly on January 15th in Park Ridge IL. Beloved son of the late Jerry and Eileen Kearns. Dear brother to Elizabeth (Jeff) Ulanski, Larry Kearns, Janie (Pat) Fallon, Julie (Cary) Betti, Ellen (David) Hendrix, And the late Tom Kearns and Robert (Terry) Kearns. Loving uncle, cousin and friend to many.

Jim...

Jan 14, 2024

Anthony Giusto Erbacci - age 98, passed away peacefully on Sunday January 14th, 2024, while at home surrounded by his family.  Anthony is survived by his devoted wife, Dorothy (nee Demas);  his children, Riccardo Erbacci, Anthony (Vicki) Erbacci, Angela (Craig) Farley, Athena (Jim) Brick, Justin (Katya) Erbacci, Anastasia (Jack) Cannon, Bill (Michele) Erbacci and his many grandchildren and great...

Jan 8, 2024

Richard Hallinan - Son of the late Bridget and Pete;  brother of the late Austin and a friend to many.

Memorial visitation Friday May 3, 2024 3:00pm- 7:00pm service 5:30pm at Cooney Funeral Home located at 625 Busse Hwy. in Park Ridge.

Jan 6, 2024

Maureen "Moe" Digan (nee Burke), age 56, left this world suddenly on January 6, 2024. Beloved wife of Tom Digan. Devoted and doting mother to her three children, Makayla, Tommy, Declan, & future son-in-law, Matt Cacciatore. Loving daughter to parents Edmond and Eileen Burke. Loyal sister to Theresa Burke and Delia (Pat) Ronan. Adored aunt to Sean, Maeve, Maggie...

Jan 1, 2024

Alice Sweeney, born July 18, 1925 in Castleisland, Kerry, Ireland passed away peacefully on January 1, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Sweeney, she is survived by her children Marian Sweeney (William Milbourn) and Kevin Sweeney (Barbara Meyer). Alice worked many years as a Registered Nurse caring for thousands of people. A special thank you to her devoted...

Dec 30, 2023

Herbert W. Volker, age 93 passed away peacefully at home on December 30, 2023 with his daughter Monica by his side. In his final days he was surrounded by family and friends. Herb was a loving and devoted husband to his wife Kathleen (passed on August 25, 2007) for 54 wonderful years. Herb and Katie had three girls, Angela,...

Dec 30, 2023

Ann "Annie" Marie Higginbotham (nee Burns)October 10, 1941 – December 30, 2023On December 30, 2023 Ann passed away peacefully in her sleep. Ann is survived by her husband Carl, daughter Kelly Ryan (Tom) and their children Bridget and Brady. Preceded in death by her parents Ann and Daniel Burns and sister Bonnie Schnieter .Ann was a caring and devoted...

Dec 30, 2023

Chao, José Rafael (Jan. 22, 1932-Dec. 30, 2023). José Rafael Chao of Chicago, IL passed peacefully in his sleep at home on Saturday, December 30th. Originally from Manzanillo, Cuba, José and his wife -- Ines Rosa Vera de Chao -- fled to the U.S. in 1967 with their three sons, José B. (Christine), José A., and José R., Jr....

Dec 29, 2023

Joseph E. Meyer died peacefully in his sleep on December 29th, 2023. He is survived by his beloved wife Barbara nee Roggow, his son Brian and daughter in law Carolyn. He was a dear brother to Barbara Starzyk, Thomas Meyer (Sundy), Patricia Butterfield (Thomas), Robert Meyer (Kimberly), and the late Merriane McGowan (James). He was a beloved uncle and...

Dec 28, 2023

Jack A. Baillie , age 82 passed away on the morning of December 28, 2023. Jack was a loving and devoted husband to his wife Mary Rose (nee McCole) of 57 years. Loving Uncle to many nephews and nieces. Jack was born in Aberdeen, Scotland on April 14, 1941 and came to Chicago in 1960. Jack worked 32 years...

Dec 28, 2023

Virginia Rose  Ryan Born Sept 15, 1928 passed away peacefully at her home on December 28th 2023.  She is survived by her brother James Levell, her children Patricia Ryan, Susan Ryan, Judith and Paul Bianchi, Terry Ryan, Thomas (Cheryl) Ryan, and Mary Frances (Mark) Nicosia. Loving grandmother of Nadia (Chad) Coplen, Natasha (Brian) Birch, Talia (Mike) Anders, Molly Marie...

Dec 28, 2023

Sgt. Mark "Marco" Whitney Forrest, loving husband of Randi Vassil Forrest, dear father of Matthew (Allyson) and Molly. Loving grandfather of 2 (Olivia and Baby Forrest due 1/20). Fond brother of Annette, Steven (Diane), Linda (Dennis), Mary, Maureen (Dan), Scott (Nancy), Michael (Cindi), and Kevin. Wonderful uncle to many. Fond brother-in-law of Scott (Kellie). Proudly served over 30 years...

Dec 25, 2023

Patricia J. Mitchell, "Pat," age 85, passed away on the morning of December 25.

She was the dearest mother of Christopher (Chardonnee) and Sarah, and grandmother, "Gigi," to Marleigh and Kingston.

Pat was born in Blue Island, Illinois to Henry and Winnie Goldman. She has four younger siblings, Peg (Bill) Burke, Penny (Mike) Schmitz, Ken...

Dec 25, 2023

Matthew John Jostock, 67 years old of Crystal Lake, IL,  passed away unexpectedly on Christmas Day, 2023. Born  in Chicago, IL, the son of Henry and Cecelia (nee Young) Jostock and lived in Crystal Lake, IL, since 2002. Matt worked as a National Service Director for Weber Marking Systems for thirty years before leaving to pursue other interests. Survivors...

Dec 23, 2023

Margaret E. Lyon - beloved wife of the late Howard Sr.;  loving mother of John (Brandy) and the late Howard;  proud grandmother of Jonna, Eamon, Sean, Brenden, Kevin and Timothy.  Memorial visitation Saturday Jan. 6 from 3-7 p.m.  Funeral Service at 6 p.m.  Info 847-685-1002 www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

Dec 23, 2023

Mary Catherine Mulcrone January 7, 1944 - December 23, 2023 Mary Catherine Mulcrone age 79, of Chicago, passed away on December 23, 2023. Teacher Education: Bachelor in Education from Edgewood in Madison WI. Master in Early Childhood from Rosary in River Forest,IL. Loving daughter of Michael J. and Catherine Mulcrone. Dear sister to Patrick(Loretta), John (Denise), Michael J. Jr....

Dec 22, 2023

Adam T. Niminski, age 85 passed away peacefully at home on December 22, 2023. Adam was a loving and devoted husband to his wife Roberta of 46 wonderful years. Adam and Roberta were blessed to have a blended and loving family of eight children Nick, Nancy (passed), Gail, Gary, Greg (passed), Lanni, Tom and Kim. Adam was also the...

Dec 22, 2023

Maura C. Keane (nee Dagg) passed away peacefully at home on December 22, 2023. Beloved wife of the late John "Jack" Keane, dearest mother of Brian (Barbara), Kathleen (Joseph) Schmidt and the late Maureen and John; devoted daughter of the late John and the late Mary Dagg; dear sister of the late Sean (Mary), the late Una (the late...

Dec 21, 2023

Magdalena Jost grew up during the Great Depression in a German enclave in the former Yugoslavia, where she was grateful if she received an orange for a gift at Christmas–and then she shared it with her five brothers and sisters. During World War II, she remembered hiding under the hay bales at her family farm when Nazi soldiers arrived....

Dec 16, 2023

Warren A. Laufenberg, age 83, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2023. He was born in Chicago on December 5, 1940, to the late Louis and Elsie (nee Paetsch).

Warren is survived by his childhood sweetheart and wife of 63 years Josephine (nee Speciale); Loving Father of Deborah (Michael Walker), Jeffery, and the late Michael; Cherished Grandfather...