Obituaries

Jan 28, 2024

Eugene (Owen) O'Regan, age 92 passed away peacefully in his home on January 28, 2024.  He was a native of Fairhill, Cork City, Ireland..  Dearly beloved husband of Jane.  Loving father  of Eileen (Herb), Kathy (Craig), Maureen (Tony). Owenie had seven siblings and is survived by Liz (Tynan)  and John.  Cherished Papa of Erin, Alex, Kristin, Lauren, Brian, Kevin,...

Jan 28, 2024

John Kennedy - beloved husband of the late Sandra (nee Kotecki); dear uncle of many nieces and nephews; preceded in death by his siblings Margaret (Martin) Harlow, Rita (Henry) Mueller, Francis (Emily), Patrick (Nancy) and Nancy (Richard) Stern.  Visitation Saturday morning from 8:00 a,m, to 9:30 a.m. going to St. Paul of the Cross Church for 10 a.m. Mass. ...

Jan 22, 2024

Kelly O'Hara - suddenly passed away - beloved mother of Nevaeh Grace O'Hara; daughter of Ann O'Hara and Steve Garten:  dear sister of Jennifer, Marianne, Nicki, Melissa, Samantha and Steve; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews;  granddaughter of Verna Clark. Memorial visitation Tuesday 4-7 p.m. at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy Park Ridge.  In lieu of flowers,...

Jan 22, 2024

Margaret "Rita" Giiligan originally from Loughglynn, County Roscommon Ireland passed away January 22nd with her son by her side. Daughter of the late Patrick and Delia Gilligan. Preceded in death by brother Paddy Gilligan and sister Eileen Gilligan. She is survived by her loving son and best friend, Steve Dreyer. Her sister Ann (late Patrick) McGeever. Her nephew Patrick...

Jan 19, 2024

William N. Larson, aged 89, passed away on Friday, January 19, 2024. Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 62 years, Marcia Larson; daughters Chris Larson and Laura (Scott) Morrison; grandchildren Maya, Hope, Jackie, and Robert; sister Carol Loew-Kalbas; and many nieces and nephews.

Born in Chicago to Lavina (nee Massie) Larson and William A. Larson,...

Jan 19, 2024

Mary K. Whitney (nee Tiernan) - beloved wife of the late John;  devoted daughter of the late Mary (nee McIntyre) and Patrick Tiernan;  loving mother of Mary Ann (Robert) Missak, James (Patricia) and Margie (Scott) Balogh;  proud and cherished grandmother of Stephanie (Ryan) Farmer, Michelle (Kyle) Ewert and Steven Missak, Sean (Jillian), Kelly, Bridget Whitney, Lauren (Michael) Marietti, Shannon...

Jan 18, 2024

James Dye, 57, of New Lenox, IL passed away at his Florida vacation home on January 18, 2024 due to sudden complications from leukemia. A loving son, brother, uncle, teacher, mentor, and friend to many, James is survived by his father Jack Dye (Astrid), sister Jill Ruschak (Mark) and niece Catherine Ruschak (Michael). He was preceded in death by...

Jan 17, 2024

John McLoughlin, 67, beloved partner of Mary Leonardo, sister Bernadette (Thomas) Staszewski, and his many loving aunts, uncles, and cousins. He was preceded in death by his loving parents, Patrick F. McLoughlin (native of County Mayo Ireland), Kathleen (Flannery)McLoughlin, and his brother Patrick J. McLoughlin. The family would like to thank John's caregivers throughout his final years, especially Mark...

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.

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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...