Obituaries

Aug 6, 2023

Linda Marie Franchi, beloved wife, fur mom, sister, aunt and devoted friend, passed on August 6, 2023. She is survived by husband Phil, canine companion Mac, sister Sonya Skipper, brothers-in-law Frankie and David, sister-in-law Marie, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins and as many friends as there are stars in the sky. Preceded in death by parents John and Mina...

Aug 6, 2023

Margaret M. Keogh -   At peace after a long illness.  Beloved partner and best friend of the late Jimmy Donavan;  Funeral Mass Wednesday at St. Paul of the Cross.  Friends are asked to meet there for a 12 noon Mass.  Entombment All Saints Cemetery.  Arrangements by Cooney Funeral Home 847-685-1002  www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

Aug 5, 2023

Mags Muraski (nee Reidy) , beloved wife of Thomas Muraski:  loving mother of Gerard (Annette), Shane (Sinead), Christy (Scott), Carrie (Marty), and Cathie; cherished grandmother to Rachel, Cian, Nathan, Amelia, Phoebe, Dylan, Jake, Sienna, Bella, Kenna, Hailey, and Connor; dear sister to Josephine, Mary, Ann, Brigid, Teresa, Ita, Geraldine, Richard, and Pauline; fond aunt and cousin to many, passed...

Jul 31, 2023

Thomas Francis Firak, of Chicago, IL. Beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away July 31, 2023 at the age of 73. Thomas was a Professional Photographer and lifelong White Sox fan.  We'll all miss the summer days spent swimming, grilling and hanging out in the backyard. Rest in peace Papa.

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Jul 29, 2023

William P. Powers - beloved husband of the late Grace M. "Renee" ;  loving father of Timothy (Judith), Daniel, Beth (John) Fedorschak, Kathy (Mike) Hoffman and Marty (Brenda) Powers;  proud  and cherished grandfather of Claire, Morrisey and Maggie Powers, Sarah and Bill Smith, Colleen and Michael Hoffman and Adam and Brian Powers;  great grandfather of Molly Morrissey;  brother of...

Jul 28, 2023

Kathleen C. Calumet - (nee Cunningham)  beloved wife of Peter:  loving mother of Michael (Angie), Kathleen "Kiki" (Betsy) and Tricia (Marty) McGrath;  proud and cherished grandmother of Joey, Allie, Emily, Matthew, Austyn and Braden Calumet and Sully, Sadie and Teagan McGrath;  dear sister of Mary Jo, Michael (Peggy) and the late Jim (The late Mary Jane) Cunningham;  fond aunt...

Jul 26, 2023

Visitation will take place at the Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge, IL on Thursday, August 3 at 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM. A mass will take place on Thursday, August 3 at 12:30 PM at St. Paul of the Cross in Park Ridge. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery.

Jul 26, 2023

Linka M. Jones, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2023, surrounded by family. Beloved wife of 55 years to Roger A. Jones.  Loving Mother of Kimberly Jones, Mark Jones, and Mary Jo Marchetta, née Jones; cherished Nana to Christina Jones, Daniel Jones, Jonathan Jones, and Michaelene Marchetta; sister of the late Paul Kirst; fond aunt, cousin, and friend of...

Jul 23, 2023

Kathleen Patricia Needham, loving mother of Emily, Grace, Joseph, and Megan, and dog mom to Lolli, passed away on July 23rd, 2023. Her greatest joy in life was being a mother to her four children. She was devoted to her children's happiness and pursuits and was immensely proud of their accomplishments. She was a second mom to her children's...

Jul 23, 2023

Patricia "Pat" Farrell Smith was born in Chicago, Illinois on 6 July 1932 to John Farrell and Anita Farrell nee Kelley. Two well-loved brothers, William Farrell and Jack Farrell passed prior to her death, while her sisters-in-law Mary (John) Barrett and Eileen Smith survive her passing.

Pat was the loving and caring wife of Peter "Pete" Smith...

Jul 21, 2023

Visitation will take place at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy., Park Ridge, IL on Monday, July at 31 3:00PM - 8:00PM. A mass will take place on Tuesday, August 1 at 10:00AM at Our Lady of Guadalupe in Des Plaines.

Jul 21, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of loving husband, father, and dear friend, Jack Starostecki. Jack was born on February 10, 1966, in Poland to Danuta & Grzegorz Starostecki. Jack loved architecture, travel and adventure. After a 2 year struggle and surrounded by friends and family, on Friday July 21, 2023, Jack lost his battle...

Jul 21, 2023

We mourn our loss but celebrate the life of Raymond "Ray" O'Machel. Ray, 73, passed away peacefully at home on July 21st, 2023. He was a beloved husband to Carla O'Machel, an amazing father to Kristin Norte (Andrew) and Lauren O'Machel (Ian fiancé of) and a devoted grandfather to his "Little Buddy", Ezra Ray Norte. He was also a...

Jul 20, 2023

Margaret "Peggy" Conway, nee Stanton, age 90 of Chicago, IL

Passed away Thursday, July 20, 2023 surrounded by her family.

Loving wife of the late Michael J. Conway.

Dear mother of Bridget Burk, Mary (Robert) Klepek, Michael (Elizabeth) Conway and Anne (Bryon) Becker and the late Margaret M. (Robert A.) Park.

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Jul 18, 2023

Visitation will be held at Cooney Funeral Home located at 625 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge on Saturday July 22, 2023 from 10:00 am to 12:00pm. 12:00pm prayers going to Mary Seat of Wisdom for a 12:30 mass. Interment All Saints. For more information please call 847-685-1002

Jul 13, 2023

It is with great sadness that the family of Florence Urso announces her passing on July 13, 2023 at the age of 103. Florence was the loving wife of Dominc who passed away in 1986, and an incredibly wonderful mother to Donna Urso Smolik (Donald) and Tom Urso. She cherished her grandchildren Dawn Smolik Nuccio (Anthony), Don Smolik Jr....

Jul 12, 2023

Carole F. Durso-  beloved wife of Michael;  loving mother of Alan and Gina Nutting and the late Clayton; loving grandmother of Justin, Brandon and Brianna; dear sister of the late Yvonne Hernandez;  fond aunt of Bobby, Ronnie, Jennifer, Jackie, Janeen, Arnold, Jessica and Nicholas.  A letter from Michael to his wife.  To my wife, Carole Durso:  Retired nurse of...

Jul 11, 2023

Isabel Insidioso, 79, of Norridge formerly of Iguala, Mexico passed on July 11th, 2023. Loving wife of Ronald Insidioso for 46 years. Dearest mother of Elizabeth "Lisa" (Mike) Hendrickson and Ronald D. (Liz) Humphrey. Beloved grandmother of Dominic Hendrickson. Dear sister of Petra, Alberto, Alicia, Teofilo, William, Josephine, Victoria, Leticia and the late Christina, Genaro. Beloved aunt of many....

Jul 9, 2023

Frank O'Grady proud native of Kilgeever, Louisburgh, County Mayo, Ireland; beloved husband of his wife Eileen (Nee Kennelly), who passed in 2014; Son of Patrick and Nora O'Grady, loving father of Kevin (CFD), Maureen  O'Grady-Tuohy, Desi (Kathy, nee O'Leary), Eileen (Martin) Newell and the late Noreen Brigid; cherished grandfather of Chris O'Grady, Liam, Tara, and Seamus Tuohy, Desmond, Abbie,...

Jul 8, 2023

David Lawrence Sippel age 84 of Chicago passed away peacefully at home on July 8, 2023. Son of late Lawrence and Katherine Sippel; brother to the late Hugh, Susan, Katherine and survived by his loving sister Janet. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife Bernadette (O'Malley) of over 60 years; devoted father of James (Tammy), Mark (Elizabeth), Rebecca...