Obituaries

Mar 30, 2023

Angelo Aaknes

December 31, 1991 – March 30, 2023

Angelo Ramon Emil Aaknes (Chuck), 31; beloved son of Tamara Aaknes; loving brother of Antonio Aaknes and Alexiana Centeno; adored grandson of Conrad & Mary Ann Aaknes, Donna Vega, and Steve Brown; proud uncle of Lilliana Aaknes. He will be forever remembered by his uncles, Rick,...

Mar 30, 2023

John Arnold Charles Kraak, "Jack", 20, of Chicago passed away on Thursday, March 30, 2023, in Harwood Heights, Illinois.

Friends and family can pay their respects on Friday, April 7, 2023, at Cooney Funeral Home, 625 Busse Hwy, Park Ridge, Illinois. Visitation will be from 3 to 8 p.m. with a moment of prayer at 3 p.m....

Mar 30, 2023

Erin Elizabeth Ravelingeen (nee Halloran), age 46, of Chicago, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Thursday, March 30th after a courageous battle with cancer, surrounded by her loving family and friends.

Erin was the beloved wife and best friend of Nick; remarkable mother of Trudy and Mason; precious daughter of Bernie and Patty; treasured big sister...

Mar 28, 2023

Chris Skafidas of Park Ridge, IL, age 87 passed away on March 28, 2023 surrounded by his family. Beloved husband of Angela (Karas); loving father of Pam (Tom) Brander and the late Ted; adored Papa of Christopher, Tommy and Katie; loving brother to Ted (Sylvia) and Angeliki (John); brother in law to George and Sandra Karas; uncle and friend...

Mar 27, 2023

Fred Scheidt, of Park Ridge IL, age 82 passed away on Monday, March 27, 2023 at his home. Fred was born in Sakule, Yugoslavia, in 1940, and moved to Germany as a child. As a young adult, Fred worked for Mercedes-Benz, played semi-professional soccer, and enjoyed riding his motorcycle. He lost half of his big toe in a motorcycle...

Mar 25, 2023

John E. Konopinski, age 101, passed away on March 25th, 2023 surrounded by his family.

John was born on November 4, 1921 in Chicago, IL. Beloved husband of Diana (nee Lambert); loving father of Sheila (Patrick) Teahan and John (Jody) Konopinski; cherished grandfather of Elizabeth (fiancé Andrew Scola), PJ, and Aidan Teahan, Meredith and Lauren Konopinski; brother-in-law...

Mar 18, 2023

Charles (Chuck) Sailer passed away unexpectedly on March 18, 2023 at the age of 68. His loved ones are deeply saddened and shocked of his sudden death. Chuck is survived by his life partner and longtime companion of over 35 years, Jessica Gyselinck, as well as his children, Tiffany (Uriel) Lamas, Angie (Jason) Link, Charles (Jeffrey) Sailer and Lola...

Mar 17, 2023

Robert F. Ewald, 98 years of age, passed away on March 17th, 2023. Bob was born May 5th, 1924, to the late Frederick and Florence Ewald in Newark, New Jersey. He was married to his beloved wife Jeanine and was the proud father of the late George, the late Jack (Laura), the late William, the late Robert, and Steven...

Mar 15, 2023

Nicholas Guerrieri, 92, died peacefully on Wednesday, March 15. Nick was born June 20, 1930 to John and Mildred Guerrieri in Chicago, Illinois. He was married to the late Charleen (McCue) and is the beloved father of Renee (John) Childress and Aimee (Michael) Kelly.; dear grandfather to Matt, Kate, Grace, Coleman and Eamon; loving brother to Marion, Madeline (Chuck)...

Mar 14, 2023

Thomas J. Sullivan, 83, died peacefully on Tuesday, March 14. Thomas was born November 14, 1939 to Stephen and Barbara (Griffin) Sullivan in Rosmuc, County Galway, Ireland. Devoted and loving husband for 55 years to Ann Sullivan nee McGuire. Loving father to Noreen Pavlis, Barbara (Thomas) Van Etten, Kathleen (Thomas) Gaertner, and Amy. Proud Dado to 12 grandchildren; Anne...

Mar 13, 2023

Holly Jo Dohnal of Chicago age 93, passed away peacefully in her sleep March 13, 2023. Life partner of the late Theodore Costa; beloved mother of Jeff (Alexi) and Brian (Deborah) Dohnal; sister to Virginia Macquarie and the late John Gibson; Nana to Mathew, Ryan (Zoe), Meghan (Kevin), Kate (Jake), Bryden, Jaclyn (Colin) and Jessica (Brian); great Nana to...

Mar 11, 2023

Captain Gary E. Bazarek, Ret. CPD, 93 years of age of Chicago, passed away on March 11, 2023. Gary Bazarek was born on December 22, 1929, to Detective Edward Bazarek and his wife Sarah (nee Geary). Gary was the youngest of three children that included an older brother, the late Lt. Stanley F. Bazarek CPD, and the late Gloria...

Mar 11, 2023

Katharina Engert (nee Bartl), 90, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 11, 2023. Her years long struggles with Parkinson's are finally over. Rest in peace Katie. You will be sorely missed.

Katie was born December 1, 1932 in Banatski Dowr, Yugoslavia. Beloved wife of the late Josef Engert; loving sister of John Bartl (Edith); proud...

Mar 11, 2023

Betty Koran was married to the late Ronald Koran Sr. for over 50 years; loving mother to Ronald Koran Jr., the late Kenneth, the late Timothy, Kimberly, and Jennifer; dear grandmother to Nicole (Irwin), PJ, Vanessa, Samantha (Emmanuel), Alexandria, Lauren, and Antonio; proud great grandmother to 19; devoted sister to Dolores (Chuck) Schumann and June (Ross) Nuccio, and sister...

Mar 10, 2023

Brigid Madden (nee Folan) 81, died Friday, March 10th with her girls by her side. Bridgie was born June 13, 1941 in Roundstone, Co. Galway Ireland to Pat and Delia Folan. In addition to her parents, she was predeceased by her sisters Maureen and Veronica and nephew John Nee. She is survived by her daughters Maura (Chris) and Patricia,...

Mar 9, 2023

Frances Louise Martinelli was born February 01, 1959 to Ernest and Alice Day in Chicago IL. Frances was the third of five siblings. Frances is survived by her Mother and siblings Edward C. Day, Susan M. Jeske (Tom), Ronald L. Day (Justine), and Catherine L. Dopak.

Frances was a confirmed Catholic and attended Alvernia Catholic High School...

Mar 7, 2023

Jack "MoonDog" Mooney, 75, passed away on March 7, 2023. Jack was born on May 30, 1947 in Chicago, Illinois. Beloved son of the late James and Ann Mooney; dear brother of the late Patricia, Don and Bill; loving husband of Claudia Aluise-Mooney; beloved father of Jacqueline (Mike) Wilson and Jami (Jim) Mahan; grandfather of Anthony and Kendall; fond...

Mar 3, 2023

In loving memory of Gino Ralph DiCesare, who passed away on March 3rd, 2023. Beloved father to Andrew and Gina (Nathan); loving brother to Antoinetta; cherished grandfather to Jack, and step-grandfather to Natalie and Riley; fond uncle to many nieces and nephews, and a great friend to all. Preceded in death by his wife Carolyn, mother Lavina, father Gino,...

Mar 3, 2023

James (Jim) C Karkazis, 86, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2023. Beloved husband of Phyllis Karkazis (nee Kouretsos); loving father of Anastasia (Steven) Heffner, Mark (Carolyn) Karkazis, and Dean (Jennifer) Karkazis; loving grandfather of Francesca, Stephanie, Katrina, Samantha, Lauren and Adam; dear brother of the late Lambros (late Helen), late Helen (late Chris) Pappademos, late Daphine (late George)...

Mar 1, 2023

Joseph Zachary Zucchero passed away unexpectedly on March 1, 2023 at the age of 69. His loved ones are deeply saddened and shocked by his sudden death. Joseph was born on February 21, 1954.

Joseph is survived by his loving wife Camille (nee Eng) of 45 years, as well as his children, Christopher (Kacey), and Lauren, siblings...