Obituaries

Oct 3, 2022

Rosemary Cushing, 89, was born in Chicago, IL on August 27, 1933 and died at home on October 3, 2022.  A friend of Bill W for 50 years. She was preceded in death by her parents John and Mary Joyce. Survived by her children Maryann (Patrick) Smith, Rosemary (Herb) Lick, John (Theresa Santore), Kathleen, Eileen (Dave) Kosar, Edward Jr....

Oct 1, 2022

Patrick J. Keane, 66 of Des Plaines was born October 6, 1955 in Chicago to the late Patrick and Bridget (nee Heneghan) Keane and passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on October 1, 2022. Patrick was the beloved husband of Debra A. (nee Dreis); loving father of Michael (Monica) Keane, Kevin Keane, and Corinne (Alex) Tagansky; cherished...

Sep 28, 2022

Patricia (Tricia) White-Martinelli, (Dec 6, 1966- Sept 28, 2022) passed away at her home on September 28th. Beloved mother of Isabella; daughter of the late Michael and Kathleen; dear sister of Tom (Tamara) White, Jennifer (Jim) Kelly, Michael White, Kathleen (Sean) Brady; cherished aunt of Austin, Liam, Emily, Thomas, Patrick, Colin, Declan and Sloane; dear niece of Rose (John)...

Sep 27, 2022

Dorothy Bridget Driscoll (nee Finnegan)

Dorothy Driscoll was a loving mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She left this world on September 27, 2022 at the age of 84.

She was born to Walter and Mary Finnegan on October 26, 1937 and grew up in Oak Park, Illinois. Dorothy graduated from Trinity High School, class of...

Sep 24, 2022

Mary E. Costales (August 21, 1949 - September 24, 2022) age 73 passed away in Naperville, IL surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife of the late Frederick (Fred) Costales, mother of Frederick II and Marianne (Ramiro) Costales-Roman; proud and cherished grandmother of Janea, Selena-Gloria and Vanessa. Mary was born to Joseph Cano and the late Dolores Cano (Benavidez)...

Sep 18, 2022

Kenneth C. Stuart, 88, of Park Ridge passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on September 18, 2022. Served from 1956 – 1958 in the United States Army. Beloved husband of the late Yvonne nee DeMars; loving father of Sandra (John) Covey and Susan (Richard) Langmaack; proud and cherished grandfather of twins Andrew and Kyle Oleksy and Matthew...

Sep 18, 2022

Memmel, Aloysius J.: Born on December 14, 1928 went to be with his Lord on September 18, 2022.

Al was a Deacon at St. Paul of the Cross (Park Ridge, IL) and veteran US Army (Korea).  Beloved husband of Bette (nee Loeffler).  Father of Terence (Cindy), Kevin (Toni) and Kathleen (Raymond) Azzi.  Grandfather of Terence (Jennifer) Memmel,...

Sep 15, 2022

Josephine "Josie" Mercado Evilla was a caring daughter, sister, wife, mother, grandmother and great grandmother. She left this world on Thursday, September 15, 2022.

Josie was born to Jose Austria Mercado and Trinidad Albano Mercado on December 18, 1937 in Vintar Ilocos Norte, Philippines. She was the oldest of five children, including herself, Shirley, Jose Jr, Victory...

Sep 14, 2022

Michael "Mike" Hart, 54, of Park Ridge

Michael "Mike" G. Hart was a loving husband, father, brother and friend to everyone. He left this world suddenly on Sept. 14th, 2022, at age 54.

He was born to Paul and Diana Hart, and grew up in Cicero with his sisters Amy Hart and Diane (Craig Barringer)....

Sep 13, 2022

Johnson, Theodore R. "Ted"

Theodore R. Johnson, 86. Life-long partner of 58 years to James Patrick Foley. Born in Monmouth, IL. Beloved son of the late Roy Aleck Johnson and Vera Adeline Fahlund; beloved brother of the late Delbert Leroy Johnson; also survived by his sister-in-law Ann Louise Johnson, nephews Gregory Alan Johnson and Bryan Noel Johnson,...

Sep 12, 2022

Richard Raymond Rush, former Lakeview community activist dead at 90

December 28, 1931 – September 12, 2022

Richard Raymond Rush died Sept. 8, at his home in Lake View community of Chicago. He was born in Minneapolis on December 28, 1931, to the late Stanley and Eleanor (nee Owczarzak) Rush.

Mr. Rush grew...

Sep 11, 2022

James Michael Monahan, devoted son of Roy V. and Kathryn V. Monahan (nee Devine); fond brother of William J. (Barbara), the late Robert V., Lois M. Hauptmann, John A., Jean R. Moses, and Sr. M. Thomas Leo Monahan OP; loving uncle of 19, great uncle and great great uncle to many; fond nephew of the late Anna M. and...

Sep 11, 2022

Patricia Ann "Patti Ann" Thornton (nee Gallagher)--Beloved wife of Tommy Joe; very proud mother of Megan and Joey; dear sister of Michael, CPD retired, (Clemencia) Gallagher; loving daughter of the late Patsy and Bernie Gallagher; dear sister-in-law of Pat (Kathie) Thornton, Mary Thornton, Michael (Joanne) Thornton and Eileen (Sean) Kearns; fun and loving aunt of Michael (Carly), Molly, Annemarie...

Sep 11, 2022

Ryszard Zejer a devoted husband, father and grandfather passed away peacefully in his home on September 11, 2022 in Chicago, IL at age of 74. Ryszard was born to late Stanislaw and Aldona Zejer on March 12, 1948 in Stawiski, Poland. Ryszard was a loving, generous and a hard working guy who loved his family dearly. Ryszard is survived...

Sep 8, 2022

James C. Nolan of Chicago, IL, formerly of Dublin, Ireland passed away peacefully on September 8, 2022. Beloved Husband of the late Ethna (Curtis). Loving Father of James P., Martha M., and Patrick S. (Maureen). Grandad to Megan, Cailey, Andrew and Catherine. Cherished Son of the late James and Christina (née Tuite). Loving Brother to Kathleen (late John), Maureen...

Sep 6, 2022

Silvio Christopher of Park Ridge, passed away peacefully on September 6, 2022. He was predeceased by his parents, Anna and John, and sisters Carmela, Mary and Jennie. He was a loving uncle and great uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Interment private at All Saints Cemetery. For information please call 847-685-1002 or visit www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

Sep 5, 2022

Carol A. Bianchini - (nee Marvin)  Beloved wife of Donald; loving mother of Anthony (Susie), Paul, Donald Jr. (Tabatha), Lisa (Matthew) Daquilante, and Jennifer (David) Biedron; proud and cherished grandmother of Anthony, Joseph, Sam, Max, David, Calee and Madelyn. A memorial visitation will be held on Wednesday, September 28 from 3:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. with a service at 7:00 p.m....

Sep 4, 2022

Edward H. Marsalek, 98 years old, July 22, 1924-September 4, 2022.  Loving Husband of Ann (Pollace) Marsalek for over 62 years. Loving Father of Judge Diann Marsalek (Roger McAuliffe-Deceased), Carolyn Marsalek and Edward Marsalek (Joyce Wonsil). Loving Grandfather of Nicholas, Alex and Peter Marsalek (Deceased).  Son of Frank and Karolina Marsalek (Both Deceased). Loving brother of Stanley (Jean), Betty...

Sep 1, 2022

O'Donnell, Eileen F.  Age 60, Retired CPD Detective. Devoted twin sister of Deborah (Daniel) Helfenbein and loving sister of James G. O'Donnell, Jr. Beloved daughter of the late Beverly A. O'Donnell, nee Kaehn and the late James G. O'Donnell, Sr., Retired CPD. Dear niece of Jon, Retired CPD (Kathleen) Kaehn. Adored dog mom to Shamus and cherished friend to...

Aug 31, 2022

Margaret M. (Peggy) Andersen, 75, passed away surrounded by family on August 31, 2022. Daughter of the late Allen F. Bollin (ret. CFD) and the late RoseMarie Bollin.  Wife of the late Dennis R. Andersen. Sister to the late James (the late Charliene) Bollin (ret. CPD), the late Allen F. Bollin Jr. (ret. CFD), Timothy (Cathleen) Bollin, Robert (Lisa)...