Obituaries

Aug 25, 2021

On Wednesday August 25, 2021, Sandra Lee Kubitz, loving mother of four children, passed away at the age of 81.

Sandy was born February 28, 1940, in Toledo Ohio to Robert and Edna Sprengel. Sandra earned a Masters in Education, devoted her career days to troubled youth with many years as an educator in Louisville Kentucky at...

Aug 24, 2021

Mary Kathryn Vitek (nee Castiglioni) Age 76, passed. Mary Kay, aka, Rusti, grew up on the North Side of Chicago in the West Lake View neighborhood. She met Elmer, her husband of 56 years, on a blind date – even though they lived 2 blocks away from each other – they never met until that moment. Mary Kay attended...

Aug 24, 2021

Newsom, Dana--Devoted father of Jack and Samantha; beloved son of the late Dorothy and Donald Newsom; former husband and friend of Susan (nee Buechele); loving nephew of Florence Ann Newsom; friend of many. U.S. Army Veteran. Inurnment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, IL on Friday Sept. 3 at 10 a.m. For information please call 847-685-1002 or visit...

Aug 24, 2021

John  Haggerty - beloved husband of Maureen (nee King);  loving son of the late Thomas and Julia Hegarty; fond brother of the late Michael, the late Mary (Jack) Spellissy, the late Julia (Tom) Smythe, and the late Margaret (Michael) Strange; brother in law of Edward Michael King; proud uncle of many nieces and nephews. John was born in Co....

Aug 23, 2021

Charles Roy Farley, 65, of Niles, IL passed away peacefully on Monday, August 23, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of Maureen Gleason for 42 wonderful years; amazing father of Erin Farley (Jeff Hingtgen), Brian (Sarah) Farley, Sean CPD (Jacqueline) Farley, Brendan (Nicole) Farley, Gavin (Kelsey) Farley, Austin Farley, and Dylan (Meghan McGinty) Farley; and cherished grandfather/papa...

Aug 22, 2021

Eileen M. Feehan (77) of Park Ridge, passed away from pancreatic cancer. Loving mother of Vince and Pete (Gissela Guzzo) Brueck and the late Colleen Selep; cherished grandmother to Amanda (Blake Battaglia) and Jake Selep (Yessica Gutierrez), and Rose Eileen Brueck; treasured great grandmother to Grayson Battaglia. Born to the late Thomas and Nora (nee Geraghty) Feehan, loving sister...

Aug 21, 2021

Catherine Monica Lynch (nee Raleigh), 86, passed away peacefully surrounded by family after a lengthy battle with cancer. Came from Newcastle West Co. Limerick Ireland for a bit and stayed the rest of her life. Monica was a dedicated mother and friend. She started her nursing career at the Richmond in Dublin, moving to the US and working at...

Aug 17, 2021

Kenneth L. Johnson passed away at his home August 17,2021 in his home. He was a loved dad, brother, cousin and friend. Survived by his sons Christopher (Kandy) and Kevin, and his sister Joyce (Mike). We ask in his memory make a donation in his name to a animal rescue. For information please call 847-685-1002 or visit www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

Aug 15, 2021

On March 7, 1953, Hector T. Montanez was born to the late Guillermo Montanez and Candida Serrano. He was a caring and loving man who was always there for everyone. He loved his family and his Harley Motorcycle. He was a hard worker. He leaves a legacy of how one should treat their fellow man. On August 15, 2021...

Aug 13, 2021

Thomas Perez.  Visitation Monday, August 16th, 3 pm -7 pm. at Cooney Funeral Home, 3918 W. Irving Park Rd.   Funeral Tuesday, August 17th, 10:00 am at St. Sylvester's Roman Catholic Church (2157 N Humboldt Blvd, Chicago, IL 60647). For information please call 773-588-5850 or visit www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

Aug 11, 2021

Donald Gilbert Wittmann was born on September 30th, 1957 in Chicago, IL and passed away on August 11th, 2021 in Rutherfordton, NC where he had recently moved to enjoy beautiful scenery with room for his beloved pups, Rocky and Ginger, to run and play. Don had a heart of gold and will be missed by so many. He is...

Aug 11, 2021

Rev. William "Bill" McNulty - Beloved son of the late Ellen (nee McDonnell) and William; loving brother of the late Therese McNulty; dear cousin of many here at home in American and abroad in England, Ireland and Australia; A friend of many. An ordained Catholic priest for 60 years. Fr. McNulty served in many parishes, most recently as pastor...

Aug 9, 2021

William Callaghan, age 72. Born in Chicago, Illinois on July 8, 1949. Passed away in Port Orange, Florida. Dear son of the late William and Elizabeth; loving brother of Mary (Tom) Riggs; fond uncle of many. Visitation will be held on Saturday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. at Cooney Funeral Home located at 625...

Aug 8, 2021

Felipe "Phil/Lipo" Gustavo Sanchez passed away unexpectedly on August 8,2021 at the age of 48. Felipe is survived by his parents, Catalina and Salvador Sanchez. Felipe is lovingly remembered by his children, Roberto (Alexis ), Felipe Jr. , Veronica, Catalina, Sebastian, and Isabella; his grandson, Leonardo; his brothers and sister; his nieces and nephews; and wife, Yolanda. Felipe was...

Aug 8, 2021

Michael "Gator" Busa passed away on Sunday August 8th 2021 surrounded by his immediate family. He was born to parents Carmen and Ruth Busa who preceded him in death. In life he was a proud union bricklayer for the City of Chicago. He leaves behind his loving partner in life Christine Swinton, his son Michael (Kelly) Busa, his daughter...

Aug 7, 2021

Terrence (Terry) Michael Melchiori, 67, life-long resident of Chicago, passed away on August 7, 2021, from Covid-19 while on vacation in Florida.

Born August 8, 1953, Terry attended St. Andrew School and Carl Schurz High School.  Terry was engrossed in Chicago politics and began his career with the Chicago Park District as a Parking and Transportation Manager. ...

Aug 7, 2021

Betty Ann Vogel, 79 - Beloved aunt, sister, friend, listener, house fairy, and confidant. Betty passed in peace surrounded by her many loved ones from near and far.  Sister to Marilyn (Vogel) Spietz, aunt to Trina Kakacek (John), Erin Molek (Timothy), great aunt to Elyse, McMillen, Dirk, Greta, lifelong friend to Celeste and her children Lisa, Elizabeth, Lauren and...

Aug 6, 2021

Thomas F. Markham--Retired CFD. Beloved husband of Sophie Radlowski; loving father of Timothy (Melissa), and Christina (Michael) Booker; grandfather of Grace, Patrick, Samantha, Alexander, Michael Thomas, Michael, Robert, and Anna; dear brother of Gerald (Kay), the late Eileen (Robert) Lewandowski, and Timothy; dear brother in law of Cecelia Radlowski and Margaret Radlowski (Angelo Mannarelli); loving uncle to many nieces,...

Aug 5, 2021

Martin "Marty" J. Kehoe Jr - 77 years of age. Beloved husband of Kathleen Kehoe (nee Moore); devoted father of Julie Kehoe Kopiec, Kelly (Jerry) Wisniewski, and Martin (Lynda) Kehoe; son of the late Martin Sr Julia (Kennedy) Kehoe; proud grandfather Melanie and Brandon Kopiec, Joseph, Jamison, and Matthew Wisniewski, Martin, Maeve, and Paige Kehoe; proud great-grandfather of Aiden,...

Aug 5, 2021

Elsie B. Sittner (Mateling)--Visitation will be held on Monday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 1:00 p.m. at Cooney Funeral Home located at 625 Busse Hwy. in Park Ridge. Interment St. Joseph Cemetery. For information please call 847-685-1002 or visit www.cooneyfuneralhome.com