Obituaries

Jan 26, 2021

Gabriel Romeo Popa, 59, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2021. Beloved father of two children, Alin and Roxana, who he was unendingly proud of and always tried his best to support them. Anyone who knew Gabriel, knew that he was the most loving father and husband a family could ask for. Gabriel lived a fulfilled and warm life,...

Jan 25, 2021

John V. DeWerd: August 19, 1966 - January 25, 2021

On Monday, January 25th, John passed away suddenly after a prolonged illness resulting from a stroke. John graduated from Crookston High School, was an Eagle Scout and went on to get a degree from North Dakota State University. John moved to Chicago and worked as a graphic...

Jan 25, 2021

Phillip Melzer - suddenly, beloved husband of Maureen (nee Doyle);  loving father of Caitlin and Kelly Melzer;  dear brother and uncle of many.  A memorial celebration to honor Phillip will be held in the future.  Arrangements by Cooney Funeral Home

Jan 25, 2021

James J (Jim) Malone, age 94 passed away on January 25, 2021. A proud graduate of St Gregory Grade School, Quigley High School, he earned his bachelor's degree at Loyola University after honorable service in the United States Navy during WWII. He met the love of his life, Ann Hegarty, at a dance at Queen of Angels Catholic Church. ...

Jan 25, 2021

Nancy Jane Gaughan (nee Garey) peacefully passed away on January 25, 2021 after a three month struggle with a series of health challenges. She will always be remembered as making everyone in her presence happy. She was the cherished mother of 3 children: Jim, Susan, and John, and their spouses, Ann Hoffmann, Arthur Nolan, and Laura Gaughan. She was...

Jan 24, 2021

John Ganz was a loving husband to Leopoldine for more than 67 years and proud father of Helga, John W., Trudy and son-in-law Dan. He accomplished things beyond expectation during his lifetime. His family and friends are proud to give him this final acknowledgment and farewell. The family has requested private services. Please do not send flowers, just make...

Jan 23, 2021

Janet Jakobsze - (nee Gibala)  beloved wife of the late Stanley;  loving mother of John (Donna), Edward (Karen) and Henry (Noreen);  proud and cherished grandmother of Matthew, Jessica, Katrina, Robert, Thomas, Daniel, Evan, Bryan and Scott.  Visitation Saturday from 9-11 a.m. at St. Robert Bellarmine Church (4646 N. Austin in Chicago) with a Funeral Mass at 11 a.m. Due...

Jan 21, 2021

James W. Palmer, 90, of Chicago and Naples, FL passed away peacefully at his home, surrounded by his loving family on January 21, 2021. He was the beloved husband of Mary Carol (Burns) for 70 years; devoted father to Kathleen (Will) Isherwood, Maureen (Pat) McCracken, Bill (Peg), Jim (Diana), Mike (Michele), and the late Peggy; proud Grandpa of 17...

Jan 19, 2021

Karen Farley, beloved wife of Bruce; devoted mother of Dan (Darianne) Farley and Jeanne Farley; loving grandmother "mamie" of Ethan, Brionna, and Jake; fond sister of Kathleen (Don) Doll; loving aunt to Kim (Steve) DeLaCruz; great aunt to Tommy, Kaleigh, and Mackenzie.  Private graveside services were held with immediate family 1/21/2021 at Rosehill Cemetery.  In her memory we suggest...

Jan 19, 2021

On Tuesday, January 19, 2021, Daniel Patrick O'Donnell, loving and devoted husband of Kathleen (McAvoy) passed away suddenly at age 80. Dan was born February 19, 1940. Growing up in Lakeview he attended DePaul Academy and DePaul University. In 1969 Dan became co-owner of Armitage Hardware and quickly became known as a leader in the community with a generous...

Jan 17, 2021

Maria de los Angeles Ebeid passed away in the early hours of January 17th, 2021. Maria, who was often called "Macusa" by close friends and family, was born August 25th, 1937 in Baracoa, Cuba to Carolina Palomares Toirac and Manuel Perdices Peñes. Raised mostly in Havana, Maria earned a Bachelor of Arts and Science from Arturo Montori and attended...

Jan 17, 2021

James 'Jimmy' Zahn passed away peacefully on January 17, reunited with his mother Julia Caine Zahn and his father Nicholas Zahn. Jimmy is survived by his sisters Patricia (Tal) Howell, Kathleen (Allen) Ackermann and Nancy (Steve) Stanford. Jimmy leaves behind many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. Jimmy enjoyed bowling, golf and the Chicago Cubs. He will be...

Jan 17, 2021

DEACON  DANIEL PATINO, age 81.  At home on Sunday afternoon, Jan. 17,2021. He served as Deacon for many years at Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Chicago.  Beloved husband of the late Maria "Cuca" Patino (2019). Loving father of  Daniel N., Monica ( Ron) Peace, Cristina ( John) Swiatnicki and Rocio (Jose) Palacios. Cherished grandfather of Daniel, Erik, Samantha,...

Jan 14, 2021

Mary Quinn O'Connor passed away peacefully at home January 14, 2021. She was a cherished mother of 5 children: Ciaran, Diarmuid, Neasa (Omari Johnson), Deirdre and Fionnuala O'Connor, and wife to Mossie O'Connor. Devoted Nan to Ciara Johnson. Dear sister to Sean, Eille, Paudie, Peigi, Deirdre, Lulu, Beirni, Pat and Muiris Quinn. Mary was a dear friend to so...

Jan 13, 2021

Nicholas John Sherbula, a 60 year resident of Park Ridge, passed away January 13, 2021 at age 96. Born November 24, 1924 in Blue Island to Stanley and Mary Sherbula. Nick grew up in Chicago, was a decorated World War II Veteran, and had a career with the IRS, retiring in 1979. Loving husband of the late Vera (nee...

Jan 12, 2021

Alice Walsh—Visitation will be held on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. until time of service at 11:00 a.m. at Cooney Funeral Home located at 625 Busse Hwy in Park Ridge. Interment All Saints Cemetery. A live stream of the service can be viewed at https://m.facebook.com/cooneyfuneralhome/ For information please call 847-685-1002 or visit www.cooneyfuneralhome.com

Jan 11, 2021

Floyd Glenn Miller, 85, of Chicago, died on January 11, 2021 of COVID-19. He was the beloved husband of Elizabeth (Hoffmann) Miller for 58 years. Devoted father of Liesl (Kenneth) Orenic, Andrew (Tanya) and John (Maia) and loving grandfather to Frances and Lucinda Orenic and Charlotte and Henry Miller. He is preceded in death by his parents Harvey Schiffermiller...

Jan 9, 2021

Donna Mae Forrest--Beloved daughter of Elsie Caulkins; loving wife of the late John "Jack" Forrest; dear mother of Annette Howell, Steven (Diane), Linda (Dennis) Nilson, Mary Hopkins, Mark (Randi), Maureen (Dan) Fisher, Scott (Nancy), Michael (Cindy) and Kevin. Proud grandmother of 22, she was a great grandmother and a great great grandmother. Her life will be celebrated at Mass...

Jan 8, 2021

Sally Jean Berveiler (nee Cerveny)—Loving mother of Nicholas (Rose), Laura (Charles) Crawford, Emily (Casey Sager) Berveiler, and Michael (Melody) Claussen; devoted grandmother of Evan, Natalie, Easton, Brittany, Hannah, and Frank; great grandmother of Aubrey; fond sister of Nancy (the late Joe) Storey, and Bill (Kelly). Former employee of State of Illinois Rehabilitation. Services will be held at a later...

Jan 7, 2021

O'Donnell, Thomas M., 92, of Chicago and long-time resident of Niles. Thomas was the beloved husband of Adonai ("Ado") for 57 years, loving father of Theresa (Mark) Anderson, Thomas (Jane), Loretta, Patricia (Frank) Janiga, the late infant Gerard, Jerome, and Kevin (Cynthia). Proud grandfather of Katherine (Vrej), John, Shawn, Kelly (Steven), Michael (Deeann), Gwendolyn, Matthew (Christina), Brian, Catherine, Claire...