Obituaries

Sep 9, 2025

Kathleen T. "Kathy" Kelly, nee Vahey of Chicago, passed away on September 9, 2025. For 56 years, she was the devoted and loving wife of John. Wonderful mother to Maureen (Jorge) Perez, Colleen (Tom) Hogan, Kathleen (Dan) Kelly Colgan and Megan Kelly. Most loved Meemaw of Eileen, Johnny and MaryKate Hogan; Caroline, Brendan, Patrick and Nora Colgan; Jack, Matthew...

Sep 6, 2025

Michael R. Tobias

It is with much love and sadness that we share the tragic passing of Michael R. Tobias, age 50. Mike's sudden and unexpected death is a devastating loss for his family, friends, and all who were fortunate to know him.

Born on August 23, 1975, in Defiance, Ohio, Mike was a devoted...

Sep 6, 2025

Rosalina "Rosa" Lopez (nee Valencia) of Des Plaines, IL, passed away at Evanston Hospital after a valiant battle with cancer on September 6, 2025 at the young age of 55.

In her lifetime, Rosa was defined by her devotion to the five "F" words: Family, Friends, Flowers, Food, and Fun. She loved spending time with her friends...

Sep 4, 2025

Eileen Heneghan, 86 Of Seangorth Co Mayo Ireland passed away on Thursday Sept 4, 2025.  Loving aunt of Mary Pat (Joseph) Kohberger, Eileen (Brian) Stout, Thomas (Robin) Heneghan, James (MaryKay) Heneghan and Kevin (Erin) Heneghan. Adoring Great Aunt of Jimmy Kohberger, Murray Heneghan, Ted Heneghan, Finn Heneghan, Betsy Heneghan and Harper Roisin Heneghan. Fond sister to Nancy Heneghan (Srah,...

Sep 3, 2025

Mary Brigid (Mai) Gilgunn nee Daly, 89, of Mt. Prospect, Illinois peacefully departed this life surrounded by her family on September 3, 2025. Born May 2, 1936, in Clonmaskil, Delvin, Co. Westmeath, Ireland, she was the daughter of the late Elizabeth nee Leavy and Matthew Daly; Beloved wife of 60 years of the late Hugh, devoted mother of Thomas...

Sep 3, 2025

Eleanor Haisler – (nee Erl) beloved wife of the late Franklin C. ; loving mother of Judith, Carol (Danny) Millard and Charles (Linda); proud and cherished grandmother of Michael, Krystina, Ashley, Crystal, Charles Jr. and the late Peter;  great grandmother to Zoey, Ava and Mya.  Services will be held in private.  Arrangements by Cooney Funeral Home 847-685-1002

Sep 1, 2025

Jerome L. Gavin, 76, passed away on September 1 with his family at his side.  Beloved husband of Margaret (nee Haley), loving father of Colleen (Kevin) Crotty, the late Kathryn, and Bridget (Scott) Davis. Proud and cherished grandfather of Annie, Grace, and Clare Crotty and Matthew, John, and Kathryn Davis. Dear brother of Patrick (Pamela) Devaney. Devoted son of...

Aug 30, 2025

Maryann "Maureen" Guinane (nee O'Neill) Beloved wife of the late Andrew. Loving mother of Michael (Lori) Guinane, Andy Guinane, Anna (Frank) Scimone, and Sean Guinane. Proud and cherished grandmother of Michael, Andrew, Patrick, Eileen, Meghan, and Anthony; great grandmother of Martin, Peter, Owen, and Charlie; dear sister of the late Margaret, Danny, Jimmy, Owen, and John Joe. Fond aunt...

Aug 28, 2025

John Urbanski, 85, at peace on 8/28/2025. Survived by cherished wife Cheryl Urbanski married for 45 loving years. Devoted father of Michelle (Anthony) Affetto, Buddy (Daniella) Watson, Kimberly (Mark) Kinastowski, Kevin Watson, Paula (Frank) Bruno, and Jonathan (Kathryn) Urbanski. Proud grandfather of Heather (Jamie), Holly (Eric), Anthony, Tabitha, Sebastian, Fabian, Josephine, Pauline, Joey, Francesco, Mario, Alliviera, Evan, Maxwell, Nathan,...

Aug 22, 2025

Thomas Edward Tolan, 66, formerly of Park Ridge and Libertyville, Illinois, fell asleep in the Lord on August 22, 2025. Tom was born on September 11, 1958, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Edward and Mary Tolan. Beloved brother of Paula, William, his dear twin, Diana (Panayiotis), and Stephen (Mary). Cherished uncle of Demetra (Alexandros), James, Veronica (Blake), Stephen...

Aug 18, 2025

Lynn, Catherine M. 95 nee Flannery passed away peacefully on August 18, 2025. Beloved wife of the late John F. Lynn, CFD. Loving mother of Cathy (Matt) Salatino, and Terri (Shaun) Fleischhacker. Cherished Grandmother of Ava and Danny Salatino, and Aidan and Brennan Fleischhacker. Dear sister of Norine and Theresa Flannery. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Preceded...

Aug 18, 2025

Kathryn "Katie" Spielmann, 96 years young, passed away August 18, 2025.  Born August 4, 1929 at Saint Francis Hospital in Evanston, IL.  She lived almost her entire life in Park Ridge, IL.

Loving daughter of the late Harold J. Spielmann and the late Kathryn Cox Spielmann and sister of the late Peter Spielmann.  Survived by her cousin...

Aug 15, 2025

Arthur Whiteside, 87, at peace August 15th, 2025. Beloved Husband of Rosemary Whiteside née Anderson for 65 amazing years. Dear son of the late Emmett and Martha Whiteside, née Gloss. Loving and devoted father of Sheila (Tony Zagone), Sharon, Christopher (Nadia, née Romanos), Gregory (Debbie, née McGovern), the late Brian (Linda, née Nordquist), Michael (Paula, née Huber), Joanne (Daryl...

Aug 14, 2025

Hoey, Margaret Theresa (Peggy) of Chicago (aged 85) passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. A native of Omeath, County Louth, Ireland, she built a beautiful life in Chicago centered on her family and in service to others, though her heart was always with Carlingford Lough and Cooley Mountains. Peggy is preceded in death...

Aug 14, 2025

Thomas Daniel Lynch, age 86, entered eternal life on August 14, 2025. He passed away peacefully, surrounded in prayer and by a multitude of family and friends who loved him dearly. Tom was a devoted husband, a loving and admired father and father-in-law, and a cherished Papa to 14 grandchildren. He lived a life rooted in faith, family, loyalty,...

Aug 10, 2025

Brian Patrick Kloss, age 57, died suddenly on August 10, 2025. Loving son of Dennis R. Kloss and Judith L. (nee Jagiello) Kloss, brother to Carrie(Jim) Wilhelm and Laura Belluomini, devoted uncle to Claudia and Luke, and close friend, mentor and father figure to Michael Culbertson for 11 years. Brian graduated from Lane Tech and joined the Air Force.  ...

Jul 28, 2025

Mary K. Flaherty (née Kelly) — Beloved wife of the late Michael James "Mick" Flaherty; devoted mother of Katie (Kevin) Ward, Timothy (Stephanie) Flaherty, and Tara (Jason) Jenkins; proud and loving "Grandma Red" to Jimmy, Russell, and June Jenkins, Jack and Annette Flaherty, and Paddy and Sheila Ward; cherished daughter of the late John and Bridie Kelly; dear sister...

Jul 27, 2025

In Loving Memory of Denise Trost (née Hays)

Denise A, Trost, age 73, passed away peacefully surrounded by loved ones. She was the beloved wife of the late James Trost; cherished mother of Julie (Thomas) Wagner and Michael (Jen) Trost; devoted grandmother to Ryan and Aiden Wagner, Emily (Doug) Glynn, Devin, Gavin, Jaydin, and Colin Trost; and...

Jul 26, 2025

Barrett, Mary C. 92 nee Smith. Beloved wife of John F. for 67 years. Loving mother of Michael (Joy) Barrett, Eileen (the late Guy) Hellstrom, Kathleen (John) Donohoe, Mary (Edward) Dowd, Patricia (Daniel) Burke. Cherished Grandmother of Julie Klingel, Daniel Barrett, Maureen Unger, Bridget Hansen, Matthew Hellstrom, Sarah Robinson, Mary Clare Donohoe, Brian Dowd, Lauren Wunder, Christine Dowd, Kevin...

Jul 25, 2025

Andrew R. Ripley, 60, passed away on July 25, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Linda Ripley and devoted father to William, Alexander, Ashley, and Michelle Ripley. Son of the late Maryanne Hersey, Andrew was deeply loved by his family, cousins, coworkers, and many others. Known for his kindness, dedication, and quiet strength, Andrew touched the lives of...