Obituaries

Jun 30, 2025

Terry Ford, 79, passed away June 30, 2025, at his home in Chicago, Illinois, surrounded by his loving family. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, great- grandfather, and friend to many, Terry's life was marked by strength, resilience, and unwavering love for those closest to him. Born November 10th in Tipton, Iowa, Terry was the son of Hilbert and Ina...

Jun 29, 2025

Jane O'Regan, nee Doherty, age 96, passed away at home on June 29, 2025. A native of Carrick, County Donegal, Ireland.  Loving wife of the late Eugene (Owen). Loving mother of Eileen(Herb)Engelhard, Kathleen(Craig)Scherer, Maureen(Tony)Prochenski. Cherished Grandma of Erin(Robby)Pullen, Alex Engelhard, Kristin(Colin)Belfiore, Lauren Engelhard, Brian, Kevin, Colin, Declan Scherer, Kelsey(Eddie)Stahl, Katie(Mick)Viken, Anthony Prochenski and Great Grandma to Eliza Pullen.  Sister...

Jun 23, 2025

Edwin Jacob Bierzychudek, 86, passed away Monday, June 23, 2025, following a courageous fight with cancer. Even as the disease took its toll, he never gave voice to his pain — a quiet testament to his resilience and dignity -- "a tough old bird to the end." He passed peacefully with his niece, Bonnie, by his side.

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Jun 18, 2025

Anne C. Nolan – (nee Kinsella) beloved wife of Frank;  loving mother of Suzanne (Vince) Cunningham, Cathy (Frank) Frigo and Kevin (Katherine);  proud and cherished grandmother of Megan, Rylie, Keeley, Jack, Delaney, Liam, Sam and Drew;   dear sister of Chuck, Albert, Patrick and the late John and Joe Kinsella;  fond aunt and friend of many. Born in Dublin, Ireland....

Jun 14, 2025

Michael E McCaffrey, (Eamon) was born on January 25th, 1964 in Cloontuskert, Co. Roscommon, Ireland. He passed away at his home in Des Plaines, IL on June 14, 2025 at the age of 61. Eamon was the son of the late Michael "Eamon" McCaffrey, and AnnaMarie McCaffrey. Eamon was a dear brother to his siblings Tony (Liz), Damian, Shane...

Jun 13, 2025

Eileen T. Riley - 98, died peacefully at home surrounded by her family.  Beloved wife of the late Martin J. Sr. "Matt," loving mother of Kathleen (Joseph) Nee, Michael (Molly), Kevin (Peggy), Colleen (Emmett) McGovern, Martin Jr. (Christi), Eileen (Mike) Staunton, James (Katherine), Thomas "TJ," and Megan (Jim) Brennan;  proud and cherished grandmother of 29, great grandmother of 32;...

Jun 9, 2025

STEINKE, DONALD E.-  Donald E. Steinke, devoted husband of Carrie (nee Landon) for 67 years of marriage. The loving son of Benedict and Martha Steinke (nee Balcerek). Joyous father of Mark, Carl and Donna (Christopher) Woelffer. Cherished happy grandfather of Matthew Woelffer, Lauren Woelffer, Whitney Steinke, Torson Steinke, and Katie Woelffer. Brother of Marie (George) Lowe and the late...

Jun 8, 2025

James Anthony McHale, age 64, of Chicago, Illinois suddenly passed away on June 8, 2025. Jim was the beloved husband of Therese "Teri" (nee Hirsch). Dear brother of Margaret (Peter)Erdelyi and Ed (Dorothy, nee Boac) McHale. Jim was preceded in death by his parents James and Bridget (nee O'Hara) McHale. Jim was the fond son-in-law of Ron and Nancy ...

Jun 5, 2025

Tom K Tomaras, 90, passed away June 5. 2025, at home surrounded by his family. Beloved husband to Poulheria for 55 years; dear father of Catherine, Konstantinos, Amalia (Dennis) Conway, Christina (Brian) Hansen; loving grandfather of Michael, Rena, Ethan (Conway) and Thomas, Andrew, Samuel, Noah (Hansen); cherished uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday June 9,...

Jun 2, 2025

Michael H. Doherty- suddenly; beloved husband of Gloria (nee Fifielski); loving father of Brian and Jennifer (Brandon) Tuttle; proud and cherished grandfather of Lexi Tuttle; dear brother of Tom (Julia), Maureen (Rick), Kathleen, Jim (Sheila). Eileen (the late Arnie), Sheila, John (Diane), Christine (Michael), Brian (Cary), and Kevin (Tracy). Devoted son of the late Hugh and Mary Doherty. Dear...

May 27, 2025

Donald David Dulbis age 98 of Mount Prospect IL. passed away peacefully Tuesday May 27, 2025. Donald was born in 1927 to the late Stanley and Helen (Gorski) Dulbis. He was preceded in death by his brother Calvin, James and Victor Dulbis as well as Donald's daughter Janet (Rich) Casey.  Donald is survived by his loving wife of 49...

May 23, 2025

Patrick Joseph Halloran, born on January 23rd, 1929 in Rosmuc, County Galway, Ireland, passed away peacefully at home in Harwood Heights on May 23rd, at the age of 96.

Patrick was the last surviving of the 9 children born to Michael and Nora Halloran; beloved husband of the late Gertrude (nee Gorham); loving father of Bernard (Patricia),...

May 23, 2025

Phyllis Karkazis, 84, passed away peacefully on May 23, 2025.  Beloved wife of the late JamesC. Karkazis; loving mother of Anastasia (Steven) Heffner, Mark (Carolyn) Karkazis, and Dean (Jennifer) Karkazis; loving grandmotherof Francesca, Stephanie, Katrina, Samantha, Lauren and Adam. Dear sister of Dean (Helen) Koretos, Stephanie Kouretsos, & Jim (Margaret)Kouretsos, dear aunt to many nephews and nieces, and a...

May 22, 2025

Mildred Pecen -

July 2, 1934 – May 22, 2025--Mildred, loved by many and known as Millie, Mick, Aunt Millie and Cousin, age 90 of Chicago, passed away peacefully in her home on Thursday evening, May 22, 2025.   Mildred was the daughter of the late Steve Pecen and late Kristina Pecen (née Foltyn).  Mildred was of strong...

May 22, 2025

Ann K. O'Grady - beloved wife of Daniel; devoted mother of Kelly (Paul) Csongradi, Katie (Matthew) Przybylski and Meghan (Tommy Creighton); cherished daughter of the late Barbara and Luke Kelly;  dear sister of Luke (Eileen), Pat (Shari), Mary (Tom) Broderick and Danny (Tara) Kelly; fond aunt, cousin, sister in law and friend of many.  Missing her would be her...

May 18, 2025

Martin F. "Buddy" Walsh age 87, of Chicago, born October 18, 1937, was welcomed home to the Father, May 18, 2025. He was the beloved husband of Sally Nee (Juravic); the loving father of Martin (the late Valerie), Michael (Elizabeth), Mary, Margaret, Maura (Stephen) Bennett, Theresa, Timothy (Maureen), John (Jennifer), Nora, Peter (Aveary), Matthew (Lauren); cherished grandfather of fifteen;...

May 17, 2025

Samuel James "Jimmy" Doran (90) passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 17, 2025 - a date made especially meaningful as it marked the seventh anniversary of the passing of his beloved wife Rose. Originally from Glasdrumman, Annalong, County Down, Jimmy left Ireland and went to England at the age of 19. Soon after arriving he met Rose McGinnity. They...

May 16, 2025

Josie Fina: September 12, 1921 to May 16, 2025

Josie Fina died in Elkhorn Wisconsin on May 16, 2025. She was preceded in death by her parents Nicasio and Georgia (Pesco). Her siblings were Joe, Sam, Lena and Carmello. Her nieces and nephews were Jerry, Joel, Jorjean, Georgiann and Carmen. She has fourteen grand nieces and nephews...

May 8, 2025

Steven M. Schmidt, age 72 (b. 12-12-1952 D. 05-08-2025) Son of Laurence L. Schmidt and Mary T. ( Schimek) Schmidt. Brother of the late Anne (Schmidt) Hetman, Larry P. Schmidt and Linda (Zagroba) Schmidt. Uncle to Chris (Schmidt) Nay, Vicki (Schmidt) Plein, Lisa (Zagroba) Thompson and Joseph Zagroba. Steve passed away after a long battle with heart disease and...

May 8, 2025

Flaherty, Patrick F. age 95, beloved husband of the late Jeanne (nee Dillon). Loving Father of Mary Jeanne (Ron) Butera, Patrick (Imelda), the late Michael (Mary Kelly), John (Peggy), and Bridget (Jerry) Dwyer. Loving Grandfather of 11. Great-Grandfather of 14. Dear brother of the late Thomas (the late Mary Lou), the late Mary (the late Jack) O'Keeffe, the late...