Obituaries

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...

May 5, 2025

In Loving Memory of Ralph Thomas "Tom" Snider Jr.

1939 – 2025

Ralph Thomas Snider Jr. (Tom) of Evanston, IL graduated from the mortal realm on Monday, May 5th at the age of 85.

Tom was born in upstate New York in 1939 and raised in Chicago. He graduated from Steinmetz High School...

May 3, 2025

The family of Dawn Patrice Jarosz nee Surma is saddened to announce her sudden passing May 3, 2025 in Park Ridge, Illinois at the age of 62. Predeceased family members include her father, Walter Surma and brother, Jeffrey Surma. The surviving family include her mother, Corrine Surma nee Patke and partner Algis Ankus, sister, Carla Surma, and brother, Scott...

May 2, 2025

Alice Johanson - (nee Kane) beloved wife of the late Donald R.; loving mother of Kathy Kestler, Cheryl Collins and Donald (Joe) Johanson;  proud and cherished grandmother of Jacqueline and Jon Johanson, Erin (Jacob) Braslavsky, Lindsey (Keith) Smiegowski, Thomas (Jessica) Kestler, Jessica (Scott) Snyder, Christopher and April Kestler and the late Brian Collins;  great grandmother of Theodore and Clifford...

May 2, 2025

Jeannene S. Hoppe - beloved daughter of Pierrette and the late Martin Hoppe.  At peace after a long battle with cancer.  Visitation Tuesday 8:30 a.m. at  Cooney Funeral Home 625 Busse Hwy in Park Ridge.  Prayers at 9:40 a.m. going to Our Lady of Ransom Church for Mass at 10 a.m. Interment Maryhill.  Info 847-685-1002 www.cooneyfhuneralhome.com

Apr 27, 2025

Tina Bacci Chiappa Born November 28, 1929; died April 27, 2025, after a full and blessed life of 95 years. Beloved daughter of the late Leo Bacci and the late Giulia Magri. Devoted wife of the late Franco Chiappa. Loving mother of Mara (Carl) Karduck. Special step grandmother to Karl (Angie), John (Justine) and George (Sue) Karduck. Caring step...

Apr 27, 2025

Celebrating the Life of Carol Malatia

January 10, 1939 – April 27, 2025

Carol Malatia (Korneck), age 86, of Chicago, passed away peacefully on Sunday, April 27, 2025, after a long and courageous battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was the devoted wife of the late August Malatia and the beloved daughter of the late Frank...

Apr 24, 2025

Patricia Ann McNamara-age 89, beloved wife of the late John Romancik, daughter of the late Ann (nee Boyle) and Michael J. McNamara; sister of Theresa (Norfie) Diciolla, Shelia (the late James) Bies, the late Margaret (the late Roy) Nielsen, the late Michael (the late Josephine) McNamara, and the late Bernadette (the late Joseph) Campion; adored aunt to many nieces...

Apr 24, 2025

Eileen M. Burkwest (nee Morton) 81, of Des Plaines formerly of Whitewater, WI passed away on April 23, 2025 after a brief illness.

Beloved wife of the late Timothy Burkwest. Loving mother of Kelly Weissman, Kevin (Kim) Chester and Patrick (Trish) Chester and stepchildren Erica Burkwest, and the late Jamieson Burkwest. Cherished grammy of Jeff (Kate) Weissman,...

Apr 23, 2025

Marianna Barbara Stavrakas, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2025 in Park Ridge, IL at 94. Marianna was born June 11, 1930, in Chicago to Catherine and Ricardo Cortez, who predeceased her.  She lived a long and fulfilling life, leaving behind a legacy of love, kindness and dedication to her family, friends and church.

Marianna cherished her...

Apr 20, 2025

Ross Urso, 70, of Mt Prospect, formerly of Chicago's near North West Side, unexpectedly passed away April 20th, 2025.

Beloved spouse of 55 years to Linda. Loving father of Dino, Ross Jr., Mark, and Angela. Cherished papa of Cameron, Nyla, Annalise, and Avery. Dearest brother of Arthur (Marianne), Anthony (Leigh Ann). Darling uncle of Dana, Anthony, Audrey,...

Apr 17, 2025

Robert "Bobby" G. Shuttleworth 66, died peacefully after a battle with vascular dementia. Beloved husband of Susie Meyer. Loving father of Robb, Aidan and Jacob. Son of the late Bob and Antoinette "Toni".  Brother of Keith (Vivian), Kevin (Laura), Nancy Escutia (Edmundo), Cheryl (Rosemary). Favorite Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Retired from ComEd after 38 years. Celebration of...

Apr 14, 2025

Anthony "Tony" M. Pugliese, age 100, died peacefully on April 14, 2025, at Cedarhurst of McHenry.

He was born in Chicago on Oct. 1, 1924, in Chicago, to Frank and Rose (nee Ariani), growing up with siblings Michael, Marie (Joseph), Annette (Edward) Cooper, and Phylis (Anthony) Delaquila, all preceding him in death.

A World War...