Rev. Dr. Daniel R. Bloomquist
Aug 9, 2026
Rev. Dr. Daniel R. Bloomquist, aged 90, joined his Savior in heaven at dawn on Sunday, August 9, 2026. He was born January 19, 1936 in Chicago, Illinois to Rudolph & Kathryn Bloomquist.
Dan was raised in an Augustana Lutheran household, with his father a pastor and his mother active in the church. He is survived by his two loving younger...
Elton W. Anderson
Aug 30, 2026
Elton W. Anderson, age 93, a resident of Lombard, Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2026. He was born July 18, 1933, in Menominee, Michigan, to Arthur and Anna (née Durow) Anderson.
Elton grew up on his family’s dairy farm in Wallace, Michigan. He grew up knowing his future wife, Joyce Lindholm as their parents were close friends. Their friendship...
Foster J. Rooks
Aug 29, 2026
Foster J. Rooks, a devoted family man, hard worker, and faithful servant, born May 18 1946 passed away August 29 2026 leaving behind a legacy of steadfast faith, love and quiet kindness.
Foster lived his life as a true God fearing and servant-hearted leader, choosing to show his deep devotion to his family and community through actions. He possessed a rare,...
Ruth L Comfield
Aug 28, 2026
It is with sadness (for us) and joy (for her) that we announce the passing of Ruth Lydia Comfield (née Andreasen) into God's presence at the age of 96 on Friday, August 28, 2026 in Oak Brook, Illinois. She was born to Knut and Inga Andreasen in Chicago, Illinois on November 8, 1929.
Ruth will be remembered by her daughters: Janice...
Douglas L. Haas
Aug 25, 2026
Douglas Lee Haas was born on February 24, 1944 and moved to his eternal home on August 25, 2026.
Doug was a “people person." Wherever he went he was a man full of sincere care, joy, curiosity, and engagement. He was always ready for a smile and a good conversation. He served others in various roles throughout his life as lawyer,...
Helga E. Becker
Aug 24, 2026
Helga Esther Becker went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, August 24, 2026, in Winfield, Illinois, at the age of 94.
Helga was born on November 23, 1931, to Franz and Gertrude (Schattner) Kniep in Eudtkau, Ost Prussia. She was the second of four children, born after Erik (who died at 2 years of age), and...
Richard M. Peterson
Aug 24, 2026
Richard M. Peterson, aged 73, a resident of Carol Stream, IL, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026. He was born May 18, 1953 in Chicago, IL to Richard & Dorothy Peterson.
Richard – who preferred to go by Rick – graduated from Naperville Central High School. Sports were a significant aspect of his youth and high school experiences, with a...
Evan M. DeBock
Aug 21, 2026
Evan M. DeBock, age 28, a resident of Chicago, IL, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026. He was born February 6, 1998 in Lake Forest, IL.
Evan will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, quick wit, resilience, and unwavering devotion to the people he loved. He had a way of making those around him feel cared for—not through grand gestures...
Cynthia Ann Higgin
Aug 20, 2026
Cynthia Ann Higgin, age 78, of Naperville, IL, passed away at home on August 20, 2026. Known as “Cindy” to her friends, she was born on June 5, 1948, in Henryetta, OK to Francis Joseph "Bud" Prullage and Joanne "Dody" Moore Shafer.
She is survived by her daughter, Melissa Modica (Matt); grandchildren Jack, Luke, Molly, and Maisie; sisters Vickie Prullage Murray...
Olive Lichtblau
Aug 19, 2026
Carmel Olive Lichtblau (nee Smyth), known always as Olive, of Westmont Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026 at the age of 86. Olive was born on July 11, 1940 in Claremorris, Co. Mayo, Ireland, to the late Patrick Smyth of Claremorris and Mary Smyth of Brackloon South, Ballyhaunis.
Olive was the beloved wife of the late Wolfgang Ewald Lichtblau....
Dalisay "Daly" Lacson
Aug 17, 2026
Dalisay "Daly" Anagaran Lacson, age 81, went to be with the Lord on August 17, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 8, 1945, in Cotabato City, Philippines, to Ricardo Anagaran and Rosa Sarceda.
She earned her bachelor's degree at University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines and went on to work as an architect in Chicago....
Jill M. Robb
Aug 14, 2026
Jill M. Robb, age 65, a resident of Glen Ellyn, IL, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026. She was born October 26, 1960, in Morristown, New Jersey, to Alfred and Jeanne Arnott.
Jill was a proud alumna of Rutgers University, where she completed her undergraduate studies, and the University of Chicago, where she attended graduate school. She went on to...
Randel Q. Little, Jr.
Aug 13, 2026
Randel Quincy Little, Jr., age 98, a resident of Wheaton, IL, passed away on Thursday, August 13, 2026. He was born August 14, 1927 in Richmond, Virginia.
Randel was a life-long explorer of knowledge. Randel’s childhood was spent in Richmond, Virginia and Burlington, North Carolina. He attended the University of Richmond for his undergraduate studies, it was here that he met...
William R. Fajkus
Aug 8, 2026
William “Willie” R. Fajkus, 64, of Wheaton, Illinois, passed away on August 8, 2026. He was born on October 22, 1961, to Jerry J. Fajkus and Elizabeth B. Fajkus, both of whom preceded him in death.
Willie was a lifelong resident of Wheaton and a graduate of Wheaton Central High School. He continued his education at College of DuPage and Illinois...
Paul M. Markese, Sr.
Aug 8, 2026
Paul M. Markese, age 92, a resident of Melrose Park, IL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 8, 2026. He was born December 6, 1933 to Michael & Mary Markese.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, veteran, and man of faith, Paul leaves behind a legacy of love, service, and unwavering devotion to his family. Paul was preceded in death by his...
Joanne East
Aug 6, 2026
Joanne East, a longtime resident of Wheaton, Illinois, passed away peacefully in her home on August 6, 2026, with her close friend Jan Mueller by her side.
Joanne was a devoted community member whose compassion extended far beyond those closest to her, inspiring others through a lifetime of service, education, and generosity.
She began her career as a diagnostic teacher at the...
Savitaben Chandubhai Patel
Aug 4, 2026
Savitaben Chandubhai Patel, aged 89, of Mahelav, Gujarat, India, passed away peacefully on August 4th, 2026 surrounded by her loving family.
She was united in holy matrimony with her beloved husband, the late Chandubhai Patel. Together, they built a life rooted in devotion, resilience, and unwavering strength, cultivating a cherished family legacy.
Savitaben will forever be cherished for her unbounded warmth and...
Rodney Snater
Aug 2, 2026
Rodney Snater, age 70, of Bolingbrook, Illinois, passed away on August 2nd. He was born on November 3, 1955, in Britt, Iowa, to Ronald and Mary Snater.
Rodney spent 30 years working for Republic and Crown, where he took pride in his work as a garbage man, showing up every day with the same steady dependability his family and coworkers came...
Donald Wines
Aug 2, 2026
With deep respect and loving remembrance, we announce the passing of Donald Wines, who left us on August 2, 2026. Donald was born on October 9, 1934, in St. Louis. Over more than nine decades, his life was marked by dedication to family, commitment to service, and a kind-hearted presence that touched many.
Donald’s early years were rooted in his hometown...
Michael David Dudgeon
Aug 1, 2026
Michael David Dudgeon, age 85, a resident of Wheaton, IL since 1980, passed away on Saturday, August 1, 2026. He was born June 4, 1941 in Montréal, Québec, Canada. His loving parents were James and Catherine Dudgeon.
After graduating from Loyola High School in Montréal, Michael attended St. Francis Xavier University in Antigonish, Nova Scotia, where he earned a Bachelor of...
