Obituaries

Mar 5, 2026

Stanley P. Boyd, age 78, a resident of Wheaton, IL, passed away March 5, 2026.  He was born October 14, 1947 in Normal, IL.

Stan Boyd passed away leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and devotion to family, friends, and community.

Stan was a proud Eagle Scout in his youth and a lifelong fan...

Mar 2, 2026

Sally Sheehan Midura (n'ee Brown) lovingly known as Sally, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026, in Wheaton, Illinois, at the age of 96.  Born on April 12, 1929, in Gary, Indiana, Sally lived a life devoted to her faith, family, and community.  Sally graduated from Lew Wallace High School in Gary, Indiana, and went on to attend Taylor...

Mar 2, 2026

Dashrathbhai P. Patel, age 86, a resident of Woodridge, IL, died March 2, 2026, surrounded by family.  He was born June 14, 1939 in Sitapur, India, to parents, Prahladbhai Gordhandas Patel and Hiraben P. Patel.

After having graduated in civil engineering he worked in public works department for nearly 40 years until retirement. He managed the whole...

Mar 1, 2026

Lois Anne "Toni" Breseman, (nee Brauer), age 93, died Sunday, March 1, 2026, surrounded by loving family at Sunrise of Naperville. She was born November 4, 1932, in Ann Arbor, MI, daughter of Rev Carl A. and Alice (nee Eifert) Brauer. Her father was a pastor for over 50 years at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Ann Arbor, MI.

Feb 28, 2026

Rita "Joy" Tintera (née Blaha) ,age 95, of St. Charles, Illinois, peacefully passed away at home on February 28, 2026, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of faith, family, and enduring love.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, George; her siblings Richard, Robert, and Mary Ann; and her parents, Edward and Emily. She held their...

Feb 27, 2026

After a life characterized by lively curiosity and deep connection with his family, Patrick Cleary (74 years) died on February 27, 2026 at his home in Winfield Illinois having benefited from the attentive care of his brother Francis for several years.

The fifth of eight children, Pat was born in Chicago on December 27, 1951 to Rosemary and James Cleary. He...

Feb 27, 2026

Marion J. Baldwin, 87, a resident of Windsor Park in Carol Stream, Illinois, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026.

She was born on December 19, 1938, in Hamilton, Ontario, to Albert and Ivy Mildon. Her father was killed during World War II when Marion was four years old - a loss that greatly shaped her life.  ...

Feb 26, 2026

Theodhoraq "Berti" Spaho, born on February 13, 1944, in Korçë, Albania, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by the love of his family.

He was the cherished son of the late Jorgjia and Spiro Spaho and was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved brother, Andrea Spaho. He...

Feb 25, 2026

Linda Hawkins, aged 63, of Wheaton, Illinois, went to be with her Lord and Savior after a difficult battle on February 25, 2026, with her family by her side. She was born December 13, 1962, in Pasadena, California to parents Vernon and Marilyn Tank.

Shortly after her birth, her parents took her with them to the mission...

Feb 25, 2026

Michael J. Vock, an unwavering optimist raised on a farm in northwestern Illinois who created a beautiful family of his own in the suburbs of Chicago, died of a respiratory infection on Feb. 25. He was 73 years old.

A longtime resident of Carol Stream, Ill., Mike was the devoted husband of 49 years to Vicki Vock....

Feb 20, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dearest James Joseph Murray, Jr., on February 20, 2026, at the age of 63. He went by many names including Jimmy, Daddio, Pops, Uncle Jimmy, and JJ … Better known as "Jim".

Beloved husband of Christine "Chris" (Davidson). Loving father of Sean (Kendra), Liam (Hallie),...

Feb 20, 2026

June E. DuBois, age 78, a resident of Winfield, IL, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026 with family by her side.  She was born June 29, 1947 in Berwyn, IL to Roland & Theresa Betian.

June grew up in Forest Park, Illinois and had 4 sisters and 3 brothers of whom she cherished immensely.  She graduated...

Feb 19, 2026

Anthony Ciaffarafa, age 88, a resident of Carol Stream, IL, passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026.  He was born May 26, 1937 in Chicago, IL to Anthony & Florence Ciaffarafa.

He is survived by his sons Richard (Patty) Ciaffarafa & James (Laura) Ciaffarafa. Also survived by his sister Florence Kuzniarek & his brother Robert Ciaffarafa.

Feb 19, 2026

Thomas "Tom" Edward Grace, 85, of Wheaton, IL, formerly of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born on January 3, 1941, in Dubuque, IA, to Edward Joseph Grace and Margaret Ruth (née Williams).

Tom grew up in Garryowen, Iowa and attended St. Columbkille High School, class...

Feb 14, 2026

Martha D. Chavelas, age 81, a resident of Glendale Heights, IL, passed away on Saturday, February 14, 2026. She was born June 29, 1944, in Mexico to Enrique Chavelas & Esperanza Renteria.

She was a devoted mother of nine children, whose life was defined by strength, sacrifice, and unconditional love. A hardworking woman from a young age,...

Feb 13, 2026

Horbus, Robert Carl "Bob", 87, Batavia, Illinois. On February 13, 2026, Bob passed peacefully into the loving arms of his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ at his Batavia home, surrounded by family. Bob was the oldest of four children of George A. and Margaret Helen Grothmann Horbus.  He was born in Oak Park, Cook County, Illinois, on August 20,...

Feb 7, 2026

Marc Christopher Damon, age 50, of Wheaton, Illinois, passed away on February 7, 2026. He would have celebrated his 51st birthday on February 13, 2026.

Marc was a lifelong entrepreneur. He began working at an early age at a Yamaha store selling the toys he loved. From there he progressed to selling cars and later became the...

Feb 5, 2026

David F. Chow, age 73, a resident of Hoffman Estates, passed away on Thursday, February 5, 2026, peacefully with his family at his side. He was born April 20, 1952, in Chicago to Fred and Linnea Chow.

David was a strong believer in Jesus Christ. His Christian faith was the center of his life. He loved God...

Feb 4, 2026

Richard Stahler, age 92, a resident of Naperville, Illinois, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, peacefully with his family by his side.  He was born February 15, 1933 in Pontiac, Illinois to parents, Hugh and Gladys (née Houder) Stahler.

His family later moved to Westchester, IL. He was active in...

Feb 3, 2026

Rolando P. Catañag, Jr., age 54, of Hanover Park, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, February 3, 2026. He was born on August 7, 1971, in the Philippines to Rolando Sr. and Elizabeth Catañag.

Rolando's story began in the Philippines, but his life truly unfolded in the United States after he arrived at just three years old. His...