Obituaries

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...

Feb 1, 2026

Joan M. Paver, age 88, a resident of Windsor Park in Carol Stream, IL, died February 1, 2026.  She was born August 21, 1937 in Chicago, IL to Harry & Mildred Richards.

Bill & Joan married in January 1957 at First Baptist Church in Elmhurst and were active members until 1981 when they moved to the First...

Feb 1, 2026

Jeremiah F. Elrod, age 48, a resident of Northbrook, IL, passed away on Sunday, February 1, 2026.  He was born May 3, 1977 in Indianapolis, IN. He is survived by his children Sophia, Jack, and Charlie, his partner Melissa Manrique and her children, Ernesto, Tomas, and Leo, his parents Bob & Bev Elrod, his brothers Matt (Jennifer), Ben (Melissa),...

Jan 31, 2026

Marcia Kozenczak, age 83, a resident of Naperville, IL, passed away on Saturday, January 31, 2026.  She was born March 4, 1942 in Chicago, IL to Joseph & Mary Cichon. When she was born her parent's called her "Princess ", a common enough name for all newborn girls, but she was our "Princess". She was a beautiful woman with...

Jan 31, 2026

Mark L. Funk, age 71, a resident of Glendale Heights, Illinois, passed away on January 31, 2026, at Glen Oaks Hospital in Glendale Heights. He was born on May 31, 1954, in Chicago, Illinois, to Larry and Jean Funk.

Mark had a true love for growing things and spent countless hours tending to his vegetable garden. Known...

Jan 31, 2026

Marilyn Larson, age 92, a longtime resident of Windsor Park in Carol Stream, Illinois, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Saturday, January 31, 2026.

Marilyn was born on December 19, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois, to Fredrick and Marian Geurkink. During her childhood, her family lived in Pease, Minnesota; Baldwin, Wisconsin; and Grand Rapids, Michigan, before settling...

Jan 30, 2026

Patricia "Patti" Sullivan of Wheaton died on Friday, January 30, 2026. She was 95 years old.

She was preceded in death by her parents Goldie and Leonard Ross and by her spouse Richard Sullivan and former spouse Robert Hill. She is survived by her sister, Nicki (Joseph) Miglino, children Robin (Glenn) Rinker, Rebecca (Greg) Korbecki, Rhonda (Keith)...

Jan 29, 2026

Joyce Ann Osborne, 75, of Glen Ellyn, IL, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026 in the  company of her family after a courageous battle with lymphoma. She was born on January 11, 1951 to James Osborne and Doris (née Marselli) in Chicago where she was raised with her two brothers. After a brief time living in Washington state...

Jan 29, 2026

Lil Richert, age 91, a resident of Windsor Park in Carol Stream, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026.  She was born March 20, 1934, in Mountain Lake, Minnesota to Abraham & Elizabeth Schultz. Lil met the love of her life Al Richert at Tabor College in Hillsboro, KS and they were married on June 3, 1955, enjoying over...

Jan 28, 2026

Our beloved Francesco "Frank" DiMaso passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Immediately, the world feels less joyful—not because of death itself, but because Frank was a light to all who knew him. Quick with a smile, curious and playful as a child, he made everything better simply by being present. Laughter came...

Jan 26, 2026

Dr. Martha M. Evans, age 84, a longtime resident of Lombard, Illinois passed away on Saturday, January 26th, 2026. She was born on November 2nd, 1941.

Martha dedicated more than 30 years to teaching in the Chicago school system, where she made a lasting impact on generations of students. She was known not only for her dedication...

Jan 25, 2026

Ilse Ottilie Mollenhauer, 98, of Northbrook, IL, formerly of Morton Grove and Chicago, IL, passed away on Sunday, January 25, 2026. She was born on April 3, 1927, in Arnstein, Germany, to Julius Fuhrmann and Emma (née Schaub).

Ilse grew up and attended elementary school, high school, and business school in Stettin, Germany (now Szczecin, Poland). As...

Jan 24, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Manuel Leon Covarrubias, 75, of Addison, Illinois. He died peacefully on January 24, 2026, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.

Manuel was born September 12, 1950 in Mexico to parents Maximino Leon and Maria Covarrubias. There he grew up on...

Jan 24, 2026

Etta M. McDuffee, 74, of Wheaton, Illinois, formerly of Winfield, passed away peacefully on January 24, 2026.

She was born on May 10, 1951, in Hinsdale, Illinois, to Frederick Prueter and Mildred Filip. Etta grew up in Darien, Illinois, and attended Hinsdale South High School, where she was active in the school choir.

Etta continued...

Jan 21, 2026

Marcia B. Daniels, age 86, a resident of Windsor Park in Carol Stream, went to be with the Lord on Wednesday, January 21, 2026.  She was born July 11, 1939 in Chicago, IL to Chester & Lois Butler.

Marcia graduated from Wheaton College in 1961 and began her career teaching high school Spanish. She later earned a...