Obituaries

Aug 6, 2025

Ashley Melissa McKay Holman

Born: March 13, 1982

Died: August 6th, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Ashley Melissa McKay Holman, a beloved wife, devoted mother, cherished daughter, and dear friend. Ashley was the loving wife of Michael James Holman (Wheaton...

Aug 5, 2025

Willard Samuel Johnson, Jr., 97, a resident of Chicago, IL, died peacefully on August 5, 2025. He was born on September 21, 1927 in Chicago, IL.

Willard grew up in the Sauganash neighborhood of Chicago, where he made many lifelong friendships.  He served in the U.S. Army and was stationed in Japan near the end of World...

Aug 4, 2025

Chester (Chet) Gniadek, 100, of Wheaton, IL, passed away on Monday, August 4, 2025. He was born on August 31, 1924, in Chicago, IL, to Polish immigrants Joseph Gniadek and Mary (née Kolodiejz).

Chester grew up in Chicago and attended Harrison High School. He went to work for Automatic Electric before joining the U.S. Army where he...

Aug 3, 2025

Ms. Donna L Jaeger, of Winfield, Illinois, born to Elaine and the late Robert Jaeger, passed away at age 74 on Sunday, August 3, 2025. Donna graduated from Washington University, St. Louis, Missouri with a BFA. She was an Art Director for over 30 years at various suburban art studios, including Don DeForest Associates and Graphic Phases. She also...

Aug 3, 2025

We are deeply heartbroken to share that Sarah Lee Tharnstrom passed away peacefully on August 3, 2025, in her husband's arms and surrounded by her children.

Sarah was born on March 7, 1962, in Springfield, Massachusetts, to John and Elnora Reynolds. After her father's passing in 1969, she and her mother moved closer to family, eventually settling...

Jul 31, 2025

Irini Zike, age 82, a resident of Paramus, New Jersey, died July 31, 2025.  She was born May 20, 1943 in Albania.

Irini was a dedicated mom to her children.  She was an amazing grandmother.  In her early life she was early childhood teacher and was very passionate about her job.  She worked very hard to provide...

Jul 28, 2025

Larry A. DeRoo, age 78, a resident of West Chicago, IL, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025, at home.  He was born August 17, 1946, in Wheaton, IL to Floyd & Cerena (Hendrixon) DeRoo.

Larry grew up on Wiesbrook Road in Wheaton, IL, where he and his childhood friends would have fun running around the neighborhood.  ...

Jul 26, 2025

Esther Louise Nelson, age 89, a resident of Covenant Living at Windsor Park in Carol Stream, IL went to be with the Lord on Saturday, July 26, 2025. She was born on August 29, 1935, in Washington DC to E. Walter and Frances Hiley.

An avid student, Esther graduated a year early, from Eastern High School, in...

Jul 25, 2025

Amanda Jackson, age 39, a resident of Carol Stream, died July 25, 2025 in Carol Stream, Illinois, surrounded by her family. Born on October 7, 1985, in Elmhurst, Illinois, Amanda was the beloved daughter of John and Mary Fetcho.

Amanda devoted her career to helping others, working as a client specialist at AdaptHealth and as a store...

Jul 24, 2025

Walter Jerome Sedlacek III, age 58, passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his loved ones on July 24, 2025. Born on July 11, 1967, in Berwyn, Illinois, Walt lived a life marked by innovation, devotion to family, and a quiet unwavering faith.

Walt dedicated his entire professional career to the tool industry, where his passion...

Jul 22, 2025

It is with a broken heart that I must announce the passing of my beloved son Jacob "Jake" Schultz.

He fought a 14-year battle with Huntington's Chorea that finally took him on July 22, 2025, Jake, my Christmas baby, was born December 25, 1992, to Jennifer Ann Schultz and Douglas Allen Schultz in Winfield IL. He was...

Jul 21, 2025

Lyubov G. Vlasov, 73, a longtime resident of Wheaton, peacefully passed away in her sleep on July 21, 2025.

Born in Riga, Latvia on August 16, 1951, as the oldest of five kids, Lyubov was known for her spirited demeanor, endearing personality, and loving heart. Renowned for delicious cooking and impeccable gardening skills, one of Lyubov's greatest...

Jul 21, 2025

Tom Klobucher, age 83, a resident of Carol Stream, IL, passed away on Monday, July 21, 2025.  He was born July 27, 1941 in LaSalle, IL to John & Rose Klobucher.

Tom grew up in LaSalle, Illinois, where he spent his early years riding bikes through town and reading comic books with friends. He played on the...

Jul 19, 2025

John Ray Shelton, 80, of Wheaton, IL, passed away on Saturday July 19, 2025. He was born on January 31, 1945, in Fort Dodge, IA, to Merle Shelton and Arlene (née Doolittle).

John is survived by his loving wife of 57 years Barbara (née Russell). His dear siblings Jane (James) Clark, Martha Beightol, brother-in-law Alan Russell, and...

Jul 18, 2025

Carmen M. Bintz lived a life defined by resilience, devotion, and strength. Born on August 30, 1933, in the coastal town of Camuy, Puerto Rico, to Jose and Amparo Bonilla, Carmen was the first of seven siblings. She outlived each of them, carrying forward the legacy of her family with grace and dignity.

In her early adulthood,...

Jul 18, 2025

Cynthia L. Robison, lovingly known as Cindy, passed away on July 18, 2025, with her cherished friends by her side. She was born on February 13, 1963 in Detroit, Michigan to Nancy and Kenneth Robison. She grew up in Michigan and graduated from Eisenhower High School in Saginaw, Michigan and went on to earn a degree in Scientific and...

Jul 18, 2025

Louise T. Larsen-Tvihaug Groe, age 92, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and longtime resident of Wheaton, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 18, 2025.

Louise was born on April 24, 1933, in Chicago to Louis and Theodora Larsen.  She grew up in Chicago where she thrived in school, activities, a close group of friends, and her church.  ...

Jul 17, 2025

On July 17, Lois "Snooky" Arosen was welcomed home and reunited with her beloved husband, Gil. Born April 3, 1931, to Edward and Ethel, Snooky grew up in the city of Chicago and attended First Evangelical Free Church (Summerdale Free). The church was started by a group of Swedish immigrants and initially met in her grandfather's living room. Snooky...

Jul 17, 2025

Lucille Helen Beck, age 92, died Thursday, July 17th, 2025, at home in Janesville, WI.

Lucille was born April 19th, 1933, in Chicago, IL.

Lucille is survived by her daughter, April Borsodi (John Borsodi), her sisters, Linda A. Hill, Lydia C. Beck, two granddaughters, Loren Baer (Matthew Baer), Erin Borsodi (Michael Coleman), and three great-grandchildren,...

Jul 12, 2025

Esther V. Siebert, age 96, passed away peacefully at home on July 12, 2025. She was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years, Delbert, her parents, Veronica & Stanley Szczecinski, her brother Robert, her sisters Sister Mary Charles & Elaine. She is survived by her sons Delbert Jr. & Daryl, her beloved grandchildren Colton & Ivy, and...