Obituaries

Dec 26, 2024

Edith T. Kresse, 108, a resident of Wheaton and formerly of Downers Grove, died Thursday, December 26, 2024 at Wynscape Nursing Center.

Edith was born in Redfield, South Dakota in 1916 and grew up on her family's farm.  She was preceded in death by her siblings Clarence, Carl, Amy, Gladys, and Richard, her husband of 61 years...

Dec 25, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Jean Arzaga, a resident of Glendale Heights, IL on Christmas Day, December 25, 2024 at the age of 47. Born on January 29, 1977 in Bangui, Ilocos Norte, Philippines, Jean was a free spirit that brought many memorable moments to all who had the pleasure of knowing...

Dec 25, 2024

Dorothy N. Snebold, age 64, of Pewaukee, Wisconsin, passed peacefully into the arms of her Savior on December 25, 2024. She now rests in the fullness of God's presence after enduring a courageous fight with pancreatic cancer.

Dorothy loved being outdoors. She was an avid downhill skier, competing in the Badger State Games in her twenties and...

Dec 25, 2024

Janet Elaine (Brown) Jorden was born to Pearl Mock Brown and Harold Brown on December 16, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan. She was introduced to Jesus by a Sunday School teacher when she was 13 years old and from that day and throughout her life, her faith grew stronger and more certain until she finally met Him face to face...

Dec 25, 2024

Stanley J. Kozlowski, Jr., age 82, a recent resident of Glen Ellyn, IL (for the last 3 and a half years) and previous resident of Shelton, CT, (for the majority of his life), passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Christmas evening,  December 25, 2024.

Stanley, (or "Sonny", as his family called him), was born...

Dec 23, 2024

Patricia Davisson, age 92, of Wheaton, Illinois, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on September 24, 1932, in North English, Iowa, Patricia faced significant challenges early in life. Her father, Patsy Netser, passed away before her birth, and she was later preceded in death by her mother, Zephyr Netser, and...

Dec 23, 2024

Phyllis L. Yattone, age 90, a resident of Victory Centre in Bartlett, IL, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024.  She was born May 31, 1934 in Chicago, IL to Norman & Leah Welling. Phyllis grew up in Downers Grove.  When her family moved to Chicago she attended Schurz High School where she played the trombone in the school...

Dec 23, 2024

Harlan Schweer, born on February 5, 1949, in Waterloo Iowa, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024.

As the first in his family to attend college, he earned a B.S. and M.S. in Sociology with a specialization in organizational behavior from Iowa State University.  Despite completing a Ph.D. in Sociology from Purdue University, he was always a...

Dec 22, 2024

Frederick Walcott Miller was born in Royal Oak, Michigan on November 20, 1932. He was the second child of Lynn Smith Miller and Marie Helen (Walcott) Miller.

He spent his summers as a child at Epworth Heights in Ludington, Michigan along the shores of Lake Michigan.  He delivered newspapers to cottagers as well as working as a...

Dec 19, 2024

Samantha Elizabeth Mitchell (née; Lightbourne), aged 32, passed away on December 19th, 2024. Samantha fought her battle with cancer with faith, courage, wisdom, and deep determination. She was a devoted follower of Jesus, a beloved wife, mother, and friend who will be deeply missed by all who knew her.

Samantha was born on December 5th in Paget,...

Dec 17, 2024

Daniel J. Allen, age 69, a resident of West Chicago, IL, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, December 17, 2024.  He was born March 28, 1955 in Chicago, IL to John & Florence Allen. Dan grew up in Oak Lawn, IL, and graduated from Oak Lawn Community High School.  He went on to earn his Bachelors Degree In Business with...

Dec 13, 2024

Cheryl Newing

October 4, 1967–December 13, 2024

Cheryl Ann Newing, 57, a resident of West Chicago, Illinois, went home to be with the Savior she loved with her whole heart on December 13, 2024. The middle child of three, Cheryl was born to James "Jim" and Virginia Juanita "Nita" Newing on October 4, 1967, in...

Dec 12, 2024

Marlys J. Smith, age 84, a resident of Carol Stream, IL, went to be with the Lord on December 12, 2024.  She was born on December 19, 1939 in Oak Park, Illinois.

Marlys graduated from Sienna High School in 1957 and Rosary College in 1961.  During her early years she was an editor for the high school...

Dec 9, 2024

Sally Emily Brinks (née Lynch), beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, peacefully entered her eternal home on Dec. 9 at the age of 88. Born in Port Huron, Michigan, on June 28, 1936, to Glen and Lucille Lynch, Sally was the youngest of three siblings. From an early age, Sally's beautiful alto voice shone as she sang in...

Dec 8, 2024

Marion Haack (née Palgowski)

May 14, 1928  -  December 8, 2024

Family and Friends of Marion H. Haack, 96, will gather to celebrate a life of love and inspiration on Sunday, December 22nd. Wake 2:00 pm - 9:00 pm at Hultgren Funeral Home, 304 N. Main St., Wheaton, IL 60187.  A Celebration of Life Party...

Dec 8, 2024

Ronald E. Misjak, Sr., age 82, a resident of West Chicago, IL, passed away on Sunday, December 8, 2024 at Central Dupage Hospital in Winfield Il. His wife and son were by his side.  He was born October 17, 1942 in LaSalle, IL to Edward & Hilda Misjak. Ron Sr. was a self made man from the old school....

Dec 8, 2024

Marguerite Drevalas was born March 7, 1928, at St. Ann's hospital in Chicago to Nicholas and Clara (Iversen) Drevalas.  She was born a twin with sister Marie.  Marie died of diphtheria at 2 years old.  Throughout her life, Marge often spoke with fondness of Marie and often described her as the "cute" one in pictures.

Marge was...

Dec 7, 2024

Evelyn F. Nelson, age 92, a resident of Belmont Village in Carol Stream, IL, passed away on  Saturday, December 7, 2024.  She was born November 6, 1932 in Sterling , IL to Orvil & Dorothy Deets.

Evelyn was a wonderful wife, devoted friend to many, an endearing sister, loving and true grandmother & great-grandmother, but most of...

Dec 7, 2024

Donna Marie Knez, age 79, a resident of Osage Beach, MO, passed away on Saturday, December 7, 2024.  She was born in Berwyn, IL to Thomas & Mildred Vink.

Donna enjoyed bowling, scrapbooking, card making, and boating with her husband & children. She was a great mother, grandmother, and wife.

She is survived by her...

Dec 6, 2024

Jenna Ray Cagle

July 22, 1977 – December 6, 2024

Jenna Ray Cagle, age 47, a cherished resident of West Chicago, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 6, 2024, at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, Illinois. Born on July 22, 1977, in Winfield, Jenna was known for her kind heart, laughter, and her deep...