Obituaries

Dec 5, 2024

Naoyo J. Shah, age 84, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2024. Her life was marked by quiet strength, bold adventures, and a deep care for those around her.

She was born April 23, 1940 in Tokyo, Japan, to Tetsuo and Hiroko Takata. During her high school years, her...

Dec 4, 2024

Martin J. Findling (Marty), age 88, husband, father, grandfather, and beloved resident of Windsor Park in Carol Stream, passed away December 4, 2024. Born January 24, 1936, in Tolleston, Indiana, to Martin Sr. and Renata Findling (nee Seegers), Marty lived a life marked by dedication and service.

Marty is survived by his devoted wife of 65 years,...

Dec 4, 2024

Judi Whitecotton, 81, died peacefully, and with full assurance of her salvation in Christ, at home on December 4, 2024, surrounded by her faithful husband, her four beloved daughters, and her loyal cat, Charlie. The daughter of Walter Hamer Jr. and Maxine "Sally" Hamer, Judith Marie was born May 10, 1943, in Santa Monica, CA, the oldest of four...

Dec 3, 2024

Maurice McDowall Martin, age 92, a recent resident of Warrenville, IL, and longtime resident of West Chicago, IL passed away on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.

Born in Chicago on May 17, 1932 to Maurice & Jean Martin, Maurice (known as Maury) grew up on a family farm in Round Lake, IL. Maury was a United States Air...

Dec 3, 2024

Rita Ann Phelps, 95, formerly of Wheaton, Illinois, passed away in Front Royal, Virginia on Tuesday, December 3, 2024.

Rita was born on October 17, 1929 in Detroit, Michigan to the late William Zemnick and Anna Shousky Zemnick. She was also preceded in death by her son, Rick Phelps and her brother, Ronald Zemnick.

Surviving...

Dec 1, 2024

Joseph Martin Hughes, 81, raised in Dorchester, South Boston, long time resident of Belvidere and Wheaton, IL more recently of Montrose, CO, passed away peacefully on December 1, 2024 after a courageous battle with cancer. He was the beloved husband of the late Josephine "Josie" Hughes & current husband of Romagean Personne Hughes; loving father of Joseph Jr. (Michelle),...

Nov 28, 2024

Z głębokim żalem zawiadamiamy, że dnia 28 listopada 2024 roku w wieku lat 50, zmarł nasz kochany Mąż, Syn, Brat - Krzysztof Bartnik. Przez całe życie rozwijał swoje pasje. Kochał podróże, fotografię, żużel, książki. Uwielbiał nature i zwierzęta.

Był Przyjacielem - na którego pomoc i wsparcie zawsze można było liczyć. Optymista z wielkim poczuciem humoru, bardzo lojalny....

Nov 28, 2024

Jonathan Kirk Wylie (April 21, 1944-November 28, 2024) was a committed Christian, devoted father of three and grandfather of four. He fought for difficult causes, such as oppressed and marginalized Christians and others in the Holy Land.

Jon was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, where he lived until college.  He attended Michigan State University, where he met his...

Nov 28, 2024

Judith A. Badger, age 68, a resident of Lisle, IL, went to her eternal home with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, November 28, 2024.  She was born April 11, 1956 in Elmhurst, IL to Robert & Olive Badger. Judy was raised in Lombard, IL where she attended Pleasant Lane Elementary, Lombard Junior High, and graduated from Glenbard East...

Nov 26, 2024

William J. Brown June 22, 1928 – November 26, 2024

William J. Brown, 96, a cherished resident of Naperville, Illinois, since 1957, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his three sons, on Tuesday, November 26, 2024, at Edward Hospital in Naperville.

Born on June 22, 1928, in Chicago to James and Elizabeth Brown, William's life was...

Nov 25, 2024

Robert Warren Goldstead, age 74, passed away peacefully on Monday, November 25, 2024 in his home in Wheaton, IL, with his daughter by his bedside.

Born on December 28, 1949 in Oak Park, IL, to Warren and Shirley (née Seib) Goldstead, Robert was a kind and gentle soul with a wonderful sense of humor. He is preceded...

Nov 24, 2024

Richard A. Nelson, age 91, a resident of Belmont Village in Carol Stream, IL, passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024.  He was born March 10, 1933 in Chicago, IL to Joseph & Dorothy Nelson.

Richard was a wonderful, hardworking father, grandfather and true friend. He was a dedicated friend to all those he met. Throughout his...

Nov 24, 2024

Judith W. Dominguez, a resident of Glen Ellyn/Wheaton for more than fifty years, passed away November 24, 2024.  She was born in Camden, New Jersey, on March 25, 1942. Judy graduated from Houghton College, where she met her husband Rich, with whom she had nine children. She taught elementary school before raising their family in Glen Ellyn. Judy and...

Nov 23, 2024

Ann C. McConachie (née Killion) a Wheaton resident, passed away peacefully after 95 fabulous years. She was born in Oak Park to Curtis B. Killion, Sr. and Bernice Helen Killion, on July 25, 1929. Married 72 years to the love of her life, Robert Bruce McConachie. Dearest sister of the late Curtis (the late Shirley) Killion, dear sister-in-law of...

Nov 23, 2024

William H. Lambert, age 71, a resident of Carol Stream, IL, passed away on Saturday, November 23, 2024.  He was born on March 30, 1953 in Chicago, IL. Bill grew up in Glen Ellyn Countryside and attended Glenbard North High School where he graduated in 1971. It was in the band room at Glenbard North where he met his...

Nov 21, 2024

Frank M. Coady, age 83, a resident of Wheaton, IL, passed away on Thursday, November 21, 2024.  He was born March 19, 1941 in Oglesby, IL to Frank & Margaret Coady (nee LaRoe).

He is survived by his children Brian (Megan Williamson) Coady, Brenda (Bill) Steinbach & Michael (Tami Swearingen) Coady; his grandchildren Austin & Allison Steinbach;...

Nov 20, 2024

Faye Kallal, age 82, a resident of Winfield, IL, passed away on Wednesday, November 20, 2024.  She was born March 17, 1942 in Laurel, Mississippi to Leonard IV & Thelma Jordan.

Faye grew up in Laurel, Mississippi and was a musical prodigy. Starting piano lessons at age four, before her feet could reach the floor, she excelled...

Nov 20, 2024

Montene Foss born Sept. 13, 1934 in Bald Knob, Arkansas. Her parents Kennon and Odalene Alexander moved her to Lyons, IL in 1950. She met Donald Rosone and married in 1952. They had two daughters, Susan and Karen. Montene loved her family and church. She was involved with Awana Clubs & sang in the church choir. Her husband, Don,...

Nov 19, 2024

Ivan Dale Leer, of Carol Stream, IL, was welcomed into the arms of his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, November 19, 2024. He was born on July 1, 1932, in York Springs, PA to Willam E. Leer and Mabel Bream Leer.

Ivan grew up on a farm in York Springs, PA, where he lived with his parents...

Nov 16, 2024

Gordon Anthony Scott was born on July 22, 1964, in Freeport, Grand Bahamas, to Edward and Dorothy Scott. He peacefully passed away, leaving a lasting impact on the lives of all who knew him. He was the third child of four, following his eldest brother Jonathan, his elder brother James, and followed by his little sister Alyson. Gordon's life...