Obituaries

May 8, 2024

On May 8, 2024 Harry Raymond Williams, 94, of Wheaton, IL, passed away peacefully in his apartment at Westbridge Assisted Living.  As he always said, "At this age, you never know what's gonna get you!"  He was blessed to pass peacefully in his sleep with no illness, injury, or significant memory issues.  He would be so pleased! Harry was...

May 8, 2024

Savita Christian, age 86, passed away at home in Wheaton, IL. She was born January 12, 1938 in India. She was a Registered Nurse in Labor and Delivery which opened the Path for her to Immigrate to America in 1972 on a nursing visa.    Because of Savita her immediate family and all her siblings were able to immigrate to...

May 7, 2024

In loving memory of Mabel A. Murrow Clements, age 85, of St. Charles, IL, who peacefully entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, May 7, 2024. Born on December 2, 1938, Mabel's journey began in the warmth of her family home in Saline County, Illinois.

Mabel's early years were rooted in the simplicity and resilience of family farm...

May 2, 2024

William L. Laird, age 92, a resident of Wheaton, IL, formerly of Franklin, TN and Batavia, IL, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024. He was born March 15, 1932 in Boston, MA to Leonard & Harriet Laird.

Bill graduated from Holderness High School in 1950 and Bates College in 1954 with a degree in Economics. After...

May 1, 2024

John Lewis Nelson, age 86, a resident of Glen Ellyn, passed away Wednesday, May 1, 2024. He was born September 25, 1937, in Kendall, Wisconsin to Elmer & Selma Nelson.

John was the youngest of five children and grew up in Wisconsin. When he was a teenager, the family moved to Cedar Rapids, Iowa. It was there...

May 1, 2024

Eloise Veronne Anderson Nelson April 14, 1933 - May 1, 2024

Eloise was born in Princeton, Minnesota, on Good Friday, April 14, 1933, to Ivar and Elvera Anderson. Two years later, her sister, Joanne was born and brother Bob was born four years after that. Her father Ivar was a Baptist minister which led the...

Apr 28, 2024

Elaine "Karin" Anderson, age 91, of Windsor Park in Carol Stream, IL, formerly a longtime resident of Wheaton, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Sunday, April 28, 2024. She was born on February 1, 1933, in Springfield, Massachusetts, to Edwin and Edith Johnson.

Karin grew up in Springfield, MA and graduated from Classical High...

Apr 27, 2024

George W. White, age 84, a resident of Warrenville, IL, died April 27, 2024.  He was born November 29, 1939 in Memphis, TN. Even from a young age, he was a storyteller and artist that received so much inspiration from great sci-fis and westerns. He wouldn't use these skills until later in life, but they were born from the...

Apr 26, 2024

Andrew "Andy" McLain, age 69, a resident of Carol Stream, IL, passed away at home on April 26, 2024.  Born on June 5, 1954, in Oak Park IL, he was the first child of Clement and Marjorie McLain.

Andy grew up in Lombard and Glen Ellyn, Illinois. He graduated from Glenbard West High School and enlisted in...

Apr 26, 2024

In loving memory of Joanna Lou Scheidt, who peacefully passed away on Friday, April 26, 2024, surrounded by her beloved family at home in West Chicago. She was 89 years old.

Born on December 26, 1934, in Columbus, Indiana, to Walter and Ethel Behrman, Joanna's life journey was rooted in love, family, and unwavering faith.

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Apr 25, 2024

Charles "Chuck" William Schoenherr, age 98, of Wheaton, Illinois, passed away peacefully on April 25, 2024, at Wyndemere Senior Living Community.

Charles was born in Oak Park, Illinois, and was the son of Louis and Helen Schoenherr.  He was married to the late Margaret ("Peggy") Landon Schoenherr for 68 years, and is survived by their five children,...

Apr 23, 2024

In loving memory of John M. Morrison, who went to be with his Lord on Tuesday, April 23, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family, at his home at Windsor Park, Carol Stream, IL. He was 86 years old. Born on March 17, 1938, in the heartland of Hays, Kansas, to Lloyd and Greta Morrison, John's life was...

Apr 23, 2024

Carolyn Jeanette Johnson was born in Walworth County Hospital, Elkhorn, Wisconsin, on September 13, 1927. Her parents, Alvin G. and Dena (Dyrness) Johnson, took her to her home in Williams Bay, Wisconsin. She attended 12 years of school in Williams Bay, graduating in 1945. She went on to Wheaton College in Wheaton, Illinois and graduated in 1949, with a...

Apr 21, 2024

In loving memory of Philip C. Tenney, who peacefully went to be with the Lord on Sunday, April 21, 2024. Phil was surrounded by the warmth of his family. He was 84 years old.

Born on April 15,1940, in Newton, Massachusetts, Philip's life journey brought him to Wheaton, Illinois, where he grew under the guidance of his...

Apr 20, 2024

In loving memory of Patrice A. Boenzi, who went to be with the Lord on Saturday, April 20, 2024, suddenly at her home in Geneva, IL. She was 58 years old.

Born on March 23, 1966, in Berwyn, IL, to Patrick and Christine Suriano, Patrice's life was a testament to faith, resilience, and boundless love.

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Apr 19, 2024

In loving memory of Jane Marie Figielski, a pillar of strength and kindness, who peacefully passed away on April 19, 2024, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, Illinois. She was 77 years old. Born on November 29, 1946, Jane was a native of Chicago, where she cultivated enduring values of family, friendship, and resilience. Her journey through life...

Apr 18, 2024

In loving memory of Karol Joyce Fridley, 89, of Wheaton, IL who passed away peacefully on April 18, 2024 at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, IL.  Karol was born on March 18, 1935 to Alice and Urban DePorter in Moline, IL.  Karol dedicated her life to caring for her family, ensuring their well-being and nurturing a home filled with...

Apr 18, 2024

Pat Polzin Sr., a beloved resident of Winfield, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, April 18, 2024, surrounded by the love of his family. Born on December 25, 1944, in Chicago to Henry and Florence Polzin, Pat's life journey was marked by service, love, and a deep commitment to family. Pat honorably served his country in the United...

Apr 17, 2024

Louise Inez Caldwell, a devoted Christian and gifted musician, passed away at age 72 on April 17, 2024, in Bloomingdale, Illinois. She was preceded in death by her parents, Robert C. Caldwell and Alice M. Caldwell.

Louise leaves behind a legacy of love, including her brother, Alan C. Caldwell (Mary); nephews: Robert C. Caldwell II and Marcum...

Apr 16, 2024

Patrick John Byrnes, age 80, a resident of Wheaton, IL, died April 16, 2024, at Central DuPage Hospital in Winfield, Illinois.  He was born November 30,1943 in Devils Lake, North Dakota to James and Pearl Byrnes.

Patrick spent most of his childhood in Twin Falls, Idaho. He graduated from The University of Idaho with a degree in...