Marion J. Baldwin
Feb 27, 2026
Marion J. Baldwin, 87, a resident of Windsor Park in Carol Stream, Illinois, passed away on Friday, February 27, 2026.
She was born on December 19, 1938, in Hamilton, Ontario, to Albert and Ivy Mildon. Her father was killed during World War II when Marion was four years old - a loss that greatly shaped her life. ...
Theodhoraq Spaho
Feb 26, 2026
Theodhoraq "Berti" Spaho, born on February 13, 1944, in Korçë, Albania, passed away peacefully on February 26, 2026, at the age of 82, surrounded by the love of his family.
He was the cherished son of the late Jorgjia and Spiro Spaho and was preceded in death by his parents and his beloved brother, Andrea Spaho. He...
Linda M. Hawkins
Feb 25, 2026
Linda Hawkins, aged 63, of Wheaton, Illinois, went to be with her Lord and Savior after a difficult battle on February 25, 2026, with her family by her side. She was born December 13, 1962, in Pasadena, California to parents Vernon and Marilyn Tank.
Shortly after her birth, her parents took her with them to the mission...
Michael J. Vock
Feb 25, 2026
Michael J. Vock, an unwavering optimist raised on a farm in northwestern Illinois who created a beautiful family of his own in the suburbs of Chicago, died of a respiratory infection on Feb. 25. He was 73 years old.
A longtime resident of Carol Stream, Ill., Mike was the devoted husband of 49 years to Vicki Vock....
James Joseph Murray, Jr.
Feb 20, 2026
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our dearest James Joseph Murray, Jr., on February 20, 2026, at the age of 63. He went by many names including Jimmy, Daddio, Pops, Uncle Jimmy, and JJ … Better known as "Jim".
Beloved husband of Christine "Chris" (Davidson). Loving father of Sean (Kendra), Liam (Hallie),...
June E. Dubois
Feb 20, 2026
June E. DuBois, age 78, a resident of Winfield, IL, passed away on Friday, February 20, 2026 with family by her side. She was born June 29, 1947 in Berwyn, IL to Roland & Theresa Betian.
June grew up in Forest Park, Illinois and had 4 sisters and 3 brothers of whom she cherished immensely. She graduated...
Anthony Ciaffarafa
Feb 19, 2026
Anthony Ciaffarafa, age 88, a resident of Carol Stream, IL, passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026. He was born May 26, 1937 in Chicago, IL to Anthony & Florence Ciaffarafa.
He is survived by his sons Richard (Patty) Ciaffarafa & James (Laura) Ciaffarafa. Also survived by his sister Florence Kuzniarek & his brother Robert Ciaffarafa.
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Thomas “Tom” Edward Grace
Feb 19, 2026
Thomas "Tom" Edward Grace, 85, of Wheaton, IL, formerly of Dubuque, Iowa, passed away on Thursday, February 19, 2026, with his family by his side. He was born on January 3, 1941, in Dubuque, IA, to Edward Joseph Grace and Margaret Ruth (née Williams).
Tom grew up in Garryowen, Iowa and attended St. Columbkille High School, class...
Martha D. Chavelas
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,...
Robert Carl Horbus
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,...
Marc Damon
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...
David F. Chow
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...
Richard Stahler
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...
Rolando P. Catañag
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...
Joan M. Paver
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...
Jeremiah Elrod
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),...
Marcia Kozenczak
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...
Mark L. Funk
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...
Marilyn Larson
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...
Patricia Sullivan
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)...
