Obituaries

Feb 25, 2024

Gretchen (Funk) Coffing, age 92, formally of Danville, IL passed away on Sunday, February 25, 2024.  She was a 1949 Danville (IL) High School graduate.  Gretchen went on to attend the University of Illinois and was a member of the Delta Gamma Fraternity.  After moving as a military spouse and for her husband's work, Gretchen and her family returned...

Feb 25, 2024

Michiko "Miko" Kobayashi Brewer, 76, of Oak Brook Terrace, IL survived by two sons Brent (48) and Kurt (41) and grandchildren Ella, Sofia and Kingston, passed away on February 25th 2024 peacefully and with her sons by her side.

Born on March 5th 1947 in Saitama Japan, Miko moved to the Chicagoland area and married United States...

Feb 24, 2024

Janice C. Reed (Jan), age 97, a longtime resident of Wheaton, IL, died February 24, 2024 after a brief illness.  Born in Chicago on September 24, 1926, Jan was the beloved daughter of Philip and Mabel (Rune) Carlson. She spent her formative years on Ingleside Avenue in Chicago and attended Hirsch High School.

Jan graduated from Augustana...

Feb 24, 2024

Merilyn R. Dahlquist, age 91, a resident of Monarch Landing in Naperville, IL, died peacefully at home on Saturday, February 24, 2024.  She was born August 16, 1932, in Little Falls, Minnesota to Rev. Lloyd and Ruth Dahlquist.  A devout Christian, she attributed her vibrant faith to her parents' loving upbringing, always ready to invite others into the family...

Feb 17, 2024

On the evening of Saturday, February 17, 2024, Stephen "Steve" Gerard Jarzabkowski was ushered into the presence of the Almighty, triune God at the age of 61. Steve was born on February 3, 1963, in Chicago, IL. He was the fifth child of Henry and Colette (Stanley) Jarzabkowski.

Steve was a man in motion—a trait that characterized...

Feb 15, 2024

George Hofmann, age 82, a longtime resident of Winfield, IL, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Thursday, February 15, 2024, at home surrounded by his family.  He was born May 30, 1941, in Chicago to August and Hannah Hofmann.

George grew up in Maywood, Illinois and graduated from Proviso East High School in 1959....

Feb 14, 2024

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved brother, Thomas Francis Mitchell III, 76 years young. Thomas (Tommy) was a resident of the DuPage Care Center in Wheaton, IL. He passed away on February 14, 2024. He was referred to as Tommy by his family due to his gentle soul, good nature and kindness....

Feb 12, 2024

Donald Sites, aged 78, a resident of West Chicago, IL, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 12, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was born on October 28, 1945, in Geneva, Illinois, to Owen and Kathryn Sites.

Don spent his formative years in Wheaton and graduated from Wheaton Community High School in 1964. He bravely served...

Feb 11, 2024

John passed away in mid-February. He is survived by his children, Autumn and Chloe; his granddaughter, Amber; his parents, Sharon and Mark; his Stepmother, Karen; his brother, Gabe; his girlfriend, Maura; numerous aunts, uncles and cousins; and his beloved dog, Jake.

John was an incredible person. His memory will live on through his love of music, his...

Feb 10, 2024

Dorothy Irene Kett passed away on February 10, 2024 at the age of 100.

The oldest of five children, she was born in Chicago in 1923 and spent her earliest years in the city. Her father Edward C. Kett was a freight clerk for the Chicago & Northwestern Railroad, and her mother, Agnes, worked as an operator...

Feb 9, 2024

Dorothy Mae Dylewski, a cherished resident of Forest Park, IL, passed away on February 9, 2024, at Pearl of St. Charles in St. Charles, Illinois, at the age of 93. She was born on May 13, 1930, in Dawson, PA, the eighth of twelve children born to Salvatore and Antoinette Rizza.

Dorothy grew up in Dawson, PA,...

Feb 3, 2024

Charles W. Lewis, age 90, a  resident of Windsor Park in Carol Stream, IL, went to be with the Lord peacefully on Saturday, February 3, 2024.  He was born on March 1, 1933, in Keokuk, Iowa to Walter and Maud Lewis.

Chuck was the valedictorian of the 1951 class of Peoria Manual High School. He graduated from...

Feb 3, 2024

Draven Marie Boyd, the perfect newborn child of Ashley Malik and Bobby Boyd, died on  February 3, 2024 safe and warm in her mother's embrace. She was 4 precious days old, born on January 30, 2024 at 3:09am. She was strong, sweet, and so independent. Draven Marie remains the sparkle in the eyes of her parents and everyone else...

Feb 2, 2024

Sheila was born on June 23, 1956 in Chicago, IL. to Charles Adams and Gloria Jean Adams at MaryThompson Hospital.

As the eldest of three siblings, Sheila's childhood was adorned with beautiful memories, marked by the exploration of her gifts and talents. A serene and gentle child, she rarely cried, earning her the affectionate title of "a...

Feb 1, 2024

Ronald Scot Chiodras, age 64, a resident of Wheaton, Illinois, passed away on Thursday, February 1, 2024. He was born March 6, 1959, in Chicago, Illinois to Peter and Evodia Chiodras.

Ron was the oldest of three children and was proud of his Greek heritage. Ron met Christy Wildes in the summer of 1987, and they married...

Jan 30, 2024

Jackie A. Tett, age 67, passed away on Tuesday, January 30, 2024.  She was born March 3, 1956 in Chicago to Raymond & Dorothy Leeper.

Jackie worked as a pharmacy technician for Osco for 35 years. She loved spending time with her family, dogs and bunnies. She also loved to golf, read, needlepoint, and crochet.

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Jan 27, 2024

Gary H. Kirchner, age 84, a resident of Wheaton, IL, died January 27, 2024, in Wheaton, Illinois.  He was born January 19, 1940 in Chicago, Illinois to Howard and Ruth Kirchner.

Gary grew up in Portage Park and relocated with his family to Villa Park, where he met the love of his life, Geri, and they married...

Jan 25, 2024

Elise Flaherty, age 92, of Wheaton, Il. passed away suddenly early Thursday morning, January 25. Elise was the wife of Joseph Flaherty, mother of Michael (Wendy Foote), Suzanne (Jeff Ramirez), John (Maureen Rork) and Brian.  She was the grandmother of Jennifer, Emily, Steven, Lauren and Ryan. She also recently became the great grandmother of Daniel. She was the sister...

Jan 24, 2024

Carleen Berry, age 74, a resident of Glendale Heights, IL, and formerly of Maricopa, Arizona passed away suddenly on Wednesday, January 24, 2024, at home.  She was born July 23, 1949, in Honolulu, Hawaii to Henry and Mary Entendencia.

Carleen moved from Hawaii to Chicago in the late 1960's when she had sons Terry and Mike with...

Jan 22, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and friend, Mark Hosteland. Mark, age 79, a resident of Round Lake Beach, IL passed away on Monday, January 22, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, warmth, and cherished memories.

Born on August 29, 1944, in Red Wing Minnesota...