Obituaries

Obituaries

Obituaries for Wheaton and Carol Stream, IL. and the surrounding areas.

Lucretia Aline Klevesahl

Lucretia Aline Klevesahl

Jul 5, 2026

With profound love and enduring respect, we honor the life and legacy of Lucretia Aline Klevesahl, née Perrino, who left us on July 5, 2026, in Wheaton, Illinois. Born under the radiant sun of Italy on January 1, 1951, Lucretia’s journey was one marked by grace, passion, and an unfailing devotion to those she cherished.

A complete obituary is pending 

Though gone...

Virginia H. Cook

Virginia H. Cook

Jul 3, 2026

Virginia Cook, age 98, a resident of Wheaton, Illinois, for 62 years, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 3, 2026. She was born on February 15, 1928, in Hodges, South Carolina, to Charles and Irene Higgins.

On August 13, 1955, Virginia married the love of her life, Richard Cook, at St. John's Episcopal Church in Havre de Grace, Maryland, during Hurricane...

Fred L. Godar

Fred L. Godar

Jun 30, 2026

Fred L. Godar, of Wheaton, IL, passed peacefully in his sleep on June 30, 2026, at the age of 89. He was born in Hardin, IL, on March 11, 1937, to Edmund Godar and Cora Godar (née Carpenter).

Fred loved his family, friends, faith, church, and the Chicago Cubs. Fred adored working for the Wheaton School District. He was a jokester...

Brees Benjamin Williams

Brees Benjamin Williams

Jun 29, 2026

In Loving Memory of Brees Benjamin Williams

“For You created my inmost being; You knit me together in my mother's womb.  I praise You because I am fearfully and wonderfully made.” — Psalm 139:13–14

Brees Benjamin Williams died in his father's arms at Central DuPage Hospital on June 29, 2026. He was born at 9:54 a.m. and passed peacefully into the care...

Edward J. Pearce

Edward J. Pearce

Jun 27, 2026

Edward J. Pearce, age 83, passed away on June 27, 2026. He was born on November 30, 1942 to Lieutenant Edward and Marian Pearce in Flint, Michigan.

A year after his birth, Ed's father, a military pilot, was killed while serving in active duty during World War II. Ed was raised in Flint, Michigan, where he and his mother lived with...

Janice Rae Popp

Janice Rae Popp

Jun 24, 2026

Janice "Jan" Popp, age 83, a resident of Wheaton, IL, died June 24, 2026, at her home, surrounded by her loving family after a lengthy battle with cancer.

Jan was born October 7, 1942, in Lockport, NY, the third of four daughters of the late Raymond and Ethel Meahl. She lived a life defined by service, generosity, and faith.

She graduated from...

Heather Michelle Rewiski

Heather Michelle Rewiski

Jun 24, 2026

Heather Michelle Rewiski (nee Richardson), age 57, of Wheaton IL, died on June 24, 2026 in Winfield, IL after a 7 year war with cancer of unknown primary.

Born and raised in the Onsted, MI area Heather graduated from Onsted High School where she was on the cheerleading squad and actively participated in 4-H. As a lifelong equestrian she competed locally...

Emilia Roth

Emilia Roth

Jun 23, 2026

On June 23rd, 2026 our mom, Emilia Roth went home to be with Jesus. She peacefully left this world and was received into the loving arms of our Heavenly Father who has known her for her whole life; And now in the beautiful mystery of eternity she is fully known by Him.

She was an amazing mom to her two sons...

Berta Valencia Avila

Berta Valencia Avila

Jun 23, 2026

Berta Valencia Avila, age 81, a resident of Wheaton, IL, passed away on Tuesday, June 23, 2026. She was born September 1, 1944 in Mexico to Antonio Valencia & Carmen Avila.

Berta was a remarkable woman whose life was defined by strength, resilience, faith, and unconditional love. From a young age, she faced life's challenges with courage and determination. She was...

Robert Flynn

Robert Flynn

Jun 22, 2026

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Robert "Bob" Flynn, who passed away peacefully on June 22, 2026 at the age of 67.

To know Bob was to know someone who loved deeply, laughed often, and always found a way to help others with kindness, his generosity, or with his sense of humor. Whether sharing stories, lending...

Gerald H. Wit

Gerald H. Wit

Jun 22, 2026

Gerald Henry Wit, age 87, a resident of Windsor Park in Carol Stream, passed away on June 22, 2026. He was born on January 26,1939 in Chicago, Illinois to Gerrit and Rena Wit. Jerry grew up in the south suburbs of Chicago. Faith, church, service, and a love for music were a significant part of his family life. Jerry graduated...

Niruben Patel

Niruben Patel

Jun 22, 2026

Niruben Patel, age 85, a resident of Tinley Park, Illinois, passed away on June 22, 2026.

She was born on July 15, 1940, in Baroda, Gujarat, India, to Sitaben and Prahladbhai Patel.

Niruben was among the first women in her region of India to complete her matriculation during the 1950s. She lived in the United States for more than 30 years. She...

Michael Flynn Hurley

Michael Flynn Hurley

Jun 21, 2026

On June 21, 2026, Michael Flynn Hurley, age 63, passed away peacefully. Born and raised in Wheaton, Illinois and a lifelong resident of DuPage County. He graduated from Wheaton Central High School. Mike was the youngest of six children but never married nor had any children. He is survived by his significant other Merilyn J Haeger, four brothers, Bernard, Kevin,...

Delia Natividad Graham

Delia Natividad Graham

Jun 20, 2026

With profound reverence and loving remembrance, we mourn the peaceful passing of Delia Natividad Graham, who left this world on June 20, 2026, in Indianapolis, Indiana. Delia was born on November 6, 1954, in the Philippines, and in her seventy-one years, she illuminated the lives of all who were privileged to know her.

Delia’s story began in the vibrant archipelago of...

Emily Mary Breckman

Emily Mary Breckman

Jun 19, 2026

Emily (Em) Breckman passed away peacefully, surrounded by family June 19, 2026. She was eight days shy of her 100th birthday celebration.

Emily was grateful and joyful for many things in life; her family, friends, faith, good health, travel, love of nature (her gardens, birds, backyard) and fun! She volunteered countless hours and over 35 years at the DuPage Convalescent Center...

Beth Lorene Johnson

Beth Lorene Johnson

Jun 19, 2026

Dr. Beth L. Johnson, age 75, of Glen Ellyn, passed away peacefully asleep on June 19, 2026 with her kids at her side. She was the wonderful mother to Abigail Beth (Cory) and Maxwell Douglas (Sarah), loving grandmother to Charlotte, Olivia, Layla, Brady, Jackson, and Lucy, exceptional wife to Douglas, beloved sister of Dick (Betty), Bill (Lois), and Tom (Deb),...

Kathleen M Lorig

Kathleen M Lorig

Jun 15, 2026

Kathleen M. Lorig, age 79, a resident of Wheaton, IL, previously of Forest Park, IL, passed away on Monday, June 15, 2026. She was born June 1, 1947 in Villa Park, IL to Robert & Elsie (nee Skarda) Hoe.

She is survived by her husband, George; her children Daniel Schlichting & Debra Schlichting; her step-children Kelly (Ed) Spohr & Shari (Anthony)...

David Johnston

David Johnston

Jun 15, 2026

David Ellis Johnston (82), a longtime resident of Wheaton, IL, went to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Monday, June 15th, 2026 at Belmont Village in Carol Stream, Illinois, after a long battle with lymphoma and then dementia.

He was born February 23, 1944 in Cambridge, Massachusetts to Barbara (Pelley) Johnston and Douglas Carey Johnston.

David was a pastor's...

Diego Eduardo Ortega Rodriguez

Diego Eduardo Ortega Rodriguez

Jun 14, 2026

Diego Eduardo Ortega Rodriguez (The Cowboy), 18, of Glen Ellyn, Il, passed away on Sunday, June 14, 2026. He was born on February 9, 2008. He was a lightbulb in a dark room.

A complete obituary is pending.

The Visitation will be held on Thursday, June 18, 2026, from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Hultgren Funeral Home & Cremation Center, 565...

Philip S. LoChirco

Philip S. LoChirco

Jun 13, 2026

With heavy hearts and unwavering hope in Christ, we announce that Philip S. LoChirco of Warrenville, Illinois went home to be with the Lord on June 13, 2026, at the age of 24.

Born on August 6, 2001, in Hinsdale, Illinois, Phil was the beloved son of Philip and Kenia LoChirco, devoted husband to Emily, cherished brother to Isabella and Giovan,...

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