Obituaries

Mar 13, 2026

Robert D. Sender, age 71, a resident of Wheaton, IL, passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026. He was born January 31, 1955 in Oak Park, IL to Donald A. & Barbara Sender.

Bob was the loving husband for nearly 50 years to Mary Lou (nee Mossman) and father to Kevin Sender and Melissa Sender. He was the beloved grandfather to...

Mar 21, 2026

Dawn Boice, 87, went to be with her Lord on Saturday, March 21, 2026.

Dawn was a woman who allowed herself to be shaped by God, as in the parable of the Master Potter, forming great character; seeking after Jesus so His love was evident, shining through her eyes and smile, evident in her mothers’ touch and hospitality.

Serving with her husband...

Mar 19, 2026

Leonard "Lenny" Johncola, age 66, a resident of Carol Stream, IL, passed away on Thursday, March 19, 2026. He was born April 4, 1959 in Chicago, IL to Joseph & Mildred Johncola.

While growing up, Lenny loved spending time at his family’s summer cottage at Delevan Lake in Wisconsin. Later in life he loved to visit his brother’s family in Oregon,...

Mar 19, 2026

Metro Raymond Swetz, age 90, of Wheaton, Illinois, was called home to the Lord on March 19, 2026.

Born on May 6, 1935, in Uniontown, Pennsylvania, Metro was the son of Metro Swetz Jr. and Genevieve Swetz (née Bielecki). He later made his home in Wheaton, Illinois, where he resided for much of his life.

A devout Catholic, Metro was a faithful...

Mar 17, 2026

Karen L. Murphy, age 75, a resident of Winfield, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 17, 2026. Born September 17, 1950 in Lynwood, CA, she was a lifelong devout Catholic and graduate of Elk Grove High School.

Karen spent her life cheering for the things she loved: music, the Cubs, Bears, and Blackhawks, and above all, her family. A homemaker when...

Mar 16, 2026

Beloved sister and dear Auntie peacefully entered the presence of her Lord and Savior on March 16, 2026, at home.

Arlene exuded love and kindness to all she met, a reflection of the transforming work of Jesus Christ in her life. She was born in Steinbach, Manitoba, Canada. At the age of six, her older brother Murray shared the Gospel with...

Mar 16, 2026

Hal Witthoeft, age 67, a resident of Warrenville, IL, passed away on Monday, March 16, 2026. He was born July 15, 1958 in Melrose Park, IL to Harold & Evelyn Witthoeft.

He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and provider, truly the heart and center of his family. Selfless, deeply caring, and incredibly empathetic, he had a way of taking on...

Mar 16, 2026

Ron said many times during the later decades of his life that he never imagined he would have the wonderful life he had and that, whenever God was ready for him, he was ready to go.

This week, God called Ron to his heavenly home on March 16, 2026, at the age of 89.

Ron was born on July 11, 1936, in...

Mar 15, 2026

Alfred J. “Fred” Sanguinetti, a man of character, was a lover of history, literature, film, and most of all good music. He possessed a quick wit and loved nothing more than a conversation after dinner with a glass of red wine. He met the love of his life Anne Sanguinetti (nee Russell) later in life and found his true happiness....

Mar 14, 2026

Jeannine Kallal, age 86, a resident of Wheaton, IL, passed away on Saturday, March 14, 2026. She was born January 28, 1940 in Chicago, IL to George & Aureola Sheldon.

Jeannine graduated from Miami University (Ohio) in 1961 and then went on to complete her Masters degree from Indiana University in 1963.

Jeannine was an excellent genealogist and used her skills toward...

Mar 11, 2026

Anita Elwell, age 88, a resident of DeKalb, Illinois, went home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, March 11, 2026. She was born June 27, 1937 in Palatine, Illinois, the second of three children born to Earl Lihme and Edna (Santa) Lihme. Anita went to schools in Palatine and Arlington Heights, Illinois, and also attended The University of Kansas...

Mar 10, 2026

Timothy “Tim” Paul Kmiec, 59, a beloved husband, stepfather, son, brother, and friend departed this world with his wife by his side on March 10, 2026, at home in Carol Stream, Illinois. He was born on May 17, 1966, in Montpelier, Ohio. Timothy lived a remarkable life defined by his unwavering commitment to family, service, and community.

A proud graduate of...

Mar 10, 2026

Lyle W. Morrow, age 93, a resident of West Chicago, IL, passed away on Tuesday, March 10, 2026. He was born February 18, 1933 in Peru, IL to Ralph & Hazel Morrow.

Lyle grew up in Peru as the oldest boy among three sisters. Memories of his childhood included swiping sun-warmed tomatoes from neighboring fields, eating them with a salt shaker...

Mar 8, 2026

George C. Cinert, Jr., age 81, a resident of Winfield, IL, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026. He was born August 25, 1944 in Berwyn, IL to George C. Sr. & Florence (nee Schmidt) Cinert.

Following his birth, George’s family lived in Cicero, Illinois. During this time, brothers Chuck and Rich joined the family. In 1954 the family moved to...

Mar 8, 2026

Mark S. Jacobs, age 70, a resident of Wheeling, IL, passed away on Sunday, March 8, 2026.

Mark Jacobs was born on November 9th 1955 in Evanston, IL. He lived in a 2 bedroom apartment in Evanston with his Grandparents, 2 uncles, an aunt, his mother and father and a brother who was just 15 months older than him. His parents...

Mar 5, 2026

Stanley P. Boyd, age 78, a resident of Wheaton, IL, passed away March 5, 2026. He was born October 14, 1947 in Normal, IL.

Stan passed away leaving behind a legacy of kindness, dedication, and devotion to family, friends, and community.

Stan was a proud Eagle Scout in his youth and a lifelong fan of football, a sport he enjoyed playing during...

Mar 2, 2026

Sally Sheehan Midura (n'ee Brown) lovingly known as Sally, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2026, in Wheaton, Illinois, at the age of 96.  Born on April 12, 1929, in Gary, Indiana, Sally lived a life devoted to her faith, family, and community.  Sally graduated from Lew Wallace High School in Gary, Indiana, and went on to attend Taylor...

Mar 2, 2026

Dashrathbhai P. Patel, age 86, a resident of Woodridge, IL, died March 2, 2026, surrounded by family.  He was born June 14, 1939 in Sitapur, India, to parents, Prahladbhai Gordhandas Patel and Hiraben P. Patel.

After having graduated in civil engineering he worked in public works department for nearly 40 years until retirement. He managed the whole...

Mar 1, 2026

Lois Anne "Toni" Breseman, (nee Brauer), age 93, died Sunday, March 1, 2026, surrounded by loving family at Sunrise of Naperville. She was born November 4, 1932, in Ann Arbor, MI, daughter of Rev Carl A. and Alice (nee Eifert) Brauer. Her father was a pastor for over 50 years at St. Paul Lutheran Church, Ann Arbor, MI.

Toni was a...

Feb 28, 2026

Rita "Joy" Tintera (née Blaha) ,age 95, of St. Charles, Illinois, peacefully passed away at home on February 28, 2026, leaving behind a remarkable legacy of faith, family, and enduring love.

She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, George; her siblings Richard, Robert, and Mary Ann; and her parents, Edward and Emily. She held their...