Randal A. Skidgel
Aug 29, 2026
Dr. Randal Allen Skidgel passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026, after a several-year journey with Alzheimer’s disease and Lewy Body Dementia.
Born on October 30, 1952, in Oakland, California, Randy started his life the way he lived it: efficiently and just before the deadline. Determined not to have a Halloween baby, his mother, Phyllis, gave Randy his first deadline, and...
Karen Kraay Lindenberg
Sep 18, 2026
Karen Kraay Lindenberg, 83, passed away on Friday, September 18, 2026. She and her younger sister, Kathy Kraay (who also passed away this week) were both born in Hammond, Indiana.
Karen lived most of her adult life in St. Charles, Illinois with her husband, children, and grandchildren always nearby. Se began her career as an elementary school teacher, but later most...
Thomas W. Leimbach
Sep 13, 2026
Thomas W. Leimbach was born on August 03, 1937 to Ervin H. Leimbach and Mildred T. (Powell) Leimbach in Hammond, Indiana. He was baptized and confirmed at St. John Lutheran Church in Hammond, Indiana. Tom departed this life to eternal rest on September 13, 2026 in Naperville, Illinois.
Tom is survived by Judith, his wife of over 68 years, his devoted...
Charlotte Raymond
Sep 13, 2026
Charlotte Raymond, a beloved matriarch and cherished friend, peacefully departed this world September 13, 2026 at the dignified age of 103. Born on October 13, 1922, in the city of Chicago. Charlotte was the cherished daughter of Walter and Mary Fryzel. She was the second youngest daughter in a family of eight children, all of whom she has now joined...
Michael Hugh Bryant
Sep 11, 2026
Michael Hugh Bryant, age 81, a resident of Carol Stream, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2026, at his home.
Mike was born on June 23, 1945, in Sedro-Woolley, Washington, to Henry and Cleora Bryant. He grew up in Okanogan, Washington, where he attended school and graduated from high school in 1964.
Mike proudly served his country in the United States...
Bonnie Lea Bushnell
Sep 4, 2026
With her husband of 49 years by her side, holding her hand, Bonnie L. Bushnell was succumbed to the effects of Dementia / Alzheimers and died on September 4th, 2026.
Bonnie was a Cubs fan to her very core. She was beyond thrilled to be selected to throw out the first pitch of a 1994 Cubs Game. Bonnie always had a...
Elton W. Anderson
Aug 30, 2026
Elton W. Anderson, age 93, a resident of Lombard, Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 30, 2026. He was born July 18, 1933, in Menominee, Michigan, to Arthur and Anna (née Durow) Anderson.
Elton grew up on his family’s dairy farm in Wallace, Michigan. He grew up knowing his future wife, Joyce Lindholm as their parents were close friends. Their friendship...
Jeanne E. Oswald
Aug 29, 2026
Jeanne “Betsy” Oswald, of Winfield, passed away peacefully on August 29, 2026, at the age of 84. Born in Oak Park on April 27, 1942, Betsy was the daughter of Jack and Jeanne Groote. She graduated from Wheaton Central High School in 1960.
Betsy was married to her beloved husband, Ralph, for 62 years. Ralph preceded her in death in September...
Robert Usiak
Aug 29, 2026
Robert “Bob” Usiak, of Carol Stream, Illinois, died on August 29, 2026, in Carol Stream at the age of 95. He was born on June 28, 1931, in Chicago.
Bob built a life marked by service, dedication, and deep devotion to his family. He attended St Hyacinth's grade school in Chicago. He graduated from Carl Schurz High School in 1950 and...
Foster J. Rooks
Aug 29, 2026
Foster J. Rooks, a devoted family man, hard worker, and faithful servant, born May 18 1946 passed away August 29 2026 leaving behind a legacy of steadfast faith, love and quiet kindness.
Foster lived his life as a true God fearing and servant-hearted leader, choosing to show his deep devotion to his family and community through actions. He possessed a rare,...
Ruth L Comfield
Aug 28, 2026
It is with sadness (for us) and joy (for her) that we announce the passing of Ruth Lydia Comfield (née Andreasen) into God's presence at the age of 96 on Friday, August 28, 2026 in Oak Brook, Illinois. She was born to Knut and Inga Andreasen in Chicago, Illinois on November 8, 1929.
Ruth will be remembered by her daughters: Janice...
Rikki Ranieri
Aug 27, 2026
Rikki Michelle Ranieri, loving mother, daughter, niece, cousin, aunt, and friend to many, passed away peacefully, surrounded by love, on the night of a full moon, August 27, 2026, at the age of 43. She was born in Winfield, IL, on January 22, 1983.
Rikki is survived by her sons, Eligh Ambrose Arellano and Silas Emerson Arellano, her mother, Karen Dugo,...
Douglas L. Haas
Aug 25, 2026
Douglas Lee Haas was born on February 24, 1944 and moved to his eternal home on August 25, 2026.
Doug was a “people person." Wherever he went he was a man full of sincere care, joy, curiosity, and engagement. He was always ready for a smile and a good conversation. He served others in various roles throughout his life as lawyer,...
Helga E. Becker
Aug 24, 2026
Helga Esther Becker went to be with her Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on Monday, August 24, 2026, in Winfield, Illinois, at the age of 94.
Helga was born on November 23, 1931, to Franz and Gertrude (Schattner) Kniep in Eudtkau, Ost Prussia. She was the second of four children, born after Erik (who died at 2 years of age), and...
Richard M. Peterson
Aug 24, 2026
Richard M. Peterson, aged 73, a resident of Carol Stream, IL, passed away on Monday, August 24, 2026. He was born May 18, 1953 in Chicago, IL to Richard & Dorothy Peterson.
Richard – who preferred to go by Rick – graduated from Naperville Central High School. Sports were a significant aspect of his youth and high school experiences, with a...
Evan M. DeBock
Aug 21, 2026
Evan M. DeBock, age 28, a resident of Chicago, IL, passed away on Friday, August 21, 2026. He was born February 6, 1998 in Lake Forest, IL.
Evan will be remembered for his kindness, generosity, quick wit, resilience, and unwavering devotion to the people he loved. He had a way of making those around him feel cared for—not through grand gestures...
Cynthia Ann Higgin
Aug 20, 2026
Cynthia Ann Higgin, age 78, of Naperville, IL, passed away at home on August 20, 2026. Known as “Cindy” to her friends, she was born on June 5, 1948, in Henryetta, OK to Francis Joseph "Bud" Prullage and Joanne "Dody" Moore Shafer.
She is survived by her daughter, Melissa Modica (Matt); grandchildren Jack, Luke, Molly, and Maisie; sisters Vickie Prullage Murray...
Olive Lichtblau
Aug 19, 2026
Carmel Olive Lichtblau (nee Smyth), known always as Olive, of Westmont Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2026 at the age of 86. Olive was born on July 11, 1940 in Claremorris, Co. Mayo, Ireland, to the late Patrick Smyth of Claremorris and Mary Smyth of Brackloon South, Ballyhaunis.
Olive was the beloved wife of the late Wolfgang Ewald Lichtblau....
Dalisay "Daly" Lacson
Aug 17, 2026
Dalisay "Daly" Anagaran Lacson, age 81, went to be with the Lord on August 17, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. She was born on April 8, 1945, in Cotabato City, Philippines, to Ricardo Anagaran and Rosa Sarceda.
She earned her bachelor's degree at University of Santo Tomas in the Philippines and went on to work as an architect in Chicago....
Jill M. Robb
Aug 14, 2026
Jill M. Robb, age 65, a resident of Glen Ellyn, IL, passed away on Friday, August 14, 2026. She was born October 26, 1960, in Morristown, New Jersey, to Alfred and Jeanne Arnott.
Jill was a proud alumna of Rutgers University, where she completed her undergraduate studies, and the University of Chicago, where she attended graduate school. She went on to...
