Obituaries

Jan 25, 2026

Maria “Cuca” Refugio Castaneda, 89, passed away Sunday, January 25. She now joins her beloved late husband, Daniel, in eternal rest. Maria was the loving mother to Elizabeth (Daniel) Marriott, Teresa (Erwin) Gramajo, and (the late) Daniel Castaneda. She was a proud grandmother “Cuca” to Erwin Jr. (Samantha), David Jr. (Leah), Yessi, and Erik.

She will be missed by all who...

Jan 22, 2026

Marjorie L. Sanger (née Truppo), age 84, passed away peacefully on January 22, 2026.

Marjorie was the beloved wife of John Sanger for 64 wonderful years, and a devoted mother to Debra Sanger Clause (Frank) and her late son, Robert Sanger; sister of James Truppo (Irene).

Marge will be fondly remembered for her years working at Kirk’s dime store in the Elmwood...

Jan 13, 2026

Karolina Hendrika Sandoval (nee Bednarczyk), born September 29, 1954, passed away peacefully on January 13, 2026, at the age of 71.

Beloved wife of 53 years to Francisco; devoted and loving mother of Marcos, Alicia, Louis, Carlos, and Eric Sandoval; cherished grandmother and great-grandmother of many. Dear daughter of the late Joannes and Wilhelmina Bednarczyk (nee Otten); dearest sister of Francisca...

Jan 11, 2026

Luis A. Torres, Born November 17, 1979, at rest January 11, 2026 at the age of 46; Visitation, Wednesday, January 14, 2026, from 4 to 9 p.m. Funeral Prayers, Thursday, January 15, 2026, 10:15 a.m. at The Elms Funeral Home 7600 W. Grand Ave. (turn north at 76th Ave.) Elmwood Park to St. Celestine Catholic Church, Mass 11 a.m. Interment...

Jan 10, 2026

Sam Scala, 78, of Downers Grove, formerly Melrose Park, Illinois, passed away on January 10, 2026.

Born on December 31, 1947, Sam dedicated his life to family and public service. He proudly served the Village of Stone Park for many years, rising through the ranks to become Chief of Police, a role he held with integrity, fairness, and deep commitment to...

Dec 28, 2025

Miriam Banti, born November 20, 1956, at rest December 28, 2025 at the age of 69; cherished mother of Bianca (Larz) Campbell; adoring 'Mima' of Thea Campbell; loving sister of Luis (Margie) Cuevas, Theresa (the late Antonio) Rodriguez, Lydia Molina, Maria (Rafael) Gonzalez, the late Juan (the late Sonia) Soto and the late Edwin Cuevas; dearest 'Titi' of many nieces...

Dec 17, 2025

Louis Nervoso, 84, longtime resident of Elmwood Park, now joins his beloved Sonia in eternal rest. Cherished father of Carmen, caring brother, fond uncle, and friend to many.

Visitation, Thursday, January 15, 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Funeral Prayers, Friday, January 16, 9:15 a.m., The Elms Funeral Home, 7600 W. Grand Ave. Elmwood Park, Mass of Christian Burial, 10:00 a.m., St....

Dec 10, 2025

Loretta Kirby, passed away December 10, 2025 at the age of 97; beloved wife of the late Arnold; cherished mother of Christopher Kirby (Amy Check) and the late Patrick Kirby; dear grandmother of Melissa (Eric) Ganz and Kelly Kirby; dearest “Aunt Lor” to many. Loretta was an avid bowler, a devoted member of her church community, and a dedicated librarian...

Dec 8, 2025

Psalm 116, verses 7-9:

Return to your rest, my soul, for the Lord has been good to you.

For you, Lord, have delivered me from death, my eyes from tears, my feet from stumbling, that I may walk before the Lord, in the land of the living.

With a profound sense of loss...

Dec 7, 2025

Rodrigo Alvear, passed away December 7, 2025, age 47, loving father of Milanasia Alvear and Nehemiah Alvear; Cherished son of Hernan and Ivelisse Alvear; loving brother of Miguel Alvear and Cynthia Alvear Plazas; dearest uncle of Alexia, Yasmin, Rozlyn, Mikey, Logan, Rhea and Ava.  Visitation, Sunday, December 14, 2025 from 3 to 8 p.m. Funeral Prayers, Monday, December 15,...

Nov 25, 2025

Joanna "Judy" Rae Hendricksen nee Yagelski, 86, loving wife of the late Harry Hendricksen; treasured mother of Joan (Phil) Klein, Margaret (Rich) Hendricksen, and Bonnie Marie; devoted grandmother of Brock, Garrett, Chaz, Harris, and Brian; great-grandmother of Ryker, Lexa, Cooper, Grace, Austin, Will, Addy, and Lilah; and cherished daughter of the late Charles and late Bonnie Yagelski.

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Nov 24, 2025

Miguel "Junior" A. Delgado, age 77; beloved son of the late Alfonso and Alejandrina. Loving father of Gloria Roman; cherished grandfather of Raquel, Marquis, and Dominic; and proud great-grandfather of six. Dearest brother of Raul (Carmen) Medina, Hilda Delgado (Israel Cedeno), Gloria Vargas (Raul Gonzalez), Rosa (the late Wilson) Vazquez, Ramona (the late Rafael) Cruz, and many brothers, sisters,...

Nov 17, 2025

Jorge G. Sandoval, loving husband for over 55 years to the late Mercedes Sandoval; cherished father of Carlos (Maria) Chinchilla, Maura Leticia Zuniga, Giovanni (Rosie) Sandoval, Ulises (Kim) Sandoval, and Lily; dearest grandfather of seventeen and great-grandfather of four; loving brother, uncle and cousin to many.

Memorial Visitation on Saturday, November 22, 2025 at The Elms Funeral...

Nov 6, 2025

Ethan Nathaniel Mendez, 24, unexceptionally passed away far too soon on Thursday, November 6, 2025. Born on June 2, 2001, Ethan brought warmth, laughter, and light into every room he entered.

He was the beloved son of Emilio Mendez (Maribel Lucena) and Christina (Eric) Rivera, and a devoted brother to Mercedez, Tatiana, Isaiah, and Eliel. Ethan was...

Nov 5, 2025

Sonia Baez, nee Vallejo; born August 13, 1944, at rest November 5, 2025; beloved mother of Victor, Marcos, Miguel, Grissell (Ruben) Reyna, Sonia (Luis) Rivera, Esteban, Tomas, Carlos Jr., the late Gilberto and the late Carlos Sr.; cherished grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, aunt and cousin to many. Sonia was the heart and matriarch of her family—deeply loved, admired, and cherished...

Oct 30, 2025

With deep sorrow and profound love, we announce the passing of Maria de Lourdes Campos, a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend. Born in Guayama, Puerto Rico on February 11, 1941, Maria was the daughter of Alejo Campos Vega and Alfonsa Colón Lebrón, and one of seven siblings raised in Barrio Puente de Jobos.

Maria was...

Oct 29, 2025

Frances Menolascino, nee Maniaci; beloved wife of the late Louis; cherished mother of Mary Louise and Phillip; dearest sister of Fannie Loverher and Rose (the late Ugo) Zeppo; dear aunt of Len (Carol) Zeppo, Susan (Mike) Bianchi, Joseph (Jolynn) Loverher and John (Janice) Loverher; great-aunt to many. Frances was loved and will be missed by all. Visitation, Saturday, November...

Oct 27, 2025

Joseph A. Giambrone was a kind man who spent his life making the world a little bit more beautiful. As a veteran of the Korean War and the US Army Band, he saw the absolute worst but also the best humanity had to offer. He traveled throughout Europe playing music to bring joy to others. He built and tended...

Oct 15, 2025

Iride DiVito nee Iannotta, age 95, of Elmwood Park, was born in Castel San Vincenzo, Italy on April 22, 1930. Iride died peacefully surrounded by family on October 15, 2025. Loving wife for over 64 years to the late Giuseppe; devoted and cherished mother of Anna Ek and Patricia DiVito; treasured Nonna of Matthew Ek and Kathryn Ek (Tyler...

Oct 11, 2025

Daniel Pankiewicz, 85 years of age, at rest October 11, 2025. Loving husband to the late Mary Ann (Makowski). Twin brother of the late Raymond. Dear uncle to many nieces and nephews. Graduate of the University of Illinois (1962). Dan served in the United States Peace Corps from 1963 to 1965, teaching mathematics at Bishop Herman College, a Catholic...