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Chicago, Illinois Obituaries

Anibal Santiago

Anibal Santiago

Oct 21, 2026

Anibal Santiago. Beloved husband of Maria. Devoted father of Yolanda (Ruben) Velazquez, Elizabeth (Julio) Rivera, Anibal “Papote” Santiago Jr., & Juan (Jeane) Santiago. Cherished grandfather of Ruben Jr., Lizette, Marlene, Nora, Randy, & Christopher. Great Grandfather Aubrey, Aria, Ruben III, Zachary, & Zoe. Fond brother of Migdalia, Wanda, Diana, Rosa, Anna, the late Carmen Iris, & Jose Antonio. Fond uncle...

Mario Flores Alegría

Mario Flores Alegría

Oct 13, 2026

Mario Flores Alegría, Born in Guerrero Viejo Tamualipas, México on May 4, 1947, passed away in Chicago, IL on October 13, 2026 at the age of 79; beloved husband of the late Emma Flores, nee Rodríguez; loving father of Mario, Noé (Marlén Valdivia-Flores) and Moises (Janet Perez-Flores); cherished grandfather of Anjelí “Mimi”Noémi, Kyra Elena, Isabel Amada, Sofia Emma and Gabriel...

Dean R. Coronato

Dean R. Coronato

Oct 12, 2026

Dean R. Coronato passed away October 12, 2026 at the age of 73; beloved husband of Linda; loving father of Dean (Julie) Coronato and Anthony (Deanna) Coronato; proud papa of Olivia, Carlo, Giovannino and Nicolina; cherished brother of Barbara Coronato (John McGillen); loved brother-in-law of Laura (Jerry) Brucer and Philip (Roseann) Caputo; dearest uncle of Philip and Michael (Gina) Caputo,...

Pasqua Bernatski

Pasqua Bernatski

Sep 29, 2026

Pasqua Bernatski, 83, Casamassima, Bari, Italy, devoted mother of Marianne (the late Patrick Campbell) Tate, Adrianne Kuczynski, and Barbara (David) Pisciotto; loving Nonna of Michael, Jennifer, Serafina (Andrew) Luksch, Madeline (Nathan VanDyke), Antonina, Vincent, and Laura; cherished great-grandmother of Lucia; sister of Luigi D’Amore, the late Simone D'Amore, and the late Serafina Spinelli; sister-in-law of Lucia D’Amore; and precious aunt...

Thaddeus H. Stefan

Thaddeus H. Stefan

Sep 24, 2026

Thaddeus H. Stefan, born May 12, 1984, at rest September 24, 2026 at the age of 42. Beloved husband of Lauren; adoring father of Liliana and Nico; loving son of Ken and Mary Stefan; cherished son-in-law of Phyllis Mascio; dearest brother of Pauline and Martha (Eric) Gieras; fun uncle to Victoria Gieras; dear nephew and cousin to many, friend to...

Myrna "Ate Maring" Horca

Myrna "Ate Maring" Horca

Sep 21, 2026

Myrna "Ate Maring" Horca, Born May 22, 1952 in Linao West, Tuguegarao City, Cagayan, Philippines. At rest, September 21, 2026 in Chicago, Illinois at the age of 74. Beloved daughter of the late Bernabe and Erenea; loved sister of Placido, Tomas, Maindrado and Eulalia; cherished mother and grandmother figure of Meg, Walten, Kathleen (Randy), Mason and Maddox. Visitation, Thursday, September...

Brian D. Barges

Brian D. Barges

Sep 15, 2026

Brian D. Barges, 73, passed away Tuesday, September 15, 2026. 

A Memorial Visitation will be held Saturday, October 3, from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., at The Elms Funeral Home, 7600 W. Grand Avenue, Elmwood Park, IL 60707. Interment to be held privately.

For information, 708-453-1234.

Eugene A. Fahey

Eugene A. Fahey

Sep 10, 2026

Eugene A. Fahey, beloved son of the late Eugene J. and the late Rose Mary Fahey, nee Sullivan; cherished brother of Cecelia (the late James) Osborn, Brendan (Carolyn), Mary (Jerry) Hughes, Paul (Stephanie), Eileen (Steve) Boffa, Peggy (Bob) Larson and Christine (Dr. Tom) Rudek; loving uncle of James and Elizabeth Osborn, Kayleen (Chayanne) Martinez, Joseph, Bridget (Matthew) Malmberg, Annie (Cheng...

Adeline Ramos

Adeline Ramos

Sep 9, 2026

Adeline Ramos, 70, was a beloved mother, grandmother, sister, daughter, and aunt whose memory will forever remain in the hearts of those who loved her.

Adeline was the beloved mother of Angelo and Eddie Ayala; the loving grandmother of Mariah Ayala; the cherished sister of Aida Ruiz, Gladys Aguirre, Annette Serrano, and Mariaelena Ramos, and the late Rosa Ruiz, Gloria Ramos,...

Martina Mendez

Martina Mendez

Sep 5, 2026

Martina Mendez, 87, beloved daughter, sister, aunt, great-aunt, and lifetime member of the Chicago First Spanish Church of the Nazarene.

Martina was a wonderful aunt who was deeply loved and cherished by her family. She was a kind and compassionate woman who never hesitated to give of herself to others. She generously shared her time, energy, and love, always making those...

Theodore Delgado

Theodore Delgado

Aug 28, 2026

Theodore Delgado, nacido el 10 de septiembre de 1939, en reposo el 28 de agosto de 2026 a la edad de 86 años; amado esposo de Juana Delgado; querido padre de Alma Delgado, Theodore Delgado y Orlando Delgado; orgulloso abuelo de Gabriel Delgado, Sabrina Alvarado y Gael Delgado; querido hermano y tío de muchos.Theodore Delgado, conocido por muchos como “Godoy”...

Juan V. Gomez

Juan V. Gomez

Aug 26, 2026

Juan V. Gomez, Beloved husband of Cruz. Devoted father of Eliot (Martha) Gomez and Jorge (Christl) Gomez. Loving grandfather of Matthew and the late Emma Gomez. Fond brother and uncle of many.

Visitation Friday, September 4th from 4 - 9 p.m. Funeral prayers Saturday, September 5th 9:00 a.m. at the Elms Funeral Home, 7600 W. Grand Avenue, Elmwood Park to Saint...

Renato Avanzado Biglete

Renato Avanzado Biglete

Aug 26, 2026

Renato Avanzado Biglete, age 77, passed away peacefully at home on August 26, 2026, surrounded by the love and comfort of his family.

Renato was born on March 28, 1949, in the Philippines, to the late Paulino and Eleuteria Biglete.

He was the beloved husband of Olivia Biglete, née Malanay; loving father of the late Elena Medina, Eleanor (Troy) Harper, Eloisa (Billy)...

Henry 'Hank' Czaja

Henry 'Hank' Czaja

Aug 22, 2026

Henry “Hank” Czaja, beloved husband of 60 years to Janet; cherished father of Joyce Baratta, Joseph Czaja, and Jacalyn (Aleksandar) Naffa; proud grandfather of Alyssa, Matthew, Angelina, and Johnny; dear brother-in-law of Gloria White Bonomo and the late Philip White; and fond uncle of many.

Hank was a man who embraced life and the people around him. He was positive and...

Dolores C. Barrientos "Loly"

Dolores C. Barrientos "Loly"

Aug 18, 2026

Dolores C. Barrientos “Loly”, 80, loving wife of the late Guillermo “Memo”; devoted mother of Marisa (Patricio) Bedolla and Evangelina (Bernardo) Gomez; treasured grandma of Michael, Sophia, Cristina (Horacio Sanchez) Mia, and Chloe; cherished sister of Idalia, Refugia, Gerardo, and the late Eva Guadalupe; aunt and godmother of many nieces and nephews in Mexico and the United States.

Dolores dedicated many...

Linda F. Arancillo

Linda F. Arancillo

Aug 15, 2026

Linda F. Arancillo, born on May 13th 1940 in Iloilo Philippines, peacefully passed away on Saturday, August 15th, 2026 (the Feast of the Assumption) in her home in Elmwood Park, IL surrounded by her loving family.

Linda was the beloved mother of Mia (Rick) Arancillo and was preceded in death by her loving husband of 53 years, Paquito Raz Arancillo, parents...

Chester C. Augustyniak

Chester C. Augustyniak

Aug 13, 2026

Chester C. Augustyniak, 70, loving husband of the late Maria; devoted father of Kristina Augustyniak, Nyssa (Nathan Moreno) Augustyniak, and Eveliss (Tony) Zenner; proud grandfather of Mackenzie, Natalia, Anthony, and Chloe: beloved brother of Stanley, Eugene, and Norman; and cherished and life long friend of Justin Mateo and Herman Lopez.

Chester was preceded in death by his parents Chester and Stefania.

Chester...

Stanley Borecki

Stanley Borecki

Aug 12, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Stanley Borecki, who passed away peacefully on August 12, 2026, at the age of 74.

Stanley was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and a hardworking man who took great pride in his work. He loved construction and spent his career remodeling and building homes. He had a gift for creating...

Adrian 'Smitty' Smith

Adrian 'Smitty' Smith

Aug 7, 2026

Adrian J. ‘Smitty’ Smith, born April 16, 1935, at rest August 7, 2026 at the age of 91; beloved husband of Margaret, nee Drygalski; loving father of Margie (Michael) Palmer and Tammy (Michael) Shabez; proud grandfather of seven and great-grandfather of six; dearest brother of Mary (the late Robert) Moreno, Arthur (Debra) Smith and Mark Smith. Smitty was a passionate...

Ellen Grace Vargas Ulit

Ellen Grace Vargas Ulit

Aug 5, 2026

Ellen Grace Vargas Ulit, born on March 4, 1974, in the Philippines, passed away on August 5, 2026, in River Grove, Illinois. Her life was a testament to perseverance, dedication, and deep love for her family.

Ellen was known for her hardworking spirit and unwavering commitment in everything she undertook. After immigrating to America, she faced challenges with resilience and grace,...

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