Carlos I. Perez
Jan 22, 2021
Carlos I. Perez, age 58, passed away January 22, 2021. He was born October 27, 1962 in Chicago, IL, to the late Ismael and Martha Perez. Carlos was a proud veteran and enthusiastic commercial driver for the CTA. He was a true rock n roller and man of faith. Beloved father of Caesar Ismael, Yesenia Nichole, Lilliana Victoria and Alejandro...
Martha Perez
Jan 22, 2021
Martha Perez, age 82, passed away January 22, 2021. She was born January 18, 1939 in Sugar Land, Texas to the late Antonio and the late Juanita Reyes. Beloved wife of the late Ismael Perez; cherished mother of Lillia (Robert) Alfaro, Carlos I. Perez and Jose (Gricelda) Perez; loving grandmother of JuanCarlos Alfaro, Daniel Alfaro, Angelica Maria Alfaro, Caesar...
Phyllis Hoyoss
Jan 19, 2021
Phyllis Hoyoss; Age 75, beloved wife of the late Bob "Piper". Loving mother of Dawn (Gary) Garner and Kim (Dominic Panepinto) Kloppke, Cherished grandma and Nana of Katie and Michelle Garner and Jimmy Kloppke. Dear friend to tons. Forever a friend to many at River Park Chapter 780 Moose Lodge. Visitation will be held Friday, January 22nd, from 10:00...
Leno Santacaterina
Jan 11, 2021
Leno Santacaterina passed away on January 11 at the age of 94. He was the son of the late Vincent and Amabile, brother of Mary (the late Donald Julian), beloved husband for 66 years of the late Rena Bartolomei, cherished father of Nancy (the late Thomas Donohoe), Susan (Charles Sanders), Judy (Matthew Swan), Michael (Mary Ellen) and Amy. Unforgettable...
Joseph P. Maiorano
Jan 1, 2021
Joseph P. Maiorano passed away peacefully on January 1, 2021 at the age of 83. Â Beloved husband of Linda, nee Massey; loving father of Debbie Maiorano (Larry Trotta) and the late Bridget; dear son of the late Frank and Angeline Maiorano; cherished brother of John (Carol), Frankie and the late Irvin (Shirley) Maiorano; dearest brother-in-law of Richard and Amy (Rich);...
Kenneth R. Backman
Dec 30, 2020
Kenneth R. Backman, age 62; beloved husband of 40 years to Mary A., nee Kmiecik; cherished father of Kyle Ryne, Ariel Jordan (Rick) Bermea and Aubrey Renée (Harry) Alvarado; adoring grandfather of Clark Olive Bermea and granddaughter to be, Baby Alvarado; loving son of the late Elsie Kane and Ernest Backman; son-in-law of Irene and the late John Kmiecik;...
Ismael "Junito" Cortes Jr.
Dec 30, 2020
Ismael "Junito" Cortes Jr., 52, loving father of Christian N. Cortes, Crystal D. Cortes, and Nicholas J. Cortes; grandfather of grandbaby soon to be  Leonidas; cherished son of Lydia & Manuel Oquendo and the late Ismael Cortes Sr.; beloved brother of Lydia Ramos, Hector Cortes, Mirna Oquendo, Damari Oquendo, Edwin Cortes, Emanuel Cortes, Yesenia Cortes, Damary Cortes, and Orlando...
Danelle J. Kelly
Dec 27, 2020
Danelle J. Kelly, a retired Nurse, died the morning of December 27, 2020 at the age of 75. Be loved daughter, of the late Isabelle and John C. Hergenrother Sr; sister to the late Rev. John C. Hergenrother; Danelle is survived by her loving family and cherished friends. Interment Private at Mt. Olivet Cemetery 2755 W. 111th Street in Chicago. In lieu of flowers, donations to the...
Gloria L. Ruoti
Dec 24, 2020
Ruoti, Gloria L., Beloved wife of the late Alfred. Loving mother of Laurie Ruoti and the late Julie & Michael Ruoti. Devoted grandmother of Stephanie Garcia. Cherished aunt of Annie DeCaro. Proud volunteer of Saint Cyprian Parish in River Grove. Visitation Tuesday, 9:30 a.m. until time of service 10:00 a.m. at Elms Funeral Home, 7600 W. Grand Ave. (North...
Michael R. Bruno
Dec 23, 2020
Michael R. "Pops" Bruno, Born September 6, 1940, At Rest December 23, 2020; beloved husband of 59 years to the late Carol; cherished father of Jim, Michelle (Mark) Wilson and Joseph; loving brother, uncle and friend to many. Mike was one of seven boys growing up and truly embodied the importance of family. His joys in life were opera,...
John Anthony Paul Giovenco
Dec 20, 2020
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Paul M. Cibelli
Dec 16, 2020
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Cibelli, Paul M., Loving father of Nicole Mardegan and Michael (fiancé Jetty Sizemore) Cibelli. Proud Papa of Nicholas. Cherished brother of Victor (Connie), George and Michael (Judith) Cibelli. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Active Military of the Illinois National Guard. A private visitation and funeral service will be held on Tuesday, December...
Vera J. Lamantia
Dec 14, 2020
LaMantia, Vera J., Beloved wife of the late Anthony "Cookie" LaMantia. Loving mother of Leah LaMantia (Chance) Savoure and the late Mark La Mantia. Mother in law of Lauren LaMantia. Cherished grandmother of Philip (Jamie) and Anthony (Chuck). Devoted great grandmother of Chase and Samantha. Treasured sister of Philomena Frischberg. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday,...
Carol Ann Bruno
Dec 14, 2020
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Carol Ann Bruno, nee Tangora; Born October 4, 1941, at rest December 14, 2020; beloved wife of 59 years to Michael; cherished mother of Jim, Michelle (Mark) Wilson and Joseph; dearest sister of Joyce LaRusso and the late Irene (the late Dr. William) Scott; loving aunt, sister and friend to many. Carol...
Gaetano Palella
Dec 12, 2020
Gaetano "Guy" Palella; age 88, beloved husband of 52 years to Rosa (nee Ferrara); loving uncle of Gennaro (Rosa) Paccione, Anna Paccione, John (Annamarie)Urbano and Mariella (Arturo) Craca; cherished cousin and great uncle of many; dear brother-in-law of Anna Ferrara (Lorenzo Allegretti) and Giuseppe Ferrara (Ebe Guerra)and cherished uncle of nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday, December 16, 2020 from...
Gloria Mestanza
Dec 8, 2020
Gloria Mestanza, age 78, beloved mother of Melida (Marco) Polanco and Anibal; cherished Abuela of mike (Vicky Polanco, Josue (Jennifer) Polanco, Bryan (Candice) Polanco and Elizabeth (Pedro) Renita; proud great grandma Abuela of Kayla, Kaylee, Melanie, Noah, Nicholas, Arabella, Malachi, Samuel and Kobe. Will always be beloved Abuela to all her church family. Visitation Friday, December 11, 2020 from...
Ray Menke
Dec 7, 2020
Ray Menke, 94, passed away peacefully December 7, 2020; loving son of the late Frederick and the late Sophie; devoted brother to the late Howard (the late Elizabeth) Menke and the late Fred (the late Susan) Menke; loving uncle to Mark Menke, Barbara (Dan) Youngberg, the late Renee (Al) Braun, Kathy, Thomas, Todd, and James Menke; cherished friend of...
Kenneth Melius Christiansen
Dec 4, 2020
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Kenneth M. Christiansen, age 87; beloved husband of Amalia, nee Lopez; loving father of Barbara A. Boehne, Kenneth M., Karen M. and the late Kate F.; cherished grandfather of Kevin (Nicole), Corey and Nicholas; great-grandfather of Cole John; dear brother of Karen (Bob) Powell, Charles and preceded in death by Vernon, Betty,...
Mary Ann E. Pankiewicz
Dec 1, 2020
Mary Ann E. Pankiewicz, nee Makowski; Beloved wife of Daniel; cherished sister of Joseph Makowski (Mary O'Brien); dearest aunt and cousin to many. Mary Ann graduated from Mundelein College, class of 1957. She was a dedicated teacher at Our Lady of the Angels Catholic School and sales manager for the Great Books Foundation. Mary Ann was active in numerous...
Carl A. Flanderka
Nov 30, 2020
Carl A. Flanderka, July 23, 1931 – November 30, 2020, Age 89; beloved husband of Miriam Rizzi and the late Betty Flanderka; loving father of Steven W. (Mary); dear brother of Kenneth; cherished extended family to Michael (Pat) Rizzi, David (Sue) Rizzi, Daniel (Suzy) Rizzi and their families; fond uncle to Christine and Susan. Carl made many dear friends...
