Obituaries

Aug 12, 2025

Mariann Trucksa (née Jacobsen), age 83, of Elmwood Park, passed away peacefully on August 12, 2025. Beloved wife of Paul Trucksa for 54 wonderful years; cherished mother of Antoinette (Christopher) Boyce; and fond cousin to many.

A devoted practicing Catholic, Mariann lived her faith daily through kindness, generosity, and a warm spirit that welcomed everyone she met....

Aug 11, 2025

Lifelong resident of Elmwood Park, Edward "Eddie" Mizejewski passed away peacefully at home on August 11, 2025.

Beloved husband of Kathleen (née Gruber), Eddie was the cherished brother of Patricia (Robert) Dedic, Gerry (Roy) LeGear, Mary (Gary) Kouba, and Robert (Ethel) Mizejewski. He was a proud Godfather to Janey Gagliardi, Matthew (Jessica) Kouba, and Kelly (Mark) Aiello;...

Aug 8, 2025

Patti Siebert, nee Burde; beloved wife of John; cherished mother of Karre (Michael) Scarlata and Johnny; adoring grandmother of Stella and Ruby; loving daughter of the late Bradley and Barbara Burde; dearest sister of Kathleen Burde, Timothy (Karen) Burde, Keith Gonia (Monica Wiater), Karen (Michael) Mandarino and the late Julie (William) Rohde; dear aunt to many and a friend...

Jul 30, 2025

Geraldine "Gerrie" Lustro (née Wasilewicz), passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 30, 2025, at the age of 87. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Charles J. Lustro, with whom she shared a loving marriage that started in 1956.

Geraldine was the devoted mother of Barbara Lustro; a treasured cousin to Rosemary Johnson and godmother...

Jul 29, 2025

Barbara "Bobbie" S. Gianfrancesco (nee Lindsey), 84, born and raised in Chicago, and formerly a proud resident of Elmwood Park for the past 30 years, now joins her beloved husband, Peter, in eternal rest. Cherished mother to Kathleen (David) Juran and (the late) Peter Gianfrancesco; proud grandmother of Patrick Juran, Victoria (Nicholas) Rodriguez; fond aunt to many. Bobbie is...

Jul 26, 2025

Jose W. (Tello) Holguin Diaz nacio en Durango, Mexico un 19 de Noviembre de 1947.

Era una persona muy querida por toda su familia y amistades. Murio un 26 de Julio del 2025 rodeado de su familia. Fue un gran, hijo, hermano, esposo, padre, abuelo, tio, padrino y un gran ser humano. Tubo la bendicion de estar...

Jul 23, 2025

Irene V. Neuenfeld, 101, loving wife of the late William E. Neuenfeld; devoted mother of John (the late Linda) Neuenfeld, Carol (Willard) Rakow, and Mary (James) Grigg; treasured grandmother of two granddaughters; great-grandmother of two great-grandsons, and former Willowbrook Ballroom Dancer with Anthony Drake.

Visitation will be Monday, July 28, 2025 from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m....

Jul 19, 2025

Michelle M. St James, Loving wife of Mark. Devoted mother of Brandi St James (Pandeli Kondi), Elon St James and Lindsey St James. Cherished grandmother of Leland, Julius, Avery, Lindsey and Krisanthi. Dear sister of Gerry, Joanne, Mark, Eugene, Anita, Colleen and the late Ceclia, Dennis, Leon, Gilbert and Greg. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Interment Private....

Jul 15, 2025

Marie-Elena Meagher, née Mazzuca, passed away on July 15, 2025 at the age of 78, beloved wife of the late Philip John; cherished mother of Paul (Linda) and Alaina (Brian) Papacek; loving grandma of Elena, Brett, Bella, Joseph, and Thomas; dear sister of Pamela (Arthur) Palenscar and the late Salvatore (Margaret) Mazzuca; dearest cousin and aunt to many.

Jul 6, 2025

Louis M. Nardello, Beloved husband of Linda. Devoted father of Michael (Angela) Nardello and Nick (Karen) Nardello. Cherished grandfather of Louis, Nicoletta and Mia Nardello. Dear brother of Lorraine (Leo) Ambrose.

Family and Friends please meet for visitation at Casa Scalabrini Chapel, 480 N. Wolf Road in Northlake starting at 9:00 am. Lying in State, Thursday, July...

Jul 5, 2025

Angela Silvana McClain (née Santangelo), 67, of Elmwood Park, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 5, 2025. Beloved wife of Carl W. McClain, with whom she shared nearly 40 wonderful years of marriage. Angela was the devoted mother of James Louis McClain, Barry Austin (Dana) McClain, and Carl W. McClain II, and the proud grandmother of Allie, Alex, Madeline,...

Jul 1, 2025

Ben Farago was born in Chicago on April 17, 1930 to Ettore and Mary Elena Farago. He died peacefully on July 1, 2025 with his son Dan by his side. He was 95.

Ben's early years growing up during the Great Depression and losing his mom at age 12 set the stage for the man he would...

Jun 15, 2025

Robert W. Kaczmarek Jr., affectionately known as Bob, age 59, of Elmwood Park, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Sunday, June 15, 2025.

Bob was the devoted longtime partner of Sallie Miller; the cherished brother of Cynthia (Joseph) Indurante, Cathleen Kaczmarek, Celeste (John) Robson, Carol Olsen, and Richard Kaczmarek; and the fun-loving...

Jun 1, 2025

George E. Ludkowski, 71, dear husband and friend of Lillian Duty Ludkowski for 50 years, father of their beloved son Christopher G. Ludkowski, passed away on Sunday, June 1, 2025. He was enjoying lunch out at a restaurant with his two best friends, Russell and Mickey, on Thursday, May 29, when George choked on his meal. Despite outstanding efforts...

May 26, 2025

Jean Krengiel, nee Tencza, age 102; passed away peacefully on May 26, 2025; beloved wife of 64 years to the late Steve Krengiel; loving mother of Tom (Judi) and Susan Elliott; cherished grandmother of Stephen Elliott, Victoria (Robert) Atkinson, Nicholas, Jeremy and Brittany Krengiel; great-grandmother of Brayden and Zachary Atkinson, Rachel Krengiel and Landon Wendling; dear aunt of many...

May 21, 2025

David Leonard Cwik, 70, of Chicago, died May 21st after a brief illness. An attorney of the first rank, Dave built a successful estate planning and probate practice from his office on North Ave, where he served the people of Galewood and the Northwest side of Chicago for almost 30 years. The son of Olga (née Budzinski), a bookkeeper...

May 10, 2025

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Cecilio Ruiz, age 67, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and respected business owner, who passed away Saturday, May 10, 2025

Cecilio was the beloved husband of Sara Ruiz, with whom he shared a life full of love, hard work, and unwavering devotion. Together,...

May 9, 2025

Josephine "Melinda" Bonante, Age 97. Beloved wife of the late Joe Bonante. Dear sister of Ida Perry and the late Antonietta (Francesco) Petrungaro. Devoted aunt of Maria Petrungaro and Debbie Petrungaro and many more nieces and nephews in Italy.

Visitation Thursday, May 15, from 4-8 p.m. Funeral Prayers, Friday, May 16, 9:15 a.m. at Elms Funeral Home,...

May 4, 2025

Ferdinando F. Milazzo, Age 95; Beloved husband of the late Arminda R. Milazzo, nee Gonzalez; loving father of Arminda (Ruben) Boy and Esther (Edgardo) Rizzo; dearest grandfather of Christian Boy, Fernando (Melisa) Rizzo, Alberto (Kristen) Boy, Lenny (Dana) Rizzo and Jennifer (Mike) Kerley; great-grandfather of Gisele, Emilia, Ryan, Vivian, Victoria, Alexis and Maximo.  Visitation, Thursday from 4 to 9...

Apr 28, 2025

Ryan F. Sobotka, 39, of Elmwood Park, passed away, April 28, 2025; beloved son of Roseann; cherished brother of Rosie (Chris) Glaz, Dagmar (Rafi) Mora and Lucy (Paul) Vieira; dearest uncle of Taylor, Elyse, Madison, Matthew and Aria; great-uncle to Mason; loving nephew of Debbie, Christine and Lora (Ray); dear cousin to many; best friend to Joel (Margie) Gonzales...