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...
Betsy Nicholas
Nov 29, 2020
Betsy Nicholas born and raised in Chicago the daughter of Nicholas T. and Golfo Kioutas. Betsy graduated From High School and went on to attend college to earn her teaching certificate. She not only was a teacher but also created children games as well as modeled for the Chicago Auto Show. Betsy entered into marriage to Gus Nicholas and...
Jack Alan Schneider
Nov 24, 2020
Jack Alan Schneider of Edwardsville, Illinois passed away on Tuesday, November 24, 2020, at Generations of Elmwood Park in Elmwood Park, Illinois, where he was on life support since mid-July 2020, after a heart attack and stroke that he suffered at home in Edwardsville. He was 62 years old.
Jack, beloved son of the late Jack and...
Phil Duffy
Nov 22, 2020
Phil Duffy, Beloved son of Annette and the late Kyran Duffy; cherished brother of Karyn Saflarski and Corinne Duffy (Patrick Biederer); dearest uncle to Adrian Allen, Alex and Kyra Saflarski; devoted "Dad" to his faithful companion Grommet. Due to current mandates, a celebration of life will be planned for in the future. For information, The Elms Funeral Home 708-453-1234...
Paula Jean Esposito
Nov 18, 2020
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Paula Jean Esposito, nee Scheidler, At peace November 18, 2020, age 63; beloved wife of Salvatore 'Sam'; loving mother of Candace (Joseph) Fekete, Randal (Christine), Nicholas and Vincent; cherished grandmother of Joseph, Violet and Scarlet Fekete; dearest sister of Diane Polakowski, Susan, Steve (Charlene) and Mark (Cherie) Scheidler; sister-in-law of Guy (Carmela)...
