Obituaries

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...

Apr 24, 2025

Thomas Francis McQuinn, Beloved son the late Dee and Bridie McQuinn. Loving brother of Dan (Kim) McQuinn, Rev. Peter McQuinn and Denis McQuinn. Cherished uncle of Christine, Sonja and Danielle.

Lying in state Wednesday, April 30,2025 from 9:00 a.m. until time of Mass of the Christian Burial, 11:00 a.m. at St. Celestine Catholic Church, 3020 N. 76th...

Apr 24, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Leonel Monzon, who transitioned to eternal rest on Thursday April 24th, 2025, at the age of 78. Born in Guatemala on July 25th, 1946, to Gerardo and Maria, Leonel lived a life marked by resilience, dedication, and unwavering optimism.

In 1984, Leonel bravely immigrated to Chicago,...

Apr 20, 2025

John J. Hickey "Jack", 80, loving husband of Marilyn J. Hickey nee Debski for over 44 years; treasured brother-in-law of the late Christine (Joseph) Struzik, Jean (Marc) Bushman and the late Janice Bushman; cherished friend of Bill Klein; devoted uncle of Jennifer and Jason; and cousin of many. John was preceded in death by his parents John and Dorothy...

Apr 19, 2025

Michael A. Asta, Beloved husband of Kay. Devoted father of Roselyn (Robert) Schwietert, Nancy Hanns (Frank) McPartlin, Michael (Krista) Asta and George (Jennifer) Hanns. Cherished Poppy of Anthony, Joseph, Miranda, Lillian Rose, Jameson, Gavin, Michael Glen, Anna, Alex, and Allison. Dear brother of Anna Mae LoDestro and the late Pasquale "Pat" Asta. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews....

Apr 14, 2025

Lawrence S. Domagala, age 86, passed away peacefully on April 14, 2025. Beloved husband of 51 wonderful years to the late Donna M. (née Obermeyer). Loving father of Peter S. (Christine) Domagala and Karen A. (Vincent) Cozzi. Cherished grandfather of Brianna (Daniel) Checco, Jessica, Nicholas, Kyle, Vinnie, and Nicky. Proud great-grandfather of Elena "Peanut." Dear brother of the late...

Apr 10, 2025

Malissa Torres, 34, of Chicago; loving wife of Niko Torres; proud mother to her cherished son.

Visitation, Friday, April 18, 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Funeral Service and Interment to be held privately.

In lieu of flowers, please consider a financial contribution towards her son's future education expenses.

For information, 708-453-1234....

Apr 10, 2025

Maria Jadwiga Koson, 84, beloved wife of the late Kazimierz; cherished mother Andrzej (Grazyna) Koson, Ewa (Krzysztof) Bednarski, Henryk (Krystyna) Koson; loving grandmother of Matthew and Patrick Koson, Caroline (Grant) Fischer, Justine and Lucas Bednarski, Nicole, and Robert Koson.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Stanislaw & Eleonora, and all her siblings, Eugeniusz, Kazimierz, Stefan,...

Apr 8, 2025

Sebastiano Picciuca, 83, of Chicago, passed away peacefully with family by his side on April 8, 2025. He was the loving dad to Joseph John Casey Picciuca (Dawn Rejzek), Harmony Ann Picciuca (Fred Hickler), and Jeremy Sebastian Picciuca (Amber Rich); caring grandpa to Simon Sebastiano Hickler; fond uncle to Anthony and Paul Cinquegrani, Mark, Duncan, (the late Diana) Logan,...

Apr 6, 2025

Christine Loretta Boehm Mrozek, age 92, passed away peacefully on April 6, 2025 in Riverwoods, Illinois. Born in Richardville Township, Minnesota, on September 4, 1932, Christine spent most of her life in Chicago, Illinois. A proud graduate of Von Steuben High School, she went on to build a beautiful life and legacy filled with family, creativity, and laughter.