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Chicago, Illinois Obituaries

Kathryn Harrington Zepf

Kathryn Harrington Zepf

Jan 25, 2014

A graduate of Kelvyn Park High School, Kathryn Harrington Zepf, age 92, earned a bachelor's degree in accounting in 1981 from Northeastern University while working full time and raising four children. After moving to River Grove from Chicago in 1954, Katie grew concerned about the nearby railroad tracks which provided an attractive nuisance to the many children on the block....

Alexander J. Siska

Alexander J. Siska

Dec 20, 2013

Siska, Alexander J.; Age 93. Beloved husband of Dorothy for 69 years nee: Fergon. Cherished father of Janet (Jeremy) Rogers, Lynn (John) Murphy, Mark (Beth) and Tom (Pam) and the late Carol. Loving grandfather of Aimee and Katy (George Wichelns) Rogers, Carol Murphy, Marjorie, Melissa and Alexander Siska, Sarah, Matthew, Emily and Alyssa Siska. Dear great grandfather of Ed, Patti,...

Elizabeth V. Rose

Elizabeth V. Rose

Dec 15, 2013

Elizabeth V. Rose, nee Callaghan, age 94; beloved wife of the late Joseph Rose; loving mother of Marianne (Robert) Higgins, Joseph (Eileen), Henry (Dr. Patricia Kelleher), Martin (Marybeth), Stephen (Karen), Terrence (Joan), Elizabeth (David) Shiroishi, Sheila, Sharon (Greg) Spiros, James (Cathy), and John (Loretta). Granny to thirty-five grandchildren and eleven great-grandchildren; daughter of the late Martin and Rose (Hand) Callaghan;...

Maria Arambula

Maria Arambula

Dec 13, 2013

Maria Arambula, Born March 10, 1918, At Rest December 13, 2013, Age 95. Visitation, Sunday, December 15, 2013 from 4 to 9 p.m. Funeral, Monday, 9:15 a.m. Prayers at The Elms Funeral Home 7600 W. Grand Ave. (North on 76th Ave.) Elmwood Park to St. William Church, Mass 10 a.m. Interment Elmwood Cemetery. For information 708-453-1234

Phyllis Loring

Phyllis Loring

Dec 11, 2013

Phyllis Loring, October 28, 1923 – December 11, 2013; cherished mother of James (La Verne), Kathy Dubak and the late Barbara Di Gangi; dear grandmother of James Loring Jr., Kenny Dubak, Michelle (Tyler) Kimbler and Joseph Di Gangi; great-grandmother of six and dearest friend to many. Visitation, Saturday, December 14, from 9 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 11:00 a.m....

Giordana Losurdo

Giordana Losurdo

Dec 4, 2013

Giordana Losurdo, nee Braglia, age 88; beloved wife of the late Joseph "Peck"; cherished mother of the late Joseph M. (JoAnn); dearest grandmother of Joseph M., Michael F. (Jamie) and Dan (Sandra) LoCascio; great-grandmother of Ava and Michael; dear sister of the late Roland and loving "Gram" to all. Lying in State, Saturday, December 7, 2013 from 9:00 a.m. until...

Agnes M. Cappelletti

Agnes M. Cappelletti

Dec 2, 2013

Age 95, (nee Norks) Longtime resident of River Grove, IL. Beloved wife of the late John Cappelletti; loving mom of Joan (Brett) Wigal, John (Eva), Tom (Diane), Mary Pecora; cherished grandmother of thirteen; proud great grandma of seventeen; dear sister of Mike (the late Frances) Norks, and the late Jane (the late Wesley) Henderson; fond aunt to many nieces and...

Mary Ann Wisnieski

Mary Ann Wisnieski

Dec 1, 2013

Mary Wisnieski died the morning of December 1, 2013 with her sister Louise at her side. She was born December 9, 1931 the eldest child of John and Ethel (Sarzynski) Wisnieski. She was predeceased by her brothers Paul and Fred. She is survived by her sister Louise (Florian) Smoczynski of Madison, Wisconsin. Mary had attained degrees from The Art Institute...

Francisco J. Mojica

Francisco J. Mojica

Nov 29, 2013

Francisco J. Mojica, Born May 11, 1966, at Rest November 29, 2013. Visitation, Thursday, December 5, 2013 from 4 to 9 p.m. Funeral Prayers, Friday, December 6, 2013, 8:30 a.m. at The Elms Funeral Home 7600 W. Grand Ave. (north on 76th Ave.) Elmwood Park to Providence of God Catholic Church. 717 W. 18th Street, Chicago. Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment...

Edward C. Kitlinski

Edward C. Kitlinski

Nov 24, 2013

Edward C. Kitlinski, Loving husband of Marisol. Devoted step-father of Melissa and Alberto Gonzalez. Cherished brother of Helen, Steve and Jim. Visitation Friday 4-9pm. Funeral Saturday 11:15 a.m. prayers at Elms Funeral Home to Our Lady of Victory Church Mass 12:00 Noon. Interment Saint Adalbert Cemetery. (708)453-1234

Enrique Baez Gonzalez

Enrique Baez Gonzalez

Oct 31, 2013

Enrique Baez Gonzalez, Age 61; beloved husband of Herminia Maldonado; loving father of Enrique, US Army (Jennifer)Baez and Brenda Baez. Enrique was a proud American. He served his country, in both, Vietnam and Iraq. He retired from the US Army as a Major after 27 years of service. As a civilian he was a proud Captain for 20 years with...

Robert R. Ludwig

Robert R. Ludwig

Oct 28, 2013

Robert Richard Ludwig, Born November 11, 1938, At Rest October 28, 2013. Visitation Wednesday, October 30th from 12 P.M. until time of Service 3:30 P.M. at The Elms Funeral Home 7600 W. Grand Ave. (North on 76th Ave.) Elmwood Park. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, donation to  PAWS Chicago  would be appreciated. For information call The Elms at 708-453-1234

Herbert R. Schulze

Herbert R. Schulze

Oct 18, 2013

Herbert R. Schulze, Born October 21, 1926, At Rest October 18, 2013, Age 86. Visitation Monday, October 21, 2013 from 4 to 9 p.m., Service 8 p.m., at The Elms Funeral Home 7600 W. Grand Ave., (North on 76th Ave.) Elmwood Park. Interment Private. In lieu of flowers, donation to the Cynthia Schulze Memorial Fund, First Merit Bank - 1606...

Peter Gianfrancesco

Peter Gianfrancesco

Oct 16, 2013

Peter Gianfrancesco, Age 74; beloved husband of Barbara, nee Lindsey; loving father of Kathleen (David) Juran and Peter; dear grandfather of Patrick and Victoria Juran; fond brother of Harry, John (Mary), Marguerite (Jerry) Nega, Lorraine, the late James (the late Lovilla) Bacoulis, the late Latitia (the late Richard) Soria, the late Benjamin (Rosemary) and the late Catherine (James) Ostergren; dear...

Grace L. Syslo

Grace L. Syslo

Oct 13, 2013

Grace L. Syslo, nee Cinquepalmi, Age 74; beloved wife of Gary; loving mother of Mark, Anthony, Christine and the late Diane; dearest grandmother of Michael, Anthony, Kristina, Megan and Rosanne; great-grandmother of Kaylee and Ethan; dear sister of Nick (Patricia) and Vito Cinquepalmi; sister-in-law of Rev. Alan Syslo. Visitation Wednesday, October 16th, 4 p.m. until time of Service 8 p.m....

Joyce Annette Lestarge

Joyce Annette Lestarge

Oct 12, 2013

Joyce Annette nee Schmidt LeStarge, age 77, beloved wife of the late Ronald; loving mother of Jeff (Debbie) and Dave (Kathy); cherished grandmother of John (Jessica), Doug, Courtney (Dominick Cannata) and Dan; dear sister of Gloria (Lonnie) Davis; surviving sister-in-law June (Roy) Gustofson. She will be missed by many family and friends. Visitation Tuesday from 4 to 9 pm, Funeral...

Sara Padilla Debentancor

Sara Padilla Debentancor

Oct 11, 2013

Sara Padilla de Bentancor. Loving husband Luis. Devoted mother of Maria Lourdes, Rita (Roberto) and Cecilia (Roberto). Cherished grandmother, Fernando, Fernanda, Adams, Pablo, Joanna, Jorge, Camila, Nahuel, Sebastian, Allan, Jean Franco, Matteo, Cristina, Yalena, Stefani, Juan, Danilo, Yoselin, Luana, Jhonathan and Gabriel. Visitation Monday 4-9. Funeral Tuesday, prayers 8:45 am at The Elms Funeral Home 7600 W. Grand Ave to...

Robert F. Bonkowski

Robert F. Bonkowski

Oct 1, 2013

Robert F. Bonkowski, Born February 11, 1933; at Rest Oct. 1, 2013; beloved husband of Susan, nee Gillespie; loving father of Mary (Brian) Krajewski, Donna Syverson, John Bonkowski, Colleen (Timothy) Nelson and Robert (the late Cedra) Bonkowski; dearest grandfather of Eric and Evan Syverson. Robert was a lifelong Cubs fan. Visitation Friday 4 to 9 p.m. Funeral Prayers, Saturday, 10:30...

Diane L. Lacoco

Diane L. Lacoco

Oct 1, 2013

Diane L. LaCoco, nee Luczak; age 69; Cherished mother of Sandra and Pamela LaCoco; loving grandmother of Amanda, Jessica, Lindsay, Caitlyn and Jackie Craig; former wife of William LaCoco; dear sister of Ronald Luczak and the late Joanne (John) Kuta; fond aunt to many nieces and nephews. Visitation, Sunday, 4 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service, Monday, 10 a.m. at The...

Gloria V. Manges

Gloria V. Manges

Sep 25, 2013

Gloria V. Manges, nee Addalia, born November 21, 1928, at rest September 25, 2013; beloved wife of the late Alois E.; cherished mother of Al (Char), Lee, Kathy (Tom) Keith and Laura (Jerry) Jackson; dear grandmother of Al (Heidi) Manges, Joe (Ashley) Manges, Michael Manges, Tanya (Bob) Dingels, Jon Manges, Gina (Ryan) Scarpelli and Jay Jackson (Joyce Budnick); proud great-grandmother...

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