Obituaries

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.

Mar 31, 2025

Osinski, Tammy Lynn (Krause) June 27, 1969 - March 31, 2025, suddenly.

Daughter of David Osinski and late Laura Rice Osinski.  Survived by Father David and Step Mom Della Roberts-Osinski, Siblings David Osinski Jr. ( Christine) niece Tina, Joseph (Stephanie) Roberts, late Tammy (Tom) Brame, Larry Roberts, Kelly (Mike Sotir) Roberts. Husband and life long partner Gene...

Mar 29, 2025

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Andrea Velez, 89, a beloved longtime resident of Elmwood Park. Andrea passed away peacefully on March 29, 2025.

Andrea was the loving mother of Lourdes Soto, Noemi Agudo, and her late sons Gaspar Velez and Roger Velez. She was also the cherished grandmother of Sammy, Hector,...

Mar 24, 2025

Carolyn Thurman, of Chicago, passed away peacefully on March 24, 2025, which was also her 88th birthday. She now joins in eternal rest, her parents Mark and Genevieve Greenfield, and her eldest son Christopher Thurman. Loving mother to Valerie Thurman, Sherry (Leroy) Bono, Marlene (Brian) Miller; cherished Grandma to Ryan Heaton, Nickolas Bono, Evangeline Bono, and Olivia Miller.

Mar 19, 2025

David J. Hansen, longtime resident of Elmwood Park, passed away, March 19th at the age of 88. Beloved husband of the late Diane; loving father of Rev. Dawn (Ken) Roucka, Erik (Kelly), Jim (Colleen) and Brian Zalewski; proud grandpa of six; cherished partner of Marlene Chaney.

David was a proud United States Army Veteran and lived a...

Mar 17, 2025

Crusita Dounias (née Godinez), 91, passed away at home, surrounded by her loving family on March 17, 2025. Born in Chicago on September 14, 1933 to Carlos and Ramona. Loving wife to her late husband, Peter Dounias. Devoted mother of eight children whom she shared with her late first husband, Onesemo Alvarez. Three children survive her: Virginia (the late...

Mar 11, 2025

Audrey Loignon, beloved wife of the late Tomas Loignon; loving mother of the late Jim (Cindy) Holderfield and the late Anthony Holderfield; dear grandmother to Jim (Kelly) Holderfield, Ashley (Zachary) Burtman, Michael Holderfield, Dakota Holderfield; great- grandmother to Zachary & Jacob Burtman and Kassidy & Anthony Holderfield; cherished aunt to many.  Interment will be private at Abraham Lincoln National...