Obituaries

Oct 23, 2025

Oct 23, 2025

Edward R. Clohessy, age 85, passed away peacefully on Thursday, October 23 in Long Beach, Indiana. He was preceded in death by his wife Judith and is survived by his wife Mary. Edward was a devoted father to Jeffrey (Kathryn) and Sharon (the late Albert Dalto); a proud grandfather of Matthew (Colleen), Daniel (Samantha), and Lauren; and a loving great-grandfather...

Oct 19, 2025

Noraine Eberlin nee Scarpelli, age 69; passed away peacefully on October 19, 2025, after a four-year battle with ovarian cancer. Noraine was the beloved wife of James Eberlin; loving mother of Gordon (Lauren) and David (Sarah) Eberlin; proud of and loving “Nana” of granddaughters Sadie and Molly Eberlin and Rowan Bisgard – Eberlin; cherished daughter of the late Noraine and Eugene Scarpelli;...

Oct 18, 2025

Kenneth Bruno Grining, 90, passed away on October 18th, 2025 at Evergreen Manor in Oshkosh Wisconsin. He was born in Chicago Illinois on June 7th, 1935, son of Reinhold and Ruth Grining.

Ken lived most his life in Chicago. He graduated high school from Luther Institute in 1953 and was a member of St. Paul Lutheran Church. After high school Ken...

Sep 25, 2025

Marion Morkes (nee Gance), age 85, of Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 25, 2025. She lived in the Beverly/Morgan Park neighborhoods for more than 60 years. Marion was born on July 28, 1940, in Evanston, Illinois, to the late Dorothy and Philip Gance. She grew up in Kenilworth, Illinois, and had two brothers, Bernard and Philip. Marion...

Sep 20, 2025

JoAnn Rose Scalise February 3, 1936 – September 20, 2025JoAnn Rose Scalise, 89, of Oak Lawn, Illinois, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home. Born on February 3rd, 1936, on the South Side of Chicago, to her late parents Joe and Anne. JoAnn remained deeply connected to her roots throughout her life. She later moved to California with...

Sep 20, 2025

Sep 20, 2025

Jill Ann Cunningham-Kavanagh March 2, 1966 – September 20, 2025 Evergreen Park, IL

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Jill Ann Cunningham-Kavanagh, age 59, who left us peacefully on September 20, 2025, in Evergreen Park, Illinois. Jill was born on March 2, 1966, and grew up in Evergreen Park, where she created a lifetime of cherished...

Sep 17, 2025

Carolyn Claudia (Wilson) Williams was born in Chicago, Illinois to Margaret Farmer Wilson and Claude Miller Wilson, Sr. both of whom preceded her in death. From an early age Carolyn's gentle and contemplative spirit was balanced with a deep love of the arts.   She studied dramatic performances, ballet , and piano, and found joy in sharing her talents through...

Sep 12, 2025

Vilius “Bill” Kubilius, age 94, of Kokomo, Indiana, and longtime resident of Evergreen Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on September 12, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Bill was born on August 20, 1931, in Seleniai, Klaipeda, Lithuania, to the late Jurgis and Anike Kubilius. The youngest of eight children, he grew up alongside his brothers Martynas, Jonas,...

Sep 10, 2025

Joseph A. Punda, affectionately known as "Joey," was born on December 7, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois. He dedicated his life to his profession as a Sheet Metal Worker, where he exemplified hard work and commitment throughout his career with Sheet Metal Workers Union Local 73.

Joseph passed away on September 10, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of love and devotion. He...

Sep 2, 2025

Ann Marie Belter (Petrozz), 66, of Chicago Ridge, Illinois, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on Tuesday September 2nd in the evening, after a valiant fought 2nd battle against breast cancer.

Ann was born on May 8th, 1959 in Chicago, Illinois and grew up there. She graduated from Bogan High School in 1977 and graduated from St. Xavier’s...

Sep 2, 2025

Barbra Anette Oling



Darling daughter to the late Irene and Alfred Oling. Loving sister to James Oling & Maryann (Stephen) Daker. Adoring aunt to Stefanie, Joseph (Rosie) and Jacqueline Daker. Life long friend to Richard Frank. Wonderful friend to many others.



Barb was a loving cat mom to her beautiful Baby and a proud, devoted aunt to Charlotte Rose and Tinley, her...

Aug 8, 2025

Carol Huddleston (née Labudzik), age 79, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025.

Wife of Marvin Huddleston. Loving mother of Christina and Kevin Huddleston. Treasured “Nana” to Cortney, Kevin Jr., and Jillian Huddleston. Cherished daughter of the late Estelle and the late Louis Labudzik. Devoted sister of the late Sally (Carmen) Fosco. Dear aunt to Carmen Fosco (Gayl), Louis Fosco, Lisa...

Aug 8, 2025

Marguerite Aparo; age87; Beloved wife of the late Vincent; Loving mother of John A. (Joyce) Aparo, Kimberly (Paul) Cericola, and Barbara "Snow" (Craig) Miller; Cherished Nonnie of Kimberly Faurbo, Matthew Aparo, Teresa (Romeo) Lim, and John "JJ" Aparo Jr, Carrie (Joseph) Feeny, Michael (Jackie), Vincent (Jolyne), and Christopher Cericola, Adam, Craig, Mary (Dan), Luke, and Mariella Miller; And Great-Grandmother of Alánnah,...

Aug 2, 2025

Robert L. Schlueter, age 79; beloved husband of Linda; loving father of Kathy (the late John) Hylka, Nick (fiancee Contina), Michael (late Sheri), Mary, Jenny, and service dog Macy; dear grandfather of Christopher Powell, Nicholas Hylka, Mathew Hylka, Kyle VanCleave, Stephanie (Ted) Findysz, Hannah (Ethan) Black,Steven, and Jacob; great grandfather of four; also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and...

Jul 30, 2025

Esther J. Dejka nee Mamon, age 94; loving mother of Susan Dejka (the late Daniel) Garcia, Sandra, Donna, the late Christopher, and the late Baby Dejka; dear sister of the late Bernard (late Mary Carol), late Theresa(Frank) Manka, and the late Joseph Mamon;  also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Jul 28, 2025

Jul 23, 2025

Thomas Mark Tobin passed away on July 23, 2025; born November 9, 1962 in Chicago. Tom was the the son of the late James Tobin and Lenore Tobin nee Carlson; loving brother of Caryl Tobin, the late James Tobin, and Caryn McGowan-Kinder; dear uncle to Kim McGowan, Kelly McGowan, Kerri (David) O'Neill, Katie McGowan; great uncle to Emily (Zach), Jasmine,...

Jun 27, 2025

Betty "Elizabeth" J. Pietkiewicz, age 90, beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, of Evergreen Park, passed into the arms of Jesus on June 27, 2025. Betty was born on October 26, 1934, in Lafferty, Ohio and grew up in Farmington, WV. After graduating from St. Mary Hospital Nursing School, Betty met the love of her life Gene in West Virginia,...