Obituaries

Thomas Mark Tobin

Thomas Mark Tobin

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,...

Betty - Elizabeth Jane Pietkiewicz

Betty - Elizabeth Jane Pietkiewicz

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,...

Julia Palombo

Julia Palombo

Jun 23, 2025

Julia Palombo, a beloved member of her community and a dedicated file clerk for an insurance company, passed away peacefully in Chicago on June 23, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on December 9, 1935, in Chicago, Julia's life was marked by her unwavering kindness and commitment to her family.

Julia was the loving sister of the late Mary (late...

Virginia L Giffey

Virginia L Giffey

Jun 3, 2025

Virginia L Giffey,  Age 86, Loving wife of the late Richard, Dear Mother of Arthur(Kathy), Woodrow, Michael, and Richard(Jennifer) Giffey. Special Grandmother of Kristyn(Jon), Micah, Timothy(TJ), Charlotte, and Peyton, GreatGrandmother of Kathryn and Jack, Resting at Kosary Funeral Home,  9837 S Kedzie Ave, Evergreen Park. Visitation Sunday June 8th, 2025, 2:00pm to 5:00PM.   Funeral Monday June 9th, 2025, 11:00AM...

Doris R. Potts

Doris R. Potts

May 31, 2025

Doris R. Potts; age 93; passed away May 31, 2025; loving mother of the late Lawrence and the late Richard Potts; dear friend of Sandy, Dorothy, Carolyn, Pat, and many more. Doris was an administrator for the Chicago Public Library for over 50 years; she was also a good and faithful servant of the Lord. Visitation Saturday June 7, 2025,...

Patrick Lee Chambers

Patrick Lee Chambers

May 9, 2025

Patrick Lee Chambers; a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a man who truly lived life on his own  terms; passed away on May 9, 2025 at the age of 78. Born September 22, 1946, Patrick grew up in vibrant neighborhood of Hyde Park and attended Chicago Vocational High School before graduating from the University of Missouri with...

William L. Pisano

William L. Pisano

May 2, 2025

William “Bill” L. Pisano, age 97; beloved husband of the late Sarah “Lynn” nee LaMonto; loving father of Lucille “Lucy” (Thomas, Sr.) Holewinski, and William “Bill” (Cheryl) Pisano; cherished grandfather of Thomas (Theresa) Holewinski, Jr., Heather (Mark) Blevins, Stephanie (Jeff) Speer, Christina Pisano, and the late Doreena Pisano; great grandfather of Alex Pisano; preceded in death by brothers and a...

Jeanette Marie Giffey

Jeanette Marie Giffey

Apr 30, 2025

Jeanette Marie Giffey, passed away suddenly on April 28, 2025.

Jeannette was born in Chicago in 1967. After graduating from St. Ignatius High School, she attended University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Jeannette spent the majority of her professional career working at Navy Pier. Her twenty-three years with the Pier began with the Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA) and continued when the...

Manuel S. Perreira

Manuel S. Perreira

Apr 26, 2025

Manuel S. Perreira III, born on September 27, 1940, in Hilo, Hawaii, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025, in Hazelcrest, Illinois. He was a proud veteran who served honorably in the Army, exemplifying dedication and service throughout his life.

Manuel is remembered as a devoted husband to Maryjean, nee O'Blanis. Together, they shared a life filled with support, love, and...

Linda L. Kruse

Linda L. Kruse

Apr 19, 2025

Linda L. Kruse, born on January 18, 1949, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on April 19, 2025, in Downers Grove, Illinois. She exemplified a life dedicated to both professional excellence and community service.

Linda's career spanned 33 years as a Manager at Illinois Bell, where her leadership and commitment to her work left an indelible mark. Additionally, she devoted over 20,000...

Lorraine Young

Lorraine Young

Apr 16, 2025

Our beautiful Mom, Lorraine Young (aka Lola) passed away peacefully at home after her long struggle. God took her home April 16, 2025 at the age of 97 years. Born in Chicago to John & Anna Gizowski, she was the youngest of their five children; Angeline (Leroy), Rose (Teeko), Katherine (Hank), and Peter (Anna).

Lorraine's marriage to the late John Dunne...

Michael Ryan

Michael Ryan

Apr 15, 2025

Michael Ryan, born on April 29, 1958, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, in Oak Lawn. A beloved brother, devoted uncle, and cherished friend, Michael leaves an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew him.

He was the dear brother of Joseph (Linda Passea) Ryan and Thomas (Bridget) Ryan; dear uncle to Jessie, Michael, and Katie, and fondly...

Robert C. Hemry, Jr.

Robert C. Hemry, Jr.

Apr 15, 2025

Robert “Bobby” Hemry; age 30; dear son of Julie and the late Robert Hemry, Sr. and Jim Doherty; fond brother of Megan Doherty; cherished grandson of Mary Lou Walsh; also survived by aunts, uncles, and many cousins. Visitation and Funeral Wednesday April 23, 2025, 3:00 pm to 9:00 om at Kosary Funeral Home 9837 S. Kedzie Ave. Evergreen Park; Prayer...

Roland John Jurgens

Roland John Jurgens

Apr 8, 2025

Roland John Jurgens, age 92; of Evergreen Park; passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Anne nee Carson; loving father of Judy Callaghan, Jim Jurgens and Tom Jurgens; cherished grandfather to Mike (Kimberly) Callaghan, Matt (Carly) Callaghan, Maura (Nate) Cahnman, Mark Jurgens, and Sophia Jurgens; devoted great grandfather of Anna, Emmy, Georgia, Matty, Ava,...

Barbara A. Spanos

Barbara A. Spanos

Mar 31, 2025

Barbara A. Spanos (nee Catania), age 80; cherished wife of the late John; beloved mother of Elizabeth Spanos (Tony), Christina (Michael) Rice, and Ali (Tom) Green; grandmother of Audrey, Valerie, Melissa, Lydia, Amanda, Matthew, Nicholas, Miranda, and Nicole; great-grandmother of four; loving daughter of the late Francis and Rose Catania; fond sister of Francis (Zelda) Catania, Angel Catania, Michael (Chris)...

Michael Polino

Michael Polino

Mar 29, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Michael Richard Polino on March 29, 2025, at the age of 41. Born on September 29, 1983, Michael lived his life with relentless empathy, a quick wit, and an infectious spirit that touched the lives of everyone he encountered. He always saw the best in others and would go to any length...