Obituaries

Sep 4, 2026

Ray McRae, age 61; beloved husband of  Kris McRae nee Feichtinger; cherished son of Noel and Maryann McRae; loving father of Michael (Kristen) McRae, Laura McRae, Rebecca, and Ericka McRae; dear  grandfather of Joseph, Kayla, Daniel, Marky, Harper, Nolan, Kylie, and John. Visitation Friday September 11, 2026, 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Kosary Funeral Home 9837 S. Kedzie Ave.,...

Aug 20, 2026

It is with deep regret that we announce the passing of Jose Luis Alvarez. He was born in Mexico on May 28, 1947, and spent most of his life in Chicago. He passed on August 20, 2026.

Jose’s warmth and easygoing spirit were evident to everyone he met. He lived each day with gratitude, meeting life’s ups and downs with a...

Aug 15, 2026

Lee J. Robson, age 74; loving son of the late Lee J. Robson and Frieda Robson nee Tuider; fond brother of Linda Colby, Gary Robson, Patty (Tom) Marsan, Judy (Frank) Heslin; dearest uncle of many nieces and nephews; special friend of Jerry and Marina Avina and family; good friend to many. 

Lee was a proud member of IBEW Local #134 and...

Aug 10, 2026

Linda Christine Dixon, 77, passed away peacefully on August 10, 2026, in the comfort of her daughter Carey’s home in Munster, Indiana, surrounded by love.

Born on April 23, 1949, Linda lived a life defined by strength, courage, compassion, and a deep devotion to the people she loved. She was a loving mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, as well as a cherished...

Aug 3, 2026

Dorothy Briestansky, 80, of Shorewood, Illinois, entered eternal life on August 3, 2026. Born on November 3, 1945, Dorothy was the daughter of Ann Soltys and John Briestansky. She grew up in Chicago and later raised her family in Evergreen Park. In recent years she lived at Shorewood Horizons, where she formed deep and lasting friendships. Dorothy devoted herself to...

Jul 26, 2026

Walter J. Furtner, age 65, loving son of the late Alfred and Joanne, nee Weaver; and loving brother of the late, John J. Furtner; dear brother of Fred (Shing-Chao) Furtner; fond nephew of many aunts and uncles; cousins and friends. In lieu of flowers, donations to Little Company of Mary Sister's Retirement Fund are appreciated. Visitation Sunday, Aug 2, 2026,...

Jul 18, 2026

Timothy "Tim" Quilty passed away at the too young age of fifty-seven, Tim was born in Evergreen Park, IL in August of 1968 to the late Bernard Quilty and the late Margaret "Peggy" Quilty. Evergreen Park was also his lifelong residence. Tim was a union electrician for most of his adult life.

He is survived by his siblings; the late Brian Quilty...

Jul 13, 2026

Oswald "Ozzie" Friedrich; loving father of Julie Friedrich and step father of Sharon (David) Cundari,and the late Linda Bleck; preceded into God's glorious heaven by his parents Emil and Wanda; brothers Ervin and Helmut, and his sister Nellie. 

Ozzie was a member for many years of Rheinischer Gesang Verein, Chicago Chapter Men's Choir.  They traveled world wide signing and enjoying their...

Jul 5, 2026

Ronald Cerevic; Loving father of Kathy (Jim) Demas, Ronald (Patty) Cerevic, Eric (Ellen) Cerevic, and Beth (John) Parillo. Cherished grandfather to Amanda, Nick, Alex, Brittany, Ronny, Delaney, Natalie, and Joey. Dear brother of Marlene (Ralph) Kazmierczak. Cherished great grandfather to Brayden and Brooks. Beloved uncle to many nieces and nephews.



In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciate to St. Jude at https://www.stjude.org

Jun 25, 2026

Lorraine E. (Galli) Moses was born in Chicago, Illinois on April 2, 1927, the only child of Myrtle (Engel) and Raymond Galli. She attended Sawyer Avenue and Gage Park High Schools where she achieved high grades and many awards for her excellence as a student. As a teenager she was part of a high-spirited group of adventuresome young women called...

May 25, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jacqueline A. Lichtneckert, affectionately known as "Auntie Jackie" to many, who left us on May 25, 2026. Born on January 29, 1958, in Chicago, Illinois, Jacqueline lived a rich life filled with love, laughter, and an unwavering spirit that touched all who had the privilege of knowing her.

Jacqueline’s vibrant...

May 13, 2026

Loren Paul Beuke

July 16, 1957 – May 13, 2026

Loren Paul Beuke; dear son of the late William and the late June Beuke; loving father of Bryan and Greg (Amanda) Beuke; cherished grandfather of William and Zachary Beuke, dear brother of Karen (Robert) Van Housen and the late Renee Stewart; beloved uncle to Gabrielle, Gretchen and Grace Van Housen. Loren worked...

Apr 27, 2026

Apr 18, 2026

William “Bill” R. Hammer, 70, of Evergreen Park, passed away peacefully at home on April 18, 2026, surrounded by his loving family. Bill is preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Dorothea Hammer, and his in-laws, Jim and Lois LaJeunesse. He is survived by his loving wife of 38 years, Margaret “Peg” LaJeunesse; their treasured children, Maggie (Reid) Bradford,...

Apr 17, 2026

John Drazenovic, born on November 5, 1943, in Croatia, passed away on April 17, 2026.

John was the husband of the late Helen Drazenovic and father of John Peter Drazenovic and his wife Suzy.; grandfather to Andrew and Rachel Drazenovic,  John's extended family included numerous nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flower, memorial donations appreciated to the Alzheimer's Foundation of America at alzfdn.org.

A...

Apr 16, 2026

William R. Winters (Bill), [Born July 26, 1945 - Born into Eternal life April 16, 2026] proud veteran of the United States Army. Most wonderful husband to Peg (neé Fortune), devoted and adored Dad to Bill F. (Heather), and Colleen (Steve) McNeela, beloved Papa to Jack and Charlie McNeela. Dear brother to Mary Kay Gilbert (Jamie Richter), Fred (Hyla) and...

Mar 31, 2026

In lieu of flowers, memorials to Evergreen Park Fire Department in memory of John and Dorothy Wanda appreciated

Mar 14, 2026

Mar 14, 2026

Joseph T. Mackin is survived by his four loving siblings; Michael,  Margaret (Lawrence) Radziwon, Julia (John) Kennedy, and Thomas (Therese) Dubelbeis; He is preceded into God's glorious heaven by his parents Joseph and Margaret Dwyer-Mackin, followed by Joseph's second wife Eloise Marie.

After high school, Joseph joined the Catholic Brotherhood and became an Alexian Brother. He worked as a respiratory therapist....

2026

Esther Therese Kroll, age 98, of Chicago, passed away unexpectedly. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 73 years, Leonard, and her daughter, Lynn. She is lovingly remembered by her son Mark Kroll, her daughter Sue (fiancé Steve Weingarden) Kroll, and her grandchildren Traci (Sheila) Kroll and Trevor Kroll.Esther found happiness in life’s simple pleasures. She had...