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12/30/2025

Ruth Ursilla Sneed

Ruth Ursilla Sneed, 96, of Hodgkins. Beloved wife of the late Dallas. Loving mother of Sharon (Joseph) Wells, Randy Sneed, Starr (David) Corner, Ronald (Laura) Sneed and Rhonda (Steve) Grachen. Devoted grandmother of 10. Cherished great-grandmother of 6. Dear sister of the late Dorothy (late Robert) Harris, the late Richard (late Judith) Jaeger, Jr., the late Janice and the late Jeanette Jaeger. ...

Ruth Ursilla Sneed, 96, of Hodgkins. Beloved wife of the late Dallas. Loving mother of Sharon (Joseph) Wells, Randy Sneed, Starr (David) Corner, Ronald (Laura) Sneed and Rhonda (Steve) Grachen. …

12/29/2025

Helen Hartnett

In Loving Memory of HELEN HARTNETT November 28, 1924 – December 1, 2025 Helen Hartnett passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025, just days after celebrating her 101st birthday. Born on November 28, 1924, Helen lived a long, remarkable, and purpose-filled life defined by love, curiosity, resilience, and a quietly sharp wit that endeared her to all who knew her....

In Loving Memory of HELEN HARTNETT November 28, 1924 – December 1, 2025 Helen Hartnett passed away peacefully on December 1, 2025, just days after celebrating her 101st birthday. Born on November 2…

12/26/2025

Jon Dennis Mortellaro

Jon Dennis Mortellaro, age 84, of LaGrange, formerly of Elgin, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025 surrounded by family. Beloved husband of Anne Mortellaro for a wonderful 43 years. Loving father of the late Jeffrey Mortellaro. Dear brother of Larry (Sharri) Mortellaro. Cherished brother-in-law of Margery (Jim) Breit. Fond uncle of Kristina (Yan) Shkap, Anthoy (Joanna) Mortellaro, Matthew Breit, and Elizabeth Breit....

Jon Dennis Mortellaro, age 84, of LaGrange, formerly of Elgin, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2025 surrounded by family. Beloved husband of Anne Mortellaro for a wonderful 43 years. Loving …

12/25/2025

Dorothy M. Bowman

Dorothy M. Bowman, age 95, of Downers Grove, Illinois. Beloved wife of the late Arvid. Loving mother of Dianne (Frederick) Juhnke and Sharon (Roger) Wolfe. Devoted grandmother of Kevin, Warren and the late Ryan Juhnke, Michael Dunigan, Ruth and Jessica Hedberg. Adoring great-grandmother of Rowan Dunigan. Dear aunt to many nieces and nephews. Dorothy was preceded in death by her siblings Harold, Marian, Wm....

Dorothy M. Bowman, age 95, of Downers Grove, Illinois. Beloved wife of the late Arvid. Loving mother of Dianne (Frederick) Juhnke and Sharon (Roger) Wolfe. Devoted grandmother of Kevin, Warren and …

12/19/2025

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12/18/2025

Franco Laghi

Franco Laghi (8.19.1960-12.17.2025) Franco Laghi, 65, of Burr Ridge, Illinois, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones at his home on December 17, 2025. Franco lived a full life. He was born in Lima, Peru on August 19, 1960 to Bruna Ravaglia and the late Franco Laghi. He spent his childhood in the Andes Mountains where he demonstrated a love for learning under the tutelage of his mother who was a teacher at the local school....

Franco Laghi (8.19.1960-12.17.2025) Franco Laghi, 65, of Burr Ridge, Illinois, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones at his home on December 17, 2025. Franco lived a full life. He was bo…

12/17/2025

Bruno J. Gacek

Bruno J. Gacek, 94, of La Grange, Illinois, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, in the comfort of his home. Bruno was a proud United States Air Force veteran and was known for his kindness, quick one-line jokes, and for being loved by all who met him. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Barbie Gacek; daughter, Lynn (Mike) Waszak; daughter-in-law, Laurel (Matt) Gacek; his parents; and two brothers....

Bruno J. Gacek, 94, of La Grange, Illinois, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, in the comfort of his home. Bruno was a proud United States Air Force veteran and was known for his kindness…

12/15/2025

Beverly A. Eifrid

Beverly A. Eifrid, 95, of Indian Head Park, beloved wife of the late Stephen; loving mother of the late S. Michael (Carole), Timothy (Kathleen), Mark (Jolanta), and Patricia Countryman; proud grandmother of Sara Flanagan, Steve Eifrid, Ken Eifrid, Lauren Karim, Danny Eifrid, Stephanie Wilder, Matt Eifrid, and Kevin Countryman; great-grandmother to 11 beautiful children; dear sister to Patricia LaRue and the late John Ramlet....

Beverly A. Eifrid, 95, of Indian Head Park, beloved wife of the late Stephen; loving mother of the late S. Michael (Carole), Timothy (Kathleen), Mark (Jolanta), and Patricia Countryman; proud grand…

12/14/2025

Kiril Petrevski

Kiril Petrevski, age 80, of Countryside; beloved husband of the late Todorka Petrevski; loving father of Julija Petrevski & Vesna (James) Harris; proud Grandfather of Hunter & Jordan Harris; dear brother of Zlatka Bozinovska & the late Fance Stojanovska; loving uncle of Donce Teri, Jovce (Snezana) Trpovski, & Suzana (Jason) Archer. Funeral Service 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, December 20th at St. Kiril & Metodij Orthodox Church, 10S330 IL-83, Willowbrook. Interment Clarendon Hills Cemetery, Darien. Additional Information: (708) 352-6500

Kiril Petrevski, age 80, of Countryside; beloved husband of the late Todorka Petrevski; loving father of Julija Petrevski & Vesna (James) Harris; proud Grandfather of Hunter & Jordan Harris…

12/09/2025

Pamela A. Kegaly

Pamela Kegaly (née Pilarski), age 66, of Clarendon Hills; at rest on December 6, 2025. Loving mother of Kevin (Siobhan) Lynch and John Kegaly III; devoted grandmother of Clare & Ethan Lynch; beloved daughter of the late Edmund and the late Vivian Pilarski; dear sister of Paulette (Canuto) Pilarski-Puga, Colette (James) Ruich, Vivien (Larry) O’Connor, & the late Edward and late Paul Pilarski; treasured aunt to Melissa (Joseph) Michalski, Robert (Jessica) Zimmermann, Michelle Zimmermann, Jessica Zimmermann, and great-aunt to Edward Michalski, Jase Zimmermann, Allison Morgan, & Emily Zimmermann....

12/09/2025

Donna M. Wasz

Donna M. Wasz (nee Litoborski), age 86, of LaGrange, Illinois passed away peacefully amid her family on December 6, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Norman A. Wasz; loving Mother of Karen (Philip), Michael (Lizz), Sue (Mike) and Colleen (Mike); proud Grandmother of Blake (Mary), Lindsay (Sean), Braden, Brian, Connor, Payton (Thomas), Chandler, Erin, Tyler, Derek and Griffin; and adoring Great-Grandmother to Naomi....

Donna M. Wasz (nee Litoborski), age 86, of LaGrange, Illinois passed away peacefully amid her family on December 6, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Norman A. Wasz; loving Mother of Karen (Philip), …