Brust Funeral Home - Lombard & Villa Park

12/12/2025

Geneva Cardello, age 66, of Lombard, formerly of Elmwood Park, passed away peacefully on 12/11/2025.

Loving wife of Angelo “Andy”; beloved mother of Tony (Madalynne) and Rose; adored grandmother of Gianna, Samuel and Luciano.

All services are private.

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12/10/2025

Jen Brackmann, 37, of Lombard, passed away suddenly on December 6th.

Dear wife of Art Bingenheimer and loving mother of her three boys, Tyler Bingenheimer, Logan Bingenheimer, and Evan Bingenheimer. Daughter to Richard and the late Deborah Brackmann. Sister to Sarah (Cory Ackerman) Brackmann...

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12/08/2025

Margaret “Peggy” Connors, of Lombard, was born on Nov 12, 1946, and passed away in her home on Dec 5, 2025, after a long illness.a

Beloved wife of the late Bill Connors for over 50 years, Peggy and her family lived her early years in England due to her father's being stationed there in the U...

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12/06/2025

William J. Downing, Jr., age 57, suddenly of Elgin, passed away on December 4, 2025.

He was the loving husband of Michelle nee Haayer; dear father of Amanda (Garett) Guthrie of St. Charles, Matthew (fiancée Caroline Harris) Downing of Barrington and Danielle (Alex) Wixed of Roselle; fond gra...

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12/06/2025

R. Carl Paulsen, of Glen Ellyn, passed away suddenly on November 30th.

Dear son of Robert E and Lynette Paulsen. Caring brother to Stephanie Dahl. Uncle to Harley McIntosh, Cheyenne Carlson, Nannette Martelle. Nephew, relative and friend of many.

Carl grew up in Glen Ellyn. He gradua...

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12/06/2025

Phyllis Fogel passed away on December 4, 2025. Phyllis was the beloved wife of 42 years to Ronald E. Fogel, whom she first met across a bridge table—a fitting beginning for two people who would build a lifetime partnership on patience, wit, and teamwork.

She was the devoted mother of Ronald ...

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12/05/2025

Shirley Markham of Genoa, formerly West Chicago, passed away on December 1st. Dear wife of the late Ray Markham.

Loving sister of the late Stanley Bieniasz, the late Darlene Wilson, and Karen (Dave) Dini. Dear aunt to many nieces and nephews. Loving daughter to the late Casimir ‘Casey’ and ...

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12/05/2025

The first holiday season without a loved one weighs heavy on the hearts of families in our community. Grieving can last an indeterminant amount of time and it can be especially hard during the holiday season. My family and staff wanted to do something to help the families we served this past year. That’s why we are established a tradition here at Brust Funeral Home. One that aims at nurturing the community. On Saturday, December 6th from 2:00-7:00PM folks are invited to come to our Holiday Open House at our Lombard location. We will have hot cider and my mom, Karen’s famous Grandma Brust Cookies. Our model train set and festive village will be out for kids to view. Families that we have served since November 2024 will receive a special ornament in memory of your loved one, similar to the one pictured, with an option to order as well.

In the spirit of giving, we will have a toy collection bin for the Lombard Fire Department Toy Parade next to our tree.

Finally, if you would like to stop by, say hello, and warm up a bit before heading to the rest of the festivities please do so! We’d love to see you!

Sincerely,
-The Brust Family and Staff

*ornament photo posted with permission from the family*

This event will run in conjunction with the JingleBell Jubilee

12/04/2025

In loving memory of
Virginia Rose Menza
February 24, 1922 – December 2, 2025

Virginia R. Menza, 103 years old, of Wheaton, Illinois, passed away peacefully in her sleep on December 2, 2025. She was born in Chicago, Illinois to the late Giusseppe and Antonina Sciortino. Devoted wife of th...

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12/04/2025

Art Bacon, beloved husband, devoted father, cherished grandfather and great grandfather passed away on December 2, 2025.

Art was the dear husband of 70 years to Rosemary. They met through Art’s sister and were married by Rev. Reinke on June 11th 1955 at Faith Lutheran Church in Westchester....

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12/03/2025

The holidays can be difficult for those experiencing loss of a loved one. Several local churches offer Blue Christmas/Longest Night Services to help those dealing with loss. See service details in the photo attached.

Thank you to those churches who are lending a hand.

First Church of Lombard UCC
Grace United Methodist Church of Naperville
Gary United Methodist
Good Shepherd Church in Naperville
Faith Covenant Church in Wheaton
Elmhurst Christian Reformed Church