Local Illinois Obituaries
Jeanette "Jan" M. Galatte
Sep 11, 2025
Jeanette “Jan” Marie Galatte
Jeanette “Jan” Marie Galatte, 87, of Palos Hills, passed away peacefully on September 11, 2025.
Born in Chicago on September 15, 1937, to the late Emily (née Wegzryn) and Pasquale Notorleva, Jan attended Lourdes High School. She was active as a singer in the St. Rita jazz band, where she met her former husband, Nicholas Galatte.
In her early...
James "Jim" Williams
Sep 10, 2025
James “Jim” Williams, 73, of Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2025.Born on November 9, 1951, Jim was preceded in death by his wife, Jeannie, and later shared his life with Mary Maddox. He was the proud father of Josh (Joanna), Jeremy (Jessica), and Jaime (Rich). Jim cherished his grandchildren Jacob, Julianna, Jillian, James, Theodore, and Jackson. He...
Ann B. Doyle
Sep 8, 2025
Ann B Doyle nee Friel
Ann was a devout Irish catholic woman that went to church daily well into her 80’s.
Ann enjoyed spending time at her cottage when the late Phillip Sanfilippo was alive with her friends and family. She also enjoyed doing both crossword and word search puzzles. Loving mother of Terrie (Declan) Doyle, Thomas (Gina) Doyle, the late William...
Wayne T. Ratay
Sep 7, 2025
Wayne Thomas Ratay, 82-years-young, of Lemont, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on September 7, 2025. Born on December 16, 1942 in Chicago, Wayne was the beloved son of Thomas P. Ratay, Jr. and Bernice (Pason) Ratay, both of whom preceded him in death. He grew up in a close-knit Polish-American family, spending his childhood in Berwyn and...
Patricia Worth
Aug 28, 2025
Patricia I. Worth, 84, of Chicago passed away August 29, 2025. She is preceded in death by her husband Earl “Bucky” Worth and her ex-husband John S. Bickness.Born in Chicago on February 23, 1941 to Bernice Wilcher (nee Cronk) and William Tassie. Sister of the late John (Kathy) Tassie and the late Shirley McGrath.Loving mother to John Bickness (Nancy), the...
Grace A. Millard
Aug 28, 2025
Grace A. Millard, nee Knight; age 80 years, resident of Palos Hills, passed away peacefully surround by her loving family on Thursday, August 28, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Robert P. " Bob" Millard; loving mother of Jeffery, Sr. (Sherry) and Timothy Sr. (Tami) Millard; cherished grandma Loving grandmother of Jeffrey, Jr. (Haley), Rachel (Dominick) Hernandez, Timothy, Jr., Madisin,...
Stase Rudokas
Aug 25, 2025
Stase Mankus Adler Keparutis Rudokas was a woman with many names and a compelling life story. She was born in Lithuania to Joseph and Agnes Mankus, the youngest of three children. Her parents and two older brothers preceded her in death when she was still a very young woman. She attended school in Taurage where she met her first husband,...
Lois M. Bruck
Aug 24, 2025
Lois M. Bruck, age 86.
Beloved sister of Betty (the late Amado) delaRosa the late Shirley (the late Tony) Petrusonis, the late Ruth Marquardt (the late Elmer) the late Irene Louden and the late Charles Jr. (the late Pauline) Bruck. Dearest aunt to many nieces, nephews, great nieces, and great nephews.
A lifelong Chicago area resident, Lois served as a sergeant and...
Donald J. " Donny" Bello Jr.
Aug 20, 2025
Donald Joseph
"Donny” Bello, age 55, passed away, peacefully, surrounded by his loving wife and family. Beloved husband of Jeanne nee Lukosius; loving father of Ethan and Julia Bello; devoted son of Donald and Sandra Bello; dearest brother of Scott (Jennifer) Bello; kind Uncle of Paul, Maggie and Evie Bello; dear son-in-law of Kathy Lukosius; fond nephew and cousin to many.
Donny...
Kenneth Malkowski
Aug 16, 2025
Kenneth J. Malkowski Sr passed away suddenly on August 16th, 2025 at the age of 70 years old. Born in Chicago, IL on April 7th, 1955.
Ken's journey began as the cherished son of his late parents Raymond (Retired CPD) Malkowski Sr, & Helen (nee Kowalski) Malkowski. Ken's early years were shared with 1 surviving brother Raymond "Ray" Malkowski Jr.
Ken was...
Robert Valentinas
Aug 15, 2025
Robert A Valentinas, age 78, passed away on August 15, 2025, long time Chicago firefighter; devoted husband to the late Suzanne Valentinas; loving father of Adam and Luke (Jaclyn) ; grandfather of Braydon Peterson; fond brother of the late James (Linda), Thomas (Peg) and Donna (the late Larry) Banas; dear uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Family and friends will gather...
Eleanor F. Fry
Aug 15, 2025
Eleanor Fry passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, at the age of 86, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and family traditions that will live on for generations.
On Valentine’s Day, February 14, 1959, Eleanor married the love of her life, Donald Fry. Their time together was filled with joy and devotion, but tragically, Donald passed away in 1971....
Donald C Azukas
Aug 14, 2025
Donald C. Azukas, 90, of New Lenox, Illinois, and formerly of Worth, passed away peacefully on August 14, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Born on July 31, 1935, in Chicago to Charles and Blanche Azukas, Don grew up with a strong sense of responsibility, humor, and determination. After graduating from Calumet High School, he proudly served in the United States Army...
Edward "Marty" Fowler
Aug 6, 2025
Edward Martin Fowler, age 88, resident of Palos Park, passed away peacefully on Wednesday morning surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of the late Mariann "Micki" nee Walsh; beloved father of Edward (Kathleen), Kathleen, James (Linda) Fowler and the late Mary Pat Fowler; cherished grandfather of Nicole, Brian, Laura, Danny, Ryan, Grant, and Kayla; proud great grandfather of Brooke,...
Marlene J. Przybocki
Aug 6, 2025
Marlene J. Przybocki
Marlene Przybocki, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, at the age of 84. Born on April 12, 1941, Marlene was known for her generous spirit and her deep love for family. She and her husband, Joseph Przybocki, created a home in which family and friends were always welcome. She especially loved...
Evangelos Daglas
Aug 2, 2025
Evangelos “Angelo” Daglas March 2, 1938 – August 2, 2025 Services For Mr. Daglas will take place on Saturday September 6, 2025 at Palos Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 South Southwest Highway Palos Hills Illinois 60465. Visitation will be from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Trisagion Service will take place at 1:30 PM. Evangelos will be laid to rest at a...
Geri A. Darby
Jul 29, 2025
Geri A. Darby, age 83 years, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at her side. Resident of Tinley Park, IL. beloved wife of William Darby; loving mother of Doreen (Ross) Shemanski; cherished grandmother of Michael and Matthew Shemanski; dearest sister of the late Edward Antone; dear aunt of Jeffrey (Marybeth) Antone; kind sister-in-law of Charlotte.
Family and friends will...
Carol-Jean Slomski
Jul 24, 2025
Carol-Jean "CJ" age 87, passed away on July 24,2025. Resident of Chicago, formerly of Orland Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Frank J. Slomski; devoted mother of Stephen (Anita), Michael, Douglas Slomski and Dina (Andrew) Bilsbury; loving grandmother of 8 and great-grandmother of 8; cherished sister of William (Cathy) Milota. CJ was a long standing employee of SAP of...
Douglas G. Koehler
Jul 21, 2025
Douglas “Doug” Koehler, age 72, passed away Monday, July 21 at Palos Community Hospital, surrounded by his loving family. Born on Feb. 5, 1953 in Chicago, Doug spent most of his life as a true “south side guy.”
After graduating from H. L. Richards High School (Oak Lawn) in 1971 and earning an Associate’s degree from Moraine Valley Community College, he...
Patrick Joseph Luchsinger
Jul 19, 2025
Patrick Joseph Luchsinger passed away on July 19, 2025 after celebrating his 79th birthday. He was preceded in death by his parents, Patrick Joseph and Patricia (Casey) Luchsinger.
Born in 1946 on the southside of Chicago, he grew up in a large, loving home in Beverly. Patrick was the first of seven children. His siblings Frank, Jon, Margaret, Jay, Deborah and...
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