Obituaries

Local Illinois Obituaries

Jadvyga Dijokas

Jadvyga Dijokas

Jan 28, 2026

Jadvyga Dijokas (nee Simutis) age 98. Beloved wife of the late Vytautas. Devoted mother of the late John. Dear aunt of Robert Simutis. Jadvyga loved cooking, gardening, fishing, camping, but more than anything, her dogs. Visitation on Wednesday, February 4, 2026 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Funeral Wednesday 11:00 a.m. from Palos -Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 Southwest Hwy. Palos Hills,...

Michael Kazaitis

Michael Kazaitis

Jan 28, 2026

Michael “Mike” Kazaitis, age 68, of Palos Park, IL, passed away peacefully on January 28, 2026, surrounded by family.

He was the devoted husband of Debra Kazaitis (née Lindemulder), with whom he shared a life grounded in love and partnership. They were married 42 beautiful years supporting each other in their life goals, raising a family, spending time in their Florida...

Patricia A. Blankenship

Patricia A. Blankenship

Jan 27, 2026

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Patricia A. Blankenship, age 83 ; resident of Oak Lawn, IL . passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 surrounded by her loving family. Loving mother of Tim ( Tina) Jucius, Sue Jucius, Diane Ciara and Michael Jucius; Cherished grandmother of Matthew and Maggie Ciara and Alex Jucius; dearest sister of Paul (Barbara) Lukso and the late Joseph Lukso,...

Francesca Savarino

Francesca Savarino

Jan 18, 2026

Savarino, Francesca

Nee Canzoneri; beloved wife of the late Biagio; loving mother of Bruna (Greg) Granato and John (Sandy) Savarino; cherished grandmother of Brittni (Nathan) Gilling, Danielle (Keith) Yopchick, Jillian (Tom) Magna and Nicole (Jorgen) Juul; adored great-grandmother of Sienna, Aria, Michela, Billy, Olivia, Mia, Michael, James, Joey and Henry; devoted daughter of the late Antonino and late Martina Canzoneri; dear...

James G. Lorenz

James G. Lorenz

Jan 18, 2026

James G. Lorenz, age 64. Beloved husband of Rebecca (nee Merriman). Devoted father of James and Ashley (Jeff) Nolan. Cherished grandfather of 14. Dearest son of James and the late Elaine. Loving brother of Marty, Mike, Rick and Dan. Also survived by many loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends. Jim was an avid golfer, fisherman, gardener, but most importantly a...

Romas A. Blazys

Romas A. Blazys

Jan 8, 2026

Romas “Roman” Antanas Blazys, age 52, passed away unexpectedly, January 8 2026.

Loving and devoted son of Laima nee Kudirka and the late Dr. Raymond Blazys, Loving brother of Lora ( Juozas) Mikuzis; dearest uncle of Juozas Jr., Paulius and Matas; doting godfather of Juozas Mikuzis Jr. and Evianna Balciauskas. Godson of Ramute Balciauskas; . cherished nephew of Dalia Norkaitis and...

Eugene S. Griggs

Eugene S. Griggs

Jan 5, 2026

Eugene S. Griggs, age 80 years; Combat veteran of U.S. Marines; beloved husband of Patricia nee Supis; loving father of  Michael ( Maureen) , David and Kevin (Devon) Griggs; Cherished grandfather of Tyler, Emily, Ethan, Synobia, David II, Lorianna, Arden, Kaitlyn and Hailey Griggs; dearest brother of the late George and Diane Griggs; dear uncle of many nieces and nephews;...

Gladys E. Geuss

Gladys E. Geuss

Jan 5, 2026

Gladys E. Geuss (nee Peterson), age 101.

Beloved wife of the late John J. Geuss (Ret Col USMCR) for 74 years.

Loving mother of Cheryl (Robert) Taves and Nancy (Rick) Fehr. Cherished grandmother of Adam (Erin) Taves, Elizabeth (Ryan) Mraz, Aaron (Megan) Taves, Katharine (Curtis) Heide, and Patricia (Kevin) Krieter. Adored great-grandmother of Audrey Taves, Ava Mraz, Alexander Taves, Kaleigh Krieter, Aiden...

Beverly F Rusinak

Beverly F Rusinak

Jan 5, 2026

Beverly Rusinak, age 95 (nee Emerson). Beloved wife of the late Emil. Devoted mother of Gary, Thomas and Linda (Gregory) Becker. Cherished grandmother of seven and great-grandmother of six. Beverly enjoyed spending time with her family.  She loved bowling, bingo, swimming and doing crafts. Memorial visitation Saturday, January 10th,  2:00 pm until time of service 4:00 pm at the funeral...

Anne I. McGuire

Anne I. McGuire

Jan 1, 2026

Anne I. McGuire, age 82 years, passed away peacefully on January 1, 2026. She was surrounded by family and friends but went on her own terms.

She was proceeded in death by her loving parents Irene ( Howenstein) Clonts and Jesse Clonts. Growing up in Troy, Missouri she enjoyed going out hunting with her Daddy and making clothes with her Mama.

Anne...

Dominic Russo

Dominic Russo

Dec 31, 2025

Dominic Angelo Russo passed away on December 31, 2025 at the age of 88. Devoted husband to Caron Ellen Russo (Nee Cody). Loving father to Dominic M. Russo, Michael (Catherine) Russo, Annette (Dave) Turoci, Anthony (Ronda) Russo. Proud Grandfather to Dominic (Amanda) Russo, Nathan (Eileen Torpy) Russo, Natalie Russo, Nicole Russo, Jaclyn (John) Keating, Michael Russo, Joseph Plukarski, Monica (Thomas)...

Louis Hartwig

Louis Hartwig

Dec 25, 2025

Louis Hartwig, age 81.

Veteran U.S. Army.

Beloved husband of the late Pamela S. Hartwig (nee Benson). Loving father of Jody Hartwig, Sandi Strabel, Trish (Kevin) Lipp and Tina Taylor. Cherished grandfather of 11.Dear friend of many.

A Memorial Gathering of Family and Friends will be held Monday January 12th from 4:00PM to 6:00 PM at the Palos Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 Southwest...

Mariann Machay

Mariann Machay

Dec 23, 2025

Mariann Machay (nee Raudis) age 88. Loving mother of John (Janice), Richard (Julie), Michelle Machay and the late Kenneth Machay. Loving grandmother of John Jr., Jake, Kyle, Alexis and great grandmother of John III and Hunter. Member of Lemont area senior organizations and many years of service with Certified Automotive -Chicago. In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Humane...

Alice Joyce Tudryn

Alice Joyce Tudryn

Dec 18, 2025

Alice J. Tudryn, nee Gregar, age 78 years. resident of Chicago Ridge, IL. Beloved wife of Anthony "Butch" Tudryn; loving mother of Jennifer (Thomas) Filipiak, Wendy (Scott) Kahle; cherished grandmother of Nikki Kahle, Thomas and Lillian Filipiak; dearest sister of Edward (Sara) and Daniel (Linda) Gregar; dear aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Family and friends will gather for a memorial...

Judita Dargis

Judita Dargis

Dec 17, 2025

https://www.youtube.com/live/9ZA2tNmiVewJudita Dargis October 28, 1934 – December 17, 2025

Judita Dargis (Zonaite), age 91, passed away peacefully at home in Orland Park, IL. Judita was born to her parents, Gustavas Zonas and Adele Lopetaite (Baltramonaitiene), in Radviliskis, Lithuania.

After the war that displaced her family, she emigrated to Australia where she met her (now deceased) husband Stasys Dargis (Darginavicius). They were married...

Ronald John Zastro Jr.

Ronald John Zastro Jr.

Dec 14, 2025

Ronald John Zastro Jr. “RJ” 

Family and friends will gather for a visitation on Friday, December 19, 2025 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Funeral Service 7:00 p.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 Southwest Hwy, Palos Hills, IL 60465 

Florence A. Lewis

Florence A. Lewis

Dec 8, 2025

Florence A. Lewis (nee Scheunemann), age 88.Beloved wife of the late William Frederick Lewis for 53 years.Loving mother of Fred (Debbie), Scott (Kathleen) and Karen (Ed) Mikos.Cherished grandmother Kevin, Meghan, Rachel and William Lewis.Dear sister of the late Ruth, the late Henry, the late Bertha and the late Carol.Florence enjoyed family and friends, adventures with her grandchildren, cooking, reading and...

Bogumila Kachetiene

Bogumila Kachetiene

Dec 5, 2025

Bogumila Kachetiene, beloved mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on the morning of December 5, 2025.



Visitation will be held at Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home (11028 SW Hwy, Palos Hills, IL 60465) on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 3:00-8:00 PM. For those attending the visitation, we invite guests to wear blue or an accent of blue in remembrance of Bogumila....

Nancy E Webster

Nancy E Webster

Dec 5, 2025

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Nancy E. Webster, beloved daughter of the late Bertha (nee Milos) and Clarence Webster; cherished sister of Susie Webster; dearest cousin and dear friend loved by many near and far. Proud alumni of Little Flower Grammar School & High School and St. Dominic’s College.

Visitation Tuesday, December 9th, 3 -8 p.m. at the Palos- Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 Southwest Highway, Palos...

Lisa Leckie Huhn

Lisa Leckie Huhn

Dec 4, 2025

Lisa Leckie Huhn, 53, of Orland Park, passed away unexpectedly at her home on December 4, 2025. Her family and friends are devastated by her loss and feel she left this world far too soon.

Lisa was born on December 26, 1971, at Little Company of Mary Hospital to Charles and Kathleen Leckie.

Lisa worked many jobs throughout her life, but being...