Local Illinois Obituaries
Danuta Ernesta Tallat-Kelpsa
Jul 22, 2024
Ramiai mirė 2024 m. liepos 17 d., sulaukus 100 m.
Gimė 1923 m. lapkričio 14 d. Alytuose, Lietuvoje.
Gyveno Naperville, IL
Nuliūdę liko duktė Ausra Tallat-Kelpša Di Raimondo, anūkėRima (Jonas) Žiūraitis ir anūkas Kenan Vytautas (Ariane) Gungor, proanūkas Oliver Maximilian; duktė Anastasia (Michael) Cronin, anūkė Natasha; sūnus Mark Antony (Luci) Di Raimondo, anūkė Jennifer Grace; bei giminės JAV ir Lietuvoje.
A.a. Danute Ernesta buvo...
Valentine G. Zilinskas
Jul 21, 2024
Valentine G Zilinskas (aka Žilius) passed away peacefully on July 21st at 88 years old.
On August 10, 1935, Valentine was born to Antanas and Maria (Aižinas) in Kaunas, Lithuania. In September 1944, during WWII, Valentine, his sister Irene and parents immigrated to Germany. In 1949 at age 14, he and his family emigrated to the United States settling in the...
Jaime Hernandez
Jul 21, 2024
Jaime J. Hernandez Age 90. Beloved husband of 63 years to Amparo (Toscano Mata). Devoted father of Jaime L. (Leslie) Hernandez, the late Sandra P. Hernandez, Diana (John) Kraft and Dora (Michael) Sokolowski. Proud Grandpa of Maria, Paul (Kasia), Christopher, Peter, Joseph and Marissa. Adored Great Grandfather of Isabella. Dear son of the late Leonardo Hernandez and Enriqueta Torres. Fond...
Vito VeSota
Jul 21, 2024
Vito VeSota, 72, son of the late Vito V VeSota Sr and Lucille (Viliunas) VeSota Retired officer, CPD. Beloved husband of Barbara (nee Petritis), proud father of Jennifer (Ed) Leahy, and Julie VeSota, loving Papa of Noah Leahy, supportive brother of Lucille, brother-in-law, nephew, cousin, neighbor, and friend.
In his early years, Vito participated in a variety of activities, including traditional...
Yvonne Avgerinos
Jul 20, 2024
Yvonne S. Avgerinos (Nee Teason), age 85. Loving mother of Michelle (Dale) Tokarz, Gerald Avgerinos, Brian (Lindsey) Johnston and Gayle Johnston and her fur baby Sophie. Cherished grandmother of Kevin Augle, Ryan Deegan and Hailey Deegan Great grandmother of Aiden Augle. Devoted sister of the late Barbara Teason. Visitation Thursday July 25, 2024 3:00-8:00pm Funeral Service Friday July 26, 2024...
Rita Slapsys
Jul 20, 2024
Family and friends will gather for visitation on Friday 9:00 a.m. until time of Service 11:00 a.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 Southwest Hwy. Palos Hills, IL . Interment St. Casimir Lithuanian Cemetery.
Dennis Kwiatkowski
Jul 20, 2024
Dennis J. Kwiatkowski, age 73 years. Passed away peacefully surrounded by his loved ones. Resident of Midlothian, formerly of Blue Island. Owner and operator of Denny's Automotive and Machine Shop in Blue Island, IL. Beloved husband of Victoria nee Ose Kwiatkowski; loving father of Katie (Jay) Morrissey; cherished Pop Pop of Keegan and Macy; dearest brother of Donna (Lawrence)Bos; dear...
William Galis, Jr
Jul 18, 2024
Family and friends will gather for visitation on Monday, July 22, 2024 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. with a Funeral Blessing at 11:00 a.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 Southwest Hwy. Palos Hills, IL 60465
Private family interment will be held at St. Casimir Lithuanian Catholic Cemetery on Monday, July 29, 2024
Ernest C Hughes Sr
Jul 14, 2024
Ernest C. Hughes Sr. Age 87. Beloved husband of the late Ruth Hughes. Loving father of Ernie (Audrey), Kevin (Sally)and Scott (Lori) Hughes. Cherished grandfather of 16 and great grandfather of 14. Dear son of the late Thomas and Lillian Hughes. Fond brother of Lenora Shamhart, Sandra Kempinski the late Thomas. Dearest uncle and friend to many. Visitation Saturday 9:00...
Alonzo B Hale
Jul 12, 2024
Alonzo B. Hale, age 88. Veteran U. S. Marine Corps. Lifetime member of the American Legion Marrs-Meyer Post 991 Worth Illinois. Beloved husband of the late Carole J. Hale Devoted father of Jeffery (Laurie), Jacqueline (Eddie) Kammerer and Julia Hale. Cherished Grandpa of Ashley, Adam, Michael, Claire, Aaron, Ryan, and Nick. Loving Great Grandpa of Elliott and Robin. Fond brother...
Andrew Ramirez
Jul 11, 2024
Andrew F. Ramirez, age 81 years. Airforce Veteran. Resident of Hickory Hills, IL. Beloved husband of Brenda nee Savoree; loving father of Teresa Medina and Andrew Ramirez; cherished grandfather of Mia Medina; dearest brother of Rita Maldonado, Christina Garcia and the late Pearl Lufrano; dear uncle and friend to many.
Family and friends will gather for visitation on Wednesday, July 17,...
MaryBeth Smalarz
Jul 10, 2024
Mary Elizabeth Smalarz, nee Sweeney, age 67 years, former resident of Palos Hills, IL, most recently of Buchanan, TN. Passed away on July 10, 2024 with her loving Sister by her side. Beloved wife of Jerrold Burke and the late Raymond Smalarz; devoted daughter of the late Melvin Sweeney and the late Renette nee Gecewicz (the late Bernard) Bergmann; cherished...
Mike Ryan
Jul 8, 2024
Michael D. Ryan, affectionately known by his grandkids as "Papa", peacefully passed away on July 8, 2024 at the age of 73, surrounded by his loving family.
Described fondly as "The biggest kid in the room," Mike's playful nature and mischievous pranks were legendary among his family. His quick wit and endless jokes always kept those around him on their toes,...
Patricia Sarik
Jul 7, 2024
Patricia Alice Sarik, age 82.Beloved wife of the late Joseph Sarik Jr.Loving mother of Debra (David) Zacek and David (Gina)SarikCherished grandmother of Jillian, Andrea, Ryan, Rachel, Daniel, Jason, Kevin, and Alyssa. Dear great grandmother to Miranda, Joseph, Ryleigh, Frank, Hunter and Tyler.Devoted sister of Lawrence E. ( the late Marie) Rozmus, the late Dorothy (the late Mickey)Cerny the late John...
Daniel Lichter
Jul 7, 2024
Daniel M. Lichter, "Dan", passed away peacefully on July 7th, 2024, at Christ Hospital in Oak Lawn, IL. He was 51 years old. Dan is survived by his loving wife, Erica Shick-Lichter of Alsip, IL, his three children, Maddie Lichter, Abbey Lichter, and Max Lichter, of Oak Lawn, IL. He is also survived by his parents, Millard and Faye Lichter...
Donald E. Gehrling, Jr.
Jul 4, 2024
Donald "Don" E. Gehrling Jr., aged 64, went out with a bang on the Fourth of July. He ultimately passed away at the hospital with his two spectacular children and their cousins by his side.
Don was the beloved father to Heather (Jay), Bryan, and the late Jeremy. He was the cherished son of Diane and the late Donald Sr. He...
Daniel J. Doyle
Jun 30, 2024
Daniel James Doyle, age 67. Proud graduate of MMI (Motorcycle Mechanics Institute). Loving father of Daniel (Vicki) Doyle, Rebecca (Timothy) Doyle-McDonald, Beth Doyle, Anne (Ezequiel) Barragan and Patrick (Erin) Christy. Cherished grandfather of Junior, Anthony, Jonathan, Kaylee, Alyssa, Nora, Griffin, Zack, Emmett, Lila, Maya, Ayriana and great grandfather of Archer. Beloved son of Ann Doyle. Dear brother of Terrie (Declan)...
Madeline Nabzdyk
Jun 30, 2024
Madeline ”Maddie” Rose Nabzdyk, born July 26, 1962. Passed away on June 29, 2024 Residence of DesPlaines, IL . Adored daughter of Catherine nee Gabel (Simon) Handzik and the late Chester Nabzdyk. Loving sister of Ray (Heidi) Nabzdyk, Mary Anne (Rich) Mikota, Ken (Kat) Handzik, Mary Claire (Jerry) Hauser, Marge Nabzdyk (Sandy Bocklett),Marcie (Don) Barnett, Eileen (Dan) Durand, Carol (Harlan)...
Mary Eileen Madden
Jun 26, 2024
Mary Eileen Madden, 50, passed away suddenly on June 26, 2024 at her home in Palos Hills. Mary is survived by her loving parents, John and Eileen Madden; her cherished siblings, Michael (Kathleen) Madden, Sarah (Terry) O’Connor, and Kathleen (Peter) Dakuras. She is also survived by many nephews, nieces, aunts, uncles, and cousins. ...