Obituaries

Local Illinois Obituaries

Marcel Jacobs

Marcel Jacobs

Feb 17, 2026

Marcel J. Jacobs was born in Chicago, Illinois on May 27, 1959. Marcel is preceded in death by his parents Neilan and Georgianna Jacobs. He was the second of four children. Marcel passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 17, 2026, surrounded by his family and loved ones. Marcel began a relationship with God through Jesus Christ at a young age....

Philip A. Knobbe

Philip A. Knobbe

Feb 15, 2026

Philip A. Knobbe, age 78 years, resident of Palos Hills, IL. Beloved husband of Phyllis C. nee Miller Knobbe; loving father of Eric (Sarah), dearest step-father of Charles (Carrie) Panega, James, Thomas and the late Joseph Panega; cherished grandfather of Alyssa and Chayse Knobbe, Chuck(Brenda) Panega , Jonathan, Destiny (Ruben) and the late Andrew Panega; proud great -grandfather of  Gia,...

Allen E. Milos

Allen E. Milos

Feb 12, 2026

Allen E. Milos, age 84, passed away peacefully at his home on Thursday, February 12, 2026.

Allen was known for his devotion to family and pride of his children and grandchildren. Loving husband to Joan for sixty years, father to David (Julie) Milos, Cathleen (James) Jareczek, James Milos, Jennifer (Jordan) Katz, Kristen (Daniel) Lampier; devoted grandfather to Mark, Luke and Jessica...

Alina J. Vadeisa

Alina J. Vadeisa

Feb 12, 2026

Alina J. Vadeisa 

Family and friends will gather for visitation on Friday, February 27, 2026 10:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Mass 11:30 a.m. at Nativity B.V.M. Catholic Church 6812 Washtenaw, Chicago. IL 60629. Interment St. Casimir Lithuanian Cemetery 

Donald V. Bennett

Donald V. Bennett

Feb 8, 2026

Donald V. Bennett (age 87) veteran, loving husband of the late Roberta F.; father of Diane (Matt) Bradford, Cathy (John) Ruchaj, and Andrew (Kim) Bennett, loving grandfather of Tim (Jillian) Bradford, Andrew Jr, Shannon and Chelsea, brother of Sharon Bennett and the late Harold Jr. Bennett; uncle of Terry (Dan) Bayt and Patty (Jim) Kent;, Deanna Adams, Sallye Anne (Ron)...

Daniel John Wrobel

Daniel John Wrobel

Feb 5, 2026

Daniel J. Wrobel, age 89 , passed away suddenly, resident of Palos Hills, IL. Beloved Husband of  the late Lillian nee Bokowy; Loving Father of Rick (Mary) Wrobel ,Jim (Tara) Wrobel , the late David Wrobel; Cherished Grandfather of Ryan ,Elizabeth (Trey) Wrobel-Richards, Kelly; Riley and Rayne Wrobel ;Dearest Brother of the late Anne Wrobel; Member of Sacred Heart Fun...

Marianne P. Kreer

Marianne P. Kreer

Feb 5, 2026

Marianne P. Kreer nee Ciucio; beloved wife of Ron Kreer; loving mother of Sandy (Tom) King, Kris (Art) Rivas and Jennifer (Steve Herz) Tormey; cherished grandmother of Nick (Annie) George, Alex (Jenny) King, Antonio Rivas, Christopher Rivas, Jailyn Tormey and the late Michael King; adored G.G. of Michael and Emilia; devoted daughter of the late Anthony and late Ann Ciucio;...

Barbara L. Gaffney

Barbara L. Gaffney

Feb 4, 2026

Barbara L. Gaffney.Beloved mother of Tom (Tania) Gaffney , Chris (Kelly) Gaffney and Brian (Christine) Gaffney.Cherished grandmother of Tom, Gabe, Liam, Rory Caitlyn, Addison Caitlyn, Addison, Lily and Mila.Dear sister of James Horvath, Debbie Horvath, Steve (Ulla) Horvath).Fond aunt to many nieces and nephewsBarbara loved playing cards and Pinochle with her family and friends. She enjoyed spending time outside and...

Arlene E. O’Connor

Arlene E. O’Connor

Feb 3, 2026

Arlene E. O’Connor ; age  83 . Resident of Palos Hills, IL. Beloved Wife of Gerald O’Connor; Loving mother of Marleen (Evan) Humphrey and the late Carlene and Celine O'Connor; cherished grandmother of Sarah (Malakaye)Morgan and Ripley Felman; dearest sister of Catherine (Walter) Anczerewicz, Joanne (the late Terry) Trojak, George (the late Patricia) O'Connor and the late Joseph (the late...

Edward F. Wilson

Edward F. Wilson

Feb 2, 2026

Edward F. Wilson, Lifelong resident of Worth, IL. Army veteran of Vietnam War. Beloved husband of the late Susan I. Wilson; loving father of Stephen (Natalie) Wilson, Benjamin Wilson, Jeffrey (Cathy) Wilson, Susannah (Tammy) Pytel, Herbert (Sara) Wilson; cherished grandfather of Madelyn, Allison, Megan, Josh, Vivian, Hank, JR, Ethan, Peyton, Rhys; and Emyrson  proud great-grandfather of Maya; dearest brother of...

Jerome R. Plienis

Jerome R. Plienis

Jan 30, 2026

Jerome R. Plienis, US Army reservist for 6 years. Resident of Evergreen Park, IL. age 79 years. Passed away peacefully with family by his side. Beloved husband and love of his life for 53 years to Kathleen nee Chapman; loving father of Kevin Plienis; devoted son of the late Anthony and Viola nee Globis; dearest brother of Philip (Ann), Diane...

Michael A. Palazzolo

Michael A. Palazzolo

Jan 29, 2026

Michael A. Palazzolo, age 60. Loving father of Nicole (Josh) Ritz, the late Michael Joseph; cherished grandfather of Samantha, Ella and Madison; dearest son of the late Joseph and the late Alice (nee Joy) Palazzolo.

Loving brother of Joseph, John (Christine), Mark (late Christina), Tony (Christina) and Frank Palazzolo.

Michael is survived by his loving nieces & nephews Johnny, Geovanni, Dominic, Hannah, Catherine,...

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...