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Viola Verna Meyer
October 21, 2025
Viola Verna Meyer, loving wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully at home October 21st, 2025 and was welcomed into the arms of her Savior after living a full and wonderful life.
She was born July 14th, 1934 in a farmhouse near the canal in Blue Island, Illinois to Henry, who was a farmer, and Bessie (Jansen) Dykstra. Her home...
Jayne E. Schirmacher
October 19, 2025
Jayne E. Schirmacher, age 73, passed away peacefully while surrounded by her loved ones in her Orland Park home on October 19, 2025. Cherished daughter of the late William and Frances Schirmacher. Devoted mother of Jacquelyn, Jillian, Jianna, and Jorie. Loving sister of Martha, the late Susan, Leslie, and Lisa (Mark Thielen) Schirmacher. Dear friend of Virgina (the late Rick)...
Michael Stover Kaup
October 18, 2025
Michael S. Kaup, A kind and soft-spoken man who found his greatest joy in being a husband, father, and grandpa, passed away on October 18, 2025, surrounded by love from his daughters, at the age of 70.In his early twenties, Michael proudly served as a paramedic and fireman in Burbank, Illinois—a reflection of his lifelong desire to help others and...
Giri Dhar Sharma
October 18, 2025
It is with profound love and reverence that we share the peaceful passing of Mr. Giri Dhar Sharma, aged 95, on October 18, 2025, in Chicago, USA.
Fondly known as Papa, Nana, Baba, and Super Nana, he was the heart of a family that spanned four generations and was cherished deeply by all. He is survived by his three children — Shachi...
Lisa Marie O'Doran
October 14, 2025
"Well done, good and faithful servant… Enter into the joy of your Lord." — Matthew 25:23
Our hearts are heavy as we celebrate the beautiful life of Lisa Marie O’Doran, who passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025.
Lisa was born on January 16, 1961, to Donald and Florence Jacobs. She grew up alongside her siblings John (Peggy), Gary (Pam), and Gwen...
Mollie E. "Darling" Wade-Lynski
October 13, 2025
Mollie Elizabeth Wade-Lynski, lovingly known to her family as “Darling,” passed away peacefully on October 13, 2025, at Meadowbrook Manor in Naperville, Illinois. She was 88 years old.
The name Darling began as a nickname given to her by her grandson Nick when he was a toddler. She embraced it wholeheartedly and carried it with pride for nearly forty years. Though...
Dr. Emilia Sirbu
October 17, 2025
Dr. Emilia Sirbu, nee Cacicovschi, age 84, beloved wife for 58 years to Dr. Octav Sarbu. Loving mother of Valentin (Carmen) Sirbu and Laurentiu (Theresa) Sirbu. Cherished grandmother of Lauren, Jeremy, Jessica (Dean) Rodriguez, Destini (Joshua) Newman, Philip, Joshua and Abby.
Visitation Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at Palos Hills Christian Assembly, 10600 S. 88th Ave., Palos Hills, IL 60465 from 9:00...
Natalie Gryga
October 12, 2025
Natalie Gryga, nee Tomaszek, age 98, beloved wife of the late Raymond Gryga (2001). Loving mother of Sharon Karpowicz and David (Sue) Gryga. Cherished grandmother of Troy (Lyn) Gryga and Kellie (Dan) Kemock. Dearest great-grandmother of Makenna and Alaina Gryga. Preceded in death by 11 brothers and sisters. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Visitation Monday, October 20, 2025 from...
Michael G. Graver
October 11, 2025
Michael G. Graver, age 64, cherished son of the late Harry and Virginia Graver. Loving brother of Chris (Barbara) Graver, Harry "Hank" (Dianna Granata) Graver, Ann (Holly) Cook-Graver and the late Maria Graver. Dear uncle of Chris M. (Hannah) Graver, Maria Graver, H. Mitch Cook-Graver and grand nieces and nephews. Beloved longtime companion of Mona Lisa Nyman.
Mike was an alum...
Sandra Elizabeth "Sandie" Braasch
October 10, 2025
It is with heavy hearts and deep love that we announce the peaceful passing of Sandra Elizabeth Braasch (Crownson) on October 10, 2025. Known to many as Sandie, she was a beloved mom, sister, aunt, friend, neighbor, and colleague. She will be remembered for her unwavering kindness, resilience, fun-loving spirit, and infectious smile.
Sandie was born on July 15, 1947, in...
JoAnn C. Klug
October 10, 2025
JoAnn C. Klug, nee Koehl, age 93, beloved wife of the late Robert C. Klug (2007). Devoted daughter of the late Joseph and Martha Koehl. Dear sister of the late Kenneth Koehl. Preceded in death by her in-laws Mildred (late Emil) Deau, Raymond (late Ruth) Klug and Erwin (late Shirley) Klug. Cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews.
JoAnn was a...
Richard G. Wendt
October 10, 2025
Richard G. Wendt, age 83, of Sturgis, MI formerly of the Chicago area, US Army Veteran. Beloved husband for 59 years to Diane Wendt, nee Dykstra. Loving father of Lisa (Arben Mamaj) Wendt, David Wendt, Daniel (Nora) Wendt and the late Karl Wendt. Cherished grandfather of Connor, Bryce, and Easton. Dear brother of Ronald (Jeanene) Wendt and Dennis (Elinor) Wendt....
Lois V. Hollaar
October 6, 2025
Lois V. Hollaar, nee Haak, age 95, beloved wife of the late William "Bud" Hollaar (2013). Loving mother of Vivian (late Dave) Sytsma, Larry (Debbie) Hollaar, Ken (Heather) Hollaar and the late William Allen Hollaar (2020). Cherished grandmother of Leigh Ann (Jon) Bartlett, Martin (Anna) Sytsma, Paul Sytsma, John (Tracy) Sytsma, Louis (Christina) Sytsma, late Timothy Sytsma; Carrie (Bill) Bruinius,...
Kenneth F. Henke, Sr.
October 4, 2025
Kenneth F. Henke, Sr., age 83, beloved husband for 51 years to the late Jeanette G. Henke, nee Homan (2015). Loving father of Laura Daray and Kenneth Jr. (Tami) Henke. Cherished grandpa of Kyle Henke, Katie (Sam) Teerling, Matthew Daray and Louis Daray. Dearest great-grandfather of Kayce William Teerling. Devoted son of the late Fred and Elizabeth Henke. Dear brother-in-law...
Jerome J. "Jerry" Astrauskas
October 2, 2025
Jerome J. "Jerry" Astrauskas, age 80, beloved husband for 54 years to Marla, nee Srnensky. Loving father of Christopher (Jennifer) Astrauskas, Rachel (Crosbie) Smith and Joseph Astrauskas. Dear former father-in-law of Krista Grieser. Cherished grandfather of Natasha and Quentin Astrauskas; Hugh and James Smith; and Ben Michalk. Beloved son of the late Joseph and Helen Astrauskas. Fond brother-in-law of Susan...
Katie Bruce
October 1, 2025
Katie Bruce, age 91, devoted daughter of the late Michael and Magdaline Bruce. Loving sister of Barbara Bruce and the late Peter (late Harriet) Bruce, Marie (late Dymetry) Paszkewicz, Helen (late George) Trigg, Michael Bruce, Dorothy Bruce and William Bruce. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Visitation Saturday, October 4, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Service at...
Ellamae Kenzinger
September 27, 2025
Ellamae “Ellie” Kenzinger, age 88, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family. She was the cherished daughter of the late Mary and James Grogan, CFD (Chicago Fire Department), and former wife of the late Martin J. Kenzinger.
Ellamae was the beloved mother of Diane, late Karen (Danny) Hedderman, late Nancy (Bob) Harmening, late baby Daniel, Michael (Colleen), Sharon (Tim) Buhe, Cyndi,...
Ricardo "Rick" De Luna
September 26, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Rick De Luna, who left us too soon on September 26, 2025, in his hometown of Chicago, Illinois, at the age of 48.
Born on September 4, 1977, in Chicago, Rick was a man full of life, laughter, and love. He was known for his incredible sense of humor —...
Norma Sylvia Silvestri
September 26, 2025
Norma Sylvia Silvestri was called home to her lord and savior on September 26, 2025.
Norma was born December 7, 1934 to Bruno and Jennie Bartolini in Oak Park, Illinois. She met and married the love of her life, Carl Silvestri and they were married for 50 years until his passing in 2004. She was the loving mother of Kenneth (Linda)...
Sandra K. Harm
September 22, 2025
Sandra K. Harm, nee Hart, age 58, beloved wife for 30 years to Thomas Harm. Loving mother of Matthew. Devoted daughter of Carol and the late William "Bill" Hart. Dear sister of William (Beth Hobbs) Hart. Fond aunt of Megan Hart, Sarah Hart, Joshua Harm, Alena Harm and Stephan Podlecki.
Visitation Monday, September 29, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 Noon...
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