Obituaries
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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...
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....
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...
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...
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,...
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 —...
Mary L. McCoy
August 15, 2025
Mary L. McCoy, nee Scarlata, age 94, beloved wife of the late Lorn (2010). Loving mother of Frank (Peggy) Navarrete, Michael (Patricia) Navarrete, Raul (late Connie) Navarrete, Barry Navarrete and preceded in death by Mary Ellen Cogliense, Elizabeth Hagbom, Mary Christine (late Donald) Grudzinski and Kevin Navarrete. Cherished grandmother of 13. Dearest great-grandmother of 23. Survived by her sister Frances...
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...
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,...
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...
Kristy Ann De Boer
September 21, 2025
Kristy Ann De Boer, age 47, beloved daughter of Richard D. and the late Shirley A. (nee Pels) De Boer. Loving sister of Suzanne De Boer, Shari De Boer, the late Rich De Boer and the late Robert De Boer. Cherished aunt of Sydney, Hendrik and Jakob. Dear niece and cousin of many.
Kristy enjoyed caring for plants, designing landscapes and...
MariaEsther Villaseñor Orozco
September 19, 2025
MariaEsther Villaseñor Orozco, age 78, beloved wife for 48 years to the late Jose V. "Chepe" Orozco (2019). Loving mother of Jose Antonio (Grace) Orozco and Joaquin (Emy) Orozco. Cherished grandmother of Julia, Enya, Nicholas, and Isabella. Devoted daughter of the late Jose Villaseñor Torres and Dolores Benitez. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Visitation Tuesday, September 23, 2025, from...
Charles R. Murray
September 18, 2025
Charles R. "Ron" Murray, age 89, retired Division Chief of the Oak Lawn Fire Department. Husband of the late Myrtis Murray, nee Melby. Beloved companion of the late Bobbie Bunch. Loving father of Ronald (Carrie), Kathleen M. Crocker, John (Kathy) and Timothy (Laura Foster). Cherished grandfather of Alyssa, Chad; Katelyn, Michael (Stephanie), Megan, Betsy; Thomas, Bella (Michael) Hildreth, Kimberly (Finley)...
Mary S. Gritzenbach
September 17, 2025
Mary S. Gritzenbach, nee Dilling, age 76, beloved wife for 57 years to Bill Gritzenbach. Loving mother of Tony (Kim) Gritzenbach and Jenni Gritzenbach. Cherished grandmother of Michael (Danielle) Gritzenbach, Kaitlyn Gritzenbach and Kylie Maloney. Dearest great-grandmother of Jameson and Haleigh Gritzenbach. Dear sister of Robert (Annie) Dilling, David (Jodi) Dilling, Peggy (Jerry) Gorby, the late Kathleen Dilling and the...
Scott D. "Bakes" Baker
September 15, 2025
Scott D. "Bakes" Baker, age 72, beloved husband of the late Dawn M. Baker. Loving father of Scott Jr. (Melissa), Jade (Pete) and Bobby. Cherished papa of Zayde, Cole and Meadow. Dear brother of Terry, Keith, Robbie and Kelly. Dearest uncle of many nieces and nephews.
Scott was a loyal friend, loving husband, father, and papa. He always had a smart...
Gertrude O. Kramer
September 11, 2025
On Thursday, September 11th, 2025, our beloved mother, Gertrude Olga Kramer, was called home to be with the Lord Jesus Christ. She lived a life rooted in faith, devoted to Christ, and guided by the teachings of the Holy Bible.
Born to William and Martha Haupt in Chicago, IL, on January 30th, 1927, and baptized into the faith February 27th, 1927,...
Stephen W. Taylor
September 9, 2025
Stephen W. Taylor, age 74, beloved husband for 50 years to Ellie, nee Griffin. Loving father of Christopher Taylor, Katherine (David) Taylor Meister and Emily (Matthew) Brown. Cherished grandfather of Bennett, Ruby, Ellie and Lynn. Devoted son of the late Jerry and Lee Taylor and son-in-law of the late Dr. Charles and Teresa Griffin. Dear brother of Jeffrey (Nancy) Taylor....
Betty J. Biesboer
September 7, 2025
Betty J. Biesboer, nee Olsen, age 97, beloved wife of the late Peter Biesboer (1971). Loving mother of Donna (late Chuck) Montgomery, Duane "Butch" (Barb) Biesboer and the late Denise Biesboer. Cherished grandmother of Jean (William) Murray, Brian (Sharon) Montgomery and Shannon Biesboer. Dearest great-grandmother of Amber (Jarod), Brooke, Aeryn, Giada, Robert, Layla and Willow. Dear great-great-grandmother of Jason. Fond...
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