Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Chicago, Illinois

Serving the Chicago Land Area

Thomas A. Smith

Thomas A. Smith

Apr 8, 2024

Thomas (Tom) A Smith age 61, passed away suddenly on April 8, 2024. Beloved son of the late Charles Smith (2007) and devoted son of Grace Smith (Flentye) Tom is survived by siblings Chuck (Sandy), Bob (Laurie)Michael (Robin) Annie Klimczak(the late Matt), Kathy and the "little sister" and dear friend he took under his wing Lisa P. He was...

Waneeta J. Greco

Waneeta J. Greco

Apr 3, 2024

Waneeta J. Greco

Beloved mother of Victoria (Scott) Moore, Sam (Ana) and Gregory; loving grandmother of Nichole, James (Norma), Donald, Briana, Trevor, Gregory Jr., Sam, Victoria and Anthony and great grandmother of Noah and Meadow; dear sister of Steve VanDeBogert and the late Kenneth and John; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Leopoldo Cerami

Leopoldo Cerami

Mar 29, 2024

Loving husband of Caterina, nee Bondi; beloved father of Maria (Sam) Al-Hadidi; dear grandfather of Zaina and caring son of the late Domenico and Maria.

Born in AltaVilla Milicia, Provincia Palermo.

Henry I. Horia

Henry I. Horia

Mar 28, 2024

Uncle to many nieces and nephews

Beloved husband of Elizabeth; Cherished father of Samantha; Fond brother of Julie Dawood and John and the late Joanne; Dear son of the late Spania and Layla; Loved uncle to many nieces and nephews. Henry served in the army in Iraq for 3 years, owned various businesses, primarily worked as a limo...

Jose M. Carvajal

Jose M. Carvajal

Mar 27, 2024

Jose Manuel Carvajal

January 22, 1960 - March 27, 2024

Beloved husband of Anna, nee Marrero, for 32 years.  Loving father of Nery, Julissa, Manuel, Sara, Nahun, Abigail and Joel.

Loving grandfather to 12 grandchildren and 1 great grandchild. He was greatly adored by his family.

Jose immigrated from Honduras and...

Victor Cuevas

Victor Cuevas

Mar 26, 2024

It is with a joyous heart that we remember the life of Victor Cuevas, a man who was as reliable as a well-tuned engine and as spirited as a salsa dance. Victor was born on February 24, 1977, in Chicago, Illinois and passed away suddenly on March 26, 2024.  Known by many as Vic, he was a charismatic man...

Irene Mendez

Irene Mendez

Mar 25, 2024

Irene Mendez, born in San Antonio, Texas to Sebastian Rodriguez and Francisca Herrera Rodriguez on October 20, 1929.

Loving mother to Sebastian (Maria Diaz) Mendez, Iris (William) Colon, Irene (Jeff) Cortazzo, and Patsy Mendez.  Cherished grandmother to Damaris, Tito, Carlos, Edwin, Sebastian, and Maria Isabel Mendez, Amanda, Emily, and Alexandra Faith Colon, Marisa, Victoria, Francesca, and Juliana Cortazzo,...

Anthony Parisi

Anthony Parisi

Mar 22, 2024

Anthony Parisi , C.P.D. Ret.

July 11, 1945 - March 22, 2024

Anthony "Tony" Parisi C.P.D. 78 of Chicago. At Peace with Jesus, Friday, March 22, 2024.

Born in Philidelphia to Vincent & Mary, Tony was among seven siblings: Mary DiNapoli, and the late Joseph, Peter, Anne, Margaret, Benny & Jimmy.

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Richard L. Phillips

Richard L. Phillips

Mar 21, 2024

Richard L Phillips, proud veteran of the US Navy, passed away after a long term illness. Beloved husband of the late Rita A Phillips (nee Philpott), Loving father of Kellie Mueller, Lisa (Robert) Haney, and Mary (Robert) Jilek.  Dearest grandfather of Ashley, Anthony, William, Tyler, Halley, Samantha and Kyle.  Proceeded in death by his wife, his parents Richard and...

Tammy M. Tripoli

Tammy M. Tripoli

Mar 21, 2024

Tammy M Tripoli

8/16/60-3/21/24

Devoted and beloved wife of Joseph. Loving mother of Jodi, Cari, Nikki, Kristi, Joey, Anthony, and MIchael. Proud grandmother of Sean, Armani, Amaya, Alexis, Aaliyah, and Leo. Dear godmother and aunt to many nieces and nephews. Daughter of James and Gwen Moncada. Sister of Jim (Jocely), Lori (Marc), and Mike (Barb)....

Eleanor Chatman

Eleanor Chatman

Mar 17, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Eleanor Chatman on March 17, 2024, after a brief illness at the age of 87.

Born in Chicago, Illinois on July 15, 1936 Eleanor Mae Strutchions grew up on the southside of the city. She attended Fenger High School and graduated in 1954.  She left Chicago...

Elaine A. Galas Niedziejko

Elaine A. Galas Niedziejko

Mar 17, 2024

nee Oplaski.  Beloved wife of the late Edward M. Galas and Ted Niedziejko.  Loving mother of Edward J. (Paula), Nanette E. (Late James) Scavone and Jan Niedziejko.  Dear grandmother of Michael, Mark and Cathy (Nick) Harland.  Great grandmother of Nathan, Naomi, Kayla, Tyler, Alexa and Grady.  Long-time employee of AT&T.  In lieu of flowers, donations to Mercy Home for...

Steven Belcastro

Steven Belcastro

Mar 14, 2024

Beloved husband of Gina, nee Pagani, for 27 years.  Dear son of the late Albert and Mary, nee Stompanata. Loving brother of the late Anthony (Michelle) and the late Judy (Manny).  Dear brother-in-law to Jim (Pam) Pagani, Brian (Diane) Pagani, and Christopher (Katie) Pagani.  Caring uncle to Anthony (Colleen), Michael, Nicole, Angelina, Samantha, Tiffany, Matthew, Annie, Gianna and Jonny. ...