Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Chicago, Illinois

Serving the Chicago Land Area

Jay L. Klasek

Jay L. Klasek

Jun 18, 2023

It is with deep sorrow and a heavy heart that we mourn the passing of Jay L. Klasek, 70, on June 18, 2023 when he joined his Heavenly Father. Jay was loving husband and soul mate to Linda Klasek, proud father of their two amazing children, Jessica(Adam M) and Lukas (Paulina) as well as looking forward to the arrival...

Denise Chippas

Denise Chippas

Jun 15, 2023

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Denise Chippas. Born on April 26, 1935, in Chicago, IL. Denise passed away on June 15, 2023, at the age of 88 at her home in Knoxville, TN. She was the eldest daughter of the late Nicholas and Sophia "Sally" Safrithis. Denise was preceded in death by her...

Arthur N. Nasser

Arthur N. Nasser

Jun 10, 2023

Arthur Norman Nasser, age 95, of Chicago passed away peacefully on Saturday, June 10, 2023, surrounded by his loved ones after suffering a brief illness. Arthur was born in Rochester, NY, to Najeeb "James" and Josephine Smaha Nasser. Arthur was a 1946 graduate of Benjamin Franklin High School in Rochester NY, where he was...

Mary Elizabeth Piotrowski

Mary Elizabeth Piotrowski

Jun 5, 2023

Mary Elizabeth Piotrowski

Beloved wife to the late John Piotrowski.  Loving mom to John (Jenny) Piotrowski, Mike (Enid) Piotrowski, Terri (Matt) Lombardi, Tom (Stacey) Piotrowski, and Michelle (Chris) Piotrowski.  Caring grandmother to Emma Piotrowski, Matthew Piotrowski, Nick Piotrowski, Tyler Piotrowski, Maya Piotrowski, Adam Lombardi, Jacob Lombardi.  Fond sister to Bill Small and the late John Small and...

William Joseph Ullrich

William Joseph Ullrich

Jun 1, 2023

In Loving Memory of

William Joseph Ullrich

March 16, 1938 – June 1, 2023

Bill was known for his practical jokes and off the cuff remarks. He left this earth to be with his childhood sweetheart who passed 22 years and 22 days prior. He leaves behind 4 children, 4 grandchildren, 3 great...

Tracey L. Orick

Tracey L. Orick

Jun 1, 2023

Tracey Lynn Margaret Orick (née Bulthuis) was born August 28th 1970 to Donna (née Massey) and Thomas. She was the first of four and immediately took a motherly role towards her siblings Denise, Tommy, and the late Christina. She grew up in Northlake, Illinois attending St. John Vianney and West Leyden High School where she made lifelong friends. At...

Petre Dogaru

Petre Dogaru

May 31, 2023

With great saddness, and in his loving memory we announce the loss of Petre Dogaru, who passed away on May 31, 2023.  Beloved husband of Stanca, father of Roxana, Connie, and Ilie, and grandfather of Taylor Williams, Alex, and Chris Dogaru.

We know that Petre touched many lives, and we're devastatedto have to break this news.  Petre...

Ronald T. Schmidt

Ronald T. Schmidt

May 24, 2023

Age 87.  Beloved husband of the late Theresa "Tess", nee Rago.  Brother to Robert (Nancy).  Brother-in-law to Mary Lou Naselli, Anita Rago, Louis (Margaret) Rago and Angela Rago. Dear cousin to Rich (Kathi) Weber.  Caring uncle of Lisa (Jeff) Schmidt-Cassano, Jeremy (Martha) Naselli, Joseph (Juliet) Rago, Anthony (Kathy) Rago, Mary (Thomas) Dobrinska, the late Michael Schmidt and the late...

Miguel A. Torres

Miguel A. Torres

May 22, 2023

Miguel Angel Torres Sr also known as Mike was born in Puerto Rico to parents Severino Torres and Carmen Irizarry on August 4th 1950, and passed on May 22nd 2023. In the year he met his beloved wife Debbie they married on date and were married 53 years. He leaves behind his loving wife and their six children Miguel...

Adeline Ambrosio

Adeline Ambrosio

May 16, 2023

Adeline Ambrosio, nee Palmeri.  Loving mother of David (Kathryn) and the late Dina.  Beloved grandmother to Caroline and Charlotte.  Fond sister of the late Frances Napoleon and late Rosemary Saraceno.  Caring Aunt to many nieces and nephews.  Dear daughter of the late Vincenzo and Adelina Palmeri.  Adeline was an amazing cook and baker who loved entertaining her friends and...

Carolyn R. Heron-Borraccini, Md

Carolyn R. Heron-Borraccini, Md

May 16, 2023

Carolyn Roberta Heron-Borraccini, MD, 81, passed away on May 16, 2023 at Rush hospital in Chicago, Illinois. Born on December 22, 1941, in Oak Park, IL, she was the daughter of the late E. Laurette (Frederick) Crost and Robert W. Heron and was preceded in death by her sister, Georjean L. Hilko. > Carolyn completed her undergraduate degree in...

Sarah Ann "Sally" Nelson

Sarah Ann "Sally" Nelson

May 14, 2023

Sarah Ann "Sally" Nelson

March 11, 1941 - May 14, 2023

Sarah Ann "Sally" Nelson. Beloved wife of 60 years to Clarence Nelson Jr. Devoted mom of James (Carol Ann) Nelson and the late Debbie (Joe) Haskins. Loving grandma of Tim Haskins. Cherished sister of Nora and Peggy. Dearest aunt of Michael, Misty, Brian, Matthew, and Lorraine.  ...

Thomas "Tom" William Mills

Thomas "Tom" William Mills

May 14, 2023

Thomas William Mills, age 96 of Markesan, formerly from Chicago, Illinois passed away on Sunday, May 14, 2023, at Markesan Resident Home.

Tom was born on July 10, 1926, in Chicago Illinois, son of George and Esther (Stickson) Mills. He graduated from Steinmetz High School, where he participated in many athletic activities. Tom was a running back...

Danny Wilson

Danny Wilson

May 13, 2023

Beloved husband of Kathi, nee Shimizu.  Loving brother of Linda (Casey) Ramas, Chris (Tracey), Joe Woodall and the late Carol Calderon.  Dear son of the late Ernest and Virginia.  Fond uncle to Travis (Rachel) Fuzak and Ben Wilson.  Active member of Chicago Fire Department, Firefighter/EMT since 2001.  Chicago Chapter President of Fugarwe Tribe M/C.

In lieu of...

Florence R. Raz

Florence R. Raz

May 12, 2023

Florence R. Raz (nee Schuster), born February 5, 1928 to Walter and Meta Schuster passed away Friday, May 12, 2023 at the age of 95 surrounded by loved ones.

Florence grew up in Chicago where she graduated from Austin High School in 1946.

A proud retiree of Prosser Vocational High School where she spent 34...

Maria Estela Montes

Maria Estela Montes

May 11, 2023

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