Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Chicago, Illinois

Serving the Chicago Land Area

Maria Heredia

Maria Heredia

Mar 8, 2026

Maria "Cuca" Heredia

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Maria "Cuca" Heredia, devoted mother, cherished grandmother and Nani, beloved Aunt and friend to many. Maria passed away on March 8, 2026 at the age of 92.

Born July 15, 1933, raised in Crystal City,...

Maria Vernola

Maria Vernola

Mar 2, 2026

Maria Vernola

Beloved wife of the late Giuseppe.  Loving mother of Stella (Sergio) Partipilo, and Domenico.  Caring grandmother of Ivano, Martha, Giuseppe, and Andrew.  Great grandmother of Dominick.  Fond sister of Patricia (Saverio) DiMaso.  Dear aunt to Francesco, Antonella, Vito, and Fabio.

Julia Dones

Julia Dones

Feb 26, 2026

Julia Dones nacida y criada en San Lorenzo Puerto Rico, era hija, hermana, esposa, madre, abuela y bisabuela. Querida por toda su familia. Esposo, Ángel Luis Dones, hijos, Pricilla, Angel Luis II, Enid Eugenia, y Eddie Dones. Nietos, Carlito, Angel, Iliana, Silanid, Vanessa, Ashley, Eddie Jr, Mickkayla. Bisnietos, Isaiahs, Gianna, Caralina,Yohel, Julissa, Omary, Esmeralda y Jeremiah. Julia was a...

Guy "Nino" Cacucciolo

Guy "Nino" Cacucciolo

Feb 24, 2026

Guy "Nino" Cacucciolo

Beloved son of the late Vito Nicola and Domenica.  Loving brother of Francesco (Isa), Peter (Antoinette), and Rosa (Vito) Latrofa.

Dear uncle to many nieces and nephews.

Santa Snieg

Santa Snieg

Feb 23, 2026

Santa Snieg passed away unexpectedly on February 23, 2026.  Santa was married to her best friend and love of her life, Dennis, for 56 years.  She was the center of her family and taught her four girls to be the best Ma like she was.  She loved her grandkids so much, and they loved her even more.  She is...

Michael Joseph Allard

Michael Joseph Allard

Feb 22, 2026

Michael Joseph Allard

Michael is survived by his devoted father Dave Allard, Vickie Wolf, his loving girlfriend Mai Yang,  and Uncle Thomas & Aunt Lisa Reiss.  Preceeded in death by his caring mother Colleen Allard, and grandparents Robert & Arleen Hildebrant, and Iris & Mike Stanton.

Dear friend to Dina, Jack, & Little Jack Cozzi,...

Daniel J. Overstreet

Daniel J. Overstreet

Feb 21, 2026

Daniel J. "Dan" Overstreet, 72, passed away peacefully in Chicago, Illinois, on February 21, 2026.

Born and raised in Savannah, Georgia, Dan was the son of the late Edward M. and Mary Bernyce Overstreet. The family home on Maupas Avenue, in the Baldwin Park neighborhood, was the foundation of a life rooted in faith, family, and lifelong...

Melanie Ruth Wojtuliewicz

Melanie Ruth Wojtuliewicz

Feb 20, 2026

Melanie Ruth Wojtuliewicz, lived a full life from April 26, 1947, to February 20, 2026. After a brief but serious illness, Mel (as she was known to everyone who knew and loved her) passed peacefully. Born on the South Side of Chicago, Mel spent her 78 years teaching, traveling the world, gardening, going out with her "hen" group, and...

Simone D'Amore

Simone D'Amore

Feb 20, 2026

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Simone D'Amore, age 79, of Niles, IL, on Friday, February 20, 2026. Born in Casamassima, Italy, devoted husband of Lucia (née. Marsico). Loving father of Adriana (Benedetto) Camarda and Domenica (Raffaele) Maione. Cherished Nonno of Giuseppe Camarda, Simone Camarda, Joe Maione, Simone Maione, and Carmelina Maione. Dearest sibling...

Walter William Jedynak Jr

Walter William Jedynak Jr

Feb 19, 2026

Walter (Wally) Jedynak Jr, 89 of Chicago, IL passed away on February 19, 2026 in Northbrook, IL. Wally was born in 1936, in Chicago, IL, the son of the late Walter Sr. and Marie Jedynak. He served in the US Army in 1959-1961 and lived his life with an open heart, always willing to help provide support with home...

Thomas W. Finnelly

Thomas W. Finnelly

Feb 18, 2026

Tom was a dedicated detective for the CPD for over 30 yrs.  After his retirement he went to work as an investigator at the Cook County States Attorney's Office for over another decade.  He is survived by his loving wife Margaret, his daughter Laura nee Sokniewicz (Brian, retired CPD), his grandsons Daniel (Cynthia) and Kevin (Rachel).  He was predeceased...

Bernard W. Loonsfoot, Sr.

Bernard W. Loonsfoot, Sr.

Feb 16, 2026

Bernard (Beaver) W. Loonsfoot, Sr.

Bernard Loonsfoot Sr., born in Baraga, Michigan, was a proud member of the Keweenaw Bay Indian Community. He was a beloved husband to Maria (née Alvarez) for 40 years.  Loving father of Bernard Jr. (Michelle), Tamara, Brandon (Tammi), and Victor (Agnes) Rivera. He was the proud grandfather of Xavier Rivera, Danielle...

Rosetta "Babe" Day

Rosetta "Babe" Day

Feb 15, 2026

In loving memory of Rosetta, "Babe" Day (Sacco), born June 19, 1933, who was 92 years old.  Rosetta was preceded in death by her late husband of 46 wonderful years, Ralph, "Mooney" Day.   Loving mother of Debra Day, Mark (JoAnne) Day and Lisa Bux.  Loving Grandmother and such a devoted "Nani" to Christopher and Matthew Day, Gabby (Cam) Gay...