Moises Gerena
Jan 8, 2026
Moises Gerena, daughter of the late Adoración & Blas Jaime.
Beloved wife of Angel L. Gerena, Sr married 58 years.
Survived by their children, Angel L. Gerena, Jr, Rene Gerena, Eudelia
Arroyo (Luis M. Arroyo, Sr) & Marisol Santiago (Roberto Santiago, Sr).
Proud grandmother of Jacqueline M. Arroyo, Luis M. Arroyo,...
Lillian Iris Gonzalez
Jan 7, 2026
Devoted mother of Joanne (Tony Hurtado) Muhammad, Alan Rivera, Noland (the late Sheila) Rivera; Cherished grandmother of Miguel, Deanna, Carlos, Najah, Yasin, Matin, Laila, James, Lysette, Jiovani, Ethane, Neci, Anthony, Allie, Megan, Noland Jr., and Isaiah; Dear great grandmother of Makiyah, Mirhad, Antonio, Nadia, Zavia, Nuria, Javion, William, Hayden, Masha, Ayah, Annalayah, Jannah, Azrah, Angel, Janae, Riad, Jaden, Kellen,...
Leona Delaquila
Dec 31, 2025
Leona Delaquila
Cherished wife of the late Ronald, Leona was a devoted mother to Rocco Delaquila, Michelle Koertgen (preceded in death by Timothy), and Caryn Hook (Kirbey). She was a loving grandmother to Ronny Delaquila, Jacob (Tamta) Koertgen, Nicole Flock, Nathan and Alexander Hook, and the great-grandmother to Timothy Koertgen. Dear sister of Loretta Sliwa, and the...
Michelle L. Cernuska (Szymell)
Dec 29, 2025
Michelle L. Cernuska (née Szymell), 57, of Cape Coral, Florida, passed away peacefully at her home on December 29, 2025, surrounded by love. She leaves behind a legacy of kindness, humor, and deep devotion to her family and friends.
Michelle was born in 1968 in Chicago, Illinois, to Donald and Barbara Szymell. She graduated from Ridgewood High...
Paul J. Eades
Dec 26, 2025
Paul J. Eades
Loving husband of the late Carol. Beloved father of Kimberly (Kevin) Gustafson, Mark, and the late Timothy (Shannon), and Nicholas. Dear grandfather of Brandon and Marissa (Joey). Great-grandfather of Layla and the late Olivia. Fond brother of Sigrid (Jim) Eddy. Caring uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Retired CPD after serving for...
Joseph P Rosa
Dec 26, 2025
Joseph P. Rosa.
Son of "Slicker" Sam Rosa and Zena (nee DiFrancesca) Rosa. Father of Samara (Thomas) Condon, Sasha (Owen) Dougherty, and Gabrielle Rosa (Maddy Arteaga). Beloved "Nano" of Carter Condon and Alex Dougherty. Godfather to many. Devoted member of St. John Cantius Parish and Our Lady of Mt. Carmel of Melrose Park. In lieu of flowers,...
Lidia Rozalia Koza
Dec 24, 2025
Lidia Rozalia Koza
Beloved wife to the late Stanislaw Koza. Loving mother to Krzysztof Koza and Marek Koza. Dear grandmother to Jessica (Ryan) Kania, and David Koza. Caring great-grandmother of Noelle Kania.
Rosemary Smith
Dec 13, 2025
Rosemary "Rosie" Heisman Smith June 25, 1943 – December 13, 2025
Rosemary Heisman Smith, lovingly known as "Rosie" to family and friends and "Gammy" to her grandchildren, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2025, at the age of 82. Born on June 25, 1943, she lived a life filled with devotion, generosity, laughter, and love.
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William Browne
Dec 8, 2025
William F. Browne, 90, of Evanston, IL, passed away on December 8, 2025, at Three Crowns Park.
Bill was preceded in death by the love of his life, Ellen P. Browne (née Burbach), his wife of nearly 47 years. Known affectionately as Uncle Bill to many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and nephews, and great-great-nieces and nephews, he cared...
Shirley A Ziaja
Dec 8, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Shirley, who left us peacefully on December 8th, 2025. She was the cherished wife of 59 years to her devoted husband, James Ziaja, and together they built a life filled with love, laughter, and unforgettable memories.
Shirley was the loving mother of James (Edyta), Deanna (Andy...
Robert S. Dennewitz
Dec 7, 2025
Robert S. ("Bob") Dennewitz loving husband of Frances "Fran" (nee Behnke); devoted father of Robyn (Craig) Rutherford, Kristen (Michael) Pontarelli, David (Susan) Dennewitz, Frances (William) Lominack, Jill (Vicente) Calderon, Daniel (Jill) Dennewitz, Margaret (Francisco) Rausa, Andrew, Sarah (John) Barabe, and Mary (Amanda) Dennewitz; Papa was a proud and cherished grandfather of Charlie, Thomas, Madelyn, and Emily Rutherford, Olivia (Dominic)...
Dennis C. Rickert
Dec 6, 2025
Dennis C. Rickert, age 84, passed away suddenly on December 6, 2025. U.S. Air Force Veteran (early 1960's) and Retired State of IL Employee of 28 years, Beloved Husband of Karen J. Rickert (nee Cernuska) for 57 1/2 years of marriage. Loving father of Alyssa, Heather, the late Kenneth, Tamara, and Bettina. Dear Grandfather to Sasha, the late Tyler,...
Andrew D. Frain
Dec 3, 2025
In loving memory of Andrew Dennis Frain. January 28th 1934-December 3rd, 2025
Andy Frain, 91 of Mokena, passed away at home on December 3rd, 2025. Andy is survived by his devoted wife, Concetta (Syracuse) Frain, his children Andrew S. (Joette) Frain, Colleen (Edmund) Lipinski, Bridgette (Michael) Mlady, and Kimberly Harr, his stepson Michael (Alyssa) Urgo, and his...
