Obituaries

Nov 30, 2025

Wayne Shinagawa, 72, of Chicago, IL.

Loving husband of Maria Shinagawa. Loving father of Howard (Kristen) Shinagawa. Adoring grandfather of Abigail Shinagawa. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his parents Howard and Irene Shinagawa

Wayne proudly worked for People's Gas for thirty years before enjoying his retirement with...

Nov 29, 2025

It is with profound sadness that the family of Jerry Luther Golden announces his passing on November 29, 2025, at his home in Brookfield, Illinois. Preceded in death by his loving wife Rose, Jerry was born April 6th, 1940 in Arkansas. Jerry lived a long and meaningful life built on service, family, and dedication to the people he loved....

Nov 28, 2025

Helen Warta, 89, passed away on November 28, 2025, at home, surrounded by her family, who loved her very much.

She was born in Rossiter, PA to John and Josephine Dynako. She was one of nine children. Helen enjoyed singing, playing the organ and accordion, and family gatherings.

Helen was the beloved wife of Eugene...

Nov 23, 2025

Vito Anthony Castelli was born in Chicago to Rose and Anthony on August 31, 1944. He attended St. Williams Grammar School in Galewood, where Vito met his wife, Donna Macchione. He attended Steinmetz High School and then served in the U.S. Army in Vietnam for nearly two years. Vito returned home in 1967, and less than three years later,...

Nov 19, 2025

Carmen is survived by her 6 children— Roberto Rivera, Zulma (Bruce) Jennings, Griselle Rivera, John (Lucy) Rivera, Jeannette (Jorge) Gacharna, and Victor Torres. She is remembered by her 14 grandchildren— Sara Rivera, Toni Sutton, Julia Jennings, Jared Jennings, Jonathan Coreano, Jayson Coreano, Jennifer Quiñones, John Rivera, Jessica Rivera, Josh Rivera, Jorge Gacharna, Amanda Gacharna, Lisette Gacharna, and Chloe Torres....

Nov 19, 2025

Maria L. Palese, nee: Ceresa, 89 years. Loving Wife of the late Robert "Bob" M. Palese. Loving mother to Stephanie Palese (Chuck Curtis), late Audrey Casey (Dennis), and Bill (Celine) Palese. Caring Auntie of Anne (Greg), Gerald (Liz), late Carl (Adrian), late Therese (late Ray), Judy (Pete) and Mary Lynn (Rob). Beloved Grandmother of Christian (Lizy), Dominick (Gaby), Anthony,...

Nov 16, 2025

Nov 15, 2025

Elizabeth Josephine (Marcellitti) Druss was born in Elmwood Park to immigrant parents, Mary Rita (D'Elia) and Pasquale Salvatore Marcellitti. She grew up in Chicago's Galewood neighborhood with her sister, Rose Josephine Castelli, who passed away in 2001.

Liz treasured her years at Steinmetz High School, where she formed friendships that lasted a lifetime. It was there...

Nov 14, 2025

Kathryn E. Minnice, nee Morgan.

Beloved wife of the late Charles.  Loving mother of Frank (Sheila), Linda (Richard) Przydzial, Anthony and the late Michael.  Dear grandmother of Meghan and Nicholas and great grandmother of Zoey and Emma.  Fond sister of Joseph (Sandy) Morgan, Mary (Frank Visconti) Morgan, and the late Kenneth, William, Elizabeth, Anthony, Rosalie, and Angelina. ...

Nov 8, 2025

Joseph G. Fiorentino, age 82. Beloved husband of Gwendolyn, nee Pasciak; dear father of Joseph G. (Tanya) Fiorentino, Jr.; loving grandfather of Nicolette and Alivia; fond brother of Theresa (Don) Meisinger and Lawrence (Joanne) Fiorentino; also survived by nieces, nephews, and cousins. Army Veteran, Member of American Legion Post 1263, and IATSE Local 780.

Visitation Wednesday, November...

Nov 3, 2025

Nov 1, 2025

Nick J. Bevilacqua, 95, passed away peacefully on November 1, 2025. A devoted man of faith, Nick lived his life with a deep love for Christ and a kind heart toward all who knew him. He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Antonia; sister, Rose; and niece, Yvonne. He is survived by his great nieces Gina, Lisa,...

Oct 31, 2025

Visitation :

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 - 4:00pm to 8:00pm

The Original Rago Brothers Funeral Homes (Irving Park Rd.)

Funeral Service:

St. Eugene

Wednesday, November 5, 2025 - 12:00pm

Procession from funeral home to begin at 11:15am.

Interment :...

Oct 22, 2025

Lillian Ruth Korous, nee Gischke, passed away on October 22, 2025, at her home.

She was born in Chicago on May, 19, 1939 to Walter Paul Gischke and Marta Emma (Exner) Gischke, naturalized United States citizens from Germany. She is preceded in death by her parents, husband James George Korous, Jr, and sister, Dorothy Ingrid Gischke, who...

Oct 22, 2025

Hector Luis Feliciano, age 72, of Madison, Wisconsin, passed away peacefully on October 22 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Peñuelas, Puerto Rico, Hector built a life defined by dedication, love, and wisdom. Married to Victoria Ann Feliciano, with whom he shared many years of laughter, partnership, and devotion. He was preceded in death by...

Oct 18, 2025

Sylvio Carfo 91, Loving husband of Anita nee (Tufano), beloved son of the late Benedetto and Maria nee (Caputo), Beloved brother of the late Elda (Roy) Ratti, late

Ben (Shirley) Carfo, Loving Father of Jeannine (Gary) Como, Deeadra (Tom), Randy, Beloved Binky, and Puddles Stapka, Jennifer Carfo, Benny Carfo, Loving Grandfather of Angela Como, Michael (Karol) Becker,...

Oct 17, 2025

Tana Marie Malatare made her journey to the spirit world on October 17,2025. Tana was born on June 25,1986 to Clovia Malatare(Afraid of Bear) of the Oglala Lakota Nation of Pine Ridge, South Dakota and Leonard Malatare, Cree and Salish from the Flathead Indian Reservation Montana. She is survived by her mother Clovia Malatare; her father Leonard Malatare, her...

Oct 16, 2025

Cashmear Deenay Marshall, age 27, passed away peacefully on October 16, 2025, surrounded by loved ones after a courageous battle with lupus.

Born on December 1, 1997, in Chicago, Illinois, to Martha Maria Smith, Cashmear lived a life marked by determination, compassion, and creativity.

A proud graduate of Prosser Career Academy (Class of 2016), Cashmear...

Oct 14, 2025

Nancy L. Zanders.  She was a lifelong Chicagoan, who was born in Oswego, NY.  Real estate agent and broker for over 30 years for Beaulieu Real Estate.  Proud homemaker who also enjoyed the company of her many pets over the years.  Cherished daughter of the late Ella Marie Fabbri, and granddaughter of the late Guiseppe Fabbri and Italia Ciabattari. ...

Oct 10, 2025

Sandra Boehm May 3, 1957 – October 10, 2025

Sandra (Sandy) Boehm, 68, passed away peacefully on October 10, 2025, surrounded by her family.

Born on May 3, 1957, Sandy lived a life full of love, laughter, and devotion to her family and community. On August 24, 1985, she married her soulmate, Ken Boehm. Together,...