Obituaries

Local Obituaries for Families in Chicago, Illinois

Serving the Chicago Land Area

Carlos Gutierrez

Carlos Gutierrez

May 8, 2025

In Memoriam

Carlos Gutierrez Contreras

(1965–2025)

With love and gratitude, his wife and daughter bid farewell to an extraordinary man: kind, generous, and full of light.

His life was a reflection of love, dedication, and joy. His embrace and his legacy will forever live on in our hearts.

We...

Carlos Rodriguez

Carlos Rodriguez

May 6, 2025

Carlos Rodriguez nacido y criado en San Lorenzo Puerto Rico, era hijo, hermano, primo, tío, esposo, padre, abuelo, querido por toda su familia y amigos. Esposa, Pricilla Rodriguez, hijos, Carlito y Iliana Rodriguez, nietos Gianna y Julissa Nieves y Jeremiah Rodriguez. Carlos was an honest, smart, thoughtful, caring, kind, honorable, hardworking family man, who put the well being of...

Tomasa Rodriguez

Tomasa Rodriguez

May 2, 2025

Tomasa Rodriguez

Loving mother of Angel Mercado.  Beloved grandmother of Isaiah.  Dear sister of Marguerite, Rosa, and Miguel Rodriguez Jr.  Dear daughter of Miguel Rodriguez Sr., and the late Esperanza Garcia.

Bruce Principato

Bruce Principato

Apr 22, 2025

Bruce Principato Sr. 71 years.  Cherished son of the late Jack Sr. and Irene, nee. Stassinakis.  Loving father of Bruce Jr. (Maria), Alexis, and Dominic.  Proud and loving grandfather of Emilia.  Dear brother of Gus, the late Jack, Kenneth, and Michael.  Beloved life partner of Kim Zelms.  Fond uncle and lifelong friend to many.  Known for his unwavering strength...

Douglas Kenny

Douglas Kenny

Apr 20, 2025

Douglas Kenny was born on September 2, 1956 in Chicago Illinois to Alfred and Betty Kenny and passed away on April 20, 2025.

He leaves his mother Betty Kenny, his daughters, Timika Hogan, Jade Kenny and Jasmine Paige. His grandchildren are Deaira Moore, Delani Moore, Zayd Amir Kenny, Sincere Hogan and Rocky Diaz.

Siblings Danielle...

Yolanda Arroyo

Yolanda Arroyo

Apr 18, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our beloved Yolanda Arroyo Arreguin. She was a devoted wife to her late husband, Jose Arroyo, and a loving mother to her son, Rolando. Yolanda peacefully passed away on April 18, 2025, surrounded by the love of her family.

Yolanda was a woman of boundless kindness...

Serafin Mendez Sr.

Serafin Mendez Sr.

Apr 18, 2025

Serafin Mendez Sr.

Beloved husband of Antonia, nee. Hernandez.  Loving father to David, Serafin Jr. (Daylinda), and Belinda.  Proud papa of Nathan Imanuel.  Family and friends to meet on Wednesday at St. Ferdinand Church, 5900 W. Barry, in Chicago, for 10:00am mass.

Scott Thomas Sachs

Scott Thomas Sachs

Apr 17, 2025

Scott Thomas Sachs

Unexpectedly died suddenly on April 17, 2025.

Beloved son of the late Lee R. Sachs and Dr. Virginia B. Sachs.

Survived by Stepmother Caron W. Sachs .  Beloved brother to Daniel (Lynn), Michael (Anne), Christopher (Michelle), Timothy (Karen), and Heather.  Loving uncle to Liam, Katrina, and Natasha.

Services...

Javi Lozada

Javi Lozada

Apr 16, 2025

Juan Javier Lozada Jr. ("Javi") August 20, 1997 – April 16, 2025

With broken hearts and enduring love, we announce the passing of Juan Javier Lozada Jr.—known to all as Javi—on April 16, 2025. Born on August 20, 1997, Javi lived a life full of laughter, creativity, and deep love for his family and friends. He...

Gayle Starbuck

Gayle Starbuck

Apr 13, 2025

Gayle Starbuck, nee Fio Rito

Loving wife of Robert.  Beloved mother of Michelle (Casey) Sachs, Robert (Sabrina) and Adrian, and family dog Zoe.  Caring grandmother of Liam, Atticus, Forest, and Echo.  Fond sister of Janis Argianas and Ben (Fran) Fio Rito.  Dear aunt to many nieces and nephews.  Special friend to many.  "Second mother" to many throughout...

Kristhian David Cardenas

Kristhian David Cardenas

Apr 8, 2025

It is with somber hearts that we announce the passing of Kristhian David Cardenas, age 39, who left this world on April 8, 2025, to be with the Lord.

Kristhian is survived by his devoted mother, Zuleima Cardenas, his loving grandmother Bertha Galindo, his proud grandfather Carlos Cardenas, and many beloved family members who will forever...

Marsha Ameismeier

Marsha Ameismeier

Mar 29, 2025

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