Obituaries
Local Obituaries for Families in Chicago, Illinois
Serving the Chicago Land Area
June Ann Bronkema
Nov 2, 2026
June Ann Bronkema (Grimm), 67, of Ingleside, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on November 2, 2026. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, a caring sister, cousin, friend, and, most of all, a grandmother who will be deeply missed. June dedicated her life to her family, especially her grandchildren. She also had a passion for gardening and...
Jasmine M. Melendez
Oct 30, 2026
In Loving Memory of Jasmine Maria
Jasmine Maria became an angel on October 30th, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love and beautiful memories that will forever remain in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Jasmine was a beloved wife, daughter, granddaughter, sister, and a treasured friend to many. She was bound in the promise of marriage to the...
Josephine Chesack
Oct 26, 2026
Josephine Chesack, nee Vivardo
Loving wife of the late Lawrence. Beloved mother of Christine, Cynthia (Bob) Laudadio, and Laura McGeorge. Dear grandmother of Bella Laudadio. Fond sister of Anna (Joe) Scorn, Anthony (Yolanda) Vivardo, and the late Mary, Philomena (Ralph) Pollaro, Madeline (John) Papaleo, Raffeala (Paul) Bartolementi, Salvatore (Lorraine) Vivardo, and James (Marie) Vivardo. Caring aunt to many nieces and nephews....
Ann C. Tighe
Oct 20, 2026
Ann C. Tighe, 87, of Chicago, died on Tuesday, October 20. A trailblazing lawyer; a devoted wife, mother and grandmother; and a woman whose clever wit and contagious laugh could light up any room, Ann found her greatest joys in her family, her work and close friends.
Ann grew up in Highland Park, Illinois, with her parents, Michael and Eda, and...
Nicole Marie Dixon
Oct 18, 2026
Nicole Marie Dixon, 46, of Chicago, IL. At rest October 18th, 2026 surrounded by family.
Nicole was born June 13th, 1980 in Chicago, the daughter of Gloria Dixon and Tony Vazquez. Known to everyone as Nikki, she grew up in Logan Square, on the northwest side.
Nikki had a heart of gold. She loved to cook, she loved music, doing her makeup...
Carmen L. Cabrera
Oct 16, 2026
Carmen L. Cabrera
Beloved wife of Carmelo, Jr. Loving mother of Eric (Zenaida) and Emanuel (Lianet). Caring grandmother of Ayden. Dear daughter of the late Dolores and Julia Rivera. Cherished sister of Michael Rivera, Maritza Santiago (Angel), Alicia Tosado (Eddie), Edward Rivera, Daniel Rivera, and Elaine Rivera Magana. Dear sister of Michael Rivera, Maritza Santiago (Angel), Alicia Tosado (Eddie), Edward Rivera,...
Jose V. Nieves
Oct 15, 2026
Jose Nieves, 94, passed away on October 15, 2026, in Glenview, Illinois. Born on May 21, 1932, Jose lived a life rooted in faith, kindness, hard work, and a deep devotion to his family.Polite and respectful, Jose brought warmth and wit to his relationships. He taught those around him the importance of practicing kindness and working diligently, lessons he embodied...
Roberta L. Buettner
Oct 8, 2026
Roberta L. Buettner, 82, leaves behind a lifetime of memories and a special place in the hearts of those who knew and loved her.
Roberta was the beloved daughter of the late Vincent R. Buettner and Hattie T. (Haas) Buettner, loving sister of the late Vincent M. Buettner, and dear sister-in-law of Nancy Buettner.
She was a cherished aunt to Alicia Houghton...
John Cadero, Sr.
Oct 7, 2026
John Cadero, Sr.
Beloved husband of Susan, nee Danesi. Loving father of Jeffery (Kim), John Jr. (Maray), Christopher (Nelly), and Phellyn (Edwin) Martinez. Caring grandfather to Stefanie, Anthony, Richie, Frank, Marc, Mia, Jayden, Rocco, Giancarlo, Jovanni, Jair, and Christopher Jr.
Dear son of the late Frank and Ann. Fond brother of the late Barbara, Frances, and Georgette.
Frank Brunke
Oct 2, 2026
Frank Brunke
Born and raised in Chicago.
Beloved son of the late Ralph & Gaytha.
Loving brother to James.
Grandson of Eva & Frank Banks.
Proud companion to his loving dogs, Zora & King.
He will be greatly missed by all who knew & loved him.
Nelson Marinho
Sep 28, 2026
Nelson Marinho, 94 years old, of Chicago, IL, passed away on September 28, 2026 to join and rest in peace with his wife, Aida Marinho who passed on September 14, 2026.
Nelson was born on March 29, 1932, in Viana do Castelo, Portugal to Narciso Carlos Pires Marinho and Maria Fernanda do Fernandes. Nelson was raised on a farm where he...
Patrick Hand
Sep 24, 2026
Patrick Hand
Loving husband to Romualda "Roma" Hand.
Beloved father of Adriana (Karl) Karrasch, Danielle Nichols, and Patrick M. (Shannon) Hand.
Caring grandfather to Patrick K., Lily, Emma, Connor, Nicole, Matthew, and Scott.
Fond brother of Valerie, Gregory and Francis. Dear uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Caring son-in-law to Zofia and Zdzislaw.
Patrick was known for his loving, ever positive disposition, and as the...
Geneva Tinerella
Sep 17, 2026
Geneva Irene Tinerella, 92, (Cacioppo), loving wife of the late Russell;
Caring mother of Judith (Dominick) D'Agata and Michael (Lisa Ferraris) Tinerella
Dear grandmother of Dominick (Marissa) D'Agata and Jenna (Blake) Bazarnik
Fond great-grandmother of Dominick, Leonardo and Marko D'Agata and Jackson and Cameron Bazarnik
Beloved daughter of the late Carlo and Jennie Cacioppo.
Dear sister of the late Theresa Gargano, late Leon Cacioppo, late...
Aida Marinho
Sep 14, 2026
Aida Marinho “Varzea”, 89 years old, of Chicago, IL, passed away on September 14, 2026, at her home. Aida was born on January 21, 1937, in Lisbon, Portugal to Antonia do Nascimento and Antonio Varzea. Having lost her father at a young age, Aida, along with her brother Joe Varzea, were lovingly raised by their mother and Grandmother Ana in...
Byron L. Eguiguren
Sep 11, 2026
In loving memory of Byron Eguiguren
Byron L. Eguiguren passed away on Friday, September 11, 2026, at the age of 94.
Byron was born in Loja, Ecuador on June 28, 1932, to Luis Emilio Eguiguren Burneo and Dolores Ordóñez Ordóñez. He was uniquely resilient, inspirational, honorable, and civic minded. A true student of life, a devout catholic, and a supportive friend to...


