Obituaries

Sep 2, 2025

Ann Marie Belter (Petrozz), 66, of Chicago Ridge, Illinois, passed away peacefully in the comfort of her home on Tuesday September 2nd in the evening, after a valiant fought 2nd battle against breast cancer.

Ann was born on May 8th, 1959 in Chicago, Illinois and grew up there. She graduated from Bogan High School in 1977 and graduated from St. Xavier’s...

Sep 2, 2025

Barbra Anette Oling



Darling daughter to the late Irene and Alfred Oling. Loving sister to James Oling & Maryann (Stephen) Daker. Adoring aunt to Stefanie, Joseph (Rosie) and Jacqueline Daker. Life long friend to Richard Frank. Wonderful friend to many others.



Barb was a loving cat mom to her beautiful Baby and a proud, devoted aunt to Charlotte Rose and Tinley, her...

Aug 8, 2025

Carol Huddleston (née Labudzik), age 79, passed away peacefully on August 8, 2025.

Wife of Marvin Huddleston. Loving mother of Christina and Kevin Huddleston. Treasured “Nana” to Cortney, Kevin Jr., and Jillian Huddleston. Cherished daughter of the late Estelle and the late Louis Labudzik. Devoted sister of the late Sally (Carmen) Fosco. Dear aunt to Carmen Fosco (Gayl), Louis Fosco, Lisa...

Aug 8, 2025

Marguerite Aparo; age87; Beloved wife of the late Vincent; Loving mother of John A. (Joyce) Aparo, Kimberly (Paul) Cericola, and Barbara "Snow" (Craig) Miller; Cherished Nonnie of Kimberly Faurbo, Matthew Aparo, Teresa (Romeo) Lim, and John "JJ" Aparo Jr, Carrie (Joseph) Feeny, Michael (Jackie), Vincent (Jolyne), and Christopher Cericola, Adam, Craig, Mary (Dan), Luke, and Mariella Miller; And Great-Grandmother of Alánnah,...

Aug 2, 2025

Robert L. Schlueter, age 79; beloved husband of Linda; loving father of Kathy (the late John) Hylka, Nick (fiancee Contina), Michael (late Sheri), Mary, Jenny, and service dog Macy; dear grandfather of Christopher Powell, Nicholas Hylka, Mathew Hylka, Kyle VanCleave, Stephanie (Ted) Findysz, Hannah (Ethan) Black,Steven, and Jacob; great grandfather of four; also survived by nieces, nephews, other relatives and...

Jul 30, 2025

Esther J. Dejka nee Mamon, age 94; loving mother of Susan Dejka (the late Daniel) Garcia, Sandra, Donna, the late Christopher, and the late Baby Dejka; dear sister of the late Bernard (late Mary Carol), late Theresa(Frank) Manka, and the late Joseph Mamon;  also survived by many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Jul 28, 2025

Jul 23, 2025

Thomas Mark Tobin passed away on July 23, 2025; born November 9, 1962 in Chicago. Tom was the the son of the late James Tobin and Lenore Tobin nee Carlson; loving brother of Caryl Tobin, the late James Tobin, and Caryn McGowan-Kinder; dear uncle to Kim McGowan, Kelly McGowan, Kerri (David) O'Neill, Katie McGowan; great uncle to Emily (Zach), Jasmine,...

Jun 27, 2025

Betty "Elizabeth" J. Pietkiewicz, age 90, beloved mother, grandmother, and great grandmother, of Evergreen Park, passed into the arms of Jesus on June 27, 2025. Betty was born on October 26, 1934, in Lafferty, Ohio and grew up in Farmington, WV. After graduating from St. Mary Hospital Nursing School, Betty met the love of her life Gene in West Virginia,...

Jun 23, 2025

Julia Palombo, a beloved member of her community and a dedicated file clerk for an insurance company, passed away peacefully in Chicago on June 23, 2025, at the age of 89. Born on December 9, 1935, in Chicago, Julia's life was marked by her unwavering kindness and commitment to her family.

Julia was the loving sister of the late Mary (late...

Jun 3, 2025

Virginia L Giffey,  Age 86, Loving wife of the late Richard, Dear Mother of Arthur(Kathy), Woodrow, Michael, and Richard(Jennifer) Giffey. Special Grandmother of Kristyn(Jon), Micah, Timothy(TJ), Charlotte, and Peyton, GreatGrandmother of Kathryn and Jack, Resting at Kosary Funeral Home,  9837 S Kedzie Ave, Evergreen Park. Visitation Sunday June 8th, 2025, 2:00pm to 5:00PM.   Funeral Monday June 9th, 2025, 11:00AM...

May 31, 2025

Doris R. Potts; age 93; passed away May 31, 2025; loving mother of the late Lawrence and the late Richard Potts; dear friend of Sandy, Dorothy, Carolyn, Pat, and many more. Doris was an administrator for the Chicago Public Library for over 50 years; she was also a good and faithful servant of the Lord. Visitation Saturday June 7, 2025,...

May 28, 2025

May 9, 2025

Patrick Lee Chambers; a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Force and a man who truly lived life on his own  terms; passed away on May 9, 2025 at the age of 78. Born September 22, 1946, Patrick grew up in vibrant neighborhood of Hyde Park and attended Chicago Vocational High School before graduating from the University of Missouri with...

May 7, 2025

May 2, 2025

William “Bill” L. Pisano, age 97; beloved husband of the late Sarah “Lynn” nee LaMonto; loving father of Lucille “Lucy” (Thomas, Sr.) Holewinski, and William “Bill” (Cheryl) Pisano; cherished grandfather of Thomas (Theresa) Holewinski, Jr., Heather (Mark) Blevins, Stephanie (Jeff) Speer, Christina Pisano, and the late Doreena Pisano; great grandfather of Alex Pisano; preceded in death by brothers and a...

Apr 30, 2025

Jeanette Marie Giffey, passed away suddenly on April 28, 2025.

Jeannette was born in Chicago in 1967. After graduating from St. Ignatius High School, she attended University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign. Jeannette spent the majority of her professional career working at Navy Pier. Her twenty-three years with the Pier began with the Metropolitan Pier and Exposition Authority (MPEA) and continued when the...

Apr 26, 2025

Apr 26, 2025

Manuel S. Perreira III, born on September 27, 1940, in Hilo, Hawaii, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2025, in Hazelcrest, Illinois. He was a proud veteran who served honorably in the Army, exemplifying dedication and service throughout his life.

Manuel is remembered as a devoted husband to Maryjean, nee O'Blanis. Together, they shared a life filled with support, love, and...

Apr 19, 2025

Linda L. Kruse, born on January 18, 1949, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on April 19, 2025, in Downers Grove, Illinois. She exemplified a life dedicated to both professional excellence and community service.

Linda's career spanned 33 years as a Manager at Illinois Bell, where her leadership and commitment to her work left an indelible mark. Additionally, she devoted over 20,000...