Obituaries

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, Il. Sunday June 8th, 2025, 2:00pm to 5:00PM.   Funeral will be held Monday June...

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...

Apr 16, 2025

Our beautiful Mom, Lorraine Young (aka Lola) passed away peacefully at home after her long struggle. God took her home April 16, 2025 at the age of 97 years. Born in Chicago to John & Anna Gizowski, she was the youngest of their five children; Angeline (Leroy), Rose (Teeko), Katherine (Hank), and Peter (Anna).

Lorraine's marriage to the late John Dunne...

Apr 15, 2025

Michael Ryan, born on April 29, 1958, passed away peacefully on April 15, 2025, in Oak Lawn. A beloved brother, devoted uncle, and cherished friend, Michael leaves an indelible mark on the hearts of all who knew him.

He was the dear brother of Joseph (Linda Passea) Ryan and Thomas (Bridget) Ryan; dear uncle to Jessie, Michael, and Katie, and fondly...

Apr 15, 2025

Robert “Bobby” Hemry; age 30; dear son of Julie and the late Robert Hemry, Sr. and Jim Doherty; fond brother of Megan Doherty; cherished grandson of Mary Lou Walsh; also survived by aunts, uncles, and many cousins. Visitation and Funeral Wednesday April 23, 2025, 3:00 pm to 9:00 om at Kosary Funeral Home 9837 S. Kedzie Ave. Evergreen Park; Prayer...

Apr 8, 2025

Roland John Jurgens, age 92; of Evergreen Park; passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 8, 2025. Beloved husband of the late Anne nee Carson; loving father of Judy Callaghan, Jim Jurgens and Tom Jurgens; cherished grandfather to Mike (Kimberly) Callaghan, Matt (Carly) Callaghan, Maura (Nate) Cahnman, Mark Jurgens, and Sophia Jurgens; devoted great grandfather of Anna, Emmy, Georgia, Matty, Ava,...

Mar 31, 2025

Barbara A. Spanos (nee Catania), age 80; cherished wife of the late John; beloved mother of Elizabeth Spanos (Tony), Christina (Michael) Rice, and Ali (Tom) Green; grandmother of Audrey, Valerie, Melissa, Lydia, Amanda, Matthew, Nicholas, Miranda, and Nicole; great-grandmother of four; loving daughter of the late Francis and Rose Catania; fond sister of Francis (Zelda) Catania, Angel Catania, Michael (Chris)...

Mar 29, 2025

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Michael Richard Polino on March 29, 2025, at the age of 41. Born on September 29, 1983, Michael lived his life with relentless empathy, a quick wit, and an infectious spirit that touched the lives of everyone he encountered. He always saw the best in others and would go to any length...

Mar 29, 2025

Alfred (Al) Denis Burmeister passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 29, 2025, at the age of 99, surrounded by family in his home in Evergreen Park.

Al was born on June 30, 1925, on the south side of Chicago, where he spent his childhood years. After graduating from St. Philip High School, he enlisted in the U.S. Navy in 1943, served...

Mar 4, 2025

Frank Ellis Conklin III, age 68; passed away peacefully March 4, 2025. He is survived by his brother David (Louisa) Conklin; sister in law Kathleen Conklin nee Glazewski and many nieces and nephews. Frank is preceded in death by his parents Frank and Veronica Conklin, his wife Susan nee Panasky, and brother Walter Conklin.

Frank was a coffee aficionado who at...

Feb 18, 2025

Suzanne C. Wozniak nee Michalski, age 75; beloved wife of the late Eugene; Loving mother of Patricia, Richard, and Julie Wozniak; dear sister of Thaddeus (the late Camille) Michalski, and Steven (Rose) Michalski; cherished daughter of the late Thaddeus and late Wanda Michalski. In lieu of flowers, memorials appreciated. Visitation Sunday February 23, 2025, 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Kosary...

Feb 6, 2025

Lorraine E. Rohlfs, née Killian, age 94, was raised in the Gage Park neighborhood with her three siblings, Edgar, Mildred and Ronnie. She graduated from Luther Institute and worked in the Lyric Opera building as a key punch operator. Lorraine married Raymond A. Rohlfs and became a supportive first responder’s (CFD) wife and loving mother to their three children. She...