Current Obituaries
Michael A. Zimay
Jul 26, 2026
Michael A. Zimay Beloved husband of Patricia nee Gardner; Dearest father of Scott, Jeff, Karen (Kevin) Dubree, Christine and Stephanie (John) Carlson; Loving grandfather of Madisyn, Garrett, Trent, Heaven and Luke Zimay, Mia and Olivia Dubree, Baylie and Mollie Carlson. Visitation Thursday, July 30th, 3:00 PM until time of Service, 7:00 PM at The Oaks Funeral Home 1201 E. Irving...
Mary Ellen Nettleton
Jul 19, 2026
Mary Ellen Nettleton died peacefully on July 19, 2026, at the age of 93 in her home in Addison, Illinois surrounded by her loving family. Born in Chicago, Illinois on February 8th, 1933, to Marshall and Alice (Shea) McGrath, Mary Ellen lived with her parents and grandparents, Tillie and Christopher McGrath and her beloved sister Barbara on Long Avenue. She...
Veronica Mae Shawke
Jul 13, 2026
Veronica "Ronnie" Shawke, 87, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 13, 2026, surrounded by the love of her eldest daughter.
Veronica was born in Chicago on September 18, 1938. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 58 years, Daniel Shawke, and her parents, Joseph and Helen (nee Wagner) Mikrut.
She leaves behind a loving family who will forever cherish...
Larry Bernett
Jul 12, 2026
Larry Bernett, born January 25, 1944, passed away on July 12, 2026. He is survived by his wife, Carole; his children Roberta (John) Zasadzinski, Pam (Mark) Kaiser, and Becky (Steven) Rizzi; and his cherished grandchildren Amy, Lindsay, Scott, Ryan, Kate, Olivia, Lucy, and Gloria. Larry and Carole dedicated many years to the IJAS science fairs, encouraging young scientists across Illinois....
Paul R. Neff
Jul 11, 2026
Paul Reddick Neff, age 67 of Itasca; Husband and best friend of Michael Delaney; Loving brother of Patricia (David) Hummel and brother-in-law of Valerie (Thomas) Maros, Carol Delaney and Gail Delaney; Devoted uncle of Drew (Annie) Hummel, Lauren (Patrick) McPadden, Leah (Colin) Fuss and Matthew Hummel and Erik (Mary) Maros, Brent Maros, Kristen (Brandon) Hansen and Cody Johnson; Cherished granduncle...
Peter R. Hallin
Jul 6, 2026
Peter R. Hallin, age 55 , Beloved husband of Kristyn for 30 years; Loving father of Joshua and Olivia (Nathan) Bretz; Adored son of Marla and the late Russell; Dear brother of Dave (MichaelAnn), Debbie (Joe), and Gregg, and brother-in-law of Mike and Lynette. Fond uncle of 12 nieces and nephews. Pete was the definition of Mr. Fix-it, Mr. Dependable,...
Robert N Michels
Jun 10, 2026
Robert N. Michels Sr. Beloved husband of Janet for 64 years; Loving father of Cheryl (Quintin) Roszkowiak, Laura (Scott) Eklove, and Robert N. Jr. (Debbie); Cherished grandpa of 10 and great grandpa of 7; Dear brother of Diane Pfeiffer and the late Gerald Michels and brother in law of Stanley, Gerald, Louis, the late Paul, the late Maryann, and the...
Marilyn Acosta
Jun 5, 2026
Marilyn Acosta beloved wife of Alberto Acosta, loving dog mom to Jedi, Mando & Jersey. Daughter of Gladys & Juan Carlos, Sister to Denize & Juan. Aunt to Deziree, Tatiana, Emilyss & Elijah. Dearest Niece to Pattie & Ricky, Fond Cousin to Damaris & many more, Goddaughter to Amelia. Marilyn was one of a kind she had the most genuine,...
James K Reuter
May 28, 2026
James K. “Jim” Reuter, lifelong resident of Roselle, Illinois, was welcomed home on May 28, 2026, surrounded by the peace and love of his family.
James K. “Jim” Reuter, lifelong resident of Roselle, Illinois, was welcomed home on May 28, 2026, surrounded by the peace and love of his family.
Jim is survived by his wife, Amy; children Jimmy (Samantha) Reuter, Kelly...
Karl E. Schmidt
May 28, 2026
Karl Edward Schmidt, 86, was called to our heavenly home on May 28, 2026. Karl spent his life caring unwaveringly for those he loved, steadfast in his devotion to his five children, 13 grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren, with a sixth on the way. Karl, or Popi, as he was known to many, was the first of seven children, born on...
Richard C. Laurent
May 24, 2026
You can only paint the light if you have spent a lifetime walking in it.
Richard C Laurent June 4th, 1947 - May 24th 2026. Artist, activist, educator, family man, friend, husband.
Visitation Monday, June 1st, 9:00 AM until time of Service. 11:00 AM at The Oaks Funeral Home 1201 E. Irving Park Road (at Prospect), Itasca.
To see Rick's work, visit laurentart.com
For...
Edward J. Brandt
May 24, 2026
Edward J. Brandt, age 87, Beloved husband of Susan for 33 years and the late Carol; Loving father of Patti (Chris) Fagalde, Linda (Jon) Isham, Pam (Mark) Spurgeon, and Michelle Labbe; Cherished grandfather of Megan (Eric) Balle, Aaron Fagalde (Keileen Driscoll), Austin (Kristen) Basak, Alyssa (Mike) Marcus, Hailey Spurgeon, Danielle (Tyler) Simmons, Nick Labbe, and the late Jenna Spurgeon and...
Angela M. Perricone
May 14, 2026
Angela M. Perricone
Beloved wife of the late Antonio; Loving mother of Antonette and Michael; Cherished grandmother of Anthony and Nevaeh; Dear sister of Frank (Christine) Zaccaro; Cherished daughter of the late Anthony & Kathleen Pacini; Fond aunt of Grace, Abigail, and Sofia; Dear sister-in-law of Frank & Catherine, Sal & Giovanna, and Mario; Fond great aunt to Serina, Joe, Frankie,...
Dennis R. Milliken
May 5, 2026
Dennis R. Milliken, 95, passed away peacefully at his home on May 5, 2026, surrounded by loved ones. Born on April 21, 1931, in the Bronx, New York, and raised on the West Side of Chicago, Dennis lived a long, full life rooted in faith, family, and love.
A devoted Catholic, Dennis carried his faith with him throughout his life. His...
Dwain A Tonne
May 3, 2026
Dwain Tonne; Age 97, passed away peacefully surrounded by the people he loved. Beloved husband of the late Sara; Loving father of Larry and the late Linda Robinson; Devoted grandpa of Bruce M. Robinson III. Army Veteran from 1951-1953 serving in the Military Police Division. He enjoyed fishing, golfing, bowling, billiards and ping pong. Dwain was a “closet Cubs fan”...
Anna Mae Beeter
Apr 24, 2026
Anna Mae Beeter (nee Niland) passed away peacefully at her home on the evening of April 24, 2026. She was surrounded by the love of her husband, Robert, her children, grandchildren, and her beloved dog Paddy.
Anna Mae was born in Chicago, Illinois on February 17th, 1940, the youngest of five children to Michael and Margaret (nee Kelly). She met the...
Marcia Ann Hirschauer
Apr 24, 2026
Marcia Ann Hirschauer passed away on April 24th, 2026 surrounded by her three daughters and her husband. Marcia was born in Harvey, Illinois on January 8th 1965. She grew up in Chicago Heights, Illinois, attended Homewood Flossmoor High School and graduated from Northern Illinois University where she met her husband, Warren. They started their life together and raised their family...
M. Esther Gomez
Apr 16, 2026
M. Esther Gomez, age 104, of Addison; Loving wife of the late Elidió Gomez; Beloved mother of Mari, Enriqueta, José, Ma. Salud, Luisa, Reyna, Ricardo, Lilia, and Víctor Manuel; Cherished grandmother to 28 grandchildren, 52 great-grandchildren, and 3 great-great-grandchildren.
Esther was a beacon of happiness and cheerfulness, renowned for her infectious laughter and delightful sense of humor. Her vibrant personality was...
Phoebe J Naborowski
Apr 12, 2026
Phoebe J. Naborowski was a devoted mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and the most precious wife. She served with distinction as a director of Nursing for Cook County, dedicating her career to compassion, leadership, and service to others.
She lived her life guided by strong values and an unwavering faith that shaped the way she cared for others. Her kind heart and natural...
Maria R. Batzlaff
Apr 12, 2026
After more than 93 years, Maria Rosa (Kuffner) Batzlaff concluded what she came here to do. Her daily priorities and objectives never wavered during a life tenaciously lived:
Be an unquestioning supporter;Act as a selfless family member; andServe as a tireless caretaker.Maria, Mitzi, Momma, Grammie endured the loss of her father in early childhood, the devastation of growing up in Czechoslovakia...
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