Local Obituaries

August 3, 2023

Linda Harkness, a vibrant soul with an adventurous spirit, passed away on August 3rd, 2023, at the age of 74. Born on February 2, 1949, she brought warmth and joy to the lives she touched. Linda’s journey took her from her birthplace in Chicago to the rugged beauty of Colorado, where she found solace in the embrace...

July 25, 2023

Dragic Blagojevic, aged 90, of Plainfield, IL, passed away on July 25, 2023. He was born on March 13, 1933, in Male Pcelice, Kragujevac, to his parents, Bozidar Blagojevic and Marina (Vasic) Blagojevic.

Dragic dedicated his life to his profession and made significant contributions in his field. He was known for his commitment, compassion, and...

July 23, 2023

Robert James Dean, 72, passed into new life on July 23,2023, in Lisle, Illinois. Bob was born in Chicago, Il on July 17, 1951 to Mildred (nee Plantz) and Robert W. Dean. The family relocated to Oak Lawn, Il, where Robert attended  St. Gerald’s and Oak Lawn Community High Schools.  He graduated from Illinois State University in 1974 with a...

July 14, 2023

Daniel Joseph Lynn, age 71, surrounded by love, peacefully passed away on July 14th, 2023. Born in Council Bluffs, IA and grew up in Quincy, IL. He was a proud graduate of Assumption High School in East St. Louis, IL., Class of 1970. Go Pioneers!!

Dan moved to Chicago in 1985 and began...

July 10, 2023

Patricia Lynn Tobias (Patty the cook) was born into life March 10, 1974 and into eternal life July 10, 2023. Patty began her young life in Pilsen attending many of the schools; kindergarten at St. Procopius, grammar school at Komensky now known as Manuel Perez, she then attended Holy Trinity graduating from primary school to Benito Juarez...

July 2, 2023

Nos entristece profundamente informar el fallecimiento de Claudia Mendoza el 2 de julio de 2023, nacida el 5 de mayo de 1954. Claudia fue una mujer extraordinaria conocida por su compasión inquebrantable, su fuerza y su generosidad no tuvieron límites. Su presencia dejó una huella imborrable en los corazones de todos aquellos que tuvieron el privilegio de conocerla....

July 1, 2023

Santa Gomez passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on July 1, 2023. Visitation will be held on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 from 4:00pm until 9:00pm at Maher Funeral Home 17101 S. 71st Ave., Tinley Park.  Burial will be private in Mexico.

July 1, 2023

Dr. Howard E. Buhse Jr. died on July 1st in Downers Grove, Illinois at the age of 88.  He was born in 1934 in Chicago, Illinois and grew up in Winnetka,Ill. He attended Winnetka elementary schools and graduated from New Trier High School in 1952.

Dr. Buhse was a professor in the Biological Sciences Department at the...

June 29, 2023

Leslie Andersen, age 70, of Woodridge, IL, passed away on June 29, 2023, at Lutheran General Hospital while surrounded by her adoring family. Leslie was born in Camp Kilmer, New Jersey, daughter of Sylvia Newman and George Howard. She was incredibly loquacious and an accomplished student. She was a proud and active alumna of Girls High in...

June 29, 2023

Sebastián Bucio, age 84 passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at Northwestern Memorial Hospital.

Sebastián is survived by his wife María Bucio his son Israel Bucio (Amity), and a host of nieces and nephews.

Sebastián will be remembered as a great Father best Husband and a great friend...

June 26, 2023

Hoda A. Hana passed away on June 26, 2023. Visitation will be held on from 6-9pm on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church, 455 79th Street, Burr Ridge were Funeral Service will be 11am Friday, June 30, 2023. Burial will follow at Clarendon Hills Cemetery.

June 24, 2023

Diane Saenz-Rodriguez age 64, passed away on June 24, 2023, surrounded by her family. She is survived by her loving husband Marine Rodriguez whom she has been married to for 41 years, her three children: Marine Rodriguez (Tatee), Destiny (Son-in-law Mario) Tafoya, Leena Rodriguez (Bird), her two grandchildren Mia Tafoya, and Emma Tafoya, along with her two...

June 22, 2023

The extremely witty, fun loving, strong, intelligent, honorary royal (according to her children) Jo Ellen Geary said her final farewell to this world on June 22, 2023. Jo Ellen was born to Charles and Jeanette (Peoples) Bonasera in Iowa on July 10th, 1948.

At a very young age, she developed a passion for collecting antiques, so much...

June 18, 2023

Hildegard S. Witalski passed away peacefully on June 18, 2023. Funeral arrangements are pending.

June 17, 2023

Jeffery Alan Smith of Plano, formerly of Downers Grove and Geneva, died June 17th at Seasons Hospice in Naperville from brain melanoma.  He was born December 12, 1946 in Herrin, IL to Joseph and Mildred (Lyons) Smith, growing up in Benton, IL.

He is survived by his wife Julie (Busse); daughters Tracy (Louis) Nowaczyk of Mokena and...

June 15, 2023

Juan Ortiz age 43, passed away on June 15, 2023. Loving brother to his sister Alejandra (Victor) Ortiz and his brothers Dario (Vanessa) Ortiz and Miguel (Rubi) Ortiz. Cherished Life Partner of Sonia Carrizales and his beautiful daughters, Jaida, Jayla and Jayleen. Juan was preceded in death by his dear parents Alejo and Carmen Ortiz.

June 7, 2023

Jose Luis Zamora sadly lost his battle with Lung Cancer on Wednesday, June 7, 2023, at 7:20 pm. He left behind his beloved wife Esperanza nicknamed with affection “Chia” whom he had been married to for 47 years. He is survived by his six children: Maria (46), Maria Ubalda (45), Veronica (44), Jose Luis Jr (40), Francisco...

June 6, 2023

Esperanza Renteria passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on June 6, 2023. Graveside service to be held 12 Noon on Saturday, June 10, 2023 at Mt. Carmel Cemetery in Hillside.

June 5, 2023

Marian Markham Abdo passed away on June 5, 2023. Funeral Service will be held at 11am on Thursday, June 8, 2023 at St. Mark Coptic Church, 455 79th Street, Burr Ridge. Burial will follow at Clarendon Hills Cemetery in Darien.

May 25, 2023

David L. Geer passed away on May 25, 2023. Private services to be held.