Our Obituaries
Orlando Mora
September 18, 1971 - January 26, 2018
Orlando Mora was born and raised in Chicago, the son of Alonso and Nora Mora. He leaves to cherish his memory his parents: Alonso and Nora; sister: Evelyn, aunt: Maria Teresa, uncles: Hugo and Gerardo; cousins: Julio C. , Stella , Adriana , Lorena , and Marissa.He was a sincere, analytical, altruistic, dependable, helpful, clever, humorous, intelligent, compassionate, spiritual and talented man....
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Miriam M. Sugiyama
September 30, 1932 - January 24, 2018
Sugiyama, Miriam M., nee Suzuki, 85, passed away, loving wife to the late Tak; cherished daughter to the late Grandma Rose; beloved mother to Glenn T. (Patricia); adoring grandmother to Nicole and Tyler; sister to the late Michael (Betty), the late Patrick (Ruth) and Nancy Suzuki; aunt to many nieces and nephews; a great friend to many. Visitation is Saturday, February 3, 2018 from 11am to 12pm...
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Herman Marcelo Vela
December 28, 1936 - January 15, 2018
Vela Hervas, Herman Marcelo, 81, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2018 in Glenview. He is survived by his loving wife Elba Vasconez of 57 years, his siblings in Ecuador Augusto, Jose Adolfo and Mercedes Vela Hervas. His sisters in law, many nieces and nephews, large extended family and many friends. He was born in Quito, Ecuador on December 28, 1936. He moved to the US in 1963. He worked...
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Edgar Alfredo Manzo
December 27, 1951 - January 12, 2018
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Samuel Scardina
January 30, 1943 - January 12, 2018
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Robert F. Erickson
October 4, 1919 - January 11, 2018
Robert Frederick Erickson, beloved husband of Ruth (nee Hahm) Erickson was welcomed into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, on January 11, 2018 at the age of 98. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather and great grandfather who served the Lord with all his heart to the glory of God. Robert (Bob) was born on October 4, 1919 to the late Arthur and Gertrude (nee Jephson)...
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Carol Ann Shogren
November 25, 1943 - January 8, 2018
Shogren, Carol Ann, nee Szostek, 74 of Chicago passed away. She was a loving daughter to the late John and the late Cecelia; beloved mother to Kathleen L. (Paul) Zeh and Steven C. (Marjana) Shogren; cherished grandmother to Courtney, Melanie and Scott; beloved sister to the late Ronald (Marie) Szostek, the late John (Gisela) Szostek and Robert (Debbie) Szostek. Visitation Thursday at Drake & Son...
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Djulija Dragovoja
February 4, 1943 - January 7, 2018
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Belkis Plancon
June 15, 1941 - January 5, 2018
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Daniel Pedroso
May 31, 1959 - January 4, 2018
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Erwin Laureano Diric Bactat
February 28, 1956 - December 31, 2017
Erwin L. Bactat, 61, passed away on December 31, 2017. He leaves behind his loving family the Bactats, Flojos and Salomons. Visitation Friday from 3-9pm at Drake and Sons Funeral Home, 5303 N Western Ave, Chicago 60625.Prayers from funeral home on Saturday at 9am. Mass of Christian Burial Saturday at 10 at St. John Berchman's, 2517 W Logan Blvd, Chicago 60647. Interment at Rosehill Cemetery....
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Olga Duda
January 10, 1930 - December 26, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Xue Ling Lau
December 28, 1950 - December 19, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Roque M. Dizon
January 4, 1935 - December 19, 2017
Roque M. Dizon, 82, passed away on December 19, 2017. He leaves behind his beloved wife, Cristina Dizon. He was a loving father to Josephine (David) Jimenez, John Dizon and Maryanne Sullivan. He was a loving uncle to many. He was a fond Grandfather to Kyle, Lucas and Laila Jimenez. He was a cherished brother to Grace Medina, Zenaida Dizon, Bernald Dizon, Reynaldo Dizon and Roberto Dizon. He is...
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Frances Dutko
August 15, 1919 - December 17, 2017
Frances C. Dutko, nee Moses, passed away Sunday, December 17, 2017. Cherished wife of the late Sylvester "Sully"; beloved mother of David (Barbara),, Donna (Babu) Hussain and the late Scott (Jennifer), and the late Mary Ann (Brian) Doyle. Loving Grandmother of Cara (Brian) Scott, Nicole, Joshua, Jeramy, Cassie (Philip) Devine, Gabrielle and Caleb; Great Grandmother of Sylvester and Lucy Devine....
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John Geltis
December 2, 1936 - December 17, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Rosalind A. Abuton
December 15, 1951 - December 16, 2017
Rosalind Amiscaray Abuton, 65, was born and grew up in Dumaguete City in the beautiful island of the Philippines. She was the youngest of six children consisting of three boys and three girls. She is preceded in death by Urbano Amiscaray and Rosario Patero Amiscaray. She leaves behind her daughter Angelica Abuton and her son in law Jason Thomas. She was educated in Manila at the Philippines Women...
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Kau Tai Yung
February 21, 1934 - December 16, 2017
Kau Tai "Jill" Yung, age 83 of Chicago. Beloved wife of the late Kwok Kin "Phil" Yung. Loving mom of Raymond and Timothy (Juliet Azimi). Dear grandma of Jilliyn. Sister of the late Quan Ton (the late Wing Wong) Wong, Choy Ying (the late Ho Lo) Lo, Xing Yun (Sheng Hai Cai) Cai, Yao Han (Die Ling Zhao) Zhao, Bik Wah (the late Kit Lo) Lo and Yiu Kai (Yee Hing Chiu) Chiu.Visitation 3-8 PM...
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Victor Klimovich Nemtsev
February 19, 1927 - December 13, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Minnie Yum
September 29, 1914 - December 13, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Terence L. Waldbuesser
January 22, 1944 - December 13, 2017
Terence L Waldbuesser, age 73, of Chicago, IL passed away on Wednesday December 13, 2017. Terence was born January 22, 1944. Beloved husband of 46 wonderful years to Mary Ann (nee Coburn) and father to Christopher (and soon to be daughter-in-law Sarah Kornblet), Matthew & Theresa. He was preceded in death by parents Jacob Waldbuesser & Lena (nee Polyak) and sister Jaclyn Lindfors (nee...
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Shanthi Thangaraj
November 7, 1944 - December 12, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Franjo Boras
November 1, 1940 - December 11, 2017
Boras, Franjo "Frank"Franjo "Frank" Boras, age 77, December 11, 2017 Chicago, born in Bosnia-Hercegovina, beloved husband of the late Venka Boras (2004); loving father of Rose Boras, Sonja (Patrick) Keane, Tom Boras, and the late Mario Boras (1998); loving son of the late Tomislav Boras and the late Iva Boras; fond grandfather "Dida" of Nora, Mario, Grace, Dylan, and Elise; dear brother of Janja ...
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Calvin Bland
July 6, 1948 - December 8, 2017
Calvin Bland, 69, passed at home on December 8, 2017. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 32 years, Renee Bland. He had an adoring family of daughters, a son, grand and great -grandchildren, nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, sisters and a brother. He was educated at De La Salle High School then went on to achieve a B.A. and B.S. at Eastern New Mexico University and B.A. in Criminal Justice from...
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David Andre Cubacub
May 24, 1926 - December 7, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Remedios Garcia de Perez
July 1, 1946 - December 6, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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David Donald Klusken
July 14, 1936 - December 4, 2017
David Donald Klusken, age 81 of Chicago. Beloved husband of the late Terri Klusken for 35 years. Loving father of Jennifer (Jeffrey O'Dell) Klusken and Allison Klusken. Dear grandpa of Emerson and Adalynn. Brother of Ronald (Kathy) Klusken, Judy (the late Jack) Dutko, DeDe Klusken and the late Thomas (Gayle) Klusken. He loved his pet dogs the late Sparkie and the late Wrigley. David was a...
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Jesus Rosas
June 15, 1930 - December 3, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Jesus Rosas Silva
June 15, 1930 - December 3, 2017
ROSAS SILVA, Jesus passed away Sunday. Loving husband of 52 years to Ernestina nee Miramontes, beloved father to Jesus E.; cherished grandfather of 2 and loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Visitation will be Thursday from 3 to 9pm at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL, 60625. Funeral Mass Friday, 11 AM, at Our Lady of Lourdes Church, 4640 N. Ashland Ave. Interment...
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Michael James Sedlack
July 25, 1932 - November 28, 2017
In lieu of flowers donations to Mercy Home for Boys & Girls, 1140 W. Jackson Blvd., Chicago, IL 60607
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Marta Cristina Quiroz-Pecirno
August 2, 1947 - November 28, 2017
Marta C. Quiroz-Pecirno, passed away on November 28, 2017. She leaves behind her beloved husband of 21 years, Robert Pecirno and her adoring son Sergio Pecirno. Her brother Jose-Luis Quiroz is also in mourning. She is preceded in death by her parents Francisco Quiroz and Maria Segovia as well as her sister Graciela Quiroz. Visitation Sunday, December 3 from 1-7pm at Drake and Son Funeral Home,...
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Romulo Diaz GABRIANA
February 19, 1942 - November 25, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Claude Bevins
February 22, 1943 - November 25, 2017
Claude Bevins, 74, passed away at home on November 25, 2017. He leaves behind his beloved wife of 48 year, Kathryn nee Bullington. He cherished his children Michael (Melissa) Bevins, David (Cindy) Burkhead and Gail Burkhead. He was a loving grandfather to Heather (Paul) Gottlieb, Sarah Canada, Aaron Bevins, Nicholas McSheridan, Jared (Courtney) Barrow, Justin Bevins, Christopher Bevins and David ...
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Rita Marie Cestaric
June 9, 1954 - November 23, 2017
Rita Cestaric, age 63, of Chicago. Beloved wife of Steve Regal for 38 years. Loving mother of Stephen Regal and Andrew (Shizuka) Regal. Rita worked for the EPA for many years as a chemical engineer. She cherished her family and friends, and was devoted to her profession.Visitation Tuesday, 3-8 PM, at Drake and Son Funeral Home, 5303 N Western Ave, Chicago. Interment will take place at a...
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Julius Takacs
November 12, 1950 - November 22, 2017
Julius Takacs, 67, passed away on November 22, 2017; his beloved wife of 22 years, Mariana nee Rosenbaum was by his side, as was the rest of his family. He also leaves behind his caring sister Gizella (Gene) Opperman and his fond nephews Justin, Daniel and Michael. He is preceded in death by his parents Julius and Gizella Takacs. As a teacher he touched the lives of countless students. He was an...
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Christine M. Beale
January 12, 1972 - November 11, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Manuel Brito
July 2, 1944 - November 11, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Eric Von Brent
April 30, 1962 - November 8, 2017
Eric Von Brent was born April 30, 1962 to parents Charles and Joyce Brent. Born with a drawing pencil in his hand, he would learn to perfect his art. As a child Eric was baptized at Holy Angels church.In 1977 Eric attended Tilden High School, until he pursued his passion, joining the U S Army. He traveled the world, learned the trade of welding and served his country proud...
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Marjorie C. Eng
May 16, 1923 - November 8, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Deborah Anne DUNNE
December 30, 1950 - November 6, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Ethel Dean Nambu
November 7, 1928 - November 4, 2017
A much loved daughter, sister, wife, mother and grandmother, ETHEL DEAN NAMBU was born to Haymaker and Jennie Hall Estill on November 7, 1928 in a farmhouse near Armstrong, Missouri. Ethel has one younger brother, Wendell Hall Estill. Ethel finished her studies at William Jewell College in Missouri and then Northern Baptist Seminary in Chicago, where she met her husband Masaru Nambu. In Chicago,...
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Stella H. Armour
October 10, 1924 - October 16, 2017
Stella Armour, 93, passed away quietly at home on October 16, 2017. She goes now to join her beloved husband, William Frederick Armour. She leaves behind her three adoring children, Diane, Frederick and Yvonne Armour. She was a loving grandmother of four grandchildren and many great-grandchildren. She was an avid painter and painter as well as a devout Catholic. Visitation will be held Sunday,...
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Mark Richard Nagy
August 9, 1974 - October 15, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Morton M. Millman
October 9, 1928 - October 15, 2017
Morton M. Millman, M.D., age 89, passed away October 15, 2017 surrounded by family. He leaves behind his loving wife of 31 years, Ann Kinnealey Millman. His adoring daughter Heidi (Jeffrey) Millman Jacobson and his sister Ilene Goldstein of Scottsdale, AZ. He was a beloved uncle to Julie (Michael) Levy, Michael (Kelly) Silver, Tamara Barrat, and Mark (Sue) Silver. He was previously married to...
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Justina Zacher
September 26, 1927 - October 14, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Eugenia A. Noche
June 2, 1917 - October 12, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Dragica Vinka Radic
March 27, 1923 - October 11, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Donald J. Michael
November 3, 1939 - October 9, 2017
Donald J. Michael, age 77 of Northbrook, formerly of Chicago, died October 9, 2017. Beloved husband of Nona. Loving father of Eric (Ruth) and Lorin (Donna). Dear Grandpa of Adam, Emily, Zachary, Aaron, and Paige. Survived by his brother Clint (Mary) and sister-in-law Val, and preceded in death by siblings Marilyn and Bruce. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday 3-8 PM at Drake...
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Steven Joseph Janka
January 11, 1950 - October 8, 2017
Retired CPD officer Steve J. Janka, 67, lost his battle with cancer on October 8, 2017. He leaves behind his beloved partner Linda Gonzales of 32 years. He will be missed by his adoring daughter Christina (Kevin) Wagenknecht, his granddaughters Catherine and Heather, his loving brother Mike Janka, as well as his furry children Frosty and Sandy. He graduated Taft High School in 1968 and attended...
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Marcine K. Rember
April 5, 1938 - October 6, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Martha G. Uribe
April 27, 1955 - October 6, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Judy Joann Ledger
March 7, 1930 - October 1, 2017
Judy Joann Ledger nee King, 87, beloved wife of the late Joseph Earl Ledger; loving mother of Kathy (the late Ray) Schmidt, Judy Lynn, Laurie (Steve) Cannizzo and Maureen. Loving daughter of the late Peter and Genevieve King. Cherished sister of the late John and Marilyn King, Mary Ellen (Larry) Chapman. Beloved sister in law of Lorraine (Hank) Drummond. Great aunt of many nieces and nephews....
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Bernice Darmody
June 22, 1932 - September 27, 2017
DARMODY, Bernice, nee Landros, of Chicago passed away Wednesday. She was a loving wife to the late John; loving daughter to the late Peter & Nellie; beloved sister to the late Lottie Sheppard & the late Lillian Jeromin; cherished aunt to Nancy, Robert, Jim, John & Marynell. Visitation is Friday at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60625 from 5:00 pm to...
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Juan M. Tobar
September 11, 1933 - September 27, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Mildred Beatrice Delahunty
March 14, 1932 - September 26, 2017
Delahunty, Mildred B., 85 of Chicago, Il passed on September 26, 2017. Loving wife for 63 years of G. Thomas Delahunty, daughter of the late Aloys and Beatrice (Kubal) Schlosser. In addition to her husband, she is survived by her children Patricia (Steven) Bookless of NH, Teresa Delahunty (Chris Alders) of the United Kingdom, Eileen (Steven) Frolo of NY, Margaret (John) Farrell of NY, Susan ...
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Sebastian V. Villa
January 24, 1940 - September 25, 2017
Dr. Sebastian V. Villa, 77, died at 9:06 am, Monday, September 25, 2017, at Advocate Condell Medical Center in Libertyville after 5 weeks of hospitalization due to cardiac complications.Sebastian (also known as Bating to friends and family and Dodoy to family in the Philippines) was born on January 24, 1940, in Jamindan, Capiz Philippines. He is survived by his wife Victorina; his daughter Jean ...
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Joseph J. Baker,
February 25, 1941 - September 21, 2017
Baker, Jr., Joseph J., age 76, loving son of the late Joseph J. Baker, Sr. and the late Jane M. Baker, nee Collins; fond cousin and friend to many, passed away in Chicago on Thursday, September 21, 2017. He has educated many students in a distinguished teaching career at Queen of the Rosary School in Elk Grove Village, Illinois (1963-1977) and in the Wilmette/Glenview schools of Avoca School...
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Ruth Martin
December 21, 1919 - September 20, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.Funeral services will be held September 25th at 11 AM at First Saint Paul's Lutheran Church, 1301 N La Salle Dr, Chicago. Interment Private.For funeral information 773-561-6874 or drakeandsonfuneralhome.com
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Arif NIKOVIC
April 15, 1950 - September 16, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Ryan Shen Li
September 7, 2017 - September 14, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Paul L. Tasch
August 15, 1924 - September 8, 2017
Paul L. Tasch Sr., 93, retired Commander CPD, of Chicago, September 8, 2017. Beloved husband of 71 years to the late Julia E. Tasch. Loving and cherished father of Cassandra Tamburrino, Retired Captain CPD Paul L. (Lynn) Tasch Jr, and Terrie (Tom Magerl) Tasch-Sensing. Father in law of the late John Tamburrino, and the late Fred S. Sensing Jr. Grandfather of 7, and great grandfather of 8. ...
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Martin John Lingner
February 20, 1929 - September 3, 2017
Martin J. LingnerFebruary 20, 1929 - September 3, 2017Martin Lingner, age 88, of Chicago, Illinois passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 3rd. He was a devoted husband, a loving father and a caring brother, uncle and friend. He lived and worked in Chicago, but spent the summer months with his Family at their home in Wisconsin on Powers Lake where he lived out his remaining days after the...
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Martin D. Harnett
May 2, 1937 - August 29, 2017
Martin D. Harnett Sr., 80, entered Heaven on August 29, 2017, after along battle with cancer; he was surrounded by his beloved family. He is survived by his loving wife of 56 years, Nancy Harnett. He leaves behind his adoring children Jack Harnett, Catherine Ann Henry, Martin D. Harnett Jr., Nancy (Scott) Lizak, and David (Juana) Harnett. He was grandfather to sixteen grandchildren and four great...
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James S. Tonkinson
May 18, 1934 - August 28, 2017
James S. Tonkinson of Chicago, Illinois passed from this life on August 28th, 2017 at the age of 83. He was surrounded with love by his immediate family as he made his peaceful transition into the hands of God. James, the sixth child and second son of Irene Tonkinson (nee) Stewart and Edward Tonkinson was born May 18, 1934 in Elmwood Park, Il. He had seven siblings, Mae, Jack, Myrle, Betty,...
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John David Slankard
December 17, 1949 - August 21, 2017
John D. Slankard passed away on August 21, 2017. John's kindness, love of life and quiet strength touched the lives of everyone who met him. He truly made the world a better place. He is survived by his loving wife Barb and sister Linda (Slankard) and is a cherished uncle to seven nieces and nephews. A celebration of John's life will be held on Saturday, September 16 at La Sardine,...
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Linda Valerie Watry
May 29, 1947 - August 18, 2017
Linda Valerie Watry McCune of Chicago went to heaven on August 18th, 2017 at the age of 70. Linda is survived by her daughter Jennifer (George) and her grandsons Jack, Ryan, and Brad of Oconomowoc, Wisconsin. She is preceded in death by her husband of 11 years, James L. McCune, and her parents Fred and Dorothea Illmann. Linda was born in Chicago on May 29th, 1947. She graduated from...
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Marliss E. Chatham
December 14, 1937 - August 17, 2017
Marliss Elaine Chatham, 79, was welcomed home to Heaven on August 17th, 2017 from Swedish Covenant Hospital in Chicago, IL. Her sincere faith in Jesus Christ gave her peace beyond human comprehension. Throughout the duration of her battle with leukemia, this divine peace was evident in that her spirit was never despondent. She kept her attitude positive and even managed to maintain her sense of...
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Perla F. Jagonase
April 28, 1937 - August 12, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Barbara Ann Zak
March 19, 1937 - August 9, 2017
Zak, Barbara AnnBarbara Ann Zak nee Owens, 80, August 9, 2017, of Skokie. Beloved wife of the late Peter Zak, cherished mother of Kevin (Kay) Overpack, Lynn Overpack and Carla Hayes; fond and loving grandmother of Colleen (Marcus) Lyles, Sean, Peter and Michael Gaffney, Thomas (Sandra Garcia), Matthew and Kaitlyn Overpack, Nicholas and Connor Hayes, and the late Christopher Gaffney; dear great...
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Rose L. Guttman
June 5, 1918 - August 7, 2017
Rose L. GuttmanJune 5, 1918 - August 7, 2017 Rose L Guttman passed away peacefully at the age of 99. She was indeed an individual:independent, determined and most generous to those in need. She had a passion for entertaining family and friends, as well as playing poker. She enthusiastically continued doing both well into her nineties. Although she had no children, she will be remembered fondly by...
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Carol Cecilia Norton
May 13, 1925 - August 7, 2017
Carol Cecelia Norton, 92, died at her home in Chicago on August 7, 2017 in the presence of her family; born in Cleveland, Ohio to Avery Byron and Cecilia Charpie; she endured the depression as a child in North Royalton, Ohio; earned her Modern Language Diploma with membership in the National Honor Society from Cleveland Heights High School in 1943; and studied at the New York School of Modern...
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William E. Olson
April 25, 1933 - August 3, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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James Ruben Brunsell
April 12, 1927 - August 3, 2017
James Ruben Brunsell, 90, of Chicago, August 3, 2017. Beloved husband of Gunnel, nee Franzon. James formerly worked at NBC. Memorial Service Saturday, August 19, 2017, 11:00 am at North Park Covenant Church, 5250 N. Christiana Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60625. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the church. Interment Private. Information, please call 773-561-6874.
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Jair Molina
March 7, 1995 - August 1, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Oskar Franz
July 16, 1936 - July 29, 2017
Oskar Franz, 81, entered into eternal life on July 29, 2017. Oskar is survived by his loving wife Claudia Franz nee Langebartels, his adoring son Carl Franz, his sisters Elfriede Piehl nee Franz, and grandsons Alexander and Duncan Franz. He is preceded in death by his daughter, Julie Franz and brother, Julius Franz. He is a beloved Godfather to six and Uncle to many nieces and nephews....
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Emma Jo Lawson
June 12, 1941 - July 26, 2017
LAWSON, Emma Jo, 76 of Jellico, Tennessee, passed away on July 26. Loving daughter to the late Isham Lawson and the late Jency Lee; beloved mother to Patricia (Peter) Saltouros,Timothy Hicks and Brenda (David Martin) Hicks; cherished grandmother to Tammy (Robert ) Wells, John (Jennifer) Saltouros, Jennifer (Gregory) Vice, Samantha (Mitch) Denman, Michael Martin and Michelle Martin; adoring great...
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Louis Alberto Gutierrez
June 8, 1956 - July 19, 2017
Louis (Luìs) Alberto Gutierrez, 61 of Chicago. Passed away unexpectedly due to a severe heart infection, and other complications. The Lord took him home on July 19th, 2017, he was surrounded by his family. He is survived by his four daughters, Emma, Sylvia, Elvia, Louisa, and eleven grandchildren; Anthony, Jimmy, Alysia, Daisy, Angelina, William Jr.,Joseph, Isabella, Travis, Abby, Ruby. And...
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Leone Nelson O'Roark
September 30, 1915 - July 19, 2017
Leone Nelson O'Roark, 101, of Glenview, formerly of Skokie, Illinois, July 19, 2017. Wife of the late Granville. Loving mother of Robert L. (Phyllis) O'Roark, Michael C. (Kristi) O'Roark, and the late Joseph L. O'Roark. Mother-in- law of Karen O'Roark. Grandmother of Joey (Krystal), Jacelyn, Bob, Heather, Michael, Christopher, Daniel, and Courtney. Great Grandmother...
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Patricia Margaret Ritchie
February 14, 1930 - July 16, 2017
RITCHIE, Patricia Margaret, 87, passed away Sunday. She was a loving wife of 26 yrs to William D. Ritchie, Sr. Beloved mother to the late William D. Jr., Jacqueline, Deborah (Richard), Patricia, Colleen & Susan; cherished grandmother to Jennifer, Brian, Jessica, Julie, Philip, Sean, Christopher, Daniel, Kelsey, Zachary, Jacob, Brenna & Traci; adoring great grandmother of 8; beloved sister...
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Irene C. Simich
July 4, 1924 - July 15, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Barbara Kyoko Mizushima
October 9, 1931 - July 15, 2017
Mizushima, Barbara Kyoko, nee Nishimura, 85, beloved wife of the late Raymond B. Mizushima. Loving mother of Cheryl (Dominic Puleo), Craig (Nina) and Marcia (Frank) Shuminas; cherished grandmother of Lauren (George), Eiko Elise, Steven, Kristin, Ezra and Eli; great-grandmother to Isabel; beloved sister to Ellen Jane (the late Koichi) Murakami and Andrew (Aileen) Nishimura. Memorial visitation...
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Delia Torres-Fernald
June 18, 1936 - July 14, 2017
Dr. Delia Torres Fernald, DDS passed away peacefully at her home on July 14th, 2017. Born in Peru, South America to Eugenio Torres and Catalina Fernald. Received Doctorate of Dental Surgery from National University of San Marcos School of Dentistry in Lima, Peru. Former department head of Oral Surgery and Dental Clinic in the Hospital of Sullana in Peru. Former member of many years of the...
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James Baier
March 18, 1928 - July 9, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Jose L. Abogado
November 9, 1940 - July 8, 2017
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Joseph Ignacio Diaz
April 13, 1949 - July 2, 2017
Shout for joy to the Lord, all the earth. Worship the Lord with gladness; come before him with joyful songs.Know that the Lord is God. It is he who made us, and we are his; we are his people, the sheep of his pasture. Enter his gates with thanksgiving and his courts with praise; give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his...
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Sheila Taaffe Reynolds
December 11, 1921 - June 29, 2017
REYNOLDS, Sheila TaaffeSheila Taaffe Reynolds, age 95. Born in Chicago in 1921 to Joseph and Marie Higgins Taaffe. Died peacefully in her home of 45 years in Chicago on June 29, 2017. This remarkable woman was the mother of 12, grandmother of 19 and great-grandmother of 12. Beloved wife of the late Paul G. Reynolds. Dearest mother of Paul G. (Trish) Reynolds, Jr., Shaun (Suzanne),...
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Iluminada Lopez Sambo
November 29, 1931 - June 25, 2017
Mrs. Iluminada L. Sambo, "Aida", died in the early morning hours of Monday, June 25, 2017. She was under homecare for rehabilitation for recurrent falls. She fainted Saturday morning of June 24. She was weak and had trouble eating. We called 911 Fire Station because she was under homecare and they know her and took her immediately for tests at St. Francis Hospital in Evanston. She was...
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Wai Fun Cheng
May 1, 1921 - June 24, 2017
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Abelardo Santos Cuyugan
August 20, 1945 - June 22, 2017
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Frank Vivo
February 26, 1932 - June 19, 2017
Frank Vivo, 85, was born into life in Naples, Italy on February 26, 1932, and born into eternity on June 19, 2017; Beloved Husband of Raffaella; Loving Father of Rosaria (Steven) Owen, and Joseph (Mariellyn) Vivo; Adoring Grandfather of Andrew Owen, Alexandra Owen, Michael Vivo, and Matthew Vivo; Dear Brother of Vincenza Russo, Sam Vivo, the late Anna (Joseph) Benvenuto, Eugene Vivo, and Alberto ...
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Brett Patrick Conway
November 22, 1969 - June 18, 2017
Brett Patrick Conway, age 47, passed away at his home in Chicago on Saturday, June 18. He was born November 22, 1969 in Madison, WI to Stephen (Pat) Conway and Alma (Bonack) Conway. He was a 1988 graduate of Three Lakes High School, Three Lakes, WI. He attended the University of Wisconsin, Madison as an undergrad and went on to medical school at the same university. He graduated with an MD in...
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Marcia Lee Fredrickson
December 22, 1953 - June 17, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Lupe M. Tirado
December 24, 1945 - June 16, 2017
Lupe M. Tirado, nee Chico age 71 of Chicago was born into life in Ecuador on December 24, 1945 and born into eternity in Chicago on June 16, 2017; most loving wife to the late Jose H. Tirado; loving mother to Alexis Tirado, Geovany Tirado, Dennis Tirado and Shirley Tirado (husband Juan Villa); loving sister to Alberto Chico Mantilla and the late Luis Armando Chico Mantilla (wife Francisca...
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