Our Obituaries
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 Cecelia 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
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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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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Andrez Ruiz Andonaegui
May 31, 1975 - June 12, 2017
Through Your Eyes - A Testament to Your LifeAs your mother, on e of the most difficult challenges in my life will be to accept your departure.. For 42 years you have been a constant in our lives. Most especially, your brother, Arturo; sister, Lydia; and myself. I feel that our closeness grew deeper this past year. We faced many challenges but we were both looking forward to moving to...
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Rita R. Baur
May 20, 1924 - June 10, 2017
Rita R Baur nee Simmons passed away peacefully, surrounded by her family, in her Chicago home on June 10, 2017 at the age of 93. Rita is survived by her daughter Susan Baur Mitrovich, her son-in-law Harry Mitrovich, her grandchildren Ashley Majerowicz & Hunter Mitrovich, and many nieces & nephews. She is preceded in death by her husband Norman F. Baur, sister Mary Lu Hoffmann, and...
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Dam Tan Phan
April 14, 1935 - June 9, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Betty Jane Moody
May 30, 1930 - June 6, 2017
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Hugo A. Peña
January 11, 1951 - June 1, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Gary Crites Burget
April 20, 1941 - May 31, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Azucena Santos Rivera
June 20, 1941 - May 29, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Maria Nieves Hernandez
August 5, 1922 - May 29, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Susie Narvaez
September 11, 1966 - May 28, 2017
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Teresita G. VALDEZ
May 28, 1947 - May 27, 2017
Teresita Gapasin Valdez passed away peacefully with her family at her side Saturday May 27, 2017. Teresita was a selfless woman who put others before herself. She was the first to help in any situation near or far. We were blessed to learn many valuable lessons from her. Hold her close as we do in your mind and heart. Teresita was the youngest girl of 11 children. Married to the late Gregorio T...
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Julia E. Tasch
December 2, 1926 - May 24, 2017
Julia E. Tasch, nee Talles, 90, of Chicago, May 24, 2017. Beloved wife of 71 years to Paul L. Tasch Sr. , retired Police Commander CPD. Loving and cherished mother of Cassandra Tamburrino, Paul L. (Lynn) Tasch Jr, and Terrie (Tom Magerl) Tasch-Sensing. Mother in law of the late John Tamburrino, and Fred S. Sensing Jr. Grandmother of 7, and great grandmother of 7. Sister of the late Mitzl Vogel,...
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Robert J. Nelson
December 2, 1926 - May 19, 2017
Nelson, Robert J., 90 of Chicago passed away Friday. He was a loving husband to the late Betty; loving father to Patricia (Bill) Lanoie, the late James F., the late John M. and Thomas R. (Sarah); cherished grandfather to Jennifer, Robert (Alison) and Christopher; adoring uncle to four nieces and multiple grandnieces and grandnephews. Visitation is Wednesday from 4 pm to 8 pm at Drake & Son...
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Ricardo E. Forero
October 26, 1936 - May 16, 2017
Forero, Ricardo E., 80, Army Veteran of Chicago, passed away Tuesday. He was a loving husband to Rebecca; Beloved son of Ana Forero-Gomez and Eugenio Forero; Beloved brother of Teresa Bustamante-Forero and Eugenio Forero-Gómez; Beloved father of Monica, Diana and Suad Forero; Beloved grandfather of Toni, Gia, Dylan, Lorenzo & Nikki. Visitation is Monday at Drake & Son Funeral Home...
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Robert N. Bacon
May 2, 1946 - May 15, 2017
Robert Neil Bacon, born May 2, 1946, made his transition to his heavenly home on Monday, May 15, 2017. Robert, affectionately known as Bob, had a sweet gentle spirit, quick wit, and was an exceptional poet. He will be remembered for being a God-fearing man whose love, kindness, poems and ministry to those in need impacted many. His thoughtful ways were shown through actions of sincere faith as...
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Catherine DANDURAND
January 23, 1920 - May 11, 2017
Dandurand, Catherine, 97 of Chicago passed away Thursday at home. She was a loving wife to the late Adrian; cherished mother to Helene (the late Carl) Patten; grandmother to Cheryl Jones; great grandmother of 4. Loving sister to Nicholas Mutschinszky, Jr; preceded in death by her parents Nicholas Mutchinszky and Helen Maracek and her brother Joseph. Lie in state at St. Matthias Church, 2310 W....
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Robert A. Delisi
September 15, 1941 - May 10, 2017
Robert A. Delisi, 75, of Chicago, May 10, 2017. Husband of the late Helen, née Laubner. Loving step father of Antoinette M. Campbell, and Michael C. (Joan E.) Molesky. Son of the late Sally and August Delisi. Brother of the late Toni (Joe) Lang, and Ronald Delisi. Loved by many nieces and nephews and friends. Visitation Thursday, May 18, 2017, 10:00 am to time of mass, 11:00 am at St....
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Marie Eugenie Franck
May 27, 1926 - May 9, 2017
Marie Eugenie Franck was born the oldest of six siblings in Port-au-Prince, Haiti of Lieutenant Jerome Georges Franck and Eugenia Sterling on May 27, 1926. She was a daughter, sister, mother and grandmother who loved her family. Marie Eugenie Franck?is preceded in death by her parents; her brother, Joseph Farnes Antoine Franck; sisters, Marie Marthe Antonine Franck and Claudette Franck. She?is...
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Patricia Pearl Frendreis
April 28, 1928 - April 29, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Cristina Ramiscal
July 24, 1921 - April 27, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Lorraine C. Morgan
September 24, 1934 - April 25, 2017
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Mae Sunday Calabrese
November 6, 1924 - April 25, 2017
Mae Calabrese, age 92. Beloved wife of the late James Calabrese. Cherished mother of Laurene (Richard F. Evans) Calabrese. Loving grandmother of Jessica (D. Michael) Prushnok, Nicolas (Shae) Brito, Marta Jean Evans Wilson and Connor Evans. Dear great-grandmother of Josephina Loren Prushnok. Dear sister of Rose (the late Louis ) Feid and the late Samuel Marsala. Mae was the aunt of Gene...
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Gregorio Q. Nachor
November 17, 1939 - April 24, 2017
Gregorio Nachor, 78, of Chicago, IL, died April 24, 2017, at Lutheran General Hospital. Mr. Nachor was born November 17, in the Philippines. He was born and raised in Sta. Maria, Pangasinan. Greg's life was evolved in his work, family, and socializing with friends. He loves to cook his favorite delicious Pangasinan delicacies. His favorite sport team is the Chicago Cubs. He enjoyed...
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Waldy Saintil
December 21, 1967 - April 23, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Raquel Salazar
February 3, 1929 - April 23, 2017
Raquel Salazar was born February 3, 1929 in Quito, Ecuador. She married Alberto Salazar on 11/20/1950 and had three children. She came to America on July 5th, 1965 and became a citizen on July 4th, 1976. Her greatest joy in life were her children, grandchildren and great grandchildren. Raquel is survived by her beloved husband Alberto, her daughter Beatriz (William) Hayakawa, Franklin (Diane)...
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Sum K. Wan
November 21, 1947 - April 22, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Mary Hodap
March 20, 1941 - April 21, 2017
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Betty Ellen McCartney
August 6, 1945 - April 21, 2017
McCartney, Betty, 71, of Chicago passed away April 21. She was a loving wife to the late John Steven; loving mother to Cynthia Steven (Carlos Robles); cherished sister to Tom Harman (the late Diane); fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Betty was a system sales specialist for S & C Electric company for 45 years. Memorial visitation Monday, May 1, 2017, 4pm to 8pm at Drake & Son Funeral...
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Maja Cus Vukovic
July 7, 1921 - April 19, 2017
Vukovic, Maja nee Cus, 95 of Croatia, Professional violinist, passed away Wednesday. Loving wife to the late Boris Vukovic; preceded in death by parents Yelena and Petar; preceded in death by siblings Ana and Franja; she is survived by grandniece Lidija from Belgrade & Croatia; survived by many nieces & nephews in Europe; loving cousin to Judy (Tom) Fus and her family; cousin to John ...
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Thomas William Heider
July 13, 1949 - April 16, 2017
Thomas W. Heider, 67, of Chicago, April 16, 2017. Beloved husband of Susan. Loving father of Tracy Heider, and Hollie (Adam) Wlodarski. Cherished grandfather of Hazel Wlodarski. Son of the late Anna and Joseph Heider. Dear brother of Mary Ellen Kulczak. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, April 20, 2017, 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N....
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Johnnie M. Thompson
December 15, 1946 - April 15, 2017
Johnnie Mae Thompson, 70, of Chicago, Illinois was born on December 15, 1946 to the late Maebelle and John Caffey. Both parents and one sister preceded her in death. After graduating from Calhoun County Training School in Anniston, Alabama, she attended classes at Kennedy King College and received real estate training at Truman College. Johnnie and her then husband, WiIllie Marvin Thompson...
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Meredith Leverone
May 4, 1927 - April 11, 2017
Meredith Leverone, 89, of Chicago, April 11, 2017. Daughter of the late Martha and Nathaniel Leverone. Services and Interment Private.
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Maria S. Guzman
April 10, 1921 - April 11, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Emily Jonas Hill
March 2, 1927 - March 31, 2017
Emily Jonas Hill - ObituaryEmily Hill died March 31, 2017, at the age of 90, after a massive stroke, with her family at her side. She was born on March 2, 1927, in Chicago, Illinois to Hungarian immigrant parents, Drs. Emil Jonas and Renee Lovas. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree (1949) and Master of Arts degree (1952) in theater and communications from Northwestern University. In a...
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Daniel John Banaszek
April 29, 1948 - March 29, 2017
Chicago - Daniel John Banaszek, 68, died Wednesday, March 29, 2017. Dan was born on April 29, 1948 to Edward and Adeline (Wanda) Banaszek. He attended St. Eulalia, St. Joseph High School, and Christian Brothers College (Memphis, TN) where he obtained his bachelor's degree in civil engineering. Most recently, Dan led the environmental section of an international engineering firm as a Senior VP. He...
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Khanh Tran
August 25, 1930 - March 29, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Jose Cardenas DeCastro
February 14, 1935 - March 26, 2017
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Daniel Trnoska
July 16, 1932 - March 22, 2017
TRNOSKA, Daniel 84, of Chicago passed away peacefully on March 22, 2017. He was the loving husband of Ida Trnoska, née Stolarsky; beloved dad of Lisa (Andrew) Davidson; cherished grandpa of Alec and Amanda Davidson; fond brother of the late Florence Hardin and uncle of numerous nieces and nephews to honor his memory. He served proudly in the United States Air Force during the Korean...
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Efren Custodio Farrales
May 13, 1943 - March 21, 2017
Efren C. Custodio 73, of Chicago, beloved husband of Ninita Farrales nee Benesa; adored father of Kristin (Ray) Distor, Ruth (Doug) Lindberg and Rachel (Wynand) Van Heerden; treasured papa of Brandon Distor, Maddie and James Lindberg and Alexander Van Heerden; loyal brother of Carmen and fun uncle to many. His love will always live on, in the hearts of his family and friends. Arrangements under...
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Olivanna Mattozzi
May 20, 1927 - March 19, 2017
Olivanna Jeffery Mattozzi, 89, passed away on March 19, 2017; beloved mother of Carmine (Dawn), Emma Oslac, and Mark Mattozzi; adoring grandmother of Carmine A. (Gina), Jordanna, and Francesca; dear daughter of the late Anthony & Rose Jeffery; loving sister of the late Tony and Carlo Jeffrey; caring aunt of Tony (Julie), Carissa, Frank Sr. (Donna), Frank Jr. and Anthony (Rosie); fond friend...
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Colleen Joan Claffey
December 10, 1963 - March 18, 2017
Colleen J. Claffey (nee Davern). Age 53 of Chicago. Beloved wife of Michael Claffey. Adoring mother of Thomas (Tommy) Claffey. Cherished daughter of of the late James (CPD) and Caroline Davern. Dear sister of Albert Davern, James (Deborah) Davern, Kelly (Thomas CPD) Torres, Stephen (Heather) Davern, Angelique (Jack) Byrnes and Monique, CPD (Pete Douvalakis) Giannoni. Dear sister-in-law of...
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You Bang Lin
November 25, 1935 - March 13, 2017
You Bang Lin, age 81, of Chicago, was born in China. He is the beloved husband of Yuet-Sum Lum.
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John H. Steven
February 28, 1935 - March 12, 2017
Steven, John H. 82, of Chicago passed away with his family's love surrounding him on March 12, 2017. Devoted husband of Betty McCartney; loving father of Cynthia Steven (Carlos Robles); beloved brother of Richard Steven and cherished uncle to numerous nieces and nephews. He was a proud paratrooper in the British Armed Forces. Visitation Saturday, March 18th 3:00pm-8:00pm, with Funeral...
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Fridolf Carl Pearson
April 27, 1930 - March 6, 2017
Fridolf Carl Pearson, 86, of Chicago, March 6, 2017. Brother of Ruthmarie (Phil) Anderson, and the late Elfrida Baran, and Naomi Pearson. Son of the late Clara and Fridolf Pearson. Uncle of Anne Taubensee, Denise Baran, Phyllis Bongard, Beverly Ness, Greg and Mark Baran, and Charles Anderson. Visitation Friday, March 17, 2017, 12:00 pm noon to time of service 1:00 pm at Edgebrook Covenant...
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Amado Monedo Brosas
September 13, 1950 - March 6, 2017
Amado Monedo Brosas, age 66, was born into life in Liliw, Laguna, Philippines on September 13, 1950 and born into eternity on March 6, 2017, surrounded by his loving family. Amado is the beloved husband of the late Virginia G. Brosas; most loving father of Donvi (Julie) Brosas, Donnavi Brosas, and Dianne Brosas; adoring grandfather of Joriz Niño, Caitlin Jade, Chloe Sophia, and David James;...
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Mary Ming
July 22, 1936 - March 5, 2017
Mary Ming, 80, of Chicago, passed away March 5, 2017. She was born on July 22, 1936, in Latvia. Beloved wife of Mathias "MAT" Ming. Loving mother of David (Laura) Ming. Fond grandmother of Logan and step-grandmother of Kevin. Sister of the late William Smeilis. Sister in law of Kathy Smeilis. Aunt to many nieces and nephews. Visitation Thursday, March 9, 2017, from 4:00 pm to 9:00...
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John W. Hoeflich
November 19, 1930 - March 4, 2017
Hoeflich, John William 86, of East Dundee, IL. Formerly of Mountain Home, AR, Woodstock and Chicago IL. Devoted husband of the late Perrue and the late Donna. Loving companion and sweetheart of Janet Zaballa; faithful father of Jeanette (John) Sheehan, John (Sue), Jim (Chris), Jeff (Chris), Jack (Cathy), and Joe (Debby) Hoeflich; treasured grandfather of 13 and great grandfather of three;...
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Virginia E. Barlow
June 9, 1928 - March 3, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL. Please send memorials/donations to the Little Sisters of the Poor in Chicago. Thank you.
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Eleanor H. SMITH
September 16, 1930 - March 3, 2017
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Esther R. Arreguin
April 19, 1927 - February 27, 2017
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Theresa LoBianco Bellavia
November 3, 1919 - February 26, 2017
Theresa Bellavia Nee LoBianco 97, of Chicago passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 26th. She was the beloved wife of the late Rocco Bellavia, adored mother of Kenneth J (Nadine) Bellavia; cherished grandmother of Michael, James, Nicholas and Jack Bellavia; fond sister of Joseph (Sarah) LoBianco, and aunt to numerous nieces and nephews that will all treasure her beloved memory. Theresa was...
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Marion Kathryn Sullivan
August 27, 1940 - February 22, 2017
Sullivan, Marion K. nee King 76 of Chicago, passed away on February 22nd with her family's love surrounding her. She was the beloved wife of the late Coleman Robert Sullivan "Bob"; cherished mother to Virginia Lantz and William (Julie) Sullivan; loving grandmother to Sean, Erin and Breanna Sullivan, Robert Burchfield, Marion and Matthew Lantz, Josephine and Andrew Del Gulgiudice and Patricia...
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Florence L. Williams
June 22, 1927 - February 19, 2017
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Nancy Hoskinson McCormick
November 11, 1919 - February 18, 2017
Mrs. Charles Deering McCormick, 97, Philanthropist and Civic Leader Nancy Hoskinson McCormick a prominent philanthropist in the arts and education passed away peacefully at Mercy Hospital in Miami surrounded by her loving family. A resident of Coconut Grove, Florida and Seal Harbor, Maine, she died on the evening of February 18, 2017. She and her late husband, Mr. Charles Deering McCormick, were...
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Janet C. Weitz
July 15, 1947 - February 15, 2017
Janet C. Weitz, 69, of Edgewater, Chicago; was born into life on July 15, 1947, and born into eternity on February 15, 2017, surrounded by her loving family; beloved wife of Barry; loving mother of Sarah (Andrew) Cosslett and Peter (Jennifer) Weitz; adoring grandmother of James, William, and Matthew Cosslett; caring sister of Karen (Gerald) Yunevich, Theresa (John) Parker, Nancy (Joe) Konrad,...
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Lillian Petlak Clements
February 28, 1940 - February 12, 2017
Lillian Petlak Clements, of Chicago, February 12, 2017. Beloved wife of Jack. Aunt of Heather Wallig. Survived by her beloved dog Frankie. Lillian was known for her love of all animals. Memorial Visitation Saturday, February 25, 2017 from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Avenue, Chicago, Illinois, 60625. In lieu of flowers donations may be made to Harmony...
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Andy Schiller
June 4, 1928 - February 3, 2017
Andy Schiller passed away at home on February 3, 2017, after 88 plus years of a truly good life, surrounded by his loving family. Loving husband of the late Margarete; father of Richard, Elizabeth, and the late Anthony Schiller; Opa of Brian, Mathew, Andrew, Vincent, Michael, and Jackson; survived by his sister Kathy and brother Fritz; loving uncle to many nieces and nephews, and friend of too...
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Patrick John Kraeger
June 2, 1958 - January 29, 2017
Patrick John "Pat" Kraeger, 58, died unexpectedly Jan. 29, 2017 after a brief illness. A lifelong Chicagoan, Pat was preceded in death by his mother, Martha. Devoted son to John Kraeger; beloved brother of Pete (Bobbin), Susan Kapche (Jim), Joan Jones (the late Kevin), Mary Getty (Jim) and Barb Hailey (Allen). "Crazy Uncle" to: Michelle Pope and Katy Kraeger; Nick, Pat and Genevieve (Hugo Maurin)...
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Andargie Asfaw
May 27, 1961 - January 28, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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James Lee Hoagland
November 2, 1922 - January 27, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Ghattas Bousheh
February 12, 1956 - January 25, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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Sherry L. Mazzetti
April 27, 1946 - January 21, 2017
Sherry L. Mazzetti, 70, of Brookfield, IL, was born in Chicago, IL in 1946. Sherry is the beloved daughter of the late Bruno and Lois Mazzetti. Sherry was a high school teacher at Taft, Amundsen, Juarez, and various other Chicago Public High Schools.Visitation was Thursday, January 26, 2017, from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM; Interment was Friday, January 27, 2017 at Mounds Cemetery, Cowden, IL.
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Thomas Michael Luebker
September 29, 1944 - January 20, 2017
Thomas "Mike" Luebker, 72, of Chicago; U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran; Beloved Husband of Becky Rosacker; Dear Son of the late William Luebker & Irene nee Flynn; Loving Brother of Ann (Mike) Campa, Rita Tasker, and the late James (Yolanda) Luebker; and Fond Friend of many; Retired CTA Manager of Tech Services; Past Commander of the American Legion Tattler Post #973. Visitation Monday,...
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Mary A. Pecirno
February 28, 1925 - January 20, 2017
Mary A. Pecirno, nee Laza, January 20, 2017. Beloved Wife of Pascal "Pat". Loving mother of Robert (Marta), and Richard (Sandi) Pecirno. Fond grandmother of Sergio, Brian, and Caitlin. Visitation Monday, January 23, 2017, from 4:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Drake & Son Funeral Home, 5303 N. Western Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625. Funeral Tuesday, January 24, 2017 9:15 am from funeral home,...
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Edith Glogowski
February 1, 1923 - January 15, 2017
Edith Flemming Glogowski passed into eternity on Sunday, January 15, 2017. She was born in Lodz, Poland, on February 1, 1923. She was preceded in death by her husband, Peter Glogowski. She is survived by her husband's grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great grandchildren. Services will be held at Drake and Son Funeral Home, 5303 N Western Ave., Chicago, IL 60625. Viewing Fri, Jan...
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Cruz Castro Colón
May 3, 1932 - January 14, 2017
Cruz Castro Colón, born May 3, 1932, made his transition on January 14, 2017 and is survived by his lifelong love Asunción Juanita Martinez Colón, his two sons Felipe and Rey, and his granddaughter Kristiana. Full of humor, generosity, and love, Tito shined a bright light into the lives of all he touched and guides us from his place among the ancestors to be servants to the living....
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Ernest William TURNER
August 17, 1929 - January 13, 2017
Arrangements under the direction of Drake & Son Funeral Home, Chicago, IL.
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William Gregory Goodwin
January 6, 1975 - January 10, 2017
William Gregory Goodwin was called home to God in the early morning hours of January 10th, 2017. Born on January 6th, 1975, Will came into the world just five minutes before his twin brother, Kevin. He was only 2 lbs and 13 ounces. Will learned tenacity right from the beginning. His wonderful spirit and inner strength enabled him to continue to battle a deadly form of Cancer. He never gave up...
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Constantine Magafas
October 18, 1931 - January 8, 2017
Constantine (Gus) Magafas passed away on Monday January 8, 2017. He is survived by his beloved wife Milagros Z. Magafas, Son - George, Sisters - Bessie, Venetia and Angeliki (deceased), Brother- Vasilios, Brother in law - George Dracopoulos, Sister in law - Anastasia Magafas, cousins (Anastos), and many nieces and nephews. He was loved by many and will be greatly missed. Services will be held...
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Elba Cecilia Sanchez
June 15, 1957 - January 7, 2017
Elba Cecilia "Shyla" Sanchez, Chicago, IL, passed away January 7, 2017. She was born in Chicago, IL on June 15, 1957 to Medardo H. and Maria Natalya Sanchez.Shyla is survived by her loving father and siblings Medardo G. (Pamela) Sanchez, Maria Natalya (Eric) Solomon, Edmundo (Colleen) Sanchez and Fabian Maurice (Karen) Sanchez. She was loved by many nieces and nephews: Nicole, Medardo Jr.,...
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Cesar Jose Cardenas
April 20, 1956 - January 7, 2017
Cesar Jose Cardenas, age 60, of Chicago, was born into life in Caracas, Venezuela, on April 20, 1956, and born into eternity surrounded by his loving family on January 7, 2017. Cesar is the beloved husband of Martha Cusba Cardenas; loving father of Alanna (fiancé Luis Martinez) Cardenas, and Gabriel (fiancé Maria A. Fontalvo) Cardenas; dear son of the late Mr. & Mrs. Ana Cointa...
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Jean Mary Schmit
July 5, 1922 - January 6, 2017
Jean Mary Schmit, age 94, of Chicago, passed away peacefully with her loving family by her side on Friday, January 6, 2017. Beloved wife of the late Peter Anthony Schmit; loving mother of Kathleen (Robert) Yaksich, Maureen (the late Terry) Ratajesak, Nancy (Mike) Riley, Jean (Brian Glorioso) Boklewski, Peter (Barb) Schmit and Sue (Tony) Maniscalco; cherished grandmother of 16, proud great...
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Ying Cho
May 11, 1921 - January 5, 2017
CHO, Ying, age 96, of Niles, IL, was born into life in Canton China on May 11, 1921, and born into eternity on January 5, 2017 surrounded by her loving family. Ying is the beloved wife of the late Yook Yng Cho; loving mother of Peter ( Eleanor), Paul (Caitlin), Susan ( George), and Jean ( Albert); adoring grandmother of Adrian (Christy), Kevin, Alex, Sam, Kaylee, Patrick ( Andie), Renee, Robina ...
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