We are remembering Simon Piacente, 50, of Countryside who passed away January 2, 2024. Simon was born on September 29, 1973 to Joseph and Patricia Piacente in Highland Park, Illinois. Simon was an accomplished musician, author, painter, and filmmaker. He also served as lead Tennis Instructor for Western Springs Tennis. Simon is survived by his […]
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Paul Nemecek
Paul Matthew Nemecek, age 89, of La Grange Park (Plymouth Place), formerly of Western Springs (Ridgewood), Riverside, and Berwyn, passed away peacefully on December 28th, with his son at his side. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy (married in 1968; deceased in 2012), loving father of Scott (Elizabeth), and cherished grandfather of Kelly Margaret and […]
Read MoreCarol A. Wessel
Carol A. Wessel, age 70, of LaGrange; beloved wife of Robert Wessel; loving sister of Susan (George) Wyma; pre-deceased by her sister Marian Thomas and her brother James D. Weaver; also pre-deceased by loving parents Benjamin & Violet Weaver; dear aunt of many beloved nieces and nephews; dear sister-in-law of Susan Lindau. A memorial visitation […]
Read MoreAlice Bresnahan
Alice Bresnahan, age 93, of La Grange, passed away peacefully at home in her favorite chair on Christmas morning, Dec. 25, 2023. Alice was a Chicago girl, born and bred in Portage Park on Oct. 1, 1930, during the Depression. The only daughter of four children, she was doted on by her dad, a banker, […]
Read MoreBetty Schillaci
Betty Schillaci (nee Agozzino), age 91, passed away peacefully on December 23rd. Beloved and devoted wife of the late Joseph; loving mother of Joseph (Pamela), the late Anthony, Therese (Mark) LeFevour. Her grandchildren and great grandchildren brought her never ending joy and happiness. […]
Read MoreSusan Carol McGuire
Susan Carol McGuire, age 57, of LaGrange; beloved wife of Martin McGuire; loving mother of Mark, Caitlin, & Ryan; devoted daughter of Rev. Howard O. Fabricius and Beverly Ann (Fouts) Fabricius; dear sister of Karin (Fabricius) John Comastri, Nancy (Fabricius) Frank Springman, Wendy (Fabricius) Kalan/Hohl Scott Hohl and Sarah (Fabricius) Lance Miner; aunt, cousin, & friend […]
Read MoreWilburn E. “Will” Price
Wilburn E. “Will” Price, 94, proud U.S. Korean War Veteran, and a longtime resident of Lyons, passed away on December 27, 2023. Born to Bert and Ellen Price, Will was born on December 5, 1929. Beloved husband of the late Evangeline “Vangie” Price for a wonderful 69 years. Loving father of John (Marilyn) Price and […]
Read MoreJohn S. Greenwood
John S. Greenwood, age 62, of LaGrange; loving son of Maureen & the late Peter Greenwood; dear brother of the late Leslie (Ron) Santilli; proud uncle of RJ Santilli. John’s services will be private. Memorial donations in his name to Toys For Tots (toysfortots.org) are greatly appreciated. Funeral arrangements entrusted to Hallowell & James Funeral […]
Read MoreRichard John Korkos
Richard John Korkos, age 95, of LaGrange; beloved husband of the late Georgeann Korkos; loving father of Deborah (David) Wiechers, Polly (Jay) Thrall, & John (Deidre Keyes) Korkos; proud grandfather of Luke Thrall, Naomi (Mark Cochrane) Thrall, Jeremiah (Stephanie) Thrall, & Adam Thrall; great-grandfather of Vanessa, Finley, Monroe, & Lyla; dear brother of Lola Dorsett; […]
Read MoreBernardo “Bernie” Palos
Bernardo “Bernie” Palos, 63, of Northlake, formerly of Chicago. Beloved husband of Susan (née Chesvick) Palos for a wonderful 38 years. Loving father of Rachel (András) von Aulock, John (Anna) Palos, Joseph (Mary Theresa) Palos, Paul Palos, Maria (Robby) Regalbuto, Jo Ann (Santiago) Cobar Palos, Felicity Palos, Anya Palos and James Palos. Devoted grandfather of […]
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