Obituaries

Jul 25, 2025

Visitation for Jaqueline Canchola Carreño, of Stone Park will be Wednesday, July 30, 2025 from 4 to 8 p.m. Funeral is Thursday 10 am at St. Charles Borromeo Church. Burial at Fairview Memorial Park, Northlake.

Jul 19, 2025

In loving memory of Victor Hugo Archila who passed away on Saturday, July 19, 2025. He left behind his loving wife Vilma Munoz, his two sons Hugo and Aldo Archila, grandchildren Tatiana, Aldo Jr, Christian, Justin and Hugo Jr, along with his great-grandchildren Julea, Aiden, Marion Jr, Lanie and Zander.

Visitation will be held at Northlake Funeral...

Jul 18, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Mother Elsa Leonardo who peacefully left us at the age of 100 and 2 ½ months.  Our mother was a loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend who was known for her love to God and people.

She was born and raised in Guatemala and...

Jul 10, 2025

August 29th, 1949 – July 10th, 2025

Mildred Ruth Cummings, age 75, passed away at her home on July 10th, 2025. She was born on August 29th, 1949, in Chicago, IL.

"Millie" as she was affectionately known, was a beloved daughter of her late parents, George and Josephine; and a cherished sibling of Ruth and...

Jul 7, 2025

Z głębokim smutkiem zawiadamiamy, że 7 Lipca 2025 roku odszedł od nas Andrzej Pawlak, ukochany mąż Danuty; brat Roży i Bogdana; kochajacy ojciec Mariusza, Anny i Jacka oraz kochajacy dziadek Greya. Ostatnie pożegnanie i modlitwa odbędą się w sobotę, 12 Lipca 2025 roku, w Northlake Funeral Home, 140 E. North Ave w Northlake od 1 PM do 5 PM....

Jul 3, 2025

Bobbie Johnson, 88, longtime resident of Melrose Park, died July 3, 2025. She is survived by her children, Ricky, Rebecca Baldwin, Johnna (Kalvin) Chambers and Cheryl (Gerry) Levy; grandchildren, Markus and Michael (Jess) Chambers, Lindsey(Alex) Trotter and Jared Levy; great-grandchildren, Skyler, Cooper, Parker Trotter and Jack Chambers. Bobbie is preceded in death by her husband, Eugene who died June...

Jul 1, 2025

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Ana Mirian Rodriguez (née Alfonso), age 85, passed away peacefully on July 1, 2025 in Naperville, Illinois.

Born on September 7, 1939 in Cayo Mambí, Cuba, Ana Mirian was the daughter of Luis and Esperanza Alfonso. From a young age, she embraced the role of a devoted older sister and carried that...

Jun 15, 2025

Kristine (Tina) Mary Ellison (nee Wendt), age 75, a resident of Northlake, Illinois for over 40 years passed away June 15, 2025. She was born June 3, 1950 In Chicago, Illinois to the late Robert and Dorothy (nee Nelson) Wendt. If you knew Tina, you couldn't help but love her for her gentleness and kindness. She was also one...

Jun 13, 2025

Alletia Marie Engwall (nee Speer), age 48, of Elgin, Illinois passed away June 13, 2025. Beloved mother of Alexander Engwall. Loving daughter of Walter (Carol) Speer and Mary Brestan. Dear sister of Chris Speer, Erica (Ronald) Mcafee, and Brian (Nicky Hughes) Speer. Proud aunt of Jesse Mcafee and Athena Zamfoti. Fond step-sister and cousin to many.

Alletia...

Jun 8, 2025

Carol Engstrom McCollum, age 89, a resident of St. Louis MO, passed away June 8, 2025.  Carol was born in Chicago to the late Clarence and Phyllis (nee Larson) Engstrom; she was raised by her loving family in Chicago and though she moved around in her adult years, she always claimed Chicago as her home.  She and her family...

Jun 8, 2025

With deep sadness, the family of Richard Padrta announces his passing in hospice care on June 8, 2025. Rich was born on February 8, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois, to Mildred (Bilek) Eldred and Joseph Vilimek. He was later adopted and lovingly raised by James Padrta and Marie (Bocek).

Rich was married to Barbara (Stokes) for over 50...

Jun 8, 2025

Carolyn Hayes of Lisle, passed away Sunday June 8, 2025. She was the beloved best friend of Christine Serritella; daughter of late Edna Louise Hayes and Harold Leon Hayes, dear sister of Harold "Junior" Hayes, late Johnny (Linda) Hayes and Patricia Ann Guerrero; loving aunt of Catherine Ortiz, Daniel Guerrero, Sylvia Garza, Larry Hayes, Johnny "L.J." Hayes, Lisa Hayes,...

Jun 3, 2025

Beloved wife of the late James Milam Sr; loving mother of Peggy (John) Webb and the late James C. Milam Jr; proud grandmother of Dr. John Webb. Dr. James (Julie) Webb and Carrie (Jerry) Kallhoff; great-grandmother of Ryan (Bre) Riley, Rianna, Reganne, Nicolas, Nathaniel, Gabriela, Gracie, Tyler and Amber; great-great-grandmother of Raelynn.

Memorials can be made to...

May 31, 2025

Visitation for Christine Maggio of Northlake will be Thursday June 5, 2025 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Northlake Funeral Home. Mass will be held at St. John Vianney Church on Friday June 6, 2025 at 10 a.m. followed by Committal Service with Burial at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

Christine Maggio was daughter of late Dolores and...

May 13, 2025

Susan Vasel of Northlake, loving wife of the late Lanny Vasel; beloved mother of Carol Vasel and Jason Vasel; proud grandmother of Jesse and Jaden; dear sister of Steve (Sharon) Moritz, Ron (Lorerel) Moritz, the late Tom (Terese) Moritz.

Visitation Friday, May 23, 2025 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Northlake Funeral Home followed by Funeral...

May 3, 2025

Loretta Grotefend (87) of Northlake; passed away peacefully on May 3, 2025; She was the beloved wife of the late Herbert.  Born in Cleveland, OH to amazing parents of the late Steven and Josephine (Sesto) Silla.

Loretta was the epitome of maternal devotion. Her children and grandchildren were her greatest joy, and she poured her heart into...

Apr 19, 2025

In Loving Memory of Christine Finnigan

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Christine Finnigan on April 19, 2025. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, a cherished grandmother, and a beloved sister, whose kindness and strength touched the lives of all who knew her.

Christine was the beloved wife of Chris Finnigan,...

Apr 18, 2025

Jesus Lopez passed away April 18, 2025. He is survived by his daughters, Yahaira, Jessica and Suheily Lopez; grandchildren Eli and Alanis; parents Adria and Jesus Lopez and his brother, David Lopez.

Visitation for Mr. Jesus Lopez, Wednesday, April 23, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Northlake Funeral Home.

Apr 4, 2025

Visitation for Corey Gates will be Saturday, April 19, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until 10:00 a.m.; Homegoing Service will be 10:00 a.m. until 11:00 a.m. at Northlake Funeral Home. Committal Service with Burial to follow at Fairview Memorial Park, Northlake.

Apr 2, 2025

Visitation for Gabriel Castillo of Stone Park will be Friday, April 11, 2025 from 4 to 8 p.m. at Northlake Funeral Home. Funeral Mass Saturday, 9:00 a.m. at St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Church. Burial to follow at St. Mary's Cemetery, Evergreen Park.