Donald J Kolbus, Sr.
Sep 7, 2026
Donald J. Kolbus, Sr. age 88, of Huntley, formerly of Chicago. Beloved husband of 53 years to the late Linda Faith Kolbus, nee Borg; dear sister of Beverly Borg; loving father of Donald Jr. (Theresa) Kolbus, James (Andrea) Kolbus, Kristine Kolbus (Robert Hellyer), Debra (Nick) Belcore; cherished grandfather of Zachary, Alyson, Matthew, Joshua, Gianna and Nicholas; dear son of the...
Kenneth Wayne Dudash
Aug 30, 2026
Kenneth Wayne Dudash, 75, of Chicago, beloved husband to Joann; proud father of Jeffery and Jeremy; devoted brother to Cheryl (the late Robert) Crawford, Kevin Dudash, Keith Dudash; caring uncle to many nieces and nephews; fond brother-in-law of Theodore (Lynda) Izewski, the late Rosemarie (Tony) Nichols, Michael (Mary) Izewski, and Judith Izewski-Castillo; dear friend to Carmen Blacconieri and many others.
Visitation,...
Belia Rojas
Aug 28, 2026
Belia Rojas passed away on August 28, 2026, at the age of 96.
Beloved wife of the late Rafael Rojas. Loving mother of Jorge (Mary) Rojas, Paul (the late Ann) Rojas, Lydia (Jim) Wozny, and the late Ralph (Lala) Rojas.
Cherished grandmother of Angela (Michael) Mroz, Natalie (Kjetil) Samuelsen, Nick (Carrie) Rojas, James (Christa) Wozny, Kristopher (Ellen) Wozny, Nikole Rojas, and Milana...
Michael J. Hudak Sr.
Aug 22, 2026
Michael J. Hudak, 87, beloved husband of the late Sharon C.; loving father of Michelle, Shari "Rosie" (Patrick) Kelly, Mikey and John (Monica); cherished grandfather of Kristi, Staci, Kelli, Ashley, Jack, Matthew, Justin, Samantha, John, Jr., and the late John.; devoted brother of Cora (Randy) Roth, Joseph Hudak, the late Sandy, the late Ronald, the late Patricia, the late William,...
Michael F. Derendal
Aug 22, 2026
Michael F. Derendal, 58, loving son of the late Robert and the late Judy; beloved brother of Jeffrey Derendal and Cheri (Tom) Garza; dedicated uncle of Amanda (Damian) Burkat; cherished great-uncle of Thomas and Madison; nephew and cousin to many; and honorary pet uncle of Gizmo and Cashew.
Mike was a kind, quiet, and private person who treasured the people and...
William "Bill" J. Stephens
Aug 6, 2026
William “Bill” J. Stephens, age 64, of Chicago, passed away surrounded by the love of his family.
Bill was the beloved husband of Susan Stephens (nee Potempa), with whom he shared 38 wonderful years of marriage. Together they built a life centered on love, laughter, and family. He was the proud and devoted father of Allyson (Cody), Tyler (Amanda), and Layne...
Joan S. Schneider
Aug 5, 2026
Joan S. Schneider (nee Schweigerdt), a lifetime resident of Chicago; cherished wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away on Wednesday, August 5, 2026 at the age of 95 years. Joan is survived by her loving family, daughter Donna (Paul) Claycomb and her grandchildren Claire Schneider, Amy (Claycomb) Colantonio (AJ), Caitlin Schneider and Timothy Claycomb; daughter in-law Deborah (Rizzolo)...
Judith P. McLean
Jul 29, 2026
Judith P. McLean. Beloved wife of the late William C. McLean. Devoted mother of Roy (Janet) McLean, John McLean, Michael (Amy) McLean, Daniel McLean and Ketty (T.J.) Beale. Cherished grandmother of Kyle, Marley, Abigail, Emma, Morgan, Tyler and great grandmother of Leyna and Grant.
Visitation Monday, 11:00 a.m. until time of service 12:00 p.m. Interment Elmwood Cemetery.
In lieu of flowers please...
Edward J. Higgins
Jul 22, 2026
Edward Joseph Higgins, age 66, of Chicago, passed away on July 22, 2026. Edward was born on September 21, 1959 in Chicago, Illinois to Edward Joseph Higgins, Sr. and Rosemary (Schlosberg) Higgins. A lifelong Chicagoan, Edward dedicated his life to serving both his family and his community with compassion, courage and unwavering commitment.
Edward proudly served with the Chicago Fire Department...
Emilio E. Canelo
Jul 20, 2026
Emilio E. Canelo, 55, loving husband, father, son, uncle, brother-in-law, and friend to many.
Visitation will be on Thursday, July 30, 2026 from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Kolbus - John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago, IL 60656. A chapel service will be held the same evening at 7:00 p.m.
Funeral Prayers will be on Friday, July...
James T. Kazluski
Jul 14, 2026
James T. Kazluski, 64, of Chicago, passed away, July 14, 2026.
Cherished brother of Robert and Richard Kazluski.
He is proceeded in death by his parents, Robert and Frances, and his siblings Leanne and David.
Visitation, Sunday, July 26, 2:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Closing Prayers, Monday, July 27, 9:45 a.m., Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave. Chicago, IL 60656....
Noreen Erickson
Jul 3, 2026
Noreen S. Erickson, nee Sullivan; beloved wife of the late Rod C.; devoted mother of Nora (Timothy) O’Malley; doting and proud grandmother of Erickson and Sonia; dear daughter of the late Denis and the late Rosetta Sullivan; adored youngest sister of Richard (Charlene) Sullivan, Ellen (James) Berger, Patricia (Charles) Moore, the late Cornelius (the late Mary Lou) Sullivan, the late...
Richard G. Potempa
Jul 2, 2026
Richard "Rich" Potempa, age 90, was born on April 3, 1936, to August and Marie Potempa and was their eldest son. He met the love of his life, Arlene Sabaj, and they were married in 1957. Rich and Arlene shared an extraordinary marriage built on love, devotion, and friendship. They were truly inseparable and were each other's best friend—a kind...
Nina Barton
Jun 28, 2026
Nina Barton, beloved mother of Greg (Karen) Barton; cherished grandmother of Brent, Erin (Michael) Yates, Dea, and Kiera Barton; dear sister of the late Sophie (the late Joe) Krawchuk and the late Anne (the late Alex) Soby; devoted aunt of Linda (the late Mike) Sabie and the late Jim Krawchuk.
A lifelong resident of Chicago, Nina was a former professional Russian...
Michael M. Leska
Jun 26, 2026
We sorrowfully announce the passing of Michael M. Leska “Mike”, 50, loving son of Maria and the late Mike R. Leska; devoted husband of Samantha Rahn; doting parent of the late Maeby (dog), the late PrettyKitty (cat), the bereaved Willy Nelson (dog), and the bereaved Scottie Pippen (cat); treasured brother of Melissa Leska, Amy (Erik) Leska-Bocek, Merin Leska, and Brian...
Sanjuana Mendez
Jun 16, 2026
Sanjuana “Juanita” Méndez , age 83 passed away peacefully on June 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Beloved wife to the late Javier Sánchez Muñis ; loving mother of Bonifacio (Camila), Joel (Sonia), Abel (Patricia) and Angelica (Javier); cherished grandmother of Edgar, Vanessa, Patricia, Orlando, Cristobal, Aldo, Maite, Ruby, Abel A., Ozmar, Myla, and baby Dezza who brought immeasurable...
Sr. Rosemary Gira, C.R.
Jun 10, 2026
Sr. Rosemary Gira, C.R., Member of the Congregation of the Sisters of the Resurrection. Cherished and respected by her Sisters. Loving daughter of the late Francis and Sophie (Redlarski) Gira. Beloved sister of the late Reverend Edward Gira, C.R., the late Frank Gira, the late Erwin Gira, and the late Sister Mary Edward Gira, C.R. Dear aunt of Bishop Robert...
David Welden
May 24, 2026
David E. Welden, 75, passed away on May 24, 2026. He was born the son of the late Russell and the late Hazel Welden and was preceded in death by his brother the late Dale Welden.
Dave is survived by his sister Karen (Robert) Anichini; his nephews and great-nieces, neighbors, friends, and his devoted dog Sadie. Known as “the Muffin Man”...
Annette M. Kilian
May 18, 2026
Annette M. Kilian, 65, devoted partner of the late Martin Hoffman; loving daughter of the late Raymond and the late Adelle Kilian; beloved sister of Katherine (William) Ostrowski and the late Stephen (Mel Gordon) Kilian; and treasured aunt of Mary Ostrowski.
Annette was devoted to her career as a talented florist and worked alongside her brother Steve for many years. She...
Helen M. Patuszynski
May 13, 2026
Helen Marie Patuszynski, nee Zywicki, age 82, passed away peacefully on May 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family, after a long and courageous battle with dementia. Beloved wife of Chester for 60 wonderful years; devoted mother of Mark and Daniel (Jennifer); cherished grandmother of Lucy and Leia, who brought immeasurable joy to her life; dear daughter of the late...
