Obituaries

Feb 19, 2018

Lorraine York, age 95, Passed away February 19, 2018 in Lecanto, Florida.  Lying in State, Monday, April 2, 2018 at Immaculate Conception Church, 7211 W. Talcott, Chicago from 10 a.m. until time of Mass, 11 a.m. Interment to follow at St. Joseph Cemetery in River Grove, IL.  For information 773-774-3232 or www.kolbusmayfh.com

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Feb 11, 2018

Sharon C, Hudak nee Winter, age 70, beloved wife of Michael J.; loving mother of Michelle, Shari (Patrick) Kelly, Mikey and John (Monica); cherished grandmother of Kristi, Staci, Kelli, Ashley, Jack, Matthew, Justin, John, Jr. and the late John. Family and friends to meet Tuesday, February 13, 11 am at St Adalbert Cemetery office, 6800 N Milwaukee Ave., Niles. 847-647-9845. ...

Feb 9, 2018

Barbara A. Miller nee Kriss of Chicago Illinois, age72; beloved wife and best friend of the late Ronald Miller; loving sister of the late Dorothy (Justin) Suzek, late Audrey (Edward) Czech and late Marilyn (the late Daniel) Malawski; cherished aunt to many nieces and nephews; dear friend to many. Funeral service and interment private.

Feb 8, 2018

John Faleni "The Mayor of Sayre", age 98, beloved husband of the late Norma; loving father of Brian (Alyce) and the late John; cherished grandfather of Lauren (Bryan) Anderson, Sarah (Matt Marek) Faleni, Matthew Faleni and Kristin Faleni; dear great-grandfather of Riley Anderson; dearest brother of Phil Faleni, the late Louise Laman and the late Joe Faleni; fond uncle of...

Feb 6, 2018

Stella Gajda nee Dusza, age 96, life long resident of Chicago, Illinois, earned her final angel wings on February 6, 2018. She loved and trusted in her Lord and is now celebrating in His presence with family & friends. Stella was born on March 6, 1921 the fourth of five siblings born to the late Louis & Pauline (Smalec) Dusza....

Jan 31, 2018

Alfred Wrobel, age 89; beloved husband of Sherry; loving stepfather of Stephen Rizzo; preceded in death by nine brothers and sisters; cherished uncle of many; proud US Army, Korean War, Veteran and member of V.F.W. Post 3579.  Visitation Monday 4 to 8 p.m.   Funeral Service, Tuesday, 11 a.m. at Kolbus-May Funeral Home 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago.   Interment St....

Jan 31, 2018

Patricia J. O'Donnell, nee Griffin, age 87; beloved wife of Michael; loving mother of Thomas (Mary) and the late Joseph; dear grandmother of Madeleine, Liam and Margaret; dear sister of Genevieve (the late William) Wagner and the late Mary Griffin. Visitation Saturday 4 to 8 p.m. Funeral Prayers, Monday, 9:15 a.m. at Kolbus-May Funeral Home 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago...

Jan 25, 2018

Patricia Bialasik, age 79, beloved wife of 56 years to Gordon; loving mother of Susan (Rev. Charles) Zawistowski, Sandra (Juan) Mir and Glen Bialasik; proud grandmother of Andrew and Matthew, Laura and Mark, Emily and Ashley. In lieu of flowers, donations to American Cancer Society or Rainbow Hospice would be appreciated. Memorial gathering 10 A.M. until time of Mass, 11...

Jan 22, 2018

John H. Schneider, "Once a Marine always a Marine", Beloved husband of Phyllis of 72 years. Devoted father of John Schneider and the late Barbara Snyder. Father in law of Dennis. Loving grandpa of five and great grandpa of eight. Cherished brother of Selma Navin. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Lying in state, Saturday, January 27 at 10:00...

Jan 22, 2018

Donald Meyer, age 62; beloved son of the late Ernest and Dorothy; loving brother of Donna (Steve) Kramer and William (Kim); cherished uncle of Ken Kramer, Julie Lebherz, William Meyer Jr. and Jennifer (Dave) Frattarelli; dearest family friend Carol Kentgen.  Memorial Visitation, Saturday, February 24, from 1 to 3 p.m. at Kolbus-May Funeral Home 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago. ...

Jan 18, 2018

Freda Irene Pierce, nee Cottrell, born in Cardiff, South Wales, England on June 6, 1926. Freda was the first child of Ann, nee Matthews, and John Cottrell. The first grandchild on both sides, followed by her siblings Terry and Maureen. Much loved by all. During the Second World War,  Freda worked in a munitions factory. Her daily duties included...

Jan 5, 2018

Henry Radom, age 89, beloved husband of the late Antonie; loving father of Michael (Janet) Radom, Cynthia (Michael Wolske) Mayer and James (Megan) Radom; cherished grandfather of Samuel, Matthew (Vanessa), David, Brittany, Lily, Gracie and Ava; dear great-grandfather of Myles, Vivian and Anabella. Visitation Monday, January 8, from 10 am until time of service 12 pm at Kolbus-John V....

Jan 3, 2018

Edwin Paul Hinsch, age 83, beloved husband of Dianne; loving father of Laura (Michael) Labriola and Michelle (Clark) Prickett; cherished grandpa of Lilia, Reid, Grady and Declan; dear friend to many. Visitation Saturday, January 6, from 10 am to 12 pm at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago. Procession to Union Ridge Cemetery. For more...

Dec 29, 2017

Kenneth Best, Age 96, U.S. Army, Veteran. Beloved husband of 70 years to the late Barbara; loving father of Sandra, Dennis, Jerome (Deborah), Timothy and the late Bruce; devoted grandpa of Kenneth (Ursula) Bachara, John Bachara, Deana Ritner, Elizabeth Best, Rachele Best, Jerome Best, and Theresa Best; proud great grandpa of John III and Jeremy Bachara and 18 others; dear...

Dec 22, 2017

Kossak, Marilyn A., Loving daughter of the late Walter Sr.  (Mildred) Romanczak. Loving Mother of Mark (Lynn) Kossak, Cherished Sister of Dennis (Patricia) Romanczak, Barbara Romanczak and the late Walter Romanczak Jr. Fond Aunt of Christine Norris and Michael Dziedzic. Visitation Wednesday 4-9 p.m. Funeral Prayers Thursday,  9:15 a.m., at Kolbus-John V. May 6857 W. Higgins Ave.,  Chicago to...

Dec 22, 2017

Robert M. "Luigi" Leavy, 70, of Woodstock, former longtime resident of Chicago, passed away Dec. 22, 2017.  Loving father of Robin (Jonathan) Janaszak and Robert (Raymie) Leavy; cherished grandfather of Ashley, Taylor, Brandon, Mackenzie, Allison and Jacob "Mario"; dearest brother of Patrick, Thomas, Randy, Daniel, Laurel, Rory, Greg and the late Pete; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. ...

Dec 17, 2017

Mary Cieslukiewicz, age 102, beloved wife of the late Joseph; loving mother of George, Irene (Francis Paul) DeRosa and the late Richard; cherished grandmother of Francis Paul IV, Christina (Ian) Thomas and Joseph. Funeral prayers Thursday, December 28, 9:15 am at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago. Procession to Queen of All Saints Basilica 6280...

Dec 13, 2017

John 'Jack' Trainor, of Hoffman Estates is now home with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Dec. 13, 2017. Beloved husband and best friend whom he absolutely loved and adored Vivian nee Morris for over 57 years; Son of the late Thomas and Clara; Loving brother of the late Thomas, William, James, Beverly Corrigan, Vivian Johnson, Mary Lyons and...

Dec 13, 2017

Walter (Wally) P. Schwetz February 11, 1938-December 13, 2017 Died peacefully at home with his rosary in his hand. Faithful husband who has been reunited with his wife Barbara (Orzol). Supportive father of Pam, Paula (Peter) Butera; Patricia (Stanley) Casella; Walter (Ana). Loving and thoughtful Grandpa of Justin, Ryan, Brandon and Nicholas Butera; Emily and Bethany Casella; Rebecca, Walter, and...

Dec 5, 2017

Gregory A. Gills, Beloved son of Roland J.; cherished step-son of Eileen Doyle; loving brother of Steven M. (Rebecca) Gills, Debra (Ronald R.) Gills - Larsen and the late Carol L. (Marc G.) Berkheimer; dear nephew of Shirley (the late Earl) Gretza and Daniel A. Gills.  Visitation, Friday, 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. with a Memorial Service at 6 p.m....