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Christopher La'Mar King

Christopher La'Mar King

Apr 30, 2025

Christopher La'mar King, 46, loving husband of Laura; devoted father of Remington, Lexington, and Reddington; treasured brother of Brandon King and Britney King; dedicated son of Sandra and Cornelius King; cherished son-in-law of Carol (the late Jack) Tipre; caring brother-in-law of Jacob (Susan) Tipre, Karen (Josh) Hess, and Michelle (Andy) Aparicio; affectionate uncle of Abigail, Meghan, Grace, Joy, Charity,...

Gus Boutris

Gus Boutris

Apr 21, 2025

Gus Boutris, Beloved husband of Georgia. Cherished father of Leonidas and John Boutris. Devoted brother of Athanasia and Diamanto. Visitation Saturday, April 26, 2025 from 4:30 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. with Trisagion prayers at 7:00 p.m., Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Avenue, Chicago. Interment Private. (773) 774-3232.

Sinchai Imaly

Sinchai Imaly

Apr 21, 2025

Sinchai "Say" Imaly, 63, of Chicago, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by those who loved him most.

Visitation, Friday, April 25, 4:00 till 9:00 p.m., Buddhist Prayers, Saturday, 12:00 p.m., at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave. Chicago, cremation to follow at Acacia Park Crematory, Chicago.

For information, 773-774-3232.

Rosemary E. Asa

Rosemary E. Asa

Apr 20, 2025

Rosemary E. Asa, 96, of Chicago, now joins her late husband, Thomas in eternal rest. Loving mother of Linda Asa, Robert (Cindy) Asa, Margaret (Casey) Blake, James (Colleen) Asa, and the late Kathryn Asa; proud grandma of Brian (Andrea), Michael (Kelly), Thomas (engaged to Erica) and Daniel; caring great-nana to 5.

Visitation, Wednesday, 4:00 till 9:00 p.m.,...

Mary E. Kelemen

Mary E. Kelemen

Apr 12, 2025

Mary E. Kelemen, nee Sullivan, Born April 27, 1945 in Connemara, County Galway, Ireland. Passed away April 12, 2025 in Chicago, Illinois; beloved wife of the late George Sr.; cherished mother of George Jr., Susan, Kathy Peterman and Julie (Mike) Smith; dearest grandmother of Tyrus, Heather, Ryan, Taylor and Kelliann; great-grandmother of Alex; loving sister of Paddy (Una), Caitin...

Freida "Fritzi" M. Fleck

Freida "Fritzi" M. Fleck

Mar 29, 2025

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Freida M. "Fritzi" Fleck, beloved daughter of the late Dorothea and Peter Fleck; loving sister of the late Henry Fleck, the late Dorothy (the late John) Dahmer, the late Victor (the late Lois) Fleck, the late Peter (the late Nancy) Fleck and the late William (Marilyn) Fleck; cherished aunt, great-aunt and great-great aunt...

Patricia Ann Rodarte Merkle

Patricia Ann Rodarte Merkle

Mar 14, 2025

Two celebrations of life will be held on Saturday, June 7, 2025. The first will be from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. at Himmel's Restaurant, 2251 W. Lawrence Ave., Chicago, IL 60625. Light refreshments will be served. The second will be on the same day from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at...

Noreen Mary Hickey

Noreen Mary Hickey

Mar 11, 2025

Noreen M. Hickey, 71, beloved wife of Jan Klazura and loving mother of Cara Hickey Klazura passed away on March 11, 2025. She is survived by her husband Jan and daughter Cara. She is also survived by her sister Roseann (Robert Smiegowski), brother Robert (Connie), and brother George (Patricia). As well as many fond nieces, nephews, great nieces, great...

Darlene A. Nichols

Darlene A. Nichols

Mar 6, 2025

Darlene Nichols, beloved daughter of the late Bernard 'Bud' and the late Eleanor; cherished sister of Robert G. (the late Janet 'Jan') Nichols and the late William (Joanne Petock) Nichols; dearest aunt of Cathryn (Dwaine) Meninger, Robert L. Nichols (Joshua Denton), Thomas Nichols, Kristin Nichols and the late Patricia Hoover; great-aunt of Jordon and Isabella Meninger and Donavin and...

Dennis Jay Warren Wolkowicz

Dennis Jay Warren Wolkowicz

Feb 24, 2025

Dennis J. Wolkowicz better known as "Jay Warren", 74, loving husband of Linda Stagner; devoted brother of Kenneth (Sharon) Wolkowicz; cherished uncle of Kirstin (Michael) Finneran and Kerilyn (Frank) Johnson; treasured great-uncle of Sean Finneran; and adoring cat dad of Ms. Emma.

"His passion was silent films," his wife Linda Stagner said. "As a kid … he'd...

Teresa A. Mertes

Teresa A. Mertes

Feb 14, 2025

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Teresa A. Mertes, who passed away peacefully on February 14, 2025, at the age of 80.

Terry was born on August 17, 1944, in Philadelphia, PA, and grew up in Springfield, PA. She was selected to attend Pierce School of Business Administration where she earned her...

Dorothy Jane Schneider

Dorothy Jane Schneider

Feb 4, 2025

Dorothy Jane Schneider passed away on February 4, 2025, at age 90. She was born in Chicago, IL on February 21, 1934, and lived in the city all her life. She attended Schurz High School, and was a secretary at Roosevelt University for much of her professional career. In retirement, she enjoyed walking in her neighborhood, collecting cookbooks and...

Blair A. Nuccio

Blair A. Nuccio

Feb 2, 2025

Blair A.  Nuccio, Cherished son of Blair P. & Elvera A. Nuccio. Devoted brother of Patricia (John) LaDeur, Lesley (Vito) Pingel and Joan (Jerry) Potter. Proud uncle and great uncle of many nieces and nephews.

In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Saint Jude Children's Research Hospital . Visitation, Thursday 4:00 - 8:00 p.m. Funeral Prayers,...

Raymond William Leblanc

Raymond William Leblanc

Jan 31, 2025

Raymond LeBlanc, a cherished uncle, brother, neighbor, and friend, passed away on January 31, 2025, at the age of 65. Born on November 24, 1959, in Chicago, Illinois, he was the youngest son of Robert and Chloe LeBlanc. He is survived by his sister, Victoria (LeBlanc) O'Donnell, and was preceded in death by his parents and brothers, Robert, Richard,...

William J. Le Seur

William J. Le Seur

Jan 28, 2025

William "Bill" J. LeSeur, 98, now joins his beloved of 74 years, Arlene, in eternal rest; cherished father of Denise (Joseph Waechter) LeSeur-Waechter and Melissa (Brian) Welch; devoted grandpa of Allison (Christian) Cortez, and Michael (Ashley) Welch; and caring brother of Blaine LeSeur and the late Betty Kolkau; fond uncle to many. Right out of high school Bill enlisted...

David Skwierczynski

David Skwierczynski

Jan 20, 2025

David R. Skwierczynski was born March 21, 1961 and found eternal rest on January 20, 2025 at the age of 63. Beloved son of Agnes, nee Posda and the late Nick Skwierczynski; loving brother of Randy (Virginia), Tom (Natalie), Linda (Steve) Monelli and Ken (Karen); cherished uncle of Stacy (Ron) Gemelli, Danielle, Brittany, Matthew and Nicholas; great-uncle of Allison...

Joann L. Flynn

Joann L. Flynn

Dec 26, 2024

Joann L. Flynn, 72, loving daughter of the late John and the late Corinne Flynn; beloved sister of Karen and Rick; devoted aunt of Kaitlin and Ryan; and loving cousin and friend to many.

"Auntie Joannie" was an honorary aunt to many. She was also known as the "Snack Queen" to anyone who was fortunate enough to...

Gloria E. Frett

Gloria E. Frett

Dec 25, 2024

Gloria E. Frett, Beloved wife of the late Dr. William Frett. Devoted mother of Mary Pat (the late Robert) Collins, William (Connie) Frett, Michael (Kathy) Frett and Julie (Dr. Frank) Serrecchia. Loving grandmother of Katie, Peggy, Bob, Dan, Jackie, Brian, Dr. Michael, Anthony, Nick, David and the late David Frett. Great grandmother of thirteen. Devoted parishioner of St. Monica...

William Henry Donaldson

William Henry Donaldson

Dec 7, 2024

On December 7, 2024, heaven gained another angel, William Henry Donaldson, as he slept that night. Known as Bill, Don or Papa Bill, he is a beloved father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Born in Savannah, Georgia on May 23, 1949, he was a man whose life was defined by service and a love for his family and friends....

Sandra Mae Nolin

Sandra Mae Nolin

Dec 3, 2024

Sandra Mae Nolin December 4, 1934 – December 3, 2024 Sandra Mae Nolin, beloved wife, mother, sister, grandmother, Gigi, cousin and friend, passed away peacefully on December 3, 2024, just one day shy of her 90th birthday. Sandra was a devoted and loving wife to Robert Nolin, with whom she shared 52 remarkable years of marriage, built on a...

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