Obituaries

Aug 29, 2016

Stephanie "Faye" Tortorice, nee Altersberger, of Chicago, passed away August 29. Beloved wife of the late Carl; Loving sister of the late Victor (Florence) Altersberger of Pana, IL, Anna Kaunter and Carl; Dear aunt of Judith Wahl, Sheila Neistein and Victor Altersberger; Good friend of the late George Fry. Visitation Thursday 10:00 a.m. to the Time of Service 11:00 a.m....

Aug 25, 2016

Edwin J. Schillinger PhD Age 93. Beloved husband of 67 years to Carmelita; loving father of Rose (Larry) Eiden, Mary (Michael) Baljevich, Ann (Eric) Rahn, Ed (Mary Jo), Jerry (Nora) and Elizabeth (Mike) Jerfita; cherished grandpa of 16; proud great grandpa of 12. He had a deep love for DePaul University devoting 43 years as a Physics Professor, department chairman,...

Aug 24, 2016

Udelhofen, James J.; Beloved son of the late Jack(Alice) Udelhofen. Father of James V. Udelhofen, Clinton Boxel and Amber Lewis. Dear grandfather of many. Beloved brother of Robert Udelhofen, Joanne (Hank) Helzer, Russell (Gayle), John (Debbie)and Patrick (Mary) Udelhofen. Services and Interment Private. Arrangements by Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home. 773-774-3232

Aug 20, 2016

Irmina B. Krawczyk, Born January 31, 1931, At Rest August 20, 2016; age 85; beloved wife of the late John; loving step-mother of Robert (Corinne), Konrad (Evelyn) and Al (Kathy); dearest Busia of Alexis (Scott), Matthew, Kimberly, Lauren and Kristen; great-grandmother of Makayla; Family and Friends to meet, Saturday, September 10 th at Mary, Seat of Wisdom Church 920...

Aug 20, 2016

Ernest Meyer, 86, passed away Aug. 20, 2016. Loving father of Donna (Steve) Kramer, Bill (Kum Cha) and Don; cherished grandfather of Ken (Jodi, companion) Kramer, Julie Lebherz, Bill Meyer and Jennifer (Dave) Frattarelli; dear great grandfather of many and dearest love of Carol Kentgen. A graveside service will be held Friday, Sept. 2nd, 11:00 a.m. at Union Ridge Cemetery,...

Aug 20, 2016

Bob Zielinski, 90, Chicago, IL, died peacefully at home  August 20, 2016, surrounded by his loving family.  He was born February 20, 1926, to the late Michael and Elizabeth (Rabenhorst) Zielinski in Chicago, IL. Bob married Florence Chropkowski on August 24, 1946 and together they raised 5 children over 70 years.

Bob's career began as he enlisted...

Aug 18, 2016

Charlotte "Lottie" Bobrowski; devoted companion of Robert Thompson; preceded in death by her parents, Harry and Magda Thommes and her brother, Harry T. Thommes.  Funeral Services and Interment Thursday, September 29, 11 a.m. Graveside at Montrose Cemetery, 5400 N. Pulaski, Chicago.  Arrangements by Kolbus-May Funeral Home 773-774-3232 or www.kolbusmayfh.com

Aug 9, 2016

Lois Beth Herrmann Pallo (born July 25, 1921) passed away at home on Tuesday, August 9. She joyfully celebrated her 95th birthday with family and friends. She was preceded in death by her husband of 45 years, Joseph G. Pallo and her sister, Ruth Furry. She is survived by her daughters, Georgeann Burch (Stephen), Barbara Jo Pallo, and Andrea Beth...

Aug 7, 2016

Nee Pasterski, age 77, of Chicago, passed away August 7, 2016. Beloved wife of the late Roy; Loving mother of Steven(Laurene), Gregg(Karen), Michelle(John)Jankowski, and Laura Beth(Brian)Meyer; Cherished grandmother of Amanda, Brittani, Courtni, Zachary, Oliver, Mina, Kathryn, Camryn, Jarod, Joshua and Sydney; Fond aunt of three; Dear sister of the late James(Loretta). Funeral Service Thursday, 10:30 a.m at Kolbus-John V. May...

Aug 3, 2016

John J. Burns, former C.P.D., loving husband of Gloria, nee, Bundeson; cherished father of John N. and the late Kevin B. Burns; son of the late Eleanor and Michael J. Burns; dear brother of Michael (Carol), Robert E. and Thomas B. (Eve) Burns; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. John graduated, top of his class, from De Paul University...

Jul 18, 2016

Janice Carol Fanke, age 73, of Eddyville, KY, passed away on Monday, July 18, 2016 at Lourdes Hospital in Paducah, KY. She was a retired Registered Nurse and member of Eddyville United Methodist Church in Eddyville, KY. She is survived by her husband, Vern Fanke of Eddyville, KY; one daughter, Michelle Schroeder of Chicago, IL; one son, Mike Fanke of...

Jul 12, 2016

Michael A. Muzupappa, age 86, U.S. Army, Veteran Korean War. Beloved husband of the late Carol; loving father of Michael (Phyllis), James (Wioletta), Laura (Jeff) Bertrand and Katherine (James) Glody; cherished grandfather of Joseph, Haley, Anna, Michael, Matthew, Carolyn and Jimmy. Visitation Sunday, from 3 to 9 pm; funeral prayers Monday 9:15 am at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857...

Jul 10, 2016

Funeral Mass at Constantin si Elena Romanian Orthodox Cathedral 5410 Newland Ave. Wednesday 11:30 AM.

Jul 9, 2016

Laura Bolling, 48 of Wilmington, DE. went to be with the Lord of July 9, 2016. Born April 2, 1968 in Chicago to Bonnie and the late Walter Zulawinski. She is survived by her husband Tim, daughter Brooke, brother Brian (Lily Mae) Zulawinski and nephew Joseph. Step-children, Brett and Brittany and her cats Goldie and Chestnut. Laura was a dedicated...

Jun 29, 2016

Sophia Decker, age 89, beloved wife of Robert Decker; loving mother of the late Robert A. Decker; cherished grandma of Brittany (Jose) J. Tollinchi nee Decker and Allen R. Decker; dear great-grandma of Emma M. Tollinchi and Hannah S. Tollinchi; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. She will be missed by many family and friends. Visitation Friday, July 1,...

Jun 28, 2016

Stevens, Geraldine "Gerry" beloved wife of the late Leo. Devoted mother of Leslie (Alexander Poma) Steven, Lisa (Scott Snyder) Stevens and Mark (Jane) Stevens. Cherished Nana of Sarah, Melissa (Alex), Drew, Bradley and Cat. Fond cousin of Don, Jessica and Willy. Dear aunt and friend of many. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Eisenhower Public Library 4613 N....

Jun 26, 2016

James C. Hoff, 82, of Chicago, Illinois. Proud member of the American Legion Post for 36 years. Beloved husband of Darlene Hoff, nee Lorenz; loving father of Guy Hoff, Sharon Hoff, Troy Hoff and Dawn (Steve) Schram; cherished grandfather of five; dear brother and uncle of many. Visitation Wednesday, June 29, 2016 from 3:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M. at Kolbus...

Jun 26, 2016

George J. Poulos, age 78, Son of the late George and Dorothy (nee Obermeyer); beloved father of Carron Poulos, Mary (Michael) Bigwood, James (Megan) and the late George and Ricky Poulos; cherished grandfather of Melissa Anne Cade, Kyle Boyko, James Bigwood and Nikki Jean; dear brother of Dorothy (Vince) Notariano and the late Eleanor Myers, baby Tommy. Will be missed...

Jun 22, 2016

Victor Zarecky, Born November 26, 1932, At Rest June 22, 2016; Beloved husband of Anna Marie, nee Aigner; loving father of Randolph (Sandra), Victor Karl (Idatyna) and Diana (Stanley) Krueger; dearest Opa of Joshua, Austin, Alexandra, Rachel and Nicole. Visitation Friday from 4 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service Saturday 11 a.m. at Kolbus- May Funeral Home 6857 W. Higgins Ave.,...

Jun 15, 2016

Maria Wilczek nee Tomal, age 66, beloved wife of Bronislaw "Bruno" Wilczek; loving mother of Robert R. Chojnowski and step-mother of Christopher (Aurelia) Wilczek; cherished grandmother of Colin Chojnowski, Kylie Chojnowski, Natalie Wilczek and Sophia Wilczek; dear daughter of Marianna and the late Jozef Tomal; caring sister of Anna (Stan) Pokrywiecki and Walter (Christina) Tomal; fond aunt of many nieces...