Obituaries
Chicago, Illinois Obituaries
Emil F. Dolezil
Jan 9, 2009
Emil F. Dolezil, 80, beloved husband of Dolores. Cherished brother of Charlotte (the late Anthony Sr.) Eibin, Fred (Joan), Arlene Benn and Betty (Peter) Zalewski. Dear uncle and great uncle of many nieces and nephews. Member of American Legion Kosciusko Post 712. Visitation Sunday, 4 to 9p.m. Funeral Prayers at 12 Noon, Monday from from Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home,...
William Leahy
Jan 8, 2009
William Leahy passed away on January 8th, 2009. Son of the late William and Adeline Leahy; brother of the late Patricia Fitzgerald. He left behind brother-in-law Bill Fitzgerald Sr., nephews Bill Jr. and Marty; nieces Lynn Leinartac, Karen Johnson, and Patricia Bourke. William was a member of the Naval Armed Forces and an alumni of the University of Chicago. He...
Carl R. Skalla
Jan 7, 2009
Carl R. Skalla, Age 81 Loving husband of the late Alyce. Devoted companion of Barbara Plummer. Beloved father of Melody (Dennis) McMillan and the late Mark. Fond brother of Marilyn Hertel and Elaine Kramer. Dear grandfather of Keith, Erin, Heather, Shannon and great-father of Emma, Lilly, Noah, Isaiah and Jordan. Fond uncle of many. Funeral Service Saturday 10:00am at Kolbus-John...
Florence C. Peterson
Jan 5, 2009
Florence D."Aunt Flo" Peterson,79, cherished cousin to many;dear friend of Delores Peter and family. Visitation Thursday, 4 to 9 p.m. Funeral Service Friday, 10:00 A.M. at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago. Interment Acacia Park Cemetery.For info (773) 774-3232
Christine Mullowney
Jan 5, 2009
Christine Mullowney, nee Lyons, age 99. Loving mother of Dorothy (Bob) Jungels and Barbara (Bob) Smith. Cherished grama of Manette, Eileen, Joel, Therese, Mark, Arthur, Christopher, Aaron, Josefa, Rachael and David. Proud great-grama of 19. One of twelve, born in Ireland she is survived by Sr. Dympna and Richard (Jean) Lyons. Christine was a touchstone and anchor for her numerous...
Eileen W. Berberet
Jan 5, 2009
Eileen W. Berberet, nee Stenson, 81 passed away January 5, 2009. Beloved wife of the late John J; beloved mother of John (Joanne), Patricia (Carmen) Sabia, Julie (David) Snelten and her angel, the late Margie; dear grand-mother of Krista (Adam) Cortese, Fallon (Guy) Dickson; Dana Sabia and Brooke Snelten; daughter of the late Nellie and Joseph Stenson; sister of the...
Helen R. Mckissack
Jan 3, 2009
Helen R. McKissack, loving wife of Curtis; devoted mother of Dolores (the late Tadeusz), Dave (Terrie), and the late LaVerne; beloved grandmother of 12 and great-grandmother of 10; loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Tuesday, Prayers 9:15 a.m. at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins to St. Constance Church, Mass 10 a.m. Visitation Monday, from 4...
Meetza "Mitzie" Farkas
Jan 2, 2009
Meetza "Mitzie" Farkas (nee Tsolakos), beloved wife of the late Ernest, dearest sister of Angeline (the late Wallace) Manthie, fond aunt of Joanne (the late Richard) Kahn, Joyce (Thomas) Arens, Christopher (Norma) Farrell and the late Robert Manthie, great-aunt of Nikolaus and Cassandra Arens, Melanie Kahn, Matthew and Eliza Farrell. Memorial Mass Saturday, January 10, 10:00 a.m. at St. Monica...
Martha D. Walters
Jan 1, 2009
Marthan D. Walters; nee Wilke; Age 79; Beloved wife of Albert; loving mother of Lynne (Sajjad) Shah, Carl, Michael, Karen and Albert (Inna); dear grandmother of Julia. Funeral Service, Sunday, 11:00a.m. at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago. Interment Private. Visitation Saturday 2:30 – 8:00 p.m. For info 773-774-3232
Raul Amezcua
Dec 28, 2008
Raul Amezcua, passed away in Chicago December 28. Beloved husband of Albina, nee Guzman. Funeral service Thursday, January 1st 4:00pm at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home 6857 W. Higgins Ave. Visitation will follow until 8:00pm. Interment Mexico.
Marguerite Louise Guzman
Dec 25, 2008
Marguerite L. Guzman, passed away December 25, 2008. Visitation Saturday, December 27, 2008 from 3:00 - 9:00 p.m. Service at 3:00 p.m. Interment Private
Mary Kay
Dec 24, 2008
Mary Kay passed away December 24, 2008. Beloved wife of the late Edward; loving mother of Janice Kay (Mitchell Tetela) and Cheryl Kay; dear grandmother of Adrienne; fond sister of Elizabeth Ann Streb and Emerich Catomy; aunt and great-aunt to nieces and nephews. Retired employee of Magnaflux Corp. and member of the St. Monica Church Seniors Club. Interment Private. 773-774-3232
Mary Theresa Kay
Dec 24, 2008
Mary T. Kay, passed away in Chicago December 24. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Loving mother of Janice (Mitchell Tetela) and Cheryl. Dear grandmother of Adrienne. Fond sister of Elizabeth Ann Streb and Emerich Catomy. Dear Aunt and great-Aunt to her neice and nephews. Retired employee of MagnaFlux Corp. and member of the St. Monica Seniors Club. Interment private.
Leslie Earl Hubbard
Dec 24, 2008
Leslie E. Hubbard, passed away December 24, 2008. Beloved husband of Ethel Jean. Funeral Service, 11:00 a.m. Monday, December 29, at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago. Visitation, Sunday December 28, from 4-9 p.m. Interment Ridgewood Cemetery. 773-774-3232
Maria F. Gurga
Dec 23, 2008
Maria F. Gurga, 92 passed away December 23, 2008. Funeral Prayers Tuesday, December 30, at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave. to St. Monica Church for Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 a.m. Visitation Monday, December 29, 4-9 p.m. Interment Maryhill Cemetery. 773-774-3232
Stanley E. Cygan
Dec 22, 2008
Stanley E. Cygan 91, passed away December 22, 2008. Beloved husband of 67 years to Loretta. Dear brother-in-law of Lorraine Giza. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Prayers Monday, December 29, 2008 10:15 a.m. at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins, Chicago to St. Constance Church for 11:00 a.m. Mass of Christian Burial. Visitation Sunday from 4...
James J. Conroy
Dec 18, 2008
James J. Conroy, passed away December 18, 2008 in Chicago. Beloved husband of Elaine. Loving father of Barbara (Michael) Mielas, Debra (Robert) Andris, Jeanette Gajewski, James P. and Carole Kobylarz. Dear grandfather of 14 and great-grandfather of 17. Funeral Service Monday December 22 11:00am at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave. Chicago. Interment All Saints Cemetery, Des...
Joseph V. Majewski
Dec 16, 2008
Joseph V. Majewski a.k.a. Joe Majers passed away December 16, 2008. Beloved husband of the late Adeline. Dear father of Joseph F. (Sharon), Gary (the late Mary Jane), Marlene, Joan Mage (the late Fred Braxton). Loving grandfather of three and great grandfather of two. Fond uncle and great uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday, December 21, 4-9 p.m....
Gloria Gazda
Dec 13, 2008
Gloria Gazda; loving wife of Louis; beloved mother of Joy Dato and Robert (Sherry) Gazda; devoted grandmother of Danielle, David, Matthew, Jennifer and Jack; great-grandmother of William; loving sister of Dorothy (Dave) Sinclair; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Tuesday, prayers 9:30 a.m., from Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago to St. Monica Church,...
Jose J. Zafranco
Dec 13, 2008
Jose J. Zafranco; Devoted son of Salome J.; loving brother of Eusebia J., Antonio (Edna) and Virgilio (Sony) Zafranco. He was loved by many relatives in Chicago. Interment Private. For info 773-774-3232
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