Obituaries

Mar 20, 2023

Nicholas C. Efrosinis, 64, passed away March 20, 2023. He is survived by three sons.

Memorial Visitation, Sunday, April 2, 2023 from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Kolbus - John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago, IL 60656.

Mar 15, 2023

Lawrence J. Bzdon "Larry", 81, beloved husband of 39 years of Joan Bzdon nee Sykstus; devoted brother of Sr. Marcianne Bzdon, SSND; doting pet dad of Buddy the Rottweiler; loving uncle of Ron (Patty), John (Moira), and Bill (Chris); cherished great-uncle and cousin; and caring friend of many.

Larry was a proud US Army Veteran and a...

Mar 10, 2023

Aubrey J. Rauch, Loving wife of Daniel Borst. Cherished mother of Ariana, Ella and Raya. Beautiful daughter of Janis Gooday and the late Joseph Rauch. A dear, loyal friend to many. In lieu of flowers please make contributions to Aubrey's children. Visitation Saturday, 10:00 a.m. at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Avenue, Chicago, until time of...

Mar 3, 2023

Bubloni, Marian E. Beloved wife of the late John J. Bubloni, Jr., devoted mother of Cheryl (Bob) Dymurski, Byron J. Bubloni, Sandra L. (Jeff) Braun and Russell O. Bubloni and the late Alfred J., Wayne P, Warren R. Bubloni and Diane C. Barnes. Loving mother-in-law of Dianne Bubloni and Roger Barnes. Cherished grandmother, great grandmother & great-great grandmother. Dear...

Feb 15, 2023

Gertrude L. Cerkan, 99, of Chicago passed away peacefully on February 15, 2023. She was the loving wife of the late Andrew E. Cerkan. She is survived by her loving children Paul and Judith.

Visitation, Thursday, from 4 to 8 p.m., funeral prayers, Friday, 9 a.m. at Kolbus-John V. May Funeral Home to St. Monica Church, Mass...

Feb 12, 2023

Dolores Navarrete, 82, of Chicago, passed away February 12, 2023. Loving wife of Adan; adoring mother of Cynthia Pintor, Cornelia (Luis) Urbina Paredes, Laura (Javier) Arellano, Natalie (Jeremy) Kubicz; proud grandmother of Luico Jr., Margarita, Samantha, Miklo, Kayle, Kaden, Aubri; cherished great-grandmother to Jacob, Jazlynn, Lucie, Jayden, Luclia; treasured godmother of Noe Navarrete and Marisa Navarrete; and wonderful aunt...

Jan 31, 2023

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our loving father, Artemio D. Ignacio Jr. He entered into the place of eternal rest on January 31st, 2023 at the tender age of 80-years-old. He was born to parents Artemio Ignacio Sr. and Saturnina Ignacio on January 14th, 1943, in his hometown of San Jose, Nueva...

Jan 29, 2023

Daniel Alan MacLean (81), beloved husband of 58 years to Flora (nee Varvares), and devoted father to Theodore (Ted) and Jason, passed away peacefully at his home in Norwood Park, Chicago, on Sunday, January 29 th , after battling Parkinson's Disease for 18 years.

Born and raised in Roseland on Chicago's South Side, Dan graduated from Fenger...

Jan 9, 2023

Nancy E. Jefferies, 88, loving wife of 53 years of the late Robert; beloved mother of Mary (Brian) Conway, Elizabeth (Douglas) Michalec, Kathleen (Frank) DeLeon, and William (Lisa) Jefferies; devoted grandmother of Joshua, Jonathan, Nathan, Matthew, Lauren, Kenneth, Vanessa, Stephanie, Christopher, Madeline, and Andrew; cherished great-grandmother of Ivy Jefferies; dedicated sister of the late William Disselhorst and the late...

Jan 1, 2023

Christopher Chaturanarong, 81, loving father of Somkanae and Somsakul Dangchuen; beloved brother of Nongnuch; beloved friend of Umpha Sikarinthra, Chantimar Sriaroon, Nopamas Pitskul, Michael Kuenstler and many others.

Christopher came to the US in 1967 and was able to follow his dream of being in the fashion industry and helping others. He was the alteration shop manager...

Dec 29, 2022

Rita M. Oltmann, 91, passed away peacefully on December 29, 2022.

Memorial Visitation to be on Thursday, January, 19, 2023 from 11 a.m. until time of service.

Chapel service will begin at 12 p.m. at Kolbus - John V. May Funeral Home, 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago, IL. Interment to follow at St. Adalbert Cemetery,...

Dec 29, 2022

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of our sweet beloved mother, Fe M. Ignacio. She died peacefully in her sleep surrounded by family at her home in Chicago, IL on December 29th, 2022 at the tender age of 80 years old. She was born to loving parents, Encarnation and Marciano Macahasa Sr. on February...

Dec 28, 2022

Beloved husband of Rosa; Loving father of Brian and Steven; Dear grandfather of Adelena, Angelo, Oliver Burghgraef-Esparza and Steven Jr.  Visitation Wednesday from 9:00 am to the Time of Service 12:00 Noon.  Service at Kolbus - John V. May Funeral Home 6857 W Higiins ave, Chicago.  Interment Maryhill Cemetery, Niles.  For info 773-774-3232

Dec 26, 2022

Dennis J. Brown, age 77; beloved husband of the late Karen D.; loving father, step-father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother and friend to many. Visitation, Thursday, December 29, 2022 at Kolbus-May Funeral Home 6857 W. Higgins Ave., Chicago from 4 to 9 p.m. with a Prayer Service at 7:00 p.m. For information, 773-774-3232 or www.kolbusmayfh.com

Nov 30, 2022

Tammy Brown, 48, of Chicago passed away peacefully with her loving dog by her side.

She is survived by her two daughters and son, her sister, father, and two nieces. Tammy was preceded in death by her mother and brother.

All services held privately. Interment at Union Ridge Cemetery, Chicago IL.

For information,...

Nov 27, 2022

Jean Anne Kennedy died on Sunday, November 27, 2022 at Resurrection Hospital. She was a dedicated daughter to Mary and Charles Kennedy and a loving sister to (the late) Jimmy (Eleanor) Kennedy. Jean was a proud aunt to Michael (Tracy), Kathleen (Rick), Theresa, John (Wendy), and Mary (Jay). Her life was brightened by grand nieces and nephews: Cameron, Ricky,...

Nov 26, 2022

James A. Liput Sr., Loving husband of Patricia, nee Jamieson. Devoted father of James Jr. (Kelly) Liput and Shane (Cassie) Liput. Cherished grandpa of James III, Gabriella, and Owen. Beloved brother of Joseph (Joyce) Liput, Donald (Mary) Liput, Gregory Liput, and the late Stanley and Richard Liput. Dear brother-in-law of Jan (Joe) Ohrem. Fond uncle and great uncle to...

Nov 25, 2022

Elaine S. Karbowski, Beloved wife of the late Dennis Karbowski CFD. Loving daughter of the late James (Martha) Kosmopolis Sr. Devoted mother of Daniel (the late) Marcia Karbowski, June (Anthony) Rossetti, Janice (Greg Gettes) Minch, Anthony (Laura) Karbowski, Jennifer (the late Phil) Holmgren, and James (Nicole) Karbowski. Cherished grandmother to Tony (Lindsay), Theresa (Blake), Robert, Elisa (Chris), Michelle (Bob),...

Nov 10, 2022

Michael J. Doyle, 52, USMC Master Sergeant of Norwood Park, unexpectedly passed away November 10, 2022. Beloved husband of Denise. Loving father of Jack (fiancée Jess), stepfather of Jaclyn and Kalyn Story. Cherished son of Josephine (the late William Doyle) Ploetz. Dear brother of Patrick (Kimberly) and Brian (Katherine) Doyle. Dearest uncle of Keara (Andrew) Champigny, Connor and Finn....

Nov 5, 2022

Fern D. Lendy, 92, Loving wife of the late Robert; beloved mother of Dan (Paula), Ryan (Pamela), Terry (Susie), Murray (Julie) and Greg (Lisa); devoted grandmother of Tom, Tarl, Talon, Talaena, Caroline, Nick, Mike, Raschel, Andrew, Christina, Caleb, Sarah, Hannah, Jared, Stephen and Jacob; cherished great-grandmother of 17. Memorial Gathering, Sunday, November 20th from 1:00 p.m. until time of...