OBITUARIES AND PASSINGS

Alfred Lee Neloms, 79 of Chicago, Illinois passed away on November 28, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Virginia LaRock, 94 of Janesville Wisconsin and more recently Evanston, Illinois passed away on November 27, 2023 in  Evanston, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in  Evanston, Illinois.

Ruby Louise Bryant Youhas, 85 of Columbus, Ohio and more recently Chicago, Illinois passed away on November 27, 2023 in  Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in  Chicago, Illinois.

Samantha Cooper, 23 of Canton, Ohio and more recently Woodstock, Illinois passed away on November 26, 2023 in Woodstock, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Woodstock, Illinois.

Amy Reimer, 53 of McHenry, Illinois and more recently Beach Park, Illinois passed away on November 26, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

Barbara Helen Swiatek, 88 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Mount Prospect, Illinois passed away on November 26, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

Carol Riess, 73 of Dayton, Ohio and more recently St. Louis Missouri passed away on November 22, 2023 in  Highland Park, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in  Highland Park, Illinois.

Shirley Ozolins,86 of Cleveland, Ohio and more recently Arlington Heights, Illinois passed away on November 19, 2023 in  Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in  Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Velma Irene Voglein, 91 of Columbus, Ohio and more recently Arlington Heights, Illinois passed away on November 16, 2023 in  Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in  Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Beverly Scott Bly, 75 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Marengo, Illinois passed away on November 16, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

Paul Walter Fahrenkrog, 90 of Chicago, Illinois passed away on November 15, 2023 in Libertyville, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Libertyville, Illinois.

John Carroll Padgett, 75 of West Virginia and more recently Hanover Park, Illinois passed away on November 11, 2023 in Elk Gove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Hanover Park, Illinois.

Annette Marie Smith, 80 of Milwaukee, Wisconsin and more recently Woodstock, Illinois passed away on November 12, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

William J. Semmler, 69 of Chicago, Illinois passed away on November 10, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Frank Arthur Bufka, 89 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Elgin, Illinois passed away on November 5, 2023 in Elgin, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elgin, Illinois.

Josephine Heyza, 93 of Detroit, Michigan and more recently Streamwood, Illinois passed away on November 5, 2023 in Schaumburg, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Schaumburg, Illinois.

John E. Yonkus, 52 of Alton, Illinois and more recently Aurora, Illinois passed away on October 31, 2023 in Elgin, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elgin, Illinois.

Shelley L. Rose, 59 of Bartlett, Illinois and more recently Elgin, Illinois passed away on October 29, 2023 in Elgin, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elgin, Illinois.

Walter John Chwarzynski, 83 of Chicago, Illinois passed away on October 24, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Valentina Berova, 80 of Russia and more recently Arlington Heights, Illinois passed away on October 21, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Blair Ann Hull, 75 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Skokie, Illinois passed away on October 21, 2023 in Wilmette, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Wilmette, Illinois.

James Michael Hogan, 66 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Tinley Park, Illinois passed away on October 21, 2023 in Tinley Park, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Tinley Park, Illinois.

Kathleen Ann Vosmik, 66 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Elgin, Illinois passed away on October 21, 2023 in Elgin, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elgin, Illinois.

Francis Clayton Glenn, 66 of Woodstock, Illinois and more recently Niles, Illinois passed away on October 14, 2023 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Hazel Lee Wilkens, 65 of Indianola, Mississippi and more recently Libertyville, Illinois passed away on October 14, 2023 in Libertyville, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Libertyville, Illinois.

Shelley Ann Worth, 49 of Villa Park, Illinois and more recently Waukegan, Illinois passed away on October 10, 2023 in Waukegan, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Waukegan, Illinois.

Ernesto Ladron de Guevara, 49 of Mexico and more recently Elgin, Illinois passed away on October 7, 2023 in Elgin, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elgin, Illinois.

Sidney Simmons Sr., 70 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Gary, Indiana passed away on October 6, 2023 in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Oak Lawn, Illinois.

Kathleen Ann Vukmanic, 66 of Chicago, Illinois  passed away on October 3, 2023 in Evanston, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Evanston, Illinois.

Calvin Joseph Friedt, 66 of Joliet, Illinois passed away on September 29, 2023 in Joliet, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Joliet, Illinois.

Lewis Topps, 69 of Holcomb, Mississippi and more recently Maywood, Illinois passed away on September 30, 2023 in Maywood, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Maywood, Illinois.

Nancy Ellen Greco, 75 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Schaumburg passed away on September 28, 2023 in Schaumburg, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Schaumburg, Illinois.

Jack C. Learn, 101 of Dixonville, Pennsylvania and more recently Hoffman Estates, Illinois passed away on September 24, 2023 in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

Carole Lee Mikula, 67 of Elmhurst, Illinois and more recently Hanover Park, Illinois passed away on September 23, 2023 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Placido Garcia Villalobos, 82 of Venezuela and more recently Streamwood, Illinois passed away on September 21, 2023 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Cheryl C. Armstrong, 75 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Homewood, Illinois passed away on September 20, 2023 in Hazel Crest, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Hazel Crest, Illinois.

Connie Maciuszak, 84 of Poland and more recently Rolling Meadows, Illinois passed away on September 20, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

John Catlin, 75 of Ottawa, Illinois and more recently Chicago, Illinois passed away on September 17, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Martin Burks, 60 of Chicago, Illinois passed away on September 17, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Dallas Saxour, 48 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Tinley Park, Illinois passed away on September 13, 2023 in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Oak Lawn, Illinois.

Guy A. Pokorny, 54 of Berwyn, Illinois and more recently Glendale Heights, Illinois passed away on September 11, 2023 in Glendale Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Glendale Heights, Illinois.

Donald J. Dean, 92 of Jersey City, New Jersey and more recently Addison, Illinois passed away on September 9, 2023 in Addison, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Addison, Illinois.

Michael Watts, passed away on September 8, 2023 in Oak Lawn, Illinois surrounded by his wife and daughter. He was 65 years old. He was born July 19, 1958 in Fresno, CA to Jack and Marion Jeanette Watts. Michael was loved and cherished by his wife Katherine, his daughter Natalie, his father Jack (Sandra), his brother Jack Jr., his niece Rhiannon, and his great-niece Amara.  Michael was a loyal friend to many. He could always be counted on for his strength, compassion, and advice. He will be remembered for his dry sense of humor and quick wit.  Michael supported several charities including the Elmhurst-Yorkfield Food Pantry where he provided IT assistance to help keep up with technology changes as the pantry grew. He also volunteered for the pantry’s monthly mobile market program.  Michael was the ultimate family man, always making his wife and daughter his top priority. His romantic and sentimental nature will be greatly missed by his family.

Julia Palzelo-Dumler, 70 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Hoffman Estates, Illinois passed away on September 7, 2023 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Martin Labahn, 65 of Normal, Illinois and more recently Elk Grove Village, Illinois passed away on September 4, 2023 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Ruth Ella Murray, 70 of Dekalb, Mississippi and more recently Chicago, Illinois passed away on September 4, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Norbert A. Darmofal, 89 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Palatine, Illinois passed away on September 4, 2023 in Palatine, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Palatine, Illinois.

George R. Wold, 71 of Cicero, Illinois and more recently Oak Lawn, Illinois passed away on September 1, 2023 in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Oak Lawn, Illinois.

Harvey Dohm Jr., 77 of Scotland and more recently Mundelein, Illinois passed away on August 31, 2023 in Mundelein, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Mundelein, Illinois.

Rodrigo Arguelles, 76 of the Philippines and more recently Gurnee, Illinois passed away on August 30, 2023 in Libertyville, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Libertyville, Illinois.

Dorothy Esmail,  95, a 62-year resident of Palatine, passed away in her home Thursday, August 29 2023. She was born in Chicago, Il on October 24, 1927. She was preceded in death by her husband John Esmail and her parents John and Nancy Odishoo and sisters Lillian, Doris, and Jean.

She is survived by her children Robert (Cheryl) Thomas and Debra; grandchildren Emily Kober (Philip) and Tyler (Victoria). Dorothy has 2 great grandchildren Jaxson and Finley Esmail. She is also survived by 2 sisters-in-laws, Carole (Jim) Porter and Miriam Esmail, along with many nieces and nephews. Dorothy was employed by Spotnails Corporation in Rolling Meadows for over 30 years. Her enjoyment in life was attending special family milestones through the years. She also participated in a monthly cousin club luncheon and church luncheon. She enjoyed following Chicago Sports on television. Dorothy was a member of St Johns United Church of Christ for over 30 years.

A memorial service will be held Friday, September 22 nd at St John’s United Church of Christ, 308 N

Evergreen Arlington Heights, il. Visitation at 9:30am with service to follow at 10:30am.

In lieu of flowers, please support Journey Care Hospice located at 405 Lake Zurich RD Barrington, IL

60610 or St Johns United Church of Christ located at 308 N Evergreen Arlington Hts, Il 60004.

Alfredo Lamont Lopez, Jr., 51 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Arlington Heights, Illinois passed away on August 28, 2023 in Des Plaines, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Des Plaines, Illinois.

Davis Buss, 75 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Park City, Illinois passed away on August 26, 2023 in Park City, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Park City, Illinois.

Shannon S. Chrenko, 52 of St. Charles, Illinois and more recently Sugar Grove, Illinois passed away on August 24, 2023 in Sugar Grove, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Sugar Gove, Illinois.

Martin McCowan, 62 of Chicago, Illinois passed away on August 24, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Eleanor Nauman, 93 of Maplewood, New Jersey and more recently Lake Barrington, Illinois passed away on August 23, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

Elaine Darlene Ratz, 76 of Crystal Lake, Illinois passed away on August 18, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois. Mom gave us one job: watch her fanny pack while she was in the rehab center for physical therapy. Mom always said her life was in her fanny pack… and we lost her fanny pack on August 18th, 2023. In our defense, she never said which fanny pack held her life in it at the time… she had so many fanny packs! Was her life in the cow shaped one? In the blinding yellow one? In the obnoxious bedazzled one? Knowing mom, it was probably in the free fanny pack she got with her Costco membership… because the others were only for “special” occasions. If her life really was in her fanny pack, then that explains why it was always busting at the seams… her life was packed full of faith, love, struggles, humor, tears, and joy. But maybe her fanny pack was just crammed full of condiment packets from Cracker Barrel that she insisted came with the meal? We may never know since we never dared to “rummage” through it. Elaine Darlene Ratz (Slack) saw God’s promise in Matthew 5:8 fulfilled upon her passing on August 18, 2023. Our mom had the purest, most gentle heart. She loved without judgement and forgave without hesitation. Her wit brought us many smiles and her shoulder soaked up many of our tears. She was humble… always grateful to the Lord for his redeeming grace. We were blessed with the perfect (for us) wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She loved so deeply and was loved so deeply. We know, Mom… we aren’t saying goodbye… just see you later. Please join us on Sept 23, 2023 at 10am at The Pointe Outreach Center in Crystal Lake, IL for a celebration of mom’s life. Lunch will be provided… and if you’re wearing a fanny pack, feel free to take as many condiments you want in her memory. 

Max Ed Carter, 72 of Milan, Tennessee and more recently Chicago, Illinois passed away on August 18, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Joseph Della Croce, 84 of Malden, Massachusetts, and more recently Schaumburg, Illinois passed away on August 15, 2023 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Melvin R. Krumske, 69 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Valparaiso, Indiana passed away on August 12, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Stephen Skolozynski, 78 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Elk Grove Village, Illinois passed away on August 9, 2023 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove Village, Illinois

Dale Bennett, 67 of Melbourne, Florida, and more recently Gilberts, Illinois passed away on August 6, 2023 in Proviso Township Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Gilberts, Illinois.

Renso Gasparotto, 71 of Detroit, Michigan, and more recently Hoffman Estates, Illinois passed away on July 30, 2023 in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

George Hazlett, 89 of New Kensington, Pennsylvania and more recently Schaumburg, Illinois passed away on July 29, 2023 in Schaumburg, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Schaumburg, Illinois.

Charles Richard Schlosser, 65 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Oak Lawn, Illinois passed away on July 28, 2023 in Oak Lawn, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Oak Lawn, Illinois.

Marlene L. Schelsky, 77 of Des Plaines, Illinois and more recently Hoffman Estates, Illinois passed away on July 27, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

Arsenio Lee Holloway, 31 of Chicago, Illinois passed away on July 22, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Dorothy Lee Gribble, 68 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Arlington Heights, Illinois passed away on July 17, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Karen M. Miranda, 66 of Hawaii and more recently Buffalo Grove, Illinois passed away on July 13, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

Lawrence M. Thompson, 64 of Gardena, California and more recently Arlington Heights, Illinois passed away on July 11, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois

Charles E. Black, 70 of East Liverpool, Ohio and more recently Barrington, Illinois passed away on July 11, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

Evan M. Jeide, 37 of Mankato, Minnesota and more recently Gurnee, Illinois passed away on July 9, 2023 in Gurnee, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Gurnee, Illinois.

Stanley J. Jurkowski, 78 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Carol Stream, Illinois passed away on July 8, 2023 in Carol Stream, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Carol Stream, Illinois.

Cheryl Bracy, 58 of Park Ridge, Illinois and more recently Des Plaines, Illinois passed away on July 6, 2023 in Des Plaines, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Des Plaines, Illinois.

Jennings Adams, 76 of Logan, West Virginia and more recently McHenry, Illinois passed away on July 6, 2023 in McHenry, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in McHenry, Illinois.

Anthony Fuches, 47 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Bolingbrook, Illinois passed away on

July 3, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Samuel S. Tumino Jr., 76 of Cleveland, Ohio and more recently Mundelein, Illinois passed away on July 5, 2023 in Libertyville, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Libertyville, Illinois.

Wanda Jean Engle, 70  passed away on July 5, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

Russell Edwin Johnson, Jr., 65 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Schaumburg, Illinois passed away on June 30, 2023 in Naperville, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Naperville, Illinois.

Rose Silakowski, 81 of Joliet, Illinois passed away on June 29, 2023 in Joliet, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Joliet, Illinois.

Malissa Cheatom, 52 of Des Moines, Iowa and more recently Aurora, Illinois passed away on June 26, 2023 in Hinsdale, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Hinsdale, Illinois.

Kathy L. Chapman, 67 of Newport News, Virginia and more recently McHenry, Illinois passed away on June 24, 2023 in McHenry, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in McHenry, Illinois.

William Shimkus, 74 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Lemont, Illinois passed away on June 23, 2023 in Lemont, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Lemont, Illinois.

Grzegorz Mirkowicz, 50 of Poland and more recently Schiller Park, Illinois passed away on June 20, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

Randy Martin Colby, 71 of Chicago and more recently Glen Ellyn, Illinois passed away on June 20, 2023 in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

Janet Shanley, 82 of Pottstown, PA and more recently Arlington Heights, Illinois passed away on June 21, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Haisu Gong, 59 of China and more recently Arlington Heights, Illinois passed away on June 16, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Eric Carr, 64 of Palatine, Illinois passed away on June 17, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Bryce Baker, 56 of Evanston, Illinois and more recently Antioch, Illinois passed away on June 15, 2023 in Libertyville, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Libertyville, Illinois.

Clifford Miller, 93 of  Brookhaven, Mississippi and more recently Evergreen Park passed away on June 15, 2023 in Libertyville, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Libertyville, Illinois.

Rosa Popov, 75 of Bosnia and Herzegovina and more recently Schaumburg, Illinois passed away on June 14, 2023 in Schaumburg, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Schaumburg, Illinois.

Eugene J. Klesta, 77 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Naperville, Illinois passed away on June 11, 2023 in Naperville, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Naperville, Illinois.

Russell Louis DeLorge Jr., known to his loved ones as Russ, passed away on June 9th, 2023 at the age of 66 in Park Ridge, IL. He was born on December 2nd, 1956 in Bay City, MI to his mother Grace DeLorge and his late father Russell DeLorge Sr.

Russ was a graduate of Wheeling High School and served in the United States Air Force. He was a proud veteran and his service was an important part of his life.Russ was a long-time employee at Northrop Grumman and Plexus. He was a dedicated worker who took pride in his job.

In his free time, Russ enjoyed riding his bike and keeping up with the latest technologies. He was also a Chicago sports fan, especially the Cubs and the Bears. Russ was easy-going and enjoyed spending time with his dog Missy.

Russ is survived by his loving wife Laura Randazzo, step son Sam Randazzo III, his mother Grace DeLorge, his sister Susan DeLorge, his brother Steven DeLorge, Gina DeLorge, and niece Jaimee DeLorge and Aiden Schultz. Memorial services for Russ will be private.

He will be dearly missed by all who knew him.

Mary Elizabeth Misch, 65 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Round Lake Beach, Illinois passed away on June 5, 2023 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Lloyd A. Austin, 64 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Libertyville, Illinois passed away on May 31, 2023 in Libertyville, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Libertyville, Illinois.

Robert Frank Aulabaugh, 78 of Elgin and more recently Joliet, passed away suddenly in Chicago on May 29, 2023. He is survived by his loving wife of 52 years, Joyce Celig Aulabaugh, his sons Scott Aulabaugh and Joseph Aulabaugh. He was the dear brother to Lou Ellen Schweitzer (the late Bill), Kathleen (Jack) Pedigo and Kerry (Cindy) Aulabaugh. He is also survived by many nieces and nephews.  He was predeceased by his father Robert E. Aulabaugh, his mother Amy Carr Lowman, his step-father William Lowman and his brother Kirt Lowman.

Robert attended Plainfield High School and proudly served his country as an Airman First Class. Outside of work Robert loved the outdoors and enjoyed fishing and hunting. He also enjoyed his trips to Las Vegas and Biloxi, Mississippi.  

Robert will be missed. 

Isaac Jonathon Benson White of Racine, Wisconsin and more recently Chicago, Illinois, passed away on May 28, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Paul Henke, 71 of Waukegan and more recently Mt Prospect, Illinois passed away on May 23, 2023 in Mount Prospect, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Mount Prospect, Illinois.

Ved Goel, 87 of India and more recently Mt Prospect, Illinois passed away on May 23, 2023 in Mount Prospect, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Mount Prospect, Illinois.

Jerry Edgar Carney, 93 of Detroit, Michigan and more recently Downers Grove, Illinois passed away on May 22, 2023 in Westmont, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Westmont, Illinois.

Michael Alberti, 85 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Elk Grove Village, Illinois passed away on May  21, 2023 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Gudrun Sandstedt, 95 of Sweden and more recently Lake Zurich, Illinois passed away on May 20, 2023 in Lake Zurich, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Lake Zurich, Illinois.

Amelia Fernandez, 94 of Mexico and more recently Arlington Heights, Illinois passed away on May 19, 2023 in Wheeling, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Wheeling, Illinois.

Juan Francisco Gonzalez, 70 of Lares, Puerto Rico and more recently Chicago, Illinois passed away on May 18, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

James Leone, 65 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Hanover Park, Illinois passed away on May 8, 2023 in Des Plaines, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Des Plaines, Illinois.

Judith A. Schwartz, 81 of Hopkins, Illinois and more recently Evanston, Illinois passed away on May 11, 2023 in Highland Park, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Highland Park, Illinois.

Genevieve Oratowski, 83 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Wood Dale, Illinois passed away on May 14, 2023 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove Village, Illinois.

Joseph Clark, 40 of Hinsdale, Illinois and more recently Joliet, Illinois passed away on May 13, 2023 in Minooka, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Joliet, Illinois

Edward Palaima, 67 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Schaumburg, Illinois passed away on May 12, 2023 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove, Illinois.

Linda Cunningham, 92 of Oak Park, Illinois and more recently Geneva, Illinois passed away on May 11, 2023 in Geneva, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Geneva, Illinois.

Donald Olson, 60 of Park Ridge, Illinois and more recently Rockford, Illinois passed away on May 9, 2023 in Rockford, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Rockford, Illinois.

Martina Simpson, 92 of Libertyville, Illinois and more recently Grayslake, Illinois passed away on May 6, 2023 in Grayslake, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Grayslake, Illinois.

James O'Neill, 77 of Arlington Heights, Illinois passed away on April 27, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Jose Gallegos, 99 of Mexico and more recently Wheeling, Illinois passed away on April 27, 2023 in Wheeling, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Wheeling, Illinois.

Zona Levins, 92 of Beetown, Wisconsin and more recently Dubuque, Iowa passed away on April 25, 2023 in Ottawa, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Ottawa, Illinois.

Michael Sawczuk, 74 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Algonquin, Illinois passed away on April 23, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

Roger Peck Selvala, 72 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Arlington Heights, Illinois passed away on April 23, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Margaret Mary White, 89 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Des Plaines, Illinois passed away on April 22, 2023 in Park Ridge, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Park Ridge, Illinois.

Manuela Melendez, 88 of Honduras and more recently Pinegree, Illinois passed away on April 19, 2023 in Pinegree, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Pinegree, Illinois.

Ronna Peters, 61 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Lake Villa, Illinois passed away on April 16, 2023 in Lake Villa, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Lake Villa, Illinois.

Marie Mancusco, 94 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Mt. Prospect, Illinois passed away on April 15, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

Stefano Caputo, 67 of Mola Di Bari, Italy and more recently Berwyn, Illinois passed away on April 13, 2023 in Berwyn, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Berwyn, Illinois.

Leslie Bencsics, 85 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Mt. Prospect, Illinois passed away on April 12, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Craig Alan Grimes, 73 of Arlington, Virginia and more recently Sandwich, Illinois passed away on April 7, 2023 in Sandwich, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Sandwich, Illinois.

Jennifer M. Fredin, 77 of Tampa, Florida and more recently Lake Zurich, Illinois passed away on April 9, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Jason Peck, 51 of Las Vegas, Nevada and more recently Arlington Heights, Illinois passed away on April 7, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Clara Maxwell, 85 of Arizona and more recently Chicago, Illinois passed away on April 7, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Linda M. Grams, 66 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Hoffman Estates, Illinois passed away on April 5, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Hoffman Estates, Illinois.

Manoli Tevanyan, 56 of Georgia and more recently Palatine, Illinois passed away on March 25, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Ruth A. Balnis, 43 of Chicago, Illinois passed away on March 23, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Annie D Curran, 89 of Vicksburg, Virginia and more recently Palatine, Illinois passed away on March 23, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Palatine, Illinois.

June P. Suther, 87 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Evanston, Illinois passed away on March 20, 2023 in Wilmette, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Wilmette, Illinois.

Dorothy Klitzing, 94 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Rolling Meadows, Illinois passed away on March 14, 2023 in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Rolling Meadows, Illinois

Vincent Prino, 68 of Chicago, Illinois passed away on March 12, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Michael L. Winsauer, 76 of Madison, Wiscon and more recently McHenry, Illinois passed away on March 13, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

Andrew Mankowski, 39 of Elk Grove, Illinois and more recently Chicago, Illinois passed away on March 11, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

Anne C. Bucher, 63 of Bethesda, Maryland and more recently Palatine, Illinois passed away on March 9, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Palatine, Illinois.

Evelyn M. Cox, 97 of Mowrystown, Ohio and more recently Barrington, Illinois passed away on March 7, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington, Illinois.

Charles T. Rufener, 97 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Rolling Meadows, Illinois passed away on March 3, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

Daniel W. Pittman, 77 of Flint, Michigan and more recently Glen Ellyn, Illinois passed away on March 2, 2023 in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Glen Ellyn, Illinois.

Mary Ann Gardner, 80 of Carlisle, Pennsylvania and more recently Winnetka, Illinois passed away on March 1, 2023 in Winnetka, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Winnetka, Illinois.

Robert L. Peters, 95 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Palatine, Illinois passed away on

March 1, 2023 in Palatine, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Palatine, Illinois.

Daniel C. Jaworski, 64 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Streamwood, Illinois passed away on February 27, 2023 in Streamwood, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Schaumburg at Michael’s Funeral Home - March 9th from 4pm-8pm. 

Krystine Bond, 69 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Inverness, Illinois passed away on February 25, 2023 in Inverness, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Inverness, Illinois.

Diane Taylor, 80 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Rolling Meadows, Illinois passed away on February 24, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights, Illinois.

LePaul Williams, 39 of Chicago, Illinois passed away on February 22, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago, Illinois.

Patricia Ann Donnell, 61 of Boston, Massachusetts and more recently New Lennox, Illinois passed away on February15, 2023 in New Lennox, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in New Lennox, Illinois

Alice J. McKas, 77 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Roselle, Illinois passed away on February14, 2023 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove Village.

Barbara Jean Nepras, 86 of Kansas, Illinois and more recently McHenry, Illinois passed away on February 13, 2023 in McHenry, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in McHenry.

Mark Gruendl, 71 of Harwood Heights, Illinois and more recently Rolling Meadows, Illinois passed away on February13, 2023 in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Rolling Meadows.

Linda Paryga, 74 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Tinley Park, Illinois passed away on February10, 2023 in Joliet, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Joliet.

Alice Burstein, 83 of New York, New York and more recently Chicago, Illinois passed away on February 5, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago.

George M. Rodriguez, 69 of Gonzales, Texas and more recently Waukegan, Illinois passed away on February 3, 2023 in Waukegan, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Waukegan.

Wayne E. Bancroft, Jr., 69 of Great Lakes, Illinois and more recently Downers Grove, Illinois passed away on February 3, 2023 in Downers Grove, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Downers Grove.

Melvina (Betty) E. Greco, 99 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Schaumburg, Illinois passed away on February 2, 2023 in El Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove Village.

Sean J. Huntley, 55 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently North Chicago, Illinois passed away on January 25, 2023 in North Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in North Chicago.

Eloise White-Neal, 65 of Dothan, Alabama and more recently Chicago, Illinois passed away on January 24, 2023 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago.

Gloria Jean Lee, 90 of West Helena, Arkansas and more recently Bolingbrook, Illinois passed away on January 25, 2023 in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Bolingbrook.

Joseph Cesaretti, 87 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Bolingbrook, Illinois passed away on January 25, 2023 in Bolingbrook, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Bolingbrook.

Joseph Bingham, 69 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Lockport, Illinois passed away on January 24, 2023 in New Lennox, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in New Lennox.

Dieter Fischer, 81 of Germany, and more recently Des Plaines, Illinois passed away on January 22, 2023 in Barrington, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Barrington.

Darlene Ciolek

Born November 22, 1931 in Berwyn, Illinois

Died January 21, 2023 in La Grange, Illinois .Darlene Jane Ciolek, 91, of La Grange, Illinois, passed away on January 21, 2023. She was born in Berwyn and attended Morton High School. She later moved to unincorporated Lagrange. Beloved wife of 64 years to the late John Ciolek. Loving mother to Linda Isbell and David Ciolek (Annette) Devoted grandmother of 4 (Jordan, Dylan, Kaitlyn, and Kyle). Cherished great-grandmother of 2 (Skyla and Jaden). Dear sister of the late John Eiselt, Jr. Visitation at 10 AM with a Celebration of life at 11am at Trinity Lutheran Church, 11500 German Church Road., Burr Ridge, 60527. She will be laid to rest at Trinity Lutheran Church Cemetery.
Arrangements entrusted to Journey Cremations. 

Mary E. Sheils, 86 of New York, New York and more recently a Gurnee, Illinois passed away on January 16, 2023 in Gurnee, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Gurnee.

John A. May, 63 of Brooklyn, New York and more recently a Park City, Illinois passed away on January 15, 2023 in Park City, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Park City.

Ann E. Anderson, 87 of Rawlins, Wyoming and more recently Rolling Meadows, Illinois passed away on January 14, 2023 in Rolling Meadows, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Rolling Meadows.

James Cirignani, 65 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently of Elgin, Illinois passed away on January 13, 2023 in Elgin, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elgin.

Amanda S. Ringler, 43 of Colorado Springs, Colorado and more recently of Glendale Heights, Illinois passed away on January 10, 2023 in Glendale Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Glendale Heights.

Patrick A. Reed, 76 of Brooklyn, New York and more recently of Palatine, Illinois passed away on January 6, 2023 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights.

Charles Wolavka, 78 of Oakbrook and more recently of Libertyville, Illinois passed away on January 3, 2023 in Lincolnshire, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Lincolnshire. 

A Celebration of life will take place for Charles on 7/30/23 at 3pm at the Libertyville Civic Center. Address 135 W Church Street, Libertyville, IL 60048.

Allen Hirai, 97 of Hawaii and more recently of Niles, Illinois passed away on January 2, 2023 in Niles, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Niles.

Elizabeth Harris, 74 of Oak Park and more recently Itasca, Illinois passed away on December 31, 2022 in Itasca, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Itasca.

Ken Haworth, 79 of Chicago and more recently Rolling Meadows, Illinois passed away on December 30, 2022 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Rolling Meadows.

Marion Peters, 93 of Chicago, Illinois passed away on December 25, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago.

Edward M Gallagher, 65 of Chicago, and more recently McHenry, Illinois passed away on December 24, 2022 in McHenry, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in McHenry.

Michael Leonardi, 70 of Chicago, Illinois passed away on December 22, 2022 in Elk Grove Village, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elk Grove Village.

Marie Sahs, 74 of Austria and more recently Chicago, Illinois passed away on December 21, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Cicago.

Wladyslawa Kresopolski, 75 of Poland and more recently Homer Glen, Illinois passed away on December 19, 2022 in Homer Glen, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Homer Glen.

Mary Jane Mortenson, 81 of Chicago, Illinois passed away on December 16, 2022 in Elmhurst, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Elmhurst.

Susan Murry, 80 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently New Lennox, Illinois passed away on December 15, 2022 in New Lennox, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in New Lennox

Robert Porter, 70 of Chicago, Illinois  passed away on December 14, 2022 in Hazel Crest, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Hazel Crest.

Henry Eugene Mayer, 75 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Schaumburg, Illinois passed away on December 14, 2022 in Arlington Heights, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Arlington Heights.

David L. Clark, 74 of Columbus, Ohio and more recently Chicago, Illinois passed away on December 12, 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Chicago.

Thomas V. Bracy, 62 of Chicago, Illinois and more recently Des Plaines, Illinois passed away on December 9, 2022 in Park Ridge, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Park Ridge.

John E. Cox, 87 of San Diego, California and more recently Palatine, Illinois passed away on December 9, 2022 in Wheeling, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Wheeling.

Frances M. Hirai, 99 of Torrance, California and more recently Niles, Illinois passed away on December 8, 2022 in Niles, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Niles..

Sarah Stroynowski, 97 of Scotland and more recently Mt. Prospect, Illinois passed away on December 5, 2022 in Des Plaines, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Des Plaines.

Dorothy Kurowski, 87 of Deland, Illinois and more recently Glenview, Illinois passed away on December 5, 2022 in Glenview, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Glenview.

Bridget McWilliams, 82 of Ireland and more recently Hoffman Estates, Illinois passed away on December 4, 2022 in Hoffman Estates, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Hoffman Estates.

Frank Matranga, 95 of Franklin Park, Illinois and more recently Bartlett, Illinois passed away on December 4, 2022 in Bartlett, Illinois. Arrangements by Journey Cremations in Bartlett.

Otis James, Sr. was born August 09, 1941 in Monterey, Louisiana. He retired from Beatrice Food Storage Company. Then, he became a lifelong member of the James Auto-Mechanic business throughout various locations in Chicago, Illinois. Dad loved his time with his brothers and cousins at the “yard” and they helped everyone who needed help.

Dad was preceded in death by his parents, Richard and Mattie; brothers: J.C., Charles, Bobby; sisters: Ernestine, Louisa, and Shirley Mae.

He leaves to cherish his memories his children: Otis jr, LaDonna, Shunna, Marlon, and Sylvester; two brothers: Marvin (Texas), Richard (Louisiana); sister, Marilyn (Illinois); Aunt Jo and a host of grandchildren, great grandchildren, cousins, nieces, nephews, and friends.

Dad lived a peaceful life and made his transition to eternal life on December 2, 2022, at the age of 81. Over the last few years dads’ illnesses became more aggressive. Dad never complained, remained patient, and maintained his peace. So “if you knew him, you knew he was a man of a few words.”  September 2022 dads’ health declined, and the illnesses required hospitalization. During the hospital stays, dad still smiled and say “ok.” 

Dad was a humble man and during his last days, he touched us with his final words and final wishes.

O=originally from Louisiana and loved family reunions in his home state

T=true to the outings on 87th Dan Ryan Woods with the James Gang

I=infamous for being a man of a few words, except for cars, sports, blues 

S=simply put…. Dad you will be missed by all, and we love you. 

***** Dad enjoyed a good smoke with his smoking pipe and favorite tobacco*****

He did it his way!