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Pamela S. Felix

Pamela S. Felix

Mar 11, 2024

Pamela S. Felix, fond and loving cousin to many, preceded in death by her mother Norma L. Cosimano (nee Gliege), step father Frank B. Cosimano, and father Ralph S. Schamne.

A Memorial Service will take place 10:00 a.m., Friday, May 17th, 2024, at City Line Bible Church, Niles, IL.

For information, 773-736-2300.

Rose Mary Bysiek

Rose Mary Bysiek

Mar 11, 2024

Rose Mary Bysiek, 64, of Chicago passed away unexpectedly March 11, 2024. Loving daughter to her late parents, Bruno and Irene, adored sister to Ziggy (Halina) Bysiek, the late Casey (Sophie) Bysiek, Christine (Randy) Dovichi, Janina (Wilburt) Nieves; proud aunt to Paul, Tanya, Michael, Jennifer, Jessica and Great Aunt to Enzo and Emma.

Rose loved her sweet...

Leo Robert Makowski

Leo Robert Makowski

Mar 10, 2024

Leo Robert Makowski, born September 16, 1959, died March 10, 2024 at the age of 64.

Devoted son of Carol Makowski; loving brother to Peter (Lynda Zegar).

Preceded in death by father Leon Makowski and brother Roger Makowski.

Devoted to Sam and Ann Buonauro, Isabella, Gabriella and Anthony Buonauro.

He left...

Ricardo A. Quinonez

Ricardo A. Quinonez

Mar 10, 2024

Ricardo A. Quinonez passed away peacefully on March 10, 2024.

Memorial Visitation, Saturday, March 30, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., Memorial Service 6:00 p.m., interment held privately.

For information, 773-736-2300.

Lorraine A. Lundberg

Lorraine A. Lundberg

Mar 5, 2024

Lorraine A. Lundberg, beloved wife of the late Charles Lundberg and the late Leonard Kolman; dearest sister of the late Thomas (Lydia) Kwit; cherished aunt of Joseph Kwit, Tracy Kwit (Kerry Skarbakka) and Matthew (Natalie) Kwit; great-aunt of Katelyn, Rainier and Alfrieda. Visitation, Tuesday, from 4 to 8 p.m. Funeral Prayers, Wednesday, 9:45 a.m. at Lawrence Funeral Home 4800...

John Warren Puttrich

John Warren Puttrich

Feb 7, 2024

John Warren Puttrich, beloved father of David (Kristin) Puttrich and Jasmine (Ricky) Vasquez; cherished grandfather of Grayson, Blake, Teagan and expecting grandfather to Baby Vasquez; dearest son of the late Thomas and  Arona, step-son of Adelaide; dear brother of Arona Puttrich (Brian Piggott) and Douglas (Roxanne) Puttrich; fond uncle of Alysse (Osmund), Brad, Joseph and Thomas. John had a...

Ireneusz J. Lyko

Ireneusz J. Lyko

Jan 27, 2024

Z głębokim żalem zawiadamiamy że 27 stycznia 2024 roku w wieku 74 pożegnał się z tym światem najukochańszy mąż, wujek, przyjaciel i brat Ireneusz Łyko.

Wizyta w środę w Lawrence Funeral Home, 4800 N. Austin Ave. Chicago, IL od 9:00 do rozpoczęcia modlitw pogrzebowych o 11:00 w kościele św. Konstancji, Msza św. o 11:30 Złożenie do grobu...

Franciszek Lis

Franciszek Lis

Jan 22, 2024

Franciszek Lis, known by many as Franek, passed away at the age of 91 on January 22, 2024. Beloved husband of Anna Lis (nee Plachno); loving father of Barbara (Peter) Biernat, Renata Lis (Krzysztof Szmurlo); endearing grandfather of Christopher (Jessica Gal) and Robert Szmurlo; Stephanie, John, and Paul Biernat. Loving uncle and friend of many in the United States...

Maria C. De Leon

Maria C. De Leon

Jan 17, 2024

Maria Celedonia "Celia" DeLeon, age 94, passed away suddenly in Rogers, AR on January 17th 2024.   Born in Guatemala in 1929 Maria relocated to Chicago Illinois in 1968 with her husband Efrain DeLeon and three children, Luis, Byron and Juan DeLeon.  As a longtime employee of the Chicago school district, Maria worked tirelessly to provide for her family.  In...

Marcin Mazur

Marcin Mazur

Jan 14, 2024

Visitation Friday from 4pm to 9pm.

Prayers Saturday at Lawrence Funeral Home 10am.

Mass at St. Rosalie Church 10:30 am.

Interment Maryhill Cemetery.

Mark A Kozlowski

Mark A Kozlowski

Dec 30, 2023

Mark A. Kozlowski, 51, loving son of Sophie (Eric); cherished nephew of Jan (Gene) Mider and Henry (Sandra) Mider; devoted cousin of Terry Quinn-Mider, Chrissy Mider, and Jan (Janine) Mider Jr., great-cousin of Brayden, Riley, Delany, and Michael; and treasured nephew and cousin of many family members in Poland.

Visitation, Thursday January 4, 2024 from 4:00 p.m....

Robert Emerson Bender

Robert Emerson Bender

Dec 20, 2023

Robert "Bob" Emerson Bender, 69, of Chicago passed away December 20. He is survived by his wife, Virginia "Gina", to whom he spent nine happy years of marriage with, after knowing her closely for six years prior to. Bob and Gina enjoyed trips to the Philippines, Texas, and Las Vegas. He will be deeply missed by Gina, and his...

Firhiwot Hailu Abebe

Firhiwot Hailu Abebe

Dec 18, 2023

Firhiwot Hailu Abebe, 43, of Chicago, passed away Monday, December 18. Loving wife of Wubshat Haile; adoring mother of Yabsera Gebrekidan, Euel Gebrekidan, Elias Gebrekidan, and Adonai Gebrekidan.

A prayer service will take place on Friday, December 22, beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Lawrence Funeral Home, 4800 N. Austin Ave. Chicago, IL 60630. Interment to follow, 12:00...

Patrick A. Butler

Patrick A. Butler

Dec 14, 2023

Patrick Anthony Butler at rest, December 14, 2023.  Loving partner of Kathryn Hills; Proud father of Kathleen Butler Greenan; Father-in-law of Ryan Greenan; Grandfather of Patrick (Paddy) and Declan; Brother of Regina Dziewior; Uncle of John Dziewior; Cousin of Terry Butler and his wife, Gertrude; Son of Valerie Sankauskas and Thomas Butler.  A grateful Maryville kid, reporter for Lerner...

Ronald J. Stagg

Ronald J. Stagg

Dec 10, 2023

Retired Asst Deputy Fire Commissioner, CFD. Ronald J Stagg, 80, beloved husband of Roberta (nee Knie); dear father of Brian, step-father of Michael (Stephanie), and Mark (Erin) Hemmerling; proud grandpa of Keira, Zoe, Nora, Amelia. He is preceded in death by his parents, Joseph and Helen Stegowski and his sister Arlene Stegowski. Visitation, Friday December 15, from 4 to...

Amelia Kieparda-Kolak

Amelia Kieparda-Kolak

Dec 5, 2023

Amelia Kieparda-Kolak, age 99. Beloved wife to the late Mike Kolak and Mieczyslaw Kieparda; cherished step-mother of Diane and Michael (Debra) Kolak; fond grandma to Lauren, Andrew (Alice), and Sarah. Lie In-State, Tuesday, December 12, 9:00 a.m. until the time of Mass of Christian Burial, 10:00 a.m., at St. Bruno Church, 4751 S. Harding Ave. Chicago, IL 60632. Interment...

Jennifer L. Hutton

Jennifer L. Hutton

Dec 3, 2023

Jennifer L. Hutton, 61, lifetime resident of Chicago, passed away at home on December 3, 2023. She is survived by her mother, Dorothy Hutton, brother Frank (Heidi) Hutton, cherished friend Greg Cihak, her aunt Mary Lou (William) George, and many other extended family members and friends. Services held privately. For information, 773-736-2300.

Annie Vicens

Annie Vicens

Dec 3, 2023

Annie Vicens, 75, loving mother of Jose, Annette (Matt), Eric (Laura), and the late Lisette; cherished grandma of Amanda, Amber, Abby, Oliver, Vanessa, Chloe, Jayden, Eliana, and upcoming triplet boys; great-grandma of Camila; devoted sister of Gladys, Johnnie, and the late Carmen.

Annie was a beacon of selflessness and love, with an unwavering commitment to putting family...

Roberto Almaraz

Roberto Almaraz

Dec 2, 2023

Roberto Almaraz, 94, beloved husband, father, grandfather, uncle, great-uncle, and friend to many.

Visitation, Tuesday, December 5, 2023 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at Lawrence Funeral Home, 4800 N. Austin Ave., Chicago, IL 60630.

Interment will be held in Tayahua, Zacatecas Mexico in the future.

Joan Margaret Roth

Joan Margaret Roth

Nov 23, 2023

Joan Margaret Wallace Roth, 100, of Chicago, was taken up to heaven on November 23, 2023.

Mrs. Roth was born in Cottage Grove, WI. She graduated from the University of Wisconsin, Madison with a degree in nursing before joining the Army Nursing Corps and attaining the rank of 2nd Lieutenant during World War II. While serving in...

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