Obituaries
Terri M. Schmidt
Jan 18, 2024
Terri, the most selfless person imaginable, as described by her granddaughter, passed away in her sleep at home on January 18th. Terri enlisted into the Air Force after high school and served only 3 years because the love of her life could not stand to be without her. While being kind to those she loved, her “take no guff” attitude...
Susan M. McDonnell
Jan 16, 2024
Susan M. McDonnell (nee O’Brien), loving wife of the late John. Daughter of the late John and Marie Klaczak. She was preceded in death by her sister Judy (the late Miguel Llobrea) brothers John (the late Rosita), Robert (Mary), Ricky, and Sister-in-Law Mary (the later Robert Duffels). Loving Sister-in-Law of Anna McDonnell, and Eileen (Ernie Nottger). Fond Aunt of many...
Kent A. Mazique Sr.
Jan 14, 2024
Kent A. Mazique Sr., 71, resident of Arlington Heights, IL passed away suddenly on January 14, 2024.
Kent was known to be a kind, humorous, intelligent, spiritual, athletic, health and environmentally-conscious man; a loving parent; and an amazing grandpa with the brightest smiles for everybody. His love of God, life, and family was central to his being.
Born in Chicago on July...
Alice Boyajian
Jan 13, 2024
Alice Lillian Boyajian (birth name Samarjian)
August 17, 1934 - January 13, 2024
Hopkinton, Massachusetts – Palos Heights, IL
It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Alice Lillian Boyajian of Palos Heights IL, on January 13th, 2024.
Born on August 17th, 1934 in Hopkinton, Massachusetts, to Armen and Vera Samarjian. Her mother was a survivor of the...
Kenlyn M. Rini
Jan 12, 2024
On January 11, 2024, Kenlyn Meryl Rini departed this world on the wings of angels - not a euphemism. Her family witnessed this miracle and are still finding feathers. If you knew our mother, a winged escort into The Holy Mystery is not out of the realm of possibilities.
In her 82 years, Kenlyn wore many hats: wife, mother, godmother, grandmother,...
Evelyn M. Madeja (nee Sala)
Jan 11, 2024
Age 97
Beloved wife of the late John Madeja Jr. Loving mother of Carol Madeja. Dear sister-in-law of Thomas Madeja. Fond Aunt of Nancy Stan & many other nieces & nephews.
Former member of St. Clare Archconfraternity & St. Clare Holy Name Society of Jesus & Mary.
Visitation Thursday, January 18th from 3:00pm until 8:00pm.
Chapel Prayers Friday, January 19th,...
Nancy L. Batastini
Jan 8, 2024
Nancy Lynn Batastini, Age 67, of Palos Park, IL, passed away on January 8, 2024.
Nancy is survived by her husband Michael Batastini, daughter Carissa (David) Lauer, son Frank (Anna) Batastini, and grandsons Daniel Lauer and Nicolas Batastini.
Nancy was born in Chicago, IL to Alvin and Nancy Teter on February 19, 1956.
Nancy loved being around her family and...
Patrick Anthony Mulhearn
Jan 6, 2024
Patrick A. Mulhearn, retired Chicago Police Officer and beloved partner of Carol Nelson, dearest brother of Michael and Gloria of Galesburg, Michigan, and Mary Maziarka and the late David of Milton, Georgia, and fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Many thanks to Palos Hospice for their compassionate care and support. No services or funeral will be held.
Jeanette R. Thelan
Jan 6, 2024
Memorial visitation Saturday, January 13th from 9:30 am until time of memorial service, 10:00 am at the Evangelical Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 7800 West McCarthy Road, Palos Heights.
Interment will be at a later date.
Richard E. Ach
Jan 5, 2024
It is with great sorrow that the family of Richard E. Ach, 89 years old of Palos Heights, IL, husband, father, brother, uncle, grandfather, and friend, announces his passing on January 5, 2024.
Proud father to Richard J. Ach (the late Laurie), Angela Gonzalez (Joe), Elena Kanagandram (Kandiah), Heidi Cotter (John) and Cynthia Edwards (Jayson) and Opa to his grandchildren Gabriella,...
Michael David Stanton
Jan 5, 2024
Michael David Stanton passed away peacefully on January 5, 2024, with his sisters by his side. He was a loving son of the late William and the late LaVerne (Hennessy) Stanton; Beloved brother of the late William, Deborah (the late T. Mark) Poulos, the late Patricia (late Robert) Hansen, Diane (Charles) McKeown, the late James, and LaVerne (Rick) Lathus; Adored...
Donald G. Flood, Sr.
Jan 4, 2024
Donald G. Flood Sr. of Palos Heights passed away on 1/4/2024 after a long illness. Beloved husband of Lorraine (nee Wilson), loving father to Deb (Tim), Don, Dawn (Steve) and his dog Stosh. Proud “Pops” to Brett (Sam), Tyler (Shannon), Abby, Ella and Edie. Cherished great “Pops” to Rowan, Ryann, Tyler, Mac and Griffin. Proceeded in death by his father...
Eli J. Triantafilis
Dec 29, 2023
Eli J. Triantafilis, Proud Member of the Mechanics Union Local 701
Eli, born in Chicago on May 12, 1952 to the late James and Despina Triantafilis. He attended Koraes Elementary School and was a proud graduate of Little Flower High School. Eli retired from his life long career as an Automobile Mechanic for ShireyCadillac in 2018.
Beloved Husband of 45 years to Annette (nee Giovannetti) Triantafilis
Loving Father to Alicia (Patrick) Fagan
Cherished Papou of...
Patricia R. Nicosia
Dec 27, 2023
Patricia R. Nicosia (Nee Greenhill),
Patricia R. Nicosia, 89, passed away peacefully in her St. Francis of Assisi Residence Home surrounded by her adoring family and friends on December 27, 2023. Patricia was born on December 31, 1933, to Parents Margaret (Huck) and Archibald in the city of Chicago. She was a graduate of Sacred Heart High School for Girl’s...
Amy L. White
Dec 24, 2023
Amy Lynn White (nee Boss)
Age 39 passed away peacefully Christmas Eve, December 24, 2023, with her loving husband Bob by her side. She was a loving mother, wife, daughter, daughter-in-law, sister, sister-in-law, aunt, niece, cousin, and friend who will be missed by all who knew her.
Amy is survived by her husband of 15 years, Bob, as well as...
Anthony J. Casale
Dec 21, 2023
Anthony J. Casale of Palos Heights passed away December 21, 2023 at the age of 91.
Tony, a dedicated family man and Army Veteran, grew up in Little Italy. He became a respected South Chicago Hospital Administrator and dedicated his life and career to the service of others. In his retirement, he served on the board of Sertoma Center.
Beloved...
Josephine Passarelli
Dec 20, 2023
Josephine Passarelli (nee Bilotta)
Beloved wife of the late Frank C. Passarelli.Loving mother of Carol (late Sam) Bills & JoAnn (late Patrick) Weber.Cherished grandmother and “DoDo” of Mike (Charlotte) Gilhooly, Christi (Tom) Koziol & Michelle (Jeff) Gilhooly.Adoring “nonnie” of Frankie, Theresa, Matthew, Nicholas & Amelia.Devoted daughter of the late: Bruno & Mary (nee Omera) Bilotta.Dear sister of the late: Victoria,...
Janice M. Bryant
Dec 14, 2023
Janice Bryant (nee Pichman), native of Palos Park,
Born: October 29, 1950. Deceased: December 14, 2023
Beloved wife of Terry Kerns for 36 years.
Loving daughter of the late Tina Pichman (nee Spasoff) and Thomas Pichman.
Dear sister of loving brothers Thomas, Michael, Jerry, James & Steven Pichman.
Cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews.
Memorial visitation Saturday, December 23rd...
