obituaries

Recent obituaries in Dupage County, Illinois.

The obituaries in the DuPage County, Illinois area reflect the region's diverse population, featuring individuals from a variety of ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Some were pioneers in their fields, while others dedicated their lives to community service or philanthropy. Their stories serve as a reminder of the richness and complexity of DuPage County, Illinois' history and identity.

Vivian Elsie Marabotti

Vivian Elsie Marabotti

May 25, 2025

Vivian Elsie Marabotti, RN. age 85, died peacefully in her home surrounded by her loving family.

She was the beloved wife for almost 53 years to the late Richard.

Vivian grew up in Peshtigo, a small town in Wisconsin, north of Green Bay. She attended and graduated from the Augustana School of Nursing in Chicago...

Steven D. Big Steve Horvath

Steven D. Big Steve Horvath

Apr 20, 2025

Steven D. Horvath, known as "Big Steve" or "Senior" or "Big" to many in his family, passed away peacefully at his home on April 20th, 2025 in Glen Ellyn, IL, at the age of 74.

Steve was born in Chicago, Illinois on March 15, 1951. He graduated from Holy Cross High School in 1969, attended Triton College,...

Maria Cesar

Maria Cesar

Feb 21, 2025

Maria   Cesar

Beloved wife of the late Timothy.

Loving mother of Melanie (Greg) Arvanitakis.

Beloved daughter of the late  Nicholas and Esther nee Mastrolonardo Palella.

Loving  grandmother of Timmy and Chloe Arvanitakis.

Dear sister of  Pat  (Dawn) Palella, Marietta Palella, and the late Dr. Thomas (Julia) Palella.

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Charlene "Lolly" Dicanio

Charlene "Lolly" Dicanio

Feb 8, 2025

Charlene "Lolly"  DiCanio

Beloved daughter of the late Joseph and Betty nee Wold  DiCanio

Dear granddaughter of the late Vito and Jennie nee Romagnano DiCanio and the late Charles and Clara Wold

Dear sister of Joseph (Teresa) DiCanio, Betty (late Mickey) Grasz, Jackie (John) Gawecki, and the late Clara (Henry, CPD.) Carr and...

August Peter "Gus" Mauro

August Peter "Gus" Mauro

Feb 1, 2025

August Peter "Gus" Mauro, 75, of Melrose Park, IL, passed away peacefully on February 1, 2025, after a brief battle with pancreatic cancer.

Born on January 5, 1950, in Chicago, IL, Gus was the beloved son of Frank and Angeline Mauro and the devoted older brother of Frances and the late Catherine. A proud graduate of St....

James B "Jim" Hebel

James B "Jim" Hebel

Jan 28, 2025

James "Jim" Hebel, 79, of Charles City, passed away at home on Tuesday, January 28, 2025.

A funeral Mass for James Hebel will be held at 11:00 a.m. on Tuesday, February 4, 2025, at Immaculate Conception Catholic Church in Charles City with Reverend Tom Heathershaw officiating.

Visitation, beginning with a Rosary prayer, will be from...

Frank P. Falzone

Frank P. Falzone

Jan 5, 2025

Frank P. Falzone, age 82, passed away peacefully on January 5, 2025. He is survived by his loving wife of 60 years, Angela (née DiPasquale); daughter Kristen Falzone Scott (Calvin Scott); son James (Deanne) Falzone; grandchildren Cara Scott (Joshua Drosos), Brian Scott, Giordana, Josette, and Luciano Falzone; sister, Patricia Tomko (Dave Mavrinac); brother-in-law James DiPasquale and sister-in-law Toni DiPasquale....

Lena Depinto

Lena Depinto

Jan 1, 2025

Lena DePinto, Beloved wife of 67 years to Nicholas and Mother to Gina (Robert) Galante and Lisa (Jamey) Kruczek. Loving Nonna to Justin Kruczek, Nicolette (Erik Porter), Grace and Mia Galante.

Beloved Daughter of the late Casey and Maria Moauro and Sister to the late Livia and the late Joseph Coglianese, the late John Moauro and the...

Richard Demondo

Richard Demondo

Nov 26, 2024

Richard DeMondo, veteran US Army

Beloved husband of Debra nee Klusack

Loving father of Joseph DeMondo and Christopher (Laura) DeMondo.

Beloved son of the late  Joseph, Sr. "Chissy" and Letty nee Vassolo.

Fond Grandfather of Richard, Anthony, Kylie, Parker and Blakely DeMondo

Dear brother of Joseph, Jr. (Lorraine) DeMondo...

Rosa Martinelli

Rosa Martinelli

Nov 19, 2024

Rosa Martinelli

Beloved wife of the late Rocco

Loving mother of Candida (Edoardo) Renghini, Domenico "Dino" (Gail) Martinelli,  Nicola Martinelli, Franca Sher and Caterina 'Cathy"  Martinelli.

Beloved daughter of the late Nicola and Caterina Palumbo

Fond Grandmother of Tito, Rocco, Enza, Rocco, Michael, Heather and  Kenny.

Great grandmother of...

Giovanni Bevilacqua

Giovanni Bevilacqua

Nov 3, 2024

Giovanni Bevilacqua

Beloved husband of Vittoria

Beloved  son of the late Prosperino and Rose Bevilacqua (Italy)

Loving father of Rose (George) Sourile, Rino (Eileen) Bevilacqua,  Giuseppe (Claudia) Bevilacqua, Maria (Donald) Walsh, Rocco Bevilacqua, Vito Bevilacqua, and John Bevilacqua, Jr.

Fond grandfather of Gina (fiancé Sam),  Nick, Sandra, and Julian.

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Michael R Chiappetta

Michael R Chiappetta

Oct 29, 2024

Michael R.  Chiappetta

Loving Father of Phillip Chiappetta, Sandy Grant, and Michelle Chiappetta.

Beloved son of the late Michael and Josephine nee Castellano Chiappetta.

Fond grandfather of Robert Ziemer, Deanna Chiappetta, Tyler Grant, & Samantha Chiappetta.

Dear brother of Irene ( The late Salvatore) Mistretta, and Phyllis (the late Edward)  Bender....

Mary Ann Fischer

Mary Ann Fischer

Oct 25, 2024

Mary Ann Fischer

Loving mother of Stacy (Douglas) DiCanio and Michelle Fischer

Beloved daughter of the late Anton and Dorothy (Beavers) Hubner

Fond Grandmother of Rocco and Pia DiCanio, Aubrey and Kendall McCormick, and Mila and Tommy Ference

Dear sister of Susan (Steve) McVay, and late Mary Lou (Dennis) Hanke and...

Michael N. Durdil

Michael N. Durdil

Oct 18, 2024

Michael N. Durdil   September 29, 1940 – October 18, 2024

Michael Norman Durdil, 84, passed away suddenly on October 18, 2024 in Sugar Grove, IL.

Born in 1940 in Oak Park, IL, Michael (Mike) grew up in Cicero, IL, and graduated from Fenwick High School in the class of 1958. Immediately following high school, Michael...

William "Bill" C Dicanio

William "Bill" C Dicanio

Sep 22, 2024

William C. "Bill" DiCanio, Veteran US Army

Beloved Husband of the late Louise nee Basile

Loving Father of Joseph (Michele) DiCanio, Lynn Trieb, Anthony (Sophie) DiCanio, William DiCanio, John (JoAnne) DiCanio, Michael DiCanio (Lidiya), Richard (Cara) DiCanio and Robert (Lisa) DiCanio.

Beloved son of the late Joseph and Betty nee Wold DiCanio.

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Rose Falbo

Rose Falbo

Sep 12, 2024

Rose Falbo, 90, of Chicago, Illinois passed away peacefully on Thursday September 12, 2024

Born in 1933 to Italian American immigrants who settled on Taylor Street in Little Italy, Rose devoted 40 years to teaching in Chicago Public Schools.  Her tough but fair approach left a lasting impression on her students, who looked forward to her homemade...

Joanne G Piela

Joanne G Piela

Aug 18, 2024

Joanne G. Piela. 47 year resident of Oak Brook

Beloved wife of the late Clarence

Dear friend and companion of the late Henry Hartman

Loving mother of Pamela (Robert) Blackwell and Debbie Sanders

Fond grandmother of Aaron (Christina) Sanders

Great grandmother of Olivia Sanders, Ayden Sanders and Avery Sanders....

Christina Lee

Christina Lee

Jul 9, 2024

In loving memory of Christina (Coglianese) Lee

Beloved wife of Young Lee

Loving mother of Jayme (Elijah), Jack (Natalie), and Lucy

Beloved daughter of Anthony and Janice (Letizia) Coglianese

Granddaughter of the late Joseph & Livia (Moauro) Coglianese

Granddaughter of Lorraine (Jahntz) and late Charles Letizia

Daughter-in-law...

Rose Mary Giovenco

Rose Mary Giovenco

Jun 24, 2024

Rose Mary Giovenco

Beloved mother of Catherine Mary Giovenco, Lori Ann (Chris) Lindgren, and Marianne Giovenco.

Beloved daughter of the late Victor and Sadie  "Mary" Sparacio

Dear twin sister of the late Catherine (late Charles) Bonnis

Fond grandmother of  Jacqueline Sobrino, John Sobrino, Jack Rieger, Connor Abernathy and Andrew Abernathy.

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Harry George Bereckis

Harry George Bereckis

Jun 23, 2024

Harry George Bereckis passed away peacefully on June 23, 2024, at the age of 83. Industrious, hardworking, and with boundless generosity, Harry was a family man and devout Catholic, who loved to help others. Harry was especially talented at car repair, remodeling, and fixing almost anything.  For decades, anytime anyone Harry knew found themselves struggling with a project, a...

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