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.

Jane Kudulis

Jane Kudulis

Mar 25, 2021

Jane P.  Kudulis

Beloved wife of the late Charles Kudulis

Loving mother of Michael (Christine) Felicetti and Anthony (JoAnne) Frontera

Dear daughter of the late Samuel the late Rose Felicetti

Fond sister of Joseph (Miriam)Felicetti, Rosie Felicetti, Robert Felicetti and Marie (Dave) Greco

Funeral Monday, April 5, 2021 at....

Diane "Deanna" Sprincz

Diane "Deanna" Sprincz

Mar 14, 2021

Diane "Deanna" Sprincz, nee Sikorski

Beloved wife of the late William Sprincz for 57 loving years

Loving mother of Michele Thill and John Sprincz

Beloved daughter of the late Edwin the late Sophie nee Slank Sikorski

Dear grandmother of Michael and Brittany Thill

Dear sister of Joan (late Vince)...

Helen M Vavrinchik

Helen M Vavrinchik

Mar 5, 2021

Helen M.  Vavrinchik, nee Foltman passed away on March 5, 2021 at the golden age of 95.

Beloved wife of the late Peter Vavrinchik.

Loving mother of David, Paul and the late James Vavrinchik

Beloved daughter of the late Michael and Anastasia nee Lichvar Foltman.

Fond grandmother of Jack Vavrinchik

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Vito W. Dicanio

Vito W. Dicanio

Mar 4, 2021

Vito W. DiCanio, Jr.  Retired U.S. Air Force.

Beloved husband of Frances nee Specchio.

Loving father of Teddy DiCanio, Joseph Semkiu, D.O., and Michael (Rosann) Semkiu. Former father-in-law of Elizabeth Semkiu, D.O.

Beloved son of the late Vito Sr. and Jennie nee Romagnano.

Fond grandfather of Katie Semkiu, M.D., Joe Semkiu,...

Edward J. Mcnamara

Edward J. Mcnamara

Feb 22, 2021

Edward J. McNamara

Born into Eternal Life February 22, 2021, Beloved husband of Catherine nee Butler for a wonderful 59  years. Proud 2nd generation member of IBEW 134.

Loving father of Mary (Michael) O'Heron, Joanne (Charles) Davidauskas, and Edward P. (Patricia) McNamara.

Beloved son of the late Francis and Noreen McNamara.

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Ivana Dalporto

Ivana Dalporto

Feb 4, 2021

Ivana Dalporto nee Lippi

Beloved wife of the late Eugenio Dalporto

Loving mother of Francesca (Giovanni) Pacini and the late Giovanna Dalporto

Beloved daughter of the late Irma and GiGi Lippi

Fond grandmother of Lisa (Robert) DiCanio

Great grandmother of Gianna and Domenico DiCanio

Dear sister of...

Edward M. Celler

Edward M. Celler

Dec 30, 2020

Edward M. Celler

Beloved husband of Barbara Cadero Celler

Loving father of Alissa (Michael) Cronin, Tracey Celler, Edward (Julie) Celler and Brian (Christen) Celler

Fond grandfather of Maximiliano, Savanah, Briana, Sebastian, Megan, Natalie, Sam, Jack, Jake and Victoria.

Dear Brother of Carolyn Alonzo, and the late Daniel (Patricia) Celler and late...

Gust A Silagi

Gust A Silagi

Dec 24, 2020

GUST A. SILAGI, VETERAN U S NAVY KOREAN CONFLICT

BELOVED HUSBAND OF THE LATE CAROL nee  CASPER

LOVING FATHER OF MICHELLE (CARLOS) SILAGI MEDINA

Step Father of Rick (Gail) Vaughn, Lynn (Rodolfo) Galan, Chris (Sherri) Vaughn, and Charlie (Debbie) Vaughn.

Loving  SON OF THE LATE DANIEL AND EMMA SILAGI

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John Richard Bonomo

John Richard Bonomo

Dec 7, 2020

John Richard Bonomo,

Veteran U S Army.

Beloved Son of the late Harry and the late Florence nee Tedesco Bonomo.

Dear Brother of the late Anthony Bonomo.

Loved by many friends and family.

Funeral Thursday, December 10, 2020. Visitation will be at St. Mary Star of the Sea Roman...

John J. Elia

John J. Elia

Nov 23, 2020

John J. Elia, Veteran US Army

Beloved husband of Arlene nee Calzaretta

Loving Father of Teresa (Andrew) Dragonetti, John, Jr. (Kenneth) Elia, and Christopher (Jennifer) Elia

Beloved son of the late Joseph and Francis Elia

Dear grandfather of Nicole (Johnathan) Thompson, Andrew (Sarah) Dragonetti, Kristen Dragonetti, Marissa Elia, Christopher Elia and...

Glen G. Glista, Md

Glen G. Glista, Md

Nov 2, 2020

Glen G. Glista M.D., age 76, a longtime resident of Oak Brook, IL died peacefully on November 2, 2020 at the Alexian Brothers Residential Hospice in Elk Grove Village, IL.

Glen was a 1966 graduate of Cornell College in Iowa and a 1971 graduate of the Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He began his residency in...

William "Bill" Karlovitz

William "Bill" Karlovitz

Oct 30, 2020

William "Bill"  Karlovitz

Beloved husband of Darlene nee Rigsby.

Loving father of Jeff (Shay), Daniel (Rachel) and the late Joseph Karlovitz.

Loving Son of the late Joseph & Laverne Karlovitz

Son-in-law of the late Ed & Betty Rigsby.

Fond grandfather of Amelia, Theodore, Joseph and Louis Karlovitz

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Lillian Pasikowski

Lillian Pasikowski

Oct 29, 2020

Lillian Pasikowski, 1921-2020.

Lillian nee Cerruto Pasikowski went to her forever home October 29, 2020.

Lillian's passing is met with gratitude for all the fond memories and traditions she left her family.

For many years Lillian enjoyed sharing her passion while teaching ceramics to family and friends. She also was a caregiver to...

Daniel Demarte

Daniel Demarte

Oct 21, 2020

Daniel DeMarte

Beloved husband of Laura nee Guagenti.

Loving father of Jill (David) DeMarte, Mike (Erika) DeMarte and Denice DeMarte.

Beloved son of the late John and Dolly DeMarte

Fond grandfather of Isabella and Nick DeMarte.

Dear brother of John (Martha) DeMarte

Dear brother-in-law of Cathie (Don)...

Muriel W Battaglia

Muriel W Battaglia

Oct 16, 2020

Muriel W. Battaglia, nee Krause.  Age 97

Beloved wife of the late Frank P. Battaglia, Sr.

Loving mother of Frank ( the late Bernadette) Battaglia, Jr., Austin (Elizabeth) Battaglia, Ernest (Rosalie) Battaglia, Marie (Carl Steven) Slonkosky, Joseph (Stephanie) Battaglia and Frederick (Jill) Battaglia.

Fond grandmother of Rebecca (Daniel) Broderick, Philip (Elizabeth) Battaglia, Douglas...

Nicholas Speziale

Nicholas Speziale

Sep 21, 2020

Nicholas Speziale, passed away on September 21, 2020 peacefully at his home surrounded by his family. Nicholas (Nick) was born December 20, 1941 to Nicholas and Christine Speziale.

Nick is survived by his wife of 57 years and love of his life, Philomena (Renzi) and their four devoted children, Nicholas (Elizabeth) Speziale, Daniel (Lisa Heckler) Speziale, Gina...

Dorothy Depietro

Dorothy Depietro

Aug 22, 2020

Dorothy DePietro

Beloved wife of the late Nicholas "Slugger".

Loving mother of Nikki Joy (Sam) Cosentino, Rosanne Orrico, and Nicholas (Louise) DePietro, Jr.

Fond grandmother of Anthony (Jill) Cosentino, Michael (Shawn) Cosentino, Melissa (Brad) Gardner, and Gabrielle (fiancé' Brent) DePietro.

Great grandmother of Wes (Claudia) Cosentino, Nicholas Cosentino, Trey (Lainie) Cosentino,...

Nancy Ann Gladis

Nancy Ann Gladis

Aug 19, 2020

Nancy Ann Gladis nee Volkman.

Beloved Wife of George.

Loving Mother of Michael Gladis, Ashley (Scott) Reher, and Dr. Amy Gladis, DPT.

Beloved daughter of Dee (the late Gordon) Volkman.

Fond Sister of Jeffrey (the late Geralyn) Volkman.

Sister-in-law of Mary Sue Gladis and Pres. Eileen (the late Fr....

Helen Rose Liberatore

Helen Rose Liberatore

Aug 8, 2020

Helen Rose Liberatore   nee Serpico

Beloved wife of the late John C. Liberatore

Loving mother of the late John C (Debbie) Liberatore and the late Linda (Tim) Heneghan

Fond grandmother of Erica (Dan) Traiber and Marissa, Jenna, and Karli Heneghan

Great grandmother of Emma and Luke Traiber

Dear sister...

Terrence Collins

Terrence Collins

Aug 2, 2020

Collins, Terrence

Terrence "Terry" Collins, Navy Veteran, Retired Chicago Fire Department - Battalion Chief, passed away suddenly on Sunday, August 2, 2020.

Beloved husband of Esther (nee Narea)

Loving father of Terrence "Terry" (Jennifer) and Brian (Amanda) Collins.

Fond Grandfather of Terrence "TJ" Collins, Jr., and Aidan Collins.

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