Obituaries
Mariana Zaharoff Lagen
Sep 23, 2026
Mariana Zaharoff (Lagen), designer, artist, mother, grandmother and a woman whose remarkable life carried her from Athens to Jerusalem, Chicago and eventually the fashion houses and runways of Europe, passed away peacefully at her Chicago home on September 23, 2026, surrounded by her children and grandchildren. She was 80 years old.Mariana was born in Athens, Greece, on July 6, 1946,...
Sue
Sep 22, 2026
Edythe "Sue" Howe,
Beloved wife of the late Richard Howe Sr.Loving mother of the late Richard Howe Jr. and Mickey Howe.Cherished grandmother of Tanner (Alexa) Howe, Peyton Howe, Rebecca (Jacob) Villasenor, and Benjamin Howe.Caring sister of the late Eugene Herman and Harry Herman.Aunt to many nieces and nephews.
Charlotte M. Houston
Sep 20, 2026
Charlotte M. Houston, nee Sopkowicz, beloved wife of the late Glen Houston, cherished daughter of the late William and Charlotte (Harker) Sopkowicz, dear sister of Valerie (late Curtis) Twenter, fond aunt of Theron, Brent and Lisa, cherished cousin of Debby (Glenn) Budnick and Kim (John) Myers, Special Godmother to Rick (Carol) Harker, cousin to the late Richard (Carla) Harker, Pat,...
Robert P. Martin
Sep 16, 2026
Robert Paul Martin
November 10, 1954 - September 16, 2026
Robert Paul Martin, known to all as Rob, of Palos Heights, formerly of Evergreen Park, passed away at his home on September 16, 2026, at the age of 71.
Born in 1954 in Chicago, Robert was the son of Robert A. Martin and Geraldine Martin. He grew up in the South Shore before...
Barbara Jean Chwierut
Sep 3, 2026
Barbara Chwierut passed away with her loving husband by her side on September 3, 2026, after a long battle with cancer. Barbara “Barb” was the devoted wife of Brian Chwierut for 51 years. Proceeded in death by her parents; Frank and Rosalie Mas. Fond sister-in-law of Diane Borucki (Robert), Gail Bialas (Mitchell), late Linda Koepke (Al)and Maribeth Palumbo (Daniel). Dear...
Mildred J Athy
Aug 31, 2026
Beloved wife of the late Michael Athy.
Loving mother of Christina Henneberry, Theresa (John) Rigas, Vincent (Breda), Brendan (Jean) & Peter (Cameron) Athy, Judy (Tom) Comfort, Kieran (Deborah) Athy & Denise (Tom) Horton.
Adored grandma of Gene (Nicole), Aileen (Andrew), Casey (Alyssa), Jessica (John), Kimberly (Tim), Christopher (Ellen), Sean, Daniel (Cara), Michael (Sydney), Desmond, the late Brendan Jr.(Erika), Leah (Michael), Derek (Chelsey),...
Patricia C. Urwin
Aug 31, 2026
Patricia C. Urwin (née O’Rourke) passed away on August 31, 2026, on her 86th birthday.
Patricia made her home in Palos Park, Illinois, before retiring to Stewart, Tennessee, on beautiful Kentucky Lake.
She was the beloved wife of the late Ronald W. Urwin and a devoted mother to her six children: Ronald M. (Brenda), James W. (Nadine), William P. (Judy), Patricia L....
Paul H. Dreger
Aug 18, 2026
Paul Dreger grew up in Roseland, IL, in the 1930s and 1940s. He played football for Pullman Tech High School and went on to serve one tour as an MP in Korea during the War. He married Ginger in 1955. They started their life together in Champaign while Paul attended the University of Illinois, earned his Bachelor’s Degree and Teaching...
Thomas J. Butler
Aug 16, 2026
Thomas (Tom) J. Butler: Native of Clopook, Muckalee, Ballyfoyle, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland (February 1st, 1944-August 16th, 2026) Son of Michael Butler and Mary Butler Nee Byrne, Co. Kilkenny, Ireland. Devoted husband, survived by his wife of 58 years, Mary Butler Nee Mellett from Cleragh, Kiltimagh, Co. Mayo, Ireland.
Loving father to Michael, John, Tina (Michael Leonard), Steven and Jim (Michelle Butler)....
Dorothy A. Crowley
Aug 10, 2026
Dorothy Ann Crowley (nee Size) at rest August 10, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Joseph F. Crowley, devoted mother of Jean (Jerry) Kienzle, Bob (Cindy) Crowley and Dan (Janet) Crowley; proud grandmother of Jeff (Megan) Kienzle, Jillian (Steve) Rizo, Jaclyn (Dakota) Moniot, Nick Crowley, Lauren Pleckham and Julia Crowley. Great grandmother of 12. Dorothy was preceded in death by...
David Wayne Ridener
Aug 9, 2026
DAVID WAYNE RIDENER,
10/24/1954-08/09/2026
DAVID DIED PEACEFULLY AT NORTHWESTERN HOSPITAL IN PALOS HEIGHTS, ILLINOIS ON AUGUST 9, 2026, AGE 71. HE FOUGHT A LONG HARD BATTLE WITH ADVANCED PROSTATE CANCER. HE WAS SURROUNDED BY FAMILY AND THE BEST MEDICAL STAFF ANYONE COULD ASK FOR.
DAVID LOVED RIDING HIS MOTORCYCLE AND BEING IN NATURE. HE TOOK BACKROADS TO STOP AND ENJOY THE SCENERY AND...
Dorothy M. Hunter
Aug 7, 2026
Dorothy M. Hunter (nee Jester),
Beloved wife of Donald Hunter Jr.
Loving mom of Scott (Nanci), Susan Fox & Steven (Lucy).
Cherished grandma of Justin, Alysa, Hannah, Evann & Steven.
Virginia R. Williams
Aug 2, 2026
Virginia R. Williams (nee Fox),
Beloved wife of the late Walter Williams.
Loving mother of Brenda, Marie, Edward & Carey.
Cherished grandma of Jennifer, Eric, Leah, Tamara., Vickey & Terra
Adored great grandma of Dena, DJ, Bennett & Cameron.
Fond sister of Patsy Paulas, Ronald Fox, the late Donald Fox & Diane Jennings.
Gregory J. Depke
Aug 1, 2026
Beloved husband of Diane M. Depke.
Loving father of Regina (Michael) Mele and Jonathan (Erin) Depke.
Cherished papa of Greg, Matthew, Bella, Brooklyn and Gwendolyn.
Dear brother of Christine (Eric) Wiiken.
Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.
Barbara Ann Brokenleg
Jul 27, 2026
Passed away on July 27, 2026, after short-term illness in Illinois. Mother; Margaret (Beckman) Ryan and Father; Arthur Ryan of Onondaga, NY. Survived by her sisters; Judy Compton of Rosebud, SD, Jackie Ryan of Dryden NY, Donna (Ryan) Cruz and Lauren Ryan of Syracuse, NY, and Bonnie and Sherry Ryan of Cleveland, Ohio. Survived by Children; Kara (BrokenLeg)Shenandoah of Rosebud,...
Joan A. McShane
Jul 27, 2026
Joan A. McShane,
Beloved wife of the late Walter McShane.
Loving mother of Maureen, Joe (Ranae), Sue (Scot) & Julie (Dan).
Adored grandma of Brittany.
Fond Aunt of many nieces & nephews.
She was a retired Chicago Public School teacher and enjoyed sharing her knowledge with others. She was an avid bridge player and loved spending time with her family and friends. She also enjoyed...
