All Obituaries

Van Russell Bensett, 57, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, July 14, 2022, at Advocate Trinity Hospital in Chicago. Van is survived by his parents, Lewis and Peggy Bensett; his wife, Saira Perea-Bensett; his children; Olivia, Lewis, Maya, and Van Adam Bensett; and his sister, Amy Bensett. He is preceded in death by his brother, Guy Bensett; and both his maternal grandparents, Harold and Elizabeth Van Buren, and paternal grandparents, Russell and Barbara Bensett. Van was born in...

Alicia Martinez’s love of life didn’t come to an end with her death. Alicia passed away on July 12, 2022 at the age of 50 after courageously battling a long illness.  Family members, extended family and friends will continue to honor her life by living their lives to their fullest-as she would want it. She was born in Chicago and a true south side original. She loved all of Chicago-but especially loved South Chicago. Likewise, she loved all family members but especially...

Arrangements entrusted to Sadowski Funeral Home of Hegewisch: 13300 S. Houston Ave., Chicago, IL 60633. A Memorial Visitation will be held for Lisa on Saturday June 18, 2022 from 2:00 PM until 6:00 PM. Interment Private.  Please use the form below to leave a condolence or to light a virtual candle in memory of Lisa.  Follow for updates. 

Services entrusted to Sadowski Funeral Home of Hegewisch: 13300 S. Houston Ave., Chicago, IL 60633. Visitation for Jaime will be held on Friday, June 17, 2022 from 2:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Interment Private.  Please use the form below to leave a condolence or to light a virtual candle in memory of Jaime.  Follow for updates. 

Martin Cabrera Cruz "Chon" age 58 of South Chicago passed away on May 16, 2022 surrounded by his family. Martin was born and raised in South Chicago, and he attended Phil Sheridan and Bowen High School. Martin was known for his passion for helping people and looking out for anyone he could. He loved his music, especially rock and salsa music.  Martin’s stepfather Juan taught him how to fix cars and do handy work around the house and yard.  Martin was a good man and...

Macario Ortiz Jr. was born April 16, 1966, to Macario and Francisca Ortiz of South Chicago. Macario lived in South Chicago all his life and worked in West Chester as a Letter Carrier for over 25 years. He was an avid lover of the Chicago Bears & the Black Hawks. He enjoyed coaching men’s Baseball during the summertime. Macario is survived by wife Irene Ortiz and seven Children, Michael, Veronica (Alejandro), Macario lll, Jesus (Myra), Eduardo, Aaron and Carlos Ortiz. Along with...

Raul Mendez "Kelly" age 57 of South Chicago passed away on April 26, 2022 may he Rest In Peace.  Raul was a maintenance manager in Hammond Indiana for several years and worked for the City of Chicago. He loved his music, especially the oldies and Puerto Rican Salsa. Kelly also enjoyed cooking Puerto Rican dishes for his family and friends. Raul often visited his sister Rosa and his brother-in-law Steve to smoke a cigarette and reminiscence, and fix...

Arrangements entrusted to Sadowski Funeral Home of Hegewisch: 13300 S. Houston Ave., Chicago, IL 60633. Visitation will be on Sunday, May 1, 2022 from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Prayer Service 7:00 PM.  Funeral Service Monday, May 2, 2022 from 8:00 AM until 9:00 AM. Prayers from chapel at 9:00 AM for 10:00 AM Funeral Mass at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church of South Chicago. Interment to follow at Holy Cross Cemetery of Calumet City.  Please follow for updates.