All Obituaries

Rick Torres (59) passed away Tuesday, January 18, 2022 in his hometown of Chicago, Illinois. Rick battled numerous medical issues, but despite the pain, he showed strength and courage by continuing to love and support those around him until the very end. Rick is survived by his mother, Margaret “Marge” Gomez, and father, Raul “Roy” Torres. He was the dear brother of Raul (Rosemary) Torres, Mark Torres, Paul (Patti) Torres, Scott Torres, Ralph Cortes III, Joel (Roxy)...

On Monday, January 17, 2022, Jesse Marquez Perez, loving father of three sons, brother to ten siblings and uncle to countless nieces and nephews, passed away at the age of fifty-six. Jesse was born on September 22, 1965, in Chicago Heights, IL to Mariano R. Perez and Maria De Jesus Marquez Perez. Jesse was previously married to Linda Quijano, and they raised three sons, Mathew Jesus Perez, Jesse Marquez Perez Jr and Alex Marquez Perez. Jesse had a passion for his family especially his...

Anya Marie Noormohammed, age 8, gained her angel wings on January 8, 2022, following a 2-year fight with PKAN. We weren’t ready to lose her, but we know that she is in a much better place now. Anya was diagnosed with a terminal illness at age 6. Throughout her battle she was an absolute warrior, enduring so much with so little complaint. Anya was born in Chicago, IL on October 21, 2013. She was the beloved daughter to Alexis Velez and Irfan Noormohammed. She was...

On January 20th, 1950 a beautiful soul was brought into this world. This soul was full of adventure, love, and sunshine. Her name was Jacqueline Kubow. Jacqueline is preceded in death by her daughters, Laurie and Sharon. Jacqueline is survived by her sister, Bernie Kubow, her son, John Kubow, and her grandchildren, Jacqueline and Laurie Aaron, and Steven and Edward Wingard. Jacqueline loved baking, reading, crocheting, sewing, gardening, and spending time with her family. Jacqueline was a...

The world will never know another man like Robert "Kenny" Pena (Michelle Sheahan). Son of Julia Reyes (passed on) and Eduardo C. Pena (passed on); Adored brother to Jose "Joe" Reyes, Patricia "Tisa" Reyes-Candelario, Blanca "Bubbles" Rodriguez, Eduardo "Eddie", Elizabeth "Lisa", Daniel "Danny" (passed on), Henry "KiKi" Pena (Dawn), Frank "Frankie" (Veronica), and George "Georgie" Pena;...

Our beloved Refugio Vitela, Grandchild to (paternal) late Demetrio Vitela and late Anselma Cordero and (maternal) late Cleofas Iglesias and late Amelia Lozano. Son of late J. Jesus Vitela and late Maria Iglesias. Brother of late Salvador Vitela and Pedro Vitela. He is survived by his loving and caring wife Marta Vitela and his three sons Guillermo, Arturo, and Victor. He leaves behind his amazing grandchildren Eliana, Ray, Yazlin, Angel, and Esmeralda. He now Joins his late...

Jill Denise Byrom age 56, of Griffith passed away on December 17, 2021. Beloved daughter of Beverly and Otis Byrom. Loving mother of Amanda Mashni, David Wilson, and Taylor Wilson. Grandmother of Sophia, Ciera, Camren, Mariah, and Madison. Cherished sister of Julie Adams and Steve Byrom. Life partner to Robert Wiltjer.  Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Sadowski Funeral Home of Hegewisch: 13300 S. Houston Ave., Chicago, IL 60633. Visitation for Jill will be...

Geraldine I. Olejniczak (nee Slusarczyk) age 80 of Hegewisch, passed away on December 3, 2021. Geraldine grew up in Hegewisch and graduated from CVS School in Chicago. She was a beautician in Hegewisch for 50 years before retiring. She greatly enjoyed her work and was passionate about styling hair. Geraldine married Robert Olejniczak in 1963, and both were devoted Parishioners of St. Florian Church. Beloved daughter of late Ted and Irene Slusarczyk. Loving wife of late Robert Olejniczak....

Francisco Gaeta age 84, of South Chicago passed away on November 24, 2021. Francisco was devoted to his family, faith and hard work for many years. Francisco was born in Tlaltenago, Zacatecas MX where he enjoyed playing Baseball as a pitcher in his younger years, as well baking as a baker. He always enjoyed the presence of his family and friends, and loved gardening, reading and drinking coffee in his free time. Francisco was a retired Steel Worker and passed away...