All Obituaries

  In Loving Memory  ~ Carmela Soto-Rodriguez ~ Carmela Soto-Rodriguez age 82 of South Chicago, originally from Mexico passed on July 26, 2020 in Colorado surrounded by the comfort of her family. Carmela lived in South Chicago for many years and moved to Hegewisch in the late 90’s. She raised 6 children with her late husband Delfino Rodriguez whom she loved dearly. She was a devoted wife, mother, and friend to many. She was a loving soul. You could always count on...

Beverly Layne age 75, of Chicago passed away July 23, 2020. Long life companion of Otis Maxwell. Beloved mother of her only son Phillip Layne ( Roxanne Lopez). Adored sister of Marcia Miller, Jacqueline Bearden, Patricia Perry, Barbara Jones, and Herbert Wilson. Adored Grandmother to Phillip Layne III, Kiera Layne, Jayden Layne, Aiden Layne, Andrea Rebeles, and Edward Rebeles. Sweet great grandmother to Gianna Layne.  Beverly was loved by many people. She was a devoted RN at Cook...

Carlos Rosas age 41 of South Chicago passed on July 20,2020. Carlos was loved by many people; He had many friends and would make new ones everywhere he went. Carlos had a charm to him, and always had a smile on his face and had a way of making people feel welcome and important.  Carlos was an ambassador for Calumet Fishery. He was a manager there for 25 years. He loved what he did and was proud of the establishment.  He would tell people the history of...

Salvador Ramirez, 84, late of South Chicago Heights and formerly of South Chicago (Slag Valley Area). Beloved husband of late Maria Guadalupe (Torres) – married in 1964. Loving father of Joseph Salvador (Rosario), Carlos Humberto (Rosa) and Ruth Olympia (Jose Luis) Mercado. Cherished grandfather of Meagan (Moncho Cruz), Carlos Jr., and Gerardo Salvador. Dearest great grandfather of four. Salvador is preceded in death by his parents Gregorio and Salome. Salvador was the eldest of 15...

Dolores Mota age 85 of South Chicago, originally from Mexico passed on June 18, 2020. Dolores lived in South Chicago for many years and raised 9 children whom she adored.  She was a devoted stay at home mom. She enjoyed caring for her children and husband. She was a loving woman and very classy. You could always count on Mama Lola to evoke class and elegance. She had a grace about her that will be truly missed by all that knew her. When she became a grandmother it was one of her...

~ In Loving Memory ~ Lupe Escalante Bjork (Pancha) Age 69, of Hegewisch passed June 5, 2020. Loving wife of John Bjork. Beloved Daughter of Late Guadalupe Deleon, Miguel Mendez and Victor Pagan Deleon. Loving Mother of Leon Jr “Wicho” (Donna), Eric D (Katya), Emmanuel (Marissol). Loving Sister to Late Esperanza (Renee) Panigua, Late Juanita (Ronald) Devon, Robert (Rose) Deleon, Miguel Mendez Jr, David (Lupe) Mendez, Raul Mendez, and Rosa (Steven) Maldonado. Loving Grandmother of...

In Loving Memory Christopher Madrid A Loving son, brother and father. Christopher was the one you can always count on. Most of his days were spent working hard and taking care of his two beautiful daughters. Whenever you seen Christopher you would be sure to catch him with a smile. Christopher also went by the nick name Bear and if you knew him you know he lived up to his name. He was fearless, courageous and brave. Christopher protected and provided for his family at all costs. If you...