Sadowski Funeral Home Obituaries

Honoring the Memories of Family and Friends

Rosa Ycela (Quijano)  Lujen

Rosa Ycela (Quijano) Lujen

Sep 28, 2019

Sra. Rosa Ycela Lujen de Quijano age 65 of Hammond, Indiana formerly of South Chicago passed away on September 28, 2019. Beloved daughter of Beatriz Morales and Alberto Quijano. Born September 11, 1954 in Monterrey Nuevo Leon. She is proceeded in death by her brothers Jorge and Armando Quijano. Her beautiful life will be cherished in the lives of...

Eve Marie Garcia

Eve Marie Garcia

Sep 21, 2019

Eve Marie Garcia age 60 of the Southeast side of Chicago, passed away on September 21, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Eve was a devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt and caretaker to many. She enjoyed spending her time with family and friends, and always made time for everyone. Eve enjoyed, music, dancing, cooking, and the simple things in...

Gregory Pozos

Gregory Pozos

Sep 8, 2019

~ Gregory "Greg" Pozos ~

April 9, 1985  - September 8, 2019

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Gregory Pozos "Greg", age 34 our beloved nephew (son), brother, uncle, family member and friend has passed away suddenly on Sunday, September 8, 2019. Greg  was a very loving person and very friendly. He made friends everywhere...

Walter L. Bednarz

Walter L. Bednarz

Sep 1, 2019

Walter L. Bednarz age 93, of Lansing formerly of Hegewisch passed away on September 1, 2019. Walter was a retired Chicago Firefighter serving on Trucks #61 and #97 after 32 years of service. He was a veteran of the US Army WWII and devoted member of the American Legion Post 369 of East Chicago, IN. Beloved son of late...

Maria "Angie" Padilla

Maria "Angie" Padilla

Aug 31, 2019

Maria "Angie" Padilla age 59, passed into the arms of the lord on August 31, 2019 in the company of her beloved children. Maria was born on May 24, 1960 in El Paso, TX to the late Eloisa Pena Diaz and Manuel Aguinaga. Maria is survived by her loving children: Patricia (Juan) Munoz, Omar (Nichole) Padilla, and Martin (Cecilia)...

Trudy Dzialakiewicz Altendorf

Trudy Dzialakiewicz Altendorf

Aug 30, 2019

Trudy Dzialakiewicz Altendorf, age 90 of Hegewisch formerly of Germany, passed away on August 30, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.After leaving war torn Berlin in 1947, she married and settled in Hegewisch where she raised her family. She became very active in the Hegewisch Community Committee, even teaching knitting to those who wanted to learn. She was very...

Luis A. Ocasio

Luis A. Ocasio

Aug 25, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for Luis A. Ocasio. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jose Pena

Jose Pena

Aug 8, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for Jose Pena. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dayana S. Urbina-Gallegos

Dayana S. Urbina-Gallegos

Jul 6, 2019

~ In Loving Memory ~

Dayana S. Urbina-Gallegos

Dayana Urbina-Gallegos age 6 of South Chicago passed away on July 6, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Loving daughter of Guadalupe Urbina and Ismael Gallegos-Flores. Visitation for Dayana will be held on Thursday July 11, 2019 from 3 PM until 9 PM at Sadowski Funeral Home...

Hector "Hec" Del Rio

Hector "Hec" Del Rio

Jun 28, 2019

~ In loving Memory ~ Hector "Hec" Del Rio

Hector Del Rio age 46 of South Chicago passed away on June 28, 2019. Hec was a jack of all trades; He worked as a handy man; He was known for his skills as a plumber; Hec was also a barber, but his passion was drawing, so he...

Jose I. Ortiz

Jose I. Ortiz

Jun 20, 2019

Jose I. Ortiz age 60 of Mobile, Alabama formerly of South Chicago, passed away on June 20th 2019. Jose was born in Vernon Texas on September 24, 1958 to the union of Francisca and Macario Ortiz (father deceased) and grew up in Chicago, Illinois. He graduated from St Francis de Sales High School and furthered his education at his...

Manuel Garcia

Manuel Garcia

Jun 17, 2019

~ In Loving Memory Of ~

Manuel Garcia

Manuel Garcia age 72 of Hegewisch formerly of South Chicago passed away on June 17, 2019. Manuel was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a retired steel worker of Republic Steel after 32 years of service, and was dedicated to his Catholic faith. Beloved...

Eleanore L. Wojcik

Eleanore L. Wojcik

Jun 5, 2019

Eleanore L. Wojcik (nee Szymanski) age 98, from Colorado formerly of Hegewisch passed away on June 5, 2019. Eleanore was born and raised in Hegewisch. Eleanore and her husband Eddie moved to Colorado to be close to family in 1978. She made many new friends while continuing her friendships in Hegewisch. Eleanore enjoyed hearing from nephews and nieces. Beautiful,...

Nicole K. Matkovich

Nicole K. Matkovich

Jun 4, 2019

Nicole Katherine Matkovich age 46 of South Chicago passed away June 4, 2019.  Nicole was a loving mother, a friend, and someone that would try to bring a smile to all that came in contact with her.  Her infectious smile could light up a room.  She loved to fish, watch movies with her kids and grand kids and loved...

Alejandro Aguado

Alejandro Aguado

May 28, 2019

~ In Loving Memory ~

Alejandro Aguado

Alejandro Aguado age 22 of Calumet City formerly of " the bush" neighborhood of South Chicago passed away on May 28, 2019. Alejandro enjoyed spending his time with family and friends. He was devoted to his Catholic faith and believed strongly in the Virgin Mary. Alejandro loved his...

Luis I. Casas

Luis I. Casas

May 18, 2019

Luis I. Casas age 48 of South Chicago passed away unexpectedly on May 18, 2019. Luis enjoyed everything that had to do with music. Ever since Luis was young he played the guitar and was also in a band in his late teens and early 20's. Luis worked as a truck driver and was able to see a lot...

Sixta De Madrid

Sixta De Madrid

May 13, 2019

~ In Loving Memory of ~

Sixta De Madrid

Sixta De Madrid age 87 of Hegewisch passed away on May 13, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Sixta came to the United States in 1975. She was known as a very generous and kind person. She loved giving all she could to friends and family....

William W. Struve

William W. Struve

May 10, 2019

William W. Struve age 61 of Hegewisch passed away on May 10, 2019. William was a kind and loving person. He was devoted to his family and his Christian faith. William was an avid Chicago Cubs fan, and worked over 30 years at Marshall Fields of Chicago. Beloved son of late Louis and Jean (nee Tarnowski) Struve, loving brother...

Loretta T. Cobern (Nee Schuman)

Loretta T. Cobern (Nee Schuman)

Apr 30, 2019

~ In Loving Memory Of ~

Loretta T. Cobern

Loretta T. Cobern (nee Schuman) age 68 of Hegewisch passed away peacefully on April 30, 2019. Loretta was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and caring for her pets. Loretta was dedicated and faithful to her Catholic...

Shirley Ann Ostrowski (Nee Mokry)

Shirley Ann Ostrowski (Nee Mokry)

Apr 28, 2019

Shirley Ann Ostrowski (nee Mokry) "Duchess" age 81 of Hegewisch passed away peacefully on April 28, 2019 surrounded by her loving children and family. Shirley was a dedicated mother and homemaker of three children, devoted parishioner of St. Florian Church. She loved her children and family, and she was a kind, caring and compassionate person. Shirley is the beloved...

Rosa Ycela (Quijano)  Lujen

Rosa Ycela (Quijano) Lujen

Sep 28, 2019

Sra. Rosa Ycela Lujen de Quijano age 65 of Hammond, Indiana formerly of South Chicago passed away on September 28, 2019. Beloved daughter of Beatriz Morales and Alberto Quijano. Born September 11, 1954 in Monterrey Nuevo Leon. She is proceeded in death by her brothers Jorge and Armando Quijano. Her beautiful life will be cherished in the lives of...

Eve Marie Garcia

Eve Marie Garcia

Sep 21, 2019

Eve Marie Garcia age 60 of the Southeast side of Chicago, passed away on September 21, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Eve was a devoted wife, mother, sister, aunt and caretaker to many. She enjoyed spending her time with family and friends, and always made time for everyone. Eve enjoyed, music, dancing, cooking, and the simple things in...

Gregory Pozos

Gregory Pozos

Sep 8, 2019

~ Gregory "Greg" Pozos ~

April 9, 1985  - September 8, 2019

With deepest sorrow, we announce that Gregory Pozos "Greg", age 34 our beloved nephew (son), brother, uncle, family member and friend has passed away suddenly on Sunday, September 8, 2019. Greg  was a very loving person and very friendly. He made friends everywhere...

Walter L. Bednarz

Walter L. Bednarz

Sep 1, 2019

Walter L. Bednarz age 93, of Lansing formerly of Hegewisch passed away on September 1, 2019. Walter was a retired Chicago Firefighter serving on Trucks #61 and #97 after 32 years of service. He was a veteran of the US Army WWII and devoted member of the American Legion Post 369 of East Chicago, IN. Beloved son of late...

Maria "Angie" Padilla

Maria "Angie" Padilla

Aug 31, 2019

Maria "Angie" Padilla age 59, passed into the arms of the lord on August 31, 2019 in the company of her beloved children. Maria was born on May 24, 1960 in El Paso, TX to the late Eloisa Pena Diaz and Manuel Aguinaga. Maria is survived by her loving children: Patricia (Juan) Munoz, Omar (Nichole) Padilla, and Martin (Cecilia)...

Trudy Dzialakiewicz Altendorf

Trudy Dzialakiewicz Altendorf

Aug 30, 2019

Trudy Dzialakiewicz Altendorf, age 90 of Hegewisch formerly of Germany, passed away on August 30, 2019 surrounded by her loving family.After leaving war torn Berlin in 1947, she married and settled in Hegewisch where she raised her family. She became very active in the Hegewisch Community Committee, even teaching knitting to those who wanted to learn. She was very...

Luis A. Ocasio

Luis A. Ocasio

Aug 25, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for Luis A. Ocasio. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Jose Pena

Jose Pena

Aug 8, 2019

An obituary is not available at this time for Jose Pena. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dayana S. Urbina-Gallegos

Dayana S. Urbina-Gallegos

Jul 6, 2019

~ In Loving Memory ~

Dayana S. Urbina-Gallegos

Dayana Urbina-Gallegos age 6 of South Chicago passed away on July 6, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Loving daughter of Guadalupe Urbina and Ismael Gallegos-Flores. Visitation for Dayana will be held on Thursday July 11, 2019 from 3 PM until 9 PM at Sadowski Funeral Home...

Hector "Hec" Del Rio

Hector "Hec" Del Rio

Jun 28, 2019

~ In loving Memory ~ Hector "Hec" Del Rio

Hector Del Rio age 46 of South Chicago passed away on June 28, 2019. Hec was a jack of all trades; He worked as a handy man; He was known for his skills as a plumber; Hec was also a barber, but his passion was drawing, so he...

Jose I. Ortiz

Jose I. Ortiz

Jun 20, 2019

Jose I. Ortiz age 60 of Mobile, Alabama formerly of South Chicago, passed away on June 20th 2019. Jose was born in Vernon Texas on September 24, 1958 to the union of Francisca and Macario Ortiz (father deceased) and grew up in Chicago, Illinois. He graduated from St Francis de Sales High School and furthered his education at his...

Manuel Garcia

Manuel Garcia

Jun 17, 2019

~ In Loving Memory Of ~

Manuel Garcia

Manuel Garcia age 72 of Hegewisch formerly of South Chicago passed away on June 17, 2019. Manuel was a devoted husband, father, grandfather and great-grandfather. He was a retired steel worker of Republic Steel after 32 years of service, and was dedicated to his Catholic faith. Beloved...

Eleanore L. Wojcik

Eleanore L. Wojcik

Jun 5, 2019

Eleanore L. Wojcik (nee Szymanski) age 98, from Colorado formerly of Hegewisch passed away on June 5, 2019. Eleanore was born and raised in Hegewisch. Eleanore and her husband Eddie moved to Colorado to be close to family in 1978. She made many new friends while continuing her friendships in Hegewisch. Eleanore enjoyed hearing from nephews and nieces. Beautiful,...

Nicole K. Matkovich

Nicole K. Matkovich

Jun 4, 2019

Nicole Katherine Matkovich age 46 of South Chicago passed away June 4, 2019.  Nicole was a loving mother, a friend, and someone that would try to bring a smile to all that came in contact with her.  Her infectious smile could light up a room.  She loved to fish, watch movies with her kids and grand kids and loved...

Alejandro Aguado

Alejandro Aguado

May 28, 2019

~ In Loving Memory ~

Alejandro Aguado

Alejandro Aguado age 22 of Calumet City formerly of " the bush" neighborhood of South Chicago passed away on May 28, 2019. Alejandro enjoyed spending his time with family and friends. He was devoted to his Catholic faith and believed strongly in the Virgin Mary. Alejandro loved his...

Luis I. Casas

Luis I. Casas

May 18, 2019

Luis I. Casas age 48 of South Chicago passed away unexpectedly on May 18, 2019. Luis enjoyed everything that had to do with music. Ever since Luis was young he played the guitar and was also in a band in his late teens and early 20's. Luis worked as a truck driver and was able to see a lot...

Sixta De Madrid

Sixta De Madrid

May 13, 2019

~ In Loving Memory of ~

Sixta De Madrid

Sixta De Madrid age 87 of Hegewisch passed away on May 13, 2019 surrounded by her loving family. Sixta came to the United States in 1975. She was known as a very generous and kind person. She loved giving all she could to friends and family....

William W. Struve

William W. Struve

May 10, 2019

William W. Struve age 61 of Hegewisch passed away on May 10, 2019. William was a kind and loving person. He was devoted to his family and his Christian faith. William was an avid Chicago Cubs fan, and worked over 30 years at Marshall Fields of Chicago. Beloved son of late Louis and Jean (nee Tarnowski) Struve, loving brother...

Loretta T. Cobern (Nee Schuman)

Loretta T. Cobern (Nee Schuman)

Apr 30, 2019

~ In Loving Memory Of ~

Loretta T. Cobern

Loretta T. Cobern (nee Schuman) age 68 of Hegewisch passed away peacefully on April 30, 2019. Loretta was a devoted wife, mother and grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her family and friends and caring for her pets. Loretta was dedicated and faithful to her Catholic...

Shirley Ann Ostrowski (Nee Mokry)

Shirley Ann Ostrowski (Nee Mokry)

Apr 28, 2019

Shirley Ann Ostrowski (nee Mokry) "Duchess" age 81 of Hegewisch passed away peacefully on April 28, 2019 surrounded by her loving children and family. Shirley was a dedicated mother and homemaker of three children, devoted parishioner of St. Florian Church. She loved her children and family, and she was a kind, caring and compassionate person. Shirley is the beloved...

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