Sadowski Funeral Home Obituaries
Honoring the Memories of Family and Friends
Alicia Martinez
Jul 12, 2022
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.
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Lisa Johnson
Jun 1, 2022
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.
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Jaime Varela
May 30, 2022
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.
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John William Holata
May 28, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for John William Holata. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Martin Cabrera Cruz
May 16, 2022
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...
Jose A. Espinosa "Chon"
May 15, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for Jose A. Espinosa "Chon". We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Macario Ortiz Jr.
May 6, 2022
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...
Raul Mendez
Apr 26, 2022
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...
Esther M Barrera
Apr 25, 2022
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...
Shirley J Santos
Apr 23, 2022
Today we come together to celebrate the life of Shirley Santos. Shirley was the beloved mother of Francisco (Ida) Ortega, Michelle (Steven) de la Paz, Luis (Duwella) Ortega. Shirley was the cherished grandmother to Armando (Maribel), Eric (Teresa), Sophia (Jesse), Thomas (Alicia), Lucy (Ralph), Stephania (Michael), Stacy (Diego), Lupe, Steven (Viviana), Luis, Leticia (Joe), Michael, Nicholas (Jessica), Keith, Rafael,...
Maria Rivera
Apr 22, 2022
Arrangements entrusted to Sadowski Funeral Home of Hegewisch: 13300 S. Houston Ave., Chicago, IL 60633.
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Robert Rys Sr.
Apr 2, 2022
Robert Rys Sr. age 86 of Hegewisch passed away on April 2, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Bob was a life long resident of Hegewisch and spent many years of his life with friends and family throughout the neighborhood. He worked at Republic Steel and then became a pipe fitter with Local 597 until he retired in 1998....
Darlene H. Szklarski
Mar 31, 2022
In Loving memory to Darlene H. Szklarski who passed away on March 31, 2022. She joins her parents Roy and Eileen Drolen and late husband Ronald Szklarski in Heaven. Darlene was very proud of her father who retired from the Chicago Police Department. She was an avid Cubs fan and loved her cat, Samantha. Remembered by former husband Richard...
Olivia Tamez
Mar 29, 2022
Olivia Tamez, age 41, gained her angel wings on March 29, 2022, following a 2-year fight with throat cancer. Olivia was diagnosed in 2020, during the beginning of the pandemic. Throughout her battle she remained strong and resilient and did everything that could be done. We are heartbroken but we know she is at peace without being in pain....
Peter Conrad
Mar 27, 2022
Completing his last lap around the Danbury Race arena track, #31 Peter M. Conrad, has grabbed the checkered flag for the final time, passing away on Sunday, March 27, 2022 at 75. Born in Connecticut, he has called Illinois home for over the past 3 decades. Peter's passion for cars made him both an avid race fan and a...
Cynthia M Zbinden
Mar 8, 2022
Cynthia Zbinden nee Kotara, 74, left us on March 8, 2022, with her family by her side. Cynthia is survived by her son Eric Zbinden (Diane), her daughter Justine Zbinden-Miller (Curt), her grandchildren Kyle, Cortney, Karli, Eric, and Joe; her late Parents Henry and Sophie Kotara, her Brother John Kotara (Linda), and sisters Ren Rotroff (William), and Nadine Senne...
Beatriz Morales
Feb 10, 2022
Beatriz (Dona Tiche) Morales was born in Durango, Mexico in 1933. She passed away comfortably surrounded by family on February 10, 2022. Beatriz was a long-time resident of South Chicago. She worked many years as a cook in Mexican restaurants. She was known for having the best tasting Gorditas in South Chicago. In her later years, she worked as...
Ramon Francisco Tomas Baltazar
Feb 8, 2022
Arrangements entrusted to Sadowski Funeral Home of Hegewisch: 13300 S. Houston Ave., Chicago, IL 60633 (773-646-1666). Visitation for Ramon will be held on Friday, March 4, 2022 from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Prayer Service to commence at 7:00 PM. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2022 from 8:30 AM until 9:30 AM. Prayers from Chapel...
Rick Aaron Torres
Jan 18, 2022
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...
Mary Theresa Ahrens
Jan 17, 2022
Mary Theresa (Panasiewicz) Ahrens. Beloved Daughter of Genevieve (Kozial) and Michael Panasiewicz, Sister to Michael and his Wife Betty(Navitny) Panasiewicz. Daughter in law to Betty and William Ahrens, and Brother in law, Sister in law to Robert Ahrens and Nicky Hannan, cousin to many. Mary was Married 18 years October 16th 2004 to Husband, Michael W. Ahrens, Mother of...
Alicia Martinez
Jul 12, 2022
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...
Lisa Johnson
Jun 1, 2022
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.
...
Jaime Varela
May 30, 2022
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...
John William Holata
May 28, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for John William Holata. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Martin Cabrera Cruz
May 16, 2022
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...
Jose A. Espinosa "Chon"
May 15, 2022
An obituary is not available at this time for Jose A. Espinosa "Chon". We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.
Macario Ortiz Jr.
May 6, 2022
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...
Raul Mendez
Apr 26, 2022
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...
Esther M Barrera
Apr 25, 2022
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...
Shirley J Santos
Apr 23, 2022
Today we come together to celebrate the life of Shirley Santos. Shirley was the beloved mother of Francisco (Ida) Ortega, Michelle (Steven) de la Paz, Luis (Duwella) Ortega. Shirley was the cherished grandmother to Armando (Maribel), Eric (Teresa), Sophia (Jesse), Thomas (Alicia), Lucy (Ralph), Stephania (Michael), Stacy (Diego), Lupe, Steven (Viviana), Luis, Leticia (Joe), Michael, Nicholas (Jessica), Keith, Rafael,...
Maria Rivera
Apr 22, 2022
Arrangements entrusted to Sadowski Funeral Home of Hegewisch: 13300 S. Houston Ave., Chicago, IL 60633.
Please follow for updates.
Robert Rys Sr.
Apr 2, 2022
Robert Rys Sr. age 86 of Hegewisch passed away on April 2, 2022 surrounded by his loving family. Bob was a life long resident of Hegewisch and spent many years of his life with friends and family throughout the neighborhood. He worked at Republic Steel and then became a pipe fitter with Local 597 until he retired in 1998....
Darlene H. Szklarski
Mar 31, 2022
In Loving memory to Darlene H. Szklarski who passed away on March 31, 2022. She joins her parents Roy and Eileen Drolen and late husband Ronald Szklarski in Heaven. Darlene was very proud of her father who retired from the Chicago Police Department. She was an avid Cubs fan and loved her cat, Samantha. Remembered by former husband Richard...
Olivia Tamez
Mar 29, 2022
Olivia Tamez, age 41, gained her angel wings on March 29, 2022, following a 2-year fight with throat cancer. Olivia was diagnosed in 2020, during the beginning of the pandemic. Throughout her battle she remained strong and resilient and did everything that could be done. We are heartbroken but we know she is at peace without being in pain....
Peter Conrad
Mar 27, 2022
Completing his last lap around the Danbury Race arena track, #31 Peter M. Conrad, has grabbed the checkered flag for the final time, passing away on Sunday, March 27, 2022 at 75. Born in Connecticut, he has called Illinois home for over the past 3 decades. Peter's passion for cars made him both an avid race fan and a...
Cynthia M Zbinden
Mar 8, 2022
Cynthia Zbinden nee Kotara, 74, left us on March 8, 2022, with her family by her side. Cynthia is survived by her son Eric Zbinden (Diane), her daughter Justine Zbinden-Miller (Curt), her grandchildren Kyle, Cortney, Karli, Eric, and Joe; her late Parents Henry and Sophie Kotara, her Brother John Kotara (Linda), and sisters Ren Rotroff (William), and Nadine Senne...
Beatriz Morales
Feb 10, 2022
Beatriz (Dona Tiche) Morales was born in Durango, Mexico in 1933. She passed away comfortably surrounded by family on February 10, 2022. Beatriz was a long-time resident of South Chicago. She worked many years as a cook in Mexican restaurants. She was known for having the best tasting Gorditas in South Chicago. In her later years, she worked as...
Ramon Francisco Tomas Baltazar
Feb 8, 2022
Arrangements entrusted to Sadowski Funeral Home of Hegewisch: 13300 S. Houston Ave., Chicago, IL 60633 (773-646-1666). Visitation for Ramon will be held on Friday, March 4, 2022 from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM. Prayer Service to commence at 7:00 PM. Funeral Service will be held on Saturday, March 5, 2022 from 8:30 AM until 9:30 AM. Prayers from Chapel...
Rick Aaron Torres
Jan 18, 2022
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...
Mary Theresa Ahrens
Jan 17, 2022
Mary Theresa (Panasiewicz) Ahrens. Beloved Daughter of Genevieve (Kozial) and Michael Panasiewicz, Sister to Michael and his Wife Betty(Navitny) Panasiewicz. Daughter in law to Betty and William Ahrens, and Brother in law, Sister in law to Robert Ahrens and Nicky Hannan, cousin to many. Mary was Married 18 years October 16th 2004 to Husband, Michael W. Ahrens, Mother of...

