Obituary Listing

Feb 12, 2026

With full hearts and deep gratitude for a long and beautifully lived life, we remember Charlotte Irene Gabel, who left this world peacefully in her sleep, on February 12, 2026, at the age of 100, at Bickford of Aurora in Aurora, Illinois.

Charlotte was born on September 9, 1925, in Newark, Illinois, to the late Henry Larson and Marie (née...

Feb 10, 2026

Connie Jean Berry, 64 years old, passed away on February 10, 2026, after a short and courageous battle with cancer. She is survived by her mother, Sandi Ginther, of Montgomery, IL, her husband of 42 years, Jim Berry of Montgomery, IL. Her children Melissa Hazard (Brandon Hazard) of Montgomery, IL and Jacob Berry, of Las Vegas, NV. A loving and...

Feb 10, 2026

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Ronnie E. "Ron" Kelley, who departed this life on February 10, 2026, at the age of 77. Born on January 10, 1949, in Jonesboro, Arkansas, Ron was a cherished husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. He lived a life rich in love, dedication, and kindness, leaving behind a legacy...

Feb 9, 2026

It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of James Barry Gibson, Jr., a beloved husband, father, son, brother, and friend. James, known affectionately to many as "Jim," was born on February 9, 1969, in Paterson, NJ, and he left this world on his 57th birthday, February 9, 2026, in Oswego, IL.

Jim was the cherished son of...

Feb 5, 2026

James E. Byro, 82, passed away peacefully at home in Plainfield, Illinois, on February 5, 2026. He was a proud Marine Corps veteran having served in the Vietnam War. Jim will be remembered for his quiet strength, dry sense of humor, and deep devotion to his family. He enjoyed putzing around the farm, cheering on the Fighting Irish, and spending...

Feb 5, 2026

Pamela Cryder (née Fuller), age 82, passed away peacefully on February 5, 2026, in rural Minooka, Illinois. Born on March 22, 1943, in Canton, Illinois, to Harry and Jane (Hartson) Fuller. She lived a life marked by devotion to her family, her faith, and her community.

Pamela graduated from Oswego High School in 1961 and later attended Aurora University. Her...

Feb 4, 2026

A Committal Service at Naperville Cemetery with military honors under the auspices of the United States Navy.Date and time will be announced.Please check back.

Jan 29, 2026

Obituary for William Andrew Dobran, Jr.



William Andrew Dobran, Jr., a beloved husband, brother, and uncle, passed away peacefully on January 29, 2026, at Accentcare Hospice & Palliative Care of Illinois, Naperville, Illinois. He was born on June 26, 1946, in Aurora, Illinois, to William Andrew Dobran, Sr. and Wilma Jean, nee Mall Dobran. At the age of 79,...

Jan 27, 2026

Ella May Kalivoda, born May 19, 1949, left this life on January 27, 2026, surrounded by members of her immediate family. Ella met her husband of 54 years, Mike Kalivoda, at Elm Skating Rink in 1968. Predeceased by Parents, Veda Maxine Watwood (Mother) Oather Doyle Watwood (Father), Philip Doyle Watwood (Brother). Survived by brothers Charles Wayne Thomas (Diane) Terry Lee...

Jan 26, 2026

October 13, 1942 - January 26, 2026



It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Shardaben Chandulal Patel, a beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, who left this world on January 26, 2026, in Aurora, Illinois, at the age of 83. Born on October 13, 1942, in India, Shardaben lived a life rich in love, family, and...

Jan 25, 2026

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Dennis Raymond Bonczyk, who left this world peacefully on January 25, 2026, at the age of 71. Born on March 30, 1954, in Chicago, Illinois, Dennis was a cherished husband, father, brother, and friend whose presence in our lives will be profoundly missed.

Dennis dedicated 53 years of his...

Jan 21, 2026

Judith "Judy" Rae Ostry, a beloved wife, mother, meme, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2026, at Arista Healthcare, Naperville, Illinois, at the age of 78. Born on September 3, 1947, in Moosup, Connecticut, Judith was a beacon of love and warmth throughout her life. Judith was the cherished daughter of Benjamin Brodeur and Leonore (nee...

Jan 20, 2026

Keith DeVere Creglow, born on April 10, 1939, in Pekin, Illinois, passed away peacefully on January 20, 2026, at Alden Courts at the age of 86.

Keith was the son of Donald and Louise (nee Herren) Creglow, and he was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 54 years, Carol Creglow, his parents, son-in-law Jerry Conder...

Jan 20, 2026

Evelyn nee Thanepohn Strothman passed away on January 20, 2026, at Cedarhurst of Yorkville, at the age of 95. She was born on a farm in Bristol, Illinois on November 18, 1930, to Harvey and Elsie (Leifheit) Thanepohn. She graduated from Yorkville High School in 1948.

She was united in marriage on August 16, 1958, to Frank...

Jan 19, 2026

Linda Kritz Manis, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away on January 19, 2026, at her home in Oswego, Illinois. Born on July 14, 1954, in Whiting, Indiana, Linda's vibrant spirit and kind heart touched the lives of everyone she met. Linda was the cherished daughter of Joseph and Doris (nee Koskell) Kritz, who preceded her in death...

Jan 16, 2026

Obituary for Janet Christine Collisi née Puckett

Janet Collisi, 64, passed away peacefully on January 16th, 2026, in her home in Oswego, surrounded by her family.

Janet was born on April 21st, 1961, in Chicago, to Edward and Karen Puckett.

She grew up in Maywood and Bensenville and lived her adult life in...

Jan 8, 2026

"Do not let your hearts be troubled. You believe in God; believe also in me. My Father's house has many rooms; if that were not so, would I have told you that I am going there to prepare a place for you? And if I go and prepare a place for you, I will come back and take you to...

Jan 8, 2026

Obituary was lovingly written by his family

Celebrating Junior's Life: Junior Lee Burks, affectionately known as "Pops," was born on February 9, 1945, on the Mississippi Choctaw Nation Native American Reservation in Conehatta, Mississippi. He was the son of Annie May Evans and Jessie Edwards, who fled during the Great Migration from Mississippi to Chicago where Junior...

Jan 8, 2026

With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of Maria Rios, who left us peacefully on January 8, 2026, at the age of 46. Born on November 13, 1979, in Mexico, Maria's journey through life was marked by her vibrant spirit and unwavering love for her family and friends.

Maria was a beacon of joy, always smiling and...

Jan 5, 2026

Gary Blocker, 84, passed from this life on earth to his heavenly home on January 5, 2026. Gary was born on January 7, 1941, in Hinsdale, IL. He met the love of his life in high school and married Diane on September 30, 1961. They were married for nearly 60 years until her passing on September 25, 2020. Together...