Obituary Listing

Nov 13, 2024

Ned Robert Calcaterra, of Aurora, age 93 at rest on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at home surrounded by his loving family. He was born on November 21, 1930, in Joliet, IL the son of the late Anthony and Louise nee Cataneo Calcaterra. Ned proudly served his county in the United States Army during the Korean War. He was a...

Nov 12, 2024

Marcia J. McDowell, 79, passed peacefully on Tuesday, November 12, 2024 at Rush Copley Medical Center in Aurora, Illinois with her loving family at her side.

She was born August 16, 1945 in Chicago, Illinois to the late Clarence and Lorraine nee Hammersmith Benda.

Marcia loved to travel and enjoyed spending time with her children...

Nov 12, 2024

K B Dheerendra, 88, of Aurora, IL died peacefully on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, at his residence. He was born May 19, 1936, in India.

K B was a mechanical engineer working for Wabco - Division of Dresser Industries in Peoria, IL and Anchor Harvey Components, Inc., in Freeport, IL prior to his retirement in 2001. He...

Nov 9, 2024

Ulises Avitia-Herrera, 35, of Aurora, IL died peacefully on his sleep Saturday, November 9, 2024 at Rush-Copley Medical Center in Aurora, IL. He was born July 3, 1989 in Mexico.

He was a special person and a beautiful soul, who liked to listen to music, learn about cars and play video games. He loved taking care of...

Nov 9, 2024

Robert G "Rob" Carpenter, 55, a lifelong resident of Oswego, IL died Saturday, November 9, 2024, at Rush-Copley Medical Center in Aurora, IL after a courageous battle against cancer.

He was born June 26, 1969, in Aurora, IL.

Rob was a member of the Class of 1987 at Oswego High School. He was employed as...

Nov 7, 2024

Janis H Hoch, 90, of Oswego, IL died on Thursday, November 7, 2024 at Bickford of Oswego, IL. She was born April 22, 1934, in Aurora, IL, the daughter of George W and Jewel H nee Jacobs Essenpreis.

She was an avid golfer and known in the Oswegoland area as a very talented artist, painting many historic...

Nov 3, 2024

Oct 31, 2024

Gerhard Michael "Gary" Navickas, age 75, passed away peacefully with his loving family by his side on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at his residence.

He was born January 17, 1949 in Germany, the son of Vladas and Eleanor nee Beckeler Navickas.

Gary proudly served his country in the US Army as a cook, serving honorably...

Oct 30, 2024

Obituary loving written by her family

Beth M. Dhuse (née Lindenmeyer), 89, of Oswego, IL, died on Wednesday, October 30, 2024 at Michaelsen Health Center in Batavia, IL. She was born March 20, 1935 in Aurora, IL, to the late Martin L. and Mildred E. Lindenmeyer (née Weis).

Beth was confirmed at St. Paul's Lutheran...

Oct 28, 2024

Barton L "Bartman" Washington, 66, of Aurora formerly of Montgomery, IL Died Monday, October 28, 2024, after a prolonged battle with diabetes.

He was born February 23, 1958, in Aurora, IL, the son of the late Robert and Arlene (Carter) Washington.

He was a member of the Class of 1976 of West Aurora High School....

Oct 28, 2024

My Kelly,

It would often start with, "Hi I'm Kelly" and with that simple statement, you would soon find yourself unexpectedly making a new friend. She would meet a Surburu customer for a short review and end up on the appointment well over an hour as Kelly and her new friend would be talking about everything under...

Oct 23, 2024

Edward J. Maher, III, 77, of Oswego, IL passed on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. He was born June 14, 1947, in Bronx, NY, the son of the late Edward J and Dorothy nee Lohmann Maher, II.

He was a member of Our Lady of Mercy Catholic Church in Aurora; IL and a graduate of the Oswego Citizens...

Oct 23, 2024

Our beloved mother and grandmother, Karen Lea Nissen, passed away at Accentcare Hospice in Naperville, IL. on October 23, 2024, She was 78.

Karen was the heart of our home and family. She raised Michelle in a happy and loving home full of every opportunity she could offer. Karen was married for 57 years to her dedicated...

Oct 18, 2024

Jean Katherine Mahaney, age 93, of Yorkville, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, October 18, 2024, while in Hospice Care. She was born on August 20, 1931, in Aurora, Illinois, the youngest daughter of Theodore and Mary (née Hamman) Schomer. Jean was united in marriage to William T. Mahaney in May 1953 at St. Mary Catholic Church in Aurora,...

Oct 16, 2024

Oakley Ryder Kempiak, 34, of Wayne City, IL formerly of Sheridan, IL died unexpectedly on Wednesday, October 16, 2024. He was born March 28, 1990.

He was a member of the Class of 2008 of Serena High School.

He is survived by his life partner Kristina Benson, a daughter Kinsley Kempiak, three sons Keden Benson,...

Oct 15, 2024

Gail Laird, 79 of Oswego, IL sadly passed away on October 15, 2024 with her daughter Andrea by her side.

She was born June 21, 1945 in LaGrange, IL. Gail grew up in Western Springs, IL and attended Lyons Township High School, graduating class of 1963. She worked at Lions Club International, a charitable organization, in Oak...

Oct 14, 2024

Stanley Edward Dzik, Age 85 of Oswego, IL, at rest peacefully on October 14, 2024, at Hillside Rehab and Care Center in Yorkville, IL. Stanley was born May 13, 1939, in Chicago, IL.

Stanley was a hardworking family man with his loving wife of 49 years. He was always fixing something or working on little projects around...

Oct 13, 2024

Lloyd Dean Territo, age 92, of Oswego, IL, passed away on Sunday, October 13th, 2024 in Naperville, IL. He was born January 9th, 1932 in Glenwood, IA, son of Charles Territo and Fern Margaret Cooper. Dean proudly served his country in the US Army as a Corporal in the infantry. After his honorable discharge in 1953, Dean pursued a...

Oct 12, 2024

Michael A. Costello Age 79 of Montgomery and Normal, IL. at rest peacefully on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at AccentCare & Hospice Palliative Care of Illinois, Naperville, IL. following a brief stay in the hospital. Michael was born in Chicago, IL and was raised in St. Charles, IL. He received his BA from Aurora University and a MAE from...

Oct 10, 2024

Peggy Sue Figgins

The spiritual world has gained a beautiful soul.

Peggy Sue Figgins, 66, of Newark, IL, formally of Sheridan, IL passed away on October 10, 2024 at Edward Hospital in Naperville surrounded by her children, grandchildren and great grandson.

Peggy was born in Sandwich, IL on June 14, 1958 to Melvin...