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Patti Lynn Sikorski

Patti Lynn Sikorski

Dec 30, 2023

Patti Lynn Sikorski, age 63, of Oswego, IL, peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 30, 2023 at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, IL. She was born August 8,1960 in Battle Creek, MI the daughter of Donald and Jeanette nee Gainor Darga.

Patti was a devoted paraprofessional helping special needs children at Jane Adams Middle School...

James Clark Gates

James Clark Gates

Dec 29, 2023

James C Gates age 77 of Aurora, IL. at rest Friday, December 29, 2023, at Alden Estates of Naperville. He was born January 1, 1946, at St. Charles Hospital Aurora Il, the son of the late George and Mildred (McFarland) Gates and remained lifelong resident of Aurora. Jim was a graduate of East Aurora High school enjoying wrestling, golf,...

Dean P. Hartley

Dean P. Hartley

Dec 25, 2023

Dean P. Hartley, 87, of Oswego, passed away at Fox Knoll Villages on December 25, 2023. Born in Greenfield, IA to Abner and Irma (nee Lawrence). He spent the past 52 years in Oswego.

Dean has always talked about his mother's love for him and how she willingly wrote notes to get him out of attending school...

Louis G. Stahl

Louis G. Stahl

Dec 24, 2023

Louis G. Stahl, 87 of Oswego, IL died Saturday, December 24, 2023 at his residence.

Louis was born November 19, 1936 in Peoria, IL to Harold and Martha nee Henniges Stahl.

He married Kathleen Duffield on December 26, 1959 at St. Mary's Catholic Church in Henry, IL.

He is survived by his beloved...

Carolyn A. Manella

Carolyn A. Manella

Dec 21, 2023

Carolyn Manella age 106 at rest peacefully on Thursday, December 21, 2023, at the Pearl at the Tillers, Oswego, IL.

She was born in Chicago, Illinois on June 12, 1917, the daughter of the late Louis and Henrietta (nee Kreiling) Rothbauer.

In 1940, known as "Care", she was united in marriage with her first love,...

Gloria (Glo) S. Rios

Gloria (Glo) S. Rios

Dec 21, 2023

Gloria (Glo) Rios was a caring mother, grandmother, sister, and friend.

She passed away on December 21, 2023, at 9:21 a.m. in Chicago, Illinois, surrounded by a room full of her loved ones.

Her battle with serious medical issues in recent years showed her strength, courage, and resilience while facing life's challenges. Despite her hardships,...

Gerald B. "Jerry" Nelson

Gerald B. "Jerry" Nelson

Dec 19, 2023

Gerald B. "Jerry" Nelson, age 94, of Serena peacefully passed away on Tuesday, December 19, 2023 at the Franciscan Village of Lemont, IL.

He was born June 8, 1929 in Sandwich, IL, the son of Burton and Edna nee Marshall Nelson.

Jerry proudly served his country in the US Army as a Sergeant in the...

Frank Badus, Jr.

Frank Badus, Jr.

Dec 18, 2023

Frank Badus Jr, age 76, of Yorkville, IL, passed away peacefully at home with his family by his side on Monday December 18, 2023. He was born on August 9, 1947 in Chicago, IL the son of Frank Sr and Mary nee Warchol Badus and raised by his foster parents Elizabeth and Edward Clark. A private memorial was held...

Mary Elizabeth Forde

Mary Elizabeth Forde

Dec 18, 2023

Obituary lovingly written by her family:

Mary Elizabeth Forde (nee Durkan) passed away peacefully on December 18, 2023, in the comfort of her own home with family by her side.

She is survived by her beloved and devoted husband of 58 years, Patrick Forde, and was the loving mother to Ann (Charles) Chapple, Brian (Sandra)...

James H. Plocher

James H. Plocher

Dec 12, 2023

Obituary loving written by his family.

James (Jim) Plocher (Ploch) 88, of Montgomery, IL passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 12, 2023.

He was born on August 21, 1935 in Aurora, IL at the old Copley hospital, now Bardwell Residences, where he lived when he passed.

Jim was a beloved husband of 67...

Robert Charles Miller

Robert Charles Miller

Dec 11, 2023

Robert Charles Miller, 66, of Sandwich, IL passed away unexpectedly on December 11, 2023. He was born August 25, 1957, in Naperville, IL, the son of Robert L. Miller and Sally Harris.

Rob was an avid sports fan. His favorite teams were the St. Louis Cardinals, St. Louis Blues, and the Chicago Bears. In his free time,...

James Elmer Talley

James Elmer Talley

Dec 9, 2023

James Talley 79, of Aurora, Il. passed away peacefully on Saturday December 9, 2023, after a courageous battle with Parkinson's and kidney disease.

James was born June 13, 1944, in Chicago Il. to Elmer Talley and Ann (Crilly) Talley.

James was a proud Army veteran who served his country honorably during the Vietnam war where...

Delores R. Woodard

Delores R. Woodard

Dec 8, 2023

Delores R. (Scheidecker) Woodard died peacefully on December 8, 2023, at Bickford of Aurora, just four months shy of turning the big 1-0-0!

She was born March 12, 1924, daughter of Theodore E. & Mabel N. Scheidecker.

She was a 1942 East Aurora High School graduate. She was married on June 25, 1949, to Thomas...

Kesone Ning Phommachith Barnett

Kesone Ning Phommachith Barnett

Dec 4, 2023

Obituary was lovingly written by her family.

Kesone Ning Phommachith Barnett

It is with profound sorrow that we mourn the loss of Kesone "Ning" Phommachith, who peacefully passed away on December 4, 2023. Born on December 16, 1974, she lived a life filled with warmth, wit, and boundless humor. Her vibrant personality and enduring spirit...

Nalom Baccam Aka Bounme Souksengchanh

Nalom Baccam Aka Bounme Souksengchanh

Dec 3, 2023

Obituary was lovingly written by his family.

Nalom Baccam, age 70, passed away with his loved ones by his side on December 3, 2023. Nalom was born on January 25, 1953. His journey began in Luangprabang, Laos and he made his way to the US in the early 80s.

Nalom spent his time working in...

Shirley L. Miller

Shirley L. Miller

Nov 29, 2023

Shirley L. Miller, age 94, passed away with her daughters by her side on November 29, 2023, at Jennings Terrance in Aurora, IL. Shirley was born December 14, 1928, in Somonauk, IL, daughter of the late Howard Nation and Gladys Eader.

Shirley had an interest in gardening, she took great care in keeping her surroundings lively and...

Bounkong K. Thephavong

Bounkong K. Thephavong

Nov 26, 2023

Bounkong Thephavong, age 66, of North Aurora, passed away peacefully on November 26, 2023.

Kong kept busy with various projects around the house and loved spending his free time traveling and creating new memories with his wife and children but most importantly being a grandpa to his grandchildren.

He was born on May 12, 1957...

Edward "Ed" Kirner

Edward "Ed" Kirner

Nov 24, 2023

Edward "Ed" Kirner

Ed Kirner, 91, of Montgomery, IL passed away peacefully on November 24, 2023, at Jennings Terrace in Aurora, IL.

He is survived by his loving wife, Carole, his children Joe Kirner, Diana (Mark) Fill, Karen (Steve) Van Valey and stepson Markus (Nu Bell) Peek. Ed is the proud grandfather of Alyssa Van...

Nancy C. Carmody

Nancy C. Carmody

Nov 18, 2023

Nancy Catherine Carmody (née Samorian) was called to heaven peacefully on November 18, 2023, surrounded in love by family. 'Grandma' Nancy was a devoted and loving wife, mother, mother-in-law, grandmother, and great grandmother. She had a kind and compassionate soul and was genuinely loved by all. She was an accomplished artist, crafter, and seamstress, with much of her original...

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