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Mary Barbara "Barb" Schlesinger, nee Wren 72, of Wilmington, formerly of Hinsdale, passed away Jan. 5, 2024. She was born in 1951 in Chicago to Richard and Letty Wren. Barb had a zest for life and enjoyed various hobbies throughout her years. She loved skiing when she was younger and time at the lake. She spent most of her recent days at the gym, doing workouts with her friends in Wilmington. Barb's educational journey began at St. John Fischer Primary School and continued at...
Joseph James Lebeda, 80, a 53-year resident of Clarendon Hills, formerly of Hinsdale, died Dec. 26, 2023. Joe was a thoughtful and kind man, who was loved by many. He was a longtime member of the Clarendon Hills Lions Club, a U.S. Army Reservist, and during his career a dedicated employee and plant manager of Air Liquide. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Milly R. Lebeda, née Slifka; his daughter, Karen M. Beeson; his grandchildren, Joseph and Paul Beeson; his sister,...
Shirley M. Dolack, nee Betcher, 101, of Hinsdale, died Dec. 29, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband of almost 70 years, Joseph T. Dolack; and her parents, Louis and Myrtle Betcher. She is survived by her children, Thomas (Linda) Dolack, Sue (Terry) Walsh, Cathy (Timothy) Walsh, Joseph (Bobbie) Dolack, Jr. and Marylee (Robb) Richmond; her grandchildren, Chris, Kevin, Kate, Tim, Dan, Eileen, Sarah, Patrick, Casey, Catherine, Joe III, Ben and Emily; and her 17...
Joseph James Lebeda, 80, a 53-year resident of Clarendon Hills, formerly of Hinsdale, died Dec. 26, 2023. Joe was a thoughtful and kind man, who was loved by many. He was a longtime member of the Clarendon Hills Lions Club, a U.S. Army Reservist, and during his career a dedicated employee and plant manager of Air Liquide. He is survived by his wife of 55 years, Milly R. Lebeda, née Slifka; his daughter, Karen M. Beeson; his grandchildren, Joseph and Paul Beeson; his sister,...
Kalpana Lall, 85, passed away peacefully at her home in Oak Brook on Dec. 18, 2023, after a long battle with heart failure. Kalpana was born in 1938 in Delhi, India. She was the second of five children and the eldest daughter. As a young girl in India, she excelled as a student, which sparked her passion for life-long learning. She earned a bachelor's in nursing from Delhi University and had a successful career as a registered nurse for more than 30 years. During her career...
Courtney Koranda Seaman passed away Dec. 14, 2023, in a fatal aviation accident, together with her devoted husband, Gregg, while returning to their San Diego home from the East Coast. Courtney, 48, was raised in Hinsdale and graduated from Hinsdale Central High School. She completed her studies at DePaul University with a degree in psychology. She worked in the real estate industry for several years before moving to San Diego, where she became a successful real estate agent...
Nelson "Ed" E. Tatlock (retired U.S. Army CW5), 76, of Hinsdale, died Dec. 10, 2023, surrounded by his family. Ed was born to Nelson and Helen, nee Flake, Tatlock in 1947, in Seymour, Ind., but spent most of his years in Jeffersonville, Ind., and Frankfort, Ky. He was one of four children, the only son. Ed grew up in southern Indiana. He went to high school in Jeffersonville where he met the love of his life, Anna Belle Cox. Ed was very active in athletics. He was a left-hande...
Elizabeth "Betty" Rose Dean Reed, 95, died peacefully with her children at her bedside on Dec. 5, 2023, exactly 18 years to the day after losing her husband of 53 years, Dwight Reed. Born in 1928 to Harry and Louise Dean, Betty grew up in Naples, N.Y., in the heart of the upstate Finger Lakes region. She was the proud valedictorian of her graduating class of 12 at Naples Central School and went on to graduate from Cornell University. At Cornell, Betty met Dwight, freshly...
Carol Giles Parrillo, 90, of Oak Brook died Dec. 15, 2023. Carol touched many lives and will be dearly missed. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, William J. Parrillo; and her daughter, Cara Chantal (Kevin J. Hincks) Parrillo-Hincks. She is survived by her sons, William G. Parrillo of Hinsdale and Jon R. (Heidi) Parrillo; her grandchildren, William J. Parker, Connor and Alexandra Parrillo, Daniel (Miki), Jon (Jessica) Jr., and Francesca (Connor Stewart)...
Philip R. Clarke III, 75, of Westmont, formerly of Clarendon Hills, passed away unexpectedly Dec. 6, 2023. A lifelong resident of the Chicago area, Philip attended Walker School in Clarendon Hills. He later continued a family tradition by attending and graduating from Asheville School, a private boarding school located in Asheville, N.C. He returned to Chicago for his undergraduate and master's degrees, obtaining both from the University of Chicago (economics and MBA), and...
Carol Giles Parrillo, 90, of Oak Brook died Dec. 15, 2023. Carol touched many lives and will be dearly missed. She was preceded in death by her husband of 66 years, William J. Parrillo; and her daughter, Cara Chantal (Kevin J. Hincks) Parrillo-Hincks. She is survived by her sons, William G. Parrillo of Hinsdale and Jon R. (Heidi) Parrillo; her grandchildren, William J. Parker, Connor and Alexandra Parrillo, Daniel (Miki), Jon (Jessica) Jr., and Francesca (Connor Stewart)...
Nelson "Ed" E. Tatlock (retired U.S. Army CW5), 76, of Hinsdale, died Dec. 10, 2023, surrounded by his family. Ed was born to Nelson and Helen, nee Flake, Tatlock in 1947, in Seymour, Ind., but spent most of his years in Jeffersonville, Ind., and Frankfort, Ky. He was one of four children, the only son. Ed grew up in southern Indiana. He went to high school in Jeffersonville where he met the love of his life, Anna Belle Cox. Ed was very active in athletics. He was a left-hande...
Vincent Anthony Sackett, 78, passed away Dec. 7, 2023, of cancer at his home in Oak Brook. Vincent grew up in Berwyn with cherished childhood summers in Boston. He met his future wife, Barbara, at DePaul University and continued his eduction to earn a medical degree from Loyola University of Chicago Stritch School of Medicine. He practiced psychiatry for more than 50 years, attending Harvard School of Public Health approximately mid-career to obtain his master's in health...
Deborah L. Obiala, nee Schmidt, 76, of Hinsdale passed away Dec. 4, 2023, surrounded by family. Debbie was born in 1947 in Chicago and grew up in the Beverly neighborhood, attending Kellogg Elementary and Morgan Park High School. At age 20, Debbie married the love of her life, Dan, and the two settled their family in southeast Hinsdale in 1973. Debbie and Dan's 53-year marriage was one of love and faith, happiness and pride. Debbie built an impressive 45-year real estate...
Nancy Gorski, nee Glusack, 91, a longtime Clarendon Hills resident, passed away peacefully Dec. 9, 2023, at St. Patrick’s Residence in Naperville. She was preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Edward Gorski. She is survived by her children, Dr. Gregory (Vivien) Gorski and Loren (Jane) Gorski; her grandchildren, Laura (Dominick) Clarizio, Ashley (Jason) McArdle and Kevin Gorski; her great-grandchildren, Julie Ann, John, Luke and Michael Clarizio; and many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Visitation is f...
Carol Lee Cikanek, nee Kersten, 72, a longtime Hinsdale resident, passed away unexpectedly Dec. 7, 2023. Carol Lee was born in Chicago in 1950. She grew up in Berwyn and graduated from nearby Nazareth Academy. Carol met her husband George at 15. They went for a motorcycle ride and have been inseparable since. In 1974, Carol and George bought a house in Hinsdale, where she would discover her life's passion - being a mom. With gentle kindness and boundless energy, she devoted...
Patricia Frances Chase, nee Dunn, 91, of Placida, Fla., and Oak Brook, died Dec. 9, 2023. She was preceded in death by her husband, Dana Chase Jr. She is survived by her children, Deidre (Brian) Clingen, Dana Chase, Susan (Tim) Korin and David (Sarah) Chase of Hinsdale; her grandchildren, Brittany, Amanda, Shelby, Paige, Parker, Gillian, Teddy and Tommy; and her five great-grandchildren. Visitation is at 11 a.m. Thursday, Dec. 14, at Notre Dame Church, 64 Norfolk Ave.,...
Kevin Joseph Schranz, 26, of Clarendon Hills passed away peacefully Nov. 28, 2023, with his family at his side. Kevin was a ray of sunshine, a twinkle in the night sky. He touched lives in every direction and warmed hearts that needed a hug. He would stop on the sidewalk to assist the homeless and he was always the first to offer help to persons in need. His generosity and giving spirit was light years beyond his age. Kevin's greatest stories involved adventures out west colle...
Francis Dean Gardner, 89, of Clarendon Hills, formerly of Hinsdale, passed away Nov. 27, 2023. He was born in Colome, S.D., in 1934. He is survived by his daughters, Mary (Al) Lotfi and Ann Marie (Alfred) Allen; his grandchildren, Chase and Taylor Lotfi and Wylie and Isabella Allen; and his siblings, Patricia, Marvin, Marleen, Ernest and Sharon. A funeral Mass will be said at 10 a.m. Tuesday, Dec. 12, at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church, 306 W. Fourth St., Hinsdale. Interment will follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in...
Jim Lail, 60, of Clarendon Hills, passed away unexpectedly Nov. 27, 2023. Jim was born in Harvey in 1962 to James and Donna Lail. He grew up with his younger sister, Jodi, in Dolton, and proudly graduated from Thornridge High School alongside his group of cherished friends. He went on to attend the University of Kentucky, receiving a scholarship for track and field, and competed as a shot put and discus thrower. After his freshman year, he transferred to Eastern Illinois...
John Joseph Scott, 102, of Willowbrook passed away at home peacefully on Nov. 24, 2023, after a rich and blessed life. He was born in 1921 to John and Grace Scott in Chicago. John was a World War II veteran and Purple Heart recipient. He bravely served in Gen. Patton's 3rd Army in the 177th Field Artillery Battalion in France, Belgium, Holland and Germany for two and half years. When he returned home to Chicago, he met and married the love of his life, Marion. Marion and John...
Patricia DeForest Hindman of Hinsdale and Key Largo, Fla., passed away Nov. 24, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of laughter, love and unforgettable memories. Pat was raised in Boonville, Ind., the only child of Raymunda Autry and Joseph W. DeForest. She developed a profound love of nature and the outdoors when her family moved to Bremerton, Wash., where she spent countless hours hiking and camping around Mt. Rainer and the northwest coast with her beloved father. She attended...
Courtney Joy Schrey, 42, of Oakbrook Terrace, passed away peacefully Nov. 13, 2023. Courtney attended Hinsdale Central High School, Northwestern University and Illinois Institute of Technology. She loved swimming and crossword puzzles. Courtney taught and tutored many at College of DuPage. She is survived by her father, Thomas; and her aunts, uncles and cousins. She was preceded in death by her mother, Iris. Visitation is from 10 a.m. to noon today, Nov. 30, at Hallowell &...
Edward Bergmann, 83, a longtime Hinsdale resident, passed away unexpectedly Nov. 11, 2023, at UChicago Medicine AdventHealth Hinsdale. He was born in 1941 to Frederick and Terese Bergmann and grew up in Chicago with a deep thirst for knowledge and a strong desire to be the best at whatever he sought out in life. After graduating Hirsch High School in Chicago, he proceeded to Northwestern University and found a passion for the law. That passion directed him to Cornell Law...
Thomas S. Garland Sr. of Hinsdale died Nov. 22, 2023. Thomas was a model train enthusiast and a huge Cubs fan. He loved his dog, Gabriella. He is survived by his wife, Patricia (nee Areddia); his sons, Thomas and Joseph; his mother, Barbara; his sisters, Kim (Thomas) Campbell and Jill Garland; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Thomas. A funeral Mass will be held at 11 a.m. today, Nov. 30, at St. John of the Cross Church, 5005 Wolf Road,...
