Lombard/Villa Park obituaries—October 17

DONALD L. BANKS
Donald L. Banks passed away peacefully on Oct 8, 2019 at the age of 86. He was a U. S. Army veteran. Devoted husband of 63 years to Jane Banks nee Niemann. Loving dad to Patrick, Mary Jane Anderson, Joseph, Suanne (Ken) Woeste, Michelle (Gary) Windt, Timothy (Greta). Grandfather of 15. Great grandfather of 2. Funeral Mass was held Monday, Oct. 14, 2019, at St. Alexander Church, 300 S. Cornell, Villa Park. Interment private. In lieu of flowers memorials to ALS Association or alsa.org. Arrangements provided by Steuerle Funeral Home, 350 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park. For info 630-832-4161.

BARRY D. GIOVANINE, DDS
Barry D. Giovanine, DDS, age 64, of Glen Ellyn, died October 11, 2019.
Barry was the beloved husband of Sandra L., nee Allen; loving father of Bradley A. Giovanine, of New York City, and Stephanie M. Giovanine, of Glen Ellyn; dear brother of Cathy, of Mt. Prospect; and fond uncle, great-uncle, and friend of many.
Barry was a graduate of Augustana College. He went on to graduate from Loyola Dental School. For over thirty years, Barry built a dental practice in Lombard. He was an avid golfer and loved taking his family to Disney World.
A remembrance gathering will be held Sunday, October 20, 2019, from 1-3 p.m. with reflections and remarks beginning at 3 p.m. at Brust Funeral Home, 135 S. Main St., Lombard. Interment is private.
In lieu of flowers, donations directed to the wishes of the family would be appreciated.
Visit www.brustfuneralhome.com or call 888-629-0094 for more information.

BETTY JANE HUGHES
Betty Jane Hughes, nee Schoenke, 88, of Villa Park, passed away recently at the age of 88. Beloved wife of the late Edward. Loving mother of Cynthia (John) Schoenfeld, Barbara (John) Hilgart and John Hughes. Dear grandmother of Karri (Jim) Temple, Diana (Matt) Jax. Joseph Hilgart. Great grandmother of Marissa and Logan. Fond sister of the late Bill, Kenneth, Gertrude and Bernice. Funeral service was held Tuesday Oct. 15, at St. Paul Lutheran Church 545 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park. Interment St. Michael Cemetery, Wheaton. Arrangements provided by Steuerle Funeral Home, 350 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park. For info 630-832-4161.

EDWARD J. MURPHY
Edward J. Murphy, age 89, of Lombard, passed away Oct. 13, 2019.
Funeral Services were held Wednesday, Oct. 16, with prayers from Brust Funeral Home to Mass at Sacred Heart Church. Interment was private at St. Mary’s Cemetery.
Visit www.brustfuneralhome.com or call 888-629-0094 for more information.

VIRGINA R. OLSON
Virginia R. Olson, of California, formerly of Villa Park, passed away on Oct. 6, 2019, at the age of 70. Loving companion of Glenn Pittman. Beloved daughter of the late Donald and Dolores Olson. Dear sister of Patricia (Ed) Peterson, Steve, David (Michele Monaco) and the late John Olson. Dear aunt of Brian and Cory (John) Schmid. Great aunt of Iyla Schmid. Loving dog mom of “Baby Girl.” Services were held on Wednesday, Oct. 16, at Steuerle Funeral Home 350 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park. Interment Elm Lawn Cemetery, Elmhurst. For info 630-832-4161.

EMILY P. SLOWIK
Emily P. Slowik, nee Holenka, of Addison, passed away on Oct. 6, 2019, at the age of 91. Beloved wife of the late Edward S. Loving mother of Christine (Bill) King, Michael (Sue) , Jacob (Shari) and Edward Slowik. Cherished grandmother of Steven (Ellen ) King, Keeley (Joe) Dooley, Tom and Janet Slowik, Amanda (Eric) Lubben, Kristen (Keith) Hatzfeld, Stephanie (David) Bertone and Paige Slowik. Great Grandmother of Claryce, Caroline, Alexandra, Camryn, Emilia, Everleigh, Annabelle and Edward. Fond sister of the late Richard (Bernice), Edward Holenka and Evelyn Annis. Dear godmother of Cindy Kranz. Aunt and great aunt of many. Funeral Mass was held on Friday, Oct. 11 at St. John the Apostle Church 330 N. Westmore Ave. Villa Park. Interment at St. Adalbert Cemetery in Niles. Arrangements provided by Steuerle Funeral Home, 350 S. Ardmore Ave, Villa Park. For info 630-832-4161.