Jean was born on March 14, 1941 to Imogene and Ruben Fechner, Sr. in Waco, Tex. Dr. Tracy earned both her B.A. (1962) and Ph.D. (1971) from Texas Christian University, where she met her husband, Robert J. Tracy, and after graduating, they moved to Elmhurst where she has been a […]
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Heather McGuire, 46
Heather Marie McGuire, of Lombard, formerly of Elmhurst, finished her life’s journey suddenly on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022, at the age of 46. She was the cherished daughter of George and Dorothy McGuire; devoted sister of Amber (Dave) Lemar and Drew (Megan) McGuire; amazing aunt of Delaney and Liam Lemar, […]
Police Reports
The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court […]
Juvenile, age 13, charged with stealing car from Wilkins dealership; Leads police on high-speed pursuit; later arrested in Oak Park
On Tuesday, Dec. 27, DuPage County State’s Attorney Robert Berlin and Elmhurst Chief of Police Michael McLean announced that Judge Demetrios Panoushis had ordered that a Chicago juvenile accused of stealing a vehicle from an Elmhurst car dealership will be detained until at least his next court appearance. The juvenile, […]
Eagles football program honored for safety; Receive national ‘League Excellence’ award
Congratulations to Elmhurst Eagles football for being recognized by the USA Football’s “League Excellence Program” for maintaining top-tier operational standards and a commitment to athlete safety. This National initiative was spearheaded by coaching coordinator Nick Larma and is a direct result of the coaches themselves. This is a recognition for […]
Christening gown spans 111 years; 25 family members have worn it
By Jane Charmelo FOR THE ADDISON INDEPENDENT Handing down special mementos is a tradition in many families, and for one family, it is a very “delicate” matter. For Barb Cepek, the tradition is a cherished christening gown, made by her paternal great-grandfather’s sister, Kate Mulroyan, as a gift for Mulroyan’s […]
12/29/22 Print Versions
Christening gown spans 111 years
Twenty-five family members have worn it Handing down special mementos is a tradition in many families, and for one family, it is a very “delicate” matter. For Barb Cepek, the tradition is a cherished christening gown, made by her paternal great-grandfather’s sister, Kate Mulroyan, as a gift for Mulroyan’s niece’s […]
