THERESA CIARDIELLO
Theresa Ciardiello, née Pedato, age 93, of Lombard, for 65 years, passed away on February 27, 2022.
She was the beloved wife of the late Frank Ciardiello; loving mother of Robert (Susan) Ciardiello of Carol Stream, Irene Ciardiello of Wood Dale, Michael (Mary) Ciardiello of Villa Park, Mary (David) Radcliff of Lombard, John (Diane) Ciardiello of Palatine, and Tom (Tina) Ciardiello of Carol Stream; fond grandmother of Christina (Nick) Perrino of Glen Ellyn, Kevin Ciardiello of California, Joe (Chelsea) Ciardiello of Lombard, Brian Ciardiello of Chicago, Jennifer (Mahael) Rosenbaum of Elmhurst, Lauren Ciardiello of Chicago; great-grandmother of Joseph, Mikey, Lily, and Anthony; fond sister of Irene Pedato of Italy.
Theresa was born in Italy and lived in Lombard for 65 years. Prior to that she had lived in Cicero. She was a great cook, making everything from pizza to bread and pasta from scratch. She was a great mom and grandma.
Funeral Services were held on Friday, March 4, by invitation, at Brust Funeral Home, 135 S. Main St., Lombard IL, with Interment following at Forest Hill Cemetery, Glen Ellyn.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. Jude’s Children’s Research Hospital, 501 St. Jude Place Memphis, TN 38105, would be appreciated.
Arrangements by Brust Funeral Home. Info: www.brustfuneralhome.com or 888-629-0094.
RONALD JAMES FERNBACH, DDS
Ronald James Fernbach DDS, age 80 of Aurora, formerly of Lombard and Villa Park, passed away on March 2, 2022. Beloved husband of the late Sharon, nee Russo. Loving father of John (Julie) Fernbach and Kim (Michael) Lombardo. Beloved son of the late Josephine and John Fernbach. Proud grandfather of Marisa Fernbach, Alex Fernbach, Anthony Goocher and Skylar Goocher. Dear brother of Lenore Rasmussen and Kathy Fernbach. Fond uncle of Kristin Demas, Dana Berberet, Jennifer Larson and Kerstin Larson-Cooney. Brother in law of Robert (Patty) Russo and Marty (Lynda) Russo. Caring uncle of Marty Russo, Michelle Russo, Mary Grace Hjort, Allison Russo and Brittany Leuchs. Ronald was proud to have served as a U.S. Navy Veteran and later established his career working as a longtime dentist in Villa Park.
Family and friends to gather Sunday, March 13, 2022, for a memorial visitation and service to follow from 11:00 a.m. to 1 p.m. at DuPage Funeral Chapel, 951 W. Washington St. West Chicago, IL 60185
REV. ELTON HEIMSOTH
Rev. Elton Heimsoth, age 88, of Lombard, died March 2, 2022, at his home.
He was called to Trinity Lutheran Church at York Center, Lombard, in 1971 and served there for the next 27 years, retiring in 1998. Prior to that he was an Associate Pastor at Immanuel Lutheran Church in Bay City, Michigan from 1967 to 1971, and at Faith Lutheran Church in Kinston, North Carolina, from 1963 to 1967. As one of the longest serving pastors in Lombard, he was loved and respected. In retirement, he assisted for eight years at Trinity Lutheran York Center, Lombard, and for 6 years at Faith Lutheran Church in Westchester.
From 1955-1960, he was a Lutheran schoolteacher and principal at Christ Lutheran School in San Pedro California.
He was a graduate of Concordia Lutheran Seminary in Springfield in 1963, and a graduate of Concordia Teachers College in River Forest in 1955. He was also an active member of the Lutheran Layman’s League and former chairman of the Central Pastors Conference of the Northern Illinois District of the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod.
He grew up in Colorado and Illinois and was a graduate of Grand Junction High School in Colorado.
Elton was married to Carol nee Goehner on July 23, 1955, in Kansas City, MO, at Immanuel Lutheran Church. He was the loving father of James Heimsoth of Minonk, Illinois, Peter (Cynthia) Heimsoth of McHenry, Illinois, and Kris Ann (Marty) Milas of Villa Park; cherished grandfather of Calvin (Maddie) Milas and Cody Milas; and fond uncle to many nieces and nephews. He was confirmed at First Bethlehem Church in Chicago in 1947.
A service of praise and victory will be held Saturday, March 12, with Rev. Heimsoth Lying-In-State from 9:30 a.m. until the time of the Funeral Service at 10:30 a.m. at St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church, 215 S. Lincoln Ave., Lombard. Interment to follow at Chapel Hill Gardens West Cemetery, Oakbrook Terrace. Visitation Friday, March 11, from 3-8 p.m. at Brust Funeral Home, 135 S. Main St., Lombard.
In lieu of flowers, memorials to Trinity Lutheran Church & School, 1165 S. Westmore-Meyers Road, Lombard, IL60148; St. John’s Ev. Lutheran Church & School, 215 S. Lincoln Ave., Lombard, IL 60148; or Lutheran Hour Ministries, 660 Mason Ridge Center Drive, St. Louis, MO 63141.
Arrangements by Brust Funeral Home. Info: www.brustfuneralhome.com or 888-629-0094.
MARGARET HELEN NEELY
Margaret Helen Neely, 92, of Lombard, passed away February 25, 2022, in the home where she had lived for 62 years. She was born in Elmhurst, Illinois, on June 22, 1929, the daughter of German immigrants Emma and Otto Klein. In 1947 at the age of 17, she married John Richard Neely after his arrival home from serving with the U.S Army in Europe during WWII. Together they had three children. She will lovingly be remembered by her family as a mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother.
Margaret loved life and was always looking for ways to make friends. She worked at National College of Chiropractic for 35 years in many capacities, ending her career as Director of Alumni Affairs. She often invited the students from around the world into her home and continued to have relationships with them throughout the years.
Margaret was engaged with her community as President of the Lombard Chamber of Commerce, recipient of the Lombard Service League’s Woman of the Year Award, Grand Marshal of the Lilac Parade, member of the Lombard Garden Club, and member of the Lombard Historical Society. She loved her church, First Church of Lombard, and one of her favorite activities was working at the Wednesday Night Community Table. She also worked to serve people in need through the Outreach House.
Margaret took joy in her home. She was an avid gardener and her gardens were featured in Lombard’s annual Garden Walk. Most of all, she loved to sit on her front porch in the early morning and watch the neighborhood come to life. Often, friends and neighbors would stop by just to sit on the porch swing and visit a while.
Margaret was preceded in death by her parents, her sister Elizabeth, and her best friend and brother Wally. Her life will continue to be an inspiration to her children Daniel (Barb) Neely, Christine Neely, and Karen (Ron) Pieper. Her legacy will continue on through her grandchildren Lani (Sheryl) Trail, Joel (Candice) Neely, Jonathan Neely, Emma Pieper, and Amanda (Graham) Buss and her great-grandchildren Zach, Alex, Josh, Ellie, Amelia, Harper, Nora and Miles.
A memorial service will be held at a future date at First Congregational Church of Lombard.
HAROLD REINHEIMER
Harold Reinheimer, age 79, longtime resident of Lombard, passed away on March 1st, 2022. Beloved husband of Denise Reinheimer, nee Lemon; loving father of Brian (Kristina), Kevin (Shannon), and Susan (Josh); cherished grandfather of Maya, Kallen, Kyler, Kaylee, Lexi, Cameron, and Ellie; dear son of the late Karl and the late Magda Reinheimer; fond uncle, cousin, and friend to many.
“He Built His Life With His Hands, So He Could Live It With His Heart.” Harold was a proud US Army veteran. He was known as a relentless tinkerer, meticulous recycler, perpetual pool and ping-pong player, and avid soccer player and fan. He was a life time member for over 50 years at Local 150 Operating Engineers. Most importantly, Harold was a perfect role-model for his children and grandchildren.
Services private for info contact Knollcrest Funeral Home.
ROBERT WAIDANZ SR.
Robert “Bob” Waidanz Sr., age 93, resident of Lombard for over 60 years, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family Thursday, March 3, 2022. Bob was the loving husband of the late Marilyn; beloved father of Robert Jr., Cindy, Joseph and James (Jane); loving grandfather of Stacey (John) Scarano, Sharon Sleboda, Melanie Waidanz (Steve Menachof); cherished great grandfather of Brianna Sleboda, Isabella Scarano and Jackson Connelley.
Bob was a very proud Purple Heart Veteran of the Korean War.
A visitation was held Saturday, March 5, 2022, at Brust Funeral Home, 135 S. Main St., Lombard, IL 60148. Private Interment at Glen Oak Cemetery, Hillside.
In lieu of flowers, please send donations to the American Heart Association at 3816 Paysphere Circle, Chicago, IL 60674 or online at https://www.heart.org.
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