Elmhurst University has received a $1.8 million gift—one of the largest donations in the institution’s history—from the estate of alumnus George Howard Baechtold, a longtime donor and friend to Elmhurst. The gift will support a number of causes and needs at Elmhurst, including a new scholarship for students from underrepresented […]
Elmhurst News
Report: Missing Elmhurst resident was subject of criminal investigation
By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent The Elmhurst resident who has been missing since Aug. 8 was the subject of an ongoing criminal probe at the time of his disappearance, according to a report published on CrimeOnline (www.crimeonline.com). The missing person, Jake Cefolia, is a Senior Vice President of […]
Cecil Stinson, 92
Had 30-year career at York High School Cecil Stinson, of Lombard, died September 6, 2020 at his home at the age of 92. Beloved husband of Jane Stinson for 68 wonderful years. Cherished by his daughter Julie (Gerry) Glander; his grandchildren Tyler (Mary) Glander, Melanie Glander and great grandchildren Andrew, […]
Robert Dillingham
We wish to thank everyone for your support, love and prayers during this time. Due to restrictions brought on by COVID-19, we will postpone the planned remembrance services for Robert (Bob) E. Dillingham until the Spring. We look forward to celebrating his life at that time. Judy, Mark, Scott, Jill, […]
Lillian E. Schaper
Lillian E. Schaper, nee Finke, a longtime resident of Elmhurst, passed away September 7, 2020. Lillian was the beloved wife of the late C. Wilbert Schaper; loving mother of the late Ralph (survived by Susan) Schaper, Donald K. Schaper and Janet (John) Belha; proud grandmother of Dan (Karen), Chris (Candice), […]
Dr. Thomas J. Rogers, 88
Longtime Elmhurst resident Dr. Thomas J. Rogers, DDS, was loved and prayed into the next life while surrounded by his cherished family on Sept. 2, 2020. He was 88. He was the dear husband of Barbara J. and the late Carol M. and the loving, much-admired father of Pattie (David […]
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 […]
Robert Bushman, 98
Robert Bushman, of Elmhurst, died September 11, 2020, at the age of 98. Beloved husband of the late Maxine, who passed in 1998; father of Paul and Marc (Jean) Bushman; brother of Elizabeth (Harvey) Techtman. Funeral Service was held Tuesday, Sept. 8, at Immanuel Lutheran Church, 142 E. Third St., […]
Medina takes reins as student govt. moderator at Montini; Striving to maintain a sense of normalcy
Each year, Montini Catholic student government members return to school enthused and anxious to hit the ground running in planning the year’s many social and service events. This year, there’s a new leader at the helm, teacher Laura Medina. Medina, who was named Montini Catholic’s Lasallian Educator of the Year […]
Workvana opens new Elmhurst location, offers day-time workspace for remote workers; As Covid-19 pushes more employees to work from home, company opens more locations
By Julia Locanto For The Elmhurst Independent Working from home, or remote work is quickly becoming a preferred way of life for many people across the world, you can click here to see the exact numbers. Yet working form home can yield numerous challenges for the workplace. This reason, among […]
