On January 4, 2025, Sharon Lynne Ebner, 82, of Elmhurst passed away peacefully surrounded by family. She was born on November 15, 1942, in Lincolnwood, daughter to her late parents, Arden Iverson and Violet Iverson (Blackmer). Sharon was the owner of the Elmhurst travel agency, Horizon Travel, and […]
Elmhurst News
Kim K. Ebeling, 69
Kim K. Ebeling, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 3, 2025, at the age of 69, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Villa Park, Illinois, to Frank and Thora Rogers, Kim was the third of four siblings and grew up in a […]
Elmhurst Community Calendar
Recurring on Sundays Elmhurst Model Railroad Club Sunday open house. From 1-4 p.m. every Sunday at the Elmhurst Model Railroad Club, 111 E. First St., and visit the club’s three operating model railroad layouts. For more information, call 630-530-9584 or email: [email protected] Recurring weekly on Monday nights Trivia night. From […]
Elmhurst 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 […]
Mayor Levin announces re-election bid
Elmhurst Mayor Scott Levin announced earlier this week that he is running for re-election in the April 1, 2025, municipal election. “I am strongly committed to continuing to serve with energy and integrity to build upon the experience I bring to the mayor’s office,” said Levin in a statement he […]
History museum takes a look back in time; Upcoming exhibit to feature farming roots
By Jane Charmelo FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT For many of us—and especially today’s young people—the streets, shops, downtown and suburban life that make up Elmhurst don’t offer a hint as to what the landscape looked like in the 1800s. But the Elmhurst History Museum staff has done their research, so […]
LLOYD BEESE, 87
Lloyd Beese, age 87, of Elmhurst, passed away peacefully on December 23, 2024. Lloyd was the beloved husband of Rita Beese for 57 years. He was the loving father of Daryl Beese and Kristen Beese (Jason) Alfonsi. Proud grandfather of Tyler and Siena Alfonsi. Cherished brother to Elaine […]
BARBARA J. BENWAY, 95
Barbara J. Benway, 95, passed away peacefully at The Manor at Elfindale, Springfield, MO on November 29. Barbara was born May 18, 1929 in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of the late Ellis and Rossie Schonert. She was united in marriage to Russel E. Benway in 1951. Russel preceded […]
CRAIG M. KENNEDY, 73
Craig M. Kennedy, 73, of Pleasant Prairie, WI, passed away on December 31, 2024. He was born on November 23, 1951, in Elmhurst, IL. Craig was a loving partner, proud father and grandfather. He is survived by his loving partner of over 16 years, Joya Zamora, his two […]
DR. ROY KUROTSUCHI, 97
Dr. Roy Kurotsuchi, 97, long-time Obstetrician-Gynecologist in the Chicago area, died December 30, 2024. He resided at the Oaks at Bartlett and previously lived in Elmhurst. Roy was the beloved husband of the late Nancy Kurotsuchi; loving father of Susan, James and Karen (Daniel) Inkelas; proud grandfather of […]