Obituaries

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OTTO J. UHLIR, 97

   Otto J. Uhlir Jr., passed away peacefully on July 3, 2025, at the age of age 97. Beloved husband of Mary Colette Uhlir for 71 years until her passing; loving father of Kurt Uhlir; loving father-in-law of Kathy (Matkaitis) Uhlir; proud grandfather of Bryanna Uhlir and Sara Uhlir; and […]

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INGEBORG HOFFMAN, 98

   Ingeborg Hoffman, nee Hauzeneder; age 98, Native of Munich, Germany, longtime resident of Elmhurst; beloved wife of the late Paul W.; loving mother of Heide (Bruce) Forbush; dear sister of Friedl Hauzeneder.    Interment Oak Hill Cemetery, Sandy Lake, PA.    A special thank you to Nurse Mary from […]

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RONALD CHARLES DYCKMA, 83

   Ronald Charles Dyckma, 83, former long-time resident of Elmhurst, IL, peacefully passed away on June 25, 2025, in Batavia, IL.   Born on January 19, 1942, to Charles and Pearl Dyckma, Ron built a life rooted in love, loyalty, and simplicity. He was united in marriage to his beloved […]

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LEONA G. BENAK

   Leona G. Benak, affectionately known as Lee, passed away at the age of 87 on June 9, 2025, in Elmhurst, Illinois.    Born on November 27, 1937, Lee led a life marked by deep connections and a love for her family. Lee’s journey began at Blessed Agnes Grammar School, […]

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MICHAEL F. IOZZO

   Michael F. Iozzo, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, friend, and Deacon, passed away peacefully on June 13, 2025, in Elmhurst, Illinois, at the age of 75.    Born on March 14, 1950, in Chicago, Illinois, Michael was the cherished son of the late Frank J. Iozzo and Marie Iozzo […]

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SHARON LYNN OLSON

   Sharon Lynn Olson was born February 3, 1948, in Westlake Hospital. She was baptized on February 6 at Westlake by Dr. Paul Kluender.    She was a devoted daughter of the late Arthur (Art) and Margaret (Marge), nee Ellenberg, Olson. She is survived by her sister Carol (William) Peterson: […]

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WANDA MAY SMITH

   Wanda May Smith, nee Ronske; beloved wife of the late Peter Smith; loving mother of Marlene Jehnke, Susan (Jeff) Sterling and Peter Smith; dear grandmother of Paige (John Albrecht) Jehnke, Avery (fiancé Theresa Kondzela) Jehnke, Spencer (Sophie Kasahara) Sterling, Rachel Sterling, Olivia (fiancé Henry Rothenburg) Sterling and Holly (Sean) […]

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GARY REDDEROTH, 62

   Gary Redderoth, 62, of Wheaton, formerly of Elmhurst, passed away June 8, 2025.  Beloved husband of 38 years to Barbara Redderoth; Cherished father to Alexandra (Jacob) Tkachuk and Shae Redderoth; doting grandfather to his granddog, Whiskey; dear brother to Cindy (Pete) Ring and the late Dale (Tracey) Redderoth; loving […]

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SHIRLEY L. MYERS, 82

   Shirley L. Myers, nee Little, age 82, resident of Park Place of Elmhurst; member of the Red Hatters, American Legion Auxillary, former director of Elmhurst Senior Citizen Commission, former Sunday school coordinator First Congregational UCC; Founders medal recipient at Elmhurst University; Elmhurst Jaycee’s Person of the Year, devoted supporter […]