Sue R. Stuhlmann (nee Roberts), was born February 25, 1940, and passed away December 1, 2023. She was the only child of Paul C. Roberts and Irene Saxton. She was born at her parental home in South English, IA and spent the first 18 years of her life there. […]
Obituaries
James ‘Pate’ Philip Jr. passes away at 93; Well-known, outspoken Republican leader was a favorite son of Elmhurst
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE INDEPENDENT There is no doubt that James “Pate” Philip, Jr. was a powerful man who everyone knew – or wanted to know. At political and social events alike – here at home and in Springfield – there was virtually always a group of people lined […]
Charles K. Hudson
Charles K. Hudson, beloved Husband, Father, Grandpa, PaPa, Brother and Son departed this earthy life surrounded by loved ones on October 31, 2023 at the age of 91. Charles was born and raised outside Chicago, married his wife Arlene on July 29, 1950 and together they raised their […]
Fred Oscar Widicus, 97
Fred Oscar Widicus passed away peacefully on November 7, 2023, at the age of 97. He was born on October 18, 1926, in New Baden, IL, to Fred and Cora Widicus. Fred was a beloved husband, dad, and grandpa. He leaves behind his wife of 67 years, Joan, […]
Marion Hinz, 94
October 19, 1929—October 31, 2023. Marion Hinz, age 94, a lifelong resident of Elmhurst, IL, passed away peacefully on October 31, 2023, at home. Marion was born on October 19, 1929, to parents Paul and Lilli (nee Birndorf) Gerhardt. She married Oscar Hinz on November 25,1950. They knew […]
Robert “Bob” Russell Herigodt, 75
Born: December 19, 1947 (Chicago, Illinois)Passed Away: September 29, 2023 (at home in Elmhurst, Illinois)Bob Herigodt was a loving, family man, a dedicated corporate senior director of finance and a witty friend who could share a good joke with anyone.As a young child, Bob traveled to many places with his family until […]
John G. O’Connor, 61
John (61) born May 28, 1962, died October 17, 2023, in Alva, FL, formerly of Oswego, Illinois, with his family at his side. John was the beloved husband and best friend of Lori (nee Petersen) for 36 years. Dad of Kellie (Cal) Wagner and Kyle. Best Grandpa of Beckham and […]
Anthony F. Lenardi, Jr.
Anthony F. Lenardi, Jr. passed away suddenly. Cherished son of Paula (nee Converse) and Anthony F. Sr.; beloved brother of Frank and Michael (Erin); loving uncle of Faith, Anthony, Ava and Keaton; nephew and cousin to many. A visitation was held on Sunday, Oct. 29, at Elmhurst Community […]
Jerome E. “Jerry” Sobieraj, 95
Jerome E. “Jerry” Sobieraj, formerly of Taylor, Mich, passed away recently at the age of 95; beloved husband of the late Roberta “Bobbie”; loving father of James (Jacquelyn), Jerome MD (Janet MD), Jeffrey (Carmen), Jane (Gene) Evans, and late infant John; proud grandfather and great-grandfather of 12; dear brother to […]
Elmhurst loses great humanitarian
Rich Rosenberg passes on at age 83 By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent “Elmhurst has lost two of its greatest business leaders. Not only were they each wonderfully successful in their commercial endeavors, they each gave so much back to the community. I think of Rich’s Special Kids Day […]
