Roberta Ramsey, a beloved lifelong resident of Elmhurst, passed away peacefully with her family at her side on September 24, 2024, at the age of 85. She was the cherished wife of James Clifton Ramsey, with whom she shared 67 beautiful years of marriage. Their love story began […]
Obituaries
DOLORES MAE BAILEY
Dolores Mae, the oldest child of Helen and Charlie Stevens, grew up in Maywood. She attended St. Eulalia school, Trinity High School, and DePaul University where she met her future husband, Dan Bailey. They married in May of 1951 and made their home over the years in Wauwatosa, Villa […]
DANIEL J. WACHHOLZ, 87
Daniel J. Wachholz, 87, of Elmhurst, IL passed away peacefully surrounded by family on September 10th, 2024 at Elmhurst Memorial Hospital. “Dan” was born on December 9th, 1936 in Chicago, IL to Fred and Ruth Wachholz. Although born a southsider, he was an avid Chicago Cubs fan. He graduated […]
PAUL “PIA” ANTHONY PIASKOWY, 77
Paul “Pia” Anthony Piaskowy 77, of Elmhurst, IL, passed away peacefully, surrounded by loved ones on Sept. 6th, one day shy of his 78th birthday, after a long tough battle trying to recover from a stroke. He was the loving partner of Jill Bennis for the last 31 […]
NANCY ANN O’TOOLE
Sept. 6, 1961- August 29, 2024 It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our beloved Sister, Aunt, Great Aunt, Niece and friend, who passed away suddenly on August 29, 2024. Nancy was a very caring, compassionate giving person and wanted to help others. She became […]
NORMA JEAN McELLIN, 92
Norma Jean McEllin, age 92, passed away peacefully on August 19, 2024. Born in Effingham, Illinois in 1931 to her parents Ferdinand and Frances Koester, Norma Jean rode a tractor years before she drove a car. Norma Jean worked as a nurse for the Santa Fe railroad before […]
RONALD H. STEFANI, SR., MD
Ronald H. Stefani, Sr., MD passed peacefully in his sleep on Sunday, July 21, 2024. Beloved husband of the late Dorine Baggio Stefani and cherished father of Valerie Stefani (Hal) Cahill and Ronald (Nina) Stefani, Jr., MD. Proud grandfather of Nicholas (Michelle) Stefani, Ronald (Allyson) Stefani, Marisa Stefani, […]
William J Kulpaka
March 14, 1971 — June 26, 2024 Oakbrook Terrace William J Kulpaka, known fondly as Billy, has unexpectedly passed away at the age of 53 in Elmhurst Illinois. William was a distinguished individual who devoted 35 years of his life to the family business Elmhurst Firestone. His commitment to his career […]
Leila Thornton
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Leila Thornton, a beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, who left us peacefully on May 16, 2024. Leila was a beacon of love, kindness, and strength, touching the lives of all who knew her. Leila was the devoted wife […]
Patricia Ann Brennan
Patricia Ann Brennan, 97 Patricia Ann Brennan, age 97, a lifelong resident of Elmhurst, Illinois, died peacefully on Sunday, May 19, 2024. An avid golfer, tennis fan and traveler, Pat had an infectious laugh and was kind to all. During World War II, she volunteered for the Red Cross […]