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 […]

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, 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 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, […]

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 […]

   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, 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 […]

Ralph Melda    Ralph Melda, born September 30, 1931 and a longtime Elmhurst resident, passed away on May 17, 2024. He is survived by his wife, Marjorie “Marge”, and his children, Kenneth (Charlotte), Keith (Kimberly), and Kerri.  His beloved grandchildren, Ashlee, Kyle (deceased), Paige, Meseret and Sidisse were the light […]

Rolando Padillo, 50    It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Rolando Padillo, a devoted husband, father, son, brother, grandson, and uncle. Rolando left us on May 16, 2024, at the age of 50, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and unwavering dedication to his […]

CHRISTOPHER MARK BLASKY, 50    Christopher Mark Blasky, 50, a dedicated and proud police officer, loving husband, and devoted father unexpectedly passed away on May 26, 2024 at his home, an unmeasurable loss for his family and the community in whole.    Chris’s journey began in Elmhurst, where he was […]