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 […]
Obituaries
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 […]
Willis Johnson passes away at 86
By Dee Longfellow For The Elmhurst Independent It was quite a stunner last week when the residents of Elmhurst learned the news that Willis Johnson, long-time owner of Classic Cinemas, which includes Elmhurst’s York Theatre, had passed away at the age of 86. Willis Gamble Johnson, 86, was born on […]
William E. Friberg, 94
William E. Friberg, age 94, passed away peacefully at his home in Elmhurst, Illinois on July 4, 2023. Born to the late Einar and Thorborg Friberg (nee Swanson). William graduated from Amundsen High School in Chicago, Illinois, followed by receiving his bachelor’s degree from Illinois Wesleyan University, and his master’s […]
Phil Greco of The Odeum passes away at 67
By Dee Longfellow FOR THE INDEPENDENT Phil Greco, owner and president of The Odeum Expo Center in Villa Park, and longtime resident of Villa Park and Elmhurst, passed away peacefully at his Elmhurst home surrounded by family and loved ones on June 20, 2023. He was 67. Phil battled the […]
Melvin “Mel” Militell, 86
Melvin “Mel” Militell, resident of Sterling, formerly Plainfield and Elmhurst, passed away recently at the age of 86. A very proud Veteran of the US Marine Corps; beloved husband of 61 years to Diane Militell; loving father of Tracy Militell (Dave); Leanne (Dave) Mueller and John Militell; proud Papa of […]
