By Dee Longfellow FOR THE ELMHURST INDEPENDENT In June of 2021, the Independent reported that the First Church of Christ Scientist at 271 So. Prospect Ave. was up for sale, based on information provided by local realtor Tim Schiller of @properties-The Schiller Team. At that time, Schiller was seeking a […]
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City announces unexpected passing of Police Chief Michael R. Ruth
The City of Elmhurst announces the passing of honorable Police Chief, Michael R. Ruth. Chief Ruth passed away unexpectedly on Monday, May 30, surrounded by family members, while in a hospital recovering from a medical procedure. Chief Ruth was a dedicated police professional who served 44 years in law enforcement. […]
Doris Keller, 96
Doris Jean (nee Goldman) Keller, died peacefully on April 8, 2022, at the age of 96, at Clarendale of Addison. A Memorial Service to celebrate her life will be held at 11 a.m. on Monday, June 13 at Yorkfield Presbyterian Church, 1099 S. York Street, Elmhurst. For info, 630-834-3515 or […]
Community Calendar
Welcome to the Elmhurst Independent’s Community Calendar Saturday, June 4 • From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., White Pines Golf Club in Bensenville is holding a Callaway Fitting Day at the Club’s driving range. To register, visit WhitePinesGolf.com/event/callaway-fitting-days • Starting at 2 p.m., Elmhurst Heritage Foundation brings the Vintage Baseball […]
Police Reports
The Elmhurst Police Department recently reported the following arrests and citations. Persons charged with domestic battery are not named in order to protect the privacy of victims. Readers are reminded that an arrest does not constitute a conviction, and that subjects are considered innocent unless proven guilty in a court […]
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Lombard/Villa Park obituaries—May 26
MARY ANN GIERZYNSKI Mary Ann Gierzynski (née Kania), age 90, passed away peacefully in her sleep May 22, 2022, at her home in Lombard Place Assisted Living. Mary Ann was a long-time Lombard resident of at least 65 years, where she lovingly raised her seven children: Joe (Bonnie), Paul (Fiona), […]
The City of Elmhurst announces the passing of honorable Police Chief, Michael R. Ruth
The City of Elmhurst announces the passing of honorable Police Chief, Michael R. Ruth. Chief Ruth passed away on Monday, May 30, 2022 at a hospital surrounded by family members while recovering from a medical procedure. Chief Ruth was a dedicated police professional who served 44 years in law enforcement. […]