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Jerry W. Lottmann - September 20, 1937 - May 03, 2024

Departed: 05/03/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Jerry W Lottmann, US Army Veteran, age 86, of Lombard. Beloved husband of the late Janice Lottmann, nee Berry; loving father of Scott Lottmann and the late Amy Lottmann; dear son of the late Evelyn Lottmann, nee Holcombe, and the late Edwin Lottmann; fond brother-in-law of Jeri, Joyce, and the late Doris.

Jerry was a 1960 graduate of Southern Illinois University, Carbondale, where he met his wife, Janice. In 1963 he obtained his Master's Degree in Administrative Recreation from SIU. He was a member of Phi Kappa Tau fraternity while attending the University. Jerry was honorably discharged from the Army as a Staff Sergent. He served four years as Recreation Director for the Carbondale Park District. In addition, he served as director of the Villa Park Recreation District. Later in life he represented medical companies in the sales of capital equipment. Jerry loved sports and was a fervent fan of Chicago sport teams.

Services and interment private.

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Marie Ann Campbell - April 22, 1937 - May 01, 2024

Departed: 05/01/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Marie Ann Campbell, nee Butler, age 87, of Villa Park. Beloved wife of the late Arthur Clarke Campbell; loving mother of William (Barbara), Michael (Susan), Donna (Donald) Cooper, Vivian (Kenneth) Pasek; devoted grandmother of Melissa (Paul) Metzinger, Matthew (Katie) Campbell, Andrew (Kendra) Pasek, Aubrey (Matthew) Wentz, Michael (Susie) Campbell, Christianna (Aaron) Lammers, Michael Cooper, Kathryn (Isaac) Groenendyk, Emily (Jake) Stachowiak, Kimberly Cooper, Rachel (Patrick) Bishop, and Sarah Campbell; great-grandmother of 20; dear aunt of Mark (Karen) Senn and Lanni Senn.

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Janet E. Landano - June 19, 1975 - April 30, 2024

Departed: 04/30/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Janet E. Landano, 48, of Lombard. Dear daughter of James and Elizabeth Landano; fond sister of Daniel (Kimberly) and Julie (Daniel) Langert; devoted aunt of Chase, Gianna, and Alyssa Langert and Justin (Greta) Praznowski. Visitation, Sunday, May 5th, from 3:00 PM-8:00 PM at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd. (3 blks. So. of Roosevelt Rd.) Lombard. Funeral Monday, May 6th 9:15 A.M. from the funeral home to St. Pius X Catholic Church, 1050 E. Madison St., Lombard, for Mass at 10:00 A.M. Interment private. Donations to the Spina Bifida foundation are appreciated

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Joël Ashmus - June 10, 1945 - April 28, 2024

Departed: 04/28/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Joel Ashmus, nee Benda, age 78, of Lombard, Illinois. Beloved wife of {the late} Donald Ashmus; dear daughter of Helen, nee Skala, and Joseph Benda; fond sister of Allen Benda; aunt of Karyn Bieneman, nee Benda, and her husband Tracy Bieneman; great-aunt of Hailey Bieneman and Courtney Steffa.

Graveside Service Friday May 3th, 10:00 AM, at Mt. Auburn Cemetery. Funeral info: knollcrest.net/ or (630) 932-1500.

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Luciana "Lucy" Giancola - November 17, 1941 - April 27, 2024

Departed: 04/27/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Luciana “Lucy” Giancola nee Antonello. Age 82, of Oak Brook. Beloved wife of the late Philip. Loving mother of Dr. Laura and Susan. Cherished grandmother of Dr. Connor and Francesca Robbs. Daughter of the late Francesco and the late Antonietta Antonello. Dear sister of Gina (Roberto) Zorzo, Anna (Frank) DiTuri and the late John (the late Peggy) Antonello. Fond aunt and friend to many.

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Robert Hesotian Jr. - August 08, 1950 - April 19, 2024

Departed: 04/19/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Robert Hesotian, Jr., 73 of Oak Brook. Beloved husband of Cynthia nee Condit; loving father of Christopher and Matthew; fond brother of Jack Hesotian; uncle of many nieces and nephews. Services and interment private

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Teresa S. Kaczmarek - November 21, 1946 - April 18, 2024

Departed: 04/18/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Teresa S. Kaczmarek, nee Siminski, age 77, of Lombard. Beloved wife of the late George; loving mother of Anita (Matt) Kamieniak-Pope and Marlena Galczynska; dear daughter of the late Alfons and Roza Siminski; devoted grandmother of Mikolaj, Michael, Paul, Anthony, Zachary, Luke, and Phoebe; great-grandmother of Riley; fond sister of Lucjan, Zbiegniew, Anna, Elzbeta, the late Wielislawa, and the late Wlodzimierz; aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Teresa was born and lived in Poland for most of her life. She devoted the last 20 years to her daughters and grandchildren and traveled between the USA and Denmark. She enjoyed cooking, gardening, sowing, studied herbology and enjoyed completing projects around the house. Her carpentry was impressive. Teresa was known to say: don't throw away things just because they are broken, if something was man made it should be fixable with a little bit of patience and creativity. She was the most loving and fiercely loyal friend to her tribe and her discipline and integrity were unmatched. She left a great void and will be greatly missed.

Memorial Gathering Friday, May 3rd, 3pm until time of service at 6pm at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd. (3 blks. S. of Roosevelt Rd.) Lombard. Memorials to American Cancer Society, are appreciated. Teresa will be buried in her hometown, Lodz, Poland, later this spring.

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Norma V. Migali - August 05, 1941 - April 15, 2024

Departed: 04/15/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Norma V. Migali, nee Vargas, age 82, of Lombard. Beloved wife of the late Nabil K. Migali; loving mother of Jennifer (Michael) Doherty, and Irene (Christopher) Kee; dear daughter of the late Salustiano Vargas and the late Salome, nee Orada; devoted grandmother of Layla Kee, Brooklyn Kee, and Alex Kee; fond sister of the late Rodolfo O. Vargas, the late Oscar O. Vargas, the late Nelly V. Andalis, the late Wilfredo O. Vargas, the late Ernesto O. Vargas, and the late Rico O. Vargas; aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation Thursday April 18th, from 4-9 PM at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500. S. Meyers Road Lombard, IL 60148. Funeral Friday, April 19th, prayers at 10:45 AM , from Knollcrest Funeral Home to Christ The King Catholic Church, 1501 S. Main Street Lombard, IL 60148. Mass 11:30 AM. Interment Assumption Catholic Cemetery. Funeral info: knollcrest.net or (630) 932-1500.

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Dominic Colantuono - January 31, 1950 - April 14, 2024

Departed: 04/14/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Dominic (Poppy, Dom, UD) age 74, of Burr Ridge, formerly of Villa Park, began his eternity on Sunday, April 14, 2024 at 11:57pm surrounded by his family. Sweetest husband of Christine; devoted father of Dan (Michelle), Kara, and Kim; fun-loving grandfather of Maddy, Ally, and Joey; dear son of the late Valentino and Teresa Colantuono; fond brother of Maria Felicetta (the late Giovanni) Soriano, Anna (the late Giuseppe) Fioccola, Jerry, the late Donato, the late Giuseppina (the late Gaetano) Mormile, the late Vincenzo (Anna), the late Gennaro Colantuono, and the late Ferdinando (Maddalena); beloved son-in-law and brother-in-law; hilarious uncle of many nieces and nephews; friend, coach, and mentor to countless.

Visitation Sunday, April 21st, from 2-8PM at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd., (3 blks. So. of Roosevelt rd.) Lombard. Funeral Monday, April 22nd, beginning from the funeral home with prayers at 9:45am, to Saint Francis Xavier Catholic Church, 124 N Spring Ave, La Grange, IL. Mass 11 AM. Interment Private. Memorials to Franklin Park Fire Department, St. Baldricks Foundation https://www.stbaldricks.org/events/mypage/17/2024 are appreciated. Funeral info: knollcrest.net/ or (630) 932-1500.

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John S. Eddington - June 24, 1958 - April 13, 2024

Departed: 04/13/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: John S. Eddington  age 65, formerly of Chicago.  Beloved son of the late Wilfred and Marilyn Eddington nee Clayton; cherished husband of the late Pamela Eddington; loving father of John Eddington, Jason Eddington and Alice (Garrett) Wagner; fond brother of Jeffrey (Patty) Eddington, and Robert Eddington.  He is also survived by many other loving friends and family.

Memorial Gathering Tuesday, April 16, from 10:00 until time of Remembrances at 12:00pm at Knollcrest Funeral Home 1500 S. Meyers Rd. Interment private. Funeral info: knollcrest.net or (630) 932-1500.

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Sophie Harbuziuk - December 25, 1928 - April 02, 2024

Departed: 04/02/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Sophia "Sophie" Harbuziuk, a member of the Ukrainian Baptist Church of Chicago since 1949, and a longtime resident of Elmhurst, entered the presence of Jesus Christ on Tuesday, April 2, 2024, at the age of 95.

She was the widow of well-known Ukrainian Baptist pastor, preacher, radio broadcaster, church association leader and magazine editor Rev. Olexa R. Harbuziuk, who died in 1997.

Mrs. Harbuziuk took her last breath on Earth in the evening while being treated in a hospital in a suburb of Chicago. Mrs. Harbuziuk had resided in Elmhurst for about 57 years, then had been living for nine years at the Holmstad, a retirement community in Batavia, Illinois.

Sophia was born December 25, 1928, in the village of Rudka, Poland. The village used to be part of Ukraine.

When Sophia was 14 years old, she professed her faith in Jesus Christ and was baptized by immersion at the local Baptist church.

As a young teenager during World War II, Sophia left home for Germany as a refugee. She was forced to work in a labor camp, where she felt God's protection. The labor camp eventually was freed by the American Army. That is where she met the love of her life and married Olexa in 1946. They had two children in Germany.

Then in 1949, a ship brought the family to America and a train brought them to Chicago, where Olexa became pastor of the Ukrainian Baptist Church.

Five more children were born in America. Sophie spent her married life being a devoted and loving wife and mother rearing her seven children.

Sister Harbuziuk sang in the church choir for many years and was an active member of the women's circle.

A highlight in Sophie's life came in 1990, when she and her husband visited Ukraine. Sophia was able to see her siblings for the first time since about 1944.

Surviving Sophie are her seven children: Helen (Phil) Bus, Alex (Luba), Irene DeWolf, Leela (Ray) Lohr, Vera (Ken) Gustafson, Wayne (Hannah), and Elizabeth (Ed) Bius; 11 grandchildren; and 16 great-grandchildren.

Burial will be private at Elmwood Cemetery in River Grove in a plot next to her husband.

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Anthony S. Klazura - December 06, 1928 - March 23, 2024

Departed: 03/23/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Anthony S. Klazura, 95, of Oak Brook. U.S. Korean Army veteran. Beloved husband of the late Diane; loving father of Millicent (Michael) Cogozzo, Anthony (Myoung-Hee) Klazura, Gregory (Angela) Klazura, Michele (the late Roger) Parker, Mary (Brian) Smith, Kenneth (Rebecca) Klazura; devoted grandfather of Michele (Eric) Anderson, David (Christina) Cogozzo, Camille Cogozzo, Kimberly (Matt) Mulligan, William, and Nicholas Klazura, Devin & Veronica Parker, Ashley (Jim) Verbick, Rebecca (Gustavo) Alcaraz, Austin (Sydney) Smith, and Rachel Smith, and Michael Klazura; great-grandfather of 16; fond brother of Gregory (Janice), the late Jerome (the late Myra), and the late Geraldine Nuessle.

Visitation, Tuesday, March 26th from 3-8 PM at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd., (3 blks. So. of Roosevelt rd.) Lombard. Funeral, Wednesday, March 27th 9:15 AM from the funeral home to Ascension of Our Lord Catholic Church 1S314 Summit ave., Oakbrook Terrace for Mass at 10:00AM. Entombment Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. Memorials to the Les Turner ALS Foundation are appreciated.

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Sharon L. Hall - November 10, 1943 - March 23, 2024

Departed: 03/23/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Sharon L. Hall, nee Benson, age 80, of Bolingbrook, Illinois. Dear daughter of the late Edith Benson and the late Werner W. Benson; fond sister of the late Janet (Robert) Mullin of El Paso, Texas.

Sharon was an English teacher for School District 68 in Woodridge, Illinois for 29 years.  She was also a member of Friendship United Methodist Church in Bolingbrook, Illinois.

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Cora McCann - June 01, 1945 - March 21, 2024

Departed: 03/21/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Cora McCann, nee Staunton, age 78, of Palos Heights, Native of Foxford Co. Mayo, Ireland. Beloved wife of the late Thomas McCann; loving mother of John (Jenny), Tom (Daile) McCann and the late Brendan McCann; devoted grandmother of Connor, Kovas, Aleksandra, Zaibas, and the late Caden; fond sister of Msgr. Patrick Staunton, Brigid "Bertha" McPartlan, the late Marie Campbell, the late Martin Staunton, the late Michael Staunton, and the late Angela Finnerty; aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation Saturday, April 6th, from 8:30 AM until the time of prayers at 10:15 AM at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd., (3 blks. So. of Roosevelt Rd.) Funeral Mass Saturday, April 6th at 11:00 AM at St. Pius X Catholic Church,1025 E. Madison Ave., Lombard. Entombment Queen of Heaven Catholic Cemetery. For info: 630-932-1500.

Video recording of funeral mass will be posted here after the conclusion of service.

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Joanne T. Mele, DDS - December 05, 1943 - March 10, 2024

Departed: 03/10/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Joanne T. Mele, DDS, age 80, of Oak Brook died peacefully in her home on Sunday, March 10th, 2024. Dear daughter of the late Andrew and the late Josephine Mele; loving sister of Dr. Marie (the late Dr. Alfred) Macaluso and the late Dr. Stephen Mele; fond aunt of Andrea (Emerson) Tiller, Alfred II (Jacqueline) Macaluso, great-aunt of Emerson Alfred Tiller, Averey, Jillian, Luke, and Matthew Macaluso. She is survived by her beloved dog Petey.

Joanne got her R.N. in 1964 from St. Elizabeth Hospital School of Nursing. In 1977, she received her Dental Hygiene Degree from Northwestern University Dental School. In 1983, she completed her DDS degree from Loyola University School of Dentistry. From 1983 to the present she practiced general dentistry at Mele Dental Associates in Oak Brook, IL. Some professional memberships include: Academy of General Dentistry, the American Prosthodontics Society, and Academy of Operative Dentistry.

Visitation Thursday, March 14th, 8 a.m. until time of prayers at 9 a.m. at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd, Lombard. Mass at 9:30 at Ascension of Our Lord Church, 1S314 Summit Ave, Oakbrook Terrace. For info: www.knollcrest.net or 630-932-1500.

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Judith Ann Kropidlowski - August 28, 1942 - March 09, 2024

Departed: 03/09/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Judith Ann "Judy" Kropidlowski, age 81, of Lombard, Illinois, passed away peacefully on March 9th, 2024 at Arden Courts Promerica Memory Care Community. The family appreciated the care she received at the facility.

Judy was born August 28, 1942 in Savanna, IL. She was the daughter of the late Leon and Anna, nee Smola Ost. She earned her undergraduate and Masters degree in English from UW-Stevens Point, which is also where she met her husband, Donald Kropidlowski.

On July 2, 1966, Don and Judy were married at St. James Catholic Church in Amherst, Wisconsin. Together they lived most of their lives in Plover, WI until moving to Fountain Hills, AZ in 2010. They most recently moved to Lombard, IL in November 2022.

She retired from teaching English, Speech and Drama at East Junior High in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. She also taught English and Speech at Mid-State Technical College. Judy loved to teach, even went back to "sub" after being retired. She and Don traveled extensively visiting six continents. Judy could be found planting flowers in the springtime, loved shopping and of course, spending time with family and friends.

Judy is survived by her husband of 57 years, Donald Kropidlowski, her children Michael (Robert Scotz) and Rebecca Kropidlowski, her only grandson - her pride and joy, Ryan Kropidlowski and her brother Bill (Pat) Ost. Memorial Gathering Wednesday, March 20th, 9 AM until time of prayers at 10 AM at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd. Lombard, IL, Mass at 10:30 AM at Christ the King Catholic Church, 1501 S. Main St, Lombard, IL A graveside service will be held Friday, May 3rd, at 11:30 AM at St. James Cemetery in Amherst, Wisconsin

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Thomas J. Bamford - May 26, 1953 - March 07, 2024

Departed: 03/07/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Thomas J. Bamford, age 70, of Oak Brook, IL. Beloved husband of Lucette Bamford, nee DeKruyter; loving father of Thomas A. "Tab" (Kristin) and Dr. Arthur J. (Christie) Bamford; devoted grandfather of Thomas Matthew, Robert, and Ian; fond brother of William (Sarah) and David Bamford; uncle of Liam, Benjamin (MacKenzie), Jason (Alyssa), David, and Jenna. Thomas was a long-time elder at Christ Church of Oak Brook and will always be remembered as a champion of the "Strongly Worded Letter".

Visitation Monday, March 11, 2024, from 3:00 p.m.--8:00 p.m. at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Road, Lombard. Funeral Tuesday, March 12 at 10:00 a.m. at Christ Church Oak Brook, 501 Oak Brook Road. Interment private. Memorials to Christ Church Oak Brook are appreciated. Funeral info: knollcrest.net or (630) 932-1500.

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Irene Josephine Pakos - February 26, 1951 - March 03, 2024

Departed: 03/03/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Irene Josephine Pakos, 73, of Chicago. Dear daughter of the late John Frank and Irene M. Pakos; fond sister of Mary K. Pakos, the late John Anthony Pakos, and the late George Joseph Pakos. Irene is also survived by numerous cousins.

Visitation, Friday, March 8th, from 3-8 PM at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd. (3 blks. So. of Roosevelt Rd.) Funeral Saturday, March 9th, 9:00 AM from the funeral home to Visitation Catholic Church, 779 S. York Rd., Elmhurst. Mass 10AM. Masses requested. Interment Resurrection Catholic Cemetery. For info: 630-932-1500.

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Maria Nieves - September 08, 1942 - March 01, 2024

Departed: 03/01/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Maria Nieves, age 81. Cherished wife of the late Ismeal Nieves; loving mother of Alex Nieves, Edwin Nieves, and the late Eduardo Martinez III; proud grandmother of 7; great-grandmother of 6; devoted sister of 11; and beloved aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation Friday, March 08, 2024, 5:00 PM until 8:00 PM, at Knollcrest Funeral Home 1500 S. Meyers Road, Lombard, IL 60148. Interment Private Funeral info: knollcrest.net or (630) 932-1500.

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Gilbert J Mastalarz - March 01, 1945 - February 29, 2024

Departed: 02/29/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Gilbert John Mastalarz, 78, of Berwyn. Beloved husband of Margaret "Sue" Mastalarz nee Erdman; loving father of John Mastalarz and Alex (Kristy) Mastalarz; devoted grandfather of Gillian, Payton, and Jacob; fond brother of Roger (Cindy) Mastalarz, the late Norman (Leslie) Mastalarz, and the late Jerome (the late Colette) Mastalarz; brother in law to the late Roger Erdman, Reggie (Pat) Erdman and Chuck (Donna) Erdman; uncle to many nieces and nephews. Proud United States Navy Vietnam Veteran and retired UPS driver and Teamsters Local #705 member. Services and interment private

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William "Bud" Lee Marks Jr. - January 29, 1961 - February 28, 2024

Departed: 02/28/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: It is with heartbreaking sorrow we share the passing of William “Bud” Lee Marks Jr. age 63. Bud was born in Oak Park, IL January 29,1961 and left us on February 28th, 2024.

Bud fought three cancers with courage, dignity & stoicism.

We celebrate his life of service, generosity & kindness.

He joined the US Marine Corp in 1983; 2nd Marine Division, 2nd Tank Battalion, Charlie Company. He served for 4 1/2 years earning both a rifle and pistol sharpshooter distinction.

Bud joined the Marine Corps League DuPage County in 1989 and served as an exemplary member for 35 years.

Bud dedicated 30 years to the Lombard Police Department serving his community as patrol officer, detective and retiring as Sergeant in 2016. He then joined the Lombard Fire Department as a Fire Investigator for almost 2 years.

He earned his BA from Benedictine University in 2013 and continued his quest for lifelong learning. Never short on generosity he participated in raising funds for the DuPage Marine Corps League “Toys for Tots” and the

Lombard Police Department “Shop with a Cop”, and Special Olympic events “Cop on Top” and the “Torch run”.

He also assisted in the relief efforts after Hurricane Katrina.

Bud was instrumental in forming the Lombard Police Honor Guard and was an Honor Guard for the DuPage Marine Corps League.

He was awarded the DuPage County "Marine Of The Year" in 2007. For 12 years he volunteered for the Chicago Marathon.

Bud was selfless to all those who knew him always being willing to help in any capacity. Despite his illness he chose to care for his ailing mother for his last four years.

Bud was passionate about his family, friends, football, kayaking, hiking, shooting pool, astronomy & philosophy.

He is the beloved son of Patricia and the late William Lee Marks Sr.; loving brother of Richard Marks, Cherie (William) Krejci, Ronald (Cindy) Marks and Nancy (Mel M.D.) Wichter; loving uncle of Rana (Jeremiah) Doehne, Robert (Tatiana M.D.) Krejci, Tim (Eden) Krejci, Kate Krejci, Sarah (Nate) Sullivan, Ronald Marks Jr., Nick (fiancee Debbie) Marks: devoted grand uncle of Jackson, Roman, Lily, Liam and Ariya.

He was an inspiration to all who knew him.

Bud made the world a better place for all.

He was the BEST of us. Once a Marine . . . Always a Marine Semper Fi! Visitation Thursday, March 7th, 2-9PM at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Rd. (3 blks. S. of Roosevelt Rd.) Lombard. Funeral viewing Friday 9 a.m. service to begin at 10 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Memory Gardens, Arlington Heights. For Funeral info: 630-932-1500 or www. Knollcrest.net

In Lieu of Flowers send donations to: Lombard Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association “Shop with a Cop”, 235  E. Wilson Ave., Lombard Il 60148, or DuPage Marine League Toys for Tot Program in honor of “Bud Marks” 254 S Water St., Batavia, Il 60510.

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Ronald E Nofsinger - December 28, 1935 - February 27, 2024

Departed: 02/27/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Ronald "Ron" E. Nofsinger, age 88, passed away. Born on December 28, 1935, in Martwick, Kentucky. Ron was born in humble surroundings without indoor plumbing or paved roads. He attended Marshall High School in Chicago before continuing his education at the University of Illinois - Urbana and later graduating from Wright Junior College in Chicago in 1956. On January 30, 1957, Ron eloped with Jacqueline M. Arrigoni, his beloved wife of 67 years.

During his life, Ron made a significant impact in the community as a respected business owner. For over 40 years, he operated the Shell Service Station on the corner of Roosevelt and Meyers Road in Lombard, and the Shell Station on the corner of Park and Roosevelt in Glen Ellyn. He later converted the Meyers location to a mini mart and car wash. His dedication to his work earned him numerous accolades from Shell Oil. In his leisure time, Ron enjoyed reading, golfing, smoking cigars, and indulging his passion for history. He leaves a lasting impact on all who had the pleasure of knowing him.

Family was at the center of Ron's life, and he found the greatest joy in spending time with his wife, children, and grandchildren. He is survived by his wife, Jacqueline "Jackie" Nofsinger, and his children Dawn Manherz, Scott (Kellie) Nofsinger, Mark (Carol) Nofsinger, and Lynn (Jim) Effner; grandchildren  Jonathan, Sabrena, Dustin, Nicholas, Ethan, Micah, Jill, Eric, Brittney, Briana and Bryce; several great grandchildren; and sister Mary Lou. Ron is preceded in death by his parents Bennett and Juanita Nofsinger and sister Linda (Bruce).  Ron leaves a legacy of love and dedication to his family.

Visitation Tuesday, March 05, 2024, 9:00 AM until time of funeral service at 11:30 AM, at Knollcrest Funeral Home, 1500 S. Meyers Road, Lombard, IL 60148. Interment Chapel Hill Gardens West Cemetery. Memorials to American Heart Association, Dementia Society of America, or Boys Town are appreciated. Funeral info: knollcrest.net or (630) 932-1500. Send a special remembrance to the family with our Send With Love gift Store. ( https://www.sendwithlove.com/direct-case )

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Julie Marie Bosshart - February 28, 1935 - February 27, 2024

Departed: 02/27/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Julie Marie Bosshart - nee Stephan, born February 28th 1935, passed away on February 27th 2024. Julie lived a long Christian faith life. Formerly married to Bruce Bosshart for 35 years. Julie was former graduate of Sacred Heart Collage. Professionally Julie worked in the insurance industry for many years. Julie was the last member of her direct familly preceeded in death by both her bother, sisters and parents.

Julie is survived by her son Andrew Bosshart, his wife Debra and their children Cory and Brianna, and 1 great-grand child.

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Arturo Razo Herrera - July 07, 1948 - February 21, 2024

Departed: 02/21/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Arturo Razo Herrera, 75, of Lombard IL, passed away on February 21st, 2024 in his home.

Arturo was born on July 7th, 1948 in Josefino de Allende, Jalisco, Mexico to Estella Razo and Miguel Herrera. He was the 3rd of 9 children, and grew up visiting the US on trips with his father, who worked as a migrant farm worker. When he was 12, the family moved to Chicago IL, where he went to St Francis Elementary School. After completing elementary school, he started working full-time at various jobs.

Arturo met Rosemary Sifuentes at a Valentine's Day dance in 1969, and they married on July 10, 1971. Art and Rosie went on to have four children who they raised in Villa Park IL until they moved to Lombard in 2003.

Arturo was a jack of all trades, working full-time as a shipping and receiving clerk at CEF Industries for over 30 years, as well as picking up odd jobs here and there to support his family. He did everything from working at the circus to moving casino tables to working at the Odeum. He proudly earned his GED and became a US citizen in 1996. Arturo was a hard worker who did his best to provide for his family, sometimes having only an hour between jobs to take a quick nap. He retired from CEF Industries in 2011 and worked as a volunteer for Elmhurst Hospital for a while. After his volunteering stint, he traveled with Rosie and devoted himself to his children and grandchildren.

Arturo was a vibrant, charismatic man who was loved by everyone he met-he always "knew a guy" because he had friends everywhere. However, he was most devoted to his wife Rosie, as well as his children and grandchildren. He was the epitome of fashion, always dressed in a freshly pressed button-down shirt and dress pants with his fedora of the day and his dress shoes when he picked up his granddaughters from school. He cheered on his grandsons as they played football and baseball throughout the years, and proudly attended his granddaughters' various concerts and performances. He enjoyed watching terrible movies with his sons, loved going on road trips with his daughter, and especially loved going to his favorite stores and restaurants. Life with Arturo was never boring, and his loved ones will miss their adventures with him.

Arturo is survived by his children: John (Erin) Herrera, Diane (Eddie) Piña, and James Herrera, as well as his grandchildren Alex Herrera, Jacob (Denali) Herrera, Allie Piña, Andrew Herrera and Mila Piña. He is also survived by his siblings Consuelo (Juan) Davila, Josefina (Rosario) Perez, Patricia (Jesus) Garcia, and Armando (Rosy) Herrera, and his many nieces and nephews. He is predeceased by his parents Estella and Miguel; his siblings Josefina, Roberto, Ruben and Jose Jesus; his beautiful wife Rosemary Herrera and his son David Herrera.

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Esther Pollitt - September 02, 1926 - February 19, 2024

Departed: 02/19/2024 (Lombard)

Obituary Preview: Esther Pollitt, nee Lopez, age 97, of Lombard, formerly of Palos Park, Palos Hills and Chicago Eastside. Beloved wife of the late George Pollitt for 70 years.

Esther was the loving mother of Donna (Jim) Morsovillo, Debbie (Joe) Howard, Dawn (Bob) Getzloff, Denise (Mike) Onderwater, the late Georgie Pollitt, and the late John Pollitt; devoted grandmother of Judi (Pat) Stapleton, Nicole (Brian) Malloy, Brandon (Rosa) Getzloff, Michael and Patrick Howard, and Matthew, Madison, McKayla, Morgan, and Hunter Onderwater; great-grandmother of Anthony Serafin, Melanie Getzloff, Evan Getzloff, Addie Getzloff, Jordan Getzloff, Colin Malloy, Kayla Malloy, the late George Malloy, and the late James Malloy; dear daughter of the late Ricardo and the late Juana Villalobos Lopez; fond sister of the late Connie (the late Arthur) Jorgens, the late Julie (the late John) Gonzalez, the late Rose (the late Clifford Jorgens and the late George Krikorian), and the late Richard Lopez; aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Esther was a loving mother who devoted her life taking care of her children, especially Georgie who was sick for 20 years. Esther loved all her grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

Family and friends will gather Monday, February 26th, at St. Pius X Church, 1025 E. Madison, Lombard for a Funeral Mass at 11 AM. Interment Private. For info: 630-932-1500.

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