OBITUARIES

Antonio M. Herrero

Antonio M. Herrero

Nov 16, 2025

Antonio Macapagal Herrero (Tatay), 84, of West Chicago, IL, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2025, at 1:15 AM, surrounded at bedside by the love of his family.

Antonio was born on February 11, 1941, in Cebu, Philippines, and grew up in Tondo, where he developed the quiet strength, humility, and kindness that would define the rest of his life. He...

Richard Jordan Moravek

Richard Jordan Moravek

Nov 15, 2025

Richard Moravek, 70, of Wauconda, IL, died on November 15, 2025.

He was born in Berwyn, IL to Robert C. and Marilyn Moravek. He grew up in West Chicago, IL and went to Wheaton Christian High School (now Wheaton Academy), class of 1973. Throughout his life, one thing remained consistent, his love for aircrafts. Rich earned his pilot’s license in 1974...

Mitchell Scott Hickman

Mitchell Scott Hickman

Nov 13, 2025

Mitchell Scott Hickman, age 40, of Warrenville, Illinois, tragically passed away in a car accident on November 13, 2025.

Born in Hoffman Estates in 1985 to Richard and Elizabeth Hickman, Mitchell's childhood was filled with treasured moments with his sisters and cousins, camping with family, and enjoying the outdoors. He also loved playing Nintendo and collecting baseball cards. His love of...

William "Bill" Mallady

William "Bill" Mallady

Nov 6, 2025

William “Bill” Mallady, 65, tragically passed away November 6th 2025. He is leaving behind a legacy of laughter, kindness, and generosity. Born August 22, 1960, Bill was the son of Maryland and Patricia Mallady. He was a caring brother to Marlyn, Wesley, and Debra. Bill lived nearly his entire life in Saint Charles, where he met the love of his...

James Joseph Klock

James Joseph Klock

Oct 26, 2025

James Joseph Klock, passed away Sunday surrounded by the people who loved him. He will be missed. 

Born 12-22-1942 in Aurora, Illinois to Joseph and Evelyn Klock (nee Kuhn). Husband to Mary Klock (nee Chiplis). Father to Kristina Krug, Michael Chiplis, June (Dave) Medernach, and James P. (Lori) Klock. Grandfather to Gretchen Klock and Lindsey Klock. 

Affectionately known as Grumpy, he loved spending...

Maria G. Garcia

Maria G. Garcia

Oct 25, 2025

Maria G. Garcia, 71 años, fallecido el 25 de octubre de 2025. Velorio viernes 7 de noviembre de 2025 - 3:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. en Norris-Segert Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 132 Fremont Street (una cuadra al norte de Washington St. & Main St.) Misa fúneral el sabado 8 de noviembre de 2025 a la Iglesia de Santa Maria,...

Carmen Perez

Carmen Perez

Oct 22, 2025

Carmen Perez, 62 años, fallecido el 22 de octubre de 2025. 

Le encantaba la música, tejer y era muy devota de su fe católica. Amaba mucho a su familia.

A Carmen le sobreviven sus hijos, Alberto (Itzel) Pérez y Daniel (Ricarda) Pérez, nieto, Julián, hermanas, hermanos, parientes y amigos.

Fue precedida en la muerte por sus padres, Salvador Carmona Rangel y Ma. Carmen...

Rubit Mendoza

Rubit Mendoza

Oct 19, 2025

Rubit Mendoza, 52 años, fallecido el 19 de Octubre de 2025.

 Visitación el sábado 25 de octubre de 2025 de 9:30 a.m. a 10:30 a.m. en la Iglesia Bíblica Wheaton, 27W500 North Ave, West Chicago. Servicio fúnebre de 10:30 a 11:30 a.m. Entierro Privado

Rubit Mendoza, age 52, passed away on October 19, 2025

Visitation Saturday, October 25, 2025 from 9:30 a.m. to...

Robert L. Urick

Robert L. Urick

Oct 19, 2025

Robert “Bob” Lee Urick, age 73, of Winfield, IL, passed away at home on October 19, 2025, after a long struggle with cancer. His loving wife, Barbara, son, Jimmy and brother, Johnny were by his side.

Bob was employed at Illinois Bell/Ameritech/SBC/AT&T for 47 years as an Information Technology Specialist. He was a very loyal employee, only missing work when he...

Richard Lawrence Michael

Richard Lawrence Michael

Oct 17, 2025

Richard Lawrence Michael, age 69, of Campton Hills, formerly of West Chicago, passed away suddenly on October 17, 2025. He was born March 15, 1956 in Hinsdale, IL to Raymond and Dorothy Michael who proceeded him in death.

Rick graduated from WCCHS in 1974, and attended Washburn Trade school for carpentry. He was an exceedingly talented carpenter, and could fix anything...

Susan Siekmann Ramelli

Susan Siekmann Ramelli

Oct 10, 2025

Susan Siekmann Ramelli, age 80, of Naperville, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on October 10, 2025, after a struggle with dementia, surrounded by family and the best caregivers in the world.

Born on January 4, 1945, at Finley Hospital in Dubuque, Iowa, Susan was the daughter of John and Marian (Loetscher) Siekmann. She moved with her family to West Chicago,...

Aurelia Mercedes Fernandez

Aurelia Mercedes Fernandez

Sep 30, 2025

Aurelia Mercedes Fernández, 98 años, fallecido el 30 de Septiembre de 2025. 

Nació en Upata, Venezuela, amada esposa del difunto Víctor Meija, madre amorosa de María Fernández, Jesús Fernández, la difunta Zoraida Fernández, Sol Fernández, Avilio Fernández, Ramón Fernández, Berenice Fernández y Damelis Fernández; abuela amorosa, bisabuela y tatarabuela,

Aurelia fue un ejemplo de madre para sus hijos, a quien le encantaba...

Idajean Waterous

Idajean Waterous

Sep 23, 2025

Idajean Waterous (nee Pence), age 78, of Glen Ellyn, passed away on September 23, 2025. She was born on October 12, 1946 in Evergreen Park, IL to Albert and Grace Pence. She was a graduate of Chicago Christian High School in Evergreen Park and Elmhurst College. Ida was united in marriage on May 5, 1968 to Harry George Waterous. She...

Piedad Olivares de Martinez

Piedad Olivares de Martinez

Sep 7, 2025

Piedad Olivares de Martinez, 86 años, fallecido el 7 de septiembre de 2025. Velorio Domingo 14 de septiembre de 2025 - 2:00 p.m. a 7:00 p.m. en Norris-Segert Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 132 Fremont Street (una cuadra al norte de Washington St. & Main St.) Misa fúneral el lunes 15 de septiembre de 2025 a la Iglesia de Santa...

Geraldine "Geri" Pieczatkiewicz

Geraldine "Geri" Pieczatkiewicz

Sep 1, 2025

Geraldine Pieczatkiewicz, “Geri”

Geraldine Pieczatkiewicz, age 91, of Illinois passed away peacefully on Monday, September 1, 2025. She was surrounded by her family and loved ones.

Geri was born on August 30, 1934, in Chicago, IL and graduated from Lucy Flower High School in Chicago.

Geri married her first love, Frank Pieczatkiewicz, Jr., also of Chicago, in 1953. Geri was a homemaker and...

Maricela Rueda Hernandez

Maricela Rueda Hernandez

Sep 1, 2025

Maricela Rueda Hernandez, 55 años, fallecido el 1 de septiembre de 2025. Misa viernes 5 de septiembre de 2025 en la Iglesia de St. Ansgar, 2040 Laurel Ave, Hanover Park IL a las 11:00 a.m. Velorio seguira viernes en Norris-Segert Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 132 Fremont Street (una cuadra al norte de Washington St. & Main St.), West Chicago,...

Jennie Lou Holmes

Jennie Lou Holmes

Aug 31, 2025

Jennie Lou Holmes (Fisher), 94, died peacefully at St. Patrick’s Residence, Naperville, IL on August 31, 2025.

Jennie was born in Indianapolis, IN, and lived in Wheaton, Warrenville, Gurnee and Addison, IL. Jennie’s first job was dipping ice cream at Prince Castle in Glen Ellyn. She went to Wheaton High School, class of 1950, where she was the head cheerleader, and...

Facundo Gutierrez Chaides

Facundo Gutierrez Chaides

Aug 29, 2025

Facundo Gutierrez Chaides, 65 años, fallecido el 29 de agosto de 2025. Velorio Sabado, 6 de septiembre de 2025 - 3:00 p.m. a 7:00 p.m. en Casa Funeraria Norris-Segert y Servicios Crematorios, 132 Calle Fremont (una cuadra al norte de Washington St. & Main St.) West Chicago. Entierro en Durango, Mexico.

Facundo Gutierrez Chaides, age 65, passed away on August 29th,...

Trinidad Barrera Duran

Trinidad Barrera Duran

Aug 22, 2025

Trinidad Barrera Duran, 83 años, fallecido el 22 de agosto de 2025. Velorio martes 26 de agosto de 2025 - 3:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. en Norris-Segert Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 132 Fremont Street (una cuadra al norte de Washington St. & Main St.) Misa fúneral el miercoles 27 de agosto de 2025 a la Iglesia de Santa Maria,...

Roberto Montes de Oca Velazquez

Roberto Montes de Oca Velazquez

Aug 20, 2025

Roberto Montes de Oca Velazquez, 64 años, fallecido el 20 de agosto de 2025. Misa Sabado 30 de agosto de 2025 en la Iglesia de Santa María, 164 N Oakwood Ave, West Chicago IL a las 10:00 a.m. Velorio seguira en Norris-Segert Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 132 Fremont Street (una cuadra al norte de Washington St. & Main St.),...