OBITUARIES
Terry R. Owens
Jul 8, 2025
April 19, 1945 – July 8, 2025
Terry R. Owens, 80, of West Chicago, Illinois, passed away suddenly on July 8, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Karen (Petersen) Owens, and his five wonderful daughters: Kimberly Van Tholen, Jennifer Kvidera, Elizabeth Malgapu (Kevin), Jaclyn Owens-Roenker (Kevin), and Kathleen Owens. He was a devoted grandfather to...
Marilyn J. Engstrom
Jul 7, 2025
Marilyn J. Engstrom (nee Selle), age 84, passed away on July 7, 2025. She was born in Chicago, IL on April 8, 1941 to Theodore “Bud” and Doretta Selle. Marilyn was huge Elvis fan, loved Harley’s, traveling the United States and was very active in AA. She was a loving mother, grandmother and great-grandmother.
Marilyn is survived by her daughter, Laurie...
Ruben Aburto
Jul 2, 2025
Ruben Aburto, 59 años, fallecido el 2 de Julio de 2025. Velorio lunes 7 de Julio de 2025 - 3:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. en Casa Funeraria Norris-Segert y Servicios Crematorios, 132 Fremont Street (una cuadra al norte de Washington St. & Main St.) Misa fúneral el Martes 8 de Julio de 2025 a la Iglesia de Santa Maria, 164...
Jose Abel Montoya
Jun 26, 2025
José Abel Montoya, 69 años, fallecido el 26 de junio de 2025. Misa fúnebre el Sabado 12 de julio de 2025 a las Iglesia de Santa Maria, 164 N. Oakwood, West Chicago, IL a las 10:00 a.m.
José Abel Montoya, age 69, passed away on June 26, 2025. Funeral Mass will be held on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at St. Mary's...
Refugio Guerrero Linares
Jun 26, 2025
Refugio Guerrero Linares, 94 años, fallecido el 26 de Junio de 2025. Velorio Sabado, 5 de Julio de 2025 - 4:00 p.m. a 8:00 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 Araro, Michoacan, Mexico.
Refugio Guerrero Linares, age 94, passed away on June...
Joseph Michael Szumal
Jun 26, 2025
Joseph M. Szumal, age 96, US Army Korean War Veteran, passed away on June 26, 2025.
Loving son of the late Joseph Sr. (late Mary) Szumal;
Beloved husband of 68 years of the late Emma Dean Szumal (nee Wilson);
Loving father of Susan (Paul) Wucka, Nancy (Daniel) Kowalzyk and Christina (John) Rosean;
Loving grandfather of Paul (Julie) Wucka, Joseph (Tyler) Wucka, Allyson Wucka, Jacob...
Arlene M. Pedersen
Jun 25, 2025
Arlene Pedersen (nee Heinz) of Yorkville, IL, age 94, former longtime resident of West Chicago, passed away on June 25, 2025. She was born at home on May 25, 1931 in West Chicago to George and Bertha Spoden Heinz. Arlene was united in marriage to Rogers Pedersen at St. Mary’s Church in West Chicago on December 2, 1950.
She was an...
Paul Allen Olson
Jun 21, 2025
Paul Allen Olson, formerly of West Chicago IL, was promoted to his heavenly home with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, June 21, 2025, at the age of 87 in North Aurora, IL. He was the husband of the late Darlene C. (Becker) Olson, who went to be with the Lord on April 10, 2024 after 66 years...
Gloria Vicens-Ocotoxtle
Jun 7, 2025
Gloria Vicens-Ocotoxtle, 52 años, fallecido el 7 de Junio de 2025. Velorio viernes 20 de Junio de 2025 - 4:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. en Casa Funeraria Norris-Segert y Servicios Crematorios, 132 Fremont Street (una cuadra al norte de Washington St. & Main St.) Misa fúneral el Sabado 21 de Junio de 2025 a la Iglesia de Santa Maria, 164...
Harvey O. Griffith, Jr.
May 26, 2025
Harvey O. Griffith, Jr., age 64, passed away May 26, 2025. He was born in Chicago, IL on November 24, 1960 to Harvey and Yvonne Griffith, Sr. Harvey was an avid basketball player in High School and College. Harvey had a no-nonsense attitude; he was always there for everyone. He was a loving friend, and he loved his family dearly.
Harvey...
Emma Dean Szumal
May 25, 2025
Emma Dean Szumal (nee Wilson), age 87, passed away on May 25, 2025.
Loving daughter of the late Robert (late Iris) Wilson;
Beloved wife of 68 years of Joseph M. Szumal;
Loving mother of Susan (Paul) Wucka, Nancy (Daniel) Kowalzyk and Christina (John) Rosean;
Loving grandmother of Paul (Julie) Wucka, Joseph (Tyler) Wucka, Allyson Wucka, Jacob Wucka (Bradley Grant), Amanda Kowalzyk (Eddie Collins), Zachary...
Richard John Palkovics
May 20, 2025
October 9, 1947 – May 20, 2025
Richard John Palkovics, passed away peacefully on May 20, 2025, at the age of 77, surrounded by his family. Born on October 9, 1947, to Emil and Anne Palkovics, Rick grew up in Chicago with his siblings Fred, Jack, Carol, and Cathy—laughing, learning, and building a foundation of love and loyalty that stayed with...
Martin Mendez Mancera
May 15, 2025
Martin Méndez Mancera, 61 años, fallecido el 15 de Mayo de 2025. Velorio jueves 22 de Mayo de 2025 - 4:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. en Casa Funeraria Norris-Segert y Servicios Crematorios, 132 Fremont Street (una cuadra al norte de Washington St. & Main St.) Servicio jueves 22 de mayo de 2025 a las 6:30 p.m. en la funeraria. Servicio...
Alejandro Rincon
May 10, 2025
Alejandro Rincon, age 32, passed away on May 10, 2025. Visitation will be held on Thursday, May 15, 2025 from 4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Norris-Segert Funeral Home and Cremation Services, 132 Fremont Street (One block north of Washington St. & Main St.) Funeral Mass will be held on Friday, May 16, 2025 at St. Therese of Jesus Church,...
Margarita Maribel Bautista
May 7, 2025
Margarita Maribel Bautista, 55 años, fallecido el 7 de mayo de 2025. El velorio se llevará a cabo el sábado 10 de Mayo de 2025 en Funeraria Norris-Segert y Servicio Cremacion, 132 Fremont St, West Chicago, IL 60185. De 8:30 a.m. a 11:00 a.m. Un servicio a las 11:00 a.m. en la funeraria. Entierro Cementerio Calvary.
Margarita Maribel Bautista, age 55,...
Filomeno Recendez Sanchez
Apr 16, 2025
Filomeno Recendez Sánchez, 73 años, fallecido el 16 de abril de 2025. Misa Miercoles 23 de abril de 2025 en la Iglesia de Santa María, 164 N Oakwood Ave, West Chicago IL a las 10:00 a.m. Velorio seguira en Casa Funeraria Norris-Segert y Servicios Crematorios, 132 Fremont Street (una cuadra al norte de Washington St. & Main St.), West Chicago,...
Walter "Wally" Baxendale
Apr 15, 2025
Walter F. (Wally) Baxendale, age 92, was called home to Heaven on April 15, 2025. He was born on February 2, 1933, the son of Susie Westwood and Walter E. Baxendale. He proudly served in the US Army during the Korean War, with the 2nd Division, 9th Infantry Regiment (Manchu),stationed at Ft. Lewis Washington, and was a member of the...
Robert C. Diebold
Apr 11, 2025
Robert C. Diebold, age 93, of West Chicago passed away on Friday, April 11, 2025. He was born in West Chicago, IL on October 9, 1931, to Chester and Bernice Diebold. Bob was a lifelong resident of West Chicago and was a supervisor at George J. Ball Horticultural Company, retiring in 1998 after 28 years of service. He also worked...
Jose David Romero Alvarez
Apr 6, 2025
José David Romero Álvarez, 42 años, fallecido el 6 de Abril de 2025. Velorio jueves 10 de Abril de 2025 - 4:00 p.m. a 8:00 p.m. en Casa Funeraria Norris-Segert y Servicios Crematorios, 132 Fremont Street (una cuadra al norte de Washington St. & Main St.) Misa fúneral el viernes 11 de Abril de 2025 a la Iglesia de Santa...
Kathryn M. Henning
Apr 1, 2025
Kathryn M. Henning, age 76, of West Chicago, IL, passed away April 1st, 2025, surrounded by family in her home, from natural causes.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband Dale; her parents John and Kathryn McCabe; her brother, Timothy; and her step-son Chris (Amanda). She is survived by her sister Terry (Mike), her brother Patrick (Debbie), her step-son...
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