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James A. Simko

James A. Simko

Oct 5, 2026

James A. Simko, age 80; Loving husband of the late Jill nee Polly for 51 years; Cherished father of James Jr. (Karen), Jayne (Danny) Maher and Jeremy (Sue); Devoted grandfather of 9; Dear friend of many. Visitation Friday 5:00 - 8:00 pm and Saturday 10:00 am until time of Service, 12:30 pm at The Oaks Funeral Home 1201 E. Irving...

William John Zalewski

William John Zalewski

Sep 30, 2026

In Remembrance of William Zalewski

Join us on Friday, October 16th, as we honor and celebrate the life of Bill Zalewski. A heartfelt invitation is extended for all to gather, share memories, and support the family.

A Memorial Service will take place at 4:00 PM at Trinity Lutheran Church 405 S. Rush St., Roselle, Illinois

Reception & Dinner: Immediately following the service, the...

William A. Berndt

William A. Berndt

Sep 26, 2026

William Berndt, age 80 Beloved husband of the late Nancy and the late Roseanne; Beloved companion of Robin; Loving father of David (Catherine), and Jeffrey (Amanda); Cherished grandfather of Reese, Brice, William, Nolan, and Lawson; Dear brother of Ronald (Carmen). Fond uncle, friend and cousin of many. Visitation Wednesday, Sept. 30th, 3:00 – 8:00 PM and Thursday, Oct. 1st, 8:00...

Thomas Patrick Overlin

Thomas Patrick Overlin

Sep 23, 2026

Thomas Patrick Overlin was born March 14, 1946, and passed away surrounded by his loving family on September 23, 2026. Beloved husband of 57 years to Margo; Loving father of Darren (Mindy), Kevin (Laura) and Tommy (Mary); Devoted Grandpa of twins, Dan and Hailey, Carly, Jack and Charlie. US Marine Corps veteran of the Vietnam War. Tom was an all...

Peter Anthony Volpi Jr.

Peter Anthony Volpi Jr.

Sep 21, 2026

Peter Anthony Volpi Jr., age 48, of Chicago, IL, was called to rest on September 21, 2026.

Peter was born on April 9, 1978, and spent his life traveling the world, enjoying concerts and belting out tunes with friends, and talking about all things reality television. He was known for his ability to make a joke or find light in any...

Guido Palermo

Guido Palermo

Sep 21, 2026

A visitation for Guido will be held Saturday, September 26th from 9:00 am until time of Service, 11:30 am at The Oaks Funeral Home, 1201 E Irving Park Road (at Prospect), Itasca. Family and friends will meet at Queen of Heaven Cemetery 1400 S. Wolf Road, Hillside for the Entombment at 12:30 pm. Please meet at the cemetery office.  ...

Norman L. Vitellaro

Norman L. Vitellaro

Sep 18, 2026

Norman L. Vitellaro, age 88, Beloved husband of the late Norinne nee Cahill; Loving father of Norman Jr. (Linda), Susan (Michael) Macino, Thomas, the late Daniel, and the late Timothy; Cherished grandfather of Michelle, Melissa, Allyson, Amanda, Ava, Heather, Samantha, Brittany, Norman III, and Nicole; Dear great-grandfather of 14 and one on the way; Fond brother of Corinne Bruhn and...

Elizabeth A. Dobose

Elizabeth A. Dobose

Sep 17, 2026

Elizabeth Dobose nee Buchholz aged 91 of Itasca, IL passed away at home peacefully, surrounded by her family on September 17th

Born in Chicago to the late Walter and Mabel Buchholz on March 21, 1935. She was the beloved sister to her brothers Bob, the late Bud, the late Bill and sister of the late Doris. She lived in the Ravenswood...

Robert Alphonse Van Lysebettens Sr.

Robert Alphonse Van Lysebettens Sr.

Sep 7, 2026

Robert A. Van Lysebettens, Sr., age 97; Beloved father of Pamela Pacholczak (Donald), Robert Van Lysebettens, Jr. (Marilou), Paul Van Lysebettens (Debra), A. Kenneth Van Lysebettens (Christina) and the late Keith Van Lysebettens (Doris Lozano). Grandfather of Richard Pacholczak (Kim Davies-Anderson), Michael Pacholczak (Katie), Christopher Van Lysebettens, Stephanie Van Lysebettens, Jennifer Flores (John), Jonathan Van Lysebettens (Esmy Soto), Jacqueline Van...

Richard "Richie" S. Lombardi

Richard "Richie" S. Lombardi

Aug 22, 2026

Richard “Richie” S. Lombardi, age 89; Beloved husband of Elaine nee Bacagaluppi for 36 years; Loving father of Matthew and extended dad of Robert (Shannon) True and David Kerth; Proud grandpa of Olivia (Dakota) Bannert and Joe Lombardi; Dear brother of the late Ronald (Patricia) Lombardi; Adored uncle of Matthew Lombardi, Michael Lombardi, David (Donna) Lombardi, Trisha Lombardi, and the...

John Rayman Binneboese

John Rayman Binneboese

Aug 16, 2026

John Rayman Binneboese, 74, passed away peacefully in his Lake Nona, Florida, home on August 16, 2026, surrounded by his family.

Born March 29, 1952, to the late Arthur and Beatrice (née Scamehorn) Binneboese, John was a longtime resident of Itasca, Illinois, before relocating to Florida in February 2026. An irreplaceable pillar of the Itasca community, John dedicated his life to...

Michael John Haggerty

Michael John Haggerty

Aug 14, 2026

Michael John Haggerty

Beloved son of the late William and Augustina (nee Leitman) Haggerty.

Grandson of the late William and Anne (nee Lally) Haggerty and the late Rudolph and Augustina (nee Ceizel) Leitman.

Nephew of the late John (his Godfather) and Jeanne Haggerty, the late Barbara and Hubert Langer, the late Maria, Gisela Leitman and Rudolph and Jean Leitman.

Dear brother of Martin, Brian...

Joyce Ann Catalano

Joyce Ann Catalano

Aug 8, 2026

Joyce Catalano passed away peacefully at her home in Schaumburg, Illinois, on August 8, 2026 surrounded by her family and those who loved her dearly.

She was born on July 20, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois, to Phillip and Annette (née Fasano) Falson. Joyce was raised in Oak Park and River Forest. She was a graduate of Saint Giles Catholic School and...

Jonathan Gerald Anderson

Jonathan Gerald Anderson

Aug 5, 2026

Jonathan Gerald Anderson, 73, known as Jay to those who loved him and Jon, professionally, died peacefully in his sleep on August 5, 2026, at his home in River Forest, Illinois. That he went on his own terms, after showing us what a real fight looks like, feels like one last gift to the family he adored.

Jay was born on...

Barbara "Bobbie" Clark

Barbara "Bobbie" Clark

Aug 4, 2026

Barbara “Bobbie” Clark, nee Pietrandoni, age 78, passed away peacefully at home with her family by her side. Beloved wife of the late Charles; Loving mother of James (Kerry), Jennifer (Paul) Spencer, and Jill (Tom) Rottman; Adored Nani of James, Jessica, Julie, Jeremy, Joseph, Frank, and Dean; Dear sister of Jerry (Joanne) Pietrandoni and sister in law of John (Karen)...

Richard Scoles

Richard Scoles

Jul 26, 2026

Richard Gale Scoles, 81, of Wood Dale, Illinois, passed into eternal rest at Ascension Alexian Brothers- Hospice Residence in Elk Grove Village, after a long battle with cancer, on July 26, 2026. He was a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, and his smile, wit, and presence will be deeply missed.

Richard cherished spending time with family and friends, exploring the...

Haydee Miller

Haydee Miller

Jul 26, 2026

Haydee Miller, age 87, Beloved wife of the late John Miller; Loving mother of George Orantes; Dear daughter of the late Victoriano and Josefina Mux. Arrangements entrusted to The Oaks Funeral Home. For funeral info: 630-250-8588

Luigi Bonanno

Luigi Bonanno

Jul 26, 2026

Luigi came into this world on July 16, 1991. We were blessed to have him in our life until July 26, 2026 when he passed away surrounded by family and friends. Luigi spent his life in Wood Dale and Itasca. He spent most of his youth involved with Boy Scout Troop 65 of Wood Dale. During that time with (BST)...

Michael Allen Zimay

Michael Allen Zimay

Jul 26, 2026

Michael Allen Zimay 

Visitation Thursday, July 30th, 3:00 PM until time of Service, 7:00 PM at The Oaks Funeral Home 1201 E. Irving Park Road (at Prospect), Itasca. Interment private.

In loving memory of Michael Allen Zimay

With heartfelt sadness, we announce the passing of Michael Allen Zimay, who peacefully entered eternal rest on July 26, 2026, at the age of 82. Michael...

KC Klein

KC Klein

Jul 20, 2026

Kurt “KC” Klein, Beloved husband of Linda Spinelli-Klein. Father of Kristin (Aaron) and Stepfather of Anthony (Shereen) and Nick (Lauren); Proud papa of Emmy and Anthony Michael Jr. Memorial Visitation Saturday, August 1st from 11:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. with Military Honors at 12:30 p.m. at The Oaks Funeral Home, 1201 E Irving Park Road (at Prospect), Itasca. Interment private....

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