All Obituaries

Steven Louis Rende, a lifelong Franklin Park resident and Vietnam War Veteran, passed away at home surrounded by his family. Steve was a doting husband of over 50 years to Madelyn (Guerrieri), and a loving father to Vicki, Steve (Michelle), and Natalie. One of Steve’s favorite roles was as a Papa to Alexandria, Angela, and Ava. A devoted son of Victoria and the late Anthony, son-in-law of the late Carmen and Edith Guerrieri, dear brother of Anthony (Ellen) and Susan (Ben) Daish, and...

Evelyn M. Lobell, born in Chicago, Illinois. Beloved daughter of the late Joseph and the late Sophie Welz.  Devoted mother to Jeanette Patti and Michelle Lobell. Loving grandmother to Jennifer Uribe, Danielle Battaglia (Joe), Michela Nuno (Alex), April Balek (Steve), Natalie DiGioia (Nigel Franklin), and Anthony DiGioia. Proud great grandmother to Janelle, Stephen, Adrianna, Emiliano, Mariah, Anaya, and Matteo. Fond sister of Fred Welz, Frank Welz, the late Mike, the late Violet, the...

Patrick Joseph Weiler, 82, of Melrose Park passed away Wednesday evening, December 4, 2019. Beloved husband of Jeanne. Loving father of Jeffrey (Tracy), Christopher, and Sharon (Steven). Cherished grandfather of Cole and Darren. He is survived by his sister, Joan Hannigan, sister-in-law, Peggy Burianek, and many nieces and nephews. Patrick grew up in Chicago and worked as a lineman for Illinois Bell. He enjoyed spending time outdoors, fishing, and watching Cubs games. He loved his family...

Dorothy A. Kruse Beloved wife of the late William E. Kruse. Loving mother of Larry (Maureen), Jeffrey (Amy McGowan), and Susan (Richard) Langford. Cherished grandmother of Matthew (Paula), Amanda, and the late Jason. Great grandmother of Logan and Hailey. Dear sister of Pauline Zimny, and Carl Kaufman. Aunt of many. Visitation Wednesday, Dec 4, 2019 from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Sax-Tiedemann Funeral Home, 9568 Belmont Ave., Franklin Park. Lying in State Thursday, Dec 5, 2019 from 9:00...

Richard Thomas Baran (Dick), loving companion of Carol Ann Fredrickson, cherished father of Cheryl (Carrol) Symank and Lisa Puck, beloved grandfather of William, Emma, Elsa and Riley died November 30, 2019 at the age of 81 years.   Dick was born July 22, 1938 in Chicago to parents Chester and Arlette Baran. An avid supporter of education, he dedicated his life to learning, teaching, coaching and mentoring. Dick attended Catholic grade school, Missouri Military Academy, served in the...

Florence R. Carlson Beloved wife of the late Oliver Carlson.  Loving mother of Drake and Vanessa.  Dear sister of the late Dolores Burke. Cherished aunt of Nadine, James, Christopher, and the late Timothy. Long time member of the Franklin Park Woman's Club. Florence was an avid gardener and kindled the flame of gardening with many others. In lieu of flowers memorial donations may be given in Florence's name to the Alzheimer's Association, Greater Illinois...

Oscar Lazo passed away November 26, 2019. Family and friends will gather at Sax-Tiedemann Funeral Home, 9568 Belmont Ave., Franklin Park on Friday, November 29, 2019 from 3:00 pm until 9:00 pm.  Prayers will take place on Saturday, November 30, 2019 at 9:30 am at the funeral home prior to mass at St. Gertrude Church at 10:00 am. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery. For information please call (847) 678-1950 or www.sax-tiedemann.com

Loretta Ann Krumwiede, nee Olsen, 92. Beloved wife of the late Herman Krumwiede.  Loving mother of the late Lorri “Tootie” (Bob) Bilik , Judi Washburn, the late Kerry Krumwiede, and Susie (Tom) McWherter. Loving grandmother of Scott Bilik, Alyssa (Tom) Tarpey, Chris (Natalie) Bilik, Suzanne (Brian) Clausen, Mark (Kendra) Washburn, Kerry Washburn, Brian Washburn, Jimmy (Candace) Washburn, Jeff (Linda) McWherter, Matt (Priscella) McWherter, Brett (Cori) McWherter, Jake (Diane)...

Anna passed away peacefully on Friday, November 15, 2019.Family and friends will gather at Sax-Tiedemann Funeral Home, 9568 Belmont Ave., Franklin Park on Sunday, November 17, 2019 from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm. Formal Prayers will begin at 4:00 pm on Sunday, November 17, 2019.Family and friends will return to the funeral home on Monday, November 18, 2019, 9:00 am for prayer before going to St. Joseph Ukrainian Catholic Church for mass at 11:00 am.Interment will follow at St. Nicholas...

Charles G. WhiteBeloved husband of Ursula.Loving father of Nancy (Jim) Olivetti, and the late David White. Stepfather to Irene and Christine (Jim).Grandfather of Jill (John), Nick (Taylor), Alex (Ashley), Jeramie, Jason, Katy, Connor, Eric, and the late Matthew.Great Grandfather of Jaxon and Guilliana.Avid bowler and golfer Visitation Friday, November 15, 2019 4:00 PM ...