All Obituaries

Former longtime resident of Franklin Park, Mary (Madry) Bradof, 98, passed away peacefully on January 21, 2020, in Boise, ID. Mary was a loving mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. Born in Bellevue, Michigan, to John and Katharine (Dlugosz) Madry on February 24, 1921, Mary, one of 8 children, left home at age 14 to help support the family. She had a strong work ethic, was devoted to her family, and loved people.   She met her future husband, George Bradof, while working at the Battle...

Linda Ann Malinowski, born December 4th 1951.  Passed away July 26, 2021 at the age of 69.  Beloved wife of Thomas Malinowski. Loving mother of Laurie (Troy) Ricketts, Robert (Jennifer) Sloma, Jennifer Luhmann, Nicholas (Heather) Sloma, Christine (Gary) Timmins, Steve (Vicky) Malinowski, and Gregory Malinowski. Proud grandmother of Janelle, Dylan, Angelica, Giavanna, Robert, Gabriella Lynn, David, Ava, Vivien, Soren, Gary Jr., Cody, Paige, Colton, and Faith.  Great...

Devoted wife for 54 1/2 years to Raymond. Loving daughter of the late Luigi and Madaline (nee Padula). Treasured daughter-in-law of the late Casimir and Frances (nee Zelasko). Dearest and caring mother of the late Raymond A. (Ann), Maria (Jose) Castrejon, Leonard, Concetta (David) Smyth, and Laura (David) Sarmas. Fond grandmother of Jose A., Dominic (Brittany), Jaclyn, Stephanie (Bob) Quigley, and Christopher. Cherished great grandmother of Owen and Charlotte. Dear sister of the late Rita...

  James C. Puchner Sr. (92) of Franklin Park, IL passed away peacefully on July 21, 2021. Jim was born in Punxsutawney, PA on September 18, 1928. He served in the U.S. Army in 1946/47 and then attended Marquette University.    He used his aptitude for numbers while working for Walgreen's and eventually started his own successful accounting firm in Franklin Park where he worked until his retirement. Jim was an active member of St. Gertrude's Catholic Church...

Patricia J. Andres, née Arkuszewski 83 of Orland Park, formerly of Schiller Park. Beloved wife of Donald F.  Andres and the Late Daniel C. Deegan. Loving mother of Thomas (Sharon) Deegan, Patricia (Allen) Schultz and Daniel Deegan. Loving step-mother of Lisa (George) Neuman, James (Ann) Andres and Cheryl (Rob) Moser.   She will be lovingly remembered by her grandchildren Kristyn (Edwin), Frank (Cari), Katie, Kelly (Fiancé Matt), Carli, Andrea (Matt), Lindsey...

MR. STEVEN PHUNG, age 20, suddenly and tragically with Jennifer Bui in an auto accident in Gunnison, Colorado on July 8, 2021. Visitation Friday, July 16, 2021  from 12pm until 8:00pm and Saturday, July 17,2021 from 11:00am until time of service at 1:00pm  at the SAX TIEDEMANN FUNERAL HOME, 9568 W. Belmont Ave.,Franklin Park, Il.  Private rites of cremation will take place on Sunday, July 18,2021. Under the direction of ASIAN FUNERAL SERVICES,...

MS. JENNIFER BUI, age 20, suddenly and tragically along with Steven Phung, in a car accident in Gunnison, Colorado on July 8, 2021.Visitation will be Friday, July 16, 2021, 12noon until 8:00pm and Saturday, July 17, 2021 from 11:00am until time of service at 1:00pm at the SAX- TIEDEMANN FUNERAL HOME, 9856 W. Belmont Ave, Franklin Park, Il. Cremation to follow. Under the direction of ASIAN FUNERAL SERVICES, Gregory J. Lindeman, Director. ​...

Catherine J. Cardona passed away on Thursday March 5, 2020 at the age of 86. Beloved wife of Richard.  Loving mother of Teresa (David) DeMuri, Michael (Amy Taylor), John, Christine Schwaan and Martin (Fern Smith). Cherished grandmother of Keith, Tony, Maria, Adeline and Gilbert. Dear sister of Frances Mazurek and Margaret (Richard) Josten. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Catherine was born in Milwaukee, WI to the parents of John and Caroline Baumgartner.  Cathy was...

Beloved daughter of Stanley and Goldie Opsahl. Former wife of Fred Royal. Devoted mother to Kenneth and Cheryl Royal. Cherished grandmother to Scott, Bryan, and Jennifer Royal. Valued great-grandmother to Austin, Anthony, Max, and Mason Royal. Dear sister of Myrna Muller, Sandra Fahey, and James Opsahl. Carol Ann was a loving mother and grandmother who loved to sing and laugh. She really loved butterflies and anyone who knew her could attest to that! The most caring, generous person...

Scott Gregory Ptacek passed unexpectedly, yet peacefully surrounded by family at his home on July 10, 2021. Scott is survived by his loving wife, Marylou. He was the beloved father of Jeff (Sarah Solarz) Ptacek and Lyndsey (Matt Lytle) Ptacek. Cherished Papa of Benjamin, John, Tommy, and Kelly. His loving dog Shadow; Beloved brother of Karen (Mickey), Jan (Dave), Glenn (Sue); Uncle to many nephews and nieces; Friend to countless others. Scott retired from the Franklin Park...