All Obituaries

Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Boas); loving father of Lynn and Michael (Lisa) Liskiewicz; cherished grandfather of Joseph, Tyler, Ella (Andrew), and Jake; fond brother-in-law of the late Diane (Ernie) Romano; fond uncle of Ernie (Tara) Romano; great uncle of Owen, Brooke, and Zach; dear friend of many. In lieu of flowers donation can be made to Boys and girls Club of Chicago. www.BGCC.org A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday April 20th from 9:00 A.M.-11:00 A.M. Michael Coletta Sons...

Cherished husband of Kathryn (nee Zeledon); beloved father of the late Susan, Robert (Jeanette), and Kari Nelson; dearest grandfather of Kaitlyn and Matthew Nelson; fond brother of Don and the late James Nelson. Richard was a retired electrical inspector for the City of Chicago and a proud member of IBEW Local 134. Please omit flowers. Visitation will be held on Friday April 19th from 10:00 A.M.-11:00 A.M. at St. Juliana Church 7201 N. Oketo Ave. Chicago. Funeral Mass 11:00 A.M. Private...

Jeannie “Jean” Valenti was a friend to all and spent a lifetime caring for all those around her. From being a parent and foster parent she changed and helped countless lives. Her life was dedicated to her loved ones, her late husband Joe was her rock, they stayed heavily involved in their church and led a devoted life together. They’re joined together again in harmony. Her siblings were her built in best friends and spent their time together laughing, playing games, and...

Loving mother of Francis Coco and Michelle Coco; devoted daughter of the late Laura (nee Leoni) and Frank Callero; dear cousin, friend, and aunt to many. Lye-in-state on Saturday; April 6th from 10:00 A.M.- 11:00 A.M. at Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church 8404 S. Cass Ave. Darien. Funeral Mass 11:00 AM. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery.

Juliana Jiminez Vasquez, age 78, lifelong resident of Chicago, passed away suddenly March 28, 2024.  Beloved wife of the late Antonio; loving mother of Antonio Jr., Edward and the late Adrian; cherished grandmother of Edward Jr., Michael, Melissa, Monica, Adrian Jr., Michelle, Teresa, and Nelly; proud great grandmother of Cameron, Alonna, Ethan, Aubrey, Daniela, Emily and Leia; dearest sister of five; fond aunt, cousin and friend of many. Visitation will be held on Tuesday, April 2nd...

Mary Ellen Ratkovich, age 77, lifelong resident of Chicago, passed away March 29, 2024.  Beloved daughter of the late Michael and Helen, nee Alebich; loving sister of Ann Marie (Petar) Varvodic and Johanna Ratkovich; cherished niece of the late Rose, Madge, Michael (Marion), Anthony and John Alebich; dearest cousin of Michael (Geri) Alebich, Cheryl (Jerry) Pinotti, Michael M. (Lizzy) Alebich, Alex (John) Masterson and Maryl Pinotti. Mary Ellen’s passions were her love of...

Patricia A. Lauras, age 71, passed away suddenly March 28, 2024.  Beloved wife of Paul A.; loving mother of Paul A. (Melissa) and Jeffrie (Liz) Lauras and Melissa (Marcos) Saucedo; cherished grandmother of Mia, Ashley, Nico, Benny and the late Gabriela; dearest sister of Carmen (Rosa), Anthony "Boston" (Dee Dee) and the late Johnny Passi; caring aunt of many nieces and nephews. A dedicated and skilled cook, Patricia’s dishes were a labor of love for her family, who she...

Frances M. Leodoro, nee Miritello, age 94, passed away March 27, 2024.  Beloved wife of the late Carmello Leodoro, ret CPD;  loving mother of Michael, ret CPD, Deborah, ret CPD (Dianne), Carla Jo (Matthew) Sobieski; cherished grandmother of Michael Anthony, Carmello and Gianna Rose; proud great grandmother of Iviana Victoria; dearest sister of the late Rose, Anthony, Florence, Michael, Mary, Phillip and Sam; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Frances was born and raised in...

Brian V. Leonard Jr., of Sarasota Florida, formerly from Chicago and Orland Park Illinois passed away suddenly on March 20th. A lifelong athlete, he went from the Palos Stars to boxing in the Mercy Home for Boys and Girls Ringside Events. He enjoyed being a mentor and coach to the disadvantaged youth at Mercy Home. His loss will leave a large hole in many hearts. His love for family and friends was indisputable and his smile would light up the room. Brian is survived by his wife Rosanna, his...

Beloved wife of Duane Pecci; loving daughter of the late Theodore and Anita Wilson; dear sister of the late Maureen (the late Joseph) Bezich, the late Michaelene (the late Joseph) Sparacino, and the late Geary(Carolyn) Meanza; fond aunt of Cynthia, Christine, Colleen, Thomas, Joseph, Michael, and Theodore; dear cousin and friend to many. Visitation will be held at Michael Coletta Sons Funeral Home, 544 West 31st, Chicago on Friday; March 22nd from 3:00 P.M.- 9:00 P.M. Saturday; March...