Obituaries

Jim Clay Bone

Jim Clay Bone

October 10, 2026

Jim Bone, 74, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 10, 2026.

Jim was a devoted father, grandfather, brother, and respected businessman. In September 1971, at just 19 years old, Jim helped establish Bone Roofing Supply alongside his parents, Clay and Hope, and his identical twin brother, Jack. For more than five decades, his dedication, strong work ethic, and commitment to excellence...

Carol Lynn Husiak

Carol Lynn Husiak

October 18, 2026

Carol Lynn Husiak, of Brookfield, Illinois, passed away on October 18, 2026, in Brookfield. She was 73.

Born on April 28, 1953, in Chicago, Illinois, Carol was the beloved daughter of John Husiak and Constance Husiak, née Knach, both of whom preceded her in death. She will be remembered with love and gratitude by those who knew her and by the...

Genevieve Marie Kurk

Genevieve Marie Kurk

October 2, 2026

Genevieve Marie Kurk nee Grasso, age 74 of Chicago. Loving mother of Deannamarie (Victor) Rodriguez and Joseph Kurk, cherished mema of Ryan Englund, Nathaniel Kurk, Joshua Kurk, Aiden Abruzzo, Vivianna Rodriguez and Donatello Rodriguez, dear sister of Thomas Anthony Grasso II, Nicholas Anthony Grasso, Michael Anthony Grasso, Frank Grasso, late Rosemary (Chici) Grasso, late Grace Ann Palozzolo and the late...

Robert James Daraskevich

Robert James Daraskevich

October 1, 2026

Robert James Daraskevich, age 83 of LaGrange Park, formerly of Chicago. Beloved father of Mark (Debra) Daraskevich and Elizabeth (Michael) Shaw, cherished grandfather of Maxwell Daraskevich, Delilah Daraskevich and the late Alexander Shaw, loving fianc of Guadalupe Alvarez, dear brother of the late Donald (Janina) Daraskevich, late Dorothy (late George) Stalun and the late Anthony Daraskevich, dear uncle to many....

Alma R. Muniz-Montenegro

Alma R. Muniz-Montenegro

September 27, 2026

Alma Rosa Muniz-Montenegro nee Avila, age 74 of Brookfield, passed away surrounded by the love of her family. 

Beloved wife of Macario Muniz; loving mother of Alexandra (Michael) Cuevas; cherished grandmother of Chloe, Camden and Alexander who brought tremendous joy to her life. 

Dear sister of Hector Avila, Yolanda Cervantes, Lupe Marquez, Patricia Montenegro-Avila and the late Leticia Hess and fond aunt...

Patricia Ann Bustos

Patricia Ann Bustos

September 23, 2026

Patricia Ann Bustos (née Fliss), 79, of Berwyn/Brookfield, Illinois, passed away on September 23, 2026. Patricia lived most of her life in Berwyn and Brookfield, Illinois. She worked for Bell Telephone Company, where she met her husband, Richard Gandara Bustos, who preceded her in death on December 11, 1999. After starting her family, Patricia went on to become a librarian...

Anne K. Jensen

Anne K. Jensen

August 22, 2026

Anne K. Jensen, age 82 of Brookfield, formerly of Naperville and La Grange. Beloved wife of the late Charles Stanley Jensen, loving mother of Sean J. Brennan, late Kevin E. Brennan, Charles Jensen, Debbie (Wade) Saucier and, cherished grandmother of Brian (Ashlee) Brennan, Jonathan (Sarah) Saucier and Connor Lyle, dear sister of Bill Miller, Marilyn (Rick) Keal, Regina Lozito, late...

John George Scheer

John George Scheer

August 22, 2026

John George Scheer, age 82 of Brookfield. Beloved husband of Beverly nee Kos, loving father of Keith (Lori) Scheer, Brian (Anji) Scheer and Renee Scheer, cherished grandfather of Jackie, Brian, Amy, Justin, Mason Kodrich and Anya Kodrich, great grandfather of Theo, Momo and Lucious, dear brother in law of Carole (Bob) Hanus, Robert (Cynthia) Kos and the late John (Joanne)...

Kevin A. Hare

Kevin A. Hare

August 19, 2026

Kevin A. Hare, age 55 of Chicago. United States Marine Corps Veteran. Beloved father of Krystyna (Steve) Pitts, loving grandfather of Harper and Haven, cherished son of the late Carolyn Hare, dear brother of Kim (Ruben) and the late Karen, fond uncle of Jalin, Janissa, Jamilyah, Keonna and Jimmie. 

Thomas Kevin McCann

Thomas Kevin McCann

August 12, 2026

Thomas Kevin McCann, age 70, of River Forest, Illinois, passed away on August 12, 2026, after a brief illness. He was born in Chicago on December 23, 1955, to parents Thomas and Palma.

Tom will be remembered for his loving, gentle nature and generous spirit. He worked professionally as a nurse and received numerous accolades and awards for his outstanding patient...

Wesley Robert Phenegar III

Wesley Robert Phenegar III

August 9, 2026

Wesley Robert Phenegar III, age 64 of Brookfield. Beloved husband of Susan Hvorcik, loving father of Amanda Phenegar, Wes Phenegar, Tim Medina, Melissa Phenegar, Steffani Dahlstrom, Sean Phenegar and Sam Phenegar, cherished grandfather of Taylor and Lukas Dahlstrom, Liam Smith and Weston Phenegar, dear brother of Melanie Phenegar and Dane Phenegar, fond uncle of Luke and Erin Hodina and Tabetha,...

Rita A. Speciale

Rita A. Speciale

August 5, 2026

Rita Ann Speciale, nee Sabatino, age 84 of Sugar Grove, formerly of Stickney. Beloved wife of Anthony J. "Tony" Speciale, loving mother of Kimberly (Jim Fenili, fiancé) Perry, Frank J. Jr. (Deborah) Nosek and Michael J. Nosek, cherished grandmother of Nina Nosek-Musser, Gianna Perry, Rocco (Michelle Dominquez, fiancée) Perry, Frank J. (Amy Costello) Nosek and adored great-grandmother of Noah James...

Catherine L. "Carol" Hernandez

Catherine L. "Carol" Hernandez

August 5, 2026

Catherine L. “Carol” Hernandez, age 82 of Naperville, formerly of Brookfield. Cherished daughter of the late Louis Sr. and the late Lucille (nee Martinez) Hernandez, loving sister of Marge (late Norbert) Murray, Vicki Suddreth, Bob (Maureen) Hernandez, Art (Jackie) Hernandez, Nancy (Dave) LaFrancis and Debbie (Mike) Matozzi and the late Mary Franson, Louis (late Patricia) Hernandez, Bette Mersereau, Tom (late...

Charles Thomas Francis Lenartson

Charles Thomas Francis Lenartson

July 26, 2026

C. Thos. Francis Lenartson

Charles Thomas Francis Lenartson, age 92, of Brookfield, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 26, 2026, at the home of his middle daughter, Ann Jeannette Lenartson, surrounded by his loving family. At his side were his daughter Mary LaNita Lenartson (Hosso), son Charles Patrick Lenartson, former spouse Faydette (Hamilton) Lenartson, and granddaughter Katherine Anne Hosso.

Born on...

Barbara Mary Musil

Barbara Mary Musil

July 17, 2026

Barbara Mary Musil (née Reynolds), age 68, of Brookfield, Illinois, passed away on July 17, 2026. She was born on June 10, 1958, in Chicago, Illinois and grew up in Mt. Greenwood.  

Barbara was the devoted mother of Ryan Musil, Sean Musil, and Ashley Musil; cherished mother-in-law of Jill Musil and Nicholas Buber; and the proud and loving grandmother of...

Joanne M. Bazata

Joanne M. Bazata

July 12, 2026

Joanne M. Bazata, nee Mulac, age 93, longtime resident of Brookfield. Beloved wife of the late Ronald Bazata, loving mother of John Bazata and Sandy (Oscar) Martinez, cherished grandmother of Ami Bazata & Adam Bazata, Ryan Martinez, Kayla Martinez, & Kyle Martinez and great grandmother of Amberlyn & Dylan Bazata, dear sister of the late Elinore Stirek & the late...

Lois T. Kolumbar

Lois T. Kolumbar

July 7, 2026

Lois T. Kolumbar, nee Krejci, age 64 of Brookfield, formerly of Cicero. Beloved wife of Karl Kolumbar, loving mother of Richard Jocius and Kelly (Moises) Proctor, cherished grandmother of Angelina Jocius and Krystal Romero, dear sister of Glenn (Debbie) Krejci, Donna (Richard) Mazur and Carol Chirifisi, fond aunt of Sarah (Tony) Dusek, Amy (Mike) Bills and Joe (Amy) Krejci.

Lois passed...

Thomas A. Mancini

Thomas A. Mancini

July 5, 2026

July 5, 2026, Thomas A. Mancini, age 73 of Brookfield. Beloved husband of Alicia nee Vikrikas, loving father of Lisa (Steve) Mancini and Nancy (late Shannon) Bitzer, cherished grandfather of Samantha and Taylor, dear brother of Gina Hill and Teri Phillips, fond uncle of April, Cynthia, Sabrina and great uncle of Isaac, Owen and Elijah. A devoted Christian, a brilliant...

Paul Lawrence Bocian

Paul Lawrence Bocian

July 1, 2026

Paul Lawrence Bocian, age 75 of Brookfield. Unites States Marine Corps Vietnam Veteran and Retired Captain LaGrange Fire Department, he proudly served the Village for 20 years from 1981 to 2001. Paul was also a long-time member of the LaGrange Fire Fighters Association IAFF Local 2338. Beloved son of the late Gerald F. and late Lucille (nee Sniegowski) Bocian, loving...

Patricia D. Mauney

Patricia D. Mauney

June 19, 2026

Patricia D. Mauney nee Hubner, age 86 of Baileys Harbor, Wisconsin, formerly of Westchester, Illinois. Beloved wife of the late Elmer Mauney, loving mother of Pamela (David) Cygan, fond aunt of Marty, Paul, Jason and Amanda.

In Lieu of flowers donations to Immanuel Lutheran Church, 7973 WI-57, Baileys Harbor, WI 54202.

"To honor Patricia's vibrant spirit, the family invites everyone to wear...