Obituaries

Laurence Frances Martin, 100, native of Ballynagearn, Magheracloone, Carrickmacross, Co. Monoghan, Ireland; passed away peacefully in his sleep surrounded by his family. Loving husband of Sarah nee McNally for 69 years. Devoted son of the late Thomas and Mary Ellen née McCahey, stepmother Eva nee Crowley; cherished father of Patrick…

Bernadine Rocks nee Gavin, passed away peacefully in her home; beloved wife of the late Patrick; loving and devoted mother of Patrick (Peggy Cunniff), Mary (Quentin) Doherty, Theresa (James) Small, Maureen (the late Timothy) McDermott, Colleen (Dave), Michael, Paul (Jan) and Matthew; cherished grandma of Beth (Jordy), Kelly, Joseph, Sarah…

Carol Watkins, age 77, passed away surrounded by love, leaving a legacy of warmth and family devotion. Born in 1946, Carol lived a life rich in joy and compassion, always placing her family at the heart of her world. Carol will be remembered as a matriarch who cherished her role…

David M. Loeger, 54; beloved son of the late Richard and Mary; loving brother of Mary Beth (Joe) Lula, Judy (Corey) Schuster, Susan (Rich) Knorowski, Therese (Tom) Macek, Kathy (Kurt) Karrasch, Laura, Dan (Julie) and Brian (Leanne); cherished uncle of Jennifer, Linda, Julie, Jeff, Karen, Michael, Karl, Amy, Kevin, Mark,…

JoAnn Truschke, 92; loving mother of Hal (Ginger), Eileen (Ken), Kent (Leanne); cherished grandmother of Kelli and Allen (Carol), beloved great-grandmother of Jared, Mandy, Jordan, Mikayla, and Madison. Preceded in death by daughters Deborah and Dawn and grandson Tristan. Memorial Mass Wednesday, June 5, 10:30 AM at St. Pascal Church…

Apollonia “Loni” Demary; passed away peacefully; devoted teacher for 18 years at Kelvin Park High School. Memorial Mass Saturday, April 20th 10 AM at St. Pascal Church (Corner of Irving Park Rd and Melvina). Interment Private. Arrangements entrusted to Gibbons Family Funeral Home. For info 773-777-3944 or www.gffh.com

Ellen Rutherford nee Berndt; beloved wife of the late Bill; loving mom of Laura (Dave) Welch, Alison (Tom) Craig and the late Michael; cherished grandma of Elena, Ryan and Maddy; fond cousin, aunt and friend to many. Visitation Monday 9 AM until time of service 11:30 AM at Gibbons Family…

Robert J. McGrath; beloved son of late Kathleen nee Hamill; loving brother of Thomas and the late Edward (Margaret) and James; fond nephew of many and uncle to Steven, Jeffrey, Meaghan and Kelly; Funeral Friday 9:30 AM from Gibbons Family Funeral Home 5917 W. Irving Park Rd. (½ Block East…

Duff, James Francis (Jimmy), 67 of Chicago, loving husband of Wendy (Christian) Duff passed away peacefully April 7, 2024.  Jim battled his cancer bravely for several years. He spent 40+ years in the financial industry at both CBOE and CBOT. He finished his career with Macquarie Worldwide. Jim enjoyed spending…