Joaquin fue el amado hijo de Emilio Botello y Margarita Del Río, y el mayor de siete hermanos. Joaquín fue un padre a cinco hijos: Evelia, Omar, Sandra, Araceli y Daniela. Sentía un profundo orgullo por su familia y fue una fuente de fortaleza, guía y amor para todos los que lo conocieron. Será recordado por su dedicación a sus seres queridos, su humor, su risa contagiosa y el impacto duradero que dejó en todos los que lo rodeaban. El ...

Maria Josephina Delgado, at rest April 6, 2026.  Visitation on Saturday April 11, 2026 from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. with service at 7:00 p.m. at Heritage Funeral Home and Cremation 3117 S. Oak Park Avenue, Berwyn.   Cremation private.  

Carole Ann Collins (nee Downs) a devoted mother, Nonnie, sister, aunt, and friend to all, at rest April 4, 2026. Born on June 20, 1946 in Oak Park, Illinois to Frank and Rosemary Downs.  She was the only daughter in her family, and was loved by all who knew her.   Carole graduated Oak Park River Forest High School in 1964. Upon graduation, she accepted a position as a nurse’s assistant at Catholic Charities in Chicago. She cared for and nursed new mothers and babies ...

Patricia Joanne Garnica (née Browder), age 67, passed away on April 3, 2026. She was born on November 13, 1958, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late John Browder and Helen Browder (née Armes).  Patricia was known for her kind heart, her blunt honesty, and her love for family. Patricia is survived by her husband, Porfirio Sanchez; her brother, Jerry Browder (Kathy); her children, John Garnica, Carmen Sanchez ...

Marcelino Lagunes Gonzalez, at rest April 1, 2026,  Visitation on Friday April 17, from 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. at The Tower Home For Funerals, 4007 Joliet Avenue in Lyons, IL.  Funeral on Saturday April 18, 9:00 am at the funeral home, then processing to St. Blase Catholic Church, 6101 75th Street in Summit IL for 10:00 a.m. Mass.   Cremation Private.  

Lois Hodys passed away on 3/31/26. She was born on 4/16/34 in Lyons, IL to Walter and Hazel Zimmerman and lived the majority of her life in Lyons. She was known for being a loving Mother, Grandmother and Great Grandmother. She enjoyed spending time with her family and creating memories that will be cherished by all that knew her. She is survived by two of her daughters, Faith Collins (Stephen) and Hope Witt (Christopher), 11 Grandchildren, Scott, James, Jason, Joseph, Ashley Jeremy, Andy, ...

Our beloved mother, Sheila Jane Snyder (Gillin), passed away on March 30, 2026 with family by her side. She was born on January 10, 1937, in New York, to Francis and Mary Gillin (Barry). After attending Emerson College in Boston, MA, she married George Snyder in 1967, and together they shared 46 wonderful years. Sheila enjoyed photography, poetry, and crafting and was known for her love of her children. Sheila is survived by her children, Charles (Lisa) Snyder, Kathleen ...

Celebrating the Life of Ivan Moreno September 6, 1996 – March 30, 2026 Ivan Moreno, a beloved son, brother, uncle, and lifelong resident of Cicero, Illinois, passed away on March 30, 2026, at the age of 29. Known for his quiet strength, his incredible talent on the baseball diamond, and his unwavering devotion to his family, Ivan leaves behind a legacy of kindness and deep-rooted connections. Legacy of Kindness Ivan was a man of immense heart and quiet resilience. He is survived by ...

When I come to the end of my journey, and I travel my last weary mile,  Just forget if you can, that I ever frowned, and remember only the smile.  Forget unkind words I have spoken; Remember some good I have done,  Forget that I ever had heartache and remember I’ve had loads of fun.  Forget that  I’ve stumbled and blundered, and sometimes fell by the way.  Remember I have fought some hard battles, and won, ere the close of the day.  Then ...

Veteran’s honor, a sacred flame, Through trials fierce, they earned their name. For liberty’s cause, they stood so tall, Now in peace, they’ve heard the call. Their legacy shines, a guiding star, Forever near, though they’re afar.