Dorothy B. Nasby, (nee Oswaldowski), passed away peacefully on August 16th, 2024, 98 years young.  Long time resident of Darien, IL and formerly a resident of Chicago, IL where she graduated from St. Stanislaus Kostka Academy.  Dorothy was a bright, dependable, giving, and dignified sunshine to anybody she reached the heart of.  She was the […]

John “Bob” Parker, 83, of Downers Grove.  Beloved husband of Geri.  Loving father of John, Jr. (Toni), Jennifer (Jason) Spock, Jeanette Konieczka and Elizabeth (Kristin) Cumbo.  Devoted grandfather of 8.  Cherished great-grandfather of 3.  Fond brother of Donald (Donna) Parker and uncle of many.  Visitation 3 to 8pm Sunday, August 11, 2024 at Hallowell & […]

His stoic appearance belied Birger B. Back’s true nature. He was a loving, caring, and good-natured husband, father, and grandfather. You’d sooner find him eating a pizza with a fork and knife than get his hands dirty at the dinner table, but if you needed a home improvement project completed, Birger would happily be there […]

Darlene Hammond, 65, was born in Detroit, Michigan on Oct 6, 1958 and was raised through adulthood in Brooklyn, New York. After joining the military, and giving birth to her son, Daryth in Fort Riley, Kansas, the family settled down in Woodridge, Illinois where she lived until she passed away on July 30th. After her […]

James Walker, age 70, of Woodridge was pronounced dead on June 12, 2024.  He was the beloved brother of Carol, Steve and Beverly Walker.  He is also survived by many cousins, aunts and uncles.  A Memorial Gathering will be held from 1 to 3pm Saturday, August 3, 2024 at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 301-75th […]

Jeanne M. Jordan, nee Thornton, formerly of Downers Grove, was born August 10, 1934 in Chicago, IL and died peacefully July 26, 2024 in Westmont, IL.  Loving daughter of the late Edward Thornton and Marie Smith Thornton, she is survived by her children Dan (Michelle), Mimi, Matt (Fei), Colette and Ed (Melissa Coons); grandchildren Graham, […]

Jim Patterson, age 68, of Des Plaines.  Cherished son of the late Harold and the late Verla Patterson.  Loving brother of Jean (Donald) Chilson, Carol (James) Miller, William (Debra) Patterson and the late Patrick (Joan) Patterson.  Devoted uncle to many wonderful nieces and nephews.  Jim was born in Evergreen Park and attended St. Bernadette Grammar […]

Ryan Nathaniel Juhnke, born September 28, 1993, entered Heaven into the presence of his God and Savior Jesus Christ on June 29, 2024; beloved son of Frederick and Dianne (Bowman) Juhnke; youngest brother of Kevin and Warren Juhnke.  His passing was sudden and unexpected. Ryan lived in Downers Grove, Illinois his entire life.  He liked […]