ADAN AGUIRRE

Adan Aguirre, age 74 of Chicago, Little Village community, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, September 16, 2024.

He was the beloved husband of the late Guadalupe Vazquez; loving Father of Luz (Juan) Perez, Veronica (Saul) Oroczo, Adan Aguirre Jr., Diana (Juan) Cordoba and Rocio (Samuel) Rojas; dearest grandfather of Julian, Jocelyn, Ariana, Isabella, Chris, Samuel Jr., Amanda, Rafael and Ezequiel; great grandfather of Melanie and Maya; dear brother of Maria (Abel) Esparza, Leonor (late Luis Miguel) Macias and Esther (Fernando) Luna. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held September 20 at Foran Funeral Home, 7300 W. Archer Ave. (55th street just west of Harlem). Visitation was held September 21 at the funeral home until time of Prayers. Procession from the funeral home to St. Blasé Church for a Mass of Christian Burial. Adan was buried at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.

MARIA E. ARIAS

Maria E. Arias, age 71, of Summit, passed away on the evening of September 17, 2024 with her loving family at her side.

She was the beloved wife of Jose De La Torre Sr.; cherished mother of Jose (Maria E.) De La Torre Jr., Nelly E. De La Torre (Mario), Jorge De La Torre and Sandra L. De La Torre (Eduardo); proud grandmother of Diana, Adriana, Natalie, Haylie, Aidan, Melanie, Ander, Daniel, Lailah, Jayden and Matteo. Maria will be especially missed by her dear sister Julia Arias and her many brothers and sisters.

Visitation was held September 19 at Foran Funeral Home, 7300 W. Archer Ave. (55th street just west of Harlem). Visitation at the funeral home September 29 until time of Prayers. Procession from the funeral home to St. Blasé Church for a Mass of Christian burial. Maria was laid to rest at Resurrection Cemetery.

ANNA BIENIEK

Anna Bieniek (nee Lesnicka), age 65, passed away September 12, 2024.

Beloved wife of Zenon Bieniek; loving mother of Kasia Bieniek, Michal Bieniek and Pawel (Asia) Bieniek; dear grandmother of Nicolas, Lili and Max; cherished daughter of Stefania (nee Kowalkowska) and the late Jan Lesnicki; fond sister of Jan Lesnicki, Kazimierz Lesnicki, Krzysztof (Anna) Lesnicki and Stanislaw Lesnicki. Also survived by relatives and friends.

Visitation was held September 17 at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice. Funeral was held September 18, Prayers and procession from the funeral home to Saint Albert the Great Church, 8029 S. Central Avenue, Burbank for Mass. Interment, Resurrection Cemetery, Justice. For more information, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com

CHRISTINE A. DUKE

Christine A. Duke (nee Flynn), 60, of Alsip, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 19, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

She was the devoted mother of the late Michael Balandis; cherish daughter of John and the late Alice nee Brann Flynn; loving sister of John (JoAnne) Flynn Jr, Maureen (Karl) Hitzeman, James(Michele) Flynn; cherished aunt of Shawn, Jamie, Jessica, Shannen, and Laura.

Services were held September 23 at the Palos- Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills. Interment will be private.

NORMA M. HERNÁNDEZ

Norma M. Hernández, age 62, passed away at home in Justice, (born in Mexico, raised in Chicago, and long-time resident of Southfield, MI), surrounded by family and friends after her fierce battle with Cancer.

Norma was the beloved mom of Liana Sol Pérez, daughter of Esperanza Fonseca de Hernández and J. Guadalupe Hernández (late), sister of Martha (Don), Susana (John), Blanca (Federico), Laura (Silverio), and Peter (Catalina), godmother to Hope, Montserrat, Alexander, and Ramon, foster mom to Tania and Martrell, aunt to Bianca, Joe, Dominic, Alejandro, Veronica, Viviana, Sergio, Vanessa, Geraldo, Lisa, Mario, Anthony, Pedro, Leo, Rocco, Hope, and Catalina. Great-aunt and mentor to many and a foster mom to many dogs.

Norma was a lifelong educator who spent her life as an explorer of the meaning of life. She loved to travel and had many experiences around the world. She started her early teaching career in Chicago, then relocated to the state of Michigan where she made an impact in the lives of others through education. First as a teacher, then through her many roles that included Principal and Director of Bilingual Education for Detroit Public Schools. Norma served as a mentor to many, and she was many times recognized for her tenacity to take an idea and make it a reality; from simply extending a helping hand to someone in need, to starting a charter school, she did it.

Norma will be remembered by her radiant smile that welcomed many friends into her fold and for her benevolence towards those in need. Norma would want us to be kind to one another, plant trees, take care of animals, fight the good fights, travel, and enjoy life.

Arrangements entrusted to the care of Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice. 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com

NILA ELAINE HUDNUT

Nila Elaine Hudnut, a loving mother, grandmother, great grandmother, great great grandmother, and friend, passed away surrounded by loved ones September 9, 2024, at the age of 85. She leaves behind a legacy of love, fiestiness, and warmth that will be deeply missed. Born on October 24, 1938 to Daisy and Leroy Livingston, Nila spent her life spreading joy to all those around her. Her infectious smile, rambunctious spirit, and generous heart touched countless lives, and her presence made every day brighter.

Nila is preceded in death by seven of her siblings, her beloved husband Ray Junior Hudnut, her loving son Lonnie Hudnut, and her favorite dogs Pepi and Lacey. She is survived by two of her children, Rhea and Darrin, her siblings Teddy Jo and Ricky Jean, along with dozens of grandchildren, great grandchildren, and great great grandchildren. Her memory will be cherished by all who knew her, and her love and unending strength will continue to inspire and guide her family in the days ahead. Rest in peace, gram. Your love and light will never fade.

Cremation Rites were accorded and arrangements entrusted to care of Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice. 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com

NINA E. KENDRA

Nina E. Kendra (nee Glodek), of Palos Heights, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 19, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

She was the beloved wife of the late Edward Kendra; loving mother of Richard Kendra, Gerald( Jeanette) Kendra and the late Thomas (Lisa) Kendra; stepmother of Denise (the late John) Yonkers; cherish grandmother of Nadia, Victoria, Zachary and Kyle Kendra; step grandmother of Gianna and Gabriella Voltolina; proud great-grandmother of Robert Dawson-Kendra; dearest sister of Irene(the late Marion) of Poland, dear aunt of Dorotka Felinski.

Services were held September 23 at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 Southwest Highway, Palos Hills, to Sacred Heart Church. Interment Resurrection Cemetery.

FLORENCE L. “FLO” PAPRZYCKI

Florence L. “Flo” Paprzycki (nee Walowski) who graced this earth for 90 years, passed away peacefully, September 18, 2024 surrounded by her loving family. Flo was a lifelong resident of Chicago’s Bridgeport community and the proud owner of the Doghouse.

She was the beloved wife of the late Norbert Paprzycki; loving mother of Linda (Ken) Ejka, Diane (Ed) Machtemes, James Paprzycki and the late Michael Paprzycki; cherished grandmother to Ken Jr.(Kristin) Ejka, Christine (Tim) Fagan, Tori (Jake) Wright, Erica (Chris) Paprzycki, Matthew Machtemes and Zachary Paprzycki; adored great grandmother to Aaron Ejka, Michael and Sean Fagan and Emma and Lachlan Wright; dear sister to Geraldine (late Edward) Schremp, Thomas (Val) Walowski, Dale (Penny) Walowski and the late Aloysuis Walowski, late Dolores (late Pat)Burns, late William (Kathleen) Walowski. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held September 22 at Foran Funeral Home, 7300 W. Archer Ave. (55th street just west of Harlem). Visitation was held September 23 at the funeral home until time of Prayers. Procession from the funeral home to St. Daniel the Prophet Church for Mass. Flo was laid to rest next to her husband and son at Resurrection Cemetery. Please offer your condolences on her personal tribute website at www.foranfuneralhome.com

JAMES (JIM) V. RIGGS

James (Jim) V. Riggs, age 78, of Burbank, passed away September 11, 2024 at home with his loving wife of 55 years by his side.

Jim was born to James and Maxine in Indianapolis, Indiana on February 5, 1946. He spent his childhood growing up with his 3 siblings: Judy (Glen) Richardson, Suzie Fisher, and Larry (Carla) Riggs in the southern Indiana area. He attended Warren High School, where he had many friends and visited Indy to catch up on reunion weekends.

Jim was an Army Veteran, 1965-1969, where he served his years in Germany. He then met and married his now wife Gudrun of 55 years. After his duty was complete, he laid his roots and started a family in Indy where he became a telephone installer for Western Electric. Eventually, he transferred here to Chicago, where he made a new home and retired from TEK Systems. Jim loved to travel – loved Las Vegas and visiting family in Indy. The holiday season was his favorite time of the year. He had a great love for his children and was a member of the YMCA Indian Guides and coached baseball with his sons, and attended all the badminton tournaments for his daughter. Jim had a love for his grandkids. From attending Friday night football games for Joe and Jake, rooting them on for the big win, to gymnastics competitions for his girls Jess and Jenn, wondering what crazy stunts and skills they would attempt for the gold, and to the littlest of the bunch, Jaxson and Jameson that would fill his heart with their hugs and smiles.

He is survived by his wife Gudrun, and his children: Angela (Rodney), James (Carolina), Steven, Adam, and Sarah (Ryan). He is preceded in death by his father James, mother Maxine, brother Larry, and granddaughter Jenna. He was the best father, grandfather, mentor, friend, problem solver, role model, and leaves behind many. He will be forever in our hearts and memories.

Visitation was held September 16 at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice. For more information, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com

WLADYSLAW SZWAJNOS

Wladyslaw Szwajnos, age 80, passed away September 12, 2024.

Beloved husband of Maria Szwajnos (nee Rafacz); loving father of Jan Szwajnos; cherished son of the late Agnieszka (nee Tylka) and the late Jan Szwajnos; dear brother of Anna (the late Jozef) Sroka, Jozef (the late Helena) Szwajnos, Stanislaw Szwajnos, Andrzej (the late Rozalia) Szwajnos, the late Jan (Zofia) Szwajnos and the late Maria Szwajnos-Rohrbaugh. Also survived by nieces, nephews, relatives and friends.

Visitation was held September 18 at Damar-Kaminski Funeral Home & Crematorium, 7861 S. 88th Avenue, Justice. Funeral was held September 19, Prayers and procession from the funeral home to Our Lady Mother of the Church Polish Mission, 116 Hilton Street, Willow Springs, for Mass. Interment, Cmentarz Parafialny, Ciche, Poland. For more information, 708-496-0200 or www.kaminskifamilyfuneralhomes.com

TRINIDAD J. VARGAS

Trinidad J. Vargas, age 90, longtime resident of Summit, passed away September 13, 2024.

He was the beloved husband of Herlinda (nee Huerta); loving father of Marielina (Margarito) Valero, Rene (Veronica) Vargas and Gabriel Vargas; proud grandfather of Daniel, Diego, Gabriel Jr., Isamar, Eric and Alex; dear brother of Brisa Vargas and the late Jesus, late Benjamin, late Jacinto, late Audela, late Paula, late Esther and late Otilia. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation was held September 17 at Foran Funeral Home. Visitation was held September 18 at the funeral home until time of Prayers. Procession from the funeral home to St. Blasé Church for a Mass of Christian Burial. Trinidad was laid to rest at Resurrection Cemetery.