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Frank R. Burens, a dedicated Lieutenant with the Chicago Fire Department’s Haz Mat unit, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, December 27, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Frank R. Burens, a devoted lieutenant of the Chicago Fire Department’s Hazmat Unit, passed away peacefully at home on Friday, December 27, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. He was 68. Born in [insert birthplace and date], Mr. Burens dedicated his career to ensuring the safety of his community, earning the admiration of his colleagues […]

Irene Yore (née Weber), 94, a former longtime resident of Palos Heights, passed away on Monday, Dec. 23, 2024.

Raymond H. Simon, 100, of Palos Heights, died peacefully on Dec. 23, 2024, surrounded by his family.

Louis “Gino” Di Crescenzo, 74, passed away surrounded by family on Dec. 24, 2024, in Chicago. He was born on Nov. 7, 1950, in Guardiagrele, Italy, and was a loving husband, father, nonno, brother, and son who touched the lives of everyone he met.

John “Coachie” Bernard Sintich, 78, died at home on December 11, 2024.

Jack Robles, 70, passed away peacefully on Sunday, Dec. 22, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Darwin Ray Blake, 87, a longtime resident of Summit, Illinois, and formerly of Palos Park, passed away peacefully at home on Friday morning, Dec. 20, 2024, surrounded by his loving family.

Rafael Murillo, 85, of Chicago, passed away on Dec. 5, 2024. He was born on July 8, 1939, and will be remembered as a cherished family member and friend.