It is with much sadness that we announce the passing of Patrick Ryan Carone on Thursday, January 1, 2026. He was the loving son of Patrick and Catherine Ryan Carone. Much loved brother of Catherine (Kyle) Lewis and Michael (Ellie) Carone. Dear uncle to Cate, Maddy, Molly, and Danny. Loving grandson of Catherine and the late John Ryan, and the late Joseph and the late Celeste Carone. Patrick will be remembered dearly by his many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
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Jesse H. Rodriguez, 95
Jesse H. Rodriguez passed away peacefully on Monday, December 29, 2025, with his loving family at his side. He was the beloved husband for 64 years to Mary Puente Rodriguez. Cherished father of Gabriel (Kathryn) Rodriguez and Lisa (John) Guzman. Dear brother of Jose (late Socorro) Rodriguez; the late Ismel (late Florence) Rodriguez; the late Gilbert (late Helen) Herrera; and the late Magdalena and Bulmaro Corral. Jesse will be remembered fondly by his many nieces and nephews, as well as his brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law.
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Salvador Romo
Salvador Romo passed away Wednesday morning, December 31, 2025, with his loving family at his side. He was the beloved husband of Maria Martha Romo for 28 years. Devoted father of David Salvador Romo and Diego deJesus Romo. Much-loved brother of six sisters and three brothers, and uncle to many nieces and nephews. Salvador will be missed by his many sisters-in-law, brothers-in-law, and friends. He was preceded in death by his parents, Antonio and Teresa Romo.
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Evelyn M. Califfe Kazelas
Evelyn M. Califfe Kazelas passed away on December 16, 2025. She was the beloved wife of the late Denis Kazelas. Cherished daughter of the late Edward and Mary (née Weglarz) Sergot. Fond sister of Patricia (late Patrick) Collins. Dear aunt of Mark and Mike Collins.
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Cindy S. Wendel, 52
Cindy S. Wendel, nee Joens, passed away on December 16, 2025, at the age of 52.
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Zbigniew “Ziggy” Szczepanowski, 66
Zbigniew “Ziggy” Szczepanowski passed away on December 25, 2025, at the age of 66.
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Jozef Pezdek, 75
Jozef Pezdek passed away peacefully surrounded by his family in Chicago on December 24, 2025, at the age of 75. He was born on September 26, 1950, in Jabłonka, Poland. His journey carried him from his homeland to Chicago, where he built a life defined by dedication to family, warmth, and generosity.
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Palos Park loses civic champion Muriel Benz at 102
Muriel Benz, 102, devoted decades to the Palos Park Woman’s Club, leaving a lasting legacy of service and community pride.