Category: Tributes

Douglas C. “Doug” Gehrling Sr. of Crown Point, Indiana. He was 60.

Rimon Rezkallah Rezko, a devoted family man known for his quick wit and genuine interest in those around him, died Sunday, May 10, 2026, after a short battle with cancer. He was 68.

Stephanie E. “Taffi” Ptaszkowski died peacefully early Sunday morning, May 10, 2026.

Elizabeth H. Shepler died Friday morning, May 8, 2026, with her family at her side.

Mary Popp, who died Thursday night, May 7, 2026, with her family at her side, was remembered by those close to her as a woman of quiet strength who cherished family gatherings at a lake house in Indiana and found joy in the companionship of her dogs.

Carmella Josephine Domovich, a Chicago resident who was preceded in death by her husband of many years, died Thursday, May 7, 2026. She was 94.

Malgorzata Kozicki, a devoted wife and mother, died May 4. She was 44.

Mark Obrochta, a Chicago native known for his infectious humor, generous spirit and ability to make ordinary moments memorable, died April 30. He was 56.

William J. “Bill” Kane, an Air Force veteran and elevator mechanic who was known for his storytelling and infectious sense of humor, died May 4. He was 83.

Kathleen M. Hesser, a devoted educator who spent 22 years in service at Midwestern University, died. She was 74.