All Obituaries

Arnold Toni, Jr. age 72 of Highland Park passed away on Tuesday, April 23, 2024 at the Warren Park Health and Living Center, Chicago. He was born November 11, 1951 in Lake Forest, Illinois to Arnold and Laura (Amidei) Toni. He grew up in Highwood, and then Highland Park. He attended St. James Elementary School, Carmel High School, class of 1969, Kendall College and graduated from Loyola University with a degree in Business. He was active in the Highwood Civil Defense and also became a...

Remedios R. Cruz, age 78 of Skokie passed away on Monday, April 22, 2024 in Evanston, Illinois. She was born December 21, 1945 in Manila, Philippines to the union Elpido and Ambrocia (Ramos) Cruz. She immigrated to the United States in 1975 for a better life.  Remedios always had a smile, her passion was music, especially music she could dance to which besides cooking were her favorite things to do. Beloved wife of the late Carmelito. Loving mother of Geraldine Villamil of Skokie...

Sandra Lynne Dever, age 83 of Deerfield passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2024 in Highwood, Illinois. She was born December 2, 1940 in Lake Forest, Illinois to the union of George J. and Lena M. (Tollefson) Hensel. Raised in Lake Forest, Illinois she was a graduate of Lake Forest High School, class of 1959. She attended cosmetology school and worked as a cosmetologist and hair stylist. She worked at the Bannockburn School as a library assistant and retired after 27 years at Fort Sheridan and...

Daniel Genaro Ramirez, age 42 affectionately known as Danny, passed away on Friday, April 19, 2024, leaving behind a legacy of love, courage, and resilience. Born on September 14, 1981 in Chicago, to Francisco and Bonnie (Massey) Ramirez. Danny touched the lives of many with his warmth and kindness. Throughout his life, Danny found solace and purpose in his family. He is survived by his devoted wife, Susana Guerrero, his children, Antonio, Nathan, Ximena Ramirez, and granddaughter Giulietta...

Bruce David Pagnoni, age 69 of Chicago passed away Tuesday evening April 16, 2024 at the Peterson Park Health Care Center after a long illness. He was born April 19, 1954 in Chicago to the union of Eugene and Raquel (Segura) Pagnoni. He would have been 70 on the 19th of April and will be remembered for his sense of humor and laughter. Loving father of Jason and Elise, cherished life partner of Pam, fond grandfather of Mia and Angelo and dear brother of Linda, Mary Jean...

Robert Joseph Higgins, 84, of Grayslake, IL passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 9, 2024.  He was born September 29, 1939 in Chicago, IL and the youngest of five children born from the blessed marriage of John and Charlotte Higgins. Bob was a veteran of the United States Army Sp 4, Com Ed Crew Leader for 35 yrs, member of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, volunteer for hospice, minister of care, eucharistic minister, usher and member of home school at St...

Kaitlyn Marie Pellettiere Krastev March 14, 1998 - March 31, 2024 CELEBRATION OF LIFE Our beloved Katie - devoted wife, granddaughter, daughter, sister, cousin, and friend. Katie impacted everyone she knew with her contagious smile, big personality, and pure love.  Katie was unapologetically herself, and she dedicated her life to lifting others up.  We are crushed by our loss.  We will never forget her fiery and beautiful spirit. Most importantly, Katie loved her husband...

Ramon L. Ruona of Northbrook, IL passed away on Easter Sunday, March 31, 2024, at the age of 88 in Highland Park, IL. He was born on April 17, 1935, in Sturgis, South Dakota to Emil and Rebecca (Merritt) Ruona. Ray is preceded in death by his son Michael Merritt Ruona and survived by His wife Arlene and son Matthew daughter in-law Kellye, nieces, nephews, and his grandchildren. Ray served 4 years in the US Army and US Army Reserves.  After his discharge from the US Army, he...

Larry Eugene Barton Sr., age 75 of Beach Park, Illinois passed away Saturday, March 30, 2024 at Vista Medical Center East in Waukegan surrounded by his family. He was born September 19, 1948 in Indianapolis, Indiana. He served in the United States Marine Corps,  Vietnam Era. He worked many years at the Anne Kiley Center, drove taxi, and was an over-the-road semi-driver. He was preceded in death by his parents Cloy and Vivian Barton, brothers James and Dennis Barton, and grandson Cory...

Jacqueline R. Walker passed away on March 24, 2024, at the age of 85 in Highland Park, IL. She was born on February 18, 1939, in Sant' Anna Pelago Modena, Italy to the union of Angelo and Ida (Ori) Bernardi. Jacqueline was a dedicated registered nurse before pursuing her masters in psychology, where she utilized her expertise to help countless patients. She was a woman who stayed true to herself and her love for family. Jacqueline found joy in travel, movies, games, and spontaneity....