Obituaries in Schaumburg, IL

With heavy hearts, we mourn the loss of Mary Brinckerhoff, a beloved mother and grandmother, who passed away on January 5, 2026.Mary was born on October 1, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois, to John and Marguerite (née Sexton) Meegan. She was the seventh of eight children: Peter, Margaret, Jack, Joanne, Pa...

Jaime "Jimmy" O. RafloresOctober 7, 1942 - December 30, 2025Jimmy was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend. His kindness, wisdom, and laughter touched the hearts of everyone who knew him. He will be deeply missed and forever cherished in our memories.A wake will be held on January 9, ...

Judith Ann (Palm) Hayes, age 81, of Prospect Heights, IL, passed away on Saturday morning, December 27, 2025. She was born on March 9, 1944, in Chicago, to the late Harold J. “Bud” Palm and Catherine M. (O’Connor) Palm. She graduated from St. Francis High School in Wheaton.Judy spent 16 years workin...

It is with sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Marilene Epstein, who left us on December 21, 2025, at the age of 94.Born on August 20, 1931, in St. Ansgar, IA, along with her twin sister, Adelene (Addie) Flowers. Marilene was a St. Ansgar High School graduate.Being the youngest of f...

With profound sorrow and broken hearts, we announce the unexpected passing of our beloved son, husband, brother, cousin, nephew and friend, who was born on June 26, 1990, and died on December 22, 2025. His death was sudden and shocking, leaving a void that cannot be filled and a family forever fract...

Donna Mae Edwards, a devoted wife, loving mother and cherished friend passed away on December 17, 2025 surrounded by her family at the age of 72.She shared 52 wonderful years of marriage with her beloved husband, Fred that she met at the age of 16. Together they shared a lifetime of love commitment ...

Milo Hrvatin, 88, of Schaumburg, Illinois, died on December 19. Born in 1937 in Zgrada, Croatia, Milo built a life defined by family, loyalty, and quiet strength.He was preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary Lou Hrvatin (d. 2018), his brothers, Ralph Hrvatin and Joe Hrvatin, and his sister, Jos...

Stella Rott (née Engelbrecht), resident of Arlington, Texas, formerly of Schaumburg, Illinois, passed away on December 17th at home at the age of 92 years, forever joining her beloved husband Stanley Rott, who passed away on November 1st at home at the age of 94 years.Stella and Stanley spent their ...

In Loving Memory: Russell WuRussell Alex Wu, 81, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and devoted Chicago sports fan, passed away peacefully at his home in South Barrington, Illinois, on Saturday, December 13, 2025.Born in Shanghai and raised in Taiwan, Russell was lovingly cared for by his paren...

Kathy Dianne Michael, nee Vandermeulen, 75, of Hoffman Estates, IL. She is the loving wife of James Michael, loving mother of Matthew Abell and loving grandmother of 6.A memorial celebration of life service will be held at a later date. In lieu of flowers donations will be appreciated to the America...

Fred K. Howe, Jr., age 98, of Schaumburg. Beloved husband of the late Anna Howe nee Savino. Loving father of David Howe. Devoted son of the late Fred & Rosalie Howe. Dear brother of Jonathan “Jon” (Lois) Howe. Caring uncle to many nieces and nephews.Visitation Thursday, February 5, 2026 from 1...

In Loving Memory of Tom ShafferThomas Shaffer, 80, of Hoffman Estates, Illinois, passed away on January 25, 2026. He was born and raised in Madison, Wisconsin. Tom was married to the love of his life, Dorothea, for 55 years.He is survived by his wife, two siblings, 4 children, 7 grandchildren, and m...