Visitations

In Loving Memory of Jim Look. It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jim Look, age 74, who passed away surrounded by family on Wednesday, February 5th. A devoted father, grandfather, brother, and long-time partner, Jim will be greatly missed by all who knew him. Born on March 8, 1950, Jim was a loving long-time partner of Naomi, lo...

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Therese M. Messuck Beloved wife of the late Michael L. Messuck; Devoted mother of Marie Messuck; Loving daughter of the late Nicholas and Christine Speziale; Dear sister of the late Michael (Camille) Speziale, late Nicholas (Philomena) Speziale, Mary (Richard) Pettineo, John Speziale, Robert (Laura) Speziale, Julie (James) Elliott, and Jeanne (Noe...

Joseph Thomas Platt, 16 years old of Elgin. Beloved son of Jason and Wendy Platt. Loving brother of Anthony, Alexis, Robert, Grace, and Thomas. Cherished grandson, nephew, cousin, friend and teammate. Psalm 118:19-21 Open for me the holy gates; that I may enter through them and give thanks to the LORD. This is the gate of the LORD; the righ...

Frank Daddino, born on September 3, 1942, passed away surrounded by love and family. He was a devoted father to Tiffany (Mike) Kalinka, Courtney LaShure, and Frankie (Tish) Daddino and the proud grandfather of Adrian Kalinka, Sebastian Kalinka, Benjamin Kalinka, April LaShure and Delany Daddino. His life was defined by his unwavering dedication to...

Jozef Czarnik, Age 88. Beloved husband of Maria (nee Kuczek). Loving father of Alice (Waclaw) Ptak, Miro Czarnik, Richard (Jill) Czarnik and Jozef (Beata Felker) Czarnik. Cherished grandfather of Michael and Ashley Ptak, Nicholas Czarnik, Joey Czarnik. Dear brother of the late Jan, Aniela and Zofia. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews....

Belarmino "Minito" Sagols, lovingly known as "Bel" to friends and "Minito" to his family, peacefully departed this world, leaving behind a legacy of love, laughter, and resilience. A man of immense warmth and kindness, Minito was a beacon of joy to everyone fortunate enough to know him. Minito brought magic to every Christmas as Santa Claus, spr...

Pietro Gnoni age 89, loving husband, father and nonno, passed on January 25, 2025. Pietro was born in Carbonara Italy where he lived until 1973 when he moved to the United States with his wife Lucrezia and two daughters. He enjoyed spending most his time with family and friends. In retirement he spent half his time traveling between Florida and Il...

Antonio Salerno, Age 85. Beloved husband of Josephine (nee Perna). Devoted father of Dino (Adriana), Lisa (Charles) Jurkus and Robert (Nicole) Salerno. Loving son of the late Rosario and Francesca Salerno. Adored nonno of Dionna, Anthony, Alyssa, Michael, Olivia, Antonio, Alexa, Robert and GianLuca. Dear brother of the late Vince (late Ida), the la...

Stephanie Ann (Kowalchuk) Mitura, Age 64. Beloved mother of Anthony and Joseph (Nicole) Mitura and Stephen Colangelo. Loving daughter of the late Charles and Elizabeth Kowalchuk. Devoted sister of Mary Ann (Kowalchuk) Byrne, the late Margaret Fleming, the late Mary Johnson, the late Edward John and the late William John. Dearest grandmother to Mar...

Valentino Giuseppe Zaffina, August 05, 1930 – January 20, 2025 Valentino Giuseppe Zaffina passed away peacefully in his home on January 20, 2025 at the age of 94 surrounded by his loving family. Beloved husband of 65 years to Teresa, nee Giudice. Devoted father to Giovanna, Rose (Sebastian Trojanowski), Lisa (Rich Johnson) and Sandra (Garyn Co...

Frances Butera, a beloved mother, nonna, aunt, and friend, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 21, 2025. Her family and friends will remember her kind-heartedness, she always found joy in bringing people together and filling their lives with warmth, laughter, and delicious food. Frances had a passion for cooking, and her kitchen was the hea...

James "Jim" Pavino Devoted father of Jodie (Joey) Colucci and Jimmy Pavino; Loving son of the late Paul and Mary (nee Alaimo) Pavino; Dear brother of Michael Pavino, the late Joseph, the late Paul, late Emilio "Tony", late Frank, late Patricia, late Anne, late Josephine, late Salvatore, late Carmel and the late Mario; Adored Papa of Marianna "Mase...

William "Bill" Schmars, Born in Aurora, IL on January 18, 1971 and passed away on December 31, 2024 Beloved husband of Debra Boly-Schmars; Loving son of Ronald and Arlene Schmars; Dear brother of Deborah (Steve) Amella and Linda (Mike) Herman; Cherished nephew of Judy (Jim) Choske; Fond uncle of Kevin, Andrew, Nicole, Jeremy and great uncle of Jul...

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