Obituaries

Barbara Ann Lechowicz

Barbara Ann Lechowicz

Dec 9, 2023

Barbara Ann Lechowicz passed away on December 9, 2023. A visitation for Barbara will be held on Friday, December 15th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Blessed Sacrament Parish located at 3745 S. Paulina St, Chicago, 60609. Funeral Mass at 11:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Justice, IL. For more information call The Sourek Funeral Home at 708-652-6661.

Luis Eduardo Prieto

Luis Eduardo Prieto

Dec 9, 2023

In loving memory of Luis Prieto, who passed away on December 9, 2023, leaving behind a legacy of love, strength, and joy. Luis was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend. Luis shared an enduring and loving companionship of 48 years with his cherished wife, Rosa Prieto. Together, they built a life filled with warmth, laughter, and unwavering support....

Jesus Moya Muñoz

Jesus Moya Muñoz

Dec 8, 2023

Jesus Moya Muñoz passed away on December 8, 2023 at the age of 56. A visitation for Jesus will be on Friday, December 15th from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. at The Sourek Manor Funeral Home, 5645 W 35th St, Cicero. A funeral Mass will be held on Saturday December 16th, at 9:30 a.m. St Anthony Church. Interment Queen Of...

Mario Picedo

Mario Picedo

Nov 27, 2023

Mario Piceno passed away on November 27, 2023, at the age of 38. Private services. For more information call The Sourek Funeral Home at 708-652-6661.

Efren Chiao Kun

Efren Chiao Kun

Nov 25, 2023

Efren Chiao Kun passed away on November 25, 2023, at the age of 85. Private services. For more information call The Sourek Funeral Home at 708-652-6661.

Christina Grodek

Christina Grodek

Nov 12, 2023

 

Christina Zaragoza Grodek  

Aug 7, 1961 - Nov 12, 2023

 

Husband: Jeff Grodek

Parents: Dinah & Pedro Zaragoza

Siblings: Pete Zaragoza (June Gatch), Linda Zaragoza Jaracz (Rick Jaracz)

Nephews & Niece: Bruce Madurzak (Natalie Wellhausen), Lisa Zaragoza (Noel Jacob) and little baby girl, projected due date 12/7/23, Peter Zaragoza (Megan King)

Great Friends: Sue Trevino-Almendarez, Maggie Rook, Sue...

Marian A. Zator

Marian A. Zator

Nov 11, 2023

Marian A. Zator (nee Rusnak) wife of the late Charles Zator. Beloved daughter of Marie (nee Mackowiak) and Anthony Rusnak. Loving sister of the late Florian (Helen) Rusnak, the late Gloria (Henry) Bartkowski, and the late Anthony (Dolores) Rusnak. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. A visitation for Marian will be on Thursday, November 16, 2023 from 8 to...

Hugo Gallardo Jr.

Hugo Gallardo Jr.

Nov 4, 2023

Hugo Gallardo Jr. passed away on November 4, 2023, at the age of 19. Private services. For more information call The Sourek Funeral Home at 708-652-6661.

Juanita De Avila Leaños

Juanita De Avila Leaños

Oct 20, 2023

A visitation for Juanita will be held on Tuesday, October 24th from 3 to 8 p.m. at The Sourek Manor Funeral Home, 5645 W. 35th St., Cicero. On Wednesday October 25th a visitation will be held from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. at the funeral home to St. Mary of Czestochowa Church for 10:00 a.m. Mass. Interment Queen of Heaven Cemetery,...

Patricia Ann Danicek

Patricia Ann Danicek

Oct 19, 2023

Patricia A. Danicek nee Smulski,  78, Passed away peacefully at her home with her children by her side. Beloved wife of the late Frank, loving mother of Billie and Christopher Danicek, fond sister of Diane McCarthy née Smulski, Chester Smulski(late), Dennis(Laura) Smulski and Kenneth(Patty)Smulski. Private cremation on Friday, October 20th. To honor her great love for her dogs, donations can...

Jean Nowaczyk

Jean Nowaczyk

Oct 16, 2023

 

100 year old Jean Nowaczyk was born on October 30, 1922, as God’s great gift of love. She passed away peacefully at home just short of her 101st birthday. Jean is preceded in death by her compassionate husband, Floyd. Jean was the loving mother of Philip and Gregory (Carol). Cherished Grandmother of Janelle, Dennis (Jennifer), and Matthew (Alexandria). Caring...

Baltazar Jr. Gonzalez

Baltazar Jr. Gonzalez

Oct 14, 2023

Baltazar Jr. Gonzalez passed away on October 14, 2023, at the age of 24. Private services. For more information call The Sourek Funeral Home at 708-652-6661.

Leonard S. Rutka

Leonard S. Rutka

Oct 10, 2023

Leonard S. Rutka, 80 of Cicero died on Oct. 10, 2023. Born on June 2, 1943 in Chicago, IL. Lenny was a police officer for the Town of Cicero for 25 years. He was also the Chief of Police for Morton College as well as a Criminal Justice Instructor. Lenny has numerous Certificates of Achievements from his law enforcement career....

Dennis Martinez

Dennis Martinez

Sep 30, 2023

Dennis Martinez passed away on September 30, 2023, at the age of 33. Private services. For more information call The Sourek Funeral Home at 708-652-6661.

Zenaida Garcia Guerrero

Zenaida Garcia Guerrero

Sep 25, 2023

Zenaida Garcia Guerrero passed away on September 25, 2023, at the age of 62. Visitation for Zenaida will be on Thursday, September 28, 2023, from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. For more information call The Sourek Funeral Home at 708-652-6661.

 

Zenaida Garcia Guerrero fallecio el 25 de Septiembre 2023, a la edad de 62 años. Visita Funebre para Zenaida es...

Mariana Luvianos

Mariana Luvianos

Sep 22, 2023

Mariana Luvianos passed away on September 22, 2023, at the age of 71. Visitation for Mariana will be on Tuesday, September 26, 2023, from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. For more information call The Sourek Funeral Home at 708-652-6661.

 

Mariana Luvianos fallecio el 22 de Septiembre 2023, a la edad de 71 años. Visita Funebre para Mariana es el Martes,...

Juan Gonzalez Mendoza

Juan Gonzalez Mendoza

Sep 21, 2023

Juan Gonzalez mendoza passed away on September 21, 2023, at the age of 64. Visitation for Juan will be on Friday, September 29, 2023, from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. For more information call The Sourek Funeral Home at 708-652-6661.

 

Juan Gonzalez Mendoza fallecio el 21 de Septiembre 2023, a la edad de 64 años. Visita Funebre para Juan es...

Connie Knackstedt

Connie Knackstedt

Sep 19, 2023

 

Consuela “Connie” Cecilia Knackstedt, née Navarro passed away peacefully on September 19, 2023. Connie joined her loving husband Henry in heaven on his birthday. She also joined her parents, Lee and Maria Navarro and six of her siblings. Connie is survived by her children Michelle Goscicki (Michael) and Henry Knackstedt Jr. (Shannon). Her four grandchildren, Christopher (Amanda), James (Jamie),...

Barbara Kulaga

Barbara Kulaga

Sep 18, 2023

Barbara Kulaga nee, Dutkiewicz age 87 of Cicero, IL. Beloved wife of late John. Loving mother of Cathy Holmes, Michael (Andi), Paul (Mary), Brian (Louise), Tom (Anne), John Jr. (Colleen), Ann Twomey and Mark (Jenn). Dear grandmother of 18. Fond sister of late Thomas and late Maryann. Aunt of many nieces and nephews. A lifelong member of St. Mary of...

Raquel Soto

Raquel Soto

Sep 12, 2023

Raquel Soto passed away on September 12, 2023, at the age of 75. Visitation for Raquel will be on Thursday, September 14, 2023, from 3:00 to 8:00 p.m. For more information call The Sourek Funeral Home at 708-652-6661.

 

Raquel Soto fallecio el 12 de Septiembre 2023, a la edad de 75 años. Visita Funebre para Raquel es el Jueves,...