Remembering Those We Lost In 2018

CHICAGO - A boxing legend, the owner of the beloved Red's, a longtime BAPA leader, a young Chicago firefighter and neighborhood bartender were just some of the many great people the neighborhoods of Beverly, Morgan Park and Mount Greenwood lost in 2018.

Here we take a look back at these lives and what made them so unique and important in the make-up of the fabric of our community.

Father Purtell, Retired St. John Fisher Pastor, Dies

Father Purtell was the pastor at St. John Fisher in West Beverly from 1984 until his retirement in 2003, when he became pastor emeritus.

Bicycle Bill, A Fixture In Mt. Greenwood, Dies

The Mount Greenwood neighborhood remembers William "Bicycle Bill" Vogler, who was often seen riding his bike down 111th Street.

Sue Delves, 1st Female BAPA Leader, Was 'Crusader For Diversity'

Sue Delves, who led the neighborhood's integration and the first female president of the Beverly Area Planning Association, has died.

Ryne Kinsella, Chicago Firefighter, Loved And Remembered By Many

The loss of a Chicago firefighter hits close to home in Mount Greenwood.

Dick Carparelli, Longtime Beverly Country Club Pro, Dies At 100

Dick Carparelli, who had been affiliated with the Beverly Country Club and the PGA since the 1940's, has died at age 100.

Remembering Jack Casto, Longtime Owner/Bartender At Ken's

Friends and co-workers of Jack Casto at Ken's Restaurant remember how the unique man "treated everyone like gold."

Married 55 Years, Couple Dies Hours Apart

For Tom and Dolores Smith, who died hours apart after 55 years of marriage, their love story was eternal.

Frank Cunningham, Owner Of Red's Drive-In, Dies

The owner of the beloved Reds Drive-In at 111th and Artesian has died. Frank "Hot Dog" Cunningham was 90.

Martin McGarry, Beverly Boxing Legend, Dies

Martin McGarry was a South Side boxing legend who founded the McGarry Boxing Club out of his garage in Beverly.

Walter Pilditch Remembered As Dedicated Church Leader, Educator

Walter Pilditch was a lifelong Beverly resident, high school principal and leader at St. Paul's Bible Church.