Coroner Identifies Man Killed In Storm Sewer Entrapment In Downers Grove

One man was killed when he was trapped in a storm sewer he was working on in Downers Grove amid Monday's storm.

Obituary: Terrence M. Kornaus

Retired Accountant with Henry Pratt Co., in Aurora passes away at age 72.

Obituary: Barbara M. Cirko

Barbara M. Cirko, age 91,of Downers Grove.

Obituary: Warren J. Boehm

Warren was a retired Indian Head Park Police officer, who never stopped working.

Barbara A. Franks

Resident of Downers Grove

Laura Van Vooren, 67, of Naperville, IL, formerly of Downers Grove

Laura Van Vooren, 67, of Naperville, IL, formerly of Downers Grove, IL, passed away on Monday July 31, 2023.

Obituary: Henry M. Kiertscher

In his free time, he was an avid model train enthusiast and lover of classic 1960s rock. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him.

Public Works Employee Dies Fixing Burst Water Main In Westmont

Matt Heiden, who had worked for Westmont since 2019, became trapped underground while fixing a broken water main Thursday.

Obituary: Robert Bajek

Bob will be remembered for being a gentleman in the truest sense of the word. Everyone who knew him described him as a wonderful man.

Wrester Lanny Poffo, Who Attended Downers Grove North, Dead At 68

"Leaping" Lanny Poffo, also billed as "The Genius," was the brother of "Macho Man" Randy Savage and son of wrestler Angelo Poffo.

Rion A. Goyette, Beloved Downers Grove Resident, Dies At 78

Rion Goyette, 78, died Jan. 19 at his home in Downers Grove.

Obituary: Jean Goosinow

Her days were spent busy with gardening and redecorating the family home as long as her beloved Cubs weren’t scheduled to play.

Obituary: Joseph Matthew Lugo

Active duty Soldier with the United States Army passes away at the age of 30.

Peter S. Nania

Peter S. Nania, passed away peacefully at the age of 91, on October 23, 2021.

Obituary: Margaret L. Lovingfoss

The beloved mother, mother-in-law, grandma and great-grandma was known for her sense of humor and was an avid golfer.

Obituary: Donald J. Pratl

A proud veteran of the U.S. Army passes away at 85.

Obituary: Earl L. Fromm Sr.

Earl took great pride in helping people and was admired for the way he always gave of himself.

Beverly Ann Spada (nee Dougherty), 78

Beverly Ann Spada (nee Dougherty), 78, of Sugar Grove, died Dec. 12.

Obituary: Jay D. Richie

A proud veteran of the United States Navy and the Naval Reserves passes away at 77.

Obituary: Jay D. Richie

A proud veteran of the United States Navy and the Naval Reserves passes away at 77.

Obituary: Carol Ann Wilda

A longtime resident of Crest Hill has passed away at the age of 83.

Obituary: Evelyn Cohen-Nystad

Longtime Downers Grove and Joliet resident passed away at the age of 96.

Obituary: Gardenia C. Moser

Gardenia was a very devoted wife, mother, and grandmother.

Obituary: Christine E. Engelmann

Chris loved volunteering her time for many of her children's activities.

Obituary: Athan J. "A.J." Economides

Commercial photographer and dedicated Kiwanian, A.J. was also a long-time member of All Saints Greek Orthodox Church and the Ahepa Society

Obituary: Priscilla M. Curran

One of the founding educators of JJC North Campus, taught at JJC, Joliet Township High Schools, and Freeport High School throughout her life

Jayne A. McNamee, 99, Formerly Of Downers Grove

Jayne A. McNamee (nee Lichtenauer) age 99 of Inverness, IL, formerly of Downers Grove,passed away August 30, 2019.

David Alan Meilbeck: June 18, 1938 - Sept. 3, 2019

A celebration of life is scheduled for 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Saturday, September 14th, 2019 at McDonald Farm’s Clow House.

Obituary: Lois K. Demos

Lois' passions in life were singing, attending her grandchildren's sporting events, near and far, as well as gardening.

Obituary: Michael R. Conway, Sr.

Loving father, grandfather and brother passes away peacefully at the age of 80.

Obituary: Donna R. Hausser

Donna tried her hand at numerous creative pursuits over the years, including painting, sewing, knitting, craft making and cake decorating.

Obituary: Maryann F. Havranek

Maryann loved the holidays and will be remembered for her baking.

Obituary: Kenneth T. Lister

Police Officer with the Downers Grove Police Department and Plainfield resident passes away unexpectedly.

Obituary: Austin P. Hoard

He will be remembered fondly as possessing an adventurous spirit, many friendships he cherished, and an outspoken personality.

Obituary: Melissa V. Campbell

Melissa was a loving and devoted mother to her son, Jaxson. She loved taking him to the park and watching him play.

Sheila Marie Guenzer, nee Burke, age 72

Sheila is survived by her husband of 49 years, Peter M. Guenzer, and her daughters, Lisa, Laura, and Sarah.

Beth Dunlap 18 Fund To Benefit Underprivileged Volleyball Players

The trust fund aims to do 18 things a year that will benefit underprivileged volleyball players.

Obituary: Sister Mary Catherine Uchman, OSF (Camille)

Sister Mary Catherine was a member of the Sisters of St. Francis of Mary Immaculate for 64 years.

In Memory Of Tracie Borfitz Catino, 52

Tracie Borfitz Catino loved spending "every waking moment with her grandsons."

Visitation, Funeral Set For State Trooper Fatally Hit On I-294

Illinois State Trooper Christopher Lambert, 34, is survived by his wife and one-year-old daughter.