Valerie R. Hirschboeck
June 07, 1918 - January 13, 2004
Chicago, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM January 14, 2004 at Foran Funeral Home
Valerie R. Hirschboeck,nee Gilhooley. Beloved Wife of the late Clarence. Loving Mother of Dennis (Jackie) Hirschboeck, Bernie (Paulette) Hirschboeck, David (Stephanie) Hirschboeck, Karen (Rich) Korbas, Denise (John) Hynek and Gayle (Kevin) Healy. Dearest Grandmother of Cindy and Michael Hirschboeck, John nad Steven Hynek, Sean and Kelly Hirschboeck, Jennifer (Mark) Witzke, Amy (Kris) Graft, Christine Mabrito, Dennis (Jessica), Rebecca, Johanna and Peter Hirschboeck and Kevin, Katie and Kyle Healy. Dearest Great Grandmother of Mason, Aiden, Collin, Christian, Megan and Molly. Fond Sister of the late Jack and Rose Gilhooley. Funeral is Thursday, January 15, 2004 at 9 AM from the funeral home to St. Rene Goupil Church located at 64th & New England Avenue, Chicago, Illinois for a 9:30 AM Mass of Christian Burial. Interment is Resurrection Cemetery located at 7201 South Arhcer Road, Justice, Ilinois. In lieu of Flowers, Memorials to St. Patrick Residence would be appreciated.

Frances Anna Thomsen
February 26, 1928 - January 13, 2004
Chicago, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM January 15, 2004 at Foran Funeral Home
Frances Anna Thomsen, De More, on January 13, 2004 our Beloved Mother, Wife and Lala passed away at the age of 75. Frances was Married to Bill for 53 years and is Devoted and Loving Mother to her three Sons, William Jr. (Jan), James and Robert C.P.D. (Jennifer) Thomsen. She is the Loving Lala of three Grandchildren,(Her Pride and Joy) Ryan, Bobby and Allison. Frances was born on Februray 26, 1928 to Anna and Frank De More. She is the Sister of Vickie (the late Bob) Lavdadio, Gloria (the late Larry) Christiansen, the late John (the late Mary) De More, the late George (the late Rundy) De More, the late Tina (the late Daniel) Latesto, the late Sara (the late John) Butitta, the late Tony and Frank De More. She will be Dearly missed by many Nieces and Nephews and her Many Friends. Frances was a stay at home Mom who believed that being a Great Mother was not only an Honor but a Privelege, and it showed in her boys. Her children and grandchildren were the light of her life. We will love her forever and always. In lieu of flowers, Donations made to the Juvenile Diabetes Association would be appreciated. Funeral is Friday, January 16, 2004 at 9 AM from the funeral home to St. Rene Goupil Church located at 64th & New England Avenue, Chicago, Illinois for a 9:30 AM Mass of Christian Burial. Interment is Resurrection Cemetery located at 7201 South Archer Road, Justice, Illinois.

Linda Kosiarek
February 26, 1951 - January 12, 2004
Lyons, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM January 16, 2004 at Foran Funeral Home
Linda Kosiarek, nee Harter. Beloved Wife of David. Loving Mother of Susan (Kevin) Deal and Michael (Renee) Kosiarek. Loving Daughter of James and Mary,nee Brady, Harter. Daughter-in-law of Lillian and the late Frank Kosiarek. Fond Sister of Judy, James (Mary), Jerry and Joe Harter. Dearest Aunt and Great Aunt of Many Nieces and Nephews. Funeral Service is Saturday, January 17, 2004 at 10 AM at the funeral home. Interment is Resurrection Cemetery located at 7201 South Archer Road, Justice, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, Memorials to Lungevity, 4541 North Ravenswood, Suite 303, Chicago, Illinois 60640 or A.L.C.A.S.E. Uhit 78 P.O. Box 4800 Portland, Oregon, 97208-4800 would be appreciated. Linda was an Administrator for Labor Union Local # 225.

Edward J. Siska
August 26, 1921 - January 08, 2004
Justice, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM January 11, 2004 at Foran Funeral Home
Edward J. Siska, Army Veteran of World War II. Beloved Husband of the late Otillia, nee Pacyga. Loving Father of Cynthia (Robert) Metzger, Christine Mc Kinney and Edward J. (Marcia) Siska. Dearest Grandfather of 7. Fond Brother of Bernice (the late John) Vojtas, Lorraine (the late Edward) Nowak and the late Joseph (late Lee) Siska. Funeral is Monday, January 12, 2004 at 9:15 AM from the funeral home to St. Fabian Church located at 8300 South Thomas, Bridgeview, Illinois, for a 10 AM Mass of Christian Burial. Interment is Resurrection Cemetery located at 7201 South Archer Road, Justice, Illinois.

Christine E. Orlick
November 19, 1929 - January 06, 2004
Summit, Illinois
Visitation: 2 PM to 9 PM January 09, 2004 at Foran Funeral Home
Christine E. Orlick, nee Crosbie. Beloved Wife of the late Fred Joseph Orlick. Dearest Mother of Danny Orlick. Loving Grandmother of Nicole, Chad, Danny "D.J." Orlick. Great Grandmother of Kayla and Devyn. Funeral Saturday, January 10, 2004 at 9:30 AM from Foran Funeral Home, 7300 W. Archer Ave, (55th St. just west of Harlem) to St. Blase Church for a 10 AM Mass of Resurrection. Interment is Resurrection Cemetery located at 7201 South Archer Road, Justice, Illinois.

Mike L. Kronewitter
February 21, 1935 - January 05, 2004
Summit, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM January 08, 2004 at Foran Funeral Home
Mike L. Kronewitter, Member of National Guard, Beloved Husband of Faye Kronewitter. Loving Father of Deborah Halverson, Michelle (Martin) Irish, Michael Kronewitter, Merry (Tom) Lachowiez, Bill Smith and Julie (Nick) Ozyuk. Grandfather of 8. Great Grandfather of 4. Funeral Service at the funeral home on Friday, January 9, 2004 at 10:30 AM. Interment is Elmwood Cemetery located at 2905 Thatcher Road, River Grove, Illinois.

Joseph Czekala
March 15, 1918 - January 02, 2004
Summit, Illinois
Joseph "Bingy" Czekala, Army Veteran of World War II. Beloved Husband of the late Helen "Holly", nee Maryniak Czekala. Loving Father of Mary (Vito) Czekala Zaccaro, Joseph J. (Darlene) Czekala and Linda Czekala. Cherished Grandfather of Nicholas. Dear Uncle of Many Nieces and Nephews. Funeral is Tuesday, January 6, 2004 at 9:15 AM from the funeral home to St. Blase Church located at 6101 South 75th Avenue, Summit, Illinois for a 10 AM Mass of Christian Burial. Interment is Resurrection Cemetery located at 7201 South Archer Road, Justice, Illinois. Visitation will be Sunday, January 4, 2004 from 3PM to 9PM and Monday, January 5, 2004 from 2 PM to 9 PM. Mr. Czekala, "Bingy" was a prominent official in the Village of Summit for Many Years. He was Chairman of the Peoples Party of Summit for over 50 years. He was a Committeeman for Lyons Township for 12 years. In 1947 he served as Trustee for the Village of Summit for 4 years and in 1951 He was the Police Magistrate for 2 years. For 16 years Mr. Czekala was a Circuit Court Magistrate. From 1969 to 1979 He was the Chief of Police for the Village of Summit. He was a Charter Member of the Brookfield Moose, A member of the Argo Summit Lions Club, Des Plaines Valley V.F.W. Post # 6863, Argo Summit American Legion # 735 and St. Joseph Council of Knights of Columbus and St. Blase Holy Name Society.

Virginia E. Rog
September 11, 1927 - December 05, 2002
Champaign, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM December 09, 2002 at Foran Funeral Home
Virginia E. Rog, nee Tokarski, Formerly of Chicago, Illinois, Beloved Wife of the late Sylvester. Loving Mother of Jerry (Jayne) Rog and Dori (Tom) Puracchio. Cherished Grandmother of Nikki, Mike and Kevin. Dear Aunt of many loving Nieces and Nephews. Funeral is Tuesday, December 10, 2002 at 9:30 AM from the funeral home to St. Joseph Church located at 7240 West 57th Street, Summit, Illinois for a 10 AM Mass of Resurrection. Interment is Resurrection Cemetery located at 7201 South Archer Road, Justice, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, Donations to Provena Covenant Hospic Care at 1400 West Park, Urbana, Illinois 61801 would be appreciated.

Socorro Prieto
May 13, 1927 - December 04, 2002
Summit, Illinois
Visitation: 2 PM to 9 PM December 08, 2002 at Foran Funeral Home
Socorro Prieto, nee Orta. Beloved Wife of Angel. Loving Mother of Salvador (Pilar) Prieto, Juana (Refugio) Gomez, Anna Maria (Anastacion) Sanchez, Margarita (Mario) Cantoran, Felipe (Gloria) Prieto, Rodolfo Prieto, CoCo Martinez and Guadalupe (Jose) Palma. Dearest Grandmother of 22. Great Grandmother of 8. Also Survived by 4 Brothers and Sisters in Mexico. Mother-in-law of Lupe Lara and Federico Martinez. Funeral is Saturday, December 7, 2002 at 9:30 AM from the funeral home to St. Joseph Church, located at 7240 West 57th Street, Summit, Illinois for a 10 AM Mass of Resurrection. Interment is Resurrection Cemetery, located at 7201 South Archer Road, Justice, Illinois.

Sophie Frees
November 21, 1914 - June 05, 2003
Summit, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM June 08, 2003 at Foran Funeral Home
Sophie Frees, nee Lecek. Beloved Wife of the late Charles "Chick" Frees. Loving Mother of Charles "Chick" (Janet) Frees. Dearest Grandmother of Cheryl (Tim) Custer. Great Grandmother of Ashley. Fond Sister of Mary (the late Al) Koester, the late James (Leona) Lecek and the late Jennie (late Ted) Kopulis. Funeral Service is Monday, June 9, 2003 at 11 AM at the funeral home. Interment is Fairmount Willow Will Cemetery located at 9100 South Archer Avenue, Willow Springs, Illinois.

Eugenia Zabinski
December 27, 1917 - June 04, 2003
Chicago, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM June 08, 2003 at Foran Funeral Home
Eugenia Zabinski, nee Pikus. Beloved Wife of the late Marion. Loving Mother of Rose Marie (Paul) Snopko. Loving Daughter of the late Valentine and Mary, nee Gruszynska Pikus. Fond Sister of Val (Bernice) Pikus and the late Emily (late Leo) Budzik, the late Mitchell, late Chester and the late Rose Pikus. Sister-in-law of Florence (the late Stephen) Stack. Dear Aunt of Ronald and Roy Pikus. Dearest In-Law of Alexandria Snopko. Funeral is Monday, June 9, 2003 at 9:30 AM from the funeral home to St. Joseph Church located at 7240 West 57th Street, Summit, Illinois for a 10 AM Mass of Resurrection. Interment is Resurrection Cemetery located at 7201 South Archer Road, Justice, Illinois. Eugenia was a Long Time Resident of the Garfield Ridge Community.

Anthony J. Mysliwiec
October 25, 1942 - June 02, 2003
Chicago, Illinois
Visitation: 2 PM to 9 PM June 05, 2003 at Foran Funeral Home
Anthony J. "Shig" Mysliwiec, Age 61, Airforce Veteran of Viet Nam War. Passed away on June 2, 2003 at Kendric Hospital in Northlake, Illinois. Anthony was formerly a long time resident of the Garfield Ridge Neighborhood. He was employed as a contractor for the painting industry. He was the beloved Son of the late Anthony and the late Jean, nee Adamski. Loving Father of Jeanie (Rob) Lamantia, Karen Svoboda, Kimber (Tim) Fahey, Toni Mysliwiec, Cristina Mysliwiec and Nicole Mysliwiec. Dear Grandfather of Robbie, Jenna, Michael, Nichols, Tony, Olivia, Kourtney, Kiley, Kevin, Kerianne, Joshua, Justin and Joey. Fond Brother of Kenneth (Arlene) and Dennis Mysliwiec. Uncle of Jason Mysliwiec. Funeral is Friday, June 6, 2003 at 10 AM at the funeral home. Interment is Mount Auburn Cemetery located at 4101 Oak Park Avenue, Stickney, Illinois.

Anne E. Bidlo
June 09, 1916 - May 29, 2003
Berwyn, Illinois
Visitation: 2 PM to 9 PM May 30, 2003 at Foran Funeral Home
Anne E. Bidlo, nee Tomasek. Beloved Wife of the late Stanley. Loving Mother of Diane (Albert) Levy, Lorelei (Richard) Bragassi and Wayne (Debra) Bidlo. Cherished Grandmother of Susan, Sheila, Robert, Jill, Jason, Eric and Jennifer. Dear Great Grandmother of Nora, Katie, Phillip, Danielle and Alec. Dear Sister of Josephine Pospisil, the late Julius (Theresa) Tomasek and the late Antoinette (late John) Sosnowski. Fond Aunt of many Nieces and Nephews. Funeral Service is Saturday, May 31, 2003 at 9:30 AM at the funeral home. Interment is Evergreen Cemetery located at 3401 West 87th Street, Evergreen Park, Illinois. Anne was a member of the Bohemian Woman's Civic Club, Berwyn Cicero Council on Aging and the Gage Park P.T.A.

Lorna L. Campbell
March 18, 1957 - August 09, 2003
Chicago, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM August 12, 2003 at Foran Funeral Home
Lorna L. Campbell Beloved Daughter of Joseph and Dolores, nee Brady Campbell. Loving Sister of Sharon(Ralph) Richter, Colleen(Jessie) Pineda, Judy(Tony) Camera, Janice(Dave) Schahczinski and Joey "Joe" Campbell. Best Friend of Lin Wolowiec. Also survived my Many Aunts, Uncles, Nieces and Nephews and Many Wonderful Friends. Funeral Service is Wednesday, August 13, 2003 at 10 AM at the funeral home. Cremation will be private.

William F. Karge Jr.
September 27, 1930 - December 03, 2003
Justice, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM December 04, 2003 at Foran Funeral Home
William F.Karge Jr. Army Veteran. Loving Father of Lynn (Phil) Lajoie, Laura Lee Gumbel, Jason Karge and the late William Karge. Dearest Grandfather of Jeff, Phil, Natalie, Joey, Lisa and April. Fond Brother of Grace (the late Robert) Gehm. Dearest Uncle of Many Nieces and Nephews. Funeral Service is Friday, December 5, 2003 at 11 AM at the funeral home. Interment is Chapel Hill Garden South Cemetery located at 11333 South Central, Worth, Illinois.

Vincent F. Pansino
February 03, 1949 - December 03, 2003
Chicago, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM December 05, 2003 at Foran Funeral Home
Vincent F. Pansino, Navy Veteran of Viet Nam War. Loving Son of Frank and Carmela "Millie", nee Cosentino. Loving Brother of Mary Lou (Joseph) Briglio and the late Charles Pansino. Fond Uncle of Joseph Jr., Vincent and John. Also Survived by many Aunts, Uncles and Cousins. Funeral is Saturday, December 6, 2003 at 9 AM from the funeral home to Notre Dame de Chicago Church located at 1334 West Flournoy, Chicago, Illinois. Entombment is Queen of Heaven Cemetery located at 1400 South Wolf Road, Hillside, Illinois. In lieu of flowers, Donations to the American Heart Association would be appreciated.

Marie B. Drop
December 13, 1921 - December 01, 2003
Chicago, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM December 02, 2003 at Foran Funeral Home
Marie B. Drop, nee Gryska. Beloved Wife of the late Russell. Loving Mother of Diane (Robert) Anderson, Cindy (Mike) Motzny, Russel (Patricia) Drop Jr. and Gary (Alice) Drop. Dearest Grandmother of Lisa (David) Smith, Lori Anderson, Eric Motzny, Holly, Adam, Christopher and Kylie Drop. Fond Sister of Helen (late Julius) Polarek, Edward (Sylvia) Gryska, Laura (late Frank) Lucostic, Estelle (late Joe) Hanas, Irene (late Walter) Czajkowski, Walter Gryska, Eugene (Gloria) Gryska,late Sigmund Gryska. Aunt of Many Nieces and Nephews. Funeral is Wednesday, December 3, 2003 at 10 AM from the funeral home to St. Daniel the Prophet Church located at 5330 South Nashville, Chicago, Illinois for a 10:30 AM Mass of Christian Burial. Interment is Resurrection Cemetery located at 7201 South Archer Road, Justice, Illinois.

Helen Trent
September 05, 1917 - November 30, 2003
Summit, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM December 03, 2003 at Foran Funeral Home
Helen Trent, nee Janettas, Beloved Wife of Kenneth. Loving Mother of Charlotte (Peter) Carpenter and Patricia (Robert) Krier. Proud Grandma of Amanda and Daniel Krier. Dearest Oldest Sister of 10: Mary (George) Marek, Stella (James) Passarelli, the late Virginia (late Lee) Thomas, late George (Lorraine) Janettas, late Ann (late John) Cushen, late Nicholas (late Vivian) Janettas, late James (Marilyn) Janettas, late Peter and late Dorothy Janettas. Sister-in-law of Dorothy Trent. Fond Aunt of Many Nieces and Nephews. Funeral Service is Thursday, December 4, 2003 at 10 AM at the Funeral Home. Interment is Resurrection Cemetery located at 7201 South Archer Road, Justice, Illinois. Helen was a Member of the Summit Senior Citizen Club.

Maryann D. Gallas
December 31, 1915 - November 29, 2003
Chicago, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM December 02, 2003 at Foran Funeral Home
Maryann D. Gallas,nee Dzincioloski. Beloved Wife of the late Mitchell W. Gallas Sr. Loving Mother of Judith (Frank) Siemzuch, Mitchell (Joanne) Gallas and Francis (Julie) Gallas. Dear Grandmother of 5, Great Grandmother of 3 and Great Great Grandmother of 1. Funeral is Wednesday, December 3, 2003 at 9:30 AM from the funeral home to St. Joseph Church located at 7240 West 57th Street, Summit, Illinois for a 10 AM Mass of Christian Burial. Interment is Resurrection Cemetery located at 7201 South Archer Road, Justice,Illinois.

Anthony J. Burica
July 27, 1924 - November 28, 2003
Chicago, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM November 30, 2003 at Foran Funeral Home
Anthony J. Burica Beloved Husband of Antionette, nee Carchedi. Loving Father of Karen (John) Durnell and Sandra Klippel. Dearest Grandfather of Brian, Brandon,Katie and Julia. Fond Brother of Theresa (Emil) Ratchovsky and the late John (Geraldine) Burica and the late Frances Oslakvic. Dear Brother-in-law of Mary (Isadore) Gould and Lillian (the late Bruno) Leo. Fond Uncle of Many Nieces and Nephews. Funeral is Monday, December 1, 2003 at 9:30 AM from the funeral home to St. Joseph Church,located at 7240 West 57th Street, Summit, Illinois for a 10 AM Mass of Christian Burial. Interment is Mount Carmel Cemetery located at 1400 South Wolf Road, Hillside, Illinois.

Franklin C. Haese
April 20, 1933 - November 26, 2003
Chicago, Illinois
Visitation: 3 PM to 9 PM November 30, 2003 at Foran Funeral Home
Franklin C. Haese, United States Air Force Korean War Veteran. Age 70. Beloved Husband of Joan, nee Flaherty. Loving Father of Kathleen N.C.P.D. (Jack) Sweeney, Shannon (Marty) Schweitzer, Allison Haese C.P.D., Heather (Mark) Colbert and Meagan (Rick) Pacana. Dearest Grandfather of Dan Sweeney, Tom and Patrick Adams, Timmy and Bridget Schweitzer, Mary, Bobby, Michael and the late Sean Wilson, Kevin Emma and Frank Kasper, Katie, Joey and Ricky Pacana. Great Grandfather of Emily Burmeister. Creamation will be private. Franklin was a 25 year Employee of Braniff Airlines. Past President of the Elgin Rifle Club, Life Long Member of the National Rifle Association, Member of the Garfield Ridge and Clearing Civic League and the Midway Noise Abatement Committee.

MISCELLANEOUS DEATHS SERVICED BY FORAN FUNERAL HOMES, SUMMIT, IL
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Name                      Home                   Date of Death
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Staschke, Melvin P.       Chicago, Illinois      February 01, 2004  
Sisco, Elizabeth B.       Chicago, Illinois      January 29, 2004  
Shearier, Elmer C.        Chicago, Illinois      January 28, 2004  
Crowley, Thomas Q.        Chicago, Illinois      January 10, 2004  
Negron, Luis A.           Summit, Illinois       June 02, 2003  
Eskra, Connie Jean        Chicago, Illinois      July 01, 2003  
Jarmola, Andrew           Chicago, Illinois      June 29, 2003  
Vavrus, Frank J.          Summit, Illinois       June 25, 2003 
Courtesy, John P.         Chicago, Illinois      August 04, 2003  
Kollmon, Charles W.       Summit, Illinois       August 03, 2003  
Cronin, Mary K.           Darien, Illinois       August 03, 2003  
Mejia, Agustina           Chicago, Illinois      August 03, 2003