Obituaries

Yvette Christine Shields, a well-respected reporter, beloved friend and wonderful mother, died suddenly this week. She was 57. Born on March 30, 1966, Yvette was a life-long resident of Chicago and the suburbs. A graduate in journalism from Columbia College,…

Robert, often called Bob by family, friends and neighbors was the son of the late Frank and Gertrude (nee Franz) VanVlierbergen. Born and raised on near west side of Chicago at 13th St and Wood a few blocks from Roosevelt…

We mourn the loss of Vickie Collins, a beloved sister, mother, and cherished member of the community. Vickie passed away on June 29, 2023. Her departure leaves a void in the lives of those who knew and loved her. Vickie…

Gemma Officer, age 84; daughter of late James and Grace McCallan; beloved wife of the late James Officer; loving mother to Grace (Rob) Palz, Deirdre (Tony) Tinerella, Denise, Gemma, James (Stephanie), Ciaran (Lora), Kevin (Desiree), Sean, and Ryan (Juanita) Officer;…

Noreen S. Hannemann, nee Keegan, beloved wife of Joseph Roland Hannemann, dear sister of Thomas Keegan (the late Carol), and cherished aunt of many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews.  She was preceded in death by her children, Pamela Lee and…

  Michael L. Burke, age 72; son of late Edward and Marie nee Doyle; beloved husband of Aurora nee Locicero; loving father of Michael (Renee), Jason (Beverly), Joseph Burke, John (Deanna) and Michael (Jennifer) Ahlgrim; cherished grandfather of Michael, Taylor,…

Earle aka.Joey  was born in Chicago Illinois on November 03, 1971 and passed away on Jun 22, 2023.   Earle was an only child to Mable Vivian & John Earle Camp Jr. from Terre Haute Indiana.   Earle was a dedicated team…

James “Jim” Fahey, Ret CPD, US Marine Veteran; beloved husband of the late Margaret “Marge” nee McGrath’ cherished father of Breanne (Joe) Nikkel and Eileen; loving grandpa of Callum and Mairead Nikkel; dear brother of the late Patsy Foley; fond…

Memorial Visitation Thursday, June 22nd, 2023 from 3-8 PM Gibbons Family Funeral Home 5917 W. Irving Park Rd. Chicago, IL 60634