Our Lady of Charity Church is located at:  3600 S. 57th Court, Cicero

William Charles McAlaine of Burr Ridge, IL died peacefully at home on June 27^th after a long, brave battle with Leukemia.  He was the son of Daniel Paul and Ann McAlaine of Haverford, PA. He is survived by his wife, Elizabeth (Dee Dee) Grace McAlaine and his son William Charles, Jr. (Rachel) of the state of WA., brothers Daniel Paul McAlaine (Sandy) of Villanova,   PA and Robert M McAlaine (Anne) of Bryn Mawr, PA, a sister, Nancy McAlaine Evale (John), of Mexico, NY and predeceased by his sister, Janet McAlaine Annear.  He is also predeceased by his wives, Anita Henkels McAlaine and Kathy Bold McAlaine.  He leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews.

Bill’s life can best be characterized by his extraordinary hard work, focused determination, giving spirit, empathy and care for others. He established a “Caring Account” and gave generously to many schools, scholarships for minorities and community services.

Throughout his life, Bill built a very successful career as a businessman. His technical expertise earned him an international reputation in Wire Rope Lubricants. Throughout his life he shared his success through a variety of philanthropic endeavors and charitable giving.

He was loved and admired for his thoughtfulness.  He gifted each new mother in the family with a Thomas Moser rocking chair and created many gifts in his well - appointed woodworking shop for family and friends.

Bill loved sports, especially baseball which he played at Penn State and elsewhere, including Puerto Rico, Australia and Cuba.  His generosity extended into sharing with his family and friends a beloved vacation home on Swan Lake in Montana.

Family and friends are invited to his Mass of Christian Burial on July 13th at 10 AM at Old Saint Patrick’s Church, 700 West Adams Street, Chicago

In lieu of flowers, donations in Bill’s honor to Beds Plus Care, 9601 East Ogden Avenue, La Grange, IL 60525, or Friends of The Wild Swan, PO BOX 103, Bigfork, MT, 59911 would be welcomed.

Florian John Wolicki, age 76, at rest June 25, 2021. Loving husband of Josephine H. Wolicki (nee; Bello) for 40 years. Devoted father of Anne Bringle, Katherine Wolicki (Kenyon Duner) and Natalie Wolicki. Cherished grandfather of Claudia and Ryan Bringle and Beatrix Duner. Dear brother of Christine, Margaret and John (Annabelle) Wolicki. Florian was preceded in death by his parents Frank and Constance Wolicki and his sisters Sharon and Francine. Florian was a highly skilled electrician and a longtime member of IBEW 134. He also enjoyed his membership in the Midwest Healey Club, Land Rover Club, NRA and the Boy Scouts of America. He was an avid bowler for many years and enjoyed participating in a number of leagues. Visitation Tuesday June 29^th from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ltd. 7000 S. Madison Street, Willowbrook. Funeral service Wednesday June 30^th, prayers 9:15 am at the funeral home proceeding to Mass 10:00 am at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church. Interment: Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, memorials to the charity of your choice in Florian’s name would be appreciated. Service information: 630-325-2300 or adolfservices.com

Diane Deering passed away peacefully on June 25, 2021, following a valiant fight with cancer.  Diane was born on June 8, 1951, in Chicago to Richard and Betty Noe. Diane lived in Chicago in the very early years with her Dad, Mom, and older sister Carole.  Her mother passed away when the girls were young  (six and four) and Richard moved the girls to Oak Park where they were parishioners of Ascension Church.  Diane attended Ascension Grade School, Guerin High School, and Dominican University. 

Diane worked at St. Paul Federal Bank in Oak Park for 25 years, retiring as Vice President of Human Resources.  She married Len Deering in 1979 and they celebrated their 42nd anniversary this year. Her sons Douglas (Ellen) and Jonathan (Meghan) are her most precious gifts. Betty (5), Harriet (3), Francis (2), and Dorothy (1) are her beloved grandchildren.   Since 1987, Diane has lived in Willowbrook and was a member of the St. Isaac Jogues Catholic Church for 34 years.   Diane spent many years volunteering at St. Isaac Jogues which led her to become a kindergarten aide for 2 years.  Diane went on to renew her teaching license and taught 2nd grade for almost 3 years. Teaching at St. Isaac Jogues was a very special parish connection. 

A visitation for Diane will be held on Wednesday, June 30 at Adolf Funeral Home, 7000 S. Madison St. Willowbrook, IL  from 4 to 8 pm. Friends will meet at Saint Isaac Jogues Catholic Church, 306 W. 4th Street, Hinsdale, IL on Thursday July 1, for a 10 am funeral mass. Interment to follow at Queen of Heaven Cemetery.  In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made in Diane’s memory to St.Isaac Jogues Parish Catholic School, 421 S. Clay Street, Hinsdale, IL  60521 or Sisters of Providence, 1 Sisters of Providence Road, Saint Mary-of-the-Woods, IN  47876.

Laddie F. Danek, 85 years of age, at rest June 23, 2021.  Loving husband of Arlene  (nee Richiger) for 65 years.  Dear father of Deanne (George) Kooima, David (Kelly) and the late William and Robert Danek.  Grandfather of 9.  Great-grandfather of 14.

Kenneth J. Kordell, age 81, of Western Springs, U.S. Army Veteran, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 21, 2021. Beloved husband of Patricia A. Kordell (née Jachymiak) for 53 years whose heart he captured with his dynamite smile. Loving father of Tricia (Phillip) Proietti and Jennifer Kordell (Steven Maviano). Devoted grampie of London Maviano. Dear brother of Donald (Josephine) Kordell and Leroy (Bertha) Kordell. Fond uncle of eight nieces and nephews. Ken was preceded in death by his parents Joseph and Helen Kordell, his brother Marvin Kordell, and his nephew Mark Jachymiak. He was a graduate of Tilden Technical High School and worked as a mechanical engineer at Allbright-Nell, Air Liquide, and Cryogenic Systems Equipment. He was passionate about fast planes, cars (particularly his red, white, and blue VWs), trains, photography, music, movies, and travel. Ken is probably now flying around in a P-51 "Cadillac of the sky". 

Visitation Monday, June 28^th from 4:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ltd. 7000 S. Madison St. Willowbrook, IL, 630-325-2300 or adolfservices.com. Funeral service, Tuesday, June 29^th, 10:00 am at the funeral home. Interment: Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, please consider making a donation to the American Cancer Society, cancer.org.

Janice Wagner, (nee: Marek), age 79 at rest June 19, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Paul E. Wagner. Loving mother of Dean Wagner and Wendy (Jeff) Stapleton. Devoted grandmother of Kyle, Nikki, Danny, Angela, Roxann and Dean, Jr.

Dear sister of Kathy Falco, Michael (Joanne) Udstuen, Terry (Pattie) Udstuen and Valli Stetler. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation Wednesday June 23^rd from 3:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ltd. 7000 S. Madison St; Willowbrook. Funeral service Thursday June 24^th 10:30 am at the funeral home. Interment: Clarendon Hills Cemetery.

Information: 630-325-2300 or adolfservices.com

Pedro Liwanag, better known as “Boy” or “Pedrito”, was born in Manila, Philippines on December 26, 1950 to his father, Tomas Liwanag, and his mother, Eustaquia Patawaran. He passed away at the age of 70 on June 18, 2021 in Downers Grove, IL.

He grew up in Caloocan City in the Philippines, where he enjoyed playing basketball, playing mahjong, and fishing. Pedro was very social, and loved going out with his friends, and continued to remain close to many of them over the years.

After obtaining a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing at the Manila Central University in 1975, he came to the United States in 1977 to join his brothers and sisters, and pursue the “American Dream”. In his early years, he lived in Chicago, Illinois, where he shared an apartment with his brother and sister in the Bucktown neighborhood, and worked at St. Mary’s of Nazareth Hospital in the Surgery Department. 

In 1978, he met his future wife, Emelita (“Emy”) neé Maniago, at St. Mary’s of Nazareth Hospital. Emy and Pedro were married soon after in 1979, and eventually settled down in Westmont, Illinois, and welcomed their two sons, Peter and Jerry. Pedro spent most of his career working at Good Samaritan Hospital in the Surgery Department, until retiring in 2016.

A loving husband, father, brother, and friend, Pedro was the life of the party, and enjoyed entertaining. He was an excellent cook, and had signature dishes, including the best homemade hamburgers, an infamous squid dish (that no one could replicate), and a secret marinade for Filipino BBQ. Pedro was also an avid fisherman, and taught his own sons this passion, where they would fish together locally, but also throughout the Midwest. A supporting Lolo, he served his “Apo-stolic” Duty by taking care of his granddaughters when they visited his home, and of course, feeding them.  Pedro was an excellent Karaoke singer, and was particularly fond of Frank Sinatra hits, and enjoyed singing duets with his siblings at family parties until the wee hours of the night.

Pedro is survived by his wife, Emy of 42 years, his two children, Peter and Jerry (Dow), and his 4 granddaughters, Abby, Lauren, Leah, and Alaina Liwanag. He is also survived by 7 brothers and sisters, Rosita (Fernando) Javate, Linda (the late Nolie) Bacalor, Phillip (Perla) Liwanag, Angelina (Ernesto) Garcia, Mario (Josephine) Liwanag, Rosalinda (Edmund) Szutowicz, and Rose Padilla, and 21 nieces and nephews. Pedro is preceded in death by his father, Tomas Liwanag, his mother Eustaquia Patawaran, his father-in-law Geronimo Maniago, and his mother-in-law Aquilina Maniago. 

Pedro’s family and friends were happy and privileged to return his love, companionship, and friendship by caring, loving, and visiting him. He will be forever missed, and never forgotten. 

Visitation: Friday, June 25, 2021 from 3:00 pm – 8:00 pm (Rosary Prayer at 6:00 pm, and Words of Remembrance at 7:00 pm) at Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ltd. 7000 S. Madison Street, Willowbrook.

Funeral and Burial Service: Saturday, June 26, 2021. Mass at 10:30 am at Our Lady of Peace Catholic Church, 701 Plainfield Road, Darien. Entombment: Clarendon Hills Cemetery Mausoleum, 6900 S Cass Ave, Darien, IL.

October 23, 1933, ~ June 17, 2021

Herbert A. Hausmann, of Downers Grove, Illinois, age 87, passed away June 17, 2021.  Born October 23, 1933, in Lakewood Ohio, Herb was preceded in death by his beloved wife of 64 years, Bernita and by his parents Arthur and Alice.  Herb is survived by his three children, Julie Troha (Steve) Jodi Cullen (Gary), Marc Hausmann (Kathleen) and his brother Albert.  Herb is grandfather to Taylor, Trevor, Kourtney, Cody, Nick, Ben, Will, Lyndsi, Macayli and Mariska and uncle to many nieces and nephews.  Herb was a graduate of Lakewood High School, Class of 1951.  The Hausmann Family would like to thank all the healthcare workers for the compassionate care given to Herb.  A Memorial visitation will be held on Saturday June 26, 2021 from 10AM until time of service at 11AM at Adolf Funeral Home, 7000 S. Madison St. Willowbrook, IL 60527.  All services will conclude at the funeral home.  For info 630-325-2300 or adolfservices.com

Christine Lee Thompson, (nee: Wolff) age 67, at rest June 16, 2021. Loving wife of Robert Thompson for 35 years. Devoted mother of Marnie Thompson and Russell (Julie) Thompson. Dear sister of Jeannette (Thomas) Lafond, Carol Houghton, Dave (Joan) Wolff, Ray Wolff and Gary Wolff. Beloved aunt of Brandy, Jeff, Nick, Marissa, Jason, Jenny, Stacy, Becky and Speedy. Cherished great-aunt of many great-nieces and nephews. Her love of family, travel and photography will be remembered. Christine was preceded in death by her parents, Bernice and Chester Wolff and her sister, Diane Sugar. Memorial visitation Sunday June 27th from 2:00 pm until time of Memorial Service at 4:00 pm at Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ltd. 7000 S. Madison Street, Willowbrook..

In lieu of flowers, donation memorials to Heifer International https://www.heifer.org  or

Helping Hand Center https://www.hhcenter.org  would be appreciated.