Mary Ann Dawe

June 24, 1927 ~ March 1, 2020

Sharon Cresta of Clarendon Hills passed away on February 29, 2020. Beloved wife of the late Daniel. Loving mother of Sheryl and Greg (Teri) Cresta; dear grandmother of Rachel, Keli and Blake. A visitation will be held Wednesday March 4, 2020 from 5pm until 9pm with a funeral service at 7:30pm at Adolf Funeral Home, 7000 S. Madison St. Willowbrook, IL 60527. 

Joan Vavra, age 87, much loved wife of Bill Vavra (deceased) passed onto God’s perfect world on February 27, 2020.  She enriched the lives of her children; Mike (Kathy), Bill (Janet), Kurt (Peggy) and Kathy (Craig) Luce.  Joan played an active role in the lives of her 10 grandchildren and 10 great-grandchildren.  She was semi-famous for her watercolors and paintings.  You felt special when she created one of her works of art for your special celebration.  She was the self-designated photographer for all family occasions.  Joan along with her husband Bill enjoyed having the family around them on the beaches of Florida. At home, gardening was one of her passions.  Joan was an avid student of God’s word.  She attended Coffee Break at the Christian Reform Church in Western Springs for 23 years, the women’s fellowship all being gathered in His name, truly became a circle of strength and support for her.   Joan was witty, opinionated and fiercely protective of her brood.  What a Gal! Look out Lord, here she comes!

Donations prefered to St. Thomas Hospice at amitahealth.org.

Jeannine L. Vogt, 74 years of age, at rest February 24, 2020. Dear sister of William (Maria) Lloyd. Fond aunt of Marc Lloyd, Natalie (Timothy) Heitmann and Sarah Lloyd. Great aunt of Joseph and Lana Marie Heitmann and Samantha Lloyd Goodman. Visitation is Friday, February 28, 2020, 8:00 am until 9:30 am at Adolf Funeral Home Ltd., 2921 S. Harlem Ave., Berwyn and then to St. Leonard Church for a Mass of Christian burial at 10:00 am. Entombment Queen of Heaven Cemetery, In Lieu of flowers, masses preferred. Info at: 708-484-4111 or www.adolfservices.com

Pedro Garcia, Loving husband of Maria. Dearest father of Ernesto (Wilda), Imelda, Juan Carlos (Marisol) Peter (Lorrie) and Veronica (Raul). Cherished grandfather of Ariel, Jasmine, Nicolette, Charlie, Ethan, Roman and Eliana. Dearest greatgrandfather to Ava, Arya, and Violet. Visitation Sunday, March 1, 2020 from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm at Adolf Funeral Home 2921 S Harlem Ave. Funeral Service Monday March 2, 2020 10:00am at St. Frances of Rome Church, Cicero. Interment Mt. Auburn Cemetery, Stickney

Dorothy Ann Gurzynski, age 85, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 23 at her Hinsdale home. She was born September 4, 1934 in Posen, Illinois and married the love of her life, Richard Gurzynski, on May 7, 1955. Dorothy is preceded in death by her brother, Paul Jankowski, and her infant son, Gregg. Dorothy is survived by Richard, her husband of almost 65 years, and their children: Janice (Thomas) Nieman, Jacqueline (R. Michael) DeSalle, Jayne (Philip) Euwer, and Gary (Sally) Gurzynski. She was a devoted grandmother to Molly (Bryan) Smith, Kristina (William Jr.) Cossen, Philip “Bryson” (Lauren) Euwer Jr., Rebecca DeSalle, Benjamin Euwer, Amanda (Patrick) Barkley, R. Michael DeSalle Jr., Victoria Nieman, and Matthew Gurzynski. Dorothy lit up when playing with her great grandchildren: Catherine Elise Cossen, Cameron Richard Smith, William Stephen Cossen III, and Avery Allison Smith.

            Dorothy and Richard had many successes in their life together, including building a business (CGI Automated Manufacturing), which their children Janice and Gary now manage. However impressive their achievements, Dorothy would count none so special as her greatest joy of being a mother, grandmother, and great grandmother. Between chauffeuring to sports practices, baking lessons, and playing countless games of Yahtzee, Dorothy was always busy. And that was before accounting for her numerous hobbies: bridge, gardening, and tennis clubs with friends. Among all those activities and in addition to being an avid reader, Dorothy and Richard somehow found time to travel the world. Together, they visited every continent; favorite destinations include Australia, Canada, and China. As Richard likes to remark, Dorothy was fine with any location so long as there was shopping; even in the remotest of places, she could find a bargain and always brought home souvenirs for her children and grandchildren.

            Dorothy and Richard set a beautiful example for their children and grandchildren with their marriage. Dorothy always said the key to a happy life is to find someone who makes you laugh during the good times and the bad, and she found that with Richard. In almost 65 years of marriage, she said not a day went by that her “Dickens” did not make her laugh. They worked hard and loved their family harder. Dorothy’s greatest legacy is her family. The love she gave her husband, children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren was immense and will continue to be felt by all.

Visitation will be Thursday, February 27 from 2 to 8 pm at Adolf Funeral Home (7000 S Madison St, Willowbrook). Service will be Friday, February 28 at 8:30 am at the funeral home, followed by a 10 am Mass at St. Isaac Jogues (306 W 4th St, Hinsdale). Interment will be at Queen of Heaven Cemetery in Hillside. In lieu of flowers,  donations to the charity of your choice would be appreciated.  For more information, please call 630-325-2300 or visit www.adolfservices.com.

Soon B. Buckels

Teresa Gallegos, 80, of Cicero, IL. Beloved Wife of over 60 years to Serafin Gallegos, loving mother of Jovita Gallegos, Candido Gallegos, Delfina Rodriguez, Anallele Gallegos, Elidia Gallegos, Leonel Gallegos y Angelica Gallegos. After retirement Teresa devoted her time to her family. Loved to travel to Mexico where she was born and raised as a child. Her amazing cooking bought all her immediate family together, every weekend. The love she gave her 21 grand children and 5 great grand children was immense. She will be greatly missed by all who knew and cared for her.

She was the heart of the family…

Teresa Gallegos, 80, de Cicero, IL. Amada esposa de Serafín Gallegos por mas de 60 años, madre dedicada y amorosa de Jovita Gallegos, Cándido Gallegos, Delfina Rodríguez, Anallele Gallegos, Elidia Gallegos, Leonel Gallegos y Angélica Gallegos. Después de retirarse se dedicó a cuidar a su familia. Le gustaba viajar a México donde nació y se crió cuando era niña. su increíble cocina reunía a la familia todos los fines de semana. El amor que le dio a sus 22 nietos y 5 bisnietos fue inmenso. Todos los que la conocieron y estuvieron cerca de ella la van a extrañar.

Ella era el corazón de la familia…

Pamela Roberts (Bestwina) of Oak Brook, IL passed away peacefully surrounded by love at 71 years old after a year-long battle with Alzheimer’s. Pam was a beloved teacher for over 20 years inspiring each child she taught as well as so many co-workers, family & friends along the way. She was an avid runner, reader and an excellent gardener. She took pride in all she did, had a giving heart helping anyone in need she met during her lifetime. Her rebellious spirit & presence will be dearly missed. She is preceded in death by her sons Nathan & Andrew and will be laid to rest with them in Sedona, AZ. She is survived by former husband & best friend Joseph Bestwina & her daughter Claire Bestwina. Donations can be made in her honor to the Alzheimer’s Association or Elmhurst College. Services will be held privately.

October 12, 1955 ~ February 4, 2020

Robert W. Zoller; beloved father of Barbara Zoller; loving grandfather of Elizabeth, Victoria, and Amelia; dear brother of John (Tina) Yelen and Kathi (Dan) Troy; uncle of Sean, Cara, Noah, and Ava Troy.   Visitation Sunday February 9th  3:00p.m. ~ 8:00p.m. Adolf Funeral Home & Cremation Services, Ltd. 7000 S. Madison St. Willowbrook.   Prayers 9:00a.m. Monday at the funeral home proceeding to St. Francis Xavier Catholic Church for Mass at 10:00a.m..  Interment private.  For funeral info 630-325-2300 or adolfservices.com