All Obituaries

Herbert P. Schwieger, of Westmont, a former longtime resident of Hinsdale, passed away on June 13, 2022.  Former husband of the late Joyce, nee Handy; Loving father of William and Donald (Sharon) Schwieger; dear grandfather of four and great-grandfather of six; Loving brother of Carol Luther, the late George, Carl, and Robert Schwieger. Herb was born in Hinsdale and was a graduate of Hinsdale High School.  Herb was a Hinsdale mail carrier for 31...

Shane Michael Thurman, 52, of Brookfield, IL died unexpectedly on June 6th, 2022. His loss was completely unexpected and the family is shocked and deeply saddened. Shane was born on December 2, 1969, to Michael Thurman & Diane Knudsen in Scott County, IA. Shane was a father of 3 to Agnes Grace Sullivan, Tyler Thurman, and Alexis Thurman. He was a big brother to Heather(Lundeen)Zoppa, A.J. Lundeen Jr., and Rhyan Lundeen. His love for his family was unmeasurable, he was an incredible...

Charles Wayne Bolton (also known as Chuck), age 90, of Hinsdale and Downers Grove, died June 4, 2022, beloved husband of Elizabeth (Libby) for 60 years, loving father to Ellen and Jill, loving grandfather to Amy, Elizabeth (Travis), Jeffrey (Emily), Rebecca (Mike), and Christina. A native of Missouri, Charles was the 9th child of James and Gertrude Bolton of Mindenmines. Charles attended Pittsburg State University, earning a degree in Education. After graduating, Charles volunteered for the...

Mary Attracta (née Burke) Ryan, age 93, of North Palm Beach, Florida, formerly of Hinsdale, Illinois, died peacefully on May 30, 2022, surrounded by her seven children. Mary joins Bill, her beloved husband and best friend of 64 years, and Jean Marie Ryan, their eighth child, in heaven. Preceded in death by her parents, Mary and Michael Burke. Devoted mother of Mary (Bob) Buddig, Bill Ryan, Mike (Carolyn) Ryan, Eileen (Scott) Seyfarth, Tom (Maura) Ryan, Therese (Mike) Rooney, and Donna...

Robert Edward Grisemer, aged 93, of Burr Ridge and Hinsdale, died May 22, 2022, beloved husband of Janet for 61 years, loving father to Alison and Benjamin. A native Californian, Robert was the second of three sons of Viola and Benjamin H. Grisemer of Porterville.  Robert earned Eagle Scout honors, graduated from high school and joined the Class of 1951 at Stanford University.  While at Stanford, he was a member of the swimming and football teams.  After graduation, he...

Xianchang Xing, passed away May 21, 2022. Family services to be held this week.

Captain Donald Earl Wright died May 19, 2022 after battling cancer for several years. He was 82 years old and in good health until a few weeks before his passing. He was preceded in death by his loving wife, HIROKO and his parents; JAMES and INEZ Wright. He leaves a son, BRET, daughter, LORINDA, grandsons, JAMES and SCOTT, and first wife, ANGELA Wright. Captain Wright attended Pendleton Oregon high school and joined the U.S. army soon after when faced with a choice between military service...

Nathaniel Barton Jones of Hinsdale passed away on May 15, 2022 at home with his family by his side. Beloved husband of Dr. Judith Ann Operchal. Loving father of Healy (Michelle) and Kirk (Katherine) Jones. Grandfather of Juliette, Nathaniel, Jordyn and Jasper. Brother of Deborah Donaldson. Nat will be remembered as a bright financial advisor and a fun and compassionate father, always putting his family first. A funeral mass will be held Friday, May 20 at 10 AM at St. Isaac Jogues Catholic...

Shirley W. Kilens, age 96, passed away peacefully at home, just as she wished, with her family by her side.  Daughter of the late William and Clara Woeltje and sister of the late Dorothy Kleinke (Clarence), beloved wife of the late Walter Robert Kilens.  She is survived by her son, Terry and his wife Kearney, “HER” grandsons, Matt and Andy and her niece Gail. Shirley was born and raised near her dear cousins in the 30th & Keeler neighborhood.  She happily...

Edward D. Grace passed away May 16th, 2022, beloved son of the late Tom and Marcia Grace. dear brother of David (Rena), John (Maureen), Tom (Kathleen}. Patrick {Sandy Ford} and Caroline (Jeff)Carrier, fond Uncle to many.