ᐅ Illinois Death Notices 2009-2025
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▰ Richard F Brabec

Died June 22, … More Information
Richard F Brabec, 73, of Glen Ellyn, Illinois, entered the Kingdom of Heaven June 22, 2001.
Obituary published: June 23, 2001 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Mary Ann (Bashe) Brabec

Died January 31, … More Information
Mary Ann (Bashe) Brabec, age 91 of Bensenville, Illinois passed away January 31, 2021.
Obituary published: February 01, 2021 in "The Daily Herald"

▰ Kathleen Brabec

Died January 20, … More Information
Kathleen Brabec, age 69 of Waukegan, Illinois, gained her wings on January 20, 2002.
Obituary published: January 21, 2002 in "News Sun"

▰ Kathleen Brabec

Died January 19, … More Information
Kathleen Brabec, age 69 of Waukegan, Illinois, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord January 19, 2002.
Obituary published: January 20, 2002 in "News Sun"

▰ Joseph Anthony Brabec

Died December 14, … More Information
Joseph Anthony Brabec, born June 3, 1928 entered into eternal rest December 14, 2009 in McHenry, Illinois. Joseph was 81.

▰ George Brabec

Died June 17, … More Information
George Brabec went into the presence of the Lord on June 17, 2000 in Illinois.
Obituary published: June 18, 2000 in "Chicago T"

▰ Elaine Brabec

Died April 14, … More Information
Elaine Brabec, born September 3, 1935 entered into eternal rest April 14, 2016 in Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois. Elaine was 80.

▰ Donald W Brabec

Died November 20, … More Information
Donald W Brabec, 77, of Fox Lake, Illinois departed this life November 20, 2005.
Obituary published: November 21, 2005 in "Northwest Herald"

▰ Donald W Brabec

Died November 19, … More Information
Donald W Brabec, of Fox Lake, Illinois, departed this life Sunday November 19, 2005. Donald was 77.
Obituary published: November 20, 2005 in "Northwest Herald"

▰ Barbara A (Bolton) Brabandt

Died May 30, … More Information
Barbara A (Bolton) Brabandt, of Chicago, Illinois, went to be with her Lord and Savior May 30, 2017. Barbara was 84.
Obituary published: May 31, 2017 in "Chicago T"

▰ Anthony J Braband

Died August 08, … More Information
Anthony J Braband, born August 18, 1929 entered into eternal rest August 8, 2015 in Elmhurst, Illinois. Anthony was 85.
Family members and close friends: , Jamie, Michelle, Kendra

▰ Richard William Arthur Braatz

Died June 21, … More Information
Richard William Arthur Braatz, of Downers Grove, Illinois, departed this life Sunday June 21, 1996. Richard was 68.
Obituary published: June 22, 1996 in "DG Suburban Life"

▰ Raymond Carl Sr Braatz

Died October 19, … More Information
Raymond Carl Sr Braatz, age 87 of Downers Grove, Illinois, entered the Kingdom of Heaven October 19, 2019.
Obituary published: October 20, 2019 in "Chicago T"

▰ Raymond C Braatz

Died October 28, … More Information
Raymond C Braatz, a resident of Downers Grove, Illinois for decades, died October 28, 2004 in Downers Grove, Illinois at the age of 46.
Obituary published: October 29, 2004 in "Downers Grove R"

▰ Patricia J (Kropp) Braatz

Died June 16, … More Information
Patricia J (Kropp) Braatz, age 73 of Downers Grove, Illinois, entered the Kingdom of Heaven June 16, 2005.
Obituary published: June 17, 2005 in "Downers Grove R"

▰ Patricia (Kropp) Braatz

Died June 16, … More Information
On June 16, 2005, Patricia (Kropp) Braatz, 73 of Illinois passed from this world into the next.
Obituary published: June 17, 2005 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Madeleine A (Putz) Braatz

Died March 30, … More Information
Madeleine A (Putz) Braatz, of Illinois, born in Cudahy, Wisconsin, went into the presence of the Lord on March 30, 2002. Madeleine was 64.
Obituary published: March 31, 2002 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Madeleine A (Putz) Braatz

Died March 29, … More Information
Madeleine A (Putz) Braatz, of Illinois, born in Wisconsin, went to be with her Lord and Savior March 29, 2002. Madeleine was 64.
Obituary published: March 30, 2002 in "The Beacon News"

▰ Jeanette N (Ketcham) [Williamson] Braatz

Died December 01, … More Information
Jeanette N (Ketcham) [Williamson] Braatz, of Illinois, born in Foley, Minnesota, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord December 1, 2013. Jeanette was 82.
Obituary published: December 02, 2013 in "OttawaDT"

▰ Esther (Mussman) Braatz

Died February 05, … More Information
Esther (Mussman) Braatz, 89, went to be with the Lord on February 5, 2000 in Chicago Heights, Illinois.
Obituary published: February 06, 2000 in "Park Forest Star"

▰ Edward Paul Braatz

Died September 13, … More Information
Edward Paul Braatz, of Mendota, Illinois, ascended to heaven into the loving arms of all whom have gone before Edward September 13, 2002. Edward was 74.
Obituary published: September 14, 2002 in "OttawaDT"

▰ Finn N Braathen

Died October 30, … More Information
Finn N Braathen, born September 24, 1921 passed from this world into the next October 30, 2014 in Lombard, Illinois. Finn was 93.

▰ Finn N Braathen

Died October 30, … More Information
Finn N Braathen, born September 24, 1921 left earthly home and passed through the Veil to his Eternal Home October 30, 2014 in Lombard, Illinois. Finn was 93. Tags: #Lane #High #Union #Machine #Northwestern #Royal #Force #Norway #Camp #Toronto #Canada #United #Army #Heavy #Polebrook #England #Squadron #Bomb #Nazi #Europe #Distinguished #Cross #Medal #Leaf #Presidential #Citation #Commander #Chief #Adelaide #Engels #Myrtle #Meinke #During #Christine #Purmann #Lloyd #Scott #Karen #Szoke #Michael #Kimberly #Gangloff #Makailey #Maximillian #Joseph #Military #Corp #Industrial #Machines #Engineering #Director #Facilities #North #Cicero #Manitoba #Romona #Longboat #Florida #Sarasota #Kroc #Founder #State #Department #History #Sheri #Cystic #Foundation #Heart #Stonelake #Austin #Service #Chapel #Auburn #Park
Obituary: Born in Baerums Verk, Norway, 24, 1921.
Immigrated to Chicago 1928 with father Arnt, mother Ruth and sister Thordis.
Graduated from Lane Technical High School in 1940. Started working at Union Special Machine Co., attending Northwestern University in the evenings.
1941 drafted into the Royal Norwegian Air Force (still a citizen of Norway). Reported for training at Camp Little Norway in Toronto, Canada.
1942-Transferred into United States Army Air Force. Became a U.S. Citizen. training, became a flight engineer and top-turret gunner on the B-17 4-Engine Heavy Bomber.

1943-Flew to Polebrook, England. Assigned to the 509th Squadron, 31st Bomb Group, 8th Air Force. From 1943 to May 1944 participated in 29 combat missions over Nazi Germany and occupied Europe. Was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross, The Air Medal with 3 Oak Leaf Clusters, and other medals. His unit, the 31st, was awarded the Presidential Unit Citation (A very rare and distinguished honor) for extraordinary achievement in war fare against an enemy of the USA. The award was signed by FDR Commander in Chief.

FAMILY LIFE
Proceeded in death by beloved wife Adelaide (nee Engels). Also married to Myrtle (nee Meinke) During WWII. Beloved father of Christine (Ed) Purmann and Lloyd (Kate). Cherished grandfather of Scott Purmann, Karen (Eric) Szoke, Michael (Agnes) Purmann, Kimberly (Adam) Gangloff and great-grandfather of Makailey Szoke, Maximillian and Joseph Purmann.

WORK LIFE
Had only one job throughout life (other than Military Service). Employed by Union Special Corp. (Formerly Union Special Machine Co.) from 1940 to 1984, with time out for soldiering. U.S.M. Co. Manufacturers Industrial Sewing Machines. Started work in the Engineering Dept., assisting in the invention and development of improved sewing machines and methods. Transferring to manufacturing division. Responsibilities included the construction and maintenance of factories, warehouses and offices throughout the U.S. and Canada. Also, the invention and design of manufacturing machinery and methods, holding several U.S. patents. Just prior to retirement, his title was Director of Facilities, North America.

PERSONAL LIFE
Moved to Cicero, IL in 1982. Interested in music. Played guitar, concertina, harmonica and banjo. Loved to go fishing in Manitoba, Canada. Flew into the wilderness in single engine float planes, occasionally accompanied by Romona who also loved fishing. spent winter vacations together on Longboat Key, Florida, near Sarasota. Played golf as often as possible all of his life. Once played a round with Ray Kroc, Founder of McDonalds. His handwritten daily diary of his combat experiences was printed in 1997. Florida State University asked for and now have copyright to this journal for exhibit in their Department of History.


The family wishes to extend their gratitude to his caregivers
Irene and Sheri in the months preceding his passing who were there until the very end.

In lieu of flowers donations appreciated to Cystic Fibrosis Foundation www.cff.org or
American Heart Association 10900 Stonelake Blvd #320, Austin, TX 78759
(512) 338-2400

Service
, 1, 2014
9:00am until time of Chapel Service at 11am
Mount Auburn
4101 S. Oak Park Avenue
Stickney, IL 6040
708-749-2033

Interment
Mount Auburn Memorial Park

▰ Finn N Braathen

Died January 01, … More Information

Family members and close friends: , Nancy Setnan, American Heart Association, Cheryl B, D Gardner, Colleen Voll, Annette

▰ Finn N Braathen

Died October 30, … More Information
Finn N Braathen, born September 24, 1921 gained his wings on October 30, 2014 in Stickney, Illinois. Finn was 93.
Family members and close friends: , Nancy Setnan, American Heart Association, Cheryl B, D Gardner, Colleen Voll, Annette

▰ Robert Lars Braaten

Died November 28, … More Information
Robert Lars Braaten, born October 4, 1962 passed from this life on November 28, 2016 in Danville, Illinois. Robert was 54.

▰ Oliver Theodore Braaten

Died January 30, … More Information
Oliver Theodore Braaten, age 93 of Illinois, born in Minnesota, went into the presence of the Lord on January 30, 2003.
Obituary published: January 31, 2003 in "Rockford RS"

▰ Eva E Braaten

Died November 01, … More Information
Eva E Braaten, born February 25, 1919 entered Heaven's gates on November 1, 2010 in Rockford, Illinois. Eva was 91.

▰ Newell T "Braat" Braatelien

Died May 23, … More Information
Newell T "Braat" Braatelien, age 84 of Illinois, born in Pomona, California, peacefully entered eternal life with our Lord May 23, 2008.
Obituary published: May 24, 2008 in "DemGaz (AR)"

▰ Juanita I (Lee) Braat

Died January 08, … More Information
Juanita I (Lee) Braat, of Taylorville, Illinois, died on January 8, 2005. Juanita was 91.
Obituary published: January 09, 2005 in "State J-R"

▰ Fred Erik Dr Braastad

Died June 25, … More Information
Fred Erik Dr Braastad, age 62 of Illinois, born in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, passed away peacefully June 25, 2019.
Obituary published: June 26, 2019 in "Journal Star"

▰ Virginia A Braasch

Died July 29, … More Information
Virginia A Braasch, age 84 of Glenview, Illinois, departed this life Sunday July 29, 1998.
Obituary published: July 30, 1998 in "Winnetka Talk"

▰ Virginia A Braasch

Died July 29, … More Information
Virginia A Braasch, of Glenview, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on July 29, 1998. Virginia was 84.
Obituary published: July 30, 1998 in "Wilmette Life"

▰ Virginia A Braasch

Died July 15, … More Information
Virginia A Braasch, 84, of Glenview, Illinois departed this life July 15, 1998.
Obituary published: July 16, 1998 in "Skokie Review"

▰ Virginia A Braasch

Died July 15, … More Information
Virginia A Braasch, age 84 of Glenview, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on July 15, 1998.
Obituary published: July 16, 1998 in "Lincolnwood Review"

▰ Virginia A Braasch

Died July 08, … More Information
Virginia A Braasch, of Glenview, Illinois, entered into eternal rest July 8, 1998. Virginia was 84.
Obituary published: July 09, 1998 in "Glenview Announcements"

▰ Virginia A Braasch

Died July 29, … More Information
Virginia A Braasch, 84, of Glenview, Illinois departed this life July 29, 1998.
Obituary published: July 30, 1998 in "Glencoe News"

▰ Richard A "Dick" Braasch

Died October 05, … More Information
Richard A "Dick" Braasch, of Elgin, Illinois, entered Heaven's gates on October 5, 2020. Richard was 85.
Obituary published: October 06, 2020 in "The Daily Herald"

▰ Priscilla D Braasch

Died March 11, … More Information
Priscilla D Braasch, born July 14, 1928 entered into eternal rest March 11, 2016 in Worth, Illinois. Priscilla was 87.

▰ Phillip B Braasch

Died January 01, … More Information

▰ Penny Lee (Young) Braasch

Died May 30, … More Information
Penny Lee (Young) Braasch, 63 of Elgin, Illinois, was anxious to meet her Maker and Master, May 30, 2006.
Obituary published: May 31, 2006 in "Northwest Herald"

▰ Penny Lee (Young) Braasch

Died May 29, … More Information
Penny Lee (Young) Braasch, of Elgin, Illinois, passed from this world into the next May 29, 2006. Penny was 63.
Obituary published: May 30, 2006 in "Northwest Herald"

▰ Penny Lee (Young) Braasch

Died May 30, … More Information
Penny Lee (Young) Braasch, of Elgin, Illinois, entered into eternal rest May 30, 2006. Penny was 63.
Obituary published: May 31, 2006 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Penny Lee (Young) Braasch

Died May 29, … More Information
Penny Lee (Young) Braasch, 63, of Elgin, Illinois gained her wings on May 29, 2006.
Obituary published: May 30, 2006 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Penny (Young) Braasch

Died June 01, … More Information
Penny (Young) Braasch, a resident of Elgin, Illinois for decades, died June 1, 2006 in Elgin, Illinois at the age of 63.
Obituary published: June 02, 2006 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Penny Braasch

Died May 28, … More Information
Penny Braasch, age 63 of Illinois, passed from this world into the next May 28, 2006.
Obituary published: May 29, 2006 in "Des Plaines DH"

▰ Patsy A (Williams) Braasch

Died May 30, … More Information
Patsy A (Williams) Braasch, of Chillicothe, Illinois, left herearthly home and passed through the Veil to her Eternal Home May 30, 2017. Patsy was 81.
Obituary published: May 31, 2017 in "Journal Star"

▰ Marie E (Pieper)[Smith] Braasch

Died March 08, … More Information
Marie E (Pieper)[Smith] Braasch, of Spring Valley, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on March 8, 2007. Marie was 59.
Obituary published: March 09, 2007 in "Freeport JS"

▰ Marianne (Lamz) Braasch

Died March 28, … More Information
Marianne (Lamz) Braasch went into the presence of the Lord on March 28, 2020 in Illinois.
Obituary published: March 29, 2020 in "Chicago T"

▰ Lois M Braasch

Died September 07, … More Information
Lois M Braasch, age 78 of Walnut, Illinois, departed this life Sunday September 7, 2003.
Obituary published: September 08, 2003 in "Kewanee S-C"
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