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Ireneusz Jan Paruch

Ireneusz Jan Paruch

Jun 9, 2026

It is with a very heavy heart that we announce the passing of Ireneusz Jan Paruch, 56, of Chicago, Illinois.Ireneusz "Irek" Paruch was born on September 23rd, 1969, in Poland. In the early 2000s, he, along with his wife and daughter, emigrated to the United States, a lifelong dream of his. Irek loved music: he sang and enjoyed playing drums...

Genowefa Sowa

Genowefa Sowa

May 30, 2026

Genowefa Sowa (late Kazimierz), aged 93, was a cherished mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, aunt, and friend whose warmth and kindness touched the lives of many. She was the loving mother of Ursula (Christopher) Mendyk and the late Mark, a dear grandmother to Michael (Elizabeth) and Kathryn, and a devoted great-grandmother to William.

Genowefa treasured her relationships deeply, holding friendships close to her...

Josefina Hernandez Diaz

Josefina Hernandez Diaz

May 18, 2026

Family would like everyone who attends the wake service to please bring a white rose. 

Lucina Diaz Escobar

Lucina Diaz Escobar

May 16, 2026

Lucina Diaz Escobar, de 90 años, falleció pacíficamente el 16 de mayo de 2026 en Chicago, Illinois. Nació el 5 de marzo de 1936 en Tayahua, Zacatecas, México, hija de Félix y Camila (Escobar) Díaz.  Lucina estuvo casada con Benjamín Hernández Delgado, y juntos formaron una familia con 11 hijos.Lucina fue una madre, abuela, bisabuela y amiga dedicada, que pasó...

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