David Tracy, an influential Catholic theologian who taught for 37 years at the University of Chicago Divinity School, has died.
David Tracy, influential Catholic theologian who examined mystery of faith, dies
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Lori Healey, senior VP of Obama Presidential Center and former CEO of McPier, dies at 65
Healey planned the NATO Summit in Chicago and helped lead the city’s failed bid for the 2016 Olympics and Paralympics.
Ruth Buzzi, comedy sketch player on groundbreaking series ‘Laugh-In,’ dies at 88
Ruth Buzzi, who rose to fame as the frumpy and bitter Gladys Ormphby on the groundbreaking sketch comedy series “Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In” and made over 200 television appearances during a 45-year career, has died at age 88.
Frank Vlach, nonagenarian Oakbrook Terrace alderman, dies
Frank Vlach was an Oakbrook Terrace alderman for nearly 20 years, taking his seat years after retiring from Western Electric’s famed Hawthorne Works and holding it right up until his death at 91. “He was just a very good person for the community,” said Oakbrook Terrace Mayor Paul Esposito. “He worked in the best interests […]
Mighty and meek say goodbye to Pope Francis at funeral where he is remembered as pope of the people
World leaders and Catholic faithful bade farewell to Pope Francis in a funeral Saturday that highlighted his concern for people on the “most peripheral of the peripheries” and reflected his wishes to be remembered as a simple pastor.
William Murphy, oversaw rapid growth as Woodrige mayor, dies
William Murphy, who oversaw rapid growth as the mayor of Woodridge for 32 years, has died.
Steve McMichael, the colorful Hall of Famer and a leader on the 1985 Chicago Bears, dies at 67
Steve McMichael, the Hall of Fame defensive tackle who was one of the most colorful characters of the 1985 Chicago Bears, died Wednesday after a lengthy battle with ALS.
The Vatican opens St. Peter’s Basilica to public to pay final respects to Pope Francis
The body of Pope Francis was moved Wednesday morning to St. Peter’s Basilica for three days of public mourning for an Argentine pontiff remembered for his humble style, concern for the poor and insistent prayers for peace.
Date of Pope Francis’ funeral announced
Pope Francis will be laid to rest Saturday after lying in state for three days in St. Peter’s Basilica.
Barack Obama, JB Pritzker among Illinois leaders remembering Pope Francis
In the hours following Pope Francis’ death Monday, leaders from Illinois — including former President Barack Obama and Gov. JB Pritzker — offered their condolences and urged the world to embrace the 88-year-old pontiff’s legacy of humility and compassion.