Latrelle Falls

Julia Cavada Lupascu

May 08, 1944 - Jul 22, 2024

Chicago, IL

In Loving Memory of…Julia Cavada Lupascu Sunrise…05/08/1944 Sunset…07/22/2024 Julia was born on May 8, 1944 in Catmon City,Cebu, Philippines. She was born to Jesus Cerilles Cavada, Sr. & Antipas Sususco Cavada. With the passing of her mother at a young age, and subsequent marriage of her widowed father to Felicidad Orlanes Cavada, she became part of a “Yours + Mine=Ours'' blended family woven together by choice, strengthened by love, tested by everything, and uniquely Cavada totalling 12 siblings. (Exuperio,Sincletica,Ursicina, Salustia, Rhodora, Jesus, Jr., Cecilio,Fe Telesforo, Corazon, Virginia, and Virgil) She attended Cebu Normal College, receiving her Bachelor’s of Science in Education and became an elementary school teacher in Cantabaco,Toledo City, Cebu, PH. California was her next destination, immigrating to the United States to marry her longtime penpal, Woodrow Norwoods. It was in sunny California where she joyfully reunited with her sister, Fe Musgrave. Next on her horizon was Chicago, Illinois. It was here in the Chicagoland area where she lived the remainder of her life. She began her treasured family- son, Joel, and daughter, Jenna Norwoods. She later married Cristinel Lupascu though eventually the marriage dissolved. Early years were spent living with her brother, Jesus Cavada Jr. (Jess) & Sister-in-law Precy in their Mayfield Avenue home. Many fond memories were created as the next generation of ‘Cavada’ cousins were raised. Her son, Joel, and nieces, Lida, Jennifer, and Honey Beth grew up together. For a time they were honored to have their grandparents with them (Jesus Cavada, Sr. & Felicidad O. Cavada). Soon thereafter, the family of her brother, Cecilio & wife, Eva, joined her in Northwest Chicago. The Cavada Cousins grew with the addition of Clyde, Clint, Cheryll, and Cecil. Later, Jenna completed the crew as the baby of the bunch in 1985. Careerwise, Julia soon found herself in the healthcare field at Norwegian American Hospital in the 1970s and 80s. She wore many hats as a CNA, OB Tech, and Unit Secretary. She created many long-lasting friendships while there. A new home was found in the heart of the Humboldt Park area. Carlota, her co-worker, became her close friend and Julia’s upstairs apartment neighbor. Collectively the Domantay family and her work family became her second family. But, in fact, Julie was considered family to so many. Beyond Norwegian Hospital, Julia served as a Social Worker for Boys & Girls Club of America and Aspire for disabled children and adults. She was also a DCFS Caseworker. She returned to her roots as a teacher at Love of Learning preschool and also teaching English/ Spanish classes on weekends. Her later years were spent as a marketer and recruiter for Home Health Physicians' Group. She was blessed to have four beautiful grandchildren: Geno & Marco (Joel & Regence Norwoods), and Juliana & Julian ( Jenna B. Norwoods & Anthony Lan). She was “Grandma Julie” to her many grandnieces, and grandnephews. Julia, Tita Julie, Nang Julie, Auntie Julie, Mommy Julie, Grandma Julie, Ma, Lola Julie was loved by many and will be dearly missed. Her smiling eyes, vibrancy, and her undeniable sassiness are not easily forgotten. She was the life of the party! What an ability she had to connect with others with such ease through laughter, dance, truth-telling,or genuine concern. Her wealth was in how she loved people well, even as she tried her best to live life in her own hardship as a single mother. She was not weighed down by the cares of life, but forged ahead with lightness, positivity, and hope. She was a strong woman. For many of us, after many a dance, many meals and laughs, and even many squabbles, she ended our times together with a loving hug, her red-lipstick kiss, and the reminder to pray. She reassured many, saying, “You’re going to be ok.”. It was clear despite it all, that her source of strength came from the Lord, her Creator, her Savior. We give thanks for a life of love that ultimately pointed us to Jesus. We give thanks to our Lord for granting her eternal rest. Blessed be the Lord; for he heard the words of my plea. The Lord is my helper and my defender; my heart hoped in him, and I am helped. And my flesh flowered again; and out of my will I shall acknowledge him. Psalms 28:6-8

Muriel T. McDarrah

Aug 30, 1936 - Jul 23, 2024

Chicago, IL

Muriel T. McDarrah, nee Flood, 87, of Chicago passed away on July 23, 2024. Beloved Mother of Myles (Christina), James (Patricia), Thomas (former spouse JoAnne), Julie (Sean) Philbin, Robert (Beth), Michael (former spouses Clarissa and Patricia).Proud and Cherished Grandmother of Myles III, Fiona, Nicole (Oscar), James, Joseph, Thomas, Daniel, Kathryn, Ryan (Michelle), Patrick (Susanna), Kyle, Robert, John, David (Cortney), Analise, Melissa (Timothy), Natalie (Sean), Kelley and the late Brandon. Great Grandmother to Trace, Conor, Chloe, Sean, Mabel, Evan, Eden, Isabella, Everly and Kemper.Devoted daughter of the late Muriel, nee Keneally, and Emmet Flood. Dear sister of Jack, Anne (the late Martin) Quinn and the late Emmet (the late Barbara), the late Mary (the late Martin) Wallace, the late William (the late Carol), the late Joseph (Mary Ann) Flood.Loving Aunt, cousin and friend to many. She will be missed by friends and family. Muriel loved her family, the arts, music and collecting antiques. Muriel enjoyed going out to comedy clubs and lunch with her family. Her greatest joy was spending time with her grandchildren!Visitation Tuesday, July 30th from 3pm-8pm at Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home located at 6150 N Cicero Chicago, IL 60646. Funeral Wednesday, July 31st prayers at 9am from Smith-Corcoran Funeral Home going to St Mary of the Woods Catholic Church for 10am mass, located at 6955 N Hiawatha Ave Chicago. Interment Mt. Carmel Cemetery, 1400 S Wolf Rd, Hillside, IL. More info 773-736-3833 or www.smithcorcoran.com.

Martha Sichau

Oct 25, 1928 - Jul 21, 2024

Chicago, IL

Martha Sichau , age 95, of Chicago , Il. Passed away peacefully on July 21, 2024, in her home.Martha was the loving sister to Otto Sichua, Henry Sichau and Margaret Elsie. Fond Aunt of Susan Harvey , Gale Van De Roovaart and Eileen Palmieri. Martha was also a Great Aunt to many nieces and nephews.Martha spent her career years as an Executive Secretary for many companies while enjoying free time traveling. More than anything, Martha loved The Lord. Her church was in her heart and spent all her time in fellowship, serving the Lord.Martha is loved by many and will be missed by all.

Shirley Vaughn

Died : Jul 25, 2024

Chicago, IL

St Thomas The Apostle Church 5472 S Kimbark Ave Chicago, IL 60619 July 25, 2024 Wake: 10:00am ~ 11:00am Funeral: 11:00am ~ 12:00pm

Harold Hindmon

Died : Jul 28, 2024

Chicago, IL

Leak and Sons Funeral Home 7838 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Chicago, IL 60619 July 28, 2024 Wake: 1:00pm ~ 2:00pm Funeral: 2:00pm ~ 3:00pm

Katie Watson

Died : Jul 27, 2024

Chicago, IL

Greater Omega Church 135 W 79th Chicago, IL 60628 July 27, 2024 Wake: 10:00am ~ 11:00am Funeral: 11:00am ~ 12:00pm

Mary Rawls - Craft

Died : Jul 26, 2024

Chicago, IL

Holy Zion M B C 1258 W. 103rd Chicago, IL 60629 July 26, 2024 Wake: 10:00am ~ 11:00am Funeral: 11:00am ~ 12:00pm

Vanfrederick Sanders

Died : Jul 26, 2024

Chicago, IL

Leak and Sons Funeral Home 7838 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Chicago, IL 60619 July 26, 2024 Wake: 10:00am ~ 11:00am Funeral: 11:00am ~ 12:00pm

Ronald Rich

Died : Jul 27, 2024

Chicago, IL

Leak and Sons Funeral Home 7838 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Chicago, IL 60619 July 27, 2024 Wake: 10:00am ~ 11:00am Funeral: 11:00am ~ 12:00pm

Justin Cooper

Died : Jul 29, 2024

Chicago, IL

Leak and Sons Funeral Home 7838 S. Cottage Grove Ave. Chicago, IL 60619 July 29, 2024 Wake: 10:00am ~ 11:00am Funeral: 11:00am ~ 12:00pm