Obituaries

North Shore Death Notices: Oct. 10 To Oct. 16

Recent obituaries and upcoming services on Chicago's North Shore.

North Shore funeral homes published the death notices below between Oct. 10 to Oct. 16, 2023.
North Shore funeral homes published the death notices below between Oct. 10 to Oct. 16, 2023. (Patch)

The following death notices were added to funeral homes serving the North Shore area in the past week. Those homes have provided obituaries for some of those that have passed away recently. Patch offers condolences to their loved ones, links to their obituaries and notices of upcoming services below.

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Harriet M. Arenson, 103, Lincolnshire
Service Oct. 18

Sylvia Nagelberg née Jacobson, 94, Lincolnwood
Service Oct. 19

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Paula Elaine Hoffman née Schmetter, 92, Skokie
Service Oct. 19

Diane Maurine Miller, 80, Pilot Point, Texas
Service Oct. 20

Lionel J. Rothbard, 102, Glenview
Service Oct. 23

Marvin "Marv" Gassman, 82, Highland Park

Frances Bohm née Heller, 76, Northbrook

Barry E. Blaustein, 71, Chicago

Edward Delgadillo, 70, Bristol, Wisconsin

Ruth Colby née Cohen, 69, Mokena

Marcia E. Rosing, 67, Chicago

Raymond W. Pettinger, 78, Lake Villa
Service Oct. 17

Maureen McRaith McGowan, 78, New York City
Service Oct. 20


Weinstein & Piser Funeral Home, 111 Skokie Blvd. in Wilmette

Melvyn De Matoff, 89, Chicago
Service Oct. 18

Herbert Braidman, 88, Northbrook
Service Oct. 19

Lorene Elizabeth Hutchinson née McNutt, 92, Libertyville
Service Oct. 19


Featured Obituary:

Peter Christian Heck, age 64, of Glencoe, formerly of Northfield, IL, passed away peacefully on October 9th, 2023, in his home surrounded by his loving family.

He was born on July 1st, 1959, on Whidbey Island, Washington, to Edward Heck and Nordis Nelson.

Peter's academic journey led him to the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he graduated in 1983 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics. He embarked on a distinguished career, dedicating nearly 23 years to Alliant Insurance Services (formerly Mesirow Financial), where he rose to the position of Senior Vice President.

On July 9th, 1988, he married the love of his life, Linda Bendix Heck, in a joyous ceremony at the Trinity United Methodist Church of Wilmette. Their union was a source of strength and happiness throughout their adventure together.

Beyond his professional achievements, Peter was a member of Skokie Country Club, where he shared many wonderful moments with friends. His life was marked by a multitude of interests and passions. An avid adventurist, road tripper, windsurfer, backgammon hustler, and sunrise sea glass enthusiast, Peter found beauty and wonder in the world around him.

In his youth, Peter was recognized as the New Trier West Varsity Football MVP. On the golf course, he demonstrated skill and sportsmanship, achieving the title of Skokie Country Club A Flight Golf Champion. His prowess wasn't limited to the gridiron or green, as he also secured victories as part of the Skokie Country Club Paddle Team. His talents extended to the realm of music, including the piano, guitar, and composing playful adlib songs for anyone lucky enough to be within earshot.
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