Beecher Funeral Home

Rosario T. Chi, the only daughter of Angelita Lim, was born on September 28, 1944 in the Philippines. She was a woman whose life embodied laughter, joy, food and an unwavering devotion to God, family and friends.

She moved to Kansas City in 1966 to study biochemistry. In Kansas City, Rosario met Robert Chi whom she married in 1968 and then had her first child, Neil Chi in 1969.  She eventually planted her roots in Illinois where she has another child, Amy Chi in 1975.  She lived the rest of her days in Olympia Fields, IL where she raised her two children who studied medicine.

She worked full time as a medical technologist at Oak Forest Hospital for 30 years and then part time at St Francis hospital after retirement.

Rosario’s two passions were her family and God. Rosario felt that her greatest accomplishment was raising her two children who would go on to help heal others. When her children left the home, she devoted her time to volunteering with Father Rookey. She gave communion to patients in the hospital and counseled those in need over the telephone. She also explored the world with her husband and family. She went on to travel throughout the United States, Canada, China and Europe.

Rosario also loved to laugh, cook, enjoy a good meal and go shopping. She had a way of making everyone feel comfortable and loved. She knew everyone and everyone knew her.

Rosario was most happy surrounded by family and friends. She was eventually blessed with a grandchild, Amilia, whom she would believe was a special gift from God. Rosario had a devotion to God that she shared with her family throughout her life. She shared the importance of fellowship, faith in miracles and the healing power of prayer.  Towards the end of Rosario’s life, her faith and love in God carried her through many challenges.

Rosario breathed her last breath on Nov 3, 2023 surrounded by her family. She continues to live in the hearts of all those she loved. Her laughter will remain at family gatherings and her warmth will always be felt in the home. Let us celebrate Rosario Chi, a woman who taught us to savor each bite, cherish family and have faith in God as our redeemer.

Memorial gathering and mass on Saturday, December 2^nd , 2023 from 10:00AM to 10:30AM, followed by a mass at 10:30am at St. Veronica Catholic Church (formally Infant Jesus of Prague) 1131 Douglas Avenue, Flossmoor, Illinois.   Inurnment:  Assumption Catholic Cemetery, 19500 Cottage Grove, Glenwood, Illinois.  Arrangements entrusted to Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home, 540 Dixie Hwy, Chicago Heights, IL.   Info:  (708) 754-0016

James W. Barnett age 87 longtime resident of Chicago Heights, Illinois passed away on November 11, 2023.  Loving husband of 68 years to Stella (nee Demitrowicz); beloved father to the late Carolyn (Nick) Doerr, Deborah (James) Mueller and Kimberly (John) Wargo.  Beautiful grandfather to Brianna Wargo, James Mueller II, Blake Mueller and Gabrielle (Edward) McGuire; great grandfather to Chase Mueller, Caroline McGuire and Elizabeth McGuire.  Cherished brother to Mary (late Robert) Hahn, Barbara (late Frank) Guinn, late Kenneth Barnett and late Corinne Burrow.  Preceded in death by his parents William and Mary (nee Webster) Barnett.

Visitation and service on Wednesday, November 15th from 2PM until the time of funeral service at 7PM at Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home, 540 Dixie Hwy. (at Joe Orr Rd.), Chicago Heights, IL 60411. Info:  (708) 754-0016.

Dominick Cannata, 74, formerly of Olympia Fields, IL, passed away peacefully on November 8th, 2023.  Born in Springfield, MA on September 4th, 1949, he was the son of the late Gaetano Sr. and Josephine (Arno) Cannata.

Dominick leaves his children Gina Clinnin and the late Kevin of Downers Grove, Jon Barlog and his wife Tracey of Orland Park, Elizabeth Cannata and her husband Michael Schroeder of Chicago, and Emily Cannata and her husband John Brelus of Chicago; his grandchildren Charlotte, Nathan, Henry, Jack and Ellie.  He is also survived by his siblings Gaetano Jr. “Tom” and his wife Nancy of Feeding Hills, MA, Anthony and his wife Karen of Cheshire, CT and Marianne Price of Springfield, MA, as well as many nieces and nephews.

Dominick was preceded in death by his two loving wives, JoAnn (Dobbin) Cannata and Mary (Markey) Cannata whom he cherished dearly.

Dominick graduated from Cathedral High School in Springfield, MA.  He received a bachelor’s degree in pre-med from Quincy University, a Masters in microbiology from Smith College and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from Case Western Reserve University. He owned his own family dental practice in Chicago Heights, IL.  He enjoyed caring for his thousands of patients for over 40 years.

Dominick loved the Red Sox and the New England Patriots.  He was a brilliant man whose knowledge of trivia was unmatched.  His close friends and family used to say that he would be their “phone a friend” if they were ever lucky enough to be on Who Wants to be a Millionaire?  Dominick loved music and took great pride in always having the perfect playlist for family parties, often filled with 60’s hits.

A private celebration of Dominick’s memory will be held at a later date.  Having lost both of his dear wives to ovarian cancer, memorial contributions in his name may be made to the National Ovarian Cancer Coalition

https://give.ovarian.org/

Arrangement entrusted to Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home, 540 Dixie Hwy. (at Joe Orr Rd.), Chicago Heights, IL 60411.

Jaun Licea  age 82 of Chicago Heights, Illinois passed away on November 6,  2023.  Beloved husband of the late Herlinda (Nee Bermudec).  Loving father of Maria Licea.  Cherished grandfather of Nayali, Bibliana, Yadhira and Joaquin Licea.  Fond brother of the late Gaudalupe, late Antonio, late Bernabe, Socorro, Margarita, Jose, Moises and Salvador Licea.  Dear uncle to several nieces and nephews.

Visitation Saturday, November 11^th from 8 A.M. until time of Mass 10:00 A.M. at Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home, 540 Dixie Hwy. (at Joe Orr Rd.), Chicago Heights, IL 60411. Interment: Assumption Catholic Cemetery. Info:  (708) 754-0016.

Jean H. Stawasz (Nee Lins)  age 97 of Arlington Heights, IL. formerly of Chicago Heights, IL. Passed away on November 2,  2023.  Beloved wife of the late Leonard.  Loving sister of the late Lucille (late Al) Hoover, the late Gladys “Pat” (late Walter) Koral and the late Harry (Liz) Lins.  Devoted aunt to many nephews.  She was a lover of animals, She was a receptionist at Franciscan St. James Hospital in Olympia Fields for many years and she was a very helpful and caring lady to everyone.

Visitation Friday, November 10, 2023 from 10:30 A.M. until time of funeral service 12 Noon  at Kerr-Parzygnot Funeral Home, 540 Dixie Hwy. (at Joe Orr Rd.), Chicago Heights, IL 60411. Interment: Assumption Catholic Cemetery. Info:  (708) 754-0016.