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In Memory of Gregory Davis Kunkel
September 1, 2026
Gregory Davis Kunkel, 68, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2026. A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, Greg was deeply loved by his family and many friends.
He will be remembered for his generosity, kindness, loyalty, and his remarkable ability to bring people together. Greg had a lifelong passion for golf and sports and was proudly inducted into the Western Golf Association Caddy Hall of Fame. He also founded the Sunset Ridge Country Club Scholarship to support caddies, employees, and their families.
Visitation will be held on Monday, September 7, 2026, from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. at N. H. Scott & Hanekamp Funeral Home, 1240 Waukegan Rd., Glenview, Illinois.
The Funeral Mass will take place on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, at 10:30 a.m. at St. Philip the Apostle Catholic Church, 1962 Old Willow Rd., Northfield, Illinois.
In lieu of flowers, donations in Gregory’s memory may be made to the Greek American Health Services Foundation or the Sunset Ridge Country Club Scholarship Fund.
Greg will be deeply missed and fondly remembered by all who knew and loved him. We deeply thank Deborah for her compassionate and loving heart for the Greek American Rehabilitation & Care Centre.
In Memory of Dominic R Fichera
July 12, 1931 - July 25, 2026
Dominic R. Fichera, age 95, of Glenview, Illinois, was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, attorney, and friend.
A lifelong Chicagoan and graduate of DePaul University and its law school, Dominic was a respected personal injury attorney and partner at Fichera & Miller, P.C. He dedicated his career to helping others and believed that practicing law was both a profession and a responsibility.
Dominic will be remembered for his quick wit, wonderful sense of humor, love of sports—especially golf—and his deep devotion to his family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Kay; his children, Cristina, John, and Dominique; and his six grandchildren.
Visitation will be held Wednesday, August 5, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at Donnellan Family Funeral Services, 10045 Skokie Blvd., Skokie, Illinois.
Elaine Panos
1928 - July 26, 2026
Elaine Panos passed away peacefully on July 26, 2026, at the age of 97. She was a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, devoted to her family, faith, and Greek heritage.
Known for her warmth, hospitality, and love of cooking and creating, Elaine was truly the heart of her family. She is now reunited with her beloved husband, Paul, with whom she shared 70 wonderful years of marriage.
She leaves behind her children, grandchildren, great-grandchildren, extended family, and many dear friends who will always remember her with love.
May her memory be eternal.
In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Elaine’s memory to the Greek American Rehabilitation and Care Centre, 220 1st St., Wheeling, IL 60090.
Michael Dimitrios Venetos
April 22, 1931 — July 2, 2026
Michael “Maki” Venetos, age 95, fell asleep in the Lord on July 2, 2026. He was born on the island of Chios, Greece, on April 22, 1931, and immigrated to the United States at the age of 17. He served in the U.S. Army and worked for many years as an electronics engineer.
Maki was a devoted husband, father, and grandfather who deeply loved his family, exercise, Greece, and the United States. He is now reunited with his beloved wife, Despina, after 68 years of marriage.
He is survived by his sons, James and Isidore, his grandsons, Michael and John, and many loving relatives and friends.
Visitation and funeral services will be held on Friday, July 10, at St. Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Chicago, with the funeral service beginning at 11:00 a.m. Interment will follow at Elmwood Cemetery.
Alice Zapas
July 4, 1920 — August 13, 2026
Alice Zapas (née Tomaras), 106, of Long Grove, Illinois, passed away after a remarkable life devoted to her family and Greek heritage. Beloved wife of the late Gus S. Zapas, she was the loving mother of Clarice (Tom) Coutretsis, grandmother of four, and cherished great-grandmother of ten. Alice will be remembered for her kindness, gentle spirit, generosity, and deep love for her family. She was deeply loved and will be greatly missed.
