Obituaries
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From the archives: Patty Duke considered bringing play to Des Plaines TheatreMar 29, 2016 1:00 am - Editor's note: Patty Duke died Tuesday at the age of 69. This story originally ran on May 12, 2014. Actress Patty Duke, who earned an Oscar for her portrayal of Hel...
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Recalling Patty Duke's visits to Des Plaines, St. CharlesMar 28, 2016 11:00 pm - In 2011 before her visit to St. Charles, I asked actress Patty Duke if she ever thought about death. "Oh, my God! Only every single day of my life!" she replied. "All th...
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Former NBA player, coach and GM Vince Boryla dies at 89
Mar 28, 2016 7:00 am - DENVER (AP) - Vince Boryla, a former player, coach and general manager in the NBA, died Sunday. He was 89. The death was confirmed by the Denver Nuggets and the Universi...
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Global Catholic Network founder Mother Angelica has died
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Former Aurora Mayor Albert McCoy steered city through tumultuous changesMar 28, 2016 1:00 am - As mayor of Aurora during the 1960s and 1970s, Albert McCoy guided his lifelong home through rapidly changing times. Under his guidance, the city established a fair hous...
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'Legends of the Fall' author Jim Harrison dead at 78
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Gary Planos, popular tournament host at Kapalua, dies
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Global Catholic Network founder Mother Angelica has died
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Aurora Township Clerk Ken Christy remembered for energy, dedication to jobMar 27, 2016 1:00 am - Ken Christy was remembered Sunday for his large personality and boundless dedication to his roles as Aurora Township clerk and president of the Illinois State Associatio...
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Jazz composer, professor David Baker dies at 84