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Charles Graefen
Sep 15, 2025
Charles "Chuck" E. GraefenAge 86, late of Tinley Park, IL.
Beloved husband of Bette Graefen (née Bechstein). Loving father of Charles D. (Loretta), Scott (Darlene), and Jeff (Chris) Graefen. Proud and caring grandfather of Lauren, Nicole, George, Oscar, Amber, CJ, and Charlie, and cherished great-grandfather of five. Dear brother of Edward Graefen and the late Ann Parker. Fond uncle to...
Nancy Hennecke
Sep 13, 2025
Nancy L. Hennecke, nee Bergeron, age 89. Beloved wife of the late Curt F. Loving mother of Dr. Ellen M. (Gregory Lave) Hennecke and Curt F. Hennecke. Loving grandmother of Curt and Dylan. Dear sister of the late Eugene (Carolyn) and Kenneth (Karen) Bergeron. Retired teacher at St. Bede the Venerable Catholic School with over 25 years of dedicated services....
John "Jake" E. Gorman
Sep 11, 2025
John "Jake" E. Gorman, age 66, late of Ottawa, IL, passed away September 11, 2025. Devoted brother and uncle. Avid golfer, hunter, and fisherman. He loved the outdoors. John could always be found in a tree stand or casting a line in the river. He started his career as a tool maker and later moved into becoming a die design...
John Fenili EdD
Sep 9, 2025
John P. Fenili, EdD, known to his family as Jack, age 84, of Mokena, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2025 after extended illness.
Born June 29, 1941, in Joliet, he was the son of Clarice (Desiderio) and Joseph Fenili. He attended Fairmont Grade School, then Sacred Heart Grade School Joliet, south side, was a graduate of Joliet Catholic High, class of...
Edward Cammire
Sep 3, 2025
Edward L. “Butch” Cammire, age 77, late of New Lenox, IL.
Loving father of Charlie (Lucille) Cammire and the late Lisa Ann. Proud grandfather of Caleb, Noah, and Eleanor. Dear brother of Charlie (Louise) Cammire and Linda (Bill) Frankenberger. Longtime friend of Paul Graefen.
Ed, affectionately known as Butch, devoted his career to the railroad, working for various companies over the years...
Jim Biesen
Sep 2, 2025
Jim R. Biesen, 71, late New Lenox. Beloved husband of Robin Biesen née Rady. Loving father of Erin (Jason) Moncek, Eric (Becki Hoffman) Biesen. Proud paw of Benjamin and Hank. Caring brother of John (Maryanne), Marilyn (Bob) Stone, the late Bill (Pam) Biesen. Kind brother in law, uncle, an friend of many.
Memorial gathering will be held Monday, September 08, 2025,...
Patrick Stack
Sep 1, 2025
Patrick StackPatrick Stack, 62, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025, surrounded by his adoring family.
Pat, as he was lovingly known, was the hardest working man, fittingly passing on Labor Day. He was the kindest father, a devoted husband, and a man who never had an enemy. Pat's warmth, smile, and hugs left a lasting impression on everyone...
Clifford Alsager
Aug 30, 2025
Clifford J. Alsager, age 82, late of Orland Park, IL and formerly of Olympia Fields, IL, passed away August 30, 2025. U.S. Army Veteran. Devoted husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. Longtime parishioner of St. Francis of Assisi Church in Orland Park, IL. Clifford worked in the financial industry his whole life. Most recently as a Financial Consultant at Morgan Stanley for...
Char Spiess
Aug 30, 2025
Char Spiess nee Marchbank, age 80, late of Homer Glen, IL, passed away August 30, 2025. Devoted companion, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt. She worked at the New Lenox Lumber Yard for roughly 30 years. Char doted over breeding and showing champion Dobermans and Dalmatians. She enjoyed riding and taking care of horses. She belonged to Stone City Kennel...
Roger Alan Curran
Aug 25, 2025
Roger Alan Curran, age 68, of Orland Park, IL, passed away peacefully at his home on August 25, 2025. Roger was born on September 20th, 1956, to parents Robert and Jean Curran and grew up in Blue Island, Illinois before moving to Palos Heights, Illinois. Roger graduated from Carl Sandburg High School in 1974. He began his career as a...
Mark Henderson
Aug 23, 2025
Mark Jeffrey Henderson, 63, of Frankfort , Illinois , passed away on Friday August 22, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Beverly Henderson. Mark leaves behind a devoted daughter, Tori Henderson and a sister, Lori Bedford ( Winston) , as well as his niece ,Lauren Boyle and his nephew Jonathon Bedford. Mark was a skilled...
Florence Ball
Aug 23, 2025
Florence “Flo” Ann Ball, 94, late of Plainfield, formerly of Frankfort, IL.
Beloved wife of the late John “Jack” Ball. Loving mother of the late Larry Ball, Sharon (Richard) Mikula, and Cindy (Michael) Fuchs. Cherished grandmother of Dawn Jost, Kevin (Katelyn) Fuchs, Tania (Jordan) Kneynsberg, Kayla (Gavin) Wright, and Bridget (Raymond) Craig. Proud great-grandmother of Kendall Jost, Ryan Jost, Kenton Fuchs,...
Andrew McCarthy
Aug 22, 2025
Andrew McCarthy, age 81, of Mokena, passed away on August 22, 2025.
Andy was born in County Wexford, Ireland, and came to America in 1952, settling in Canaryville. It was there, while attending school, that he met the love of his life, Sandra Gagen. Andy sat behind her in class and playfully dipped her hair in the inkwell at his desk....
Susan Mezykowski
Aug 20, 2025
Susan Rosalie Mezykowski (née Pistone), age 83, of Frankfort, Illinois formerly of West Haven, Connecticut, entered the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on August 20, 2025.
Beloved wife of David Mezykowski, with whom she shared a blessed marriage since April 16, 1977. Loving mother of Linda (Joe) Yarish and Angela (Craig) Ashley. Proud and caring grandmother of Shane Lang, Dustin (Nadia)...
Vincent Shilney
Aug 20, 2025
Vincent Shilney, age 97, passed away on August 20, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Vincent proudly served his country in the United States Navy and remained active in honoring fellow veterans throughout his life. He was a member of the American Legion in Tinley Park, and participated in the 2014 Honor Flight. He could often be found enjoying breakfast at...
Sally Carey
Aug 20, 2025
Sally Carey, 74, of Mokena, Illinois, passed away on August 20, 2025.
She was born on January 6, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, to John and Georgina Haddock. Sally graduated from Rich Central High School in 1969. Shortly after, she met the love of her life, Alan Carey, at the Dog 'n Suds in Homewood, Illinois. They married in 1970 and went...
Gilbert Langlois
Aug 18, 2025
Gilbert "Gil" Langlois, age 83, late of Mokena, IL.
Proud U.S. Air Force Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Janet (Duffy) Langlois. Loving father of Gina (Jeffrey) Janas and Gilbert Langlois II (Catherine Oleson). Devoted grandfather of Jeffrey T. (Kayla) Janas, Jenna Janas (Jaden Gardner) and Owen Langlois, and numerous sisters-in-laws, brothers-in-laws, adored nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death...
Patrick O'Hagan
Aug 17, 2025
Patrick J. O'Hagan, 93, of late Tinley Park, IL. Proud U.S. Army Korean War Veteran.
Beloved husband of the late Patricia O'Hagan (née Thein). Loving father of Michael (Beth), Timothy (Michelle), Matthew (Lori), Kevin (Cindy), and Brian (Kelly). Cherished grandfather of Michael, Taylor (Mohammed), Emma, Declan, Abigail, Daniel, and Connor. Adored great-grandfather of Alia and Zayan. Fond uncle to many.
Patrick was...
Joseph Jude Rottman
Aug 14, 2025
Joseph Jude Rottman, age 77, of Mokena, Illinois, passed away on August 14, 2025. Joe was born on January 30, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois, to Grover and Helen Rottman.
He was a loving son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather. A devout Catholic, he was known for his extraordinary kindness, devotion to family, and zest for life.
Joe was married to his beloved...
Nancy Bussean
Aug 12, 2025
Nancy BusseanNancy Bussean, 80, of Mokena, passed away on August 12, 2025. She was born on August 12, 1945.
Nancy is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Fred Bussean; her children, Jennifer (Joe) Brandon and Tim (Karen) Bussean; siblings, Jim (Debra) Doolan and Bev (the late John) Grande; grandchildren, Allie (Justin) Hedman, Jack Lundquist, Emma Lundquist, Liv Bussean, Logan...
Charles Graefen
Sep 15, 2025
Charles "Chuck" E. GraefenAge 86, late of Tinley Park, IL.
Beloved husband of Bette Graefen (née Bechstein). Loving father of Charles D. (Loretta), Scott (Darlene), and Jeff (Chris) Graefen. Proud and caring grandfather of Lauren, Nicole, George, Oscar, Amber, CJ, and Charlie, and cherished great-grandfather of five. Dear brother of Edward Graefen and the late Ann Parker. Fond uncle to...
Nancy Hennecke
Sep 13, 2025
Nancy L. Hennecke, nee Bergeron, age 89. Beloved wife of the late Curt F. Loving mother of Dr. Ellen M. (Gregory Lave) Hennecke and Curt F. Hennecke. Loving grandmother of Curt and Dylan. Dear sister of the late Eugene (Carolyn) and Kenneth (Karen) Bergeron. Retired teacher at St. Bede the Venerable Catholic School with over 25 years of dedicated services....
John "Jake" E. Gorman
Sep 11, 2025
John "Jake" E. Gorman, age 66, late of Ottawa, IL, passed away September 11, 2025. Devoted brother and uncle. Avid golfer, hunter, and fisherman. He loved the outdoors. John could always be found in a tree stand or casting a line in the river. He started his career as a tool maker and later moved into becoming a die design...
John Fenili EdD
Sep 9, 2025
John P. Fenili, EdD, known to his family as Jack, age 84, of Mokena, passed away Tuesday, September 9, 2025 after extended illness.
Born June 29, 1941, in Joliet, he was the son of Clarice (Desiderio) and Joseph Fenili. He attended Fairmont Grade School, then Sacred Heart Grade School Joliet, south side, was a graduate of Joliet Catholic High, class of...
Edward Cammire
Sep 3, 2025
Edward L. “Butch” Cammire, age 77, late of New Lenox, IL.
Loving father of Charlie (Lucille) Cammire and the late Lisa Ann. Proud grandfather of Caleb, Noah, and Eleanor. Dear brother of Charlie (Louise) Cammire and Linda (Bill) Frankenberger. Longtime friend of Paul Graefen.
Ed, affectionately known as Butch, devoted his career to the railroad, working for various companies over the years...
Jim Biesen
Sep 2, 2025
Jim R. Biesen, 71, late New Lenox. Beloved husband of Robin Biesen née Rady. Loving father of Erin (Jason) Moncek, Eric (Becki Hoffman) Biesen. Proud paw of Benjamin and Hank. Caring brother of John (Maryanne), Marilyn (Bob) Stone, the late Bill (Pam) Biesen. Kind brother in law, uncle, an friend of many.
Memorial gathering will be held Monday, September 08, 2025,...
Patrick Stack
Sep 1, 2025
Patrick StackPatrick Stack, 62, passed away peacefully on September 1, 2025, surrounded by his adoring family.
Pat, as he was lovingly known, was the hardest working man, fittingly passing on Labor Day. He was the kindest father, a devoted husband, and a man who never had an enemy. Pat's warmth, smile, and hugs left a lasting impression on everyone...
Clifford Alsager
Aug 30, 2025
Clifford J. Alsager, age 82, late of Orland Park, IL and formerly of Olympia Fields, IL, passed away August 30, 2025. U.S. Army Veteran. Devoted husband, father, grandfather, and uncle. Longtime parishioner of St. Francis of Assisi Church in Orland Park, IL. Clifford worked in the financial industry his whole life. Most recently as a Financial Consultant at Morgan Stanley for...
Char Spiess
Aug 30, 2025
Char Spiess nee Marchbank, age 80, late of Homer Glen, IL, passed away August 30, 2025. Devoted companion, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and aunt. She worked at the New Lenox Lumber Yard for roughly 30 years. Char doted over breeding and showing champion Dobermans and Dalmatians. She enjoyed riding and taking care of horses. She belonged to Stone City Kennel...
Roger Alan Curran
Aug 25, 2025
Roger Alan Curran, age 68, of Orland Park, IL, passed away peacefully at his home on August 25, 2025. Roger was born on September 20th, 1956, to parents Robert and Jean Curran and grew up in Blue Island, Illinois before moving to Palos Heights, Illinois. Roger graduated from Carl Sandburg High School in 1974. He began his career as a...
Mark Henderson
Aug 23, 2025
Mark Jeffrey Henderson, 63, of Frankfort , Illinois , passed away on Friday August 22, 2025. He was preceded in death by his parents, Wayne and Beverly Henderson. Mark leaves behind a devoted daughter, Tori Henderson and a sister, Lori Bedford ( Winston) , as well as his niece ,Lauren Boyle and his nephew Jonathon Bedford. Mark was a skilled...
Florence Ball
Aug 23, 2025
Florence “Flo” Ann Ball, 94, late of Plainfield, formerly of Frankfort, IL.
Beloved wife of the late John “Jack” Ball. Loving mother of the late Larry Ball, Sharon (Richard) Mikula, and Cindy (Michael) Fuchs. Cherished grandmother of Dawn Jost, Kevin (Katelyn) Fuchs, Tania (Jordan) Kneynsberg, Kayla (Gavin) Wright, and Bridget (Raymond) Craig. Proud great-grandmother of Kendall Jost, Ryan Jost, Kenton Fuchs,...
Andrew McCarthy
Aug 22, 2025
Andrew McCarthy, age 81, of Mokena, passed away on August 22, 2025.
Andy was born in County Wexford, Ireland, and came to America in 1952, settling in Canaryville. It was there, while attending school, that he met the love of his life, Sandra Gagen. Andy sat behind her in class and playfully dipped her hair in the inkwell at his desk....
Susan Mezykowski
Aug 20, 2025
Susan Rosalie Mezykowski (née Pistone), age 83, of Frankfort, Illinois formerly of West Haven, Connecticut, entered the loving arms of her Lord and Savior on August 20, 2025.
Beloved wife of David Mezykowski, with whom she shared a blessed marriage since April 16, 1977. Loving mother of Linda (Joe) Yarish and Angela (Craig) Ashley. Proud and caring grandmother of Shane Lang, Dustin (Nadia)...
Vincent Shilney
Aug 20, 2025
Vincent Shilney, age 97, passed away on August 20, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Vincent proudly served his country in the United States Navy and remained active in honoring fellow veterans throughout his life. He was a member of the American Legion in Tinley Park, and participated in the 2014 Honor Flight. He could often be found enjoying breakfast at...
Sally Carey
Aug 20, 2025
Sally Carey, 74, of Mokena, Illinois, passed away on August 20, 2025.
She was born on January 6, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, to John and Georgina Haddock. Sally graduated from Rich Central High School in 1969. Shortly after, she met the love of her life, Alan Carey, at the Dog 'n Suds in Homewood, Illinois. They married in 1970 and went...
Gilbert Langlois
Aug 18, 2025
Gilbert "Gil" Langlois, age 83, late of Mokena, IL.
Proud U.S. Air Force Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Janet (Duffy) Langlois. Loving father of Gina (Jeffrey) Janas and Gilbert Langlois II (Catherine Oleson). Devoted grandfather of Jeffrey T. (Kayla) Janas, Jenna Janas (Jaden Gardner) and Owen Langlois, and numerous sisters-in-laws, brothers-in-laws, adored nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death...
Patrick O'Hagan
Aug 17, 2025
Patrick J. O'Hagan, 93, of late Tinley Park, IL. Proud U.S. Army Korean War Veteran.
Beloved husband of the late Patricia O'Hagan (née Thein). Loving father of Michael (Beth), Timothy (Michelle), Matthew (Lori), Kevin (Cindy), and Brian (Kelly). Cherished grandfather of Michael, Taylor (Mohammed), Emma, Declan, Abigail, Daniel, and Connor. Adored great-grandfather of Alia and Zayan. Fond uncle to many.
Patrick was...
Joseph Jude Rottman
Aug 14, 2025
Joseph Jude Rottman, age 77, of Mokena, Illinois, passed away on August 14, 2025. Joe was born on January 30, 1948 in Chicago, Illinois, to Grover and Helen Rottman.
He was a loving son, brother, husband, father, and grandfather. A devout Catholic, he was known for his extraordinary kindness, devotion to family, and zest for life.
Joe was married to his beloved...
Nancy Bussean
Aug 12, 2025
Nancy BusseanNancy Bussean, 80, of Mokena, passed away on August 12, 2025. She was born on August 12, 1945.
Nancy is survived by her loving husband of 59 years, Fred Bussean; her children, Jennifer (Joe) Brandon and Tim (Karen) Bussean; siblings, Jim (Debra) Doolan and Bev (the late John) Grande; grandchildren, Allie (Justin) Hedman, Jack Lundquist, Emma Lundquist, Liv Bussean, Logan...
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