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Roger Alan Curran

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Randy W. Henning Jr.

Randy W. Henning Jr.

Aug 10, 2025

Randy W. Henning Jr., age 50, beloved father, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away August 10, 2025, surrounded by people who loved him almost as much as he loved making them laugh. Born and raised in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, graduated from Bremen High School, and attended Northern Illinois University in DeKalb as part of the PHI...

Leah Freundt

Leah Freundt

Aug 5, 2025

Leah R. Freundt nee Tippet, age 83, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away August 5, 2025. Parishioner of St. Julie Billiart Church in Tinley Park, IL. She enjoyed playing cards, ceramics, movies and spending time with her sister, cousins, and friends.

Leah was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Freundt; Leah is survived and missed by her loving...

Donald O'Heir

Donald O'Heir

Jul 31, 2025

Donald Raymond O'Heir, age 89, of Orland Park, IL, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025. A devoted family man and respected professional, Don lived a full and generous life rooted in love, faith, and service.

Don dedicated many years to Jewel, where he worked with integrity and pride, retiring as a store manager in 1992. His calm leadership and steady...

Marinko Gruin

Marinko Gruin

Jul 30, 2025

Potpuna osmrtnica će uskoro biti objavljena.Pridružite nam se 4. avgusta od 16 časova do početka sahrane u 19 časova.

A complete obituary will be placed soon. Please join us on August 4th from 4 pm until funeral at 7 pm.

Thomas Kawka

Thomas Kawka

Jul 27, 2025

Thomas Joseph Kawka, 86, of Orland Park, IL, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on July 27, 2025.

Born on September 29, 1938, in Chicago, IL, Thomas was the youngest of five children born to Constantine and Harriet (Sokolowski) Kawka. He graduated from Fenwick High School and went on to earn his bachelor's degree from Loyola University,...

MaryAnn Gawley

MaryAnn Gawley

Jul 25, 2025

MaryAnn Gawley, age 95, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, in Valparaiso, Indiana. A longtime former resident of Tinley Park, MaryAnn was the beloved wife of the late Severin Gawley.

She was the devoted mother of Thomas (Diane) Gawley, Severin "Ted" (Susan) Gawley, Nanci (Ken) Fisher, Tim (Nancy) Gawley, and the late Cheryl Gawley. Cherished grandmother of Kelle (Sean)...

Thomas Peter Vander Sanden

Thomas Peter Vander Sanden

Jul 23, 2025

Thomas Peter Vander Sanden, age 88, of Tinley Park, IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at his home for the last year, Smith Crossing. Tom was born in Harrison, Wisconsin, on February 16, 1937 to Martin and Alida (Swan) Vander Sanden. He earned his degree in engineering from Wausau Technical College and moved to Tinley Park, IL to begin...

Slavica Teovska

Slavica Teovska

Jul 22, 2025

Slavica Teovska, age 73, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away July 22, 2025. Devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. Parishioner of Macedonian Orthodox Church Sv Kiril i Metodij in Willowbrook, IL. Slavica had a beautiful singing voice and loved singing in her church choir. She always had a smile on her face, was always open to learning new things,...

Thomas Yacobozzi

Thomas Yacobozzi

Jul 21, 2025

Tommy passed away peacefully with his family by his side. He is survived by his son, TJ (Chrissy), grandson Asher, father Tom (Dorothy), sister Lisa (Tom), brother Dave (Anne), and the love of his life JoAnn. He is preceded in death by his daughter Christa, mother Jean, and grandparents, aunts, and uncles.

He was a great mechanic for many years....

Roger Alan Curran

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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...

Randy W. Henning Jr.

Randy W. Henning Jr.

Aug 10, 2025

Randy W. Henning Jr., age 50, beloved father, son, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away August 10, 2025, surrounded by people who loved him almost as much as he loved making them laugh. Born and raised in the southwest suburbs of Chicago, graduated from Bremen High School, and attended Northern Illinois University in DeKalb as part of the PHI...

Leah Freundt

Leah Freundt

Aug 5, 2025

Leah R. Freundt nee Tippet, age 83, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away August 5, 2025. Parishioner of St. Julie Billiart Church in Tinley Park, IL. She enjoyed playing cards, ceramics, movies and spending time with her sister, cousins, and friends.

Leah was preceded in death by her husband, Kenneth Freundt; Leah is survived and missed by her loving...

Donald O'Heir

Donald O'Heir

Jul 31, 2025

Donald Raymond O'Heir, age 89, of Orland Park, IL, passed away peacefully on July 31, 2025. A devoted family man and respected professional, Don lived a full and generous life rooted in love, faith, and service.

Don dedicated many years to Jewel, where he worked with integrity and pride, retiring as a store manager in 1992. His calm leadership and steady...

Marinko Gruin

Marinko Gruin

Jul 30, 2025

Potpuna osmrtnica će uskoro biti objavljena.Pridružite nam se 4. avgusta od 16 časova do početka sahrane u 19 časova.

A complete obituary will be placed soon. Please join us on August 4th from 4 pm until funeral at 7 pm.

Thomas Kawka

Thomas Kawka

Jul 27, 2025

Thomas Joseph Kawka, 86, of Orland Park, IL, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his family on July 27, 2025.

Born on September 29, 1938, in Chicago, IL, Thomas was the youngest of five children born to Constantine and Harriet (Sokolowski) Kawka. He graduated from Fenwick High School and went on to earn his bachelor's degree from Loyola University,...

MaryAnn Gawley

MaryAnn Gawley

Jul 25, 2025

MaryAnn Gawley, age 95, passed away peacefully on July 25, 2025, in Valparaiso, Indiana. A longtime former resident of Tinley Park, MaryAnn was the beloved wife of the late Severin Gawley.

She was the devoted mother of Thomas (Diane) Gawley, Severin "Ted" (Susan) Gawley, Nanci (Ken) Fisher, Tim (Nancy) Gawley, and the late Cheryl Gawley. Cherished grandmother of Kelle (Sean)...

Thomas Peter Vander Sanden

Thomas Peter Vander Sanden

Jul 23, 2025

Thomas Peter Vander Sanden, age 88, of Tinley Park, IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 23, 2025 at his home for the last year, Smith Crossing. Tom was born in Harrison, Wisconsin, on February 16, 1937 to Martin and Alida (Swan) Vander Sanden. He earned his degree in engineering from Wausau Technical College and moved to Tinley Park, IL to begin...

Slavica Teovska

Slavica Teovska

Jul 22, 2025

Slavica Teovska, age 73, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away July 22, 2025. Devoted mother, grandmother, sister, and aunt. Parishioner of Macedonian Orthodox Church Sv Kiril i Metodij in Willowbrook, IL. Slavica had a beautiful singing voice and loved singing in her church choir. She always had a smile on her face, was always open to learning new things,...

Thomas Yacobozzi

Thomas Yacobozzi

Jul 21, 2025

Tommy passed away peacefully with his family by his side. He is survived by his son, TJ (Chrissy), grandson Asher, father Tom (Dorothy), sister Lisa (Tom), brother Dave (Anne), and the love of his life JoAnn. He is preceded in death by his daughter Christa, mother Jean, and grandparents, aunts, and uncles.

He was a great mechanic for many years....

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