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Raymond Kenneth Smith

Raymond Kenneth Smith

Mar 23, 2024

Raymond K. Smith, 91, late of Spooner, WI. Beloved husband of Gurine Smith. Loving father of Janet Hildebrand (Kevin Fuchs), Steven (Beverly) Smith, and the late Cheryl (Charles) Hoecker. Caring grandfather of Christopher Hildebrand, Jay Hildebrand, Jeffery Smith, Katherine Dorshorst, Kristina Peckman, Peter Hoecker, Matthew Hoecker, and great grandfather of Ashley Coleman, Skyler Wangler, Jared Hildebrand, Grayson Dorshorst, Maddox Dorshorst,...

Pasquale Michaelangelo John Iorio

Pasquale Michaelangelo John Iorio

Mar 23, 2024

Pasquale MichaelAngelo John Iorio, 76, late of Oak Lawn, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024. Pat was always spending time with his wife. If he wasn’t, you would find him in a garage, listening to Elvis Presley and working on an old car, or searching for the next Lionel Train to add to his...

Jeffrey L. Guendling

Jeffrey L. Guendling

Mar 20, 2024

Jeffrey Lynn Guendling, Mokena, Illinois resident Jeffrey Lynn Guendling passed away in his home on March 20, 2024. He was 64 years old. Jeffrey lived his entire life in Mokena. He was born to Frederick W. Guendling Jr. and Ardith Guendling on August 2, 1959, at Silver Cross Hospital. He came home from the hospital to the same house where...

Deloris Louise Janota

Deloris Louise Janota

Mar 19, 2024

Deloris Louise Janota (nee Argianas), age 101, late of Park Forest, IL passed away on March 19, 2024, at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL. Deloris got her bachelor’s degree at University of Illinois Urbana- Champaign. She then went on to get her master’s degree at Governors State University. Deloris taught speech therapy for roughly 35 years. She enjoyed playing bridge...

Joyce M. Vogel

Joyce M. Vogel

Mar 17, 2024

The beloved JOYCE MARIE VOGEL, 77, went to be with her Lord Jesus Christ, Sunday, March 17, 2024, while surrounded by her family. She was born on June 25, 1946, the daughter of Coletta and Anthony Vasios of Chicago, Il. Joyce married Thomas L. Vogel, Sr. on November 6, 1965. Their marriage began while Thomas was serving in the US...

Terry Lynn Rust

Terry Lynn Rust

Mar 16, 2024

Terry Lynn Rust née Nolden, 68, passed away on March 16, 2024. Beloved wife of Robert Rust Sr. Loving mother of Robert Jr.( Jacqueline), Bridget (Eric Fuchs), Joseph, and the late Tina. Proud grandmother Ashley, Quinn, Joselynn, Jacob, and great grandmother of Colton, Blake, and Hudson. Dear sister of Christine (Karl) Bogatitus and Carol (Joseph) Kaminsky. Preceded in death by...

Thomas "Tommie" James Youngren

Thomas "Tommie" James Youngren

Mar 15, 2024

Thomas "Tommie" James Youngren, 30, suddenly of Frankfort, IL. Beloved son of Mary Casey Youngren. Loving brother of the late Shane K. Youngren, Patrick Denton and Michael (Ara) Denton. Adored grandson of James J. Goldberg and Mary S. Donohoe. Proud uncle of Zach, Lucas, Michael, and Gabbie. Dear nephew of many aunts, uncles, cousins & friends. Long time love Jessica...

Marjory Kerr Baker

Marjory Kerr Baker

Mar 14, 2024

Marjory "Marnie" K. Baker, age 72, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away suddenly on March 14, 2024. She was born on April 1, 1951, in Tenafly, NJ. She moved with her family to Chatsworth, CA when she was in junior high and was a true "California Girl". Marnie was a self-made woman. Her high drive, willingness to learn, and...

Jeanne Louise Slattery

Jeanne Louise Slattery

Mar 12, 2024

Jeanne Louise Slattery, age 87, late of Orland Park, Beloved wife of Jack Slattery. Loving mother of Anita (Rick) Brown, Michael ( Denise), Mark (Christine). Proud grandmother of Dr. Ryan (Meagan), Megan (Brian) Urchell, Sean (Monica) Brown, Allison, Justin (Sydney), Paige Brown, Ben, and great grandmother of Will. Preceded in death by her parents Vernon and Louise and brother Charles...

James M. Mccombs

James M. Mccombs

Mar 11, 2024

James M. McCombs, age 89, late of Palos Heights, IL. United States Army Reserve. Beloved husband of Yolanda McCombs nee Spinazzola. Loving father of Sharon and Mark McCombs. Cherished grandfather of Rachel, Cassie, Madison Greenhill, Jimmy, Thomas, Daniel, Mary Kate McCombs. Caring brother of the late William (the late Betty) McCombs. Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death...

Joan R. Canniff

Joan R. Canniff

Mar 10, 2024

Joan R. Canniff nee Narkus age 87, late of Mokena, IL, passed away on March 10, 2024. Joan was born on July 16, 1936, in Chicago, IL. Graduate of Maria High School. the Class of 1954. Joan married the love of her life; Joseph Patrick Canniff Sr. on May 29, 1961, in Chicago IL. They were married 49 years until...

Joanne M. Adducci

Joanne M. Adducci

Mar 10, 2024

Joanne M. Adducci (nee White), age 90, late of South Holland, IL, passed away March 10, 2024, at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital. Joanne was born in Brownsville, MN on June 18, 1933. She was a long-time parishioner of St. Jude Church-Christ Our Savior Parish in South Holland, IL. Joanne was a choir member at St. Jude Church and would...

John Sasveld Jr.

John Sasveld Jr.

Mar 9, 2024

John Sasveld Jr., age 92, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away March 9, 2024, at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital surrounded by his family. John served in the U.S. Army 31st Infantry Regiment in the Korean War and was awarded, among others, the Combat Infantry Badge, Korean Service Medal and two Korean Presidential Unit Citation awards for participation in the...

Wayne Allen Underwood

Wayne Allen Underwood

Mar 7, 2024

Wayne A. Underwood, age 69, late of Mokena, IL passed away March 7th, 2024. Beloved spouse of Pauline Kontalonis. Loving father of Michelle Underwood (Tim O'Hagan) and Samantha (Zac) Putnam. Proud grandpa of Callahan, Cormac, and Declan. Dear brother of Ray, Donna, and Gregg Underwood. Caring uncle of Ray, Michael, Mark, and Crystal. Wayne had a big heart and loved...

Amanda "Mandy" Kuchta

Amanda "Mandy" Kuchta

Mar 2, 2024

Amanda "Mandy" Kuchta, age 39, late of Mokena, IL. Graduate Mokena Jr High, Lincoln-Way High School, class of 2002 and attended Joliet Junior College. Loving daughter of Anthony and Barbara Kuchta. Cherished sister of Matthew (Jennifer) Kuchta. Caring cousin of many. Preceded in death by her grandparents Rudolph & Sophie Kuchta, Erwin & Dorothy Beisel aunt and uncle Robert &...

Richard E. Kinder

Richard E. Kinder

Mar 2, 2024

Richard E. Kinder, age 77, late of Mokena, IL, passed away March 2, 2024, at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL. U.S Navy Veteran. Richard was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ in Mokena, IL. Avid fan of Butler University Basketball, Chicago Cubs, and the Chicago Bears. He enjoyed traveling with his wife Sheree and has been to...

Melissa L. Tetlow

Melissa L. Tetlow

Feb 29, 2024

Melissa Lynn Tetlow of Lockport, IL, age 32, passed away Thursday February 29, 2024 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, IL. Born January 14, 1992 at South Suburban Hospital in Hazel Crest, IL. Raised in Tinley Park & Lockport, Melissa graduated from Lockport Township High School & Joliet Junior College in Culinary Arts. She went on to become a...

Ellen M. Hallahan

Ellen M. Hallahan

Feb 25, 2024

Ellen M. Hallahan nee Werth, age 92, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Dennis Hallahan. Loving mother of the late Timothy, late Susan (Dennis) Ohl, Dennis (Cindy), Patricia (Ron) Pillsbury, John (Eva), and Deborah Glowicki. Caring grandmother of 18 and great grandmother of 17. Preceded in death by her parents John and Catherine Werth, and brother...

George E. Brown

George E. Brown

Feb 25, 2024

George E. Brown, age 81, late of New Lenox, IL, passed away February 25, 2024. Proud US Navy Veteran and 30 year Retired Chicago Police Officer. George was born in Chicago to John Frankin and Helene Brown. Beloved husband of the late Sandra J. Brown. Loving father of Linda (Don) Bragiel, and Gary (Lisa) Brown. Loving grandfather of Luke, Clayton,...

Richard L. Furlong

Richard L. Furlong

Feb 22, 2024

Richard Lawrence Furlong, 81, late of Crest Hill formerly of Tinley Park, IL. Passed peacefully on February 22, 2024. Born and raised in Chicago, lived in Tinley Park most of his life before moving to Crest Hill. Retired in 2003 from CNA Insurance after many dedicated years. Rich was a proud graduate of Leo High School class of 1959, and...

Raymond Kenneth Smith

Raymond Kenneth Smith

Mar 23, 2024

Raymond K. Smith, 91, late of Spooner, WI. Beloved husband of Gurine Smith. Loving father of Janet Hildebrand (Kevin Fuchs), Steven (Beverly) Smith, and the late Cheryl (Charles) Hoecker. Caring grandfather of Christopher Hildebrand, Jay Hildebrand, Jeffery Smith, Katherine Dorshorst, Kristina Peckman, Peter Hoecker, Matthew Hoecker, and great grandfather of Ashley Coleman, Skyler Wangler, Jared Hildebrand, Grayson Dorshorst, Maddox Dorshorst,...

Pasquale Michaelangelo John Iorio

Pasquale Michaelangelo John Iorio

Mar 23, 2024

Pasquale MichaelAngelo John Iorio, 76, late of Oak Lawn, Illinois, passed away peacefully at his home on Saturday, March 23rd, 2024. Pat was always spending time with his wife. If he wasn’t, you would find him in a garage, listening to Elvis Presley and working on an old car, or searching for the next Lionel Train to add to his...

Jeffrey L. Guendling

Jeffrey L. Guendling

Mar 20, 2024

Jeffrey Lynn Guendling, Mokena, Illinois resident Jeffrey Lynn Guendling passed away in his home on March 20, 2024. He was 64 years old. Jeffrey lived his entire life in Mokena. He was born to Frederick W. Guendling Jr. and Ardith Guendling on August 2, 1959, at Silver Cross Hospital. He came home from the hospital to the same house where...

Deloris Louise Janota

Deloris Louise Janota

Mar 19, 2024

Deloris Louise Janota (nee Argianas), age 101, late of Park Forest, IL passed away on March 19, 2024, at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL. Deloris got her bachelor’s degree at University of Illinois Urbana- Champaign. She then went on to get her master’s degree at Governors State University. Deloris taught speech therapy for roughly 35 years. She enjoyed playing bridge...

Joyce M. Vogel

Joyce M. Vogel

Mar 17, 2024

The beloved JOYCE MARIE VOGEL, 77, went to be with her Lord Jesus Christ, Sunday, March 17, 2024, while surrounded by her family. She was born on June 25, 1946, the daughter of Coletta and Anthony Vasios of Chicago, Il. Joyce married Thomas L. Vogel, Sr. on November 6, 1965. Their marriage began while Thomas was serving in the US...

Terry Lynn Rust

Terry Lynn Rust

Mar 16, 2024

Terry Lynn Rust née Nolden, 68, passed away on March 16, 2024. Beloved wife of Robert Rust Sr. Loving mother of Robert Jr.( Jacqueline), Bridget (Eric Fuchs), Joseph, and the late Tina. Proud grandmother Ashley, Quinn, Joselynn, Jacob, and great grandmother of Colton, Blake, and Hudson. Dear sister of Christine (Karl) Bogatitus and Carol (Joseph) Kaminsky. Preceded in death by...

Thomas "Tommie" James Youngren

Thomas "Tommie" James Youngren

Mar 15, 2024

Thomas "Tommie" James Youngren, 30, suddenly of Frankfort, IL. Beloved son of Mary Casey Youngren. Loving brother of the late Shane K. Youngren, Patrick Denton and Michael (Ara) Denton. Adored grandson of James J. Goldberg and Mary S. Donohoe. Proud uncle of Zach, Lucas, Michael, and Gabbie. Dear nephew of many aunts, uncles, cousins & friends. Long time love Jessica...

Marjory Kerr Baker

Marjory Kerr Baker

Mar 14, 2024

Marjory "Marnie" K. Baker, age 72, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away suddenly on March 14, 2024. She was born on April 1, 1951, in Tenafly, NJ. She moved with her family to Chatsworth, CA when she was in junior high and was a true "California Girl". Marnie was a self-made woman. Her high drive, willingness to learn, and...

Jeanne Louise Slattery

Jeanne Louise Slattery

Mar 12, 2024

Jeanne Louise Slattery, age 87, late of Orland Park, Beloved wife of Jack Slattery. Loving mother of Anita (Rick) Brown, Michael ( Denise), Mark (Christine). Proud grandmother of Dr. Ryan (Meagan), Megan (Brian) Urchell, Sean (Monica) Brown, Allison, Justin (Sydney), Paige Brown, Ben, and great grandmother of Will. Preceded in death by her parents Vernon and Louise and brother Charles...

James M. Mccombs

James M. Mccombs

Mar 11, 2024

James M. McCombs, age 89, late of Palos Heights, IL. United States Army Reserve. Beloved husband of Yolanda McCombs nee Spinazzola. Loving father of Sharon and Mark McCombs. Cherished grandfather of Rachel, Cassie, Madison Greenhill, Jimmy, Thomas, Daniel, Mary Kate McCombs. Caring brother of the late William (the late Betty) McCombs. Uncle to many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death...

Joan R. Canniff

Joan R. Canniff

Mar 10, 2024

Joan R. Canniff nee Narkus age 87, late of Mokena, IL, passed away on March 10, 2024. Joan was born on July 16, 1936, in Chicago, IL. Graduate of Maria High School. the Class of 1954. Joan married the love of her life; Joseph Patrick Canniff Sr. on May 29, 1961, in Chicago IL. They were married 49 years until...

Joanne M. Adducci

Joanne M. Adducci

Mar 10, 2024

Joanne M. Adducci (nee White), age 90, late of South Holland, IL, passed away March 10, 2024, at UChicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital. Joanne was born in Brownsville, MN on June 18, 1933. She was a long-time parishioner of St. Jude Church-Christ Our Savior Parish in South Holland, IL. Joanne was a choir member at St. Jude Church and would...

John Sasveld Jr.

John Sasveld Jr.

Mar 9, 2024

John Sasveld Jr., age 92, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away March 9, 2024, at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital surrounded by his family. John served in the U.S. Army 31st Infantry Regiment in the Korean War and was awarded, among others, the Combat Infantry Badge, Korean Service Medal and two Korean Presidential Unit Citation awards for participation in the...

Wayne Allen Underwood

Wayne Allen Underwood

Mar 7, 2024

Wayne A. Underwood, age 69, late of Mokena, IL passed away March 7th, 2024. Beloved spouse of Pauline Kontalonis. Loving father of Michelle Underwood (Tim O'Hagan) and Samantha (Zac) Putnam. Proud grandpa of Callahan, Cormac, and Declan. Dear brother of Ray, Donna, and Gregg Underwood. Caring uncle of Ray, Michael, Mark, and Crystal. Wayne had a big heart and loved...

Amanda "Mandy" Kuchta

Amanda "Mandy" Kuchta

Mar 2, 2024

Amanda "Mandy" Kuchta, age 39, late of Mokena, IL. Graduate Mokena Jr High, Lincoln-Way High School, class of 2002 and attended Joliet Junior College. Loving daughter of Anthony and Barbara Kuchta. Cherished sister of Matthew (Jennifer) Kuchta. Caring cousin of many. Preceded in death by her grandparents Rudolph & Sophie Kuchta, Erwin & Dorothy Beisel aunt and uncle Robert &...

Richard E. Kinder

Richard E. Kinder

Mar 2, 2024

Richard E. Kinder, age 77, late of Mokena, IL, passed away March 2, 2024, at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL. U.S Navy Veteran. Richard was a member of St. John’s United Church of Christ in Mokena, IL. Avid fan of Butler University Basketball, Chicago Cubs, and the Chicago Bears. He enjoyed traveling with his wife Sheree and has been to...

Melissa L. Tetlow

Melissa L. Tetlow

Feb 29, 2024

Melissa Lynn Tetlow of Lockport, IL, age 32, passed away Thursday February 29, 2024 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, IL. Born January 14, 1992 at South Suburban Hospital in Hazel Crest, IL. Raised in Tinley Park & Lockport, Melissa graduated from Lockport Township High School & Joliet Junior College in Culinary Arts. She went on to become a...

Ellen M. Hallahan

Ellen M. Hallahan

Feb 25, 2024

Ellen M. Hallahan nee Werth, age 92, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Dennis Hallahan. Loving mother of the late Timothy, late Susan (Dennis) Ohl, Dennis (Cindy), Patricia (Ron) Pillsbury, John (Eva), and Deborah Glowicki. Caring grandmother of 18 and great grandmother of 17. Preceded in death by her parents John and Catherine Werth, and brother...

George E. Brown

George E. Brown

Feb 25, 2024

George E. Brown, age 81, late of New Lenox, IL, passed away February 25, 2024. Proud US Navy Veteran and 30 year Retired Chicago Police Officer. George was born in Chicago to John Frankin and Helene Brown. Beloved husband of the late Sandra J. Brown. Loving father of Linda (Don) Bragiel, and Gary (Lisa) Brown. Loving grandfather of Luke, Clayton,...

Richard L. Furlong

Richard L. Furlong

Feb 22, 2024

Richard Lawrence Furlong, 81, late of Crest Hill formerly of Tinley Park, IL. Passed peacefully on February 22, 2024. Born and raised in Chicago, lived in Tinley Park most of his life before moving to Crest Hill. Retired in 2003 from CNA Insurance after many dedicated years. Rich was a proud graduate of Leo High School class of 1959, and...

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