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Donald Bakken
May 4, 2023
Donald Bakken, age 83, late of Mokena, IL, passed away peacefully May 4, 2023. Born November 8, 1939, in Chicago, IL. Beloved husband of Donna Bakken nee Lau. Loving father of Ginger (Tom) Krol, Sharon (Joe) Bushen, Donald M. (Kim) Bakken, and Pamela (Joe) Bakken-Miller. Proud grandfather of 7 and great-grandfather of 8. Dear son of the late John Bakken...
Christianne M. Oriente
Apr 30, 2023
Christianne M. Oriente, age 66, late of Crestwood, IL, passed away April 30, 2023. Loving daughter of the late Nancy nee Volek and the late Daniel A. Oriente. Cherished sister of Barry Oriente, Brian (Juliann) Oriente and the late Daniel J. Oriente. Dear niece of Shirleen Clining. Proud aunt of Matthew (Kelly) Oriente, David (Emily) Oriente and Daniel R. Oriente....
Allison Irene Morgenthal
Apr 26, 2023
Allison I. Morgenthal 'nee Soyke , age 74, late of Tinley Park. Beloved wife of William Morgenthal. Loving mother of Arlene Hufnagl, and Adrienne Dennis. Cherished grandmother of Emily, Ethan, Amanda, Ryan, Kailey, and great grandmother of Dylan. Caring sister of Linda (Pat) Ward, and the late Laura Wiltberger. Visitation Friday April 28, 2023, from 3:00-8:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral...
Roger S. Jezler Sr.
Apr 24, 2023
Roger S. Jezler, age 89, US Army Korean War Veteran, late of Glenwood, IL. Beloved husband of the late Hazel Jezler. Loving mother of Lynn (Marty) Kiedrow, the late Laura Ann Jezler, Roger (Maggie) Jezler Jr., and Jennifer Jezler. Cherished grandfather of John (Aimee) Maxedon Jr, the late Steven Giuliani, Kyle Jezler, and great grandfather of Benjamin and Grace Maxedon....
Lucille C. Maddux
Apr 21, 2023
Lucille C. Maddux, age 99, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Howard Maddux Sr. Loving mother of Sharon (Roland) Dieter, Howard Maddux Jr. ,and Thomas Maddux. Cherished grandmother of Lisa Dieter, Amber Dieter, and David (Terri Wiseman) Williams. Caring sister of Romana Forfia.
James B. Mcdonald
Apr 21, 2023
Rev. James B. McDonald, age 74, of New Lenox passed away peacefully April 21, 2023. Born June 4, 1948 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Beloved husband of Rev. Greta McDonald (nee Schumm); loving father of Danica (David) Johnson and Colin (Lauren) McDonald; proud grandfather Kellen Johnson, Bryce Johnson, Ainsley Johnson, and Louise McDonald. Preceded in death by his parents Lillian (nee...
Elinor " Kay" Erickson
Apr 21, 2023
Elinor "Kay" Erickson, nee Rice, age 82, late of Lena, IL, formally Mokena, IL. Loving wife of Darrell Erickson. Loving mom of Mary (Tony) Velcich, Glen "Gus" (Lisa) Erickson, Amy (the late Hiram) Wurf, and the late Kent Erickson. Cherished Nana, Patrick (Kara) Erickson, Katie (Tommy Sargis) Erickson, Nicholas (Emma Gordon) Velcich, Jessica (Ryan Dillavou) Velcich, Megan Wurf, Joel Wurf,...
Alyssa Renee Vickers
Apr 19, 2023
Alyssa Renee Vickers, age 28, late of Frankfort, IL. Survived by her parents Melanie Fehser and William Vickers, brother Kevin (Ashley) Vickers, grandparents Dennis and Sharon Schelinski and Fred Lusyk Jr. Dear great granddaughter of Warren Selke, great niece of Diane Briggs, Daniel (Carolyn) Selke, and Michael Selke, niece of Michalel Snoreck, Marisa Snoreck, Fred Lusyk III., and many dear...
Thomas "Tom" G. Dohm
Apr 17, 2023
Thomas “Tom” G. Dohm, age 84, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away April 17, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Proud railroad conductor for the Rock Island Line for 23 years. Thomas always enjoyed spending time and making memories with his grandchildren. He was a wonderful man who loved his coffee, boating, and the New York...
Celinda "Cindy" Mayer
Apr 10, 2023
Celinda “Cindy” Mayer nee Bateman, age 58, of Orland Park entered into God’s kingdom on April 10, 2023. Cindy is survived by her loving and devoted husband of almost 35 years, Thomas. She is also survived by her four children, Molly (Adam) Jordan, Brian, Kara (Logan) Pollei, and Hannah, her parents, Robert and Jane Bateman, and father-in-law George (late Geraldine)...
Stephen L. Stout
Apr 7, 2023
Stephen Lewis Stout, 66, passed away at his home Friday, April 7th, 2023 following a fall. Steve was born July 31st, 1956, to Marian Ruth (Kiefer) Stout and William Leslie Stout in Joliet, Illinois. He graduated from Lockport Central High School in 1974, and in 1976 started working for Commonwealth Edison (now Midwest Generation). Steve was a dedicated worker and...
Megan Ann Zyla
Apr 5, 2023
Megan Ann Zyla, age 27, late of Kewanee, IL, passed away April 5, 2023. Megan was often described as a very kind and generous person. She would go out of her way to help those around her. Her presence would light up any room she walked into. Megan always had a great sense of humor and would easily make people...
Janice A. Pellmann
Apr 1, 2023
Our beloved Janice A. Pellmann née Hoffmann passed away unexpectedly on April 1, 2023, at the age of 80. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. As a former teacher, she was always drawn to children and had a lifelong love of dogs. In recent years, she’d been an active member of St. John’s United Church of Christ...
Raymond J. Green
Mar 26, 2023
Raymond J. Green, age 68, passed away on March 26, 2023 at his home in Tinley Park, IL. Ray was born in Sturgeon Bay, WI to the late Raymond and the late Estelle Green. Beloved husband of Cynthia Green nee Leuthner of nearly 50 years. Loving father of Rich Green and Cheryl Mitchell nee Green. Proud and caring grandpa of...
James E. See Sr.
Mar 26, 2023
James Edward See Sr., age 74, of New Lenox, IL passed away March 26, 2023. US Marine Veteran. Beloved husband of Carol L See (nee Robinson); loving father of Stephani (Cory) Hammen, Cory (Lyle) Stoflet, and James (Lauren) See Jr.; loving stepfather of Christine Bailey, Kevin (Jennifer) Pooley, and Ronny Pooley Jr.; proud grandfather of Finley Stoflet, Nora See, Evelyn...
Darlene A. Pozdal
Mar 25, 2023
Darlene A. Pozdal, nee Miller age 92, late of Coatesville, IN passed away on March 25, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Edward Pozdal. Loving mother of the late Daniel, Donald (Shannon), and David (Jennifer). Caring grandmother of Stephanie Kavanaugh, Brandee (Austin) Jakubowski, Tyson, Brandon, Dana (Anthony) and Joshua Howell. Proud great grandmother of Tyler, Kaylee, and Giovanni. Dear sister...
Dorothy J. Vrshek
Mar 25, 2023
Dorothy J. Vrshek, age 83, late of Frankfort, IL. Daughter of the late Clayton C. & Edith Martin. Beloved wife of Kenneth M. Vrshek. Loving mother of Debra L. Vrshek, Robert M. (Efi) Vrshek and Lisa (Mike) Bordeaux. Cherished grandmother of Kelseigh, Ava, Alex, Ashley (Eric) Knowles, Matt (Shannon) Bordeaux and great grandmother of Maya, Charlotte and Dex. Caring sister...
Marietta F. O'Heir
Mar 20, 2023
Marietta F. O’Heir nee Rielly, age 84, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away March 20, 2023. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Beloved wife of Donald O’Heir for 62 years. Loving mother of Don O’Heir, Lynn (Mike) LeVigne, and John O’Heir. Caring grandmother of DJ O’Heir, Michael (Stephanie), Matthew, and Marcus LeVigne. Dear daughter of...
Arthur E. Benson Jr.
Mar 12, 2023
Arthur E. Benson Jr., age 95, late of Mokena, IL, passed away March 12, 2023. U.S. Army Veteran. Lifetime parishioner of St. John’s United Church of Christ in Mokena, IL. Arthur enjoyed fishing, photography, and music. He worked for Mokena Wallpaper Mill for 50+ years. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Beloved husband of...
David P. Sonetz
Mar 10, 2023
David P. Sonetz, age 73, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away March 10, 2023. U.S. Army Veteran. David enjoyed fishing, going to car shows, and was an avid dog person. He loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. Beloved husband of Joyce A. Sonetz nee Casey for 53 years. Loving father of Tina (Michael) Schrier,...
Donald Bakken
May 4, 2023
Donald Bakken, age 83, late of Mokena, IL, passed away peacefully May 4, 2023. Born November 8, 1939, in Chicago, IL. Beloved husband of Donna Bakken nee Lau. Loving father of Ginger (Tom) Krol, Sharon (Joe) Bushen, Donald M. (Kim) Bakken, and Pamela (Joe) Bakken-Miller. Proud grandfather of 7 and great-grandfather of 8. Dear son of the late John Bakken...
Christianne M. Oriente
Apr 30, 2023
Christianne M. Oriente, age 66, late of Crestwood, IL, passed away April 30, 2023. Loving daughter of the late Nancy nee Volek and the late Daniel A. Oriente. Cherished sister of Barry Oriente, Brian (Juliann) Oriente and the late Daniel J. Oriente. Dear niece of Shirleen Clining. Proud aunt of Matthew (Kelly) Oriente, David (Emily) Oriente and Daniel R. Oriente....
Allison Irene Morgenthal
Apr 26, 2023
Allison I. Morgenthal 'nee Soyke , age 74, late of Tinley Park. Beloved wife of William Morgenthal. Loving mother of Arlene Hufnagl, and Adrienne Dennis. Cherished grandmother of Emily, Ethan, Amanda, Ryan, Kailey, and great grandmother of Dylan. Caring sister of Linda (Pat) Ward, and the late Laura Wiltberger. Visitation Friday April 28, 2023, from 3:00-8:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral...
Roger S. Jezler Sr.
Apr 24, 2023
Roger S. Jezler, age 89, US Army Korean War Veteran, late of Glenwood, IL. Beloved husband of the late Hazel Jezler. Loving mother of Lynn (Marty) Kiedrow, the late Laura Ann Jezler, Roger (Maggie) Jezler Jr., and Jennifer Jezler. Cherished grandfather of John (Aimee) Maxedon Jr, the late Steven Giuliani, Kyle Jezler, and great grandfather of Benjamin and Grace Maxedon....
Lucille C. Maddux
Apr 21, 2023
Lucille C. Maddux, age 99, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Howard Maddux Sr. Loving mother of Sharon (Roland) Dieter, Howard Maddux Jr. ,and Thomas Maddux. Cherished grandmother of Lisa Dieter, Amber Dieter, and David (Terri Wiseman) Williams. Caring sister of Romana Forfia.
James B. Mcdonald
Apr 21, 2023
Rev. James B. McDonald, age 74, of New Lenox passed away peacefully April 21, 2023. Born June 4, 1948 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Beloved husband of Rev. Greta McDonald (nee Schumm); loving father of Danica (David) Johnson and Colin (Lauren) McDonald; proud grandfather Kellen Johnson, Bryce Johnson, Ainsley Johnson, and Louise McDonald. Preceded in death by his parents Lillian (nee...
Elinor " Kay" Erickson
Apr 21, 2023
Elinor "Kay" Erickson, nee Rice, age 82, late of Lena, IL, formally Mokena, IL. Loving wife of Darrell Erickson. Loving mom of Mary (Tony) Velcich, Glen "Gus" (Lisa) Erickson, Amy (the late Hiram) Wurf, and the late Kent Erickson. Cherished Nana, Patrick (Kara) Erickson, Katie (Tommy Sargis) Erickson, Nicholas (Emma Gordon) Velcich, Jessica (Ryan Dillavou) Velcich, Megan Wurf, Joel Wurf,...
Alyssa Renee Vickers
Apr 19, 2023
Alyssa Renee Vickers, age 28, late of Frankfort, IL. Survived by her parents Melanie Fehser and William Vickers, brother Kevin (Ashley) Vickers, grandparents Dennis and Sharon Schelinski and Fred Lusyk Jr. Dear great granddaughter of Warren Selke, great niece of Diane Briggs, Daniel (Carolyn) Selke, and Michael Selke, niece of Michalel Snoreck, Marisa Snoreck, Fred Lusyk III., and many dear...
Thomas "Tom" G. Dohm
Apr 17, 2023
Thomas “Tom” G. Dohm, age 84, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away April 17, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Proud railroad conductor for the Rock Island Line for 23 years. Thomas always enjoyed spending time and making memories with his grandchildren. He was a wonderful man who loved his coffee, boating, and the New York...
Celinda "Cindy" Mayer
Apr 10, 2023
Celinda “Cindy” Mayer nee Bateman, age 58, of Orland Park entered into God’s kingdom on April 10, 2023. Cindy is survived by her loving and devoted husband of almost 35 years, Thomas. She is also survived by her four children, Molly (Adam) Jordan, Brian, Kara (Logan) Pollei, and Hannah, her parents, Robert and Jane Bateman, and father-in-law George (late Geraldine)...
Stephen L. Stout
Apr 7, 2023
Stephen Lewis Stout, 66, passed away at his home Friday, April 7th, 2023 following a fall. Steve was born July 31st, 1956, to Marian Ruth (Kiefer) Stout and William Leslie Stout in Joliet, Illinois. He graduated from Lockport Central High School in 1974, and in 1976 started working for Commonwealth Edison (now Midwest Generation). Steve was a dedicated worker and...
Megan Ann Zyla
Apr 5, 2023
Megan Ann Zyla, age 27, late of Kewanee, IL, passed away April 5, 2023. Megan was often described as a very kind and generous person. She would go out of her way to help those around her. Her presence would light up any room she walked into. Megan always had a great sense of humor and would easily make people...
Janice A. Pellmann
Apr 1, 2023
Our beloved Janice A. Pellmann née Hoffmann passed away unexpectedly on April 1, 2023, at the age of 80. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. As a former teacher, she was always drawn to children and had a lifelong love of dogs. In recent years, she’d been an active member of St. John’s United Church of Christ...
Raymond J. Green
Mar 26, 2023
Raymond J. Green, age 68, passed away on March 26, 2023 at his home in Tinley Park, IL. Ray was born in Sturgeon Bay, WI to the late Raymond and the late Estelle Green. Beloved husband of Cynthia Green nee Leuthner of nearly 50 years. Loving father of Rich Green and Cheryl Mitchell nee Green. Proud and caring grandpa of...
James E. See Sr.
Mar 26, 2023
James Edward See Sr., age 74, of New Lenox, IL passed away March 26, 2023. US Marine Veteran. Beloved husband of Carol L See (nee Robinson); loving father of Stephani (Cory) Hammen, Cory (Lyle) Stoflet, and James (Lauren) See Jr.; loving stepfather of Christine Bailey, Kevin (Jennifer) Pooley, and Ronny Pooley Jr.; proud grandfather of Finley Stoflet, Nora See, Evelyn...
Darlene A. Pozdal
Mar 25, 2023
Darlene A. Pozdal, nee Miller age 92, late of Coatesville, IN passed away on March 25, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Edward Pozdal. Loving mother of the late Daniel, Donald (Shannon), and David (Jennifer). Caring grandmother of Stephanie Kavanaugh, Brandee (Austin) Jakubowski, Tyson, Brandon, Dana (Anthony) and Joshua Howell. Proud great grandmother of Tyler, Kaylee, and Giovanni. Dear sister...
Dorothy J. Vrshek
Mar 25, 2023
Dorothy J. Vrshek, age 83, late of Frankfort, IL. Daughter of the late Clayton C. & Edith Martin. Beloved wife of Kenneth M. Vrshek. Loving mother of Debra L. Vrshek, Robert M. (Efi) Vrshek and Lisa (Mike) Bordeaux. Cherished grandmother of Kelseigh, Ava, Alex, Ashley (Eric) Knowles, Matt (Shannon) Bordeaux and great grandmother of Maya, Charlotte and Dex. Caring sister...
Marietta F. O'Heir
Mar 20, 2023
Marietta F. O’Heir nee Rielly, age 84, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away March 20, 2023. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Beloved wife of Donald O’Heir for 62 years. Loving mother of Don O’Heir, Lynn (Mike) LeVigne, and John O’Heir. Caring grandmother of DJ O’Heir, Michael (Stephanie), Matthew, and Marcus LeVigne. Dear daughter of...
Arthur E. Benson Jr.
Mar 12, 2023
Arthur E. Benson Jr., age 95, late of Mokena, IL, passed away March 12, 2023. U.S. Army Veteran. Lifetime parishioner of St. John’s United Church of Christ in Mokena, IL. Arthur enjoyed fishing, photography, and music. He worked for Mokena Wallpaper Mill for 50+ years. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Beloved husband of...
David P. Sonetz
Mar 10, 2023
David P. Sonetz, age 73, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away March 10, 2023. U.S. Army Veteran. David enjoyed fishing, going to car shows, and was an avid dog person. He loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. Beloved husband of Joyce A. Sonetz nee Casey for 53 years. Loving father of Tina (Michael) Schrier,...
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