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Robert Hammond
Apr 28, 2021
Robert R. Hammond, 78, of Homer Glen, IL, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2021. Beloved husband of Pam (née Morrow); Loving father of Lori (John) Pehler and Bob (Renee) Hammond; Proud grandfather (“Papa”) to Emily, Lauren, Brianna, Leah and Abby. Born in Chicago, the only child of the late Robert Sr. and Annese. Bob attended Morgan Park High School...
Robert G. Dauphinais
Apr 22, 2021
Robert G. Dauphinais, age 74, late of Mokena, IL. US Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Therese (nee Rotondo). Loving father of Robert A. (Lisa), and Mark (Jessica). Caring brother of Jacqueline (Thomas) McInerney, Madeline (Joseph) D’ Angelo. Cherished Papa of Michael, Ella, Robby and John. Proud uncle of many nieces and nephews. Robert was a proud Vietnam war Veteran, avid...
Robert W. Kral
Apr 20, 2021
Robert W. Kral, age 79, late of Mokena, IL, passed away peacefully April 20, 2021. Devoted husband of Madeline Kral nee Kasperek. Loving father of Debi (Kenneth) Blank. Proud grandfather of Kirk Blank. Cherished brother of the late Joseph (late Elena) Kral. Caring uncle of Joseph (Theodora) Kral and great uncle of Joey G. Cousin and friend to many including...
Helen N. Feliszak
Apr 19, 2021
Helen N. Feliszak, age 94, late of Tinley Park. Beloved wife of the late Robert Feliszak Sr. and loving companion of Walter Jacus. Loving mother of Beverly (Ken) Tozi and Robert (Denise) Feliszak. Caring grandmother of Beth Ensminger, Kim Tozi Barney, Sherrie Tozi-Rodriguez, Jeff Feliszak, and Brandon Feliszak, great grandmother of 10 and great great grandmother of 8. Memorial Visitation...
Joan C. Sykora
Apr 19, 2021
Joan C. Sykora, age 67, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of Michael Sykora. Loving mother of Benjamin (Colleen) Mcgillivray, and step mother of Erin (Patrick) Murphy. Dear sister of Richard (Cindy) Hoekstra, Ruth (Scott) Panozzo, and Diane (Dan) Mrakovich. Loving grandmother of Leah, Colin, PJ, and Maddie. Caring aunt of Nathan, Richard, Bradley, Katie, Hannah, and Allison. Visitation...
James R. Neilly
Apr 19, 2021
James R. Neilly, 62, of Tinley Park, IL, passed away on April 19, 2021. Beloved son of the late Marian and Robert Neilly. Loving brother of Joe (Catherine), John (Tamara), and Mary Beth (Michael Tufano ); proud uncle to Mark, Dean, Robert, Austin, Ryan, Benjamin and Julia. His siblings can recall his love for playing golf and how he loved...
Vita Meyer
Apr 14, 2021
Dr. Vita Meyer nee Pignatiello, late of Tinley Park, IL, and Naples, Florida. Beloved wife of the late Jerry Meyer, Loving mother of Brad (Patti) Meyer, Caring and Cherished grandmother of Sydney, Claire & Tara. Dear sister to Victor (Terri) Pignatiello, sister in law to Jim Meyer, Bob (Eunice) Meyer, Bill Meyer, Jon (Cindy) Meyer, aunt of Jonathan (Karen), Tim...
George J. Benzing
Apr 13, 2021
George John Benzing began his earthly adventures on a warm and sunny Friday in Blue Island, Illinois. Born on April 23, 1937, he was the first child of George and Ardith Benzing, but was soon joined by his sisters, Margaret and Cathy. He remained in Blue Island until he turned 18, at which point he enlisted in the Army, traveled...
Annette Yelaska
Apr 12, 2021
Annette Yelaska (nee Rakela), age 85, of Mokena, IL passed away Monday, April 12, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Victor Yelaska, Sr. Loving mother of Julie (Mark) Franceschini, Victor Jr., Larry (Sharon), Bob (Stacy). Proud and caring grandmother of Dana Peterson (TJ), Jennifer, Lauren, Katie, Brett, Jessica, Kelsey, William and Michael and cherished great-grandmother of Jaxon Peterson. Preceded by...
Wayne F. Kubitz
Apr 10, 2021
Wayne F. Kubitz, 77, of Matteson, IL, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2021. Beloved husband of Carol Kubitz (nee Kolibab); loving father of Andrew (Michele), Anthony (Angela), and Wendy Cracco (Kevin); proud grandfather to Nick (Destiny), Brittany, Jordan, Anthony, Jessica, Cassie and Alex, and great-grandfather to Owen and Hazel, brother of Irene (late Warren) Haidacher. He was preceded in...
Marcia F. Stachyra
Mar 29, 2021
Marcia F. Stachyra, aged 78, died on March 29, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gladys and Eugene Stachyra, and her brother Eugene Stachyra Jr. She is survived by her siblings Carol Stachyra Scherrer (James), Frank Stachyra (Ann Ogryzek), and Joy Stachyra La Pointe (Jack), 15 loving nieces and nephews, and numerous great-nieces and nephews. Born in...
Joy J. Leturno
Mar 28, 2021
Joy J. Leturno nee Rockrohr, age 85, late of Mokena. Beloved wife of 54 years to the late H. Richard Leturno. Loving mother of Star (John) LeDonne, Scott Leturno, and Jean (Stanley) Paluszkiewicz. Cherished grandmother of Michelle (Robin), Nicole (Michael), Robin, Elizabeth, and Richard. Caring great grandmother of Theodore and Madeline. Dear sister of the late Earl Rockrohr, fond aunt...
Thomas V. George
Mar 22, 2021
Thomas V. George, late of Monee, IL. Beloved husband of Annette “Midge”. Loving father of the late Tom (late Joan),late Gerry (late Sue), late Terry (late Teresa), late Tim, Randy (Dawn), Kimberly (Dave) Borglin. Proud grandfather and great grandfather. Memorial gathering Thursday 9:00 AM until time of Chapel Service, 12:30 PM, at Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue Tinley Park,...
Larry W. Leeper
Mar 18, 2021
Larry W. Leeper, from Tinley Park, IL. Passed away peacefully, on March 18, 2021. Larry is survived by his loving wife of almost 52 years, Joyce (nee Bensema), his 3 children- Tim (Jodi), Debi (Darren) Persha and Bill (Theresa). He also had 3 grandchildren – Hanna & Nick Persha and Brianna Leeper. Larry was a loving and devoted husband, father...
Marilyn E. Vlach
Mar 17, 2021
Marilyn E. Vlach nee Boots, late of Mokena, IL. Passed away peacefully on March 17, 2021. Marilyn is survived by husband Albert Vlach Sr., her 7 children Mary (John) Lauersdorf, Julie Vlach, Christine (Duane) Stewart, Vickie (Thomas) Wilmont, Gabrielle (Gary) Martin, Glenn (Susan) Vlach, Albert Jr. (Cheryl) Vlach, 24 grandchildren and many, many, great and great great grandchildren, as well...
Braydon J. Chambers
Mar 16, 2021
Braydon James Chambers, 18, passed suddenly and was welcomed to his heavenly home on March 16, 2021. Braydon was born in Brighton, Colorado, on May 24, 2002 joining his loving parents, William and Lecia Chambers and big sister Hailey. Braydon’s youth was spent building a love of outdoor sports and adventure. He was happiest when camping, hiking, playing soccer, water...
Joan Loeber
Mar 14, 2021
Unfortunately some amazing stories have to come to an abrupt end. After a 2 year battle of Leukemia, Joan Loeber passed away Sunday March 14, 2021 at home surrounded by loved ones. She was 70 years young. Our mother was given a life sentence of only 32 weeks back in July, 2019. She was a fighter and never gave up...
Robert Hammond
Apr 28, 2021
Robert R. Hammond, 78, of Homer Glen, IL, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2021. Beloved husband of Pam (née Morrow); Loving father of Lori (John) Pehler and Bob (Renee) Hammond; Proud grandfather (“Papa”) to Emily, Lauren, Brianna, Leah and Abby. Born in Chicago, the only child of the late Robert Sr. and Annese. Bob attended Morgan Park High School...
Robert G. Dauphinais
Apr 22, 2021
Robert G. Dauphinais, age 74, late of Mokena, IL. US Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Therese (nee Rotondo). Loving father of Robert A. (Lisa), and Mark (Jessica). Caring brother of Jacqueline (Thomas) McInerney, Madeline (Joseph) D’ Angelo. Cherished Papa of Michael, Ella, Robby and John. Proud uncle of many nieces and nephews. Robert was a proud Vietnam war Veteran, avid...
Robert W. Kral
Apr 20, 2021
Robert W. Kral, age 79, late of Mokena, IL, passed away peacefully April 20, 2021. Devoted husband of Madeline Kral nee Kasperek. Loving father of Debi (Kenneth) Blank. Proud grandfather of Kirk Blank. Cherished brother of the late Joseph (late Elena) Kral. Caring uncle of Joseph (Theodora) Kral and great uncle of Joey G. Cousin and friend to many including...
Helen N. Feliszak
Apr 19, 2021
Helen N. Feliszak, age 94, late of Tinley Park. Beloved wife of the late Robert Feliszak Sr. and loving companion of Walter Jacus. Loving mother of Beverly (Ken) Tozi and Robert (Denise) Feliszak. Caring grandmother of Beth Ensminger, Kim Tozi Barney, Sherrie Tozi-Rodriguez, Jeff Feliszak, and Brandon Feliszak, great grandmother of 10 and great great grandmother of 8. Memorial Visitation...
Joan C. Sykora
Apr 19, 2021
Joan C. Sykora, age 67, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of Michael Sykora. Loving mother of Benjamin (Colleen) Mcgillivray, and step mother of Erin (Patrick) Murphy. Dear sister of Richard (Cindy) Hoekstra, Ruth (Scott) Panozzo, and Diane (Dan) Mrakovich. Loving grandmother of Leah, Colin, PJ, and Maddie. Caring aunt of Nathan, Richard, Bradley, Katie, Hannah, and Allison. Visitation...
James R. Neilly
Apr 19, 2021
James R. Neilly, 62, of Tinley Park, IL, passed away on April 19, 2021. Beloved son of the late Marian and Robert Neilly. Loving brother of Joe (Catherine), John (Tamara), and Mary Beth (Michael Tufano ); proud uncle to Mark, Dean, Robert, Austin, Ryan, Benjamin and Julia. His siblings can recall his love for playing golf and how he loved...
Vita Meyer
Apr 14, 2021
Dr. Vita Meyer nee Pignatiello, late of Tinley Park, IL, and Naples, Florida. Beloved wife of the late Jerry Meyer, Loving mother of Brad (Patti) Meyer, Caring and Cherished grandmother of Sydney, Claire & Tara. Dear sister to Victor (Terri) Pignatiello, sister in law to Jim Meyer, Bob (Eunice) Meyer, Bill Meyer, Jon (Cindy) Meyer, aunt of Jonathan (Karen), Tim...
George J. Benzing
Apr 13, 2021
George John Benzing began his earthly adventures on a warm and sunny Friday in Blue Island, Illinois. Born on April 23, 1937, he was the first child of George and Ardith Benzing, but was soon joined by his sisters, Margaret and Cathy. He remained in Blue Island until he turned 18, at which point he enlisted in the Army, traveled...
Annette Yelaska
Apr 12, 2021
Annette Yelaska (nee Rakela), age 85, of Mokena, IL passed away Monday, April 12, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Victor Yelaska, Sr. Loving mother of Julie (Mark) Franceschini, Victor Jr., Larry (Sharon), Bob (Stacy). Proud and caring grandmother of Dana Peterson (TJ), Jennifer, Lauren, Katie, Brett, Jessica, Kelsey, William and Michael and cherished great-grandmother of Jaxon Peterson. Preceded by...
Wayne F. Kubitz
Apr 10, 2021
Wayne F. Kubitz, 77, of Matteson, IL, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2021. Beloved husband of Carol Kubitz (nee Kolibab); loving father of Andrew (Michele), Anthony (Angela), and Wendy Cracco (Kevin); proud grandfather to Nick (Destiny), Brittany, Jordan, Anthony, Jessica, Cassie and Alex, and great-grandfather to Owen and Hazel, brother of Irene (late Warren) Haidacher. He was preceded in...
Marcia F. Stachyra
Mar 29, 2021
Marcia F. Stachyra, aged 78, died on March 29, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gladys and Eugene Stachyra, and her brother Eugene Stachyra Jr. She is survived by her siblings Carol Stachyra Scherrer (James), Frank Stachyra (Ann Ogryzek), and Joy Stachyra La Pointe (Jack), 15 loving nieces and nephews, and numerous great-nieces and nephews. Born in...
Joy J. Leturno
Mar 28, 2021
Joy J. Leturno nee Rockrohr, age 85, late of Mokena. Beloved wife of 54 years to the late H. Richard Leturno. Loving mother of Star (John) LeDonne, Scott Leturno, and Jean (Stanley) Paluszkiewicz. Cherished grandmother of Michelle (Robin), Nicole (Michael), Robin, Elizabeth, and Richard. Caring great grandmother of Theodore and Madeline. Dear sister of the late Earl Rockrohr, fond aunt...
Thomas V. George
Mar 22, 2021
Thomas V. George, late of Monee, IL. Beloved husband of Annette “Midge”. Loving father of the late Tom (late Joan),late Gerry (late Sue), late Terry (late Teresa), late Tim, Randy (Dawn), Kimberly (Dave) Borglin. Proud grandfather and great grandfather. Memorial gathering Thursday 9:00 AM until time of Chapel Service, 12:30 PM, at Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue Tinley Park,...
Larry W. Leeper
Mar 18, 2021
Larry W. Leeper, from Tinley Park, IL. Passed away peacefully, on March 18, 2021. Larry is survived by his loving wife of almost 52 years, Joyce (nee Bensema), his 3 children- Tim (Jodi), Debi (Darren) Persha and Bill (Theresa). He also had 3 grandchildren – Hanna & Nick Persha and Brianna Leeper. Larry was a loving and devoted husband, father...
Marilyn E. Vlach
Mar 17, 2021
Marilyn E. Vlach nee Boots, late of Mokena, IL. Passed away peacefully on March 17, 2021. Marilyn is survived by husband Albert Vlach Sr., her 7 children Mary (John) Lauersdorf, Julie Vlach, Christine (Duane) Stewart, Vickie (Thomas) Wilmont, Gabrielle (Gary) Martin, Glenn (Susan) Vlach, Albert Jr. (Cheryl) Vlach, 24 grandchildren and many, many, great and great great grandchildren, as well...
Braydon J. Chambers
Mar 16, 2021
Braydon James Chambers, 18, passed suddenly and was welcomed to his heavenly home on March 16, 2021. Braydon was born in Brighton, Colorado, on May 24, 2002 joining his loving parents, William and Lecia Chambers and big sister Hailey. Braydon’s youth was spent building a love of outdoor sports and adventure. He was happiest when camping, hiking, playing soccer, water...
Joan Loeber
Mar 14, 2021
Unfortunately some amazing stories have to come to an abrupt end. After a 2 year battle of Leukemia, Joan Loeber passed away Sunday March 14, 2021 at home surrounded by loved ones. She was 70 years young. Our mother was given a life sentence of only 32 weeks back in July, 2019. She was a fighter and never gave up...
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