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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 J. O'Brien
Mar 14, 2021
Retired Chicago Police Department Lieutenant Robert O'Brien passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on March 14, 2021. Robert was born June 25, 1935 to Richard and Catherine O'Brien.. He was a Chicago Police Officer for 30 plus years. He had three brothers and two sisters. All have passed before him except his baby sister Betty Ann....
S Joanne A. Newman
Mar 11, 2021
Joanne A. Newman. Beloved wife of the late Charles Robert Newman. Loving mother of Michael Allen (Victoria), MariAnne (Martin) Kern and Mark Andrew(Ellen) Newman. Devoted grandmother of Joy (Tom) Logsdon, Dawn (Michael) Schmitz, James Kern, James (Jackie) and Dan Newman. Fond great grandmother of 7. Dear sister of Willie Rahill and Jean Roberts. Visitation Monday March 15, 2021 from 10:00...
Marcella Srebalus
Mar 9, 2021
Marcella Srebalus (née Kranc) preceded in death by her husband Joseph. Loving mother of Linda (Peter) Rossi, Michael (Joyce) Srebalus and Deborah (James) Swanson. Cherished grandmother and great grandmother to many. Loving sister to Rose Mary Grunhard and the late Petronella Kornacki. Visitation Thursday, 4:00-8:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue Tinley Park, IL. Graveside service Friday 11:00...
Devon Lynn Kwiatek
Feb 25, 2021
Devon Lynn Kwiatek, age 43, passed away unexpectedly in her home in Palatine, Illinois on February 25, 2021. She was born September 25, 1977 in Chicago, Illinois to Denise Brinkmeyer. She married Richard Kwiatek in 2006. Together, they had one son: Chase. The two later separated but remained close friends. Devon was a loving and devoted mother and cherished her...
Elaine L. Hall
Feb 24, 2021
Elaine L. Hall (nee Poulos), 91, proceeded in death by her son William T. Hall, grandson David Christensen, and granddaughter Renee Kovacs. Loving mother to Gloria Christensen, Patti (Mike) Fennell, Janet (Rich) Kovacs, Terry (Rose) Hall, Brian (Colleen) Hall, Gayle (Andrew) Anderson, Dennis (Tiffany) Hall. Cherished grandmother to Amy (Brian) Biedron, John (Dawn) Fennell, Colleen Fennell, Kevin (Lauren) Fennell, Matt...
Christine R. O'Malley
Feb 24, 2021
Christine R. O'Malley nee (Ulrich) passed away on February 24, 2021. Beloved wife of Patrick, Loving mother to Michael (Karen) O'Malley, Timothy (Natalie) O'Malley and Andrea O'Malley. Grandmother to Liz, Konner, Jon, Jack, Alex, Austin, Casey, Nathan, and August. Fond aunt to many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers please donate to Alzheimer's Association. Memorial Visitation, Tuesday March 2,...
Christine R. Oliver
Feb 24, 2021
Christine R. Oliver, nee Adams, age 67, late of Peotone, formerly of Mokena. Beloved mother of the late Crystal, Jessica (Tim) Ireland, Joshua (Sarah). Loving grandmother of Mackenzie, Aidan, Aliza ,Edie, and Clara. Dearest sister of Eileen Adams. Visitation Saturday, February 27, 2021, 9AM until time of Chapel Service 11:00 AM. Interment in Chapel Hill Garden South. *Due to the...
Ronald Roy Bullard
Feb 23, 2021
Ronald Roy Bullard, late of Frankfort IL. Born August 22, 1938 at rest February 23, 2021. Loving husband of Ruth (Setzke). Proud father of Rhonda (Jeff) McIntyre, Roy (Debbie), Kirby (Alexis). Devoted grandfather of Kerri, Tara, Caela, Matt, Stephanie, Jacquelyn, Melissa, and Luke. Great grandfather of Owen & Lucas. Ron was a proud member of the Chicago Police Department for...
Carmen P. Pignatiello
Feb 22, 2021
Carmen Peter Pignatiello, 90, of Tinley Park Illinois passed away on February 22. Beloved husband of the late Patricia (Egan). Loving father of the late Kathleen Margetis, Peter (Beth), Michael (Patrice) and Carmen (Karen). Cherished grandfather of 14 and great grandfather of 29. Dear brother of the late Diane (the late George Cullen). Fond uncle to many. He served his...
Joan V. Fleckenstein
Feb 15, 2021
Joan V. Fleckenstein nee (Mustard), late of Mokena, IL passed way February 15, 2021. Beloved wife of Robert Fleckenstein Sr. Loving mother of Robert (Heidy) Fleckenstein Jr., Russell (Arianna) Fleckenstein, Raymond (Doris) Fleckenstein, and Ross (Kimberly) Fleckenstein. Cherished grandmother of Ashley (Tyler) Granlund, Jessica (Matthew) Kasmer, Joshua Fleckenstein, Kai Fleckenstein, Kelly Fleckenstein, Jarrod (Marissa) Fleckenstein, Matthew Fleckenstein, and Carson Fleckenstein....
Robert C. Merrick
Feb 14, 2021
Robert C. Merrick, age 91, late of Mokena, IL formally of Ottawa, IL passed away peacefully February 14, 2021. Robert was born in Ottawa, IL to the late George and Hilda Merrick. Beloved husband for 60 years of Rolena (nee Hill); loving and devoted father of David & Milly Merrick, Debbie & John Nicely, Robert L Merrick and Steven Merrick....
John C. Schultz
Feb 10, 2021
John C. Schultz, age 87, late of Frankfort, IL. formerly of Tinley Park, IL. US Army Korean War Veteran, longtime Chicago Public School Teacher, Chicago and Illinois Hall of Fame Basketball Coach. Loving husband of Barbara (née Gornick), adoring father of John (Nancy), Timothy (Pamela), Katherine (Dick), late Elizabeth, Thomas, Mary, Terrence (Jennifer), Patrick (Lisa), many Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren. In...
Barbara J. D'Aversa
Feb 10, 2021
Barbara J. D’Aversa (nee Michelini), age 72, late of Blue Island. Beloved wife of Fulvio. Loving mother of Anna (Steven) Buss, and Virginio (Diane) D’Aversa. Dear grandmother of Lilianna, Daniella, Luke, Fulvio, Annelise. Cherished daughter of the late Armando and Edith Michelini. Dearest sister of Paul (Elaine) Michelini, William (Angela) Michelini, Mary Ann (Thomas) Raymond, and Joanne (Leon) Tortura. Fond...
Kenneth E. Gignac
Feb 9, 2021
Kenneth E. Gignac, age 87, late of Mokena, IL, formerly of Oak Forest IL. Beloved husband of Diane M. (deceased). Loving father of Trish (Doug) Nickleski, Steve (Kim), Mary Delsing, Jim (AnnMarie) and Ed (Karen). Proud and caring grandfather of Michelle (Brice) Martin, Dan Nickleski, Brittany (Jason) Williams, Alice, Matthew, Nathan, Rachel, Marcy Delsing, Alex Delsing, Casey, Arielle and great...
Robert M. Karpola
Jan 27, 2021
Robert M. Karpola, age 85, late of Mokena, IL formally of Chicago, IL passed away peacefully January 27, 2021. Robert was born in Chicago, IL to the late Andrew and Mary (Bolsega) Karpola. Beloved husband for 62 years of Phyllis (nee Toppett); loving and devoted father of Cheryl Edwards, Bruce, Keith (Ann), and Gayle (Edward) Melby. Cherished grandfather of Mike,...
Doris J. Formanski
Jan 27, 2021
Doris Jane Formanski (Sarat), age 87 late of Frankfort, IL. Beloved wife of 61 years of the late George L. Formanski. Loving mother of Cheryl (Ray) Watson, Danny (Julie) Formanski and Joe (Jenny) Formanski. Proud grandmother of Sarah (Scott), Ryan (Rebecca), Dana (Cory), Michela (Jorge), Ben, Katie, Sam, Nate, Zach and Andrew. Great-grandmother of Evelyn, Coraline, Lyla , Jose, Vincent,...
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 J. O'Brien
Mar 14, 2021
Retired Chicago Police Department Lieutenant Robert O'Brien passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on March 14, 2021. Robert was born June 25, 1935 to Richard and Catherine O'Brien.. He was a Chicago Police Officer for 30 plus years. He had three brothers and two sisters. All have passed before him except his baby sister Betty Ann....
S Joanne A. Newman
Mar 11, 2021
Joanne A. Newman. Beloved wife of the late Charles Robert Newman. Loving mother of Michael Allen (Victoria), MariAnne (Martin) Kern and Mark Andrew(Ellen) Newman. Devoted grandmother of Joy (Tom) Logsdon, Dawn (Michael) Schmitz, James Kern, James (Jackie) and Dan Newman. Fond great grandmother of 7. Dear sister of Willie Rahill and Jean Roberts. Visitation Monday March 15, 2021 from 10:00...
Marcella Srebalus
Mar 9, 2021
Marcella Srebalus (née Kranc) preceded in death by her husband Joseph. Loving mother of Linda (Peter) Rossi, Michael (Joyce) Srebalus and Deborah (James) Swanson. Cherished grandmother and great grandmother to many. Loving sister to Rose Mary Grunhard and the late Petronella Kornacki. Visitation Thursday, 4:00-8:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue Tinley Park, IL. Graveside service Friday 11:00...
Devon Lynn Kwiatek
Feb 25, 2021
Devon Lynn Kwiatek, age 43, passed away unexpectedly in her home in Palatine, Illinois on February 25, 2021. She was born September 25, 1977 in Chicago, Illinois to Denise Brinkmeyer. She married Richard Kwiatek in 2006. Together, they had one son: Chase. The two later separated but remained close friends. Devon was a loving and devoted mother and cherished her...
Elaine L. Hall
Feb 24, 2021
Elaine L. Hall (nee Poulos), 91, proceeded in death by her son William T. Hall, grandson David Christensen, and granddaughter Renee Kovacs. Loving mother to Gloria Christensen, Patti (Mike) Fennell, Janet (Rich) Kovacs, Terry (Rose) Hall, Brian (Colleen) Hall, Gayle (Andrew) Anderson, Dennis (Tiffany) Hall. Cherished grandmother to Amy (Brian) Biedron, John (Dawn) Fennell, Colleen Fennell, Kevin (Lauren) Fennell, Matt...
Christine R. O'Malley
Feb 24, 2021
Christine R. O'Malley nee (Ulrich) passed away on February 24, 2021. Beloved wife of Patrick, Loving mother to Michael (Karen) O'Malley, Timothy (Natalie) O'Malley and Andrea O'Malley. Grandmother to Liz, Konner, Jon, Jack, Alex, Austin, Casey, Nathan, and August. Fond aunt to many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers please donate to Alzheimer's Association. Memorial Visitation, Tuesday March 2,...
Christine R. Oliver
Feb 24, 2021
Christine R. Oliver, nee Adams, age 67, late of Peotone, formerly of Mokena. Beloved mother of the late Crystal, Jessica (Tim) Ireland, Joshua (Sarah). Loving grandmother of Mackenzie, Aidan, Aliza ,Edie, and Clara. Dearest sister of Eileen Adams. Visitation Saturday, February 27, 2021, 9AM until time of Chapel Service 11:00 AM. Interment in Chapel Hill Garden South. *Due to the...
Ronald Roy Bullard
Feb 23, 2021
Ronald Roy Bullard, late of Frankfort IL. Born August 22, 1938 at rest February 23, 2021. Loving husband of Ruth (Setzke). Proud father of Rhonda (Jeff) McIntyre, Roy (Debbie), Kirby (Alexis). Devoted grandfather of Kerri, Tara, Caela, Matt, Stephanie, Jacquelyn, Melissa, and Luke. Great grandfather of Owen & Lucas. Ron was a proud member of the Chicago Police Department for...
Carmen P. Pignatiello
Feb 22, 2021
Carmen Peter Pignatiello, 90, of Tinley Park Illinois passed away on February 22. Beloved husband of the late Patricia (Egan). Loving father of the late Kathleen Margetis, Peter (Beth), Michael (Patrice) and Carmen (Karen). Cherished grandfather of 14 and great grandfather of 29. Dear brother of the late Diane (the late George Cullen). Fond uncle to many. He served his...
Joan V. Fleckenstein
Feb 15, 2021
Joan V. Fleckenstein nee (Mustard), late of Mokena, IL passed way February 15, 2021. Beloved wife of Robert Fleckenstein Sr. Loving mother of Robert (Heidy) Fleckenstein Jr., Russell (Arianna) Fleckenstein, Raymond (Doris) Fleckenstein, and Ross (Kimberly) Fleckenstein. Cherished grandmother of Ashley (Tyler) Granlund, Jessica (Matthew) Kasmer, Joshua Fleckenstein, Kai Fleckenstein, Kelly Fleckenstein, Jarrod (Marissa) Fleckenstein, Matthew Fleckenstein, and Carson Fleckenstein....
Robert C. Merrick
Feb 14, 2021
Robert C. Merrick, age 91, late of Mokena, IL formally of Ottawa, IL passed away peacefully February 14, 2021. Robert was born in Ottawa, IL to the late George and Hilda Merrick. Beloved husband for 60 years of Rolena (nee Hill); loving and devoted father of David & Milly Merrick, Debbie & John Nicely, Robert L Merrick and Steven Merrick....
John C. Schultz
Feb 10, 2021
John C. Schultz, age 87, late of Frankfort, IL. formerly of Tinley Park, IL. US Army Korean War Veteran, longtime Chicago Public School Teacher, Chicago and Illinois Hall of Fame Basketball Coach. Loving husband of Barbara (née Gornick), adoring father of John (Nancy), Timothy (Pamela), Katherine (Dick), late Elizabeth, Thomas, Mary, Terrence (Jennifer), Patrick (Lisa), many Grandchildren and Great-grandchildren. In...
Barbara J. D'Aversa
Feb 10, 2021
Barbara J. D’Aversa (nee Michelini), age 72, late of Blue Island. Beloved wife of Fulvio. Loving mother of Anna (Steven) Buss, and Virginio (Diane) D’Aversa. Dear grandmother of Lilianna, Daniella, Luke, Fulvio, Annelise. Cherished daughter of the late Armando and Edith Michelini. Dearest sister of Paul (Elaine) Michelini, William (Angela) Michelini, Mary Ann (Thomas) Raymond, and Joanne (Leon) Tortura. Fond...
Kenneth E. Gignac
Feb 9, 2021
Kenneth E. Gignac, age 87, late of Mokena, IL, formerly of Oak Forest IL. Beloved husband of Diane M. (deceased). Loving father of Trish (Doug) Nickleski, Steve (Kim), Mary Delsing, Jim (AnnMarie) and Ed (Karen). Proud and caring grandfather of Michelle (Brice) Martin, Dan Nickleski, Brittany (Jason) Williams, Alice, Matthew, Nathan, Rachel, Marcy Delsing, Alex Delsing, Casey, Arielle and great...
Robert M. Karpola
Jan 27, 2021
Robert M. Karpola, age 85, late of Mokena, IL formally of Chicago, IL passed away peacefully January 27, 2021. Robert was born in Chicago, IL to the late Andrew and Mary (Bolsega) Karpola. Beloved husband for 62 years of Phyllis (nee Toppett); loving and devoted father of Cheryl Edwards, Bruce, Keith (Ann), and Gayle (Edward) Melby. Cherished grandfather of Mike,...
Doris J. Formanski
Jan 27, 2021
Doris Jane Formanski (Sarat), age 87 late of Frankfort, IL. Beloved wife of 61 years of the late George L. Formanski. Loving mother of Cheryl (Ray) Watson, Danny (Julie) Formanski and Joe (Jenny) Formanski. Proud grandmother of Sarah (Scott), Ryan (Rebecca), Dana (Cory), Michela (Jorge), Ben, Katie, Sam, Nate, Zach and Andrew. Great-grandmother of Evelyn, Coraline, Lyla , Jose, Vincent,...
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