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James Michael Mccarthy

James Michael Mccarthy

Dec 11, 2020

James Michael McCarthy , beloved son to Carol Ann McCarthy (Comiso) and late Jerome Patrick McCarthy. Beloved brother to Jerome Jr., Thomas, Kathleen, Carolyn, John, & Robert McCarthy. Wonderful uncle to Michael Navarro, Lauren, Andrea, & Rachel Jané. Beloved brother in law to Barry Buysse (John McCarthy) & Joseph Jané ( Carolyn McCarthy. James was a beloved nephew and cousin....

Vern J. Lanenga

Vern J. Lanenga

Dec 8, 2020

Vern J. Lanenga, age 65, Beloved husband of Cheryl Lanenga nee Casey. Loving father of Adam (Jeri), Chris (Stephanie), and Brian (Cassie). Proud and caring grandfather of Nash and Hudson. Dear uncle of Travis, Brandi, Shawn, Kati, Michael, Amy, Anne, and Alex. Visitation, Friday, December 11, 2020, 3:00-8:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue Tinley Park, IL. 60477....

Karen A. Morris

Karen A. Morris

Dec 7, 2020

Karen Ann Morris, Age 58, of Mokena, passed away peacefully after a brief battle with cancer. Karen was born January 11, 1962, in Evergreen Park to Kenneth and Jeanette (McIntyre) Hermanson. She graduated in 1980 from Hillcrest High School. Karen married her soulmate, Richard Morris, on June 4th, 1983, in Homewood. Longtime employee of JPMorgan Chase, she was a VP...

George W. Kraft

George W. Kraft

Dec 5, 2020

George W. Kraft, age 73, late of Frankfort, IL. Beloved husband of Diane Kraft nee Thomas. Loving father of Brandon Kraft. Funeral Services for Mr. Kraft will be held in private due to the COVID-19 Global Pandemic. Arrangements entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home.

Robert C. Aikens

Robert C. Aikens

Dec 4, 2020

Robert C. Aikens, 93 1/2 years of age, US Army Air Force WWII Veteran 1944-1946, Beloved husband of 61 years to the late Kathleen Aikens née Kleinhenz. Loving father of Karen Bair, Susan (late Timothy) Copeland, and Robert (Marguerite) Aikens. Proud grandfather of Kelly (Casey) Dunn, Robert (Shannon) Bair, Scott (Alexandra) Copeland, and Brett Copeland, Robert “R.C.”, Matthew Aikens, and...

Owen G. Barnett

Owen G. Barnett

Dec 2, 2020

Owen G. Barnett. Korean War Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Carole (nee Petrie). Loving father of Chuck and Jeff Barnett. Dear grandfather of Kelly (Brian) Lowery, Conner and Kierin Barnett. Dearest great grandfather of Blake and Cameron Lowery. Interment is private at St. Mary Cemetery. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, a memorial event will be held at a later time....

Patricia Neace

Patricia Neace

Nov 28, 2020

Patricia (Pat) Neace (Mason) passed away at South Suburban Hospital on November 28, 2020 at the age of 74. Patricia is proceeded in death by Jermillia Mason (Mother) and Guy Mason Sr. (Father) Patricia is survived by her loving husband Herschel (Cotton) of 54 years. They were married in Tinley Park, IL on September 10, 1966. Patricia is lovingly remembered...

James L. Disabato

James L. Disabato

Nov 27, 2020

James “Jim” L. Disabato, of Alsip, passed away at Palos Hospital on Friday, November 27, 2020 at the age of 81. His loving wife, Dian and their eldest son, Jeff, were present to say their last “I love you” before he departed. Jim was born on November 17, 1939 in Blue Island, to Pasquale and Louise (nee Guglielmucci) Disabato. On...

Robert J. Homel

Robert J. Homel

Nov 25, 2020

Robert J. Homel of New Lenox, IL, passed away peacefully at the age of 71 surrounded by his loved ones. Robert was born on April 23, 1949, in Chicago, IL, to Casey Homel and Anna nee Ryba. Robert married his high-school sweetheart Mary Labriola on August 8, 1970, and they recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Robert and Mary raised...

Virginia T. White

Virginia T. White

Nov 25, 2020

Virginia T. White, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved mother of Paul Dombrowski, James Dombrowksi, Thomas (Audrey) Dombrowksi, John (Ruth) Dombrowski, Edward (Mary) Dombrowski, Mary (Dan) Sucich, Ellen Johnson, Joe (Michele) Dombrowski, Pat (Anette) Dombrowski, Mark (Emily) Dombrowski, and Virginia (Bob Buttala, Jr.). Loving grandmother of Megan (Michael) Gasparovich, Michael (Emily), Elizabeth (Eric) Arcus, Lauren, David (Liz), Sean (Heather), Brian...

John E. Kallas

John E. Kallas

Nov 24, 2020

John E. Kallas, age 72, late of Tinley Park, IL. United States Marine Corp Vietnam Veteran, 1968-1970 Quảng Trị province. Beloved husband of Susan Kallas nee Wruck. Loving father of Traci and Pat. Caring brother of James (Delphine) and Pauline Ballesteros. Dear uncle of David, Beth, Michael, and Ryan. Visitation Monday, November 30, 2020, 3:00-8:00 PM. Funeral Tuesday, 10:00 AM...

Michael Convey

Michael Convey

Nov 23, 2020

Michael Convey ,68, died peacefully on 11/23/2020. He is survived by his wife Mary (nee Scanlon) ,son Joseph and daughters Catherine and Bridget. Michael had many loving Grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Michael was preceded by his son Sean earlier this year. Michael was proud to have been raised on the South side's Little Flower Parish. He spent many...

Scott A. Soga

Scott A. Soga

Nov 23, 2020

With deepest sorrow, we announce that our most beloved Son, Scott Allen Soga, age 49 passed away suddenly on Nov 23, 2020. Those who knew Scott recognized he had a big heart, he was a compassionate person who cared about others. He was generous and loving. Scott will be forever loved and missed by his Father Robert Soga, Mother Linda...

Robert J. Seery

Robert J. Seery

Nov 23, 2020

Robert J. Seery, loving and deeply loved husband of the late Mary Lou Seery, devoted father of Mary Pat (Michael) Flaherty, Robert (Darcy), Pam Seery, Rose Horan (Randy Barthel), Mark (Leigh) and Matthew (Mary). Amazing Grandpa of Katie (Colin) Dill, Grace, Mary Clare and Michael Flaherty; Ashley, John and Olivia Seery; Robert (Sarah), Amanda (Kate) and Zachary Borvan; Caleigh, Nolan,...

Jacqueline A. Trino

Jacqueline A. Trino

Nov 23, 2020

Jacqueline “Jackie” Trino, daughter of the late Jack and Lois Freitag, was born November 8, 1948 in Blue Island, IL. She was a graduate of Tinley Park High School, class of 1966, and an active member of the greater Tinley Park community growing up. She worked a variety of jobs after high school, until she made a home with Formax...

Matthew A. Juris

Matthew A. Juris

Nov 22, 2020

Matthew Juris went peacefully with the angels on Sunday November 22, 2020. Matthew was welcomed with loving arms by his late wife Doreen of 61 years. Matthew leaves behind 5 children: Deborah (Phil) Dizonno, Kimberly Benedetto (Jay Gonciarczyk), Matthew (Kathy) Juris Jr., Mitchell (Renee) Juris and Michelle (Pete) Craven. Matthew and Doreen raised their 5 children together in the suburbs...

Dorothy Todorka Vrbanov

Dorothy Todorka Vrbanov

Nov 21, 2020

Dorothy Todorka Vrbanov, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Pete Vrbanov. Private services will be held at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church of Homewood, IL. Private interment to follow in Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Tinley Park. IL. Arrangements entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home, Tinley Park, IL. 708-532-1635.

Dolores "Dutch" Climack

Dolores "Dutch" Climack

Nov 19, 2020

Dolores "Dutch” R. Climack nee Bradlo, age 87, born, raised and lived in Chicago's St. Bede neighborhood where she raised her family before moving to Lockport in 2006, passed away Thursday ,November 19, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Devoted wife of the late John “Jack” Climack Sr. Loving mother of John Jr. (Marianne) of Chicago, James (Colleen) of Alsip,...

Robert L. Corey Jr.

Robert L. Corey Jr.

Nov 18, 2020

Robert L. Corey, Jr., age 90, US Army Veteran. Late of Matteson, formerly of Dolton and Blue Island. Beloved husband of Dorothy Corey nee Rubino. Loving father of Scott (late Peggy) Corey, Christy Corey, Laurie Gilmack, Beth (Joe) Gonzalez and Chris Corey. Proud grandfather of Jennifer Blades, Jessica Corey, the late Corey and Samantha Gilmack, Anthony, Victoria and Gina Gonzalez,...

John Kocsis Jr.

John Kocsis Jr.

Nov 17, 2020

John Kocsis, Jr., late of Tinley Park formerly of Matteson. Beloved husband of the late Diane Kocsis nee Kubik. Loving father of Judith (Glenn) Robson, John (Jill) and James (Tashia) Kocsis. Treasured grandfather of Evan, Noah, Liberty, Rachel, and Drew. Step grandfather of Reggie. Cherished brother in law of Kathy (late Fred) Shannon and Elizabeth Kocsis. Special uncle to Bruce...

James Michael Mccarthy

James Michael Mccarthy

Dec 11, 2020

James Michael McCarthy , beloved son to Carol Ann McCarthy (Comiso) and late Jerome Patrick McCarthy. Beloved brother to Jerome Jr., Thomas, Kathleen, Carolyn, John, & Robert McCarthy. Wonderful uncle to Michael Navarro, Lauren, Andrea, & Rachel Jané. Beloved brother in law to Barry Buysse (John McCarthy) & Joseph Jané ( Carolyn McCarthy. James was a beloved nephew and cousin....

Vern J. Lanenga

Vern J. Lanenga

Dec 8, 2020

Vern J. Lanenga, age 65, Beloved husband of Cheryl Lanenga nee Casey. Loving father of Adam (Jeri), Chris (Stephanie), and Brian (Cassie). Proud and caring grandfather of Nash and Hudson. Dear uncle of Travis, Brandi, Shawn, Kati, Michael, Amy, Anne, and Alex. Visitation, Friday, December 11, 2020, 3:00-8:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue Tinley Park, IL. 60477....

Karen A. Morris

Karen A. Morris

Dec 7, 2020

Karen Ann Morris, Age 58, of Mokena, passed away peacefully after a brief battle with cancer. Karen was born January 11, 1962, in Evergreen Park to Kenneth and Jeanette (McIntyre) Hermanson. She graduated in 1980 from Hillcrest High School. Karen married her soulmate, Richard Morris, on June 4th, 1983, in Homewood. Longtime employee of JPMorgan Chase, she was a VP...

George W. Kraft

George W. Kraft

Dec 5, 2020

George W. Kraft, age 73, late of Frankfort, IL. Beloved husband of Diane Kraft nee Thomas. Loving father of Brandon Kraft. Funeral Services for Mr. Kraft will be held in private due to the COVID-19 Global Pandemic. Arrangements entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home.

Robert C. Aikens

Robert C. Aikens

Dec 4, 2020

Robert C. Aikens, 93 1/2 years of age, US Army Air Force WWII Veteran 1944-1946, Beloved husband of 61 years to the late Kathleen Aikens née Kleinhenz. Loving father of Karen Bair, Susan (late Timothy) Copeland, and Robert (Marguerite) Aikens. Proud grandfather of Kelly (Casey) Dunn, Robert (Shannon) Bair, Scott (Alexandra) Copeland, and Brett Copeland, Robert “R.C.”, Matthew Aikens, and...

Owen G. Barnett

Owen G. Barnett

Dec 2, 2020

Owen G. Barnett. Korean War Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Carole (nee Petrie). Loving father of Chuck and Jeff Barnett. Dear grandfather of Kelly (Brian) Lowery, Conner and Kierin Barnett. Dearest great grandfather of Blake and Cameron Lowery. Interment is private at St. Mary Cemetery. Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, a memorial event will be held at a later time....

Patricia Neace

Patricia Neace

Nov 28, 2020

Patricia (Pat) Neace (Mason) passed away at South Suburban Hospital on November 28, 2020 at the age of 74. Patricia is proceeded in death by Jermillia Mason (Mother) and Guy Mason Sr. (Father) Patricia is survived by her loving husband Herschel (Cotton) of 54 years. They were married in Tinley Park, IL on September 10, 1966. Patricia is lovingly remembered...

James L. Disabato

James L. Disabato

Nov 27, 2020

James “Jim” L. Disabato, of Alsip, passed away at Palos Hospital on Friday, November 27, 2020 at the age of 81. His loving wife, Dian and their eldest son, Jeff, were present to say their last “I love you” before he departed. Jim was born on November 17, 1939 in Blue Island, to Pasquale and Louise (nee Guglielmucci) Disabato. On...

Robert J. Homel

Robert J. Homel

Nov 25, 2020

Robert J. Homel of New Lenox, IL, passed away peacefully at the age of 71 surrounded by his loved ones. Robert was born on April 23, 1949, in Chicago, IL, to Casey Homel and Anna nee Ryba. Robert married his high-school sweetheart Mary Labriola on August 8, 1970, and they recently celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary. Robert and Mary raised...

Virginia T. White

Virginia T. White

Nov 25, 2020

Virginia T. White, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved mother of Paul Dombrowski, James Dombrowksi, Thomas (Audrey) Dombrowksi, John (Ruth) Dombrowski, Edward (Mary) Dombrowski, Mary (Dan) Sucich, Ellen Johnson, Joe (Michele) Dombrowski, Pat (Anette) Dombrowski, Mark (Emily) Dombrowski, and Virginia (Bob Buttala, Jr.). Loving grandmother of Megan (Michael) Gasparovich, Michael (Emily), Elizabeth (Eric) Arcus, Lauren, David (Liz), Sean (Heather), Brian...

John E. Kallas

John E. Kallas

Nov 24, 2020

John E. Kallas, age 72, late of Tinley Park, IL. United States Marine Corp Vietnam Veteran, 1968-1970 Quảng Trị province. Beloved husband of Susan Kallas nee Wruck. Loving father of Traci and Pat. Caring brother of James (Delphine) and Pauline Ballesteros. Dear uncle of David, Beth, Michael, and Ryan. Visitation Monday, November 30, 2020, 3:00-8:00 PM. Funeral Tuesday, 10:00 AM...

Michael Convey

Michael Convey

Nov 23, 2020

Michael Convey ,68, died peacefully on 11/23/2020. He is survived by his wife Mary (nee Scanlon) ,son Joseph and daughters Catherine and Bridget. Michael had many loving Grandchildren, great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. Michael was preceded by his son Sean earlier this year. Michael was proud to have been raised on the South side's Little Flower Parish. He spent many...

Scott A. Soga

Scott A. Soga

Nov 23, 2020

With deepest sorrow, we announce that our most beloved Son, Scott Allen Soga, age 49 passed away suddenly on Nov 23, 2020. Those who knew Scott recognized he had a big heart, he was a compassionate person who cared about others. He was generous and loving. Scott will be forever loved and missed by his Father Robert Soga, Mother Linda...

Robert J. Seery

Robert J. Seery

Nov 23, 2020

Robert J. Seery, loving and deeply loved husband of the late Mary Lou Seery, devoted father of Mary Pat (Michael) Flaherty, Robert (Darcy), Pam Seery, Rose Horan (Randy Barthel), Mark (Leigh) and Matthew (Mary). Amazing Grandpa of Katie (Colin) Dill, Grace, Mary Clare and Michael Flaherty; Ashley, John and Olivia Seery; Robert (Sarah), Amanda (Kate) and Zachary Borvan; Caleigh, Nolan,...

Jacqueline A. Trino

Jacqueline A. Trino

Nov 23, 2020

Jacqueline “Jackie” Trino, daughter of the late Jack and Lois Freitag, was born November 8, 1948 in Blue Island, IL. She was a graduate of Tinley Park High School, class of 1966, and an active member of the greater Tinley Park community growing up. She worked a variety of jobs after high school, until she made a home with Formax...

Matthew A. Juris

Matthew A. Juris

Nov 22, 2020

Matthew Juris went peacefully with the angels on Sunday November 22, 2020. Matthew was welcomed with loving arms by his late wife Doreen of 61 years. Matthew leaves behind 5 children: Deborah (Phil) Dizonno, Kimberly Benedetto (Jay Gonciarczyk), Matthew (Kathy) Juris Jr., Mitchell (Renee) Juris and Michelle (Pete) Craven. Matthew and Doreen raised their 5 children together in the suburbs...

Dorothy Todorka Vrbanov

Dorothy Todorka Vrbanov

Nov 21, 2020

Dorothy Todorka Vrbanov, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Pete Vrbanov. Private services will be held at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church of Homewood, IL. Private interment to follow in Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Tinley Park. IL. Arrangements entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home, Tinley Park, IL. 708-532-1635.

Dolores "Dutch" Climack

Dolores "Dutch" Climack

Nov 19, 2020

Dolores "Dutch” R. Climack nee Bradlo, age 87, born, raised and lived in Chicago's St. Bede neighborhood where she raised her family before moving to Lockport in 2006, passed away Thursday ,November 19, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Devoted wife of the late John “Jack” Climack Sr. Loving mother of John Jr. (Marianne) of Chicago, James (Colleen) of Alsip,...

Robert L. Corey Jr.

Robert L. Corey Jr.

Nov 18, 2020

Robert L. Corey, Jr., age 90, US Army Veteran. Late of Matteson, formerly of Dolton and Blue Island. Beloved husband of Dorothy Corey nee Rubino. Loving father of Scott (late Peggy) Corey, Christy Corey, Laurie Gilmack, Beth (Joe) Gonzalez and Chris Corey. Proud grandfather of Jennifer Blades, Jessica Corey, the late Corey and Samantha Gilmack, Anthony, Victoria and Gina Gonzalez,...

John Kocsis Jr.

John Kocsis Jr.

Nov 17, 2020

John Kocsis, Jr., late of Tinley Park formerly of Matteson. Beloved husband of the late Diane Kocsis nee Kubik. Loving father of Judith (Glenn) Robson, John (Jill) and James (Tashia) Kocsis. Treasured grandfather of Evan, Noah, Liberty, Rachel, and Drew. Step grandfather of Reggie. Cherished brother in law of Kathy (late Fred) Shannon and Elizabeth Kocsis. Special uncle to Bruce...

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