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Peter G. Pranckus

Peter G. Pranckus

Apr 6, 2020

Peter George Pranckus, age 28, Mokena Illinois died April 6. Beloved son of Ralph and Cathy nee Rohrer Pranckus. Beloved brother of Sam (Maggie), Charlie, Anna, Mia Pranckus Loving nephew to Nancy Pranckus, Joe and Katie Pranckus, Judy and Mark Phelan, Rita and Joe Brennan, Jim and Michelle Pranckus, Greg Pranckus, Denise and Larry Hartigan, George and Colleen Rohrer, Jerry...

Lorraine F. Vanderploeg

Lorraine F. Vanderploeg

Apr 5, 2020

Due to global pandemic of COVID-19 and public health mandates; services for Mrs. Vanderploeg will be held privately for immediate family only.

Bernard "Benny" John Salzbrunn

Bernard "Benny" John Salzbrunn

Apr 4, 2020

Ben Salzbrunn of Downers Grove, IL, died April 4, 2020 at the age of 73 years. Ben was born in Melrose Park, IL. to his parents the late Fred and Mary Alice Salzbrunn. Beloved husband of 52 years to Janice Ludwig. Loving father of Michelle and husband Colin Turner and Steven Salzbrunn and wife Valerie. Proud Grandfather to Benjamin, Caroline...

Alice E. Walker

Alice E. Walker

Mar 31, 2020

Alice E. Walker age 79, of Matteson, IL passed away Tuesday March 31, 2020. Devoted wife of Roy L. Walker. Loving mother of Roy (Brenda) Walker Jr., and Tammy " Walker" Alberico. Dear sister of Gordon Moran. Cherished grandmother of Jordan (Christopher) Roman, Brian (Meg) Walker, Kevin Walker and Dominic Alberico. Alice was a proud wife, mother, and grandmother. She...

Lillie Conway

Lillie Conway

Mar 24, 2020

Due to the world pandemic and the state of Illinois mandates for gathering sizes. The services for Ms. Conway were held privately. Please leave your condolences on her memorial tribute wall.

Horacio Ascencio

Horacio Ascencio

Mar 20, 2020

Due to the world pandemic and the state of Illinois mandates for gathering sizes. The services for Mr. Ascencio were held in private. Please leave your condolences on his memorial timeline.

Ew R. Tomczak

Ew R. Tomczak

Mar 19, 2020

Dr. Drew R. Tomczak M.D., age 72 of East Side, passed away on his birthday March 19, 2020 after a battle of melanoma to his brain. Beloved son of the late Andrew and Johanna Tomczak. Dear brother of the late Alan Tomczak, and sister in law Joan Tomczak and Robert Ignasiak. Caring uncle of Jennifer and Christopher Tomczak. Dear cousin...

Carl Ray Walker

Carl Ray Walker

Mar 13, 2020

Carl Ray Walker, age 93, US WWII Navy Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Geraldine Walker. Loving father of Dolores (Jerome) Fishback, Mary (Jim Whalen) Walker and the late Timmy Walker. Proud grandfather of Lisa (Dan), Kevin (Nichole), Daniel (Marlo) Jay (Rachel), Michael (Niki), Tim (Kirby), Ryan (Amy), Matthew (Shannin) and Elizabeth. Great grandfather of Jake (Emma), Kaitlyn (Nelz), Nick...

Robert P. Ferm Jr.

Robert P. Ferm Jr.

Mar 7, 2020

Robert P. Ferm Jr. born in Chicago raised in Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of Maureen Ferm nee Marshall. Loving father of Dana (Pan), Brett, and Danielle (Jason). Proud and caring grandfather of Gianna. Dear brother of Cheryl, Jim, and the late Pam. He was a lover of both people and animals. He never met a stranger he did not like...

Charles E. Johnson

Charles E. Johnson

Mar 7, 2020

Charles Johnson of New Lenox, IL, died March 7, 2020 at the age of 90 years. Charles was born in Dongola, IL. He enjoyed many things throughout the years. Love of pets/animals, gardening, boating, food, but most of all, spending time with family and friends. He loved Anne, his beloved wife and became her caregiver in her last years. He...

Karen Marie Pisano

Karen Marie Pisano

Mar 3, 2020

Karen Marie Pisano. Beloved and cherished daughter of Mary and the late Patrick Pisano. Loving sister of Patrick (Jamie), Kevin, Christopher (Marie) and Terence Pisano. Fond aunt of April, Andrew, Allison, Aaron, Aiden, Corrina, Hailey, Amber, Brooke, Quin, Adelle, Karen and Tristan. Special companion of Dolly. Many Dear aunts, uncles and cousins. Everyone who met Karen was touched by her...

Carl D. Singleton

Carl D. Singleton

Mar 2, 2020

Carl Donald Singleton, age 43, passed away on Monday, March 2nd, 2020 at his home in Orland Park, Illinois after a short battle with primary central nervous system brain lymphoma. He was born August 19, 1976, in Palos Park to Charles (Chuck) and Elizabeth (Peg) Singleton (Goldinger). He was a 1994 graduate of Lincoln-Way Central High School. He married Beth...

William J. Mark

William J. Mark

Feb 25, 2020

William J. Mark, age 94, late of Mokena, IL. US Army World War II Veteran, Chicago Fire Department Battalion Chief. Devoted husband of 69 years Marcella Mark nee McCarthy, adored father of Marybeth Neibert, Margaret (William) Currie, William P. (Patricia) and Thomas (Cheryl). Beloved grandfather of Ryan (Samantha), Adam (Chao), Nathan Mark, Kevin, Eric (Stephanie) Neibert, and Nicholas (Catie) and...

Steven E. Carey

Steven E. Carey

Feb 24, 2020

Steven Emory Carey, late of Mokena, IL. Born December 20, 1951 in Chicago, IL. to his parents the late Charles and Agnes Carey. Beloved husband of 46 years to Margretel Anne Carey. Loving father of Jonathan Jordan and the late David Scott Carey. Dear brother of Dennis, the late Michael, Douglas, Charles, Kathleen, James, and Daniel. Steve worked at O'Connor...

Gregory P. Pietrzyk

Gregory P. Pietrzyk

Feb 24, 2020

Gregory P. Pietrzyk, age 78, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy nee Almquist. Loving father of Kathy (Jeff) Libowitz, Karyn (Rob) Swaim, Kim (Frank) Markasovic, Kristy (Chris) Webber, Karla (Scott) Bullard. Proud grandfather of Adam, Cory, Sonny, Jessica, Kortney, Frankie, Meghan, Karlie, Tommy, Collin, Alec, Mikey, Jennifer, Joey, Ella, Danny, Rylinn, and great grandfather of...

Howard M. Turner

Howard M. Turner

Feb 21, 2020

Howard Mack Turner, 95, beloved husband of the late Rita Catherine Turner, died on Friday, February 20, 2020, peacefully at home, with his family present. A decorated WW II veteran, in 1944 Mr. Turner was on the first tank to liberate Paris. Later he served, in 1945, as a member of General Eisenhower’s staff that prepared the Act of Military...

Vincent A. Abbeduto

Vincent A. Abbeduto

Feb 13, 2020

Vincent A. Abbeduto, age 96, late of Manteno Illinois Veterans’ Home. US Army World War II Veteran. Visitation Thursday, February 20, 2020, 8:00-9:30 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue Tinley Park, IL. 60477. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 AM at St. George Church. Interment with full Military Honors at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.

Janie B. Ebert

Janie B. Ebert

Feb 10, 2020

Janie B. Ebert, age 95 passed away peacefully on February 10, 2020. Beloved wife of the late David L. Ebert. Loving mother of David (Janice) Ebert, and Linda (Jack) Kester. Proud Grandma of Lauren (Ryan) Kasper, Kelley Kasper, Kelly Kester, and Katie Kester. Funeral service Thursday, February 13, 2020, at 9:00 AM at Faith United Presbyterian Church 6200 167th, St,...

William J "Billy" Velasquez

William J "Billy" Velasquez

Feb 7, 2020

William J. Velasquez William was born in Blue Island, Illinois to Joe A. Velasquez and Sara Contreras on September 2, 1963. His siblings include: Cynthia Castillo (Sylvano), Gilbert Velasquez (Carmen), Virginia Castro, as well as his late siblings: Pepe (Ofelia), Michael, and Irene. He was known by many names such as Billy, Dobee, and Big Papi. He grew up in...

Kathleen J. Lettiere

Kathleen J. Lettiere

Feb 6, 2020

Kathleen J. Lettiere née Flynn, age 84, born and raised Irish Catholic on the southside of Chicago. She passed away peacefully on Thursday February 6, 2020 surrounded by her family.  She was a beloved wife of the late Frank Thomas Lettiere of 62 years.  Loving mother of Frank Thomas Jr. (Beth), Karen, Kathy (Bill) Hudek, Michael, Joan, Kelly and Joseph...

Peter G. Pranckus

Peter G. Pranckus

Apr 6, 2020

Peter George Pranckus, age 28, Mokena Illinois died April 6. Beloved son of Ralph and Cathy nee Rohrer Pranckus. Beloved brother of Sam (Maggie), Charlie, Anna, Mia Pranckus Loving nephew to Nancy Pranckus, Joe and Katie Pranckus, Judy and Mark Phelan, Rita and Joe Brennan, Jim and Michelle Pranckus, Greg Pranckus, Denise and Larry Hartigan, George and Colleen Rohrer, Jerry...

Lorraine F. Vanderploeg

Lorraine F. Vanderploeg

Apr 5, 2020

Due to global pandemic of COVID-19 and public health mandates; services for Mrs. Vanderploeg will be held privately for immediate family only.

Bernard "Benny" John Salzbrunn

Bernard "Benny" John Salzbrunn

Apr 4, 2020

Ben Salzbrunn of Downers Grove, IL, died April 4, 2020 at the age of 73 years. Ben was born in Melrose Park, IL. to his parents the late Fred and Mary Alice Salzbrunn. Beloved husband of 52 years to Janice Ludwig. Loving father of Michelle and husband Colin Turner and Steven Salzbrunn and wife Valerie. Proud Grandfather to Benjamin, Caroline...

Alice E. Walker

Alice E. Walker

Mar 31, 2020

Alice E. Walker age 79, of Matteson, IL passed away Tuesday March 31, 2020. Devoted wife of Roy L. Walker. Loving mother of Roy (Brenda) Walker Jr., and Tammy " Walker" Alberico. Dear sister of Gordon Moran. Cherished grandmother of Jordan (Christopher) Roman, Brian (Meg) Walker, Kevin Walker and Dominic Alberico. Alice was a proud wife, mother, and grandmother. She...

Lillie Conway

Lillie Conway

Mar 24, 2020

Due to the world pandemic and the state of Illinois mandates for gathering sizes. The services for Ms. Conway were held privately. Please leave your condolences on her memorial tribute wall.

Horacio Ascencio

Horacio Ascencio

Mar 20, 2020

Due to the world pandemic and the state of Illinois mandates for gathering sizes. The services for Mr. Ascencio were held in private. Please leave your condolences on his memorial timeline.

Ew R. Tomczak

Ew R. Tomczak

Mar 19, 2020

Dr. Drew R. Tomczak M.D., age 72 of East Side, passed away on his birthday March 19, 2020 after a battle of melanoma to his brain. Beloved son of the late Andrew and Johanna Tomczak. Dear brother of the late Alan Tomczak, and sister in law Joan Tomczak and Robert Ignasiak. Caring uncle of Jennifer and Christopher Tomczak. Dear cousin...

Carl Ray Walker

Carl Ray Walker

Mar 13, 2020

Carl Ray Walker, age 93, US WWII Navy Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Geraldine Walker. Loving father of Dolores (Jerome) Fishback, Mary (Jim Whalen) Walker and the late Timmy Walker. Proud grandfather of Lisa (Dan), Kevin (Nichole), Daniel (Marlo) Jay (Rachel), Michael (Niki), Tim (Kirby), Ryan (Amy), Matthew (Shannin) and Elizabeth. Great grandfather of Jake (Emma), Kaitlyn (Nelz), Nick...

Robert P. Ferm Jr.

Robert P. Ferm Jr.

Mar 7, 2020

Robert P. Ferm Jr. born in Chicago raised in Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of Maureen Ferm nee Marshall. Loving father of Dana (Pan), Brett, and Danielle (Jason). Proud and caring grandfather of Gianna. Dear brother of Cheryl, Jim, and the late Pam. He was a lover of both people and animals. He never met a stranger he did not like...

Charles E. Johnson

Charles E. Johnson

Mar 7, 2020

Charles Johnson of New Lenox, IL, died March 7, 2020 at the age of 90 years. Charles was born in Dongola, IL. He enjoyed many things throughout the years. Love of pets/animals, gardening, boating, food, but most of all, spending time with family and friends. He loved Anne, his beloved wife and became her caregiver in her last years. He...

Karen Marie Pisano

Karen Marie Pisano

Mar 3, 2020

Karen Marie Pisano. Beloved and cherished daughter of Mary and the late Patrick Pisano. Loving sister of Patrick (Jamie), Kevin, Christopher (Marie) and Terence Pisano. Fond aunt of April, Andrew, Allison, Aaron, Aiden, Corrina, Hailey, Amber, Brooke, Quin, Adelle, Karen and Tristan. Special companion of Dolly. Many Dear aunts, uncles and cousins. Everyone who met Karen was touched by her...

Carl D. Singleton

Carl D. Singleton

Mar 2, 2020

Carl Donald Singleton, age 43, passed away on Monday, March 2nd, 2020 at his home in Orland Park, Illinois after a short battle with primary central nervous system brain lymphoma. He was born August 19, 1976, in Palos Park to Charles (Chuck) and Elizabeth (Peg) Singleton (Goldinger). He was a 1994 graduate of Lincoln-Way Central High School. He married Beth...

William J. Mark

William J. Mark

Feb 25, 2020

William J. Mark, age 94, late of Mokena, IL. US Army World War II Veteran, Chicago Fire Department Battalion Chief. Devoted husband of 69 years Marcella Mark nee McCarthy, adored father of Marybeth Neibert, Margaret (William) Currie, William P. (Patricia) and Thomas (Cheryl). Beloved grandfather of Ryan (Samantha), Adam (Chao), Nathan Mark, Kevin, Eric (Stephanie) Neibert, and Nicholas (Catie) and...

Steven E. Carey

Steven E. Carey

Feb 24, 2020

Steven Emory Carey, late of Mokena, IL. Born December 20, 1951 in Chicago, IL. to his parents the late Charles and Agnes Carey. Beloved husband of 46 years to Margretel Anne Carey. Loving father of Jonathan Jordan and the late David Scott Carey. Dear brother of Dennis, the late Michael, Douglas, Charles, Kathleen, James, and Daniel. Steve worked at O'Connor...

Gregory P. Pietrzyk

Gregory P. Pietrzyk

Feb 24, 2020

Gregory P. Pietrzyk, age 78, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy nee Almquist. Loving father of Kathy (Jeff) Libowitz, Karyn (Rob) Swaim, Kim (Frank) Markasovic, Kristy (Chris) Webber, Karla (Scott) Bullard. Proud grandfather of Adam, Cory, Sonny, Jessica, Kortney, Frankie, Meghan, Karlie, Tommy, Collin, Alec, Mikey, Jennifer, Joey, Ella, Danny, Rylinn, and great grandfather of...

Howard M. Turner

Howard M. Turner

Feb 21, 2020

Howard Mack Turner, 95, beloved husband of the late Rita Catherine Turner, died on Friday, February 20, 2020, peacefully at home, with his family present. A decorated WW II veteran, in 1944 Mr. Turner was on the first tank to liberate Paris. Later he served, in 1945, as a member of General Eisenhower’s staff that prepared the Act of Military...

Vincent A. Abbeduto

Vincent A. Abbeduto

Feb 13, 2020

Vincent A. Abbeduto, age 96, late of Manteno Illinois Veterans’ Home. US Army World War II Veteran. Visitation Thursday, February 20, 2020, 8:00-9:30 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue Tinley Park, IL. 60477. Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 AM at St. George Church. Interment with full Military Honors at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.

Janie B. Ebert

Janie B. Ebert

Feb 10, 2020

Janie B. Ebert, age 95 passed away peacefully on February 10, 2020. Beloved wife of the late David L. Ebert. Loving mother of David (Janice) Ebert, and Linda (Jack) Kester. Proud Grandma of Lauren (Ryan) Kasper, Kelley Kasper, Kelly Kester, and Katie Kester. Funeral service Thursday, February 13, 2020, at 9:00 AM at Faith United Presbyterian Church 6200 167th, St,...

William J "Billy" Velasquez

William J "Billy" Velasquez

Feb 7, 2020

William J. Velasquez William was born in Blue Island, Illinois to Joe A. Velasquez and Sara Contreras on September 2, 1963. His siblings include: Cynthia Castillo (Sylvano), Gilbert Velasquez (Carmen), Virginia Castro, as well as his late siblings: Pepe (Ofelia), Michael, and Irene. He was known by many names such as Billy, Dobee, and Big Papi. He grew up in...

Kathleen J. Lettiere

Kathleen J. Lettiere

Feb 6, 2020

Kathleen J. Lettiere née Flynn, age 84, born and raised Irish Catholic on the southside of Chicago. She passed away peacefully on Thursday February 6, 2020 surrounded by her family.  She was a beloved wife of the late Frank Thomas Lettiere of 62 years.  Loving mother of Frank Thomas Jr. (Beth), Karen, Kathy (Bill) Hudek, Michael, Joan, Kelly and Joseph...

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