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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
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
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
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
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
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...
Benjamin A. Stefanski
Feb 6, 2020
Benjamin A. Stefanski passed away peacefully on February 6th surrounded by family. Beloved husband to Mary Ann Stefanski née Zacharias for 57 years, father of Carolyn Fronsee née Stefanski (Dan), Grandpa to Michael, William and Kaitlyn, uncle to Robert Svara and James Svara (Jackie), great uncle to Kayla, Michael, Abby and Cole, Best friend of 47 years to Jim Intrieri....
Robert F. Creed
Jan 30, 2020
Visitation will be held Monday, February 03, 2020, 3:00-9:00 PM. Interment will be private.
Loretta C. Mazurowski
Jan 26, 2020
In lieu of flowers donations to St. Vincent de Paul Society 2145 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60614 Immaculate Conception Church 2944 E 88th St., Chicago, IL 60617 Alzheimers Association 225 N. Michigan Ave, Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601
Robert W. Burns
Jan 26, 2020
Robert W. Burns, late of Orland Park, IL. Beloved husband of Theresa A. "Terrie" Burns (nee Latka). Loving father of Robert William (Terry Lickman), Richard Anthony (Elizabeth) and Andrew Bryan (Julie) Burns. Fond grandfather of Ella Annabelle, Evelyn Adelaide and Edward Anthony Burns. Dear brother of Paula Buzzelli, Patrick, Linda Rock, Nancy Honess, Christine and Susan Burns. Memorial visitation Saturday...
S Evelyn Tiberi Story
Jan 24, 2020
Evelyn Tiberi Story, late of Frankfort, IL. Beloved wife of the late Roderick. Loving mother of Gina Tiberi (Charles), Louis Tiberi (Keri) and Thomas (Anne) Tiberi. Devoted grandmother of Erin, Nikki, Timothy, Kyle, Louis, Tori and Cassidy. Great grandmother of Nathan, Archer and Isaac. Many nieces and nephews. Funeral service Tuesday 11:30 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home 19604 S....
Helen Biesen
Jan 21, 2020
Mrs. Helen Biesen nee Corcoran, age 100, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late John H. Biesen. Loving mother of John E. (Mary Anne), Marilyn (Robert) Stone, the late William (Pam), and Jim (Roberta). Proud grandmother of 9 and great grandmother of 10. Dear sister of the late Elizabeth, the late Dennis, the late Catherine, the late...
Peter H. Winker
Jan 20, 2020
Peter H. Winker, late of Mokena, IL. US Army Vietnam Veteran. Beloved husband of Joan Winker nee Benson. Loving father of Jennifer and Peter Jr. Winker. Proud grandfather of Holly and Hannah. Dear brother of Jim Winker, Joann Schellhase, and Donald Cappel. Lying in State, Monday January 27, 2020, 10:00 AM until time of Service 11:00 AM at St. John...
William J. Riley
Jan 20, 2020
William J. Riley, age 75. Beloved husband of Becky Riley. Loving father of Mike, and Jim Riley. Dear brother of Don (Diane) Riley and brother in law Jerry Jankuski. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Memorial service Friday January 24, 2020, 4:00-9:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral Home 17248 S. Harlem Ave, Tinley Park, IL. Inurnment with full military honors at...
Edna M. Peterson
Jan 19, 2020
Edna M. Peterson, age 86, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2020. Born to the late Oscar and Luella Langaas March 4, 1933.Edna was a long time resident of Mokena, IL and served her community through volunteer work. Edna was an avid piano player and shared her music through lessons, church, and community. Loving mother of Steve (Barbara) Peterson, George...
Marion Rae Aper
Jan 16, 2020
Marion Rae Draper, age 89, passed away on January 16, 2020. Beloved wife of the late William Edward Draper Jr. Loving mother of William Edward Draper III and the late Elizabeth Marion Draper. Cherished sister of Doris Vivian Orvis, the late Francis Wolf and Donald Blodgett. Proud grandmother of Dawn Diane Reed (nee Draper), Michelle Renee Draper, and William Edward...
Brianna Lillie Murray
Jan 10, 2020
Brianna Lillie Murray, age 74, a resident of Mokena for over 50 years. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Murray. Loving mother of the Fire Chief of Mokena Fire District, Howard (Suzanne) Stephens, and John Locuptuitz. Caring sister of Ted (Maryanne) Balinski from Elmhurst, IL, Rita Gawryiszyn from Park Forest, IL, and Florence from Montello, Wisconsin, (Bill) Magee. Cherished grandmother...
Susan K. Schuldt
Jan 7, 2020
Susan K. Schuldt nee Lucas. Late of Oak Forest, IL. Beloved wife of the late Steven Schuldt. Loving mother of Shawn (Audrey) and Matthew (Christine) Schuldt. Proud grandmother of Allison, Lauren, Cooper and Alexis Schuldt. Memorial visitation Friday January 31, 2020 from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials to the American Cancer Society 17060 Aok Park...
Desmond Mccarthy
Jan 5, 2020
Desmond Joseph McCarthy, 94, of Lemont, Illinois, passed away January 5th. Formerly of Boca Raton, Florida; Tinley Park, Illinois; Chicago, Illinois; London, England. Born in the Rhondda Valley in Wales in 1925. Survived by Ellen McCarthy of Evergreen Park; daughters Ann Marie (Joe Thouvenell) McCarthy; Mary Catherine (Michael) Burke; sons John (Mary Beth) and Patrick (Shayna). Survived by eleven grandchildren...
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
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
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
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
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
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...
Benjamin A. Stefanski
Feb 6, 2020
Benjamin A. Stefanski passed away peacefully on February 6th surrounded by family. Beloved husband to Mary Ann Stefanski née Zacharias for 57 years, father of Carolyn Fronsee née Stefanski (Dan), Grandpa to Michael, William and Kaitlyn, uncle to Robert Svara and James Svara (Jackie), great uncle to Kayla, Michael, Abby and Cole, Best friend of 47 years to Jim Intrieri....
Robert F. Creed
Jan 30, 2020
Visitation will be held Monday, February 03, 2020, 3:00-9:00 PM. Interment will be private.
Loretta C. Mazurowski
Jan 26, 2020
In lieu of flowers donations to St. Vincent de Paul Society 2145 N. Halsted St., Chicago, IL 60614 Immaculate Conception Church 2944 E 88th St., Chicago, IL 60617 Alzheimers Association 225 N. Michigan Ave, Fl. 17, Chicago, IL 60601
Robert W. Burns
Jan 26, 2020
Robert W. Burns, late of Orland Park, IL. Beloved husband of Theresa A. "Terrie" Burns (nee Latka). Loving father of Robert William (Terry Lickman), Richard Anthony (Elizabeth) and Andrew Bryan (Julie) Burns. Fond grandfather of Ella Annabelle, Evelyn Adelaide and Edward Anthony Burns. Dear brother of Paula Buzzelli, Patrick, Linda Rock, Nancy Honess, Christine and Susan Burns. Memorial visitation Saturday...
S Evelyn Tiberi Story
Jan 24, 2020
Evelyn Tiberi Story, late of Frankfort, IL. Beloved wife of the late Roderick. Loving mother of Gina Tiberi (Charles), Louis Tiberi (Keri) and Thomas (Anne) Tiberi. Devoted grandmother of Erin, Nikki, Timothy, Kyle, Louis, Tori and Cassidy. Great grandmother of Nathan, Archer and Isaac. Many nieces and nephews. Funeral service Tuesday 11:30 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home 19604 S....
Helen Biesen
Jan 21, 2020
Mrs. Helen Biesen nee Corcoran, age 100, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late John H. Biesen. Loving mother of John E. (Mary Anne), Marilyn (Robert) Stone, the late William (Pam), and Jim (Roberta). Proud grandmother of 9 and great grandmother of 10. Dear sister of the late Elizabeth, the late Dennis, the late Catherine, the late...
Peter H. Winker
Jan 20, 2020
Peter H. Winker, late of Mokena, IL. US Army Vietnam Veteran. Beloved husband of Joan Winker nee Benson. Loving father of Jennifer and Peter Jr. Winker. Proud grandfather of Holly and Hannah. Dear brother of Jim Winker, Joann Schellhase, and Donald Cappel. Lying in State, Monday January 27, 2020, 10:00 AM until time of Service 11:00 AM at St. John...
William J. Riley
Jan 20, 2020
William J. Riley, age 75. Beloved husband of Becky Riley. Loving father of Mike, and Jim Riley. Dear brother of Don (Diane) Riley and brother in law Jerry Jankuski. Uncle of many nieces and nephews. Memorial service Friday January 24, 2020, 4:00-9:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral Home 17248 S. Harlem Ave, Tinley Park, IL. Inurnment with full military honors at...
Edna M. Peterson
Jan 19, 2020
Edna M. Peterson, age 86, passed away on Sunday, January 19, 2020. Born to the late Oscar and Luella Langaas March 4, 1933.Edna was a long time resident of Mokena, IL and served her community through volunteer work. Edna was an avid piano player and shared her music through lessons, church, and community. Loving mother of Steve (Barbara) Peterson, George...
Marion Rae Aper
Jan 16, 2020
Marion Rae Draper, age 89, passed away on January 16, 2020. Beloved wife of the late William Edward Draper Jr. Loving mother of William Edward Draper III and the late Elizabeth Marion Draper. Cherished sister of Doris Vivian Orvis, the late Francis Wolf and Donald Blodgett. Proud grandmother of Dawn Diane Reed (nee Draper), Michelle Renee Draper, and William Edward...
Brianna Lillie Murray
Jan 10, 2020
Brianna Lillie Murray, age 74, a resident of Mokena for over 50 years. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Murray. Loving mother of the Fire Chief of Mokena Fire District, Howard (Suzanne) Stephens, and John Locuptuitz. Caring sister of Ted (Maryanne) Balinski from Elmhurst, IL, Rita Gawryiszyn from Park Forest, IL, and Florence from Montello, Wisconsin, (Bill) Magee. Cherished grandmother...
Susan K. Schuldt
Jan 7, 2020
Susan K. Schuldt nee Lucas. Late of Oak Forest, IL. Beloved wife of the late Steven Schuldt. Loving mother of Shawn (Audrey) and Matthew (Christine) Schuldt. Proud grandmother of Allison, Lauren, Cooper and Alexis Schuldt. Memorial visitation Friday January 31, 2020 from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM. In lieu of flowers memorials to the American Cancer Society 17060 Aok Park...
Desmond Mccarthy
Jan 5, 2020
Desmond Joseph McCarthy, 94, of Lemont, Illinois, passed away January 5th. Formerly of Boca Raton, Florida; Tinley Park, Illinois; Chicago, Illinois; London, England. Born in the Rhondda Valley in Wales in 1925. Survived by Ellen McCarthy of Evergreen Park; daughters Ann Marie (Joe Thouvenell) McCarthy; Mary Catherine (Michael) Burke; sons John (Mary Beth) and Patrick (Shayna). Survived by eleven grandchildren...
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