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Anna Christina Bartoli

Anna Christina Bartoli

Apr 22, 2019

Anna Christina Bartoli nee Smith, beloved wife of the late Christian Bartoli Jr. Loving mother of Linda Bartoli and Anthony C. Bartoli. Devoted grandmother of Marissa Daszkiewicz, Brianna, Jordan and Anthony C. Jr. Bartoli. Dear sister of Dorothy Smith and Frances Homberger. Visitation Friday April 26, 2019 from 3:00 until 8:00 PM. Private Cremation Rite.

Nancy E. Scanlin

Nancy E. Scanlin

Apr 22, 2019

Nancy E. Scanlin, age 70. late of Mokena. Beloved wife of William E. Scanlin Sr. Loving mother of Jennifer Scanlin and William D. Scanlin. Caring grandmother to Liberty. Cherished Brother of Joe ( Marcia) Rhodes. Proceeded in death by brother Jeffrey Rhodes, and David Rhodes. Memorial Service Saturday May 4, 12:00 at Wayside Chapel, 12700 Southwest Hwy, Palos Park, IL....

Evelyn C. Hopman

Evelyn C. Hopman

Apr 18, 2019

Evelyn C. Hopman, age 87, late of Mokena, Beloved wife of the late Martin Hopman. Loving mother of Linda, Marty (Marilyn), John (Norma), Terry (Gary) Schoen, and Lana Radke. Proud grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral services are being held in private. Arrangements are entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home, www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com .

Dorine J. Buffo

Dorine J. Buffo

Apr 18, 2019

Dorine Josephine Buffo nee Saunoras, age 81, late of Tinley Park. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Buffo. Loving mother of Cindy Buffo-Weiner, Robert Buffo, Linda Buffo (Don Belanger), late Robin Buffo, and the late Franco Buffo. Caring grandmother of Sherri (Scott) Floquet, Michael Belanger, Michael Weiner, Giovanna Weiner, Dawn Marie Salvo, Danielle Lee Boucher, and great grandmother of Raea...

Elaine C. Swan

Elaine C. Swan

Apr 17, 2019

Elaine C. Swan nee Rechkemer, age 70, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of the late Robert Swan. Loving daughter of LaVerne and the late Emil Rechkemer. Dear sister of Wayne (Joyce) Rechkemer. Caring step-mother of Bill (Marilyn) Swan, Robert Swan, Amy Swan, and grandmother of 5. Kind aunt of several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, contributions can...

Geraldine A. Gillund

Geraldine A. Gillund

Apr 16, 2019

Beloved wife of William B. Gillund. Loving mother of Kathleen Gillund. Funeral Tuesday April 23, 2019 9:30 AM from the Funeral Home to St. George Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM. Interment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Monday April 22, 2019 from 3:00 to 8:00 PM. In Liue of Flowers, Donations to the Alzheimers Association.

Louise A. Martino

Louise A. Martino

Apr 14, 2019

Louise A. Martino, nee Basile. Beloved wife of the late Patrick. Loving mother of Patti L. (Michael) Dolce and Kathy (Scott) Savage.Fond grandmother of Melissa (Andrew) Holdsworth, Kristina Anderson, Michael Savage, Samantha Savage and the late Christopher Savage. Great grandmother of Ethan and Everleigh Holdsworth. Dear sister of Pat Basile, John Basile, Ron Basile and Anna Sinise. Lying in State...

Matthew C. Sterchele

Matthew C. Sterchele

Apr 11, 2019

Matthew C. Sterchele, age 47, late of Frankfort, IL. Loving father of Vincent, Marco and Alcee Sterchele. Loving son of Vernon (Susan) Sterchele and Carole Hussey. Caring brother of Sandy (Dan) Wheeler, and the late Scott Sterchele. Dear friend of Deena Perritano. Uncle of Tessa and Alex Wheeler, Mike and Joe Sterchele. Friend to many. Visitation Monday, April 15, 2019,...

Richard R. Joslyn

Richard R. Joslyn

Apr 11, 2019

Richard R. Joslyn, late of Tinley Park, IL formerly of Orland Park, IL. Beloved husband of Eva nee Goetz and the late Catherine nee Goff. Loving father of Janet (Brian) Mitchell, Steve (Dawn) and Jean (late Gerry) Burns Step father of Andrew (Justine) Moe, Tracy (Thom) Moore and Michael (Carrie) Moe. Cherished grandfather of Brittany, Morgan, Gerry, Brian, Ryan, Michael,...

Frank C. Dorcak

Frank C. Dorcak

Apr 6, 2019

On April 6, 2019, Frank Dorcak, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away at the age of 70. Frank was born on February 13, 1949, in Chicago, IL to Frank and Sophia (Gross) Dorcak. He received a mechanical engineering degree from Marquette University in 1972 and an MBA from Loyola University in 1975. On September 1, 1973, in Norwood Park,...

Frank Michael Russo

Frank Michael Russo

Apr 6, 2019

Frank M. Russo, 53, of Frankfort, passed suddenly at home Saturday, April 6th, 2019. Frank was born August 10, 1965, in Blue Island, Illinois. He dedicated his life to the first responder community. After returning from the United States Marine Corps in 1986, he began his career as a Crestwood police officer. He later owned and operated ambulance companies in...

Paul R. "Bob" Swanson

Paul R. "Bob" Swanson

Apr 4, 2019

Paul R. "Bob" Swanson. Beloved husband of the late Edith nee Pompey. Loving father of Valerie (Chris Garand). Dear cousin of Bob Larson. Visitation Wednesday April 10, 2019 from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral Home 17248 S. Harlem Ave. Tinley Park, IL. Cremation rite held in private and Inurnment will be in Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.708-532-1635 or...

Edward J. Parsons

Edward J. Parsons

Apr 3, 2019

No obituary found for this tribute.

Patricia A. Cordin

Patricia A. Cordin

Apr 2, 2019

No obituary found for this tribute.

Donald L. Panek Jr.

Donald L. Panek Jr.

Apr 2, 2019

Don Panek Jr. Born 10/10/70, joining his dad, Don Panek Sr., at rest, April 2, 2019. Survived by his mother, Lynne Panek, sister Dyanna (Mike) Baumeister, niece Jackie (Ian) Ansburg, and idolized by his nephews Justin Baumeister and Jarod Baumeister. Donnie was a true friend to many and a proud US Navy Veteran. He will be remembered for his love...

Alfonso R. Nunez

Alfonso R. Nunez

Mar 27, 2019

No obituary found for this tribute.

Jerry Houder Barrett

Jerry Houder Barrett

Mar 24, 2019

BARRETT, JERRY HOUDER Age 84, passed away on March 24, 2019 at his home in Mokena, IL. Jerry was born on Feb 7, 1935 in Des Moines, Iowa and moved to Chicago area after graduating from Iowa State University. He worked as a Chemical Engineer at American-Maize Products Co. for over 40 years. Jerry lived in Lansing, IL most of...

Concetta Prestinario

Concetta Prestinario

Mar 22, 2019

Concetta V. “Connie” Prestinario, nee Aiello, of Orland Park. Age 91. Loving wife of the late Samuel J.; loving mother of Janet (Don) Christie and Sam C. Prestinario; very proud grandmother of Donald (Tracy), Darren (Becky), Samantha (Jeff), and Jonathan Christie (fiancée Rebecca Flannery); very proud great grandmother of Rebekah and Hannah Siebrandt, Jack and Sam Christie, and Callen Christie;...

Joseph P. Gordon Jr.

Joseph P. Gordon Jr.

Mar 22, 2019

No obituary found for this tribute.

Kevin L. Derrow

Kevin L. Derrow

Mar 19, 2019

Kevin L Derrow age 68, late of Lynwood, Calumet City IL. Loving father of Bryan Gima-Derrow (Erin). Preceded in death by his parents Leroy and Annamae and brother Daniel. Caring brother of Donald (Gail), Marc (John), and Martin (Laura) Derrow. Fond uncle to Jennifer (Tom), Alexis, Kaitlyn (Bill), Allyson (Dan), Daniel, and McKenzie. Survived by dear friend and companion Albina...

Anna Christina Bartoli

Anna Christina Bartoli

Apr 22, 2019

Anna Christina Bartoli nee Smith, beloved wife of the late Christian Bartoli Jr. Loving mother of Linda Bartoli and Anthony C. Bartoli. Devoted grandmother of Marissa Daszkiewicz, Brianna, Jordan and Anthony C. Jr. Bartoli. Dear sister of Dorothy Smith and Frances Homberger. Visitation Friday April 26, 2019 from 3:00 until 8:00 PM. Private Cremation Rite.

Nancy E. Scanlin

Nancy E. Scanlin

Apr 22, 2019

Nancy E. Scanlin, age 70. late of Mokena. Beloved wife of William E. Scanlin Sr. Loving mother of Jennifer Scanlin and William D. Scanlin. Caring grandmother to Liberty. Cherished Brother of Joe ( Marcia) Rhodes. Proceeded in death by brother Jeffrey Rhodes, and David Rhodes. Memorial Service Saturday May 4, 12:00 at Wayside Chapel, 12700 Southwest Hwy, Palos Park, IL....

Evelyn C. Hopman

Evelyn C. Hopman

Apr 18, 2019

Evelyn C. Hopman, age 87, late of Mokena, Beloved wife of the late Martin Hopman. Loving mother of Linda, Marty (Marilyn), John (Norma), Terry (Gary) Schoen, and Lana Radke. Proud grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral services are being held in private. Arrangements are entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home, www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com .

Dorine J. Buffo

Dorine J. Buffo

Apr 18, 2019

Dorine Josephine Buffo nee Saunoras, age 81, late of Tinley Park. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Buffo. Loving mother of Cindy Buffo-Weiner, Robert Buffo, Linda Buffo (Don Belanger), late Robin Buffo, and the late Franco Buffo. Caring grandmother of Sherri (Scott) Floquet, Michael Belanger, Michael Weiner, Giovanna Weiner, Dawn Marie Salvo, Danielle Lee Boucher, and great grandmother of Raea...

Elaine C. Swan

Elaine C. Swan

Apr 17, 2019

Elaine C. Swan nee Rechkemer, age 70, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of the late Robert Swan. Loving daughter of LaVerne and the late Emil Rechkemer. Dear sister of Wayne (Joyce) Rechkemer. Caring step-mother of Bill (Marilyn) Swan, Robert Swan, Amy Swan, and grandmother of 5. Kind aunt of several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, contributions can...

Geraldine A. Gillund

Geraldine A. Gillund

Apr 16, 2019

Beloved wife of William B. Gillund. Loving mother of Kathleen Gillund. Funeral Tuesday April 23, 2019 9:30 AM from the Funeral Home to St. George Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM. Interment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Monday April 22, 2019 from 3:00 to 8:00 PM. In Liue of Flowers, Donations to the Alzheimers Association.

Louise A. Martino

Louise A. Martino

Apr 14, 2019

Louise A. Martino, nee Basile. Beloved wife of the late Patrick. Loving mother of Patti L. (Michael) Dolce and Kathy (Scott) Savage.Fond grandmother of Melissa (Andrew) Holdsworth, Kristina Anderson, Michael Savage, Samantha Savage and the late Christopher Savage. Great grandmother of Ethan and Everleigh Holdsworth. Dear sister of Pat Basile, John Basile, Ron Basile and Anna Sinise. Lying in State...

Matthew C. Sterchele

Matthew C. Sterchele

Apr 11, 2019

Matthew C. Sterchele, age 47, late of Frankfort, IL. Loving father of Vincent, Marco and Alcee Sterchele. Loving son of Vernon (Susan) Sterchele and Carole Hussey. Caring brother of Sandy (Dan) Wheeler, and the late Scott Sterchele. Dear friend of Deena Perritano. Uncle of Tessa and Alex Wheeler, Mike and Joe Sterchele. Friend to many. Visitation Monday, April 15, 2019,...

Richard R. Joslyn

Richard R. Joslyn

Apr 11, 2019

Richard R. Joslyn, late of Tinley Park, IL formerly of Orland Park, IL. Beloved husband of Eva nee Goetz and the late Catherine nee Goff. Loving father of Janet (Brian) Mitchell, Steve (Dawn) and Jean (late Gerry) Burns Step father of Andrew (Justine) Moe, Tracy (Thom) Moore and Michael (Carrie) Moe. Cherished grandfather of Brittany, Morgan, Gerry, Brian, Ryan, Michael,...

Frank C. Dorcak

Frank C. Dorcak

Apr 6, 2019

On April 6, 2019, Frank Dorcak, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away at the age of 70. Frank was born on February 13, 1949, in Chicago, IL to Frank and Sophia (Gross) Dorcak. He received a mechanical engineering degree from Marquette University in 1972 and an MBA from Loyola University in 1975. On September 1, 1973, in Norwood Park,...

Frank Michael Russo

Frank Michael Russo

Apr 6, 2019

Frank M. Russo, 53, of Frankfort, passed suddenly at home Saturday, April 6th, 2019. Frank was born August 10, 1965, in Blue Island, Illinois. He dedicated his life to the first responder community. After returning from the United States Marine Corps in 1986, he began his career as a Crestwood police officer. He later owned and operated ambulance companies in...

Paul R. "Bob" Swanson

Paul R. "Bob" Swanson

Apr 4, 2019

Paul R. "Bob" Swanson. Beloved husband of the late Edith nee Pompey. Loving father of Valerie (Chris Garand). Dear cousin of Bob Larson. Visitation Wednesday April 10, 2019 from 3:00 PM until 8:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral Home 17248 S. Harlem Ave. Tinley Park, IL. Cremation rite held in private and Inurnment will be in Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.708-532-1635 or...

Edward J. Parsons

Edward J. Parsons

Apr 3, 2019

No obituary found for this tribute.

Patricia A. Cordin

Patricia A. Cordin

Apr 2, 2019

No obituary found for this tribute.

Donald L. Panek Jr.

Donald L. Panek Jr.

Apr 2, 2019

Don Panek Jr. Born 10/10/70, joining his dad, Don Panek Sr., at rest, April 2, 2019. Survived by his mother, Lynne Panek, sister Dyanna (Mike) Baumeister, niece Jackie (Ian) Ansburg, and idolized by his nephews Justin Baumeister and Jarod Baumeister. Donnie was a true friend to many and a proud US Navy Veteran. He will be remembered for his love...

Alfonso R. Nunez

Alfonso R. Nunez

Mar 27, 2019

No obituary found for this tribute.

Jerry Houder Barrett

Jerry Houder Barrett

Mar 24, 2019

BARRETT, JERRY HOUDER Age 84, passed away on March 24, 2019 at his home in Mokena, IL. Jerry was born on Feb 7, 1935 in Des Moines, Iowa and moved to Chicago area after graduating from Iowa State University. He worked as a Chemical Engineer at American-Maize Products Co. for over 40 years. Jerry lived in Lansing, IL most of...

Concetta Prestinario

Concetta Prestinario

Mar 22, 2019

Concetta V. “Connie” Prestinario, nee Aiello, of Orland Park. Age 91. Loving wife of the late Samuel J.; loving mother of Janet (Don) Christie and Sam C. Prestinario; very proud grandmother of Donald (Tracy), Darren (Becky), Samantha (Jeff), and Jonathan Christie (fiancée Rebecca Flannery); very proud great grandmother of Rebekah and Hannah Siebrandt, Jack and Sam Christie, and Callen Christie;...

Joseph P. Gordon Jr.

Joseph P. Gordon Jr.

Mar 22, 2019

No obituary found for this tribute.

Kevin L. Derrow

Kevin L. Derrow

Mar 19, 2019

Kevin L Derrow age 68, late of Lynwood, Calumet City IL. Loving father of Bryan Gima-Derrow (Erin). Preceded in death by his parents Leroy and Annamae and brother Daniel. Caring brother of Donald (Gail), Marc (John), and Martin (Laura) Derrow. Fond uncle to Jennifer (Tom), Alexis, Kaitlyn (Bill), Allyson (Dan), Daniel, and McKenzie. Survived by dear friend and companion Albina...

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