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Peter Lovrich Jr.

Peter Lovrich Jr.

Dec 26, 2018

Peter Lovrich Jr., age 76, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of the late Lynda Lovrich. Loving father of Patti Roderick; step-father of Nancy Olson, Michael Olson, and Eric Olson. Proud grandfather of Jahlieh and Menzie Henderson, Jessica Love, Keith Olson. Caring great grandfather of Rubie and Rebecca Roderick. Dear brother of Paul, Donna, and Sharon. Pete was a MLB...

Matthew J. Greaney

Matthew J. Greaney

Dec 25, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Matthew Greaney announces his sudden passing after a tragic car accident, on Tuesday, December 25th, 2018, at the age of 27 years old. Those who know him lost a shining light in their lives. Matthew was survived by his parents, Michael Greaney of Steger, IL, and Kathy (Couch) and Jeff Drnec...

Joan A. Fischmann

Joan A. Fischmann

Dec 23, 2018

Joan A. Fischmann, age 59. Loving sister of Kent (Bobbi O’Donnell) and Gary (Mariah “ Lupita”). Caring aunt of Caleb, Cami, Jack, Alex, Cassie. Preceded in death by her parents Robert and Helen Fischmann and brother Bryan Fischmann. Joan retired from the Federal Reserve Board in Chicago after 35 years. Visitation Friday, December 28, 2018, 3:00-9:00 PM at the Vandenberg...

Mary Clare Mcpartlin

Mary Clare Mcpartlin

Dec 23, 2018

Beloved wife of Thomas M. Loving mother of Amy Wassall. Fond grandmother of Brian Wassall, Morgan Wassall and Rylee Kane. Dear sister of Arthur M (Susan) Kelly, William F. (Patricia) Kelly, Susan K. (Craig) Lenburg, Theresa A. Kelly and the late Dennis P. Kelly. Many many cherished nieces and nephews. Memorial visitation Friday January 11, 2019 from 3:00PM until 8:00...

Geraldine M. Mayer

Geraldine M. Mayer

Dec 14, 2018

Geraldine M. Mayer nee Dunn, age 90, late of Oak Forest. Beloved wife of 69 years to George Mayer. Loving mother of Kevin, Mark (Patti), Gary (Janet), Greig (Kelli), Ken, Ellen (Tim) Ragen, Meg Gray, Tim (Char) and Tom (Cindy). Proud grandmother of 26 and great grandmother of 29. Dear sister of Margie Culver. Funeral Tuesday December 18, 2018, 9:15...

Lois J. Madderom

Lois J. Madderom

Dec 13, 2018

Lois J. Madderom nee Dalloz, age 88, late of Palos Heights, IL. Beloved wife of the late Richard H. Madderom. Loving mother of the late Vickie, late Rick (Marita), Michele (John) Sears, Michael (Robbyn). Proud grandmother of Carissa, Morgan, John, Michael, Jacleen, Maureen, Matthew, Jennifer, Maris, Miranda and great grandmother of 12. Dear sister of the late Georgene, Tony and...

James P. Sucech

James P. Sucech

Dec 12, 2018

James P. Sucech, age 67, late of Mokena, IL. US Air Force Veteran. Beloved husband of Janice Sucech nee Wilhelmsen. Loving father of James Ryan (Kate) and Jennifer (Dan) Gunther. Proud and loving grandfather of Hunter John. Funeral Monday December 17, 2018, 11:00 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home, 19604 Wolf Road, Mokena, IL. To St. Mary Church, Mass 11:30...

Gizella " Dee" Crandall

Gizella " Dee" Crandall

Dec 12, 2018

Gizella “Dee” Crandall nee Toth, passed away peacefully on Wednesday December 12, 2018 at the age of 90. Gizella was the beloved daughter of the late Steven and Gizella Toth. In addition to her parents, Gizella was preceded in death by her brother Steven Toth. She is survived by her loving husband Gerald A. and her sons; Gerald S. (Deborah),...

Anthony P. Jackson

Anthony P. Jackson

Dec 9, 2018

“The Legend” Born June 4th, 1957 Anthony P Jackson “Tony” passed away with dignity at home on Sunday December 9th, 2018 after a two year battle with cancer. He is survived by his grammar school sweetheart Patricia M Jackson to whom he was married to for 40 years. He is an adoring father to his only child whom he called...

John S. Bembenek

John S. Bembenek

Dec 5, 2018

Late of Mokena, Il formerly of Oak Forest, IL. Beloved husband of Clara nee Ciciora. Loving father of Daniel (Amber) and the late Richard (Kathy). Fond grandfather of 9, great grandfather of 2. Dear brother of the late Michael, Barbara and Mary. Funeral service Tuesday private. Visitation Monday from 3:00 to 9:00PM. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers...

Helen Skodowski

Helen Skodowski

Dec 2, 2018

Helen Skodowski, age 83, late of Alsip, IL. Beloved wife of the late Edward R. Skodowski. Loving mother of Kim and Linda. Proud grandmother of Nick (Sarah), Adam (Lauren), Jeff (Lindsey), Danielle (Ryan), Zac and great grandmother of Hunter, Owen, Caleb, Maya, Arabella, Hailey and Zoe. Caring neighbor and friend to all. Funeral Monday, December 10, 2018 10:00 AM at...

Sr. M. Olga Buziol

Sr. M. Olga Buziol

Nov 22, 2018

Sr. M. Olga Buziol, M.S.M., age 99, late of Mother of Sorrows Blue Island. Entered convent 1938 Mantellate Sisters Servants of Mary in Pistoia, came to the USA in 1950. Sr. Olga handled domestic work and was sacristan in the Chapel at Mother of Sorrows. Survived by her brothers Pietro and Eugenio Buziol. Preceded in death by her parents Fortunato...

Ronald D. Cooper

Ronald D. Cooper

Nov 20, 2018

Ronald D. Cooper, age 63, of Manhattan, went home to be with the Lord on November 20, 2018. Ron loved the Lord with all his heart and took pride in having served his country in the United States Air Force as a sergeant from 1979-1983. He enjoyed fishing and would sometimes just take a pole out in the morning to...

Ivan J. Kochopolous

Ivan J. Kochopolous

Nov 20, 2018

No obituary found for this tribute.

Thomas J. Manzella Sr.

Thomas J. Manzella Sr.

Nov 19, 2018

Thomas J. Manzella, Sr. (August 19, 1946-November 19, 2018) Thomas John Manzella, Sr., passed away peacefully at home on November 19, 2018 after a short, hard battle with pancreatic and liver cancer. Born on August 19, 1946 at Mother Cabrini Hospital in Chicago to Pearl (nee Holt) and the late Louis D. Manzella. He is survived by his “Lindblom High...

Edward J. Cieply

Edward J. Cieply

Nov 16, 2018

Edward A. Cieply, Late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of the late Antonia nee Rentauskas. Loving father of Craig (Marilyn) and Donna (Norman) Hecht. Proud grandfather of 7, great grandfather of 15. Funeral Tuesday 10:45 AM from the Vandenberg Funeral Home19604 S. Wolf Rd. Mokena, IL to St. Mary Church mass 11:00AM. Interment in St. Mary Cemetery Mokena, IL. WWII...

William H. Salzer

William H. Salzer

Nov 16, 2018

William H. Salzer, age 91, late of Orland Park, IL. US Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Eleanor Salzer. Loving father of William (Nancy), Gary (Marion), John (Barbara), Judith (Lawrence) Casey and Donna (Michael). Proud grandfather of Adam, Jera, Liane, Anthony, Gary Jr., John, Brandon, Kevin, Sean, Erin, Amanda and great grandfather of Danny, Marty, Colin, Tyler, Harper, Peyton, Gryffin,...

Jesus Fonseca

Jesus Fonseca

Nov 16, 2018

No obituary found for this tribute.

Mark S. Myros

Mark S. Myros

Nov 15, 2018

Mark S. Myros, age 62, late of Oak Forest, IL. US Air Force Veteran. Beloved husband of Judy Myros. Loving brother of Walter Jr. (Rose), Barbara (Arnie) Galvan and Raymond (Jamie) Sundland. Loving uncle and great uncle of many nieces and nephews. Loved in life, Remembered in death. Visitation Monday November 19, 2018, 3:00-9:00 PM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home,...

Orvileen Yunker

Orvileen Yunker

Nov 13, 2018

No obituary found for this tribute.

Peter Lovrich Jr.

Peter Lovrich Jr.

Dec 26, 2018

Peter Lovrich Jr., age 76, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of the late Lynda Lovrich. Loving father of Patti Roderick; step-father of Nancy Olson, Michael Olson, and Eric Olson. Proud grandfather of Jahlieh and Menzie Henderson, Jessica Love, Keith Olson. Caring great grandfather of Rubie and Rebecca Roderick. Dear brother of Paul, Donna, and Sharon. Pete was a MLB...

Matthew J. Greaney

Matthew J. Greaney

Dec 25, 2018

It is with great sadness that the family of Matthew Greaney announces his sudden passing after a tragic car accident, on Tuesday, December 25th, 2018, at the age of 27 years old. Those who know him lost a shining light in their lives. Matthew was survived by his parents, Michael Greaney of Steger, IL, and Kathy (Couch) and Jeff Drnec...

Joan A. Fischmann

Joan A. Fischmann

Dec 23, 2018

Joan A. Fischmann, age 59. Loving sister of Kent (Bobbi O’Donnell) and Gary (Mariah “ Lupita”). Caring aunt of Caleb, Cami, Jack, Alex, Cassie. Preceded in death by her parents Robert and Helen Fischmann and brother Bryan Fischmann. Joan retired from the Federal Reserve Board in Chicago after 35 years. Visitation Friday, December 28, 2018, 3:00-9:00 PM at the Vandenberg...

Mary Clare Mcpartlin

Mary Clare Mcpartlin

Dec 23, 2018

Beloved wife of Thomas M. Loving mother of Amy Wassall. Fond grandmother of Brian Wassall, Morgan Wassall and Rylee Kane. Dear sister of Arthur M (Susan) Kelly, William F. (Patricia) Kelly, Susan K. (Craig) Lenburg, Theresa A. Kelly and the late Dennis P. Kelly. Many many cherished nieces and nephews. Memorial visitation Friday January 11, 2019 from 3:00PM until 8:00...

Geraldine M. Mayer

Geraldine M. Mayer

Dec 14, 2018

Geraldine M. Mayer nee Dunn, age 90, late of Oak Forest. Beloved wife of 69 years to George Mayer. Loving mother of Kevin, Mark (Patti), Gary (Janet), Greig (Kelli), Ken, Ellen (Tim) Ragen, Meg Gray, Tim (Char) and Tom (Cindy). Proud grandmother of 26 and great grandmother of 29. Dear sister of Margie Culver. Funeral Tuesday December 18, 2018, 9:15...

Lois J. Madderom

Lois J. Madderom

Dec 13, 2018

Lois J. Madderom nee Dalloz, age 88, late of Palos Heights, IL. Beloved wife of the late Richard H. Madderom. Loving mother of the late Vickie, late Rick (Marita), Michele (John) Sears, Michael (Robbyn). Proud grandmother of Carissa, Morgan, John, Michael, Jacleen, Maureen, Matthew, Jennifer, Maris, Miranda and great grandmother of 12. Dear sister of the late Georgene, Tony and...

James P. Sucech

James P. Sucech

Dec 12, 2018

James P. Sucech, age 67, late of Mokena, IL. US Air Force Veteran. Beloved husband of Janice Sucech nee Wilhelmsen. Loving father of James Ryan (Kate) and Jennifer (Dan) Gunther. Proud and loving grandfather of Hunter John. Funeral Monday December 17, 2018, 11:00 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home, 19604 Wolf Road, Mokena, IL. To St. Mary Church, Mass 11:30...

Gizella " Dee" Crandall

Gizella " Dee" Crandall

Dec 12, 2018

Gizella “Dee” Crandall nee Toth, passed away peacefully on Wednesday December 12, 2018 at the age of 90. Gizella was the beloved daughter of the late Steven and Gizella Toth. In addition to her parents, Gizella was preceded in death by her brother Steven Toth. She is survived by her loving husband Gerald A. and her sons; Gerald S. (Deborah),...

Anthony P. Jackson

Anthony P. Jackson

Dec 9, 2018

“The Legend” Born June 4th, 1957 Anthony P Jackson “Tony” passed away with dignity at home on Sunday December 9th, 2018 after a two year battle with cancer. He is survived by his grammar school sweetheart Patricia M Jackson to whom he was married to for 40 years. He is an adoring father to his only child whom he called...

John S. Bembenek

John S. Bembenek

Dec 5, 2018

Late of Mokena, Il formerly of Oak Forest, IL. Beloved husband of Clara nee Ciciora. Loving father of Daniel (Amber) and the late Richard (Kathy). Fond grandfather of 9, great grandfather of 2. Dear brother of the late Michael, Barbara and Mary. Funeral service Tuesday private. Visitation Monday from 3:00 to 9:00PM. Interment in Resurrection Cemetery. In lieu of flowers...

Helen Skodowski

Helen Skodowski

Dec 2, 2018

Helen Skodowski, age 83, late of Alsip, IL. Beloved wife of the late Edward R. Skodowski. Loving mother of Kim and Linda. Proud grandmother of Nick (Sarah), Adam (Lauren), Jeff (Lindsey), Danielle (Ryan), Zac and great grandmother of Hunter, Owen, Caleb, Maya, Arabella, Hailey and Zoe. Caring neighbor and friend to all. Funeral Monday, December 10, 2018 10:00 AM at...

Sr. M. Olga Buziol

Sr. M. Olga Buziol

Nov 22, 2018

Sr. M. Olga Buziol, M.S.M., age 99, late of Mother of Sorrows Blue Island. Entered convent 1938 Mantellate Sisters Servants of Mary in Pistoia, came to the USA in 1950. Sr. Olga handled domestic work and was sacristan in the Chapel at Mother of Sorrows. Survived by her brothers Pietro and Eugenio Buziol. Preceded in death by her parents Fortunato...

Ronald D. Cooper

Ronald D. Cooper

Nov 20, 2018

Ronald D. Cooper, age 63, of Manhattan, went home to be with the Lord on November 20, 2018. Ron loved the Lord with all his heart and took pride in having served his country in the United States Air Force as a sergeant from 1979-1983. He enjoyed fishing and would sometimes just take a pole out in the morning to...

Ivan J. Kochopolous

Ivan J. Kochopolous

Nov 20, 2018

No obituary found for this tribute.

Thomas J. Manzella Sr.

Thomas J. Manzella Sr.

Nov 19, 2018

Thomas J. Manzella, Sr. (August 19, 1946-November 19, 2018) Thomas John Manzella, Sr., passed away peacefully at home on November 19, 2018 after a short, hard battle with pancreatic and liver cancer. Born on August 19, 1946 at Mother Cabrini Hospital in Chicago to Pearl (nee Holt) and the late Louis D. Manzella. He is survived by his “Lindblom High...

Edward J. Cieply

Edward J. Cieply

Nov 16, 2018

Edward A. Cieply, Late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of the late Antonia nee Rentauskas. Loving father of Craig (Marilyn) and Donna (Norman) Hecht. Proud grandfather of 7, great grandfather of 15. Funeral Tuesday 10:45 AM from the Vandenberg Funeral Home19604 S. Wolf Rd. Mokena, IL to St. Mary Church mass 11:00AM. Interment in St. Mary Cemetery Mokena, IL. WWII...

William H. Salzer

William H. Salzer

Nov 16, 2018

William H. Salzer, age 91, late of Orland Park, IL. US Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Eleanor Salzer. Loving father of William (Nancy), Gary (Marion), John (Barbara), Judith (Lawrence) Casey and Donna (Michael). Proud grandfather of Adam, Jera, Liane, Anthony, Gary Jr., John, Brandon, Kevin, Sean, Erin, Amanda and great grandfather of Danny, Marty, Colin, Tyler, Harper, Peyton, Gryffin,...

Jesus Fonseca

Jesus Fonseca

Nov 16, 2018

No obituary found for this tribute.

Mark S. Myros

Mark S. Myros

Nov 15, 2018

Mark S. Myros, age 62, late of Oak Forest, IL. US Air Force Veteran. Beloved husband of Judy Myros. Loving brother of Walter Jr. (Rose), Barbara (Arnie) Galvan and Raymond (Jamie) Sundland. Loving uncle and great uncle of many nieces and nephews. Loved in life, Remembered in death. Visitation Monday November 19, 2018, 3:00-9:00 PM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home,...

Orvileen Yunker

Orvileen Yunker

Nov 13, 2018

No obituary found for this tribute.

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