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Julia A. Vanderweel

Julia A. Vanderweel

Apr 9, 2016

Julia A. Vanderweel nee Ustryzcki, born September 27, 1922. Beloved wife of 52 years to the late Peter A. Vanderweel. Wonderful mother of Janice (Ken) Rauch and James (Deb) Vanderweel. Loving grandmother of Jeff, Leanne (Wally) Seliga, Courtney (Don) Sohler and Bailey Vanderweel. Cherished great grandmother of Anna, Sydney, Caitlyn and Connor Seliga and Evelyn Sohler. Dear twin sister of...

Carol J. Kezis

Carol J. Kezis

Apr 8, 2016

Carol J. Kezis nee Jurek age 80 late of Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of 59 yrs to Leonard Sr. Loving mother of Sandra (Joseph) Connolly, Leonard Kezis Jr., Joyce (Gregory) Dasher and Carolyn (Jerome) Stoklosa. Proud grandmother of Carol Ann, Jamie, Joe, Jacob, Tyler, Zachary, Haley and Matthew. Devoted daughter of the late Frank and Agnes Jurek. Caring sister to...

John L. Patrick, Jr.

John L. Patrick, Jr.

Apr 7, 2016

John L. Patrick Jr. age 76 late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of the late Sandra nee Swart. Loving father of Ranea (Timothy) Breen, Mark Patrick, Denise Patrick, Seanne (Pat) Buckwalter, Kelly (Mark) Muehlnickel and Colleen (Rich) Lenart. Proud grandfather of Ashley, T.J., Michelle, Mark, Michael, Molly, Amanda, Charlie and Jake. Fond uncle of Pat and Mary. Funeral Wednesday April...

Billie W. Larson

Billie W. Larson

Apr 6, 2016

Billie W. Larson, age 88, late of Orland Park, IL. Korean War Army Infantry Veteran serving on the frontline Heartbreak Ridge. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Larson. Loving father of Fred (Paula), late Geraldine (Archie) Harris, Edward (Lynette), David (Kathy), Joseph. Proud grandfather of Eddie, Adrienne, Vince, Tom, Danny, Alana, Archie Jr., Rich, Mike and great grandfather of 4....

Joseph F. O'Reilly , Jr.

Joseph F. O'Reilly , Jr.

Apr 5, 2016

Rev. Joseph F. O’Reilly, 93, died April 5, 2016 at Holy Family Villa in Palos Park, IL. Ordained in 1949, he was the oldest priest in the Springfield, IL diocese where he served in many communities until his retirement in 1992. He was a ham radio operator (W9UFL) for many years and a member of the Jacksonville, IL Radio Club....

Colleen M. Bagdon

Colleen M. Bagdon

Apr 5, 2016

Colleen M. Bagdon nee Flannery, age 81. late of Mokena, IL. Formerly of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late John Bagdon. She is survived by her sons: Michael, Dennis (Bonnie); and daughters Karen (Daniel) Roth, Dawn (Mark) Keith, Trisha (Michael) Manprisio; grandchildren: Megan, Katlyn, Tyler, Alec, Brittany Bagdon, Nicki (Brian) O’Dea, John, Erin Keith, Danny (Amy) Roth, Justin...

Doris J. Vernam

Doris J. Vernam

Apr 4, 2016

Doris J. Vernam nee Rice age 89. Beloved wife of the late Richard Vernam. Loving mother of Margaret (Wesley) Hoffman, Richard T. Jr. (Cathy), John (Karen) and Barbara (Glen) Reno. Proud grandmother of 9 and great grandmother of 11. Doris graduated from Creighton University in 1950, she spent time as lunch mom at Southwood Elementary in Country Club Hills. Funeral...

Dolores Framke

Dolores Framke

Apr 3, 2016

Dolores Framke nee Sellaroli. Late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Mick Framke. Loving father of James (Jean), Tim (Donna L.) Kevin (Donna M.) and Spinner (Laurie). Proud grandmother of 11 and great grandmother of 4. Dear sister of Anna Butler. Caring aunt of many nieces and nephews. Dolores was a 25 year nursing supervisor at Tinley...

Julian A. Soroka

Julian A. Soroka

Mar 29, 2016

Julian A. Soroka, age 18, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved son of John and Stacie Soroka. Loving brother of Jaden. Caring grandson of Mark Friberg, Ann (Bill) Kick and Samantha (Bill) Elio. Dear nephew and cousin to many. Julian dedicated his life to music; he was very talented at writing and producing music. Since his illness in January 2015, Julian...

Lillian Heim

Lillian Heim

Mar 28, 2016

Lillian D. Heim (nee Hellmuth), Age 91, passed away March 28, 2016. A lifetime resident of Mokena, IL, recently residing at Our Lady of Angels Retirement Home, Joliet, IL. Loving mother of Jo Ann (John) Duffy and Dennis (Joan) Heim. Proud grandmother of Brian Duffy, Bridget (Steve) Thorpe, Erin Duffy, Eric Heim and Megan Heim. Great­ grandmother of Spencer and...

Sr. Leonard Lorenzi, Osm

Sr. Leonard Lorenzi, Osm

Mar 25, 2016

Sister Leonard Lorenzi OSM, age 94, was called home on March 25, 2016. Survived by her fellow Mantellate Sisters Servants of Mary and her sister Fausta Pretto, nieces, nephewsand cousins. Sr. Leonard was a member of the Mantellate Sisters Servants of Mary for 73 years. Her ministries included Nursery and Kindergarten, Domestic and Sacristan work, Mistress of Novices, and care...

Thomas A. Roberts

Thomas A. Roberts

Mar 22, 2016

Thomas A. Roberts, of Mokena, IL, died at the age of 68 at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL, on March 22, 2016. Tom was born on July 29, 1947 in Joliet, IL, to Carrol and LaVerne (Gunhouse) Roberts, who proceed him in death. He is survived by his beloved wife Mary L. (Schleder) Roberts, who he married on June...

Gene Janowski

Gene Janowski

Mar 16, 2016

Gene Janowski age 72 late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of Georgine nee Sinise. Loving father of Samuel Janowski. Proud grandfather of Ryan. Devoted son of Louis and Helen Janowski. Caring brother of Darlene Rayola. Dear son in law of George and Hope Sinise. Brother in law of John Sinise, George Sinise, Anna Elliott and Betty Sinise. Funeral Saturday March...

Edward B. Fee, Jr.

Edward B. Fee, Jr.

Mar 15, 2016

Edward B. Fee Jr. age 93 late of Orland Park, IL. Beloved husband of Hazel nee Wesley. Loving father of Edward III (Marilyn) Fee, Nancy (Michael) Cleary, Regina (Timothy) Johnson and David (Kathy) Fee. Proud grandfather of 15 and great grandfather of 4. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday March 18, 2016 9:15 AM from the Vandenberg...

Terrence E. Hyland

Terrence E. Hyland

Mar 13, 2016

Terrence E. Hyland, age 63, died on March 13, 2106, is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Hyland (John); his son, Matthew Hyland (Donna), his son, Eric Hyland and their mother, Elizabeth Hyland (nee Hansel). Loving Grandpa to Soleil Pedric, April Erickson, Molly Hyland and Amelia Hyland. He is preceded in death by his parents James and Dorothy Hyland (nee Lane)....

Mary Carmela Snyder

Mary Carmela Snyder

Mar 12, 2016

No obituary found for this tribute.

Barbara K Hostert

Barbara K Hostert

Feb 27, 2016

Barbara K. Hostert (March 28, 1956 - February 27, 2016) passed peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus. She will be missed dearly by her family and many friends. Left to mourn her passing are her special stepmother Sally Hostert, her brothers Allan (Beth) Hostert and David (Cindy) Hostert; Nieces: Megan (Marc) Bucklin, Ashleigh (Justin) Velasquez, Heather (Craig) Whitney; Nephew,...

Ada M. Westlund

Ada M. Westlund

Feb 22, 2016

Ada M. Westlund nee Semmler age 96 late of Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of the late Raymond. Loving mother of Dale Westlund. Caring sister of the late Adeline Semmler. Devoted daughter of the late William and Margaret Semmler. Funeral Saturday February 27, 2016 11:00 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home 19604 S. Wolf Road Mokena, IL 60448. Interment in St....

Lorraine M. Patkus

Lorraine M. Patkus

Feb 20, 2016

Lorraine M. Patkus nee Kazmerski age 88 late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Louis. Loving mother of Lorelei (John) Herzog, Renard (Dawn) Patkus and Valerie (Martin) Mokry. Proud grandmother of 7 and great grandmother of 2 ½. Memorial Service Saturday February 27, 2016 3:30 PM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home 17248 S. Harlem Ave. Tinley Park,...

Lorraine M. Koney

Lorraine M. Koney

Feb 16, 2016

Lorraine M. Koney nee Blonski age 89 late of Orland Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Charles E. Koney “Chuck”. Loving mother of Lynn (Ron) Smerek, Chuck (Patricia) Koney and Bonnie (Steve) Yergovich. Proud grandmother of Michael (Chrissy), Jami (Dan), Kelly (David), Kevin (Ashley), Shelly (Kenny) and Stacy (Adam). Great grandmother of 11. Caring sister of the late Stanley...

Julia A. Vanderweel

Julia A. Vanderweel

Apr 9, 2016

Julia A. Vanderweel nee Ustryzcki, born September 27, 1922. Beloved wife of 52 years to the late Peter A. Vanderweel. Wonderful mother of Janice (Ken) Rauch and James (Deb) Vanderweel. Loving grandmother of Jeff, Leanne (Wally) Seliga, Courtney (Don) Sohler and Bailey Vanderweel. Cherished great grandmother of Anna, Sydney, Caitlyn and Connor Seliga and Evelyn Sohler. Dear twin sister of...

Carol J. Kezis

Carol J. Kezis

Apr 8, 2016

Carol J. Kezis nee Jurek age 80 late of Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of 59 yrs to Leonard Sr. Loving mother of Sandra (Joseph) Connolly, Leonard Kezis Jr., Joyce (Gregory) Dasher and Carolyn (Jerome) Stoklosa. Proud grandmother of Carol Ann, Jamie, Joe, Jacob, Tyler, Zachary, Haley and Matthew. Devoted daughter of the late Frank and Agnes Jurek. Caring sister to...

John L. Patrick, Jr.

John L. Patrick, Jr.

Apr 7, 2016

John L. Patrick Jr. age 76 late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of the late Sandra nee Swart. Loving father of Ranea (Timothy) Breen, Mark Patrick, Denise Patrick, Seanne (Pat) Buckwalter, Kelly (Mark) Muehlnickel and Colleen (Rich) Lenart. Proud grandfather of Ashley, T.J., Michelle, Mark, Michael, Molly, Amanda, Charlie and Jake. Fond uncle of Pat and Mary. Funeral Wednesday April...

Billie W. Larson

Billie W. Larson

Apr 6, 2016

Billie W. Larson, age 88, late of Orland Park, IL. Korean War Army Infantry Veteran serving on the frontline Heartbreak Ridge. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy Larson. Loving father of Fred (Paula), late Geraldine (Archie) Harris, Edward (Lynette), David (Kathy), Joseph. Proud grandfather of Eddie, Adrienne, Vince, Tom, Danny, Alana, Archie Jr., Rich, Mike and great grandfather of 4....

Joseph F. O'Reilly , Jr.

Joseph F. O'Reilly , Jr.

Apr 5, 2016

Rev. Joseph F. O’Reilly, 93, died April 5, 2016 at Holy Family Villa in Palos Park, IL. Ordained in 1949, he was the oldest priest in the Springfield, IL diocese where he served in many communities until his retirement in 1992. He was a ham radio operator (W9UFL) for many years and a member of the Jacksonville, IL Radio Club....

Colleen M. Bagdon

Colleen M. Bagdon

Apr 5, 2016

Colleen M. Bagdon nee Flannery, age 81. late of Mokena, IL. Formerly of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late John Bagdon. She is survived by her sons: Michael, Dennis (Bonnie); and daughters Karen (Daniel) Roth, Dawn (Mark) Keith, Trisha (Michael) Manprisio; grandchildren: Megan, Katlyn, Tyler, Alec, Brittany Bagdon, Nicki (Brian) O’Dea, John, Erin Keith, Danny (Amy) Roth, Justin...

Doris J. Vernam

Doris J. Vernam

Apr 4, 2016

Doris J. Vernam nee Rice age 89. Beloved wife of the late Richard Vernam. Loving mother of Margaret (Wesley) Hoffman, Richard T. Jr. (Cathy), John (Karen) and Barbara (Glen) Reno. Proud grandmother of 9 and great grandmother of 11. Doris graduated from Creighton University in 1950, she spent time as lunch mom at Southwood Elementary in Country Club Hills. Funeral...

Dolores Framke

Dolores Framke

Apr 3, 2016

Dolores Framke nee Sellaroli. Late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Mick Framke. Loving father of James (Jean), Tim (Donna L.) Kevin (Donna M.) and Spinner (Laurie). Proud grandmother of 11 and great grandmother of 4. Dear sister of Anna Butler. Caring aunt of many nieces and nephews. Dolores was a 25 year nursing supervisor at Tinley...

Julian A. Soroka

Julian A. Soroka

Mar 29, 2016

Julian A. Soroka, age 18, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved son of John and Stacie Soroka. Loving brother of Jaden. Caring grandson of Mark Friberg, Ann (Bill) Kick and Samantha (Bill) Elio. Dear nephew and cousin to many. Julian dedicated his life to music; he was very talented at writing and producing music. Since his illness in January 2015, Julian...

Lillian Heim

Lillian Heim

Mar 28, 2016

Lillian D. Heim (nee Hellmuth), Age 91, passed away March 28, 2016. A lifetime resident of Mokena, IL, recently residing at Our Lady of Angels Retirement Home, Joliet, IL. Loving mother of Jo Ann (John) Duffy and Dennis (Joan) Heim. Proud grandmother of Brian Duffy, Bridget (Steve) Thorpe, Erin Duffy, Eric Heim and Megan Heim. Great­ grandmother of Spencer and...

Sr. Leonard Lorenzi, Osm

Sr. Leonard Lorenzi, Osm

Mar 25, 2016

Sister Leonard Lorenzi OSM, age 94, was called home on March 25, 2016. Survived by her fellow Mantellate Sisters Servants of Mary and her sister Fausta Pretto, nieces, nephewsand cousins. Sr. Leonard was a member of the Mantellate Sisters Servants of Mary for 73 years. Her ministries included Nursery and Kindergarten, Domestic and Sacristan work, Mistress of Novices, and care...

Thomas A. Roberts

Thomas A. Roberts

Mar 22, 2016

Thomas A. Roberts, of Mokena, IL, died at the age of 68 at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL, on March 22, 2016. Tom was born on July 29, 1947 in Joliet, IL, to Carrol and LaVerne (Gunhouse) Roberts, who proceed him in death. He is survived by his beloved wife Mary L. (Schleder) Roberts, who he married on June...

Gene Janowski

Gene Janowski

Mar 16, 2016

Gene Janowski age 72 late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of Georgine nee Sinise. Loving father of Samuel Janowski. Proud grandfather of Ryan. Devoted son of Louis and Helen Janowski. Caring brother of Darlene Rayola. Dear son in law of George and Hope Sinise. Brother in law of John Sinise, George Sinise, Anna Elliott and Betty Sinise. Funeral Saturday March...

Edward B. Fee, Jr.

Edward B. Fee, Jr.

Mar 15, 2016

Edward B. Fee Jr. age 93 late of Orland Park, IL. Beloved husband of Hazel nee Wesley. Loving father of Edward III (Marilyn) Fee, Nancy (Michael) Cleary, Regina (Timothy) Johnson and David (Kathy) Fee. Proud grandfather of 15 and great grandfather of 4. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday March 18, 2016 9:15 AM from the Vandenberg...

Terrence E. Hyland

Terrence E. Hyland

Mar 13, 2016

Terrence E. Hyland, age 63, died on March 13, 2106, is survived by his daughter, Jennifer Hyland (John); his son, Matthew Hyland (Donna), his son, Eric Hyland and their mother, Elizabeth Hyland (nee Hansel). Loving Grandpa to Soleil Pedric, April Erickson, Molly Hyland and Amelia Hyland. He is preceded in death by his parents James and Dorothy Hyland (nee Lane)....

Mary Carmela Snyder

Mary Carmela Snyder

Mar 12, 2016

No obituary found for this tribute.

Barbara K Hostert

Barbara K Hostert

Feb 27, 2016

Barbara K. Hostert (March 28, 1956 - February 27, 2016) passed peacefully into the loving arms of Jesus. She will be missed dearly by her family and many friends. Left to mourn her passing are her special stepmother Sally Hostert, her brothers Allan (Beth) Hostert and David (Cindy) Hostert; Nieces: Megan (Marc) Bucklin, Ashleigh (Justin) Velasquez, Heather (Craig) Whitney; Nephew,...

Ada M. Westlund

Ada M. Westlund

Feb 22, 2016

Ada M. Westlund nee Semmler age 96 late of Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of the late Raymond. Loving mother of Dale Westlund. Caring sister of the late Adeline Semmler. Devoted daughter of the late William and Margaret Semmler. Funeral Saturday February 27, 2016 11:00 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home 19604 S. Wolf Road Mokena, IL 60448. Interment in St....

Lorraine M. Patkus

Lorraine M. Patkus

Feb 20, 2016

Lorraine M. Patkus nee Kazmerski age 88 late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Louis. Loving mother of Lorelei (John) Herzog, Renard (Dawn) Patkus and Valerie (Martin) Mokry. Proud grandmother of 7 and great grandmother of 2 ½. Memorial Service Saturday February 27, 2016 3:30 PM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home 17248 S. Harlem Ave. Tinley Park,...

Lorraine M. Koney

Lorraine M. Koney

Feb 16, 2016

Lorraine M. Koney nee Blonski age 89 late of Orland Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Charles E. Koney “Chuck”. Loving mother of Lynn (Ron) Smerek, Chuck (Patricia) Koney and Bonnie (Steve) Yergovich. Proud grandmother of Michael (Chrissy), Jami (Dan), Kelly (David), Kevin (Ashley), Shelly (Kenny) and Stacy (Adam). Great grandmother of 11. Caring sister of the late Stanley...

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