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Florence Helen Pachura
Dec 10, 2024
Florence H. Pachura, 90, late of Champaign, IL. formerly of Southside Chicago, Hegewisch Neighborhood. Beloved wife of the late Robert Pachura. Loving mother of Susan Koziol, Robert, Richard (Michele), Ronald (Heidi) Pachura. Proud grandmother of Kevin, Ryan (Kelly) Koziol, and great grandmother of Scarlett and Thomas Koziol. Visitation will commence Saturday, December 14, 2024, 8:30-9:30 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral...
Norbert J. Kubik
Dec 9, 2024
Norbert J. Kubik, 91, late of Tinley Park, IL, formerly of Chicago. Beloved husband of the late Phyllis Kubik. Loving father of Diane (John) Nakashian, Maryann (Anthony) Senese, James (Marie) Kubik, Joanne (Stanley) Guzik. Dear grandfather of Jason, Nick, Brittany, Lisa, Taylor, Nicole, Chris, Mike, Danny, Samantha, Sabrina and great grandfather of 7. Preceded in death by his parents Anton...
Wayne Emil Rechkemer
Dec 9, 2024
Wayne Emil Rechkemer, 77, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of Joyce Rechkemer. Loving father of Julie (Sean) Ferguson, John (Nancy), Janet (John) Sarafin, and Dan Rechkemer. Proud grandfather of Morgan (Jared) Sarafin-Ross, Kira Ferguson, Hunter, Madison Sarafin, Makenzie Sarafin, Chloe, Sophia, Kathryn, Vincent, and great grandfather of Gia. Cherished cousin and best friend of Jim Yunker. Wayne is preceded...
Ruth Eunice Hopson
Dec 6, 2024
Ruth E. Hopson (nee Wesney), age 99, of Mokena, was the beloved wife of the late Merrell; dear mother of the late Bonnie, Phyllis (David) Stanton, Russell (Amanda) and Joyce (Thomas) Egan; devoted grandmother of Paige (John) Usher, Thomas (Jessika) Egan and Russell Egan; treasured great-grandmother of Veda Usher; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Ruth was born on...
Connie D. Hawker-Bantz
Nov 29, 2024
Connie Dee Hawker-Bantz née Keim. Formerly of Tinley Park and Bloomington/Normal, IL, went home to be with the Lord on this day November 29, 2024. Born February 11, 1949 in Moline, IL to Edison and Thelma Keim of Silvis, IL Lived all of her life in Silvis and the East Moline area until she married. Graduated in 1969 from the...
John "Jack" N. Kraus
Nov 27, 2024
John N. "Jack" Kraus of Tinley Park, Illinois. Devoted husband of the late Elizabeth "Suzy" Kraus. Loving father of Debbie Toomey, Jack (Mary), and Tommy Kraus. Cherished grandfather of 10, and 2 great grandchildren. Caring uncle and friend to of many. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial is pending
Jose "Joseph" M. Chavez
Nov 18, 2024
Jose “Joseph” M. Chavez, age 68, late of Blue Island, IL, passed away November 18, 2024. U.S Army Veteran. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and boating. Avid fan of the outdoors. Beloved husband of Deborah Chavez (nee Bartest) for 35 years. Loving father of Ben Chavez and Alex (Willie) Vega. Cherished grandfather of Quinn, Eli, and Hunter. Caring brother of...
James L. Cassidy
Nov 17, 2024
James L. Cassidy, 93, late of Orland Park. Beloved husband of the late Geraldine Cassidy. Loving father of James Jr. (Kathleen), Gerard M. (Cheryl), Lee G. (Debbie), Scott (Sandra), Candace (Jack) O'Connell. Proud grandfather of 17 and great grandfather of 28. Visitation Thursday, November 21, 2024, 9:00 AM until time of Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 AM at St. George...
Robert J. Mclaughlin
Nov 16, 2024
Robert "Rob" McLaughlin, age 60, late of Frankfort, IL. US Army Veteran, 82nd Airborne Division. Beloved husband of Leslie McLauglin nee Bowen. Caring step-father of Daniel (Kristel) White. Proud grandpa of Kylie and Taylor White. Loving son of Roberta Campbell and the late James McLaughlin. Dear brother of John (Carole), Margaret (Michael) Martiniak, Joe McLaughlin. Kind uncle of many nieces...
Richard Allen Standish Sr.
Nov 15, 2024
Richard Allen Standish Sr., age 79, of Green Garden Township, IL, passed away November 15, 2024. U.S. Army Veteran with the 82nd Airborne. Retired lineman from ComEd. Richard later went on to work as a heavy equipment operator at Local 150. Richard enjoyed restoring cars, especially his Corvettes. He loved boating and riding his Harley. Most of all he loved...
John H. O'Reilly
Nov 12, 2024
John Henry O'Reilly, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully in his Mokena, Illinois, home on November 12, 2024, at the age of 98. Born on September 13, 1926, John lived a life marked by deep faith, a strong family, a passion for education, and generosity to others. John is survived by Rosemary, his wife of over...
William "Bill" Mcgowan
Nov 10, 2024
William "Bill" A. McGowan, age 62, of Mokena, passed away on November 10, 2024. A proud U.S. Air Force veteran, Bill was a devoted and loving husband, father, son, and brother. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Bill was the beloved husband of Marie McGowan, and the loving father of Anna. He was the cherished son...
Richard L. Reynolds
Nov 9, 2024
Richard L. Reynolds, age 77, late of Frankfort, IL, passed away November 9, 2024. U.S. Army Veteran. He was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Frankfort, IL for several years. Lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. Richard was a part of the American Legion and Hamfesters Ham Radio Club. He loved spending time with his family, especially...
Bruce R. Hermann
Nov 9, 2024
Bruce R. Hermann, age 70, late of New Lenox, IL, passed away November 9, 2024, with his family by his side. Retired Local 399 Engineer. Bruce worked on several buildings around the Chicagoland area. He was an avid sports fan. Bruce was a lifelong Green Bay Packers fan. He enjoyed golfing, gardening, camping, riding his motorcycle, and traveling to Florida....
James W. Lauffer
Nov 3, 2024
James W. Lauffer of Frankfort, Illinois passed away on Nov 3, 2024. Services and Interment will be held in Private.
Francis "Frank" P. Edgeworth
Nov 2, 2024
Frank P. Edgeworth succumbed to a long battle with cancer on November 2nd, surrounded peacefully by his beloved wife and family. He was cherished by everyone he met, embodying the spirit of a man for others. The entire South Side of Chicago has lost a dear friend and an extraordinary man. Frank was married to the love of his life,...
Susan M. Ryan
Oct 30, 2024
Susan M. Ryan, age 61, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away October 30, 2024. Susan worked at Davin Furniture for several years. She loved spending time with her family, especially her nieces and nephews. Cherished sister of Michael Ryan, Paul (Laura) Ryan, and the late Cindy Ryan. Dear daughter of the late Gerald and Irene Ryan. Loving aunt of...
Kenneth Arthur Sitzberger
Oct 29, 2024
In Loving Memory of Kenneth Arthur Sitzberger On October 29, 2024, Kenneth Arthur Sitzberger sadly passed away at the age of 66, surrounded by his loved ones in Lockport, IL. Kenneth was born in Chicago, IL, on October 14, 1958, and was the beloved son of the late Arthur and Anne Sitzberger. Kenneth will be deeply missed by his siblings,...
Damian R. Mansanarez Jr.
Oct 28, 2024
Damian R. Mansanarez Jr., age 87, late of Blue Island, IL passed away October 28, 2024. He was an avid bowler and golfer. Damian was fond of his bingo scratch offs. Most of all loved spending time with family. Beloved husband of the late Teresa (nee Gomez) Mansanarez. Loving father of Maria (Eric) Widstrom, late Roy (late Jan) Mansanarez, Damian...
Louise T. Kohl
Oct 27, 2024
Louise T. Kohl nee Tama, age 75 late of Homewood, IL, passed away October 27, 2024. She served as an Election Judge and was on the Mokena Park District Board for several years. Louise created the local event Halloween Hollow. She volunteered explaining different art pieces to children at Willow Elementary School in Homewood, IL. Louise and husband David enjoyed...
Florence Helen Pachura
Dec 10, 2024
Florence H. Pachura, 90, late of Champaign, IL. formerly of Southside Chicago, Hegewisch Neighborhood. Beloved wife of the late Robert Pachura. Loving mother of Susan Koziol, Robert, Richard (Michele), Ronald (Heidi) Pachura. Proud grandmother of Kevin, Ryan (Kelly) Koziol, and great grandmother of Scarlett and Thomas Koziol. Visitation will commence Saturday, December 14, 2024, 8:30-9:30 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral...
Norbert J. Kubik
Dec 9, 2024
Norbert J. Kubik, 91, late of Tinley Park, IL, formerly of Chicago. Beloved husband of the late Phyllis Kubik. Loving father of Diane (John) Nakashian, Maryann (Anthony) Senese, James (Marie) Kubik, Joanne (Stanley) Guzik. Dear grandfather of Jason, Nick, Brittany, Lisa, Taylor, Nicole, Chris, Mike, Danny, Samantha, Sabrina and great grandfather of 7. Preceded in death by his parents Anton...
Wayne Emil Rechkemer
Dec 9, 2024
Wayne Emil Rechkemer, 77, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of Joyce Rechkemer. Loving father of Julie (Sean) Ferguson, John (Nancy), Janet (John) Sarafin, and Dan Rechkemer. Proud grandfather of Morgan (Jared) Sarafin-Ross, Kira Ferguson, Hunter, Madison Sarafin, Makenzie Sarafin, Chloe, Sophia, Kathryn, Vincent, and great grandfather of Gia. Cherished cousin and best friend of Jim Yunker. Wayne is preceded...
Ruth Eunice Hopson
Dec 6, 2024
Ruth E. Hopson (nee Wesney), age 99, of Mokena, was the beloved wife of the late Merrell; dear mother of the late Bonnie, Phyllis (David) Stanton, Russell (Amanda) and Joyce (Thomas) Egan; devoted grandmother of Paige (John) Usher, Thomas (Jessika) Egan and Russell Egan; treasured great-grandmother of Veda Usher; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews. Ruth was born on...
Connie D. Hawker-Bantz
Nov 29, 2024
Connie Dee Hawker-Bantz née Keim. Formerly of Tinley Park and Bloomington/Normal, IL, went home to be with the Lord on this day November 29, 2024. Born February 11, 1949 in Moline, IL to Edison and Thelma Keim of Silvis, IL Lived all of her life in Silvis and the East Moline area until she married. Graduated in 1969 from the...
John "Jack" N. Kraus
Nov 27, 2024
John N. "Jack" Kraus of Tinley Park, Illinois. Devoted husband of the late Elizabeth "Suzy" Kraus. Loving father of Debbie Toomey, Jack (Mary), and Tommy Kraus. Cherished grandfather of 10, and 2 great grandchildren. Caring uncle and friend to of many. Memorial Mass of Christian Burial is pending
Jose "Joseph" M. Chavez
Nov 18, 2024
Jose “Joseph” M. Chavez, age 68, late of Blue Island, IL, passed away November 18, 2024. U.S Army Veteran. He enjoyed fishing, hunting, camping, and boating. Avid fan of the outdoors. Beloved husband of Deborah Chavez (nee Bartest) for 35 years. Loving father of Ben Chavez and Alex (Willie) Vega. Cherished grandfather of Quinn, Eli, and Hunter. Caring brother of...
James L. Cassidy
Nov 17, 2024
James L. Cassidy, 93, late of Orland Park. Beloved husband of the late Geraldine Cassidy. Loving father of James Jr. (Kathleen), Gerard M. (Cheryl), Lee G. (Debbie), Scott (Sandra), Candace (Jack) O'Connell. Proud grandfather of 17 and great grandfather of 28. Visitation Thursday, November 21, 2024, 9:00 AM until time of Mass of Christian Burial 10:00 AM at St. George...
Robert J. Mclaughlin
Nov 16, 2024
Robert "Rob" McLaughlin, age 60, late of Frankfort, IL. US Army Veteran, 82nd Airborne Division. Beloved husband of Leslie McLauglin nee Bowen. Caring step-father of Daniel (Kristel) White. Proud grandpa of Kylie and Taylor White. Loving son of Roberta Campbell and the late James McLaughlin. Dear brother of John (Carole), Margaret (Michael) Martiniak, Joe McLaughlin. Kind uncle of many nieces...
Richard Allen Standish Sr.
Nov 15, 2024
Richard Allen Standish Sr., age 79, of Green Garden Township, IL, passed away November 15, 2024. U.S. Army Veteran with the 82nd Airborne. Retired lineman from ComEd. Richard later went on to work as a heavy equipment operator at Local 150. Richard enjoyed restoring cars, especially his Corvettes. He loved boating and riding his Harley. Most of all he loved...
John H. O'Reilly
Nov 12, 2024
John Henry O'Reilly, a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather passed away peacefully in his Mokena, Illinois, home on November 12, 2024, at the age of 98. Born on September 13, 1926, John lived a life marked by deep faith, a strong family, a passion for education, and generosity to others. John is survived by Rosemary, his wife of over...
William "Bill" Mcgowan
Nov 10, 2024
William "Bill" A. McGowan, age 62, of Mokena, passed away on November 10, 2024. A proud U.S. Air Force veteran, Bill was a devoted and loving husband, father, son, and brother. He will be deeply missed by all who knew him. Bill was the beloved husband of Marie McGowan, and the loving father of Anna. He was the cherished son...
Richard L. Reynolds
Nov 9, 2024
Richard L. Reynolds, age 77, late of Frankfort, IL, passed away November 9, 2024. U.S. Army Veteran. He was a member of Good Shepherd Lutheran Church in Frankfort, IL for several years. Lifetime member of the National Rifle Association. Richard was a part of the American Legion and Hamfesters Ham Radio Club. He loved spending time with his family, especially...
Bruce R. Hermann
Nov 9, 2024
Bruce R. Hermann, age 70, late of New Lenox, IL, passed away November 9, 2024, with his family by his side. Retired Local 399 Engineer. Bruce worked on several buildings around the Chicagoland area. He was an avid sports fan. Bruce was a lifelong Green Bay Packers fan. He enjoyed golfing, gardening, camping, riding his motorcycle, and traveling to Florida....
James W. Lauffer
Nov 3, 2024
James W. Lauffer of Frankfort, Illinois passed away on Nov 3, 2024. Services and Interment will be held in Private.
Francis "Frank" P. Edgeworth
Nov 2, 2024
Frank P. Edgeworth succumbed to a long battle with cancer on November 2nd, surrounded peacefully by his beloved wife and family. He was cherished by everyone he met, embodying the spirit of a man for others. The entire South Side of Chicago has lost a dear friend and an extraordinary man. Frank was married to the love of his life,...
Susan M. Ryan
Oct 30, 2024
Susan M. Ryan, age 61, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away October 30, 2024. Susan worked at Davin Furniture for several years. She loved spending time with her family, especially her nieces and nephews. Cherished sister of Michael Ryan, Paul (Laura) Ryan, and the late Cindy Ryan. Dear daughter of the late Gerald and Irene Ryan. Loving aunt of...
Kenneth Arthur Sitzberger
Oct 29, 2024
In Loving Memory of Kenneth Arthur Sitzberger On October 29, 2024, Kenneth Arthur Sitzberger sadly passed away at the age of 66, surrounded by his loved ones in Lockport, IL. Kenneth was born in Chicago, IL, on October 14, 1958, and was the beloved son of the late Arthur and Anne Sitzberger. Kenneth will be deeply missed by his siblings,...
Damian R. Mansanarez Jr.
Oct 28, 2024
Damian R. Mansanarez Jr., age 87, late of Blue Island, IL passed away October 28, 2024. He was an avid bowler and golfer. Damian was fond of his bingo scratch offs. Most of all loved spending time with family. Beloved husband of the late Teresa (nee Gomez) Mansanarez. Loving father of Maria (Eric) Widstrom, late Roy (late Jan) Mansanarez, Damian...
Louise T. Kohl
Oct 27, 2024
Louise T. Kohl nee Tama, age 75 late of Homewood, IL, passed away October 27, 2024. She served as an Election Judge and was on the Mokena Park District Board for several years. Louise created the local event Halloween Hollow. She volunteered explaining different art pieces to children at Willow Elementary School in Homewood, IL. Louise and husband David enjoyed...
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