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Timothy David Danalewich

Timothy David Danalewich

Jun 12, 2024

Timothy David Danalewich passed away peacefully following a brief illness on June 12, 2024, the Feast of the Immaculate Heart of our Blessed Mother Mary. It is comforting to know that he was welcomed into eternal life wrapped up in her loving arms. He was born on March 28, 1993 to Diana and John Danalewich. Tim is preceded in death...

Carole M. Barnett

Carole M. Barnett

Jun 12, 2024

Carole M. Barnett nee Petrie, age 91, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away June 12, 2024. She graduated with her degree from Bradley University. Avid fan of the Chicago Cubs. Carole enjoyed helping people and sponsoring their growth. She worked at Weight Watchers for several years and taught numerous classes. Beloved wife of the late Owen G. Barnett. Loving...

Eileen Pallisard

Eileen Pallisard

Jun 7, 2024

Eileen Pallisard, born on July 9, 1952, passed away suddenly on June 7, 2024. She was the cherished daughter of the late Alfred and Virginia (née Daner) Pallisard. Eileen was preceded in death by her beloved siblings Mathew (Darlene) Pallisard and Roxanne (George) Murphy. She leaves behind her sister Leslie Pallisard and beloved brother James (Patti Battaglia) Pallisard. Beloved step-mother...

Donald Gilgenberg

Donald Gilgenberg

Jun 6, 2024

Donald James Gilgenberg, 71, of Mokena, IL, was ushered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ June 6th, 2024, surrounded by his family and close friends; after battling a long and difficult illness. Don is survived by his loving wife, Sharon, of almost 42 years, his children, Kenny(former spouse Renae), Renee(Glen), Christina (Daniel)( former spouse Mike), Danny...

Michael A. Wozniak

Michael A. Wozniak

Jun 3, 2024

Michael A. Wozniak, age 74, late of Mokena, IL, passed away June 3, 2024. U.S. Army Veteran, he took part in fundraising for the Veterans Home at Manteno. He was an avid fisherman. Beloved husband of Christine Wozniak for 42 years. Cherished father of Renea Wozniak, Alison (Jeremy) Manor, and Melanie Wozniak. Loving grandfather of Haley, Evelynn, and Callum. Loving...

Lorraine M. Shatas

Lorraine M. Shatas

May 28, 2024

Lorriane M. Shatas, age 94, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late George Shatas. Loving mother of William (Carol) Kiley, Cynthia (the late Jack) Krier. Stepmother of Wayne Shatas, and Lynn Shatas. Loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Cherished grandmother of Jackelyn (Randy) Louise, Michael Krier and great grandmother of Natalie Delsasso. In lieu of flowers,...

Maria G. Mercado

Maria G. Mercado

May 27, 2024

Maria G.“Nana” Mercado, 83 of Chicago, IL., Born and raised from Brownsville, Texas, passed away Monday, May 27th, 2024. She is survived by her four sons Leo, Jr. Mercado of Chicago,IL, Ernie Mercado, of Burbank, IL, Rey (Deb) Mercado of Burbank, IL, Paul (Betty) Mercado of Freeport, IL and her granddaughter Amanda (Raul) Lara Mercado of Chicago, IL. She is...

Robert E. Page

Robert E. Page

May 25, 2024

Robert "Rob" E. Page, living in Tinley Park, IL, passed on to eternal life on Saturday, May 25th. He was born to Margie and Casmer Page in West Frankfort, IL on September 20, 1945. Casmer, Margie, and his sister Mary Kay preceded him in death. He is lovingly survived by Mary Kay’s husband Bob (Sharon) and their children John (Debbie),...

Keith J. Wittman

Keith J. Wittman

May 23, 2024

Keith J. Wittman, late of Forest Park, IL. Beloved son of Kay and the late James Wittman. Loving brother of Mike and Greg (Kelsea) Wittman. Dear nephew of the late Rich (Debbie) Umlor, and the late Sr. Marietta Umlor. Caring cousin of Christine (Marty) Williams, Andrew Umlor, Jonathan (Kindra) Umlor, Katie Umlor (fiancée Candice Dalsing), Dear uncle of Kassidy, Meghan,...

Miranda G. Castagno

Miranda G. Castagno

May 20, 2024

Miranda G Castagno June 14, 2001- May 20,2024 Miranda was an extremely intelligent, beautiful, free spirit , and having a kind heart with good morals and values. Many said she had a beautiful soul, very compassionate and well mannered young lady. If you needed anything she would give it to you even if she needed it too. Unfortunately she was...

Theresa Ann Brouwer

Theresa Ann Brouwer

May 16, 2024

Theresa Ann Brouwer (née O’Sullivan) passed away in peace on May 16, 2024, surrounded by her loving family in the Mokena home that she loved so much, which was built by the hands of her husband, Conrad Brouwer, and other family members. Conrad and Theresa had been married for 51 years and lived in the home since January of 1975....

Rose M. Grunhard

Rose M. Grunhard

May 12, 2024

Rose M. Grunhard (nee Kranc), age 92, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away May 12, 2024. Loving wife of the late Eugene T. Grunhard. Beloved mother of Jeanne (the late Manfred) Ayers, Donna (Jeffrey) Shehane, and Thomas Grunhard. Cherished grandmother of Rachel (Israel) McGrew, Caitlin (Richard) Schweighart, and Patrick Shehane. Cherished great-grandmother of Eva, Azelie, Bernadette, Hannah, Josephine, and...

Patrick M. Blayney

Patrick M. Blayney

May 8, 2024

Patrick M. Blayney, age 24, of Mokena, IL, passed away May 8, 2024. Patrick graduated from Lincoln-Way Central High School in New Lenox, IL. He graduated from The University of Iowa in 2022 and received his bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance. After graduation, Patrick took a job with Deloitte where he worked for almost 2 years. He enjoyed running...

Marjorie Page

Marjorie Page

May 7, 2024

Margie Page, 102, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed on to eternal life on Tuesday, May 7th at Palos Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Home. She was born to John and Mary Ruzich in Johnston City, IL on March 7, 1920. She married her husband Casmer Page who preceded her in death on January 2, 1943. Her daughter Mary Kay as...

Elizabeth Anne Byrnes

Elizabeth Anne Byrnes

May 6, 2024

Elizabeth Byrnes, 69, of Tinley Park died peacefully on May 6, 2024, following a brief cancer battle. Liz was born to Gustave and Mary Rita Hinueber on April 6, 1955, in Blue Island. She was raised in Rock Falls, where she was a proud Newman Central Catholic High School alumni before attending Blackburn College. It was at Blackburn that she...

Caroline A. Johnson

Caroline A. Johnson

May 6, 2024

Caroline A. Johnson nee Sporluck, age 81, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away May 6, 2024. Caroline enjoyed gardening, cooking, and doting over her grandchildren. Most of all she loved spending time with her family. Beloved wife of the late Allan D. Johnson. Loving mother of Pamela (David) Wiot, David Johnson, Robert (Melanie) Johnson. Cherished grandmother of Thom and...

William A. Koenig Jr.

William A. Koenig Jr.

May 5, 2024

William A. Koenig Jr., age 83, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away on May 5, 2024, after battling with Leukemia. William was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. William was a lifeguard at the Chicago beaches while growing up. He worked for the UAW Union and after retirement he began to work at multiple schools. William became...

Mary K. Zyzga

Mary K. Zyzga

May 4, 2024

Mary K. Drzyzga nee Scheibe, age 80, late of New Lenox, IL, passed away May 4th, 2024. She enjoyed playing Bunco, playing Kings in the Corner, gardening, paint by numbers, watching wheel of fortune, bird watching, being outdoors, and remodeling and renovating houses. Her favorite time of year was during the Christmas season. Avid fan of the Chicago Bears and...

Thomas G. Hesse

Thomas G. Hesse

May 1, 2024

Thomas G. Hesse, 82, late of Markham, Beloved husband of the late Patricia Hesse. Loving father of Thomas Jr. (Julie), Robert (Karen), Christopher (Danielle), Scott (Stacy). Dear Heather, Brittany, Thomas, Andrew, Zachary, Abigail, Samantha, Nathan. Caring brother of Jim and Jack Hesse, the late Donna, and the late Robert. Visitation will be held Sunday, May 5, 2024, 2:00-6:00 PM at...

Ted M. Clayton

Ted M. Clayton

Apr 30, 2024

Ted M. Clayton, 88, late of Markham, IL. US Army Veteran, Retired Police Chief in the City of Markham, IL after 36 years. Beloved husband of Theresa Clayton. Loving father of Terry (Tommy) Durkin, Toni (Roman) Nieckula, Todd (Polly) Clayton. Caring papa of Tara, Roman, Jessica, and Joe. Dear brother of Linda Thurman and Dale Marlow, and uncle of many...

Timothy David Danalewich

Timothy David Danalewich

Jun 12, 2024

Timothy David Danalewich passed away peacefully following a brief illness on June 12, 2024, the Feast of the Immaculate Heart of our Blessed Mother Mary. It is comforting to know that he was welcomed into eternal life wrapped up in her loving arms. He was born on March 28, 1993 to Diana and John Danalewich. Tim is preceded in death...

Carole M. Barnett

Carole M. Barnett

Jun 12, 2024

Carole M. Barnett nee Petrie, age 91, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away June 12, 2024. She graduated with her degree from Bradley University. Avid fan of the Chicago Cubs. Carole enjoyed helping people and sponsoring their growth. She worked at Weight Watchers for several years and taught numerous classes. Beloved wife of the late Owen G. Barnett. Loving...

Eileen Pallisard

Eileen Pallisard

Jun 7, 2024

Eileen Pallisard, born on July 9, 1952, passed away suddenly on June 7, 2024. She was the cherished daughter of the late Alfred and Virginia (née Daner) Pallisard. Eileen was preceded in death by her beloved siblings Mathew (Darlene) Pallisard and Roxanne (George) Murphy. She leaves behind her sister Leslie Pallisard and beloved brother James (Patti Battaglia) Pallisard. Beloved step-mother...

Donald Gilgenberg

Donald Gilgenberg

Jun 6, 2024

Donald James Gilgenberg, 71, of Mokena, IL, was ushered into the presence of his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ June 6th, 2024, surrounded by his family and close friends; after battling a long and difficult illness. Don is survived by his loving wife, Sharon, of almost 42 years, his children, Kenny(former spouse Renae), Renee(Glen), Christina (Daniel)( former spouse Mike), Danny...

Michael A. Wozniak

Michael A. Wozniak

Jun 3, 2024

Michael A. Wozniak, age 74, late of Mokena, IL, passed away June 3, 2024. U.S. Army Veteran, he took part in fundraising for the Veterans Home at Manteno. He was an avid fisherman. Beloved husband of Christine Wozniak for 42 years. Cherished father of Renea Wozniak, Alison (Jeremy) Manor, and Melanie Wozniak. Loving grandfather of Haley, Evelynn, and Callum. Loving...

Lorraine M. Shatas

Lorraine M. Shatas

May 28, 2024

Lorriane M. Shatas, age 94, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late George Shatas. Loving mother of William (Carol) Kiley, Cynthia (the late Jack) Krier. Stepmother of Wayne Shatas, and Lynn Shatas. Loving aunt to many nieces and nephews. Cherished grandmother of Jackelyn (Randy) Louise, Michael Krier and great grandmother of Natalie Delsasso. In lieu of flowers,...

Maria G. Mercado

Maria G. Mercado

May 27, 2024

Maria G.“Nana” Mercado, 83 of Chicago, IL., Born and raised from Brownsville, Texas, passed away Monday, May 27th, 2024. She is survived by her four sons Leo, Jr. Mercado of Chicago,IL, Ernie Mercado, of Burbank, IL, Rey (Deb) Mercado of Burbank, IL, Paul (Betty) Mercado of Freeport, IL and her granddaughter Amanda (Raul) Lara Mercado of Chicago, IL. She is...

Robert E. Page

Robert E. Page

May 25, 2024

Robert "Rob" E. Page, living in Tinley Park, IL, passed on to eternal life on Saturday, May 25th. He was born to Margie and Casmer Page in West Frankfort, IL on September 20, 1945. Casmer, Margie, and his sister Mary Kay preceded him in death. He is lovingly survived by Mary Kay’s husband Bob (Sharon) and their children John (Debbie),...

Keith J. Wittman

Keith J. Wittman

May 23, 2024

Keith J. Wittman, late of Forest Park, IL. Beloved son of Kay and the late James Wittman. Loving brother of Mike and Greg (Kelsea) Wittman. Dear nephew of the late Rich (Debbie) Umlor, and the late Sr. Marietta Umlor. Caring cousin of Christine (Marty) Williams, Andrew Umlor, Jonathan (Kindra) Umlor, Katie Umlor (fiancée Candice Dalsing), Dear uncle of Kassidy, Meghan,...

Miranda G. Castagno

Miranda G. Castagno

May 20, 2024

Miranda G Castagno June 14, 2001- May 20,2024 Miranda was an extremely intelligent, beautiful, free spirit , and having a kind heart with good morals and values. Many said she had a beautiful soul, very compassionate and well mannered young lady. If you needed anything she would give it to you even if she needed it too. Unfortunately she was...

Theresa Ann Brouwer

Theresa Ann Brouwer

May 16, 2024

Theresa Ann Brouwer (née O’Sullivan) passed away in peace on May 16, 2024, surrounded by her loving family in the Mokena home that she loved so much, which was built by the hands of her husband, Conrad Brouwer, and other family members. Conrad and Theresa had been married for 51 years and lived in the home since January of 1975....

Rose M. Grunhard

Rose M. Grunhard

May 12, 2024

Rose M. Grunhard (nee Kranc), age 92, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away May 12, 2024. Loving wife of the late Eugene T. Grunhard. Beloved mother of Jeanne (the late Manfred) Ayers, Donna (Jeffrey) Shehane, and Thomas Grunhard. Cherished grandmother of Rachel (Israel) McGrew, Caitlin (Richard) Schweighart, and Patrick Shehane. Cherished great-grandmother of Eva, Azelie, Bernadette, Hannah, Josephine, and...

Patrick M. Blayney

Patrick M. Blayney

May 8, 2024

Patrick M. Blayney, age 24, of Mokena, IL, passed away May 8, 2024. Patrick graduated from Lincoln-Way Central High School in New Lenox, IL. He graduated from The University of Iowa in 2022 and received his bachelor’s degree in accounting and finance. After graduation, Patrick took a job with Deloitte where he worked for almost 2 years. He enjoyed running...

Marjorie Page

Marjorie Page

May 7, 2024

Margie Page, 102, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed on to eternal life on Tuesday, May 7th at Palos Heights Rehabilitation and Nursing Home. She was born to John and Mary Ruzich in Johnston City, IL on March 7, 1920. She married her husband Casmer Page who preceded her in death on January 2, 1943. Her daughter Mary Kay as...

Elizabeth Anne Byrnes

Elizabeth Anne Byrnes

May 6, 2024

Elizabeth Byrnes, 69, of Tinley Park died peacefully on May 6, 2024, following a brief cancer battle. Liz was born to Gustave and Mary Rita Hinueber on April 6, 1955, in Blue Island. She was raised in Rock Falls, where she was a proud Newman Central Catholic High School alumni before attending Blackburn College. It was at Blackburn that she...

Caroline A. Johnson

Caroline A. Johnson

May 6, 2024

Caroline A. Johnson nee Sporluck, age 81, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away May 6, 2024. Caroline enjoyed gardening, cooking, and doting over her grandchildren. Most of all she loved spending time with her family. Beloved wife of the late Allan D. Johnson. Loving mother of Pamela (David) Wiot, David Johnson, Robert (Melanie) Johnson. Cherished grandmother of Thom and...

William A. Koenig Jr.

William A. Koenig Jr.

May 5, 2024

William A. Koenig Jr., age 83, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away on May 5, 2024, after battling with Leukemia. William was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, and great grandfather. William was a lifeguard at the Chicago beaches while growing up. He worked for the UAW Union and after retirement he began to work at multiple schools. William became...

Mary K. Zyzga

Mary K. Zyzga

May 4, 2024

Mary K. Drzyzga nee Scheibe, age 80, late of New Lenox, IL, passed away May 4th, 2024. She enjoyed playing Bunco, playing Kings in the Corner, gardening, paint by numbers, watching wheel of fortune, bird watching, being outdoors, and remodeling and renovating houses. Her favorite time of year was during the Christmas season. Avid fan of the Chicago Bears and...

Thomas G. Hesse

Thomas G. Hesse

May 1, 2024

Thomas G. Hesse, 82, late of Markham, Beloved husband of the late Patricia Hesse. Loving father of Thomas Jr. (Julie), Robert (Karen), Christopher (Danielle), Scott (Stacy). Dear Heather, Brittany, Thomas, Andrew, Zachary, Abigail, Samantha, Nathan. Caring brother of Jim and Jack Hesse, the late Donna, and the late Robert. Visitation will be held Sunday, May 5, 2024, 2:00-6:00 PM at...

Ted M. Clayton

Ted M. Clayton

Apr 30, 2024

Ted M. Clayton, 88, late of Markham, IL. US Army Veteran, Retired Police Chief in the City of Markham, IL after 36 years. Beloved husband of Theresa Clayton. Loving father of Terry (Tommy) Durkin, Toni (Roman) Nieckula, Todd (Polly) Clayton. Caring papa of Tara, Roman, Jessica, and Joe. Dear brother of Linda Thurman and Dale Marlow, and uncle of many...

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