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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area
Charles R. Dircks
June 2, 2025
Charles Ray Dircks, age 83, passed away June 2, 2025. Chuck was born in Chicago, Illinois on November 3, 1941. Beloved husband of 61 years to Karen Dircks (nee Rach), loving father of Cheryl (Richard) Gamen and Laura (Larry) Kubiak; dear brother of the late George Dircks and Jerry Dircks; loving Papa of Rachel Gamen and Ryan (Ashley) Gamen. Throughout...
Gloria Alice Bormet
June 23, 2025
Gloria A. Bormet (nee Perry) Age 74, of New Lenox, IL passed away unexpectedly on Monday, June 23, 2025 at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Gloria was born in Texas to the late Harold and Ethel Perry.
Beloved wife of the late Warren V. Bormet; loving mother of Jennifer Rosenburg and Amanda (Christopher) Rebout; cherished Grammie of Addison and Alexander...
Howard F. Spurlin
June 21, 2025
Howard Spurlin, age 80, of Mokena, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Saturday June 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Born on Chicago’s south side in 1944, Howard built a life grounded in hard work, steadfast strength, and a dry wit that often-caught people by surprise. He spent his career dedicated to the railroad industry, beginning as a switchman for the...
Tyler S. Dunn
June 21, 2025
Tyler Scott Dunn
Age 28 of Woodridge, IL formerly of New Lenox, IL passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, June 21, 2025. Tyler was born in Palos Heights, IL to Timothy and Christine (nee Ranger) Dunn.
Loving son Timothy Dunn and Christine (James) Litwicki; dear brother of Brooke (Brian) Skowronski, Jason Litwicki, Mary (fiancé Thomas Swannick) Brewer, and Megan Brewer; loving grandson of...
Baudelia Arias
June 20, 2025
Baudelia Arias 89, beloved wife, mother, and grandmother, passed away peacefully at her home in Joliet, Illinois, on June 20, 2025. She was born on May 25, 1936, in Mexico to Clemente Alvarez and Ygnacia Alvarez (nee Barocio), both of whom preceded her in death.
Baudelia was a woman of many talents and interests, known for her kind and welcoming nature....
Thomas B. Donovan
June 20, 2025
THOMAS B DONOVAN
Age 83, of Frankfort, passed away Friday, June 20, 2025 at Palos Community hospital surrounded by his loving family.
Tom grew up on the south side of Chicago as the oldest of 6 children, and he met his “Darling Angel” Christy while they were in high school. He graduated from St. Felicitas grade school, Leo High School, Loyola University...
Mary Frances Whitaker
June 19, 2025
Mary Frances Whitaker (née Shive) passed away on June 19, 2025. She was born July 3, 1934, in Quincy, Illinois, the daughter of George and Mary Shive. Mary graduated with a B.A. in Education from the University of Illinois in 1956, and moved to New Lenox, where she taught English at Lincoln-Way High School.
In 1957, she married Ronald M. Whitaker...
Joyce C. Tilquist
June 19, 2025
Joyce C. Tilquist Age 89 of Bridgeview, IL. passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, June 19, 2025
Joyce is survived by her loving family, son Rick (Michelle) Tilquist, grandson Ricky (Michelle) Tilquist, grandchildren Aubrey, Gabriella, Chloe Tilquist, brother Mike (Petra) Burns, dog Sugar, many nieces, nephews, amd friends.
Joyce was proceeded in death by her parents John and Anita Burns, brother...
Donna M. Brown
June 16, 2025
Donna M. Brown (nee White)
Age 77 of New Lenox, IL, passed away at her home on Monday, June 16, 2025. Donna was born in Atlanta, GA to the late Robert E. and Mauree (nee McClain) White.
Beloved wife of the late Robert J. Brown; loving mother of Mike (Michelle) Kerschbaum, Jennifer (Brent) Kremnitzer, David (Kerrie) Brown, and Steve (Courtney) Brown; cherished...
Rev. Gordon H. Reif
June 14, 2025
REV. GORDON H. REIF
Age 94, of Orland Park, formerly of Chicago Heights, passed away Saturday, June 14th, 2025 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.
Pastor Gordon is survived by his loving family, children, Timothy (Dianne) Reif, Anne (Jeff Sherred) Rubley, Karen (Jack) Lester, Amy (Dean) Mackie, sibling, Stanley Reif, grandchildren, Kylie (Aaron) Parpart, Ryan (Amber) Reif, Tyler (Carrie Ann) Reif,...
Cynthia S. Hostert
June 11, 2025
Cynthia S. Hostert (nee Jurgens)
Age 73 of New Lenox, IL passed away Wednesday, June 11, 2025, at NW Palos Hospital in Palos Heights, IL. Cindy was born in Ottawa, IL to the late Robert V. and Mary K. (nee Romine) Jurgens.
Beloved wife of David J. Hostert; loving mother of Megan (Marcus) Bucklin and Nicholas (Samantha) Hostert; cherished grandmother of Abraham...
Antoinette M. Swiatek
June 11, 2025
Antoinette Swiatek, 77, of Mokena, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 11, 2025. Born on November 9, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, Antoinette lived a life brimming with kindness, love, and unwavering devotion to her family.
Antoinette was the heart of her family, a gentle and loyal soul whose warmth touched everyone she met. She served as an Office Manager for Draper...
James H. Howland
June 10, 2025
Age 79, of Frankfort, IL. passed away peacefully at home on Tuesday June 10th, 2025.
Jim had a distinguished career in the financial marketplace. Jim had a passion for foreign and domestic capital markets that made him excel in trading and account management for his clients. Jim spent decades establishing long standing relationships in the investment world as a senior trader...
Helen Louise Bacza
June 10, 2025
Helen L. Bacza
Age 76, of Joliet passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, June 10, 2025. Helen was born in Joliet, IL to the late Richard “Earl” and Marie (nee Zerbes) Wilda.
Beloved wife of Ronald W. Bacza,; loving mother of Ronald (Christine Keene) Bacza, Robert (Jessica Baker) Bacza, and Jason (Christine Wilczek) Bacza; cherished grandmother of Chloe, Sadie, Andrew, and Bianca; dear...
Joan P. Moore
June 8, 2025
Joan P. Moore (nee Craig)
Age 87, of New Lenox, IL, passed away on Sunday, June 8, 2025. Joan was born in Clarksdale, MS to the late John P. and Genevieve (nee Abraham) Craig.
Beloved wife of the late Robert H. Moore; loving mother of the late Robert Jr. (Donna) Moore, Marianne Thomas, Michael (Lori) Moore, Christine (Lawrence) Hensley, Daniel (Stacey) Moore,...
Lynn Marie Starshak
June 7, 2025
Lynn Marie Starshak, a kind and loving soul, passed away on June 7, 2025. Born on October 11, 1972, Lynn brought an abundance of joy and fun into the lives of all who knew her. She was known for her vibrant spirit and her ability to make those around her feel cherished and valued.
Lynn had a profound love for life...
Ruth R. Johnson
June 6, 2025
Ruth R. Johnson (nee Richardson) 92, of Frankfort, was born in Thompsonville, IL to the late William and Hallie (nee Brown) Richardson and passed away peacefully on June 6, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Rev. William G. Johnson; loving mother of the late Bradley (Carol) Johnson, and Jan (Michael) Rizzuto; cherished grandmother of Michael (Gayle) Rizzuto, Emily (Bill) Glegg,...
Gerardo "Abby" Vazquez
June 5, 2025
GERARDO “ABBY” VAZQUEZ
Age 66, of New Lenox, passed away Thursday, June 5th, 2025 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.
Abby is survived by his loving family, former wife of 38 years, Susan Vazquez, children, Gerardo Vazquez, Vincenzo Vazquez, Victoria (Jacob) Jonker, grandchildren, Braven Vazquez, Harmony Vazquez, siblings, Jose, Maria, Imelda, Rosario, Juanita, Martin, Rene, Fernando, Jorge, Celina, Taurino and numerous...
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