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Wendell Lee "Butch" Bormet
Dec 24, 2024
Wendell L. “Butch” Bormet
Age 76 0f LaPorte, IN, formerly of Mokena, IL passed away peacefully on Christmas Eve morning surrounded by family. Wendell was born in Joliet, IL to the late Vernon and Alice (nee Kochel) Bormet.
Loving father of Sean (Teri) Bormet and Ryan (Meg) Bormet; cherished grandfather of Zoë Bormet, Bennett Bormet, and Lucille Bormet; dear brother of Carolyn...
Jean M. Dinnocenzo
Jan 3, 2025
JEAN M. DINNOCENZO (ROCK)
Age 95 of Park Forest, passed away on Friday, January 3rd 2025 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.
Jean is survived by her loving family, children, Jerry (Janet) Dinnocenzo, Jim (Christine) Dinnocenzo, Jody (Carl) Indovina, grandchildren, Tony (Allison) Dinnocenzo, Stephanie (Mark) Ott, Sarah (Joe) Drover, Christopher Dinnocenzo, Allie (Vince Cook) Indovina, great grandchildren, Dominic Dinnocenzo, Mia Dinnocenzo,...
William G. Simnick Sr.
Jan 1, 2025
WILLIAM 'Bill' GEORGE SIMNICK, SR
September 28, 1939 - January 1, 2025
85, of New Lenox, IL. William passed away suddenly and peacefully with his daughter Linda by his side, surrounded by his grandchildren and great grandchildren. William suffered a stroke at home on October 4, 2024. He was able to enjoy a final visit with his son Dennis during his illness,...
Gerald D. Kettwig
Jan 1, 2025
Gerald (Dale) Kettwig
Born 1936 went to be with his Lord and Savior peacefully on January 1, 2025. Preceeded in death by his loving wife of 32 years Connie, his parents Floyd and Bessie Kettwig, and his older sibling Donald Kettwig. Gerald, known as Jerry, was a lifelong resident of Joliet. He was a veteran of The Korean War. Worked his entire...
Diane S. D'Alberto
Jan 1, 2025
Diane (Allbert) D’Alberto
Beloved wife of Albert D’Alberto; Loving mother of Jesse Painter, Dana Painter, And Jayme Painter (Tammy). Devoted step mother of Lisa Ercoli (Garry), Michelle Amos (Jeff), Denny D’Alberto (Rachel), and Fred D’Alberto. Cherished Grandmother of Daniel Mayes, Dillon Myslinski (Stephanie), Brittney Painter, Jayme Painter Jr. (Lexi), Jessica Painter (David), Jesse Mayes (Chasity), Lindsay Wasson (Tony), Tori Crawford (Ryan),...
Roberto S. Reyes
Dec 31, 2024
ROBERTO S. REYES
Age 51, of New Lenox, passed away on Tuesday, December 31st, 2024 at his home.
Roberto is survived by his loving family, wife, Jodi Reyes (Cameron), children, Summer Reyes, Zander Reyes, parents, Robert & Kathleen Reyes (Koch), aunt & uncle, Sharon (Jeff) Wilson and numerous cousins.
Roberto was a former Eagle Scout and Electrician for Local #134. He greatly enjoyed...
Laura J. Regis
Dec 30, 2024
Laura J. Regis, age 78, passed away on Monday, December 30, 2024 at Mayo Clinic in Minnesota.
Laura is survived by her beloved husband, Patrick Regis; her son, Chris (Charlene) Regis; grandchildren, Savannah (Lou) Regis and Carter Krawczyk; her great grandson Giovanni; and her brother Daniel Brown.
She is preceded in death by her parents, Thomas and G. Meredith (nee Richard) Brown,...
Jacqueline F. Heitman
Dec 30, 2024
Jacqueline F. Heitman (nee Cure)
Age 79 passed away Monday, December 30, 2024. Jackie was born in Blue Island, IL to the late George and Esther (nee Stolarek) Cure. Beloved wife of David K. Heitman; loving mother of the late Susan (Tim) Clark, Jennifer (John) Wielgosz and Dave (Alison) Heitman; cherished grandmother of Gaige Wielgosz, Austin Wielgosz, Aubrey Clark, Jake Wielgosz,...
Jakob Anthony Mayo
Dec 29, 2024
Jakob A. "Jake" Mayo
Age 33, of Chicago, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, December 29, 2024. Jakob was born in Joliet, IL to Timothy and Krista (nee DelSasso) Mayo. Jakob was a graduate of Joliet Central High School and also a graduate of Harrington College of Design, Chicago, IL. He was employed as an Installation Manager at Moss, Inc, Franklin...
Frank M. Hohm
Dec 27, 2024
Frank Michael Hohm, age 85, passed away peacefully on Friday, December 27, 2024, in Lemont, Illinois.
Frank was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 11, 1939, to the late Blanche Herzberger and Edward Hohm. Frank married Nancy Elizabeth Goreham on August 13, 1960, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Frank served in the United States Air Force and later joined and retired from...
Michael James Barnhart
Dec 26, 2024
Michael James Barnhart
Age 58, of New Lenox, passed away unexpectedly on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Beloved husband of Lisa (nee Sieracki) Barnhart, loving father of Marty (Rachel Turner) Laughlin and Daniel Eber; devoted son of Joyce (late Ed) Miller; dear brother of Lisa (Tom) Schwer, Eddie (Jennifer) Miller, Michelle (George) Miller-Kavarta, and Natalie...
Antonio J. Venezia Jr.
Dec 26, 2024
Antonio J. Venezia, Jr. passed away peacefully at home on December 26, 2024 at age 92. Tony (A.J.) was born December 20, 1932 in New Orleans, Louisiana to Antonio J. Venezia, Sr. and Zulime Venezia (nee Agnelli). Tony received doctorates in dentistry and orthodontia from University of Tennessee and Northwestern University. Tony was a Lieutenant Colonel of the United States...
Carolyn Josephine Rogge
Dec 26, 2024
Carolyn J. Rogge 83, was born in Chicago to the late Frank and Alberta Gracious and passed away December 26, 2024. Beloved wife of the late James H. Rogge; loving mother of Robert (Linda) Rogge, and Patricia (Dwight) Knapp; loving grandma of Mitchell (Colleen Bulow) Knapp, Michael Knapp, and Kayla (Fiancé Eric Ryan) Rogge; loving sister of Thomas (Darlene) Gracious;...
Kellie M. Hummel-Barnett
Dec 25, 2024
Kellie M. Hummel-Barnett 50, of New Lenox was born November 15, 1974 and passed away December 25, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Joel Ray Bultsma; loving mother of Thomas Riley, Josh (Amelia Bodie) Bultsma, and Nick ( Sarah) Bultsma; dear sister of Shannon Mueller, Danielle Hummel, and Kathleen Hummel; proud mom of her four legged companion Piper. Kellie loved...
Susan A. Tate
Dec 25, 2024
Susan A. Tate 61, of New Lenox, was born in Cicero, IL to the late Joseph and Rava Dakin and went home to be with her Lord and savior on December 25, 2024. Susan married the love of her life Billy W. Tate on June 7, 1986. Loving mother of Justin (Tiffany) Tate, and Jordan (Taylor) Tate; proud grandma of...
Fred P. Lanzafame
Dec 24, 2024
FRED P. LANZAFAME
Age 87 of Mokena, passed away on Tuesday, December 24th, 2024 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.
Fred is survived by his loving family, wife, June Lanzafame (Gerstung), children, Chris (Jason) Michau, Gina (Steve) Franker, Carla (Jeff) Dvorak, Nicholas Lanzafame, grandchildren, Cassidy (fiancé Nick Stamatkin) Michau, Alec (Faith) Glinski, Alyssa (Nick) Bandura, Tessa Dvorak, Max Dvorak, siblings, Maria...
John Lindsay Robertson
Dec 24, 2024
John Lindsay Robertson, 75, was born September 1, 1949 in Camden, New Jersey, to the late Winfield and Agnes (nee Engelbert) Robertson, and passed away December 24, 2024. Beloved husband of Donna (nee DeYoung) Robertson of 55 years; loving father of Laura (Jay) Curatolo, John (Melissa) Robertson, and Michael (Mary) Robertson; proud grandpa of Lucas (Katie) Robertson, Josh (Caryn) Robertson,...
Arthur J. Becka
Dec 23, 2024
Arthur Jerome Becka, age 90, passed away peacefully on Monday, December 23, 2024.
“Jerry” was born in Chicago, IL on December 8, 1934 to the late Frank and Helen (nee Baker) Becka. He is preceded in death by his siblings, Frank Becka and Mary Barclay. He graduated from Chicago Vocational School (CVS) and later served in the US Army during the...
Dale R Miner
Dec 23, 2024
Dale R. Miner 76, of Joliet was born August 11, 1948 to the late Lloyd and Norma (nee Voight) Miner and passed away December 23, 2024. Dale was preceded in death by both of his parents, as well as his brother Dennis, and sister Kathy Miner. He wis survived by numerous ncousins. Dale was a Vietnam veteran who proudly served...
Richard "Spike" Young
Dec 23, 2024
Richard Allen Young, affectionately known as "Spike," passed away peacefully in his sleep at his home in Lemont, Illinois, on December 23, 2024, at the age of 89. Born on November 25, 1935, in Buffalo, New York, Richard's early life laid the foundation for a rich and fulfilling journey marked by both personal and professional achievements.
Richard graduated from Bishop Timon...
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