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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Janet Gullicksen

Janet Gullicksen

Jan 22, 2025

Janet Elizabeth (Feil) Gullicksen

At the age of 86, Janet passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 22, 2025, Lee’s Summit, MO. She is survived by her children: Lyndell (Norman) Simmons, Lisa (Jeffrey) Brown and John (Susan) Gullicksen, her grandchildren: Nathan Ends, Emily (Luis) Contreras, Joshua (Holly) Brown, Jacob (Nicole) Brown, Rachel Gullicksen (Whitt Sherrill) and Tanner Gullicksen, her 8 great grandchildren:...

Victoria A. Doyle

Victoria A. Doyle

Jan 29, 2025

VICTORIA A. DOYLE (CHLEBEK)

Age 57 of Frankfort, passed away on Wednesday, January 29th, 2025 at her home in Frankfort. 

Victoria is survived by her loving family, husband, Terrence Doyle, children, Alexandra “Andie” Doyle, Michael “Mickey” Doyle, sibling, Jacalyn “Jackie” (Garrett) Slager, mother in-law, Carole Doyle, sister in-law, Ferne (John) Hillger, brothers in-law, Timothy (Raymie) Doyle, Thomas Pilles, nieces and nephews, Brandon...

Frank Guerra

Frank Guerra

Jan 28, 2025

Frank Guerra 70, of Joliet was born in Chicago, IL. and passed away on January 28, 2025. Loving father of Laura (Tony) Palumbo, Lisa Ivens, Meraiah (Mark) Bernacki, Megan (Christopher) Humann, and Frank (Tiffany) Guerra; proud papa of Austin Davis, Tyler Humann, Kaylie Orlowski, Alexander Humann, Savannah Humann, Caleb Cothard, Lucas Humann, Aubrey Scholp, Harper Scholp, Kinsley Guerra, Mason Bernacki,...

Jennifer A. Mocherek

Jennifer A. Mocherek

Jan 27, 2025

Jennifer Ann Mocherek (nee Matusak)

Age 52 of Tinley Park, IL passed away unexpectedly on Monday, January 27, 2025.

Jennifer was born in Chicago, IL, loving daughter to Mary (nee Zylo) Matusak and the late George Matusak. Beloved wife of the late Anthony Volante; cherished partner to Patrick Beauchamp; dear sister of Katrina Errant, Theresa (Joseph) Pettinato, Michael (Jennifer) Matusak, and Christopher...

Frank J. Charapata

Frank J. Charapata

Jan 26, 2025

Frank J. Charapata

Age 68 of Homer Glen, IL passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 26, 2025, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Frank was born in Hinsdale, IL to the late James W. and Elsie H. (nee Hansen) Charapata. Beloved husband of Georgia (nee Piper) Charapata, loving father of Stacey (Jimmy) Weller and Matthew (Lisa) Charapata, cherished grandfather of...

Rantz A. Bally

Rantz A. Bally

Jan 23, 2025

Rantz Andrew Bally, age 70, of New Lenox passed away with his family and friends at his side January 23, 2025. Beloved Son of Charles R. Bally and Patricia A Bally (Bell) Cherished father to Kelly Bally and Mandy Amato (Bally ) Proud Papa of Helen Gron, Evelyn Amato, Vivian Amato and Jaxson Bally Dearest Brother of Candace (Daniel) Manns...

Donald J. Cuthbert

Donald J. Cuthbert

Jan 21, 2025

Donald J. CuthbertAge 60, of New Lenox, formerly of Riverdale, passed away January 21, 2025, after a battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Donna (Albrecht) Cuthbert, loving father of Jordan Margaret and Andrew Morris (Ruby Verdugo); devoted son of Marlene (nee Hemann) Cuthbert; dear brother of David Cuthbert, Kathy (Les) Christiana; dear brother-in-law of Bonnie Albrecht, Gail Albrecht (Maurice Taylor);...

Kenneth J. Beauvais

Kenneth J. Beauvais

Jan 20, 2025

Kenneth John Beauvais, age 64, of New Lenox, IL, passed away Monday, January 20, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Son of the late Erneste and Beverly (nee Chamberlin) Beauvais, Kenneth was born in Lake Forest, IL. 

Ken was an Eagle Scout, and as an adult remained active in the Order of the Arrow, Scoutings National Honor Society....

Terry Lynn Bednarz

Terry Lynn Bednarz

Jan 17, 2025

Terry Lynn Bednarz 65, of Hollister, MO was born in Chelsea, Massachusetts and passed away unexpectedly January 17, 2025. Loving mother of Jessica (Breanne) Allen, Joshua (Nichole) Bednarz; proud YaYa of Jackson Bednarz; dear sister of Roy Johnson, Vanessa (Tony) Seisser, Scott (Sheila) Johnson; fond aunt of many nieces and nephews, and special niece, Saphira Gabbert. Terry was preceded in...

Janice C. Jansky

Janice C. Jansky

Jan 17, 2025

JANICE C. JANSKY (BROWN)

Age 81 previously of Frankfort and current resident of Marian Village in Homer Glen, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, January 17th, 2025 at RUSH University Medical Center in Chicago. 

Janice is survived by her loving family, husband, Norman Jansky, children, Michael (Karen) Phillips Sr., Norbert (Valerie) Phillips Jr., Brian (Kim) Phillips, step-sons, Kenneth (Julie)...

Mary M. Banik

Mary M. Banik

Jan 15, 2025

Mary M. Banik (nee Isaacs)

Age 82, of Frankfort, Il passed away unexpectedly, Wednesday, January 15th, 2025, surrounded by her family at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, Il. 

Mary was born in Pittsburgh Pa, to the late Alexander E. Isaacs and Mary Isaacs (nee John’s). Beloved wife of the late Paul J. Banik. Mary and Paul met in Pittsburgh, married, moved to...

George E. Egofske

George E. Egofske

Jan 15, 2025

George Egofske, former long-time high school Athletic Director, coach, teacher and mentor in the south suburbs passed away peacefully Wednesday at the age of 93.

Egofske has been recognized at the highest levels in the state of Illinois for his success as a high school athletic administrator, football coach, and as an athlete in his earlier years. 

He served over 40 years...

Thomas J. Terfler

Thomas J. Terfler

Jan 15, 2025

Thomas Terfler, age 78, passed away on Wednesday, January 15, 2025 at Ascension Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet. 

Thomas is survived by his beloved wife, Crystal Terfler; children, Nicole (Timothy) Warchol, Stephen (Patricia) Terfler; grandchildren, Tristan Terfler, Max Warchol, Lauren Warchol, Mitchell Warchol, and Mia Terfler; sister Adrene Terfler; and numerous nieces and nephews. 

He is preceded in death by his...

Irene Panek

Irene Panek

Jan 14, 2025

Irene Panek, 94 of Oak Forest, IL was born in Chicago to the late Bartolomej and Anna Soltis and passed away peacefully on January 14, 2025. Irene is survived by her loving children Gary (Kathleen) Panek, and Lynn (Fred) Shimek; beloved grandchildren Kyle Shimek, Kurtis (Jessica) Shimek, Troy Panek, Katelyn Shimek, and Brandon Panek; cherished great grandchildren Lyle Shimek, Ava...

Judith A. Korzec

Judith A. Korzec

Jan 12, 2025

Judith A. Korzec, age 84, passed away on Sunday, January 12, 2025.

Judith is survived by her loving son Keith (Sarah) Korzec; her sister Joan (late Robert) Rabe; her nieces and nephews, Nicole, Robbie, Mark, Dawn, Butchie, and Cheryl; and great nieces and nephews, Brittney, Declan, Emily, and Keegan and numerous others.

She is preceded in death by her parents, Albert and...

Arlene L. Ehrich

Arlene L. Ehrich

Jan 12, 2025

ARLENE L. EHRICH (WELK) 

Age 87, recent resident of Dade City FL, former longtime resident of Safety Harbor FL and Crete IL, passed away Sunday, January 12th, 2025 at her home in Dade City FL. 

Arlene is survived by her loving family, children, Dawn (Dave) Pelkey, Ross (Roberta) Ehrich, Brad (Roland Beauchemin) Ehrich, Brian (Kyle) Ehrich, Mary Prinkey, former daughter-in-law, Amy (fiancé...

Martin G. Delismon

Martin G. Delismon

Jan 11, 2025

Martin G. Delismon, 80, passed away on Saturday, January 11, 2025. 

Martin, known as Marty, lived a life defined by honor, integrity, and a faithful commitment to serving his country. Raised in Lansing, IL, Marty graduated from T.F. South High School in 1964 before answering the call to serve. He joined the United States Marine Corps and proudly completed two tours...

Barbra A. Noone

Barbra A. Noone

Jan 9, 2025

Barbra A. Noone, 77, of Mokena, passed away on January 9, 2025. Born in Chicago, Barbra was a graduate of St. Mary’s College in Notre Dame, IN, where she met and later married her beloved husband of 54 years, William Noone. She is survived by her husband; children, Colin (Laura) Noone, Megan (Michael) Ford, and Padraic (Melissa) Noone; grandchildren, Matthew,...

Steve J. Magee

Steve J. Magee

Jan 8, 2025

STEVE J. MAGEE

Steve passed away Wednesday morning January 8th at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, Il.

Steven “Steve” Jon Magee was born on January 29, 1964, in Madison Wisconsin. Son of Gary Magee and Tana (Knutson) Palmer. Steve spent his childhood in both Oregon and Stoughton Wisconsin. He had a special bond with Philayne and Tom Chose whom he resided...

Wilma May Teneyuca

Wilma May Teneyuca

Jan 7, 2025

Teneyuca, Wilma May nee Willett, 92, of Steger, IL passed away Jan. 7, 2025. She is survived by her children: Florence Malacina of Cedar Lake, IN, Celestino Jr. Teneyuca of Crete, IL and Rickey (Pam) Teneyuca of Momence, IL; cherished grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great-grandmother of many. Wilma was preceded in death by her beloved husband Celestino “Poncho” Teneyuca in 2014...

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