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Nick Skentzos
Mar 18, 2025
Nick Skentzos, aged 54, of New Lenox, Illinois, passed away on March 18 2025. Born on January 3, 1971, in Greece, Nick brought joy and love to all who knew him throughout his journey in life.
For 12 years, Nick dedicated himself as a delivery driver for Ashland Propane, where he was known for his hardworking nature and commitment to his...
Joyce Ann Hollatz
Dec 25, 2024
Joyce Ann Hollatz (nee Carroll)
Age 95, a lifelong resident of the New Lenox/ Joliet area passed away December 25, 2024.
Joyce was born in Joliet, IL to the late Howard and Elsie (nee Holman) Carroll. Beloved wife of the late Lawrence W. Hollatz, DDS; loving mother of the late Lawrence F. (Alice Fernandez) Hollatz, the late Mark (Libby) Hollatz, and Lisa...
Steven W. Gossett
Mar 6, 2025
Steven William Gossett
Age 66 of New Lenox passed away after a prolonged illness on Thursday, March 6, 2025. Steven was born in Joliet, IL to Joan (nee Fitzgerald) and the late William D. Gossett.
Beloved son of Joan and the late William; loving father of Christine (Matt Duncan) Fletcher and Tammy Fletcher; cherished grandfather of Emma’Lee Fletcher, Austin Delawder, and Kaylee...
Donna A. M. Lang
Mar 28, 2025
DONNA A.M. LANG
Age 46, of Mokena, passed away Friday, March 28th, 2025 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.
Donna is survived by her loving family, mother, Char Lang (Barnwell), significant other, David Guerra, siblings, Tim Lang, Tami (John) Mattson and eight nieces and nephews.
Donna was preceded in death by her father, Bill Lang and son, William A. Guerra.
Donna was a...
Jan A. Hendrickson
Mar 28, 2025
Jan Adaire Hendrickson
Jan Adaire Hendrickson went to be with God after living with chronic illness on Friday, March 28, 2025. Jan was born in Chicago, IL to Gerald John and Adaire Ann (Spittal) Hendrickson on January 4, 1969. Jan was a happy, healthy baby, adored by her parents and three sisters. At the age of one, a medical error changed...
Bessie Hovi
Mar 28, 2025
Bessie Hovi 87, of Joliet Illinois was born in Lowassi, MO to the late Anas and Elvira Nichols and passed away March 28, 2025. Beloved wife of Edward Hovi; loving mother of the late Tamra (Kevin) Conway, Scott (Charity) Hoffman, and Michael (Mary Olczyk) Hoffman; proud grandmother of Greg Conway, Heather Conway, Jennifer Conway, Kevin Conway Jr., Brianne Conway, Lindsey...
Toben A. Viehweg
Mar 26, 2025
TOBEN A. VIEHWEG
Age 63, of Frankfort, passed away Wednesday, March 26th, 2025 at Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights.
Toben is survived by his loving family, wife, Tracie Viehweg (Swann), children, Tara (Nathan) Jungels, Zachary (fiancée Carly Norman) Viehweg, siblings, Stephan (Jan) Viehweg, Jaime (Emily) Viehweg, Wayne (Silke) Viehweg, nieces and nephews, Bryce, Blaire, Kendall, Sydney, Rachel Amber and Cody.
Toben was...
Gloria Jean Roesing
Mar 23, 2025
Gloria J. Roesing 84, of New Lenox, IL was born in Chicago to the late Auten "Bob" and Beatrice Hubbard and passed away on March 23, 2025. Loving mother of Robert Roesing, Ronald (fiance Christine Alaniz) Roesing, and Richard (Kristina) Roesing; proud grandma of Christina, Jason and Isabella; great grandma of Anthony, Otis, and Mary Jane; dear sister of Ethel...
Ann Marie Bukowski
Mar 21, 2025
Ann Marie Bukowski, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on March 21, 2025, at Sunny Hill Nursing Home in Joliet, Illinois. She was born on November 27, 1935, in Calumet City, Illinois. She was a proud alumnus of St. Mary’s College. She lived a life dedicated to her family, faith and community.
Ann Marie shared 46 years...
Peter G. Beck
Mar 20, 2025
PETER G. BECK
Age 90, of Frankfort and South Holland, passed away Thursday, March 20th, 2025 at StoryPoint Bolingbrook.
Peter is survived by his loving family, children, Michael (Anne O’Byrne) Beck, Marty (Margie) Beck, Mark (Judi) Beck, brother, George Beck, grandchildren, Sophia Beck, Erin (Jessica Kalvaitis) Beck, Jennifer (John) Kizorek, Kelly (Brian Matkovic) Beck, Karl (Jessica) Beck, Adeline Beck, Kateri Beck, PJ...
Kenneth Eugene Pownall
Mar 19, 2025
Kenneth Eugene Pownall, a dedicated husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on March 19, 2025, in Herrick, Illinois, at the age of 76. Born on August 17, 1948, Ken began his life surrounded by many cousins and friends. He eagerly embraced his childhood growing up in Mowequa and as a child he enjoyed being a Central Illinois farm boy...
Carmin Samuel Perry
Mar 19, 2025
Carmin Samuel Perry of South Holland, IL, passed away at the age of 93 on March 19, 2025 at Baptist Hospital in Paducah, KY surrounded by his family. He is survived by his three daughters: Debra (Larry) Formentini of St. John, IN; Mary (Derick) Love of Bloomington, IL ; and Phyllis (Phil) Panici of Paducah, KY; Proud grandfather of ten,...
Gerda P. Beck
Mar 19, 2025
GERDA P. BECK (MOOG)
Age 84, of Frankfort and South Holland, passed away Wednesday, March 19th, 2025 at StoryPoint Bolingbrook.
Gerda is survived by her loving family, husband, Peter G. Beck, children, Michael (Anne O’Byrne) Beck, Marty (Margie) Beck, Mark (Judi) Beck, grandchildren, Sophia Beck, Erin (Jessica Kalvaitis) Beck, Jennifer (John) Kizorek, Kelly (Brian Matkovic) Beck, Karl (Jessica) Beck, Adeline Beck, Kateri...
Anne Marie Whited
Mar 18, 2025
Anne M. Whited (nee Hohmeier)
Age 83 of Tinley Park passed away Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Anne was born in Franklin Park, IL to the late Frank C. Hohmeier and Lorraine (nee Olsen) Hohmeier. Beloved wife of Patrick J. Whited; loving mother of Patrick (Ruth) Whited, Kevin (Susan) Whited, Thomas (Karen Sawinski) Whited, Gregory...
Charles B. Dionne
Mar 18, 2025
Charles B. Dionne
“Chuck”
Age 65 of Elwood passed away at 5:14 am on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL. Chuck was born in Chicago Heights, IL to the late Duane Dionne and the late Geraldine (nee Siebert) (late Ernest) Woolsey.
Loving father of Kellie (Tony) Brooks, Edward (Liz) Dionne, Matthew (fiancée Brittany Perna) Dionne, Colleen (Christian) Castro, and...
Elizabeth M. DeGroot
Mar 15, 2025
Elizabeth M. DeGroot 97, of New Lenox was born in Brunssum Netherlands to the late Hendrik and Johanna Doensen and passed away March 15, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Klaas DeGroot; loving mother of Johanna (Timothy) Gallagher; proud gramma of William Frederiksen, and the late Thomas Frederiksen; cherished great gramma of Amanda, Amber, Gage, Justin, and Austin; dear sister...
Christine Becker
Mar 13, 2025
Christine Becker (Nee Stransenback)
December 5, 1945 – March 13, 2025
Christine Becker, 79, left this world on March 13, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Born on December 5, 1945, in Wenona, Illinois—a place that always remained close to her heart—Christine lived a life defined by love, kindness, and devotion to others.
For 56 years, she was the beloved wife of Walter,...
James Robert Lindberg
Mar 13, 2025
James Robert Lindberg, age 89, passed away on March 13, 2025 at John H. Stoger Jr. Hospital in Chicago.
James is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Barbara Lindberg, Children; James Lindberg, Erin (Daniel) Doyle, Thomas (Michelle) Lindberg, Anne Lindberg, Grandchildren; Steven (Mindy), Jamie (Anthony), Allison, Neil, Stephanie, Nicholas, Liam, Nathan
Jim was a proud husband, father of his 4...
James A. Isbell
Mar 12, 2025
JAMES A. ISBELL
Age 80, of Frankfort, passed away Wednesday, March 12th, 2025 at Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights.
James is survived by his loving family, son, Raymond (Amy) Isbell, grandchildren, Charley Rose Isbell, Hank Ryan Isbell and sister in-law Patti Johnson.
James was preceded in death by his parents, Artis & Verna Mae Isbell (Shockley), wife, Joyce Isbell (Johnson), brother, Joe...
Stanley J. Macek
Mar 9, 2025
Stanley J. (Stan) Macek March 6, 1934 – March 9, 2025 devoted husband for 65 years, deceased Barbara C. Macek (Glowacki). Survived by his loving children and fondly known as “Our Dad” by David (Kristi), Dan (Kim) and Connie Wilcosky (Tom); grandfather of ten, Christopher (Michelle), Trevor, Paige, Michael, Cooper, and Rachel Macek; Teage (Dan) Hasselbring, Jacob (Jordan), Bennett and...
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