Obituaries

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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Lynne A. Dilorenzo

Lynne A. Dilorenzo

Jun 9, 2019

Lynne A. DiLorenzo (Centers) 73, a longtime resident of Frankfort, passed away on Sunday June 9, 2019. Loving wife of Joseph DiLorenzo; beloved mother of the late Joseph DiLorenzo, late John Blackstone, Stephen Blackstone and Douglas Blackstone; dearest daughter of Francis Paaren and the late Bert Centers; fond sister of Brent (Phyllis) Centers, Gail Parson, Bruce Centers, late Bret Centers,...

Sandra E. Karpavicius

Sandra E. Karpavicius

Jun 9, 2019

Sandra E. Karpavicius (nee Edwards) 77, of New Lenox, formerly of Chicago passed away Sunday, June 9, 2019. Sandra was born in Chicago to the late Louis and Lillian Edwards. Loving mother of Lisa (Mark) Sikorski, Scott (late Lira) Karpavicius, and Michael Karpavicius; cherished grandmother of Ericka Rodriguez, Elizabeth Zurales, Christopher Karpavicius, and Nicholas Karpavicius; dear sister of Wylene (late...

Anna Marie "Nancy" Zander

Anna Marie "Nancy" Zander

Jun 8, 2019

Anna Marie “Nancy” Duffy Zander (nee Hounihan) Anna Marie (Nancy) Zander peacefully departed this earth on June 8 in the home of her youngest son Pat and his wife, who had lovingly cared for her during the last nine years as her health declined. Nancy entered this world on May 23, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois to the joy of her...

Dr. C. Dawn Zibricky

Dr. C. Dawn Zibricky

Jun 8, 2019

Dr. C. Dawn Goehl-Zibricky, Age 55, passed away on June 8, 2019 surrounded by family at her home in New Lenox, Il. Dawn was born on March 1, 1964 in Quincy, Il. She married the love of her life, Gregory M. Zibricky, on March 19, 1988. She is survived by two sons Aaron and Ben. In addition to her husband...

Richard E. Rossio Sr.

Richard E. Rossio Sr.

Jun 6, 2019

RICHARD E. ROSSIO, SR. Age 77, of Lockport, passed away Thursday, June 6th, 2019 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice House in Joliet. Richard is survived by his loving family, wife, Laura Rossio (Fox), children, Richard (Adrienne) Rossio Jr., Timothy (Pamela) Rossio, Tammie (Barry) Hardrick, Terry (Dawn) Rossio, siblings, Mary Tazelaar, Michael (Paula) Rossio, Joseph (Linda) Rossio, sisters-in-law, Denise Rossio,...

Clifton A. Payne

Clifton A. Payne

Jun 2, 2019

CLIFTON A. PAYNE Age 81, of Lockport, passed away Sunday, June 2nd, 2019 at the Lemont Center in Lemont. Clifton is survived by his loving family, children, Robert Payne, Karen (John) Stair, Matthew (Chris) Payne, 13 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Clifton was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence & Marie Payne (Wochna), wife, Diana...

William E. Schader

William E. Schader

Jun 2, 2019

WILLIAM E. SCHADER Age 71, longtime resident of Lockport, passed away Sunday, June 2nd, 2019 at his home in Lockport. Bill is survived by his loving family, wife, Pat Schader (McNelis), daughters, Erin Buchmayer, Lizzi (Tim) Linse, grandchildren, Killian Kielb, Kierin Buchmayer, brother-in-law, Jim (Joleta) McNelis, sister-in-law, Dot (Don) Vander Beke, nieces and nephews, Shannon St Pierre, Renee Stolzenberger, Ryan...

Joanne Margaret Dempsey

Joanne Margaret Dempsey

Jun 1, 2019

Joanne Margaret Dempsey Age 82, a resident of Frankfort, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2019. Beloved sister of Clare (nee Kilroy), Joseph (Marie), Edward (Nancy), late Therese (nee Skorski), late Sandra (nee Nowaczyk), and late Catherine (nee Riggs); dear aunt to many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and...

Glen E. Skonicki

Glen E. Skonicki

Jun 1, 2019

Glen E. Skonicki 47, of New Lenox formerly of Hazel Crest, passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 1, 2019. Loving husband of Kathrynne M. Skonicki (Braun); beloved father of Angela, Kathrynne and David Skonicki; dearest son of the late David and Christine (Zebrowski) Skonicki; cherished brother of the late Paula Skonicki and Timothy Skonicki; dear brother-in-law of Jennifer (Michael) Denton,...

Robert R.  Wise

Robert R. Wise

May 30, 2019

Robert R. Wise 73, of Tinley Park formerly of New Lenox and Dolton, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2019. Loving father of Raymond Wise; beloved brother of the late April (David) Devone, Ronnie (Doug) Bracken and Julie Moreno; dearest uncle of Sean (Jody) Dawe and Angie (Chuck) Brown. Robert was a retired volunteer Fireman and EMT in Dolton, a...

Ulish "Shep" Sheppard

Ulish "Shep" Sheppard

May 29, 2019

Ulish “Shep” Sheppard 72 of Lockport, IL, passed away suddenly on May 29, 2019 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, IL. He was born July 15, 1946 to Fred and Ethel Sheppard. Shep retired from Caterpillar in Joliet, IL. Surviving are his wife, Patricia (McCartney) Sheppard, sons; Michael (Janette) Sheppard and Christopher (Melissa) Sheppard; a daughter Heather (Adam) Gier;...

Linda Ann Teerling

Linda Ann Teerling

May 28, 2019

Linda Ann Teerling (Ganzel) 77, of Homer Glen, passed away surrounded by her family on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 . Loving wife of the late Samuel Teerling, Jr., beloved mother of Janet (Jim) Teerling Fender, Lydia (George) Janacek and William (Kristine) Teerling, cherished grandma of Jamie (Anthony) Vaccaro, Samantha Janacek, Danielle Janacek, Samuel Teerling and Amanda Teerling; dearest great grandma...

Dawn E. Simmons

Dawn E. Simmons

May 27, 2019

DAWN E. SIMMONS Age 48, of Lisle, passed away Monday, May 27th, 2019 in New Lenox. Dawn is survived by her loving family, parents, Diane (Larry) Paveza, James (Barbara) Simmons, brother, Jeffrey (Marilyn) Simmons, niece Jennifer (Matthew) Emberson and many friends. Dawn had a love for the arts and especially enjoyed photography and music. Family will receive friends Friday, May...

Peggy G. Woodard

Peggy G. Woodard

May 26, 2019

Peggy Gale Woodard, age 67, passed into the arms of Jesus on Sunday, May 26, 2019 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lennox. Peggy was of the Baptist Faith. She was born on February 27, 1952 in Anna, Illinois to Russell L. Woodard and Mary Ann Woodard. Peggy graduated from Dongola High School in 1969. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree...

Karen  J. Miller

Karen J. Miller

May 26, 2019

Karen Jean Miller (nee Eastwood) Age 66, a resident of New Lenox, passed away on Sunday, May 25, 2019. Karen is survived by her devoted husband of 46 years William F. Miller; and her loving children Jennifer (Scott) Airato and Christopher (Hollie) Miller; cherished grandmother of Isabella, Emerson and Quentin Airato and Henry and Harper Miller; dear sister of Linda...

Michael A. Labriola

Michael A. Labriola

May 26, 2019

Michael Angelo Labriola 78, of Frankfort passed away Sunday, May 26, 2019 at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox. Michael was born Angelo Michael Labriola in Ripacandida, Italy to the late Pasquale and Lucia (Turtura) Labriola. Beloved husband of Giuseppina (nee D’Adamo); loving father of Gloria Labriola-O’Cain and Maximilian Labriola; cherished grandfather of Trinity, Matea, and Piper Labriola and Kadence and...

Rosmaree E. Peterman

Rosmaree E. Peterman

May 24, 2019

Rosmaree Elizabeth Peterman (nee Bacigalupi) 90, of Romeoville passed away Friday, May 24, 2019 at her home. Rosmaree was born in Chicago to the late William M. and Gertrude (nee Gottmer) Bacigalupi. Loving mother of James, Cheryl (Bob) Smith, Mike, Jeffrey, Terry, and Randy (Kim Motta-Mitchell); cherished grandmother of 13 and great grandmother of 9; dear sister of the late...

Marcella V. Delnegro

Marcella V. Delnegro

May 23, 2019

Marcella V. Delnegro (nee Loeb), 92, formerly of Tinley Park and Flossmoor, passed away on May 23, 2019 at Beecher Manor. Marcella is survived by her loving family: children: Dennis (Pam) Delnegro, Janice (Greg) Fryklund, Michael (Joanne) Delnegro, Nancy (Tom) Winder, Annette (Don) Skafgaard, James (Theresa Rooney) Delnegro, grandchildren, Jonathan Delnegro, David Delnegro, Robert Delnegro, Jennifer Delnegro, Katie (Matt) Ostrowski,...

James  R. Yurko, Sr.

James R. Yurko, Sr.

May 22, 2019

James R. Yurko, Sr., 64, of Frankfort, passed away at Joliet Area Community Hospice on May 22, 2019. He is survived by his loving family: wife, Joyce Yurko, sons: James R. Yurko , Jr. of Tinley Park and Kevin (Stacy) Reutter of Frankfort; grandchildren: Brenden and Austin Reutter; Siblings: Sandy (Bill) Kelchner of Country Club Hills, George (late Yvonne) Yurko...

Charles G.  Cooper

Charles G. Cooper

May 22, 2019

Charlie G. Cooper Age 15, a resident of New Lenox, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 22, 2019. Beloved son of Charles Cooper and Bobbi Zuidema; cherished grandson of George Zuidema; treasured nephew of Kelly (Frank) Suppes, Bill (Sheila) Cooper, Susan (Brian) West, Carolyn (Steve) Kamp, Brenda (Rick) Ostapovich, Kristen (Sean) Byrt, Darcy Drew and Dan Drew; also survived by...