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Robert John Trodden
Oct 15, 2018
Robert J. Trodden, 87, of Tinley Park, formerly of Chicago’s South Shore neighborhood, passed away on Oct. 15, 2018. He is survived by his loving family: children: Lisa (Michael) Donahue of Bradley, and Scott (Deanna Blatt) Trodden of Tinley Park; granddaughter: Nicole Pratl of Bradley and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his wife Phyllis nee...
Delores Helsel
Oct 14, 2018
DELORES HELSEL (MERRELL) Age, 84 of Frankfort, former longtime resident of Steger, passed away Sunday, October 14th, 2018 at her home in Frankfort. Delores is survived by her loving family, children, Joe (Michele) Helsel, Kathy Helsel-Peternell, David (Ann) Helsel, daughter-in-law, Christine (David) Taylor, brother, Bill (Grace) Merrell, grandchildren, Amber (Jeff) Coates, Mandy (Adam Schoff) Helsel, Joshua Helsel, Joseph Helsel, Stephen...
Georgia A. Madden
Oct 14, 2018
Georgia A. Madden (nee Ireland) 72, passed away Sunday, October 14, 2018. Georgia was born in Wyoming, IA to the late George and Iva Alberta (nee Starry) Ireland. Loving mother of Teresa (Richard) Potocki; cherished grandmother of Kristin and Rick Potocki; dear sister of Kay (late Raymond) Momsen, the late Russell (Bert) Ireland, late Stewart (Edith) Ireland, half brother Richard...
Joan L. Clark
Oct 13, 2018
Joan L. Clark October 13, 2018 On Saturday, October 13, 2018, Joan L. Clark, loving wife, mother, grandmother and friend went to be with the Lord at the age of 83. Joan was born, October 19, 1934 in Chicago, IL to John and Marnella (Scalise) Overholt. She received her degree in drama from Mundelein College in 1955. Anyone who knew...
George V. Harris
Oct 11, 2018
GEORGE V. HARRIS Age, 50 of Monee, passed away Thursday, October 11th, 2018 at his home in Monee. George is survived by his loving family, wife, Linda Harris (Brenza), mother, Sally Harris (Pusateri), children, Jeremy Harris, Nicole Harris, sister, Kathleen (Frank) Mungo, niece & nephews, Connor Reno, Logan Reno, Ava Mungo and Frankie Mungo. George was preceded in death by...
Theresa C. "Tess" "Thea" Keegan
Oct 11, 2018
Theresa C. “Tess” “Thea” Keegan (Muehlbauer) Age 88, lifelong resident of Lockport, passed away on Thursday, October 11, 2018. Beloved wife of 63 years to the love of her life the late Gene Keegan; survived by the greatest joys of her life her children: Carol (Jim) Dvorchak, Debra (Ira Barry) Keegan, Jim (Martha) Keegan, Tom (Gail) Keegan, Bob Keegan, and...
Toni M. "Cool Beans" Lopez
Oct 9, 2018
Toni M. “Cool Beans” Lopez Age 58 passed away on Tuesday, October 9, 2018. Loving mother of Jamie (Jason) Maurella, Nicholas Huntington, and Joseph (Amber Lavizzo) Huntington; beloved daughter of Anthony Sr. (Linda) Lopez and Nancy (Tom Mcardle) Swiszcz; cherished grandmother of Gino, Toni, Jordan, and Jo Jo; dear sister of Leanne Lopez, Tony Jr. (Juanita) Lopez, Dr. David (Vivianna)...
Florence S. Spencer
Oct 6, 2018
Florence S. Spencer (nee Schwab) Passed away peacefully at 100 years of age on Saturday, October 6, 2018 in St. George, Utah. Florence was born in Joliet to the late Henry and Josephine (nee Welz) Schwab. Beloved wife of the late Herbert Spencer; loving mother of Cliff (Debbie), Lynn (Gary) Donisch, and Arlene (Mark) Laraway; cherished grandmother of Brooke (Josh)...
Charlotte M. Moran
Oct 6, 2018
Charlotte M. Moran (Hellerman) Age 87, of Frankfort formerly of Elwood and Country Club Hills passed away Saturday, October 6, 2018. Charlotte is survived by her loving family; children Kathryn (Donald) Johnson, Susan Clark and Terrence (Karen) Moran, Jr.; grandchildren Erik Johnson, Stefanie (George) Moyle, Christopher Clark, Patrick Clark, Lauren (Donald) Turley, Ryan Moran, Craig Moran and Matthew Moran; great...
Margaret Rose Dykstra
Oct 5, 2018
Margaret Rose Dykstra (Woodend) Age 103, of Frankfort formerly of New Lenox, Chicago and Granville passed away Friday, October 4, 2018. Margaret is survived by her loving family; son Philip (Sharon) MacFarlane; step son Gilbert (Marilyn) Dykstra; daughter-in-law Charlene MacFarlane; grandchildren Scott (Kerri) MacFarlane, Amy (Shane) Scott, Denise (Dave) McLellan, Debbie (Mike) Kozal and Gilbert (Val) Dykstra, Jr.; grandchildren Jack,...
Charles Edward Hart
Oct 5, 2018
Charles Edward Hart, age 62, of Lake Village, IN, formerly of Mokena and Joliet, passed away on Friday, October 5, 2018. He is survived by his loving family; mother Dorothy Hart; children Christine Hart, Charles (Ai) Hart, Joseph Hart and Tanya Hart; siblings Anita (Art) Lake and Dennis Hart; grandchildren Kyle Hart, Adam Hart, Kevin Hart, Lillian Crutchfield and Kai...
Lois L. Hatz
Oct 1, 2018
Lois Leona Hatz (Johnson) Age 93, a resident of Morris, passed away on Monday, October 1, 2018. Beloved wife of the late James Andrew Hatz; loving mother of Donald (Melanie) Hatz and Linda Faye Rogers; cherished grandmother of James (Mary) Hatz, Jeffrey (Annette) Hatz, David (Angela) Hatz, Deborah (Steve) Ludvigsen, Diane Hatz, Denver (Beth) Fisher, Barbara (Mark) McDermott, and Melissa...
James Zerlentes
Sep 30, 2018
James Zerlentes, age 54, a resident of Chicago formerly of Oak Lawn, passed away on Sunday, September 30, 2018. Beloved son of the late John and late Bessie (Spanos) Zerlentes; Loving brother of Kristi (late Erich) Spengler; cherished uncle of Emily Spengler and Lauren Spengler; dearest Godson of Bill and Irene Karopoulos; loving nephew, cousin, and many friends. and Oreo...
Grant R. Anderson
Sep 29, 2018
Grant Anderson Grant R. Anderson, age 71, of New Lenox, Illinois, passed away surrounded by his loving family on Saturday, September 29, 2018 at St. Joseph's Hospital in Joliet, Illinois. Grant was born in Chicago, Illinois October 18, 1946 to George and Rhea (nee Grant) Anderson; His beloved wife, Pauline (nee Di Paolo) Anderson, whom he married on March 9,...
Donald R. Bullock
Sep 29, 2018
Donald R. Bullock Age 86, of Peotone, born August 17, 1932 In Albion, IL passed away Saturday, September 29, 2018 at The Cottages of New Lenox. Donald is survived by his loving family, daughters, Debbie (David) Smit, Cindy (Gary) Fowler, grandchildren, Terina (Al) Taylor, Douglas (Kristen) Smit, Tabatha (Adam) Gordon, Dawn (Jim) Barrett, Michelle (Zach) Montpetit, great grandchildren, Zackary, Avery,...
Douglas R. Stewart
Sep 28, 2018
Douglas R. Stewart 57, of New Lenox, passed away peacefully on Friday, September 28, 2018 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home. Doug was born in Lodi, CA to the late David and Evelynn (nee Rea) Stewart. Beloved husband of Tammy (nee Davis); loving father of Adam, Cassie (Tim) Evans, and Ryan; cherished “Papa” of Connor and Shane Evans; dear brother...
Gloria M. Karrels
Sep 28, 2018
Gloria Mae Karrels, age 82, formerly of Frankfort, Illinois, passed on to eternal life surrounded by her loving family on Friday, September 28, 2018 at her home in Mokena. She was born in Scottsbluff, Nebraska on October 14, 1935 to Olof and Ann (nee Green) Hallstrom. Her beloved husband, Ronald J. Karrels, whom she married on January 22, 1955 at...
Jacob "Jake Possemato" Poehler
Sep 28, 2018
JACOB “JAKE POSSEMATO” POEHLER July 16, 1992 – September 28, 2018 After a lifelong struggle, Jake lost his battle with BiPolar Depression. Despite his battle, he lived a life full of adventure- skiing, traveling and for many years drifting his beloved yellow S14 Nissan. He was a lover of the great outdoors, and his best dog friend, Hana. Most recently,...
Haskel C. Bohannon
Sep 27, 2018
Haskel C. Bohannon Age 91, a longtime resident of Mokena, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2018. Loving husband of Mary Bohannon (Smith); beloved father of Michael Bohannon and Lois (Michael) Brashler; dearest brother of Louise Bohannon and the late Frank Dewey Bohannon; cherished grandfather of Shannon (Adam) Phillips, Jason (Andrea) Brashler and Laura Brashler; dear great grandfather of Elliot,...
Donald R. Payne, Sr.
Sep 27, 2018
DONALD R. PAYNE, SR. Age 73, of New Lenox, passed away, Thursday, September 27th , 2018 at his home in New Lenox. Donald is survived by his loving family, children, Freda (Wyman) Markle, Edward (Jodie) Payne, siblings, Rosie, Mildred, Patsy, grandchildren, Christopher, Aaron, Samantha, Seth, Shyanne, Spencer Ray, numerous nieces, nephews, close neighbors and loving friends, Linda Bruck, Josephine Bruck,...
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