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Yasuo Nakayama
Mar 24, 2024
Dr. Yasuo Nakayama, DDSAge 79, of New Lenox, IL, formerly of Chicago, IL, passed away Sunday, March 24, 2024, at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, IL. with his loving family by his side. Yasuo was born in Kurashiki City, Japan to the late Takao and Toshiko (nee Sumida) Nakayama. Husband of Jan (nee Bartlett) Nakayama; loving father of Naomi...
Kevin P. O'Hara
Mar 21, 2024
Kevin Patrick O’Hara
“Uncle Kev”
Age 55 of Joliet, IL passed away on Thursday March 21, 2024, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL with his loving family at his side.
Kevin was born in Joliet, IL to the late William and Patricia (nee Hicks) O’Hara and was a lifelong resident. Beloved brother of his devoted siblings, William (Marlyn) O’Hara, Eileen (Bob) Stroud,...
Albert R. Zableckis
Mar 21, 2024
Age 77, of Mokena passed away Thursday, March 21st, 2024 at St. James Hospital in Olympia Fields.
Albert is survived by his loving family, wife, Diana Zableckis (Billman), children, Kathrine Giuseffi, Donald (Tracey) Zableckis, Timothy (Susan) Zableckis, Jodi (Bryce) Lang, grandchildren, Anthony Giuseffi, Peyton Giuseffi, Christopher Rehak, Justin Zableckis, Kelsey Gembala, Camerron Gembala, Kendra Gembala, Colten Zableckis and great grandson Jaxson...
Michael O'Neil
Mar 18, 2024
Michael O’Neil, age 68, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by his wife and children on Monday, March 18, 2024. Michael is survived by his loving wife, Debra (nee Matas) O’Neil; his children, Jennifer O’Neil, Michael (Beth)O’Neil Jr. and Matthew (Jill) O’Neil; grandchildren, Tyler, Sandra, Madalynn, Ashley, Delanie, Caiden, Liam, Michael III, Caitlin, Aubree, and Matthew Jr.; great-grandchildren, Lily and Brooks; his sister Judy Morgan; and numerous nieces...
Lawrence R. Kuczek
Mar 17, 2024
Lawrence R. Kuczek, age 83, passed away on Sunday, March 17, 2024 at his home in New Lenox.
He is survived of his beloved wife of 60 years, Connie (nee Buonaiuto) Kuczek; children, Kenneth (Cathy) Kuczek, and Nancy (John) Kukulka; and his grandchildren, Katie, Megan, Zach, and Maddie.
Lawrence is preceded in death by his parents, Stanley and Florence Kuczek.
Lawrence was an incredibly wonderful man who was...
Joyce L. Basile
Mar 16, 2024
Joyce L. Basile, age 82, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 16, 2024 surrounded by family.
Joyce is survived by her beloved husband David Basile; children, Sandy (Pete) Bolsoni, David (Carole) Basile, and Diane (Larry) Kamien; sister, Patricia (Bob) Galvin; her grandchildren, Jackie (Paul) Kinsella, Jessica (Jeff) Harris, Kristina Bolosni, Nicole Basile, Ashley (Nathan) Oliver, David (fiancé Dannie Hiller)...
George Perry
Mar 16, 2024
George Perry, a lifelong resident of Chicago’s south suburbs and an advertising and marketing professional for more than 60 years, peacefully passed away on Saturday, March 16. After honorably serving in the United State Coast Guard, he began his professional career as an advertising representative for the Harvey Tribune. After that newspaper was merged with Star Publications, Mr. Perry would...
Michele L. Gill
Mar 15, 2024
Michele Lucille Gill, age 70, passed away peacefully at home in New Lenox on Friday, March 15, 2024.
Michele is survived by her loving children, Meagan (Wayne), Hannah (Kevin), and Harley (Marianne); her grandchildren Mariah, Aliyah, Samantha, Tyler, Michael, Damian, Nadia, Rory, Sawyer, Shilo, and Saoirse; and her sister Suzi (Gary) and numerous nieces and nephews. She is preceded in death...
David M. Zielke
Mar 14, 2024
DAVID M. ZIELKE
Age 75, of Orland Park passed away Thursday, March 14th, 2024.
David is survived by his loving family, wife of 51 years Cathy Zielke (Weiher), children, Nick (Susie) Zielke, Natalie (Ryan) Nicely, grandchildren, Ava Zielke, Kurt Zielke, Avery Nicely and Harper Nicely.
David was preceded in death by his parents,...
Claudia Jean Kasper
Mar 14, 2024
Claudia Jean Kasper, age 72, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 14, 2024.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Richard Kasper; siblings, Kim Tenney and John Tenney; brother-in-law David Kasper; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.
Claudia is preceded in death by her parents, John and Sophia Tenney; and her in-laws, Ann and Anthony Kasper.
Services for Claudia will begin on Wednesday,...
James S. Hargarten II
Mar 13, 2024
James S. Hargarten II
Age 52 of Chicago and more recently of New Lenox, IL passed away suddenly on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Jim was born in Chicago, IL to Nancy (nee O’Neal) and the late James S. Hargarten Sr. He is survived by his mother Nancy, his fiancé Kristina Lewandowski, and her daughter...
Karen Lea Severson
Mar 12, 2024
Karen Lea Severson,
Age 70, of Frankfort, passed away Tuesday, March 12th, 2024 at her home in Frankfort. Karen is survived by her loving family, siblings, Patty (Jim) Elkow, and Pete Severson, sister-in-law Donna Severson, nieces and nephews, Laura (Jamie) Holmes, Rachel (Andrew) Severson, Christopher (Lauren) Severson, Gus (Anneli) Olofsson, Jon (Lauren) Olofsson, Derek Severson, Steve Elkow, Nathan (Erika) Elkow, Peter...
Margaret "Peggy" Rajca
Mar 11, 2024
Margaret “Peggy” Rajca
Age 81, of Tinley Park formerly of South Holland passed away Monday, March 11, 2024 at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL. Peggy was born in Chicago, IL to the late James P. and Evelyn M. (nee Dineen) Burke. Beloved wife of the late Robert S. Rajca; loving mother of Carrie (Robert) Silverman, Bill (Leslie) Rajca, and Ronda (Jerry)...
Nathan L. Yurgin
Mar 10, 2024
Nathan Leigh Yurgin went to his heavenly home on Sunday, March 10, 2024. He was a beloved husband, wonderful father, cherished Grampy, and favorite uncle. He was loved by so many in his 81 years and his passing was unexpected.
Nathan, who also went by his middle name, Leigh, was born in Chicago, IL to the late Constance...
Betty Jane Kadich
Mar 9, 2024
Betty Jane Kadich (nee Young) 92, was born in Chicago on April 1, 1931 to the late Clifford and Agnes Young and passed away March 9, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Vincent M. Kadich; loving mother of Michael (Melissa) Kadich, Kathleen Kadich, Maureen (Fred) Schwer, Laurie (Gene) Borkowski, Kristina (Jim) Thompson and Cyndy (Mark) Huntrods; dearest grandmother of 24;...
Margaret M. "Marge" Migler
Mar 9, 2024
Margaret M. Migler “Marge”, age 81. Late of Mokena, IL., formerly of the East Side. Passed away on March 9, 2024. Beloved wife of Don Migler for 59 years. Loving mother of Don (Danielle) Migler, Margie Malkowski, and Tim (Mary Beth) Migler. Devoted grandmother of Joey, Colin, and Tommy. Dearest sister of Thomas (Kathy) Mangan. Fond aunt of many nieces...
Jacqueline A. Gaskins
Mar 9, 2024
Jacqueline A. Gaskins Age 86, a resident of Frankfort, Illinois since 1976, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, March 9, 2024. She is preceded in death in 2020 by her beloved husband, Richard Gaskins, who was her high school sweetheart, the love of her life and best friend. She is survived by her loving daughters Victoria (late...
Howard R. Norberg
Mar 8, 2024
HOWARD R. NORBERG
Age 92, passed away Friday, March 8th, 2024 at his home in New Lenox.
Howard is survived by his loving family, children, Tim Norberg, Judy Norberg, Tom (Kathy) Norberg, Jill (Ken) Siwinski, grandchildren, Lindsey (Pat) Norberg-Fellers, Lauren Norberg, Marja (Patrick) Cullen, Kyle (Amy) Siwinski, Jake (Ashley) Siwinski, great grandchildren,...
Lyndean L. Brick
Mar 7, 2024
Lyndean Brick, seven weeks shy of her 65th birthday, of Frankfort, Illinois, beloved wife, mother, attorney, and nationally-recognized healthcare advocate, died Thursday morning, March 7th, following a long, courageous battle with sarcoma.
She was the founder and CEO of Advis, Inc., a leading healthcare consulting firm active in 42 states. She served as Chair of the Illinois Hospital Licensing Board...
Kelly Ann Jarigese
Mar 7, 2024
KELLY ANN JARIGESE
Age 40, of Frankfort passed away Thursday, March 7th, 2024.
Kelly is survived by her loving family, children, Aubry Haack, Jayden Jarigese, parents, Michael and Deborah Jarigese, grandmother, Seferina Jarigese, siblings, Brian (Meredith) Jarigese, Rob Jarigese, nephews, Aaron Jarigese, Connor Jarigese and Luke Jarigese.
Kelly was preceded in death by her...
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