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Ruth Ann Shaver
Nov 29, 2023
Ruth Ann Shaver (nee Rosemann) 77, of Frankfort was born in Chicago to the late Erhardt and Estelle Rosemann and passed away November 29, 2023. Loving mother of Kimberly Kleinwachter; cherished grandmother of Bowan (Krystyna Red), Liviya, and Mila Kleinwachter; dear sister of Theodore Rosemann and Nancy Bruno; fond aunt of Brooke (Nicholas), Keith, Cheryl (Adam), and Ashley; great aunt...
Lauren Anne Santana
Nov 26, 2023
Lauren Anne Santana
Our sweet, courageous girl passed peacefully at the age of 17 on Sunday, November 26, 2023 after a year-long battle with cancer. Lauren was born on November 2, 2006 to Julie (nee Hayes) and Luis Santana, and she was raised in Homer Glen, IL.
Lauren was a gift to her family and all who knew her. She approached life...
Craig S. Schwarz
Nov 24, 2023
Craig S. Schwarz
The world lost an extraordinary man when, at the age of 74, Craig S. Schwarz of New Lenox, IL passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at his home in the late hours of Thanksgiving night. Gratefully, both the holiday and the day prior were wonderful days spent with his favorite people. At Thanksgiving dinner, the family had raised their...
Walter J. Pasternak
Nov 24, 2023
Walter "Wally" Joseph Pasternak
74, of New Lenox, formerly of Chicago, passed away surrounded by his loving family at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL. Cherished and eldest son of the late Joseph M. and the late Wanda C. Pasternak (Klimacz). Treasured and beloved brother of Joe (Janie) Pasternak, Judy (Dan) Maruszak, the late Denny Pasternak, and Marian (Jim) Biesadecki. Loved uncle...
Timothy "Tim" Joseph O'Sullivan
Nov 23, 2023
Timothy Joseph O’Sullivan “Tim” was born on October 4, 1947 to the late Timothy and Antoinette O’Sullivan. He departed this life on Thursday, November 23, 2023.
Caring husband to Carla O’Sullivan (Capadona) and stepfather to Andrew Rizzuto and the late Paul Rizzuto.
Dearest father to his children with Penny Maragia (Schilling): Timothy (Kristine) O’Sullivan, Sheri (Chris) Gad, and James (Priscilla) O’Sullivan.
Devoted grandfather...
Joan H. Navarrete
Nov 23, 2023
JOAN H. NAVARRETE
(HAASE)
Age 93, of Manteno, passed away on Thursday, November 23rd, 2023 at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee.
Joan is survived by her loving family, children, Dawn Veverka, Gerry (Terri) Navarrete, Heidi Klein, brother, Clarence (Bernadette) Haase, grandchildren, Christopher Navarrete, Janet Navarrete, Constance (David) Messing, David (Missy) Navarrete, Jonathan Veverka, Jessica Navarrete, Lauren Navarrete, Eric Klein, Alex Klein, great grandchildren,...
Patrick J Rafferty Sr.
Nov 22, 2023
Patrick J. Rafferty, 59, of the Tinley/Orland Park area was born in Chicago to the late Thomas and Bridget Rafferty, and passed away November 22, 2023. Beloved and devoted husband of Dreama Rafferty (nee Irby); loving father of Sarah, Patrick Jr., and Katie Rafferty; PROUD papa of Landon and Zoey; dear brother of Joann (Dave) Reed, Tom (Kathy) Rafferty, Billy...
Laurie M Scaccia
Nov 22, 2023
Laurene “Laurie” Marie Scaccia, age 69, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, with her loving family by her side. She was blessed with a well-deserved peaceful passing, after courageously battling several illnesses for many years.
Laurie is survived by her beloved husband, James Scaccia; daughters Stacy (Nick) Rutovic and Julie (Jake) Usalis; and stepchildren Jeff (Sybil) Scaccia, Nicole (George) Durko,...
Charlotte R. Lehr
Nov 20, 2023
CHARLOTTE R. LEHR
Age 81, of Frankfort, passed away on Monday, November 20th, 2023 at her home in Frankfort.
Charlotte is survived by her loving family, daughters, Leann (Todd) Paarlberg, Kelly (Matt) Mullennix, sister, Joann Blouin, grandchildren, Matthew Mullennix, Annabelle (Nick) Abbate, Ashley (Daniel) Schliffka, Courtney (fiancé Michael Marotta) Paarlberg, great grandchildren, Luke Schliffka, Zoe Schliffka, Jude Schliffka, numerous nieces, nephews and...
Stephen Milton Matokar
Nov 20, 2023
Stephen Milton Matokar 84, of Frankfort Illinois was born in Chicago to the late Stephen and Ann Matokar and passed away on November 20, 2023. Beloved husband of Gloria (nee Andretich) Matokar; loving father of the late Carrie Matokar, Laura (Rodney) Stiegman; proud papa of Matthew, Sarah, and Michael Stiegman. Stephen was a Vietnam War Veteran who served his country...
Mario S. Ricchio
Nov 16, 2023
MARIO S. RICCHIO
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our cherished Mario Ricchio of New lenox on Thursday, November 16, 2023.
Mario is survived by his loving family, children, Lisa Ricchio, Anna Ricchio, Pasquale (Sarah) Ricchio, siblings, Francisco (Maria) Ricchio, Pietro (Amalia) Ricchio, proud Nonno of ten (10) grandchildren, Louie, Oscar, Valentina, Anthony, James, Jewel, Silvana, Winston, Arlo, and Luciano.
Mario...
Donald L. Benkendorf
Nov 15, 2023
Donald L. Benkendorf Sr.
Age 86, of New Lenox, IL passed away at home on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Don was born in Chicago, IL to the late Marvin and Cecile (nee Houde) Benkendorf. Beloved husband of Wanda (nee Carney) Benkendorf; loving father of Donald (Cathleen) Benkendorf Jr. and Carin (Tod) Kamleiter; cherished grandfather of Andrew...
Kevin M. Andrews
Nov 15, 2023
Kevin Michael Andrews
Age 57, of Orland Park, IL passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Kevin was born in Oak Lawn, IL to Samuel and Ruth Andrews. Beloved son of Samuel and Ruth; loving brother of Lynda Andrews and Jeffrey (Paula) Andrews; loved uncle of Colin and Emma Andrews; cherished cousin, nephew, and friend of many. Kevin was a truck driver...
Maurice Joseph Balhan
Nov 13, 2023
Maurice J. Balhan
Age 69, a 48-year resident of Mokena, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 13, 2023, at Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL. Maurice was born in Verviers, Belgium to Malou (nee Moyano) and the late Joseph Balhan. Beloved husband of Janet (nee Crabb) Balhan; loving father of Krystle (Thomas Esch) Balhan, and Matthew (Sarah) Balhan; cherished grandfather...
Pam Griffin
Nov 13, 2023
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Pamela Griffin. Beloved wife of Greg, mother of Joe, Hillary Zaranti (John), John (Christy), and loving Mimi of Joe, Albert, Mary and James. Born to the late Russel and Rita Linderborg and sister to the late David Linderborg. Sister-in-law, aunt and friend to many. Pam was born and raised...
Crystal Marie Dunn
Nov 13, 2023
Crystal Marie Dunn (nee Sparks)
Age 29 of Morocco, IN Formerly of Bourbonnais, IL passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023, at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee, IL after a courageous battle with cancer. Crystal was born in Joliet, IL to Lisa Dalaly (nee Sparks), who survives her. Loving mother of Travis Eckoff and Lilly McWhorter; dear sister of Elizabeth (Jeff)...
Janelle Marie Portwood
Nov 13, 2023
Janelle Marie Portwood, age 46, of New Lenox passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023 at home with her family by her side. Janelle was surrounded by love, praise music, and prayer in the days and months preceding her death.
Janelle is survived by her husband of 24 years, Michael Portwood, and their four sons—James (19), Jack (17), Judd (15) and...
Arthur C. Lange
Nov 12, 2023
Arthur C. Lange, 87, of Homer Glen, IL, formerly from Wascott, WI) passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 12, 2023. He was born January 23, 1936 in Chicago, IL to Irving and Joy Lange. Art lived in the Minong/Wascott area for 44 years, where he was an avid bowler, fisherman, and was a member of the Gordon-Wascott Fire...
James E. Quinn
Nov 11, 2023
James E. Quinn, age 84, passed away peacefully at home, on Saturday, November 11, 2023 with his family by his side.
James is survived by his beloved wife, Arlene (nee Gregutis) Quinn; children, Mary (Steve) Morris, James Quinn, Donna (Mark) Ricketson, Daniel (Trish) Quinn, and Joseph (Diana) Quinn; grandchildren, Anna Morris, Alex Morris, Matthew Quinn, Jason Quinn, Jamie Quinn, Diane Ricketson,...
Lawrence W. Sisk
Nov 9, 2023
LAWRENCE W. SISK
Age 64, of Mokena, passed away on Thursday, November 9th, 2023 at his home in Mokena.
Larry is survived by his loving family, wife, Jenell Sisk (Totani), father, Lawrence Sisk Sr., children, Shannan (Keith Latek) Sisk, Nicole (Steven) Leibfried, Brandon (Leah) Sisk, Anthony Sisk, Jordan (Victoria) Sisk, Taylor (fiancé Matthew Skobel) Totani, Michael Sisk, siblings, Barbara (Russell) Silkowski, Tina...
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