Kurtz Memorial Chapel Obituaries

Oct 6, 2024

Donald Shiner, died suddenly as the result of a bike accident on October 6, 2024. He was born June 26, 1968 in South Korea. At the age of 6, Donny moved to the United States and was adopted by his parents, Tony and Jonelle Shiner. He grew up in New Lenox and worked for many years as a handyman and...

Oct 4, 2024

We are saddened to announce the passing of our brother, Christopher C. Powers. Born December 16, 1963 to Charles J. and Dolores M. Powers (nee Branchaw). Chris is survived by his parents, his siblings, Michael C. Powers and Karen M. Powers, his aunt, Mary Kellogg (Robert Powers), and many beloved cousins. 

Chris graduated Lockport Township High School and Governor State University...

Oct 3, 2024

Michael R. Olson, age 63, passed away peacefully after his courageous fight and ongoing medical battle on Thursday, October 3, 2024.

Mike is survived by his wife Linda (nee Spogis), sister Nancy (Jeff), brother Eric (Diana), sister Patti (John), brother-in-law Leonard (Trish), sister-in-law Patti (the late Bobby), Nieces and Nephews, Daniel (Teresa), Brad (Rachel), Alyssa (Justin), Jessica (Cody), Jahlieh (Ryan), Keith...

Oct 2, 2024

Thaddeus C. “Ted” Golebiowski

Age 63 of Mokena, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, October 2, 2024. Ted was born in Chicago to the late Thaddeus and Harriet (nee Wopinski) Golebiowski. Beloved and devoted husband of Susan (nee Ferguson) Golebiowski; loving father of Kara (Joe) Marshall, Abby Golebiowski, and Grace Golebiowski; dear brother of Barbara (Jim) Aguirre and Steven Golebiowski; loved brother-in-law,...

Oct 2, 2024

Gail Anne Hayes (nee Giudice), age 72, passed away peacefully on October 2, 2024, at home in Frankfort, Illinois surrounded by family and loved ones after a long and courageous battle with cancer. 

Gail is survived by her husband, Louis Sr., her children Louis Jr. (Jacqueline), Christopher (Kendall), Paul, grandchildren Louis III, Olivia, Jakob, Emily, Parker, Brooke, siblings Diane (Ken) Thompson,...

Sep 30, 2024

Sep 30, 2024

Donald Donegan, 85, of Lockport, Illinois a veteran of the Army, passed away peacefully in hospice care on September 30, 2024. Born on September 23, 1939, Don was preceded in death by his parents, Daniel Donegan and Mae (née Maunsell), both proud natives of County Kerry, Ireland, as well as his beloved sisters, Peggy Lowery and Mary Rita Flanagan. He...

Sep 30, 2024

Arland E. “Ed” Pearcy

Age 87 of Diamond, IL and formerly of Joliet, IL, passed away peacefully on Monday, September 30, 2024, at Lightways Hospice, Joliet, IL. Ed was born in Cumberland County, IL and later moved to Charleston, IL. Son of the late Edith (nee Groves) Keigly and Logan (Grace “Granny”) Pearcy; beloved husband of the late Linda (nee Paden)...

Sep 28, 2024

Michelle Marie Ruiz (nee LeGrett)

August 11, 1961 - September 28, 2024

Ruiz, Michelle age 63, of New Lenox, IL, formerly of Canandaigua, NY, passed away peacefully with her children by her side at Loyola Medical Center in Maywood, IL on Saturday, September 28, 2024.

Beloved wife to the late Ralph Ruiz; cherished daughter to the late Frank and Helen LeGrett; loving mother...

Sep 28, 2024

Sep 28, 2024

GORDON L. MITCHELL

Age 94, of New Lenox, passed away on Saturday, September 28th, 2024 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet. b 

Gordon is survived by his loving family, children, Mark (Mindy) Mitchell, Patti (Tom Cannell) Mitchell, Paul (Elizabeth Duberman) Mitchell, Laura (Timothy) Meagher, Nicole (Brian) Noonan, daughter in-law, Peggy Mitchell, grandchildren, Nigel Mitchell, Matthew Vardy, Nicholas Vardy, Aaron Mitchell, Kelly Gazdowicz,...

Sep 28, 2024

DOROTHY M. POWER (COMPTON)

Age 91, resident of Cedarhurst of Frankfort, former resident of Clarendale of Mokena, passed away on Saturday, September 28th, 2024 at Cedarhurst of Frankfort. 

Dorothy is survived by her loving family, children, Nanci (Paul) Artwohl, Kate Power, Dotti (Don) Hurrle, Diane Reynolds, Patrick (Nancy) Power Jr, daughter in-law, Vasso Power, 11 siblings, 13 grandchildren and 19 great grandchildren. 

Dorothy...

Sep 27, 2024

Dolores Benitez Villa, a longtime resident of Park Forest, passed peacefully at her home on Friday, September 27, 2024. 

Dolores (Chachita) was born in the Canary Islands on January 26, 1934. She was the daughter of Manuel Sanchez Benitez and Maria Alfonzo Benitez. When she was 10 months old, her family moved to Cuba, which was her homeland throughout her childhood...

Sep 27, 2024

James William Mabe, (80), of Mokena, IL, a devoted husband and father and life-long Cubs fan went home to be with the Lord on the early morning of September 27th, 2024, surrounded at home by his family.

Jim was born on October 24, 1943, to James and Margaret Mabe in Bluefield, WV. He was married to the love of his life...

Sep 26, 2024

BRIAN J. PAVNICA 

Age 40, of New Lenox, passed away on Thursday, September 26th, 2024 Loyola Medical Center in Maywood. 

Brian is survived by his loving family, daughters, Cali Pavnica, Marlee Pavnica, parents, Anthony “Tony” & Linda Pavnica (McCord), siblings, Heather (Ed) Goewey, Anthony (Miranda) Pavnica, nieces and nephews, Mia Goewey, Noah Goewey, Emma Goewey, Hannah Pavnica and Jake Pavnica. 

Brian was a...

Sep 25, 2024

Ross Richard Norstrom, age 65, passed away peacefully at his home on September 25, 2024. He was the best husband and partner to Jacqui (Montoya) Norstrom and a great dad to Kyle Xavier Norstrom. Ross is survived by his mother, Dorothy (late Gail) Norstrom; his brother Gail (Connie) Norstrom; his late brother Rich (Michelle) Norstrom; and his sister Janice (late...

Sep 25, 2024

JOHN A. TRUESDALE

Age 68, of Mokena, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 25th, 2024 at his home. 

John is survived by his loving family, wife of 38 years, Vincee Truesdale (Neri), mother, Roberta Truesdale (Schuler), children, Jeff Truesdale, Tim Truesdale, siblings, Jeannie Folk, Mike (Laura) Truesdale, Richard (Connie) Truesdale, Ed (Sandy) Truesdale, Alice (Jerry) Bohne, Ann (Tim) Nash, father & mother...

Sep 24, 2024

ALAN P. LEONARD

Age 84, of Frankfort, passed away Tuesday, September 24th, 2024 at his home. 

Alan is survived by his loving family, children, David (Mary) Leonard, Michael (Cindy) Leonard, Jennifer McLain, step-children, Melissa (Brian Mysker) Kelso, Mark Kelso, sibling, David (Laurie) Leonard, grandchildren, Michael Leonard, Ryan Leonard, Samantha (Brad) Jensen, Courtney (Jarrett) Stickle, Grant (Allison) Leonard, Jake Leonard, Caden Leonard, Kelley...

Sep 24, 2024

Earl F. Scanlan, aged 92, passed away peacefully in his home on September 24, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Earl was a retired Operating Engineer and a proud member of Local 150. He was also a long-term member of Crete United Methodist Church. After retiring, Earl pursued his interests in woodworking, drawing, and trains. He will always be remembered...

Sep 21, 2024

RICHARD E. ZAREMBA

Age 95, of Olympia Fields, passed away Saturday, September 21st, 2024 at Elevate Care in Country Club Hills. 

Richard is survived by his loving family, wife, Lucy Zaremba (Hankosky), daughter, Linda (Jeff) Gunderson, son in-law, Gary Mede, grandchildren, Eric (Victoria) Gunderson, Kevin (fiancée Arzu Patel) Gunderson, Michelle Mede, nephew, Robert (Kelly) Swiderski, niece, Laura Swiderski, sister in-laws, Josephine Hankosky...