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Frederick W. Guendling Jr.
Oct 5, 2022
Fredrick W. Guendling Jr., age 92, passed away peacefully in the loving hands of the Lord with his loving family by his side. He will be laid to rest privately at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery. A Celebration of Life of life will be held at St. John's United Church of Christ in Mokena at a later date.
Robert L. Valleau
Oct 5, 2022
ROBERT L. VALLEAU
Age 74, of New Lenox passed away on Wednesday, October 5th, 2022 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet.
Robert is survived by his loving family, wife, Colleen Roe-Valleau, children, Rhonda (David) Warnke, Harmony (Lisa Tichy) Lopez, Amanda (Mark) Sandor, William (Jennifer) Evans, siblings, Linda Schlie, Patrick (Marianne) Flahive, grandchildren, Courtney (Mark) Yount, Olivia Warnke, Abraham Sandor, Isaiah Sandor, Julia...
Judith A Smith
Oct 4, 2022
JUDITH A. SMITH
Age 81 passed away on Tuesday, October 4th, 2022 at Prairie Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation home in Chicago Heights, IL.
A private graveside service will be held at Chapel Hill Garden South Cemetery in Oak Lawn on Friday, October 14th, 2022.
Bill Bruton
Oct 4, 2022
Bill Bruton, age 49, a resident of Odell, formerly of Midlothian and Chicago, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, October 4, 2022. Loving brother of Pat (Lisa) Bruton. Beloved uncle, nephew, cousin and friend to many. He was preceded in death by his parents Patrick J. and Margaret (Hyland) Bruton. Bill was a truck driver and volunteer fireman for Central Stickney...
David E. Burja
Oct 4, 2022
David Edward Burja, beloved father, son, and brother passed away in Kankakee, IL on October 4th, 2022.
He was born on October 24th, 1991 to Jennifer M. Bailey and David E Prack in Harvey, IL. David was a family man, as his family was the most important thing to him. No matter who you are, David would always pull you in...
Robert E. Schultz
Oct 3, 2022
Robert Edward Schultz
Born on November 17, 1946 at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet, Illinois. Son of the late George and Mildred Kent-Schultz of Lockport.
Passed on October 3, 2022 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, Illinois.
Bob was baptized and confirmed at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church in Joliet. He then became a member of St. Peter’s United Church of Christ in...
Richard D. Anderson
Oct 3, 2022
Richard D. Anderson
Age 93, of New Lenox, passed away Monday, October 3, 2022, at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL. Richard was born in Chicago to the late Edward and Mable (nee Closson) Anderson. Beloved husband of Mary Ann (nee Sundling) Anderson; loving father of Laura (Martin) Biggs and Linda (Joseph) Karceski; cherished grandfather of Joseph Karceski Jr. and William Karceski;...
Caroyl L. Bush
Oct 2, 2022
Caroyl Lee Bush (nee Beckstrom), age 81, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Sunday, October 2, 2022.
Caroyl is survived by her loving children, Bradley (Michael Patton) Bush, Stephanie (John) Hosman, Gary “JR” Bush, and Caroyl “Coco” (Rob) Hollis; grandchildren, Landon Hosman, Tyler Hosman, Mitchell Hosman, Jackson Hosman, Jayna Hosman, Jaclyn (Paul) Sanfilippo, and Lydia Hollis.
She is preceded in death...
Celeste E. Laszlo
Oct 2, 2022
Celeste E. Laszlo (nee Gasmann)
Born: September 12, 1935 in Chicago, IL
Died: October 2, 2022 in New Lenox, IL
Celeste E. Laszlo passed away not to death, but to eternal life; at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, IL with family by her side at age 87. Celeste was born in Chicago to the late Calmer Gasmann and Claribel (nee Bebber). Beloved...
Sharon Smith
Oct 1, 2022
Sharon Smith (Hepfinger), age 65, a resident of Frankfort, formerly of Oak Lawn, Hometown and Chicago, passed away on Saturday, October 1, 2022, at Northwestern Memorial Hospital. Loving mother of Amy (Jason) Gilbert and Lindsey (Patrick) Larson; dearest sister of Mark Hepfinger; cherished grammie of Grace, Gwen, Jacob, Sydney and Brody; fond aunt of Danny Hepfinger. She is also survived...
Karen S. Labaj
Oct 1, 2022
Karen S. Labaj (Wayda)
Age 68, of Matteson formerly of Frankfort Square, passed away on Saturday, October 1, 2022 at Franciscan Health in Olympia Fields. Loving wife of Michael Labaj; beloved mother of Trishia (Richard) Krupa, Michael (Robin) Labaj, Jr. and Mary Rose (Phillip) Warbiany; dearest sister of Kathy Donnelly, Michele (Bruce) Watson, the late Pam (late Robert) Bankhead and Michael...
Janice E. Bartel
Sep 30, 2022
Janice E. Bartel
Age 84, of New Lenox, passed away Friday, September 30, 2022, at Lightways Hospice, Joliet, IL. Jan was born in Joliet, IL to the late Harold A. and Hazel M. (nee Muncey) Jacobs. Loving wife of the late Donald V. Bartel; dear sister of Terry (Judy) Jacobs and the late Gilbert (Carol) Jacobs; cherished aunt of Dawn (Tom)...
Sara A. Zulfer
Sep 28, 2022
Sara A. Zulfer (nee Neyers)
Age 58, of New Lenox, formerly of Oak Lawn, passed away Wednesday, September 28, 2022, at her home. Sara was born in Chicago, IL to the late Leonard and Evelyn (nee Renspie) Neyers. Beloved wife of Charlie Zulfer; loving mother of Sylvia (Dave) Zulfer-Aultman and Josh (Sarah) Zulfer; cherished grandmother of Zac (Jen Nichols) Ruckle, Brandon...
Florence Elisabeth Ward
Sep 28, 2022
Florence Elisabeth Ward (Kiel)
Age 94, of Frankfort, II, peacefully entered the presence of her Lord, surrounded by her loving family, early Wednesday morning, September 28, 2022.
Florence was born on July 3, 1928, in Chicago, Illinois, to Otto and Elsa Vivian Kiel. She was the eldest of four daughters and was an active member of the Zion Evangelical Free Church in...
Robert Frank Johnston
Sep 27, 2022
Robert Frank Johnston, a resident of Frankfort, died on Tuesday, September 27, 2022. Robert is survived by his beloved wife and best friend Brenda Johnston (Shutway); loving children Erik Johnston and Melissa (Todd) Timmreck. Bob was the proud grandfather of grandchildren: Ashley (Ryan) Timmreck-Walker, Nicholas, Madison, and Paige Timmreck. He is survived by his sister Sharon Gorgol and family. Bob...
Timothy L. Terrell
Sep 27, 2022
Timothy L. Terrell
Age 71, of New Lenox, passed away on Tuesday, September 27, 2022, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Tim was born in Alameda, CA to the late Macon and Elizabeth (nee O’Connell) Terrell. Beloved husband of Jan (nee Vinson) Terrell; loving father of Nick Terrell and Alex (Tippy) Terrell; dear brother of the late Jay Terrell; good...
Martha J. Hoyt
Sep 26, 2022
Martha Joan Hoyt of New Lenox and Joliet, IL passed away on September 26, 2022 at age 84. Martha, also known as “Mirt” by her friends and family, was born on February 22, 1938, in Downers Grove, IL, to John and Margaret (Fischer) Hoyt.
Martha attended ten different schools while her family farmed, ultimately graduating from Lincoln-Way Central High School in...
Patricia M. Buttle
Sep 26, 2022
Patricia M. Buttle, age 79, a resident of Frankfort formerly of Dolton, passed away on Monday, September 26, 2022, at Symphony of Palos Park. Loving wife of Ralph "Buzz" Buttle; beloved mother of Pauline (Jeff) Modjeski, Bill (Teresa) Grace, Russell (Martha) Grace and Jennifer (Greg) Mazurek; dearest sister of Linda (Tom) Planer, Kathy (Edward) Smith, Susan Tanner, Ellen (Rich) Ford...
Carol A. Boban
Sep 25, 2022
Carol A. Boban, affectionately know as "Punker", age 87, passed away at her home in New Lenox, IL on Sunday, September 25, 2022.
Carol is survived by her beloved children, Martin (Bobbi) Boban and Michael (Laurie) Boban; grandchildren, Tracee, Laura (Finn), Jamie (Darnell), Maggie (Greg), Mallory (David), Melissa (Kyle), and Michelle; greatgrandchildren, Harley and Isaiah; and numerous nieces and nephews.
She is...
Peter J. Campanella
Sep 25, 2022
PETER J. CAMPANELLA
Age 90, passed away on Sunday, September 25th, 2022 at his home at Smith Crossing in Orland Park.
Peter is survived by his loving family, daughter, Michelle (Thomas) Keener, significant other, Catherine Cook, grandchildren, Amanda (Michael) DiPerna, Darcey Keener and great granddaughter Francesca DiPerna.
Peter was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph & Mary Campanella (Cirrincione), wife, Darlene Campanella...
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