Obituaries

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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Kurt Robert Westergren

Kurt Robert Westergren

Sep 3, 2021

Kurt Robert Westergren Age 71, a resident of Oak Forest, formerly of Oak Lawn, Chicago Ridge, and Frankfort, passed away Friday, September 3, 2021 at Palos Community Hospital, Palos Heights. Kurt is survived by his loving family, wife, Patricia Westergren (Wirtz); children Kurt “JR” (Elizabeth) Westergren, Erica (Daniel) Wolfe and Lisa (Jessie) Jacobo; siblings Lynn Vandenberg (the late Michael), Nancy...

Thomas J. Boyle

Thomas J. Boyle

Sep 3, 2021

Thomas Joseph Boyle, age 70, passed away on Friday September 3, 2021 at University of Chicago Medical Center. Tom is survived by his beloved wife Carol Boyle; Children, Kerry (Greg) Sudkamp, Katie (Nicolas) Carreon, Kelly (Doug) Loizzo, Tom Boyle Jr., Joe Boyle; Grandchildren, Abby, Aly, and Aubrey Sudkamp, Kayden, Nicolas, and Kinley Carreon, Gianna and Josette Loizzo; Siblings, Pat (Hal)...

Mary  Irene Stancik

Mary Irene Stancik

Sep 3, 2021

Stancik, Mary Irene (nee Brizek) of Orland Park, IL age 93, a resident of Orland Park formerly of Chicago, passed away on Friday, September 3, 2021. Beloved wife of the late (Edward Stancik). Loved mother of sons; Richard Finlayson, Martin (Gail) Finlayson and Jim (Lisa) Stancik. Grandmother of Ryan Finlayson, Ryder Finlayson and Maggie Karns. Great Grandmother of 11. Caring...

Wanda  F.  Hossa

Wanda F. Hossa

Sep 3, 2021

Wanda F. Hossa (Drezewski) Age 92 , a resident of Orland Park formerly of Crestwood and South Chicago passed away on Friday, September 3, 2021 at her home. Wanda is survived by her loving family, children George (Linda) Hossa, Casey (Renee) Hossa, Mary (John) Miner and Kate Jungheim; daughter-in-law Monica (late Tony) Lowery; grandchildren Sara (Steve) Grenchik, Mike (Allison) Hossa,...

Jennifer L. Mckirdie

Jennifer L. Mckirdie

Sep 2, 2021

Jennifer L. McKirdie, age 51, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by family on Thursday, September 2, 2021. We stand in awe at the strength she has shown throughout her battle over the past year and feel comfort in knowing she is at peace. Jen excelled at everything she set out to do while overcoming the many challenges she...

Henry Earl Wiemeler

Henry Earl Wiemeler

Sep 2, 2021

Henry Earl Wiemeler, age 85, a resident of Homer Glen formerly of Plainfield and Chicago, passed away peacefully on Thursday, September 2, 2021. Loving husband of 65 years of Patricia Wiemeler (Wampach); beloved father of Steve (Maria) Wiemeler, Susan Wren, Julie (late Daniel) Woods, Patricia (Keith) Madsen and Elizabeth Marusarz; dearest brother of the late Marie (Dennis) Hernandez, Jean (late...

Lillian E. Paul

Lillian E. Paul

Sep 1, 2021

Lillian E. Paul (Lattyak), age 96, a resident of New Lenox formerly of the Chicago Mt. Greenwood area passed away on Wednesday, Septemeber 1, 2021 at Silver Cross Hospital. Loving wife of the late Anthony Paul; beloved mother of the late Ricky Paul, Kathleen (late Al) Stasiak, Ronald Paul, late Tony (late Donna) Paul, James (Charlene) Paul, David (Jeanne) Paul...

Marcia A. Mcdonald

Marcia A. Mcdonald

Aug 31, 2021

Marcia A. McDonald, age 86, a resident of Frankfort formerly of Park Forest and University Park, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021 at Brookdale in Orland Park. She is survived by her loving family, children Linda (Ron) Rekruciak and Lora Hansen; sisters Carolyn (Paul) Lechlitner; grandchildren Danielle (Eric) Custardo, Stephanie Parise, Ryan (Kristen) Rekruciak, Whitney Hansen, Courtney (John) Sharpe...

Lila Webb Putz

Lila Webb Putz

Aug 29, 2021

Lila Webb Putz died peacefully on August 29, 2021 after her feisty spirit kept her alive for 99 years and 8 months. Beloved wife of Alex who preceded her in death, proud mother of 11, grandmother of 19, great grandmother of 10. Lila grew up in Chicago with her parents, sister and brother. She told fantastic stories of her experiences...

Kathleen  M. Arnstrom

Kathleen M. Arnstrom

Aug 28, 2021

Kathleen (nee McGuire) Arnstrom, age 73, passed away on Saturday, August 28th, 2021 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Kathleen is survived by her loving husband Alan Arnstrom; Children, Dawn Pelnarsh, Ryan (Jessica) Arnstrom, and Sean (Jessica) Arnstrom; grandchildren, Abigail Pelnarsh, Jack Pelnarsh, Mason Arnstrom, Adalyn Arnstrom, Talan Arnstrom, Jolene Arnstrom, Cooper Arnstrom, and Josh DaVanon; siblings, Daniel (Susan)...

Andrew R. Wagner

Andrew R. Wagner

Aug 27, 2021

ANDREW R. WAGNER Age 80, of Chicago, passed away Friday, August 27th, 2021 at Seasons Hospice House in Naperville. Andrew is survived by his loving family, siblings, Beverly (Dave) Klintworth, Robert Wagner, nieces and nephews, Bridget, Brian, Beth, Robert, Sherry, April, Kelly, Kevin, Lindsay and Brandon. Andrew was preceded in death by his parents, Andrew & June Wagner (Brown) and...

Thomas S. Eubank

Thomas S. Eubank

Aug 27, 2021

Thomas S. Eubank 77 of New Lenox, passed away on Friday, August 27, 2021 at his home. Tom was born in Chicago, IL to the late Thomas and Evelyn (nee Wicklund) Eubank. Loving husband of Elaine (nee McLean) Slee Eubank; dear brother of John (Anne) Eubank and Ronald Eubank; also survived by Elaine’s children, Edward (Carrie) Slee, David (Lynda) Slee,...

Derek Thomas Neakarse

Derek Thomas Neakarse

Aug 26, 2021

DEREK THOMAS NEAKARSE Age 55, of New Lenox, passed away Thursday, August 26th, 2021 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Derek is survived by his loving family, mother, Lorraine Neakarse (Skala), children, Regina Williams, Brent Neakarse McEldowney, siblings, Donna Neakarse, Donald (Adriel) Neakarse Jr., Diane Neakarse, Duane Neakarse, niece and nephews, Christopher (Lauren) Lukasik, Donald (Kelly) Neakarse, Jenna Neakarse...

Tamara  R.  Hoehn

Tamara R. Hoehn

Aug 26, 2021

Tamara R. Hoehn, age 56 passed away peacefully at her home on Thursday August 26, 2021. Tamara is survived by her loving husband Michael Hoehn; daughters, Rachel (Andrew) Schneider, Natalie (Christian) Rodriguez; her mother Jacqueline Van Artsdalen; her beloved granddaughter Sylvia Schneider; and numerous nieces and nephews. Tamara is preceded in death by her father Dennis Gorlach and her stepfather...

Jennifer Lynn Vaneck

Jennifer Lynn Vaneck

Aug 25, 2021

Jennifer Lynn VanEck, age 48, a resident of Joliet formerly of Park Forest, Manhattan and New Lenox, was ushered peacefully, into her eternal home, with her closest loved ones by her side, on Tuesday August 25, 2021, in the comfort of her home. She is survived by her loving family; beloved daughter Breanna (Anthony Morelli) VanEck; parents Terry and the...

Donald R.  Smith

Donald R. Smith

Aug 25, 2021

Donald R. Smith “Smitty” 90 of New Lenox, passed away Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at his home. Don was born in Cornell, IL to the late Manuel and Louise (nee Hecht). Beloved husband of the late Sue Ellen (nee Spittal); loving father of Karl Smith, Paul (Peggy) Smith, Amy (Nathan) Ryan, Rick (Denise Issert) Smith; cherished grandfather of Joshua and...

William J. Beauchamp

William J. Beauchamp

Aug 24, 2021

WILLIAM J. BEAUCHAMP Age 76, of Frankfort, passed away Tuesday, August 24th, 2021 at his home in Frankfort. William is survived by his loving family, wife, Christine Beauchamp (West), siblings, Susan (Mario) Cantella, Mary (Lori) Beauchamp, Karen (Amy) Beauchamp, Patricia (Noel) Pol and nephew Michael Cantella. William was preceded in death by his parents. William A. & Dorothy Beauchamp (Clator)....

Debra Mae Kelley

Debra Mae Kelley

Aug 20, 2021

Debra Mae Kelley, 67, of Park Forest, passed away Aug. 20, 2021. She is survived by her wife of 4 years and partner of 22 years, Marianne C. Frigo-Kelley. Sisters: Beverly (Christine E. Lewis) Abels of Lansing, Claudette (Chuks Ozor) Beauchamp of Aubern, WA and brother James F. Kelley Jr. of South Elgin. Aunt, Eleanor Callahan of Reno, NV, BFF...

William James Witry

William James Witry

Aug 19, 2021

William James Witry Age 78, of Frankfort formerly of Oak Forest and Chicago, passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 19h, 2021 at his home in Frankfort with his family by his side. William is survived by his loving family, wife, Rosemary Witry (Smolen); children Chris (Kimberly) Witry, Lisa Winter, Traci Witry, Nikki (Michael) Dunn, Kristina (Robert) Quilico and Keith Burghardt;...

Laurene "Laurie"  E. Smith

Laurene "Laurie" E. Smith

Aug 18, 2021

Laurene “Laurie” E. Smith Age 70, a resident of Frankfort formerly of New Lenox, passed away peacefully in her home, surrounded by loved ones, on Wednesday, August 18, 2021. Loving mother of Kimberlee (Ken) Grawe, Kristi (Bill) Walker and Karen (Josh) Ditzler; beloved daughter of the late John F. and late Patricia (Campbell) Curtis, Jr.; fond granddaughter of the late...