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Frederick W. Viola
Jul 27, 2021
Frederick W. “Fred” Viola 78, of New Lenox, passed away Tuesday, July 27, 2021 at his home surrounded by family. Fred was born in Chicago to the late Edward N. and Irene A. (nee Schwartzhoff) Viola. Beloved husband of Carol (nee Dowling) Viola; loving father of David (Maria), Wayne (late Luanne), Leigh (Kimberly), Keith (Rachel), and the late Craig Viola;...
Kenneth C. Lenz Sr.
Jul 26, 2021
Kenneth C. Lenz, Sr, 84, of Mokena, Illinois passed away on July 26, 2021. Ken is survived by his beloved wife of 64 years, Mary Lou (nee Pohlman). Their nearly 70-year romance began as high school sweethearts at Oak Lawn Community High School. Proud father of Kenneth, Jr (Debby) Lenz, Michael (Natalie) Lenz, David (Joanne) Lenz, Cheryl (Joe) Onesto, Daniel...
Dorothy K. Christiansen
Jul 24, 2021
Dorothy Christiansen, loving wife and mother, passed away at age 78 on Saturday, July 24, 2021. She was born in 1943 in Chicago to Leo and Gladys Kohnen. In 1964, she married Raymond Christiansen. She obtained her teaching degree and taught at Grissom Junior High for several decades. Dorothy was a Shetland sheepdog breeder who raised grand champions and was...
Rick G. Bartke
Jul 24, 2021
Rick G. Bartke, age 48, a resident of New Lenox, formerly of Lockport, Joliet, Tinley Park, Mokena and was raised in Orland Park, passed away on Saturday, July 24, 2021 at Loyola Medical Center in Maywood. Loving husband of Janel Bartke (Fila); beloved father of Jackson, Jenna, Jacob and Joseph Bartke; dearest brother of Scott and Jerry Bartke. He is...
Jacqueline A. Olson
Jul 23, 2021
Jacqueline A. Olson, age 46, a resident of Joliet formerly of New Lenox, Tinley Park and Chicago, passed away suddenly on Friday, July 23, 2021. Loving mother of Luke Montes, Avery Montes (father of Luke and Avery, Raymond Montes) and the late Kaitlyn Moak; beloved daughter of Mary McCarthy and Richard W. Olson, Sr.; dearest sister of Richard W. (Arien)...
Geoffrey Lloyd Upjohn
Jul 22, 2021
With deepest sorrow, we announce that Geoffrey Lloyd Upjohn, age 37, our most beloved son, brother, family member and friend, passed away suddenly on Thursday, July 22, 2021. He is survived by his mother, Penny, his brother Christopher, his sister-in-law Carrie, his nieces Molly & Emma, and extended family throughout North America. Geoffrey was predeceased by his father, Peter. Geoffrey...
Marian Elizabeth Lukshas
Jul 22, 2021
Marian Elizabeth Lukshas (Braun), age 91, a longtime resident of Frankfort, formerly of Calumet Park, passed away on Thursday, July 22, 2021. Loving wife of the late John Lukshas; beloved sister of the late Thomas (late Pauline) Braun; late John Braun, PFC., late James (late Joan) Braun, Fred (late Linda) Braun and late infant twin sister.; dearest aunt of late...
Steven E. Kenning
Jul 20, 2021
Steven E. Kenning March 4th 1953 – July 20th 2021 Steven E. Kenning, 68, passed peacefully on July 20th, 2021 in his home in Frankfort surrounded by his children. He is preceded in death by his parents Edward and Glikeria Black and his wife, Judy Kenning (Brackins). He is survived by his four children and four grandchildren Michael Perley (Megan...
William "Liam" Bronislau Loggarakis
Jul 20, 2021
William "Liam" Bronislau Loggarakis, age 3 months, of New Lenox, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, July 20, 2021. Loving son of William and Alyssa (Shershen) Loggarakis; beloved grandson of Mark and Kathy Shershen, Michele (Christopher) Kosel and Taso Loggarakis; dearest great grandson of Alfred and Renee Kosel, John and Darlene Boyce, Patricia (late Adam) Shershen, Late Helen and late Henry...
James Joseph Kerrigan
Jul 20, 2021
James J. Kerrigan 71, of New Lenox, passed away Tuesday, July 20, 2021 at Hines VA Hospital surrounded by his family. James was born in Chicago to the late James and Jean (nee Geraci) Kerrigan. Loving father of Jennifer Kerrigan, James (Cindy) Kerrigan, Jessica McShane, Joe Kerrigan, Mike Kerrigan and Ryan Kerrigan; cherished grandfather of Dylan, Taylor, Kian, Jimmy, Jayden,...
Gavin "Guy" Weir
Jul 17, 2021
GAVIN “GUY” WEIR Age 90, of Frankfort, passed away Saturday, July 17th, 2021 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet. Guy is survived by his loving family, wife, Arlene Weir (Horslev), children, Kimberly (Jim) Dawson, Lynette (Bruce) Smith, Gavin (Michele) Weir, grandchildren, Ketra Dawson, Gavin Dawson, Austin Smith, Alexis (Caleb) Henderson, Dr. Gavin Weir, Dillon Weir and great granddaughter Avery Henderson....
Aldo R. Desandre
Jul 17, 2021
ALDO R. DeSANDRE Age 73, of New Lenox, passed away on Saturday, July 17th, 2021 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet. Aldo is survived by his loving family, wife, Iris DeSandre (Bloomquist), children, Michele (Scot) Keith, Cathy (Robert) Klaff, Anthony (Colleen) Ghelfi, Gregory (Robyn) Ghelfi, Papa to Emily Keith, Megan Keith, Nichole (Eric) Bedolla, Anne Marie Klaff, Samantha Klaff, Joseph...
Roy T. Gesell
Jul 14, 2021
Roy T. Gesell 83, of New Lenox passed away Wednesday, July 14,2021. Roy was born in Bloomington, IL to the late Leonard G. and Kathryn (nee Feeney) Gesell. Beloved husband of Joanne (nee Costabile) Gesell; loving father of Glenn Gesell, Michael Gesell, and Janet (Al Luke) Cassettari; cherished grandfather of Dominic Cassettari; dear brother of the late Leonard (late Rita)...
Patricia Ann Salyers
Jul 13, 2021
Patricia Ann Salyers (nee Popiel) 74, of Frankfort IL, passed away Tuesday, July 13, 2021 at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox. Patricia was born in Berwyn, IL to the late Stanley and Dorothy Popiel. Loving sister of John (Annette) Popiel and Donna (Peter) Tollios; cherished aunt of Michael Popiel. Patricia was a realtor in the Frankfort area before retirement. Private...
Martha Ruth Szara
Jul 13, 2021
Martha Ruth Szara Age 77, of Frankfort formerly longtime of Palos Hills, passed away Tuesday, July 13th, 2021. Martha is survived by her loving family; husband Wayne Szara, Sr.; children Wayne (Colleen) Szara, Jr., Steven (Laura) Szara and Dana (Brett) Christeon; siblings Mike (Rose) Capps, Jan Capps and Jean Case; grandchildren Lauren, Jason, Erin and Riley Szara, Zachary and Nathaniel...
Bernadine M. Proudfoot
Jul 12, 2021
BERNADINE M. PROUDFOOT (DITCH) Age 86, of Matteson, passed away Monday, July 12th, 2021at Palos Heights Rehabilitation Center in Crestwood. Bernadine is survived by her loving family, husband, Robert Proudfoot, children, Bobby Proudfoot, Scotty Proudfoot, Thomas Stewart, Charles Stewart, Anette Stewart, Daniel (Ellen) Stewart, five grandchildren, six great grandchildren and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Bernadine was preceded in death...
William "Bill" James Markunas
Jul 12, 2021
William “Bill” James Markunas, 71, of New Lenox, passed away unexpectedly on July 12, 2021. He is survived by his loving family, wife of 48 years, Cynthia “Cindy” (nee Schneller) Markunas; son, William “Will” Markunas of Frankfort; daughter, Mariellen Markunas of Downers Grove; granddaughters: Grace and Ava Markunas; brothers: Joseph Markunas of CA and Robert (Kathleen) Markunas of Plainfield. Bill...
Gary K. Schroer
Jul 12, 2021
GARY K. SCHROER Age 70, of Frankfort, passed away Monday, July 12th, 2021at Journey Care of Barrington Hospice House in Barrington. Gary is survived by his loving family, wife, Judy Schroer (Sands), children, Tricia (Alex) Telez, Carrie (Tim) Jones, siblings, William Schroer, Diane Schroer, grandchildren, Trey Telez, Jordan Telez, Isabella Telez, Junior Telez, Diego Telez, Kirsten Jones and Kylie Jones....
Lawrence V. Keeley
Jul 12, 2021
Lawrence V. Keeley 89, of New Lenox passed away Monday, July 12, 2021at his home surrounded by family. Larry was born in Saratoga Twp, WI to the late Lawrence J. and Vera I. (nee Thorson) Keeley. Beloved husband of Marilyn (nee Ray); loving father of Suzy (John) Kozar, and Kevin Keeley; cherished grandfather of Amy Loyd, and Ryan Keeley; dear...
Ronald W. Dahlin
Jul 10, 2021
Ronald W. Dahlin, age 76, a resident of Frankfort formerly of Bridgeview, Burbank and Tinley Park, passed away on Saturcday, July 10, 2021. Loving husband of Donna Dahlin (Schroeder); beloved father of Brian (Denise) Dahlin, Tracy (Shane) Schultz and Kelly (Dan) Herlihy; dearest brother of Randy Dahlin, Linda Zeigler, Corrine (Jeff) Hartman and Scott (April) Dahlin; cherished grandfather of Jake,...
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