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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area
Ruth Byers
Nov 8, 2024
Ruth Margaret Byers, 89, passed peacefully into eternity November 8, 2024 at Cedarhurst of Frankfort in Frankfort, Illinois.
She was born April 29, 1935, the fourth of six siblings, to William and Beulah Ziegler Walker in Carsonville, Michigan.
Ruth accepted the Lord, His promises and His teachings into her heart in her teens and was steadfast in her faith throughout her whole...
Joe R. Franco
Oct 8, 2024
Joseph R. Franco, age 74 of Mokena, passed away after a short battle with pancreatic cancer, on Tuesday, October 8, 2024.
He is survived by his beloved wife Laura (nee Buckner) Franco; children, Joseph C. (Tiffany) Franco, Tiffany (Darren) Laas, Gina (Bobby) Sineni, Dean (Cari) Caruso, Carl Caruso, and Kiana Sikich. Bonus daughter Sissel (Lou) Kleinberg; grandchildren, Mindy (Ron) Anderson, Melissa...
Karen L. Burcar
Nov 19, 2024
KAREN L. BURCAR (KRANIAK)
Age 79 of Frankfort, passed away on Tuesday, November 19th, 2024 at her home.
Karen is survived by her loving family, husband, Anthony James Burcar, children, Matthew Burcar, Mark (Constance Persico) Burcar, Michael (Amanda Motyka) Burcar, grandchildren, Anastasia (Vlamison) Araujo, Tatiana (Michael Dudash) Burcar, Victoria Burcar, Angelina Burcar, Alexandria Burcar, great grandchildren, Lillian Araujo and Bella Araujo.
Karen was...
Karen E. Tediski
Nov 15, 2024
Karen E. Tediski (nee Goldsmith)
Age 67 of Manhattan passed away Friday, November 15, 2024, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Karen was born to the late Sheldon and Joyce (nee Cook) Goldsmith. Beloved wife of the late Alfred Tediski; loving mother of Gina (Roman Sr.) Churnovic and the late Jeff A. Tediski; cherished grandmother of Roman Churnovic Jr, Maverick...
Robert G. Molyneaux
Nov 15, 2024
Robert G. Molyneaux, age 91, of Frankfort, IL passed away Friday, November 15, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Marilyn Molyneaux; loving father of Michele (Todd) Furlong, and Mark Molyneaux; cherished grandfather of Troy Furlong, and Trent Furlong; and several nieces and nephews.
Robert was born in Chicago...
Anna C. Sunzere
Nov 11, 2024
Services for Anna will be held on Sunday, November 17th, 2024 at Kurtz Memorial Chapel, 65 Old Frankfort Way, in Frankfort, IL with a visitation from 1pm until time of service at 3pm. In lieu of flowers, donations to Sertoma Star Services in Anna's name would be appreciated. This can be accomplished by following the following link: Sertoma Star Services
Charles S. Chipman
Nov 11, 2024
Charles S. Chipman
Age 75, of New Lenox, IL passed away Monday, November 11, 2024, at his home surrounded by his loving family. Charles was born in Lauderdale, TN to the late Allen P. and Beulah M. (nee Jones) Chipman. Beloved husband of Sharon (nee Chopp) Chipman; loving father of Charles E. (Tina) Chipman, Cynthia (John) Stukel, Jennifer (David) Chizmark, Keith...
Guy J. Bentivenga
Nov 10, 2024
GUY J. BENTIVENGA
Age 89, of Frankfort, passed away on Sunday, November 10th, 2024 at the Cottages of New Lenox.
Guy is survived by his loving family, wife, Barbara “Bobbie” Spallina Bentivenga (Shapiro), children, Michael Bentivenga, Jimmy Bentivenga, Karen Bentivenga, Stephen Bentivenga, stepchildren, James (Erica) Spallina Jr., Joseph (Danielle) Spallina, stepbrother, Sam (Clare) Deane, grandchildren, Joseph, Arden and numerous nieces and nephews.
Guy...
John Deinema
Nov 10, 2024
JOHN DEINEMA
Age 71, of New Lenox, passed away on Sunday, November 10th, 2024 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet.
John is survived by his loving family, wife of 50 years, Janet Deinema (Bibeau), son, Daniel Deinema, siblings, Swanette Kann, Kathleen Gonzalez, sister in-law, Christine (Thom) Okelman and numerous nieces and nephews.
John was preceded in death by his siblings, Sid Deinema, Lucy...
Robert "Bob" L. Tovey
Nov 9, 2024
Robert “Bob” L. Tovey, 77, of Surprise, Arizona for the last six years, formerly Tinley Park and Godley, Illinois passed away suddenly on November 9, 2024. Bob is survived by his daughter Amanda and son-in-law John Bullen of Peoria, Arizona, Grand-daughters, Evelyn and Lindy Bullen and former wife Carol, many friends and Union brothers. Bob was preceded in death by...
David E. D'Hooge
Nov 8, 2024
David D’Hooge
David D’Hooge, age 81, of New Lenox, passed away Friday, November 8, 2024 at The Cottages. He is remembered by everyone who knew him as a kind, fun-loving, generous man. Dave had a love of cars and motorcycles and was skilled at working on them. He also gave his love to many pets, both cats and dogs,...
Florence M. Cort-Kaczmarski
Nov 8, 2024
FLORENCE M. CORT-KACZMARSKI
Age 82, of Mokena, passed away on Friday, November 8th, 2024 at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital in Palos Heights.
Florence is survived by her loving family, sister, Angie (Anthony) Czyz, nieces and nephew, Cindy (Doug) Gerritsen, Debbie (late Dave) Phillips, Mary Kay (Don) Gardiner, Dennis Cort, great nieces and nephews, Greg (Caroline) Gerritsen, Andy Gerritsen, Meagan Hamilton, Melissa (Alex)...
Edna Marie Kerrigan
Nov 8, 2024
Edna M. Kerrigan Age 91, was born in Wheeler, Wisconsin to the late Boyd and Edna Ladd, and passed away peacefully at home on November 8, 2024. Beloved wife of the late William B. Kerrigan; loving mother of Jerry (Ruth) Leanna, the late Jeff Leanna, Bruce (Jan) Rheaume, Kendall (Phyllis) Kerrigan; proud grandmother of Jacob (Maura) Leanna and Rebeckah (Joseph)...
Thomas Brow
Nov 7, 2024
THOMAS BROW
Age 86, of Frankfort, passed away on Thursday, November 7th, 2024 at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields.
Thomas is survived by his loving family, wife, Patricia Brow (Trujillo), children, Nicholas (Meredith) Brow, Christina Brow, niece, Joann (Dan) Krause and nephew John Flannery.
Thomas was preceded in death by his parents, James & Florence Brow (Boeger), siblings, James Brow, Nan Brow and Joann...
Frank Kenneth Zohrer
Nov 7, 2024
Frank Kenneth Zohrer, age 83. Devoted husband of Marilynn Zohrer for 60 years. Loving father of Lisa (Joe) and David (Kim) Zohrer. Cherished grandfather of Jessica, Bradley (Melissa), and Jenna Zohrer. Dear great-grandfather of Lillian and Veronika. Doting “Papa” to his fur-baby, Sadie. Frank was a proud Air Force Veteran and a beloved family man. He will be...
Lisa M. Aspel
Nov 5, 2024
Lisa Aspel, 46, of New Lenox was born in Palos Heights, IL to Daniel and Ursula Aspel and passed away November 5, 2024. Beloved wife of Jason Maeder; loving mother of Kayla Aspel, Daniel Maeder, and Joseph Maeder; dear sister of Ursula Aspel; adored daughter in law of Ron and Marie Maeder; fond aunt of Jack Weaver, Jess Weaver, Madison...
Joann Shumway
Nov 4, 2024
Joann Shumway, age 81, of Orland Park, IL went to be with the Lord on November 4, 2024. She was born to Walter and Isabelle (nee Warren) Shumway and was one of five daughters. She is survived by her sister Terry (Rick) Pagano, along with many nieces, nephews, great-nieces/nephews, and countless dear friends.
She was born in Chicago where she was...
Jerry W. Loucado
Nov 3, 2024
Jerry W. Loucado, age 87, passed away peacefully at Palos Hospital on Sunday, November 3, 2024.
Jerry was a graduate of CVS High School in Chicago. He was an Army veteran and worked at Illinois Bell Telephone for 40 years.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Shirley Loucado; children, Martin (Katie) Loucado, Rebecca (Rick) Aurilio, Douglas Loucado, and Vincent (Wendy) Loucado;...
John D. Prebstle
Nov 3, 2024
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of John Prebstle, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who left us unexpectedly on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Born on January 18, 1945 in Chicago Heights, John always wanted to join the service full-time, but instead dedicated six years of his life to the Army Reserves in order to...
Wayne C. Foster Jr.
Nov 2, 2024
On Saturday November 2, 2024, Wayne C Foster Jr passed away peacefully in his sleep listening to the sounds of music and near his beloved bride.Wayne was born to Wayne Charles Foster Sr. and Virgie Mae Foster (nee McCormack) in St. Louis, Missouri on December 3, 1938. He was the eldest of five siblings.He had a deep unwavering love of...
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