Paula M. Forester

Paula Forester, 81, of Mokena, Illinois, passed away peacefully on December 13, 2021. Paula (born on July 15, 1940) was predeceased by her parents, Fred and Lena Scatena, as well as her husband Charles Forester. She is survived by her sister, Loretta Szafranski; her two daughters, Tracy (Dominic) Rosignolo and Kari (Notch) Thiele; three granddaughters, Heather (Jason) Zorena, Rebecca (Anthony Gebbia) Rosignolo and Amanda Rosignolo; and two great granddaughters Rosalie Zorena and Magnolia Zorena.
Paula first and foremost loved God above all else. She was dedicated to her church and regularly volunteered in her service to others. She was a devoted mother, cherished grandmother and adoring Gigi. As the matriarch of our family, she defined independence, strength and compassion by living each day by the grace of God. Our golden girl will be dearly missed but she is at peace with the Lord.
In lieu of flowers, please make donations to: St. John’s United Church of Christ in Mokena, Illinois.

Visitation Friday 10:00 AM until time of Service 11:00 AM at St. John United Church of Christ 11100 Second Street, Mokena, IL. 60448. Interment is Private.
Arrangement entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home, Mokena, IL. For information on services, 708-479-1210.