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John E. Storey Iii

John E. Storey Iii

May 9, 2023

John E. Storey III, age 72, of New Lenox passed away May 9, 2023. US Army Veteran of the 82nd Airborne. Beloved husband Nancy Storey nee Williams; loving father of Sandy Metler and the late Nicholas Storey; proud grand dog dad of Pierre; caring brother of Lynn Chapman, Judy (Bruce) Sokol, Brad (Pam) Storey, and Paula (Gary) Adams; dear son...

Thomas Gordon

Thomas Gordon

May 8, 2023

Services are private.

Elizabeth A. Lenzi

Elizabeth A. Lenzi

May 8, 2023

Elizabeth A. Lenzi, 'nee Cole, age 84, late of Frankfort, IL. Beloved wife of the late Gino Lenzi. Loving mother of Gino Lenzi, and Dave Lenzi. Cherished grandmother of Thomas, Matthew, and Joseph. Caring mother-in-law of Dawn Flesher. Sister of the late Joan (Mike) Marciano, the late Bill Cole. Proud aunt to many nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday, May 13th,...

Nancy Lee Vroman

Nancy Lee Vroman

May 7, 2023

No obituary listed. Funeral services were held in private.

Mary Ellen Whited

Mary Ellen Whited

May 7, 2023

Mary Ellen Whited, age 77, late of Tinley Park. Loving companion of Curtis Wickline. Devoted sister of Lois (the late Matthew) Lynch, the late William (Donna) Whited, Margaret (the late William) Reichold, the late John (Helga) Whited, Patrick J. (Anne Marie) Whited, Michael (JoDel) Whited. Caring aunt and nieces and nephews. Interment in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. For more information...

Allan A. Mack

Allan A. Mack

May 5, 2023

Allan A. Mack, age, 94, late of Orland Park, IL. Beloved husband of the late Donna Mack 'nee Hoym. Loving father of Andrew (Mary) Mack, Nina (Bob) Sarsfield, Jay (Kathy) Mack. Cherished grandfather of 6, and great grandfather of 1. Caring brother of William Mack, the late Edward Mack, the late Donald Mack, Lorraine Gawlik. In lieu of flowers, donations...

James Gorecki

James Gorecki

May 5, 2023

James Gorecki, age 74, late of Mokena, IL, passed away May 5, 2023. James was a longtime parishioner of St. Mary Church in Mokena, IL. He enjoyed spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. Beloved husband of Carol Gorecki nee Wayer for 53 years. Loving father of James (Kathy) Gorecki, Richard (Kerry) Gorecki, and Rebecca (Jerry) Dowling. Cherished grandfather of...

Edward J. Gatton Sr.

Edward J. Gatton Sr.

May 4, 2023

Edward J. Gatton Sr., age 74, late of Mokena, IL, passed away May 4, 2023. U.S Vietnam Army Veteran of the 173rd Airborne Brigade. Proud local 597 pipefitter for 45 years. Edward loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren whom he doted on. He was an avid Notre Dame football fan. Edward enjoyed listening to The Beach Boys,...

Donald Bakken

Donald Bakken

May 4, 2023

Donald Bakken, age 83, late of Mokena, IL, passed away peacefully May 4, 2023. Born November 8, 1939, in Chicago, IL. Beloved husband of Donna Bakken nee Lau. Loving father of Ginger (Tom) Krol, Sharon (Joe) Bushen, Donald M. (Kim) Bakken, and Pamela (Joe) Bakken-Miller. Proud grandfather of 7 and great-grandfather of 8. Dear son of the late John Bakken...

Christianne M. Oriente

Christianne M. Oriente

Apr 30, 2023

Christianne M. Oriente, age 66, late of Crestwood, IL, passed away April 30, 2023. Loving daughter of the late Nancy nee Volek and the late Daniel A. Oriente. Cherished sister of Barry Oriente, Brian (Juliann) Oriente and the late Daniel J. Oriente. Dear niece of Shirleen Clining. Proud aunt of Matthew (Kelly) Oriente, David (Emily) Oriente and Daniel R. Oriente....

Allison Irene Morgenthal

Allison Irene Morgenthal

Apr 26, 2023

Allison I. Morgenthal 'nee Soyke , age 74, late of Tinley Park. Beloved wife of William Morgenthal. Loving mother of Arlene Hufnagl, and Adrienne Dennis. Cherished grandmother of Emily, Ethan, Amanda, Ryan, Kailey, and great grandmother of Dylan. Caring sister of Linda (Pat) Ward, and the late Laura Wiltberger. Visitation Friday April 28, 2023, from 3:00-8:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral...

Roger S. Jezler Sr.

Roger S. Jezler Sr.

Apr 24, 2023

Roger S. Jezler, age 89, US Army Korean War Veteran, late of Glenwood, IL. Beloved husband of the late Hazel Jezler. Loving mother of Lynn (Marty) Kiedrow, the late Laura Ann Jezler, Roger (Maggie) Jezler Jr., and Jennifer Jezler. Cherished grandfather of John (Aimee) Maxedon Jr, the late Steven Giuliani, Kyle Jezler, and great grandfather of Benjamin and Grace Maxedon....

Lucille C. Maddux

Lucille C. Maddux

Apr 21, 2023

Lucille C. Maddux, age 99, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Howard Maddux Sr. Loving mother of Sharon (Roland) Dieter, Howard Maddux Jr. ,and Thomas Maddux. Cherished grandmother of Lisa Dieter, Amber Dieter, and David (Terri Wiseman) Williams. Caring sister of Romana Forfia.

James B. Mcdonald

James B. Mcdonald

Apr 21, 2023

Rev. James B. McDonald, age 74, of New Lenox passed away peacefully April 21, 2023. Born June 4, 1948 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Beloved husband of Rev. Greta McDonald (nee Schumm); loving father of Danica (David) Johnson and Colin (Lauren) McDonald; proud grandfather Kellen Johnson, Bryce Johnson, Ainsley Johnson, and Louise McDonald. Preceded in death by his parents Lillian (nee...

Elinor " Kay" Erickson

Elinor " Kay" Erickson

Apr 21, 2023

Elinor "Kay" Erickson, nee Rice, age 82, late of Lena, IL, formally Mokena, IL. Loving wife of Darrell Erickson. Loving mom of Mary (Tony) Velcich, Glen "Gus" (Lisa) Erickson, Amy (the late Hiram) Wurf, and the late Kent Erickson. Cherished Nana, Patrick (Kara) Erickson, Katie (Tommy Sargis) Erickson, Nicholas (Emma Gordon) Velcich, Jessica (Ryan Dillavou) Velcich, Megan Wurf, Joel Wurf,...

Alyssa Renee Vickers

Alyssa Renee Vickers

Apr 19, 2023

Alyssa Renee Vickers, age 28, late of Frankfort, IL. Survived by her parents Melanie Fehser and William Vickers, brother Kevin (Ashley) Vickers, grandparents Dennis and Sharon Schelinski and Fred Lusyk Jr. Dear great granddaughter of Warren Selke, great niece of Diane Briggs, Daniel (Carolyn) Selke, and Michael Selke, niece of Michalel Snoreck, Marisa Snoreck, Fred Lusyk III., and many dear...

Thomas "Tom" G. Dohm

Thomas "Tom" G. Dohm

Apr 17, 2023

Thomas “Tom” G. Dohm, age 84, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away April 17, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Proud railroad conductor for the Rock Island Line for 23 years. Thomas always enjoyed spending time and making memories with his grandchildren. He was a wonderful man who loved his coffee, boating, and the New York...

Celinda "Cindy" Mayer

Celinda "Cindy" Mayer

Apr 10, 2023

Celinda “Cindy” Mayer nee Bateman, age 58, of Orland Park entered into God’s kingdom on April 10, 2023. Cindy is survived by her loving and devoted husband of almost 35 years, Thomas. She is also survived by her four children, Molly (Adam) Jordan, Brian, Kara (Logan) Pollei, and Hannah, her parents, Robert and Jane Bateman, and father-in-law George (late Geraldine)...

Stephen L. Stout

Stephen L. Stout

Apr 7, 2023

Stephen Lewis Stout, 66, passed away at his home Friday, April 7th, 2023 following a fall. Steve was born July 31st, 1956, to Marian Ruth (Kiefer) Stout and William Leslie Stout in Joliet, Illinois. He graduated from Lockport Central High School in 1974, and in 1976 started working for Commonwealth Edison (now Midwest Generation). Steve was a dedicated worker and...

Megan Ann Zyla

Megan Ann Zyla

Apr 5, 2023

Megan Ann Zyla, age 27, late of Kewanee, IL, passed away April 5, 2023. Megan was often described as a very kind and generous person. She would go out of her way to help those around her. Her presence would light up any room she walked into. Megan always had a great sense of humor and would easily make people...

John E. Storey Iii

John E. Storey Iii

May 9, 2023

John E. Storey III, age 72, of New Lenox passed away May 9, 2023. US Army Veteran of the 82nd Airborne. Beloved husband Nancy Storey nee Williams; loving father of Sandy Metler and the late Nicholas Storey; proud grand dog dad of Pierre; caring brother of Lynn Chapman, Judy (Bruce) Sokol, Brad (Pam) Storey, and Paula (Gary) Adams; dear son...

Thomas Gordon

Thomas Gordon

May 8, 2023

Services are private.

Elizabeth A. Lenzi

Elizabeth A. Lenzi

May 8, 2023

Elizabeth A. Lenzi, 'nee Cole, age 84, late of Frankfort, IL. Beloved wife of the late Gino Lenzi. Loving mother of Gino Lenzi, and Dave Lenzi. Cherished grandmother of Thomas, Matthew, and Joseph. Caring mother-in-law of Dawn Flesher. Sister of the late Joan (Mike) Marciano, the late Bill Cole. Proud aunt to many nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday, May 13th,...

Nancy Lee Vroman

Nancy Lee Vroman

May 7, 2023

No obituary listed. Funeral services were held in private.

Mary Ellen Whited

Mary Ellen Whited

May 7, 2023

Mary Ellen Whited, age 77, late of Tinley Park. Loving companion of Curtis Wickline. Devoted sister of Lois (the late Matthew) Lynch, the late William (Donna) Whited, Margaret (the late William) Reichold, the late John (Helga) Whited, Patrick J. (Anne Marie) Whited, Michael (JoDel) Whited. Caring aunt and nieces and nephews. Interment in Queen of Heaven Cemetery. For more information...

Allan A. Mack

Allan A. Mack

May 5, 2023

Allan A. Mack, age, 94, late of Orland Park, IL. Beloved husband of the late Donna Mack 'nee Hoym. Loving father of Andrew (Mary) Mack, Nina (Bob) Sarsfield, Jay (Kathy) Mack. Cherished grandfather of 6, and great grandfather of 1. Caring brother of William Mack, the late Edward Mack, the late Donald Mack, Lorraine Gawlik. In lieu of flowers, donations...

James Gorecki

James Gorecki

May 5, 2023

James Gorecki, age 74, late of Mokena, IL, passed away May 5, 2023. James was a longtime parishioner of St. Mary Church in Mokena, IL. He enjoyed spending time with family, especially his grandchildren. Beloved husband of Carol Gorecki nee Wayer for 53 years. Loving father of James (Kathy) Gorecki, Richard (Kerry) Gorecki, and Rebecca (Jerry) Dowling. Cherished grandfather of...

Edward J. Gatton Sr.

Edward J. Gatton Sr.

May 4, 2023

Edward J. Gatton Sr., age 74, late of Mokena, IL, passed away May 4, 2023. U.S Vietnam Army Veteran of the 173rd Airborne Brigade. Proud local 597 pipefitter for 45 years. Edward loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren whom he doted on. He was an avid Notre Dame football fan. Edward enjoyed listening to The Beach Boys,...

Donald Bakken

Donald Bakken

May 4, 2023

Donald Bakken, age 83, late of Mokena, IL, passed away peacefully May 4, 2023. Born November 8, 1939, in Chicago, IL. Beloved husband of Donna Bakken nee Lau. Loving father of Ginger (Tom) Krol, Sharon (Joe) Bushen, Donald M. (Kim) Bakken, and Pamela (Joe) Bakken-Miller. Proud grandfather of 7 and great-grandfather of 8. Dear son of the late John Bakken...

Christianne M. Oriente

Christianne M. Oriente

Apr 30, 2023

Christianne M. Oriente, age 66, late of Crestwood, IL, passed away April 30, 2023. Loving daughter of the late Nancy nee Volek and the late Daniel A. Oriente. Cherished sister of Barry Oriente, Brian (Juliann) Oriente and the late Daniel J. Oriente. Dear niece of Shirleen Clining. Proud aunt of Matthew (Kelly) Oriente, David (Emily) Oriente and Daniel R. Oriente....

Allison Irene Morgenthal

Allison Irene Morgenthal

Apr 26, 2023

Allison I. Morgenthal 'nee Soyke , age 74, late of Tinley Park. Beloved wife of William Morgenthal. Loving mother of Arlene Hufnagl, and Adrienne Dennis. Cherished grandmother of Emily, Ethan, Amanda, Ryan, Kailey, and great grandmother of Dylan. Caring sister of Linda (Pat) Ward, and the late Laura Wiltberger. Visitation Friday April 28, 2023, from 3:00-8:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral...

Roger S. Jezler Sr.

Roger S. Jezler Sr.

Apr 24, 2023

Roger S. Jezler, age 89, US Army Korean War Veteran, late of Glenwood, IL. Beloved husband of the late Hazel Jezler. Loving mother of Lynn (Marty) Kiedrow, the late Laura Ann Jezler, Roger (Maggie) Jezler Jr., and Jennifer Jezler. Cherished grandfather of John (Aimee) Maxedon Jr, the late Steven Giuliani, Kyle Jezler, and great grandfather of Benjamin and Grace Maxedon....

Lucille C. Maddux

Lucille C. Maddux

Apr 21, 2023

Lucille C. Maddux, age 99, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Howard Maddux Sr. Loving mother of Sharon (Roland) Dieter, Howard Maddux Jr. ,and Thomas Maddux. Cherished grandmother of Lisa Dieter, Amber Dieter, and David (Terri Wiseman) Williams. Caring sister of Romana Forfia.

James B. Mcdonald

James B. Mcdonald

Apr 21, 2023

Rev. James B. McDonald, age 74, of New Lenox passed away peacefully April 21, 2023. Born June 4, 1948 in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. Beloved husband of Rev. Greta McDonald (nee Schumm); loving father of Danica (David) Johnson and Colin (Lauren) McDonald; proud grandfather Kellen Johnson, Bryce Johnson, Ainsley Johnson, and Louise McDonald. Preceded in death by his parents Lillian (nee...

Elinor " Kay" Erickson

Elinor " Kay" Erickson

Apr 21, 2023

Elinor "Kay" Erickson, nee Rice, age 82, late of Lena, IL, formally Mokena, IL. Loving wife of Darrell Erickson. Loving mom of Mary (Tony) Velcich, Glen "Gus" (Lisa) Erickson, Amy (the late Hiram) Wurf, and the late Kent Erickson. Cherished Nana, Patrick (Kara) Erickson, Katie (Tommy Sargis) Erickson, Nicholas (Emma Gordon) Velcich, Jessica (Ryan Dillavou) Velcich, Megan Wurf, Joel Wurf,...

Alyssa Renee Vickers

Alyssa Renee Vickers

Apr 19, 2023

Alyssa Renee Vickers, age 28, late of Frankfort, IL. Survived by her parents Melanie Fehser and William Vickers, brother Kevin (Ashley) Vickers, grandparents Dennis and Sharon Schelinski and Fred Lusyk Jr. Dear great granddaughter of Warren Selke, great niece of Diane Briggs, Daniel (Carolyn) Selke, and Michael Selke, niece of Michalel Snoreck, Marisa Snoreck, Fred Lusyk III., and many dear...

Thomas "Tom" G. Dohm

Thomas "Tom" G. Dohm

Apr 17, 2023

Thomas “Tom” G. Dohm, age 84, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away April 17, 2023. He was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather. Proud railroad conductor for the Rock Island Line for 23 years. Thomas always enjoyed spending time and making memories with his grandchildren. He was a wonderful man who loved his coffee, boating, and the New York...

Celinda "Cindy" Mayer

Celinda "Cindy" Mayer

Apr 10, 2023

Celinda “Cindy” Mayer nee Bateman, age 58, of Orland Park entered into God’s kingdom on April 10, 2023. Cindy is survived by her loving and devoted husband of almost 35 years, Thomas. She is also survived by her four children, Molly (Adam) Jordan, Brian, Kara (Logan) Pollei, and Hannah, her parents, Robert and Jane Bateman, and father-in-law George (late Geraldine)...

Stephen L. Stout

Stephen L. Stout

Apr 7, 2023

Stephen Lewis Stout, 66, passed away at his home Friday, April 7th, 2023 following a fall. Steve was born July 31st, 1956, to Marian Ruth (Kiefer) Stout and William Leslie Stout in Joliet, Illinois. He graduated from Lockport Central High School in 1974, and in 1976 started working for Commonwealth Edison (now Midwest Generation). Steve was a dedicated worker and...

Megan Ann Zyla

Megan Ann Zyla

Apr 5, 2023

Megan Ann Zyla, age 27, late of Kewanee, IL, passed away April 5, 2023. Megan was often described as a very kind and generous person. She would go out of her way to help those around her. Her presence would light up any room she walked into. Megan always had a great sense of humor and would easily make people...

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