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Janice A. Pellmann
Apr 1, 2023
Our beloved Janice A. Pellmann née Hoffmann passed away unexpectedly on April 1, 2023, at the age of 80. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. As a former teacher, she was always drawn to children and had a lifelong love of dogs. In recent years, she’d been an active member of St. John’s United Church of Christ...
Raymond J. Green
Mar 26, 2023
Raymond J. Green, age 68, passed away on March 26, 2023 at his home in Tinley Park, IL. Ray was born in Sturgeon Bay, WI to the late Raymond and the late Estelle Green. Beloved husband of Cynthia Green nee Leuthner of nearly 50 years. Loving father of Rich Green and Cheryl Mitchell nee Green. Proud and caring grandpa of...
James E. See Sr.
Mar 26, 2023
James Edward See Sr., age 74, of New Lenox, IL passed away March 26, 2023. US Marine Veteran. Beloved husband of Carol L See (nee Robinson); loving father of Stephani (Cory) Hammen, Cory (Lyle) Stoflet, and James (Lauren) See Jr.; loving stepfather of Christine Bailey, Kevin (Jennifer) Pooley, and Ronny Pooley Jr.; proud grandfather of Finley Stoflet, Nora See, Evelyn...
Darlene A. Pozdal
Mar 25, 2023
Darlene A. Pozdal, nee Miller age 92, late of Coatesville, IN passed away on March 25, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Edward Pozdal. Loving mother of the late Daniel, Donald (Shannon), and David (Jennifer). Caring grandmother of Stephanie Kavanaugh, Brandee (Austin) Jakubowski, Tyson, Brandon, Dana (Anthony) and Joshua Howell. Proud great grandmother of Tyler, Kaylee, and Giovanni. Dear sister...
Dorothy J. Vrshek
Mar 25, 2023
Dorothy J. Vrshek, age 83, late of Frankfort, IL. Daughter of the late Clayton C. & Edith Martin. Beloved wife of Kenneth M. Vrshek. Loving mother of Debra L. Vrshek, Robert M. (Efi) Vrshek and Lisa (Mike) Bordeaux. Cherished grandmother of Kelseigh, Ava, Alex, Ashley (Eric) Knowles, Matt (Shannon) Bordeaux and great grandmother of Maya, Charlotte and Dex. Caring sister...
Marietta F. O'Heir
Mar 20, 2023
Marietta F. O’Heir nee Rielly, age 84, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away March 20, 2023. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Beloved wife of Donald O’Heir for 62 years. Loving mother of Don O’Heir, Lynn (Mike) LeVigne, and John O’Heir. Caring grandmother of DJ O’Heir, Michael (Stephanie), Matthew, and Marcus LeVigne. Dear daughter of...
Arthur E. Benson Jr.
Mar 12, 2023
Arthur E. Benson Jr., age 95, late of Mokena, IL, passed away March 12, 2023. U.S. Army Veteran. Lifetime parishioner of St. John’s United Church of Christ in Mokena, IL. Arthur enjoyed fishing, photography, and music. He worked for Mokena Wallpaper Mill for 50+ years. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Beloved husband of...
David P. Sonetz
Mar 10, 2023
David P. Sonetz, age 73, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away March 10, 2023. U.S. Army Veteran. David enjoyed fishing, going to car shows, and was an avid dog person. He loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. Beloved husband of Joyce A. Sonetz nee Casey for 53 years. Loving father of Tina (Michael) Schrier,...
Marcia H. Webber
Mar 7, 2023
Marcia H. Webber, nee' Richter, age 82, late of Oak Forest, IL. Beloved wife of James Webber. Loving mother of Laura Webber, Jeffery (Kari) Webber, Greg (Jean) Webber, Christopher (Kristy) Webber. Cherished Grandma of Adam (Lisa), Zach, Casey, Kortney (Alan), Karlie (Odysseaus), Jessica (Jordan), Alec, Basil, Vince, and Dana. Caring Great Grandmother of Noah, Emerson, Eliana, and Maverick. Proud sister...
Alice B. Hoogervorst
Mar 6, 2023
Alice B. Hoogervorst 'nee Vander Sanden, age 95, late of Tinley Park, IL. Loving wife of the late Robert Hoogervorst. Loving mother of John Hoogervorst, Toni (Lawrence) Lee, Mickey (late Martin) Koncel, Lisa (Tony) Persicketti, and the late James & Robert (Marie) Hoogervorst. Cherished grandmother of 20 and great-grandmother of 29. Caring sister of the late Margaret (late John) Loka,...
Jeffrey A. Baker
Mar 5, 2023
Jeffrey A. Baker, age 54, late of Mokena, IL, passed away March 5, 2023. He was a Union member of Millwright Local 1693. Jeffrey enjoyed riding his motorcycle, watching his sons play sports, and woodworking. He was an avid Chicago Bears fan. Loving father of Colin and Cody Baker. Caring companion of Michelle Hogan. Dear son of Loretta and the...
Rose B. Mccahill
Mar 5, 2023
Rose B. McCahill, age 96, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away March 5, 2023. Rose enjoyed painting and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchild. She was a long-time parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church in Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of the late Hugh McCahill. Devoted mother of the late Dr. Kathleen (Mike) McCahill-Compagno. Proud grandmother...
Dorothy L. Smith
Mar 2, 2023
Dorothy Leone (nee Deremer) Smith, age 91, a longtime resident of Tinley Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2023. Dorothy was born in Bedford, Pennsylvania, and after graduating from Bedford High School, went on to secretarial school and became a legal secretary. Beloved wife of the late William David Smith, devoted mother of Steven (Mary Rose) Smith, Robert...
James "Jim" P. Bingham Jr.
Mar 2, 2023
James “Jim” P. Bingham Jr., age 73, late of Mokena, IL passed away March 2, 2023. Jim was often described as one of the kindest, sweetest, and most sincere man you would ever meet. He was thoughtful and welcoming to everybody. He had a unique sense of humor that bordered on goofy. Most of all Jim loved spending time with...
Nancy C. Bishop
Mar 1, 2023
Nancy Bishop 'nee Hynek, age 77, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2023. Beloved wife of Joseph Bishop. Loving mother of Mary Jo ( Milton) Claffy, Joe (Lori) Bishop, John (Tracy) Bishop, and Christine Bishop. Cherished grandmother of the late Mitchell, Jason (Jess), Evan (Emily), Kyle, Parker, Hailey, Regan, and Hannah. Caring sister of Mary Alice, Susan, Theresa, and aunt...
Lottie M. Dybas
Mar 1, 2023
Lottie M. Dybas nee Frydrych, age 92, late of Frankfort, IL, passed away March 1, 2023. Lottie enjoyed bowling, fishing, playing cards, home making, and camping. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loving mother of Jeanne (Bob) Tonkin, John (Deirdre), Jim (Debbie), and Joe (Linda) Dybas. Caring grandmother of Jennifer, Ryan (Sarah), Kimberly (Will),...
Janet M. Langlois
Feb 26, 2023
Janet M. Langlois nee Duffy, age 81, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of Gilbert "Gil" Langlois. Loving mother of Gina (Jeffrey) Janas and Gilbert Langlois II. Caring grandmother of Jeffrey T. (Kayla) Janas, Jenna Janas, and Owen Langlois. Dear sister of Jean (Jim) Kearney, Mary Ann (Dan) Anderson, Peggy (Charlie) Reipsa. Adored aunt and cousin of an ever growing...
Michael F. Reevas
Feb 25, 2023
Michael F. Reevas, age 80, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away February 25, 2023. Michael enjoyed going on motorcycle rides, boating, and tackling any home project. Michael could make friends wherever he went. He was a very dependable person and could make just about anybody laugh. Michael loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. Beloved...
Sandra J. Brown
Feb 12, 2023
Sandra J. Brown, age 79, late of New Lenox, IL, passed away on February 12, 2023. Sandra was born in Brooklyn, NY to Nathan and Constance Soling. Beloved wife of George E. Brown. Loving mother of Linda (Don) Bragiel, Gary (Lisa) Brown. Cherished grandmother of Luke, Clayton, and Leah. Caring sister of Victoria (Jake) Bonanno, and the late William "Buddy"...
John J. Aitchison Sr.
Feb 6, 2023
John J. "Pete Kelly" Aitchison Sr., age 96, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away February 6, 2023. U.S Navy Veteran. Life member of VFW Post 2791. John worked for the Pennsylvania Railroad for 42 years and the Fire Department for 25 years. Loving father of Cheryl (Allen) Godfrey, John (Antoinette) Aitchison Jr., Lorin Valk, and the late Debra Buttermore....
Janice A. Pellmann
Apr 1, 2023
Our beloved Janice A. Pellmann née Hoffmann passed away unexpectedly on April 1, 2023, at the age of 80. She was a wonderful wife, mother, grandmother, and friend. As a former teacher, she was always drawn to children and had a lifelong love of dogs. In recent years, she’d been an active member of St. John’s United Church of Christ...
Raymond J. Green
Mar 26, 2023
Raymond J. Green, age 68, passed away on March 26, 2023 at his home in Tinley Park, IL. Ray was born in Sturgeon Bay, WI to the late Raymond and the late Estelle Green. Beloved husband of Cynthia Green nee Leuthner of nearly 50 years. Loving father of Rich Green and Cheryl Mitchell nee Green. Proud and caring grandpa of...
James E. See Sr.
Mar 26, 2023
James Edward See Sr., age 74, of New Lenox, IL passed away March 26, 2023. US Marine Veteran. Beloved husband of Carol L See (nee Robinson); loving father of Stephani (Cory) Hammen, Cory (Lyle) Stoflet, and James (Lauren) See Jr.; loving stepfather of Christine Bailey, Kevin (Jennifer) Pooley, and Ronny Pooley Jr.; proud grandfather of Finley Stoflet, Nora See, Evelyn...
Darlene A. Pozdal
Mar 25, 2023
Darlene A. Pozdal, nee Miller age 92, late of Coatesville, IN passed away on March 25, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Edward Pozdal. Loving mother of the late Daniel, Donald (Shannon), and David (Jennifer). Caring grandmother of Stephanie Kavanaugh, Brandee (Austin) Jakubowski, Tyson, Brandon, Dana (Anthony) and Joshua Howell. Proud great grandmother of Tyler, Kaylee, and Giovanni. Dear sister...
Dorothy J. Vrshek
Mar 25, 2023
Dorothy J. Vrshek, age 83, late of Frankfort, IL. Daughter of the late Clayton C. & Edith Martin. Beloved wife of Kenneth M. Vrshek. Loving mother of Debra L. Vrshek, Robert M. (Efi) Vrshek and Lisa (Mike) Bordeaux. Cherished grandmother of Kelseigh, Ava, Alex, Ashley (Eric) Knowles, Matt (Shannon) Bordeaux and great grandmother of Maya, Charlotte and Dex. Caring sister...
Marietta F. O'Heir
Mar 20, 2023
Marietta F. O’Heir nee Rielly, age 84, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away March 20, 2023. She enjoyed spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren. Beloved wife of Donald O’Heir for 62 years. Loving mother of Don O’Heir, Lynn (Mike) LeVigne, and John O’Heir. Caring grandmother of DJ O’Heir, Michael (Stephanie), Matthew, and Marcus LeVigne. Dear daughter of...
Arthur E. Benson Jr.
Mar 12, 2023
Arthur E. Benson Jr., age 95, late of Mokena, IL, passed away March 12, 2023. U.S. Army Veteran. Lifetime parishioner of St. John’s United Church of Christ in Mokena, IL. Arthur enjoyed fishing, photography, and music. He worked for Mokena Wallpaper Mill for 50+ years. He loved spending time with his family, especially his grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Beloved husband of...
David P. Sonetz
Mar 10, 2023
David P. Sonetz, age 73, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away March 10, 2023. U.S. Army Veteran. David enjoyed fishing, going to car shows, and was an avid dog person. He loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. Beloved husband of Joyce A. Sonetz nee Casey for 53 years. Loving father of Tina (Michael) Schrier,...
Marcia H. Webber
Mar 7, 2023
Marcia H. Webber, nee' Richter, age 82, late of Oak Forest, IL. Beloved wife of James Webber. Loving mother of Laura Webber, Jeffery (Kari) Webber, Greg (Jean) Webber, Christopher (Kristy) Webber. Cherished Grandma of Adam (Lisa), Zach, Casey, Kortney (Alan), Karlie (Odysseaus), Jessica (Jordan), Alec, Basil, Vince, and Dana. Caring Great Grandmother of Noah, Emerson, Eliana, and Maverick. Proud sister...
Alice B. Hoogervorst
Mar 6, 2023
Alice B. Hoogervorst 'nee Vander Sanden, age 95, late of Tinley Park, IL. Loving wife of the late Robert Hoogervorst. Loving mother of John Hoogervorst, Toni (Lawrence) Lee, Mickey (late Martin) Koncel, Lisa (Tony) Persicketti, and the late James & Robert (Marie) Hoogervorst. Cherished grandmother of 20 and great-grandmother of 29. Caring sister of the late Margaret (late John) Loka,...
Jeffrey A. Baker
Mar 5, 2023
Jeffrey A. Baker, age 54, late of Mokena, IL, passed away March 5, 2023. He was a Union member of Millwright Local 1693. Jeffrey enjoyed riding his motorcycle, watching his sons play sports, and woodworking. He was an avid Chicago Bears fan. Loving father of Colin and Cody Baker. Caring companion of Michelle Hogan. Dear son of Loretta and the...
Rose B. Mccahill
Mar 5, 2023
Rose B. McCahill, age 96, late of Orland Park, IL, passed away March 5, 2023. Rose enjoyed painting and spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchild. She was a long-time parishioner of St. Mary Catholic Church in Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of the late Hugh McCahill. Devoted mother of the late Dr. Kathleen (Mike) McCahill-Compagno. Proud grandmother...
Dorothy L. Smith
Mar 2, 2023
Dorothy Leone (nee Deremer) Smith, age 91, a longtime resident of Tinley Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2023. Dorothy was born in Bedford, Pennsylvania, and after graduating from Bedford High School, went on to secretarial school and became a legal secretary. Beloved wife of the late William David Smith, devoted mother of Steven (Mary Rose) Smith, Robert...
James "Jim" P. Bingham Jr.
Mar 2, 2023
James “Jim” P. Bingham Jr., age 73, late of Mokena, IL passed away March 2, 2023. Jim was often described as one of the kindest, sweetest, and most sincere man you would ever meet. He was thoughtful and welcoming to everybody. He had a unique sense of humor that bordered on goofy. Most of all Jim loved spending time with...
Nancy C. Bishop
Mar 1, 2023
Nancy Bishop 'nee Hynek, age 77, passed away peacefully on March 1, 2023. Beloved wife of Joseph Bishop. Loving mother of Mary Jo ( Milton) Claffy, Joe (Lori) Bishop, John (Tracy) Bishop, and Christine Bishop. Cherished grandmother of the late Mitchell, Jason (Jess), Evan (Emily), Kyle, Parker, Hailey, Regan, and Hannah. Caring sister of Mary Alice, Susan, Theresa, and aunt...
Lottie M. Dybas
Mar 1, 2023
Lottie M. Dybas nee Frydrych, age 92, late of Frankfort, IL, passed away March 1, 2023. Lottie enjoyed bowling, fishing, playing cards, home making, and camping. She loved spending time with her family, especially her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Loving mother of Jeanne (Bob) Tonkin, John (Deirdre), Jim (Debbie), and Joe (Linda) Dybas. Caring grandmother of Jennifer, Ryan (Sarah), Kimberly (Will),...
Janet M. Langlois
Feb 26, 2023
Janet M. Langlois nee Duffy, age 81, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of Gilbert "Gil" Langlois. Loving mother of Gina (Jeffrey) Janas and Gilbert Langlois II. Caring grandmother of Jeffrey T. (Kayla) Janas, Jenna Janas, and Owen Langlois. Dear sister of Jean (Jim) Kearney, Mary Ann (Dan) Anderson, Peggy (Charlie) Reipsa. Adored aunt and cousin of an ever growing...
Michael F. Reevas
Feb 25, 2023
Michael F. Reevas, age 80, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away February 25, 2023. Michael enjoyed going on motorcycle rides, boating, and tackling any home project. Michael could make friends wherever he went. He was a very dependable person and could make just about anybody laugh. Michael loved spending time with his family and friends, especially his grandchildren. Beloved...
Sandra J. Brown
Feb 12, 2023
Sandra J. Brown, age 79, late of New Lenox, IL, passed away on February 12, 2023. Sandra was born in Brooklyn, NY to Nathan and Constance Soling. Beloved wife of George E. Brown. Loving mother of Linda (Don) Bragiel, Gary (Lisa) Brown. Cherished grandmother of Luke, Clayton, and Leah. Caring sister of Victoria (Jake) Bonanno, and the late William "Buddy"...
John J. Aitchison Sr.
Feb 6, 2023
John J. "Pete Kelly" Aitchison Sr., age 96, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away February 6, 2023. U.S Navy Veteran. Life member of VFW Post 2791. John worked for the Pennsylvania Railroad for 42 years and the Fire Department for 25 years. Loving father of Cheryl (Allen) Godfrey, John (Antoinette) Aitchison Jr., Lorin Valk, and the late Debra Buttermore....
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