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Ingrid M. Butler

Ingrid M. Butler

Dec 21, 2022

Ingrid M. Butler, age 68, late of Mokena, IL. Preceded in death by her parents Josef & Elfriede Masek. Beloved wife of Michael Butler. Caring sister of Gerda (the late Josef) Neumayer. Cherished sister-in-law of Sheila Butler and Richard (Lorie) Butler. Cherished aunt of Joseph (Torie) Butler, cousin of Xenia Reickah, and niece of Hermann Koril. Ingrid worked at St....

Sharon J. Duehr

Sharon J. Duehr

Dec 21, 2022

Sharon J. Duehr nee Kohl, age 83, late of Mokena, IL, passed away peacefully December 21, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Melvin Duehr. Loving mother of Dianna (Art) Smoljan. Cherished grandmother of Michael (Annie) Smoljan and Lindsay (David) Perry. Cherished great-grandmother of John Smoljan. Caring sister of the late Robert (Elaine) Kohl and Leslie (Carol McNichols) Kohl. Caring sister-in-law...

Arlene Marcella Bisbikis

Arlene Marcella Bisbikis

Dec 20, 2022

No obituary found for this tribute.

Brett A. Erickson

Brett A. Erickson

Dec 16, 2022

“May the Lord bless you and keep you. May He make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you. May he lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.” Numbers 6:24-26. On December 16th at 11:30 am, the Lord made His face to shine upon Brett Alan Erickson, age 57 of Mokena, IL, and gave...

Mary H. Putman

Mary H. Putman

Dec 15, 2022

It is with deep sorrow and much love, we mourn the passing of Mary Putman, 90, of Mokena, Illinois. She passed away peacefully with her husband at her side on December 15, 2022. She was born in Amsterdam to the late Louis and Cornnelius Stoelinga. She is survived by her husband Anton, four sons, John (Tina), James, Thomas, deceased, (Jackie),...

Donald M. Sladek

Donald M. Sladek

Dec 14, 2022

Donald M. Sladek, age 90. late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of Helen Sladek, Loving father of Donna (Mike) O'Brien, Linda (Dennis) Carduff, Anne-Marie (Bob) Penz, and Don (Missy) Sladek. Cherished grandpa of Michelle, Chris, Kim, Matt, Dave, Jackie, Joey, Jake, Josh, and Great grandpa of (6).

Anna Sinise

Anna Sinise

Dec 13, 2022

Visitation Friday December 16, 2022, 9:30-10:30 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue, Tinley Park IL. 60477. Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM at Incarnation Catholic Church. Interment in St. Benedict Cemetery.

Wanda Jendral

Wanda Jendral

Dec 11, 2022

Entombment Service was held December 14, 2022 at Holy Cross Cemetery.

Mary K. Cella

Mary K. Cella

Dec 9, 2022

Mary K. “Kathy” Cella, age 83 of Chicago Heights, wife for 47 years to the late Joseph Cella. Mother of Mike (Christine), the late Tom (Teri) Cella and Peggy (Bill) O’Brien. Grandmother of Nicole (Joe) Baber, Tony (Jenna), Stephanie (Bob) Sindelar, Matt (Katelyn), Brandon and Megan O’Brien and Joyce Garside. Great grandmother to Dylan, Braxton, Carson, Mallory, Mia, Anna, Ellie,...

Vasiliki Poulos

Vasiliki Poulos

Dec 8, 2022

Vasiliki “Vaso” Poulos, 82, (nee Seretis) fell asleep peacefully at her home with her family by her side on December 8th, 2022. Vaso was born on October 14, 1940 in Spata, Greece to Katina and Thanasis Seretis. Vaso was the beloved wife of Nikolas “Niko” Poulos whom she married on June 12, 1966. They enjoyed 56 years together. She was...

Thomas J. Hendricks

Thomas J. Hendricks

Dec 7, 2022

Thomas J. Hendricks, late of Tinley Park, IL formerly of Oak Lawn, IL. Beloved husband for 56 years of Katheryne Hendricks nee Smith. Loving father of Kurt and Paula (Kerwin) Laurie. Caring grandfather of Emma and Grace Hendricks, Janai Laurie. Dear brother in law, uncle and great uncle. Former daughter in law Barbara Hendricks. Funeral Saturday, December 17, 2022, 10:00...

Thomas F. Nolan Iii

Thomas F. Nolan Iii

Dec 5, 2022

Thomas F. Nolan III, age 84, long time resident of Tinley Park, IL, US Army Veteran, retired AT&T Executive. Beloved husband of Sara Nolan nee Guzick. Loving father of Tom (Patty), Tim (Debbie), Theresa, Kathy (Rob) Krueger. Caring grandfather of Kyle, Kevin, Ryan, Josh, Maggie, Kate, Carolyn, Sara, Allie, Nolan and Brenden. Dear friend of many. Tom was a parishioner...

Eleanor E. Pieczonka

Eleanor E. Pieczonka

Dec 2, 2022

Eleanor E. Pieczonka, age 89, late of Frankfort, IL. Beloved wife of the late Charles J. Pieczonka. Loving mother of Debra (Linda Henn) Pieczonka, David (Chris) Pieczonka, Denise (Tod) Friske, Danette (Jeff) Wells, and the late Donna Pieczonka. Caring sister of Helen Lundberg, and Gloria Buksa and numerous deceased siblings. Proud aunt to many nieces and nephews. Cherished grandmother of...

Sr. Patricia Dailey

Sr. Patricia Dailey

Nov 29, 2022

No obituary found for this tribute.

Joseph A. Cartolano

Joseph A. Cartolano

Nov 27, 2022

Joseph Cartolano, age 51, long time resident of Orland Park and graduate of Carl Sandburg High School, passed away on November 23. Joseph loved taking things apart and fixing them since he was a child. He was a hard-working business owner who poured his heart and soul into his company, Audio Tech. When he wasn’t working you could find him...

Leonard J. Stein

Leonard J. Stein

Nov 26, 2022

Leonard J. Stein, Age 92, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved husband of the late Bunnie Stein nee Pribyl. Loving father of Kyle (Alain) Binette, Kim (Tom) Bierne, and the late Philip Stein. Cherished grandfather of Corey Anne Krol, Jared Krol, Justin Binette and Shayna Van Bruggen. Proud great grandfather of Theo, and Beau. In lieu of flowers, donations can...

Gloria L. Fowler

Gloria L. Fowler

Nov 26, 2022

Gloria L. Fowler nee Anderson, age 92, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Richard Fowler. Loving mother of Rick (Joyce), Tom (Marilyn), Cheryl (Jerry) Cassidy, Tim (Sonya). Proud grandmother of Bobby, Katie, Brian, Michael, Lisa, Jerry Jr., Jenny, Jimmy, Chelsea, Jessica and great grandmother of Brecken, Everett, Jack, Lee, Grace, Lily, Addie, Hadley, Maisey, Carter, Cammie,...

Flordelina Marcos

Flordelina Marcos

Nov 21, 2022

No obituary found for this tribute.

John G. Richardson

John G. Richardson

Nov 21, 2022

John G. Richardson, age 77, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away November 21, 2022. U.S. Vietnam Army Veteran. John was an aviation enthusiast, an artist, and enjoyed fishing. Loving father of Michael (Michelle) Richardson, Keith Richardson, and Steve Richardson. Caring grandfather of Katrina, Connor, and Kyle. Beloved husband of the late Deborah (nee’ Whitworth) Richardson. Dear son of the...

David James Hersrud

David James Hersrud

Nov 21, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of David “DJ” Hersrud announce his sudden passing on Monday, November 21, 2022, at the age of 33. Preceding him in death are his Mother Diane Hersrud and his Uncle Jim Szykowny. DJ is survived by his father David R. Hersrud and his beloved daughters Gianna and Dahlia. He will be forever...

Ingrid M. Butler

Ingrid M. Butler

Dec 21, 2022

Ingrid M. Butler, age 68, late of Mokena, IL. Preceded in death by her parents Josef & Elfriede Masek. Beloved wife of Michael Butler. Caring sister of Gerda (the late Josef) Neumayer. Cherished sister-in-law of Sheila Butler and Richard (Lorie) Butler. Cherished aunt of Joseph (Torie) Butler, cousin of Xenia Reickah, and niece of Hermann Koril. Ingrid worked at St....

Sharon J. Duehr

Sharon J. Duehr

Dec 21, 2022

Sharon J. Duehr nee Kohl, age 83, late of Mokena, IL, passed away peacefully December 21, 2022. Beloved wife of the late Melvin Duehr. Loving mother of Dianna (Art) Smoljan. Cherished grandmother of Michael (Annie) Smoljan and Lindsay (David) Perry. Cherished great-grandmother of John Smoljan. Caring sister of the late Robert (Elaine) Kohl and Leslie (Carol McNichols) Kohl. Caring sister-in-law...

Arlene Marcella Bisbikis

Arlene Marcella Bisbikis

Dec 20, 2022

No obituary found for this tribute.

Brett A. Erickson

Brett A. Erickson

Dec 16, 2022

“May the Lord bless you and keep you. May He make His face to shine upon you and be gracious to you. May he lift up his countenance upon you and give you peace.” Numbers 6:24-26. On December 16th at 11:30 am, the Lord made His face to shine upon Brett Alan Erickson, age 57 of Mokena, IL, and gave...

Mary H. Putman

Mary H. Putman

Dec 15, 2022

It is with deep sorrow and much love, we mourn the passing of Mary Putman, 90, of Mokena, Illinois. She passed away peacefully with her husband at her side on December 15, 2022. She was born in Amsterdam to the late Louis and Cornnelius Stoelinga. She is survived by her husband Anton, four sons, John (Tina), James, Thomas, deceased, (Jackie),...

Donald M. Sladek

Donald M. Sladek

Dec 14, 2022

Donald M. Sladek, age 90. late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of Helen Sladek, Loving father of Donna (Mike) O'Brien, Linda (Dennis) Carduff, Anne-Marie (Bob) Penz, and Don (Missy) Sladek. Cherished grandpa of Michelle, Chris, Kim, Matt, Dave, Jackie, Joey, Jake, Josh, and Great grandpa of (6).

Anna Sinise

Anna Sinise

Dec 13, 2022

Visitation Friday December 16, 2022, 9:30-10:30 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue, Tinley Park IL. 60477. Funeral Mass at 11:00 AM at Incarnation Catholic Church. Interment in St. Benedict Cemetery.

Wanda Jendral

Wanda Jendral

Dec 11, 2022

Entombment Service was held December 14, 2022 at Holy Cross Cemetery.

Mary K. Cella

Mary K. Cella

Dec 9, 2022

Mary K. “Kathy” Cella, age 83 of Chicago Heights, wife for 47 years to the late Joseph Cella. Mother of Mike (Christine), the late Tom (Teri) Cella and Peggy (Bill) O’Brien. Grandmother of Nicole (Joe) Baber, Tony (Jenna), Stephanie (Bob) Sindelar, Matt (Katelyn), Brandon and Megan O’Brien and Joyce Garside. Great grandmother to Dylan, Braxton, Carson, Mallory, Mia, Anna, Ellie,...

Vasiliki Poulos

Vasiliki Poulos

Dec 8, 2022

Vasiliki “Vaso” Poulos, 82, (nee Seretis) fell asleep peacefully at her home with her family by her side on December 8th, 2022. Vaso was born on October 14, 1940 in Spata, Greece to Katina and Thanasis Seretis. Vaso was the beloved wife of Nikolas “Niko” Poulos whom she married on June 12, 1966. They enjoyed 56 years together. She was...

Thomas J. Hendricks

Thomas J. Hendricks

Dec 7, 2022

Thomas J. Hendricks, late of Tinley Park, IL formerly of Oak Lawn, IL. Beloved husband for 56 years of Katheryne Hendricks nee Smith. Loving father of Kurt and Paula (Kerwin) Laurie. Caring grandfather of Emma and Grace Hendricks, Janai Laurie. Dear brother in law, uncle and great uncle. Former daughter in law Barbara Hendricks. Funeral Saturday, December 17, 2022, 10:00...

Thomas F. Nolan Iii

Thomas F. Nolan Iii

Dec 5, 2022

Thomas F. Nolan III, age 84, long time resident of Tinley Park, IL, US Army Veteran, retired AT&T Executive. Beloved husband of Sara Nolan nee Guzick. Loving father of Tom (Patty), Tim (Debbie), Theresa, Kathy (Rob) Krueger. Caring grandfather of Kyle, Kevin, Ryan, Josh, Maggie, Kate, Carolyn, Sara, Allie, Nolan and Brenden. Dear friend of many. Tom was a parishioner...

Eleanor E. Pieczonka

Eleanor E. Pieczonka

Dec 2, 2022

Eleanor E. Pieczonka, age 89, late of Frankfort, IL. Beloved wife of the late Charles J. Pieczonka. Loving mother of Debra (Linda Henn) Pieczonka, David (Chris) Pieczonka, Denise (Tod) Friske, Danette (Jeff) Wells, and the late Donna Pieczonka. Caring sister of Helen Lundberg, and Gloria Buksa and numerous deceased siblings. Proud aunt to many nieces and nephews. Cherished grandmother of...

Sr. Patricia Dailey

Sr. Patricia Dailey

Nov 29, 2022

No obituary found for this tribute.

Joseph A. Cartolano

Joseph A. Cartolano

Nov 27, 2022

Joseph Cartolano, age 51, long time resident of Orland Park and graduate of Carl Sandburg High School, passed away on November 23. Joseph loved taking things apart and fixing them since he was a child. He was a hard-working business owner who poured his heart and soul into his company, Audio Tech. When he wasn’t working you could find him...

Leonard J. Stein

Leonard J. Stein

Nov 26, 2022

Leonard J. Stein, Age 92, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved husband of the late Bunnie Stein nee Pribyl. Loving father of Kyle (Alain) Binette, Kim (Tom) Bierne, and the late Philip Stein. Cherished grandfather of Corey Anne Krol, Jared Krol, Justin Binette and Shayna Van Bruggen. Proud great grandfather of Theo, and Beau. In lieu of flowers, donations can...

Gloria L. Fowler

Gloria L. Fowler

Nov 26, 2022

Gloria L. Fowler nee Anderson, age 92, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Richard Fowler. Loving mother of Rick (Joyce), Tom (Marilyn), Cheryl (Jerry) Cassidy, Tim (Sonya). Proud grandmother of Bobby, Katie, Brian, Michael, Lisa, Jerry Jr., Jenny, Jimmy, Chelsea, Jessica and great grandmother of Brecken, Everett, Jack, Lee, Grace, Lily, Addie, Hadley, Maisey, Carter, Cammie,...

Flordelina Marcos

Flordelina Marcos

Nov 21, 2022

No obituary found for this tribute.

John G. Richardson

John G. Richardson

Nov 21, 2022

John G. Richardson, age 77, late of Tinley Park, IL, passed away November 21, 2022. U.S. Vietnam Army Veteran. John was an aviation enthusiast, an artist, and enjoyed fishing. Loving father of Michael (Michelle) Richardson, Keith Richardson, and Steve Richardson. Caring grandfather of Katrina, Connor, and Kyle. Beloved husband of the late Deborah (nee’ Whitworth) Richardson. Dear son of the...

David James Hersrud

David James Hersrud

Nov 21, 2022

It is with great sadness that the family of David “DJ” Hersrud announce his sudden passing on Monday, November 21, 2022, at the age of 33. Preceding him in death are his Mother Diane Hersrud and his Uncle Jim Szykowny. DJ is survived by his father David R. Hersrud and his beloved daughters Gianna and Dahlia. He will be forever...

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