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Estelle J. Pietrzyk
May 19, 2021
Estelle J. Pietrzyk, age 103, passed away May 19, 2021. Beloved mother to Joan Drozd, Carole Clerkin, and Joyce Wall. Caring Aunt to Joyce Bohac. Loving Grandmother to Debra Burge (Jeff), William Drozd (Carla), Karen Drozd, Denise Campnell (Michael), Linda Clerkin, Christine Clerkin-Zenz (David), Colin Clerkin (Julie), Jeffrey Wall, and Daniel Wall. Proud Great-grandmother to Ashley Miller, Eddy Miller, Jonathon...
Incoronata M. Puttkammer
May 18, 2021
Incoronata M. Puttkammer, age 78, passed away May 18, 2021 surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by her parents Antonio and Anna Lamorte, and husband Raymond Puttkammer. Loving mother of Cindy (Tim) Pajak, Joanne (Phillip) Dispensa, and Tony (Lori) Puttkammer. Cherished grandmother of Dominik, Anthony, John, and Victoria. Caring aunt of Stephen (Susan) Dorsch, Michael Dorsch, Anna, Morris, Joe...
Kathleen P. Sarhage
May 15, 2021
Kathleen P. Sarhage nee Loftus. Beloved wife of the late Ronald Sarhage. Loving mother of Daniel (Kathleen), Jack Ret. CFD (Sue), Martin (Christina), Timothy Ret. PHFD (Katie). Dear grandmother of Dan, Maureen, Pat CFD, Katie, Sean SFD, Kelly, Nick, Joe, John, Timmy, Kevin and great-grandmother of Maeve, Eloise, Violet, Flora, Jett, Navy Jo, Jack, and Lucy. Dear sister of Maureen...
Alice J. Ficker
May 14, 2021
Alice J. Ficker nee Hoogervorst, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Deacon John B. Ficker. Loving mom of John (Becky), Cathy (Dave), Larry (Jane), the late Barbara, Michael (Andi), Cindy (Jeff), and Daniel (Kelly). Grandma of 14, great grandma of 8. Caring sister of the late Jack Hoogervorst, Peter Hoogervorst, Corrine Wilma, Robert Hoogervorst, and Thomas...
Sr. M. Eleanor Carella
May 4, 2021
Sister M. Eleanor Carella, M.S.M. (Domenica aka Mannie) Sister M. Eleanor M.S.M. was a member of the Mantellate Sisters Servants of Mary for 70 years. Sister Eleanor (Domenica also known as Mannie) Carella age 93 died May 2, 2021 at Marian Lake Convent in Plainfield. Sister Eleanor was a teacher and Principal for many years. She was principal of St....
Daniel W. Hecht
Apr 29, 2021
Daniel W Hecht, age 89, late of Frankfort, IL. US Air Force Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Joyce Hecht. Loving father to the late Daniel (Joanne), Norman (Donna), the late Gary, and Elaine (Rick) Osborne. Caring brother to the late Charles E. Hecht (Karoline). Compassionate brother to the late Joanne Hill. Proud grandfather to his 10 grandchildren and 23...
Kathie L. Ryba
Apr 29, 2021
With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Kathie Lynn Ryba, wonderful wife and devoted mother of two, on April 28th, 2021. Kathie was brought into this world on August 31st, 1962, to Dorothy and Ken Schiemann. In 1990, she met Jerry Ryba, and they wed in 1992, going on to have two children, Gregory, and Valerie Ryba. She...
James " Jim " H. Katzmann
Apr 28, 2021
James “Jim” H. Katzmann, age 72, late of Mokena, IL, passed away peacefully April 28, 2021. Beloved son to the late Helen Kuehne and Arthur Katzman II. Caring brother to Arthur III, Richard, and Anne Schlott. Devoted husband to Deanne Katzmann nee Booth. Loving father of Sarah Gross, Kristy, and Kelly. Proud grandfather to Noah and Jacob Cutright, Ella Gross,...
Robert Hammond
Apr 28, 2021
Robert R. Hammond, 78, of Homer Glen, IL, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2021. Beloved husband of Pam (née Morrow); Loving father of Lori (John) Pehler and Bob (Renee) Hammond; Proud grandfather (“Papa”) to Emily, Lauren, Brianna, Leah and Abby. Born in Chicago, the only child of the late Robert Sr. and Annese. Bob attended Morgan Park High School...
Robert G. Dauphinais
Apr 22, 2021
Robert G. Dauphinais, age 74, late of Mokena, IL. US Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Therese (nee Rotondo). Loving father of Robert A. (Lisa), and Mark (Jessica). Caring brother of Jacqueline (Thomas) McInerney, Madeline (Joseph) D’ Angelo. Cherished Papa of Michael, Ella, Robby and John. Proud uncle of many nieces and nephews. Robert was a proud Vietnam war Veteran, avid...
Robert W. Kral
Apr 20, 2021
Robert W. Kral, age 79, late of Mokena, IL, passed away peacefully April 20, 2021. Devoted husband of Madeline Kral nee Kasperek. Loving father of Debi (Kenneth) Blank. Proud grandfather of Kirk Blank. Cherished brother of the late Joseph (late Elena) Kral. Caring uncle of Joseph (Theodora) Kral and great uncle of Joey G. Cousin and friend to many including...
Helen N. Feliszak
Apr 19, 2021
Helen N. Feliszak, age 94, late of Tinley Park. Beloved wife of the late Robert Feliszak Sr. and loving companion of Walter Jacus. Loving mother of Beverly (Ken) Tozi and Robert (Denise) Feliszak. Caring grandmother of Beth Ensminger, Kim Tozi Barney, Sherrie Tozi-Rodriguez, Jeff Feliszak, and Brandon Feliszak, great grandmother of 10 and great great grandmother of 8. Memorial Visitation...
Joan C. Sykora
Apr 19, 2021
Joan C. Sykora, age 67, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of Michael Sykora. Loving mother of Benjamin (Colleen) Mcgillivray, and step mother of Erin (Patrick) Murphy. Dear sister of Richard (Cindy) Hoekstra, Ruth (Scott) Panozzo, and Diane (Dan) Mrakovich. Loving grandmother of Leah, Colin, PJ, and Maddie. Caring aunt of Nathan, Richard, Bradley, Katie, Hannah, and Allison. Visitation...
James R. Neilly
Apr 19, 2021
James R. Neilly, 62, of Tinley Park, IL, passed away on April 19, 2021. Beloved son of the late Marian and Robert Neilly. Loving brother of Joe (Catherine), John (Tamara), and Mary Beth (Michael Tufano ); proud uncle to Mark, Dean, Robert, Austin, Ryan, Benjamin and Julia. His siblings can recall his love for playing golf and how he loved...
Vita Meyer
Apr 14, 2021
Dr. Vita Meyer nee Pignatiello, late of Tinley Park, IL, and Naples, Florida. Beloved wife of the late Jerry Meyer, Loving mother of Brad (Patti) Meyer, Caring and Cherished grandmother of Sydney, Claire & Tara. Dear sister to Victor (Terri) Pignatiello, sister in law to Jim Meyer, Bob (Eunice) Meyer, Bill Meyer, Jon (Cindy) Meyer, aunt of Jonathan (Karen), Tim...
George J. Benzing
Apr 13, 2021
George John Benzing began his earthly adventures on a warm and sunny Friday in Blue Island, Illinois. Born on April 23, 1937, he was the first child of George and Ardith Benzing, but was soon joined by his sisters, Margaret and Cathy. He remained in Blue Island until he turned 18, at which point he enlisted in the Army, traveled...
Annette Yelaska
Apr 12, 2021
Annette Yelaska (nee Rakela), age 85, of Mokena, IL passed away Monday, April 12, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Victor Yelaska, Sr. Loving mother of Julie (Mark) Franceschini, Victor Jr., Larry (Sharon), Bob (Stacy). Proud and caring grandmother of Dana Peterson (TJ), Jennifer, Lauren, Katie, Brett, Jessica, Kelsey, William and Michael and cherished great-grandmother of Jaxon Peterson. Preceded by...
Wayne F. Kubitz
Apr 10, 2021
Wayne F. Kubitz, 77, of Matteson, IL, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2021. Beloved husband of Carol Kubitz (nee Kolibab); loving father of Andrew (Michele), Anthony (Angela), and Wendy Cracco (Kevin); proud grandfather to Nick (Destiny), Brittany, Jordan, Anthony, Jessica, Cassie and Alex, and great-grandfather to Owen and Hazel, brother of Irene (late Warren) Haidacher. He was preceded in...
Estelle J. Pietrzyk
May 19, 2021
Estelle J. Pietrzyk, age 103, passed away May 19, 2021. Beloved mother to Joan Drozd, Carole Clerkin, and Joyce Wall. Caring Aunt to Joyce Bohac. Loving Grandmother to Debra Burge (Jeff), William Drozd (Carla), Karen Drozd, Denise Campnell (Michael), Linda Clerkin, Christine Clerkin-Zenz (David), Colin Clerkin (Julie), Jeffrey Wall, and Daniel Wall. Proud Great-grandmother to Ashley Miller, Eddy Miller, Jonathon...
Incoronata M. Puttkammer
May 18, 2021
Incoronata M. Puttkammer, age 78, passed away May 18, 2021 surrounded by her family. Preceded in death by her parents Antonio and Anna Lamorte, and husband Raymond Puttkammer. Loving mother of Cindy (Tim) Pajak, Joanne (Phillip) Dispensa, and Tony (Lori) Puttkammer. Cherished grandmother of Dominik, Anthony, John, and Victoria. Caring aunt of Stephen (Susan) Dorsch, Michael Dorsch, Anna, Morris, Joe...
Kathleen P. Sarhage
May 15, 2021
Kathleen P. Sarhage nee Loftus. Beloved wife of the late Ronald Sarhage. Loving mother of Daniel (Kathleen), Jack Ret. CFD (Sue), Martin (Christina), Timothy Ret. PHFD (Katie). Dear grandmother of Dan, Maureen, Pat CFD, Katie, Sean SFD, Kelly, Nick, Joe, John, Timmy, Kevin and great-grandmother of Maeve, Eloise, Violet, Flora, Jett, Navy Jo, Jack, and Lucy. Dear sister of Maureen...
Alice J. Ficker
May 14, 2021
Alice J. Ficker nee Hoogervorst, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Deacon John B. Ficker. Loving mom of John (Becky), Cathy (Dave), Larry (Jane), the late Barbara, Michael (Andi), Cindy (Jeff), and Daniel (Kelly). Grandma of 14, great grandma of 8. Caring sister of the late Jack Hoogervorst, Peter Hoogervorst, Corrine Wilma, Robert Hoogervorst, and Thomas...
Sr. M. Eleanor Carella
May 4, 2021
Sister M. Eleanor Carella, M.S.M. (Domenica aka Mannie) Sister M. Eleanor M.S.M. was a member of the Mantellate Sisters Servants of Mary for 70 years. Sister Eleanor (Domenica also known as Mannie) Carella age 93 died May 2, 2021 at Marian Lake Convent in Plainfield. Sister Eleanor was a teacher and Principal for many years. She was principal of St....
Daniel W. Hecht
Apr 29, 2021
Daniel W Hecht, age 89, late of Frankfort, IL. US Air Force Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Joyce Hecht. Loving father to the late Daniel (Joanne), Norman (Donna), the late Gary, and Elaine (Rick) Osborne. Caring brother to the late Charles E. Hecht (Karoline). Compassionate brother to the late Joanne Hill. Proud grandfather to his 10 grandchildren and 23...
Kathie L. Ryba
Apr 29, 2021
With a heavy heart, we announce the passing of Kathie Lynn Ryba, wonderful wife and devoted mother of two, on April 28th, 2021. Kathie was brought into this world on August 31st, 1962, to Dorothy and Ken Schiemann. In 1990, she met Jerry Ryba, and they wed in 1992, going on to have two children, Gregory, and Valerie Ryba. She...
James " Jim " H. Katzmann
Apr 28, 2021
James “Jim” H. Katzmann, age 72, late of Mokena, IL, passed away peacefully April 28, 2021. Beloved son to the late Helen Kuehne and Arthur Katzman II. Caring brother to Arthur III, Richard, and Anne Schlott. Devoted husband to Deanne Katzmann nee Booth. Loving father of Sarah Gross, Kristy, and Kelly. Proud grandfather to Noah and Jacob Cutright, Ella Gross,...
Robert Hammond
Apr 28, 2021
Robert R. Hammond, 78, of Homer Glen, IL, passed away peacefully on April 28, 2021. Beloved husband of Pam (née Morrow); Loving father of Lori (John) Pehler and Bob (Renee) Hammond; Proud grandfather (“Papa”) to Emily, Lauren, Brianna, Leah and Abby. Born in Chicago, the only child of the late Robert Sr. and Annese. Bob attended Morgan Park High School...
Robert G. Dauphinais
Apr 22, 2021
Robert G. Dauphinais, age 74, late of Mokena, IL. US Army Veteran. Beloved husband of Therese (nee Rotondo). Loving father of Robert A. (Lisa), and Mark (Jessica). Caring brother of Jacqueline (Thomas) McInerney, Madeline (Joseph) D’ Angelo. Cherished Papa of Michael, Ella, Robby and John. Proud uncle of many nieces and nephews. Robert was a proud Vietnam war Veteran, avid...
Robert W. Kral
Apr 20, 2021
Robert W. Kral, age 79, late of Mokena, IL, passed away peacefully April 20, 2021. Devoted husband of Madeline Kral nee Kasperek. Loving father of Debi (Kenneth) Blank. Proud grandfather of Kirk Blank. Cherished brother of the late Joseph (late Elena) Kral. Caring uncle of Joseph (Theodora) Kral and great uncle of Joey G. Cousin and friend to many including...
Helen N. Feliszak
Apr 19, 2021
Helen N. Feliszak, age 94, late of Tinley Park. Beloved wife of the late Robert Feliszak Sr. and loving companion of Walter Jacus. Loving mother of Beverly (Ken) Tozi and Robert (Denise) Feliszak. Caring grandmother of Beth Ensminger, Kim Tozi Barney, Sherrie Tozi-Rodriguez, Jeff Feliszak, and Brandon Feliszak, great grandmother of 10 and great great grandmother of 8. Memorial Visitation...
Joan C. Sykora
Apr 19, 2021
Joan C. Sykora, age 67, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of Michael Sykora. Loving mother of Benjamin (Colleen) Mcgillivray, and step mother of Erin (Patrick) Murphy. Dear sister of Richard (Cindy) Hoekstra, Ruth (Scott) Panozzo, and Diane (Dan) Mrakovich. Loving grandmother of Leah, Colin, PJ, and Maddie. Caring aunt of Nathan, Richard, Bradley, Katie, Hannah, and Allison. Visitation...
James R. Neilly
Apr 19, 2021
James R. Neilly, 62, of Tinley Park, IL, passed away on April 19, 2021. Beloved son of the late Marian and Robert Neilly. Loving brother of Joe (Catherine), John (Tamara), and Mary Beth (Michael Tufano ); proud uncle to Mark, Dean, Robert, Austin, Ryan, Benjamin and Julia. His siblings can recall his love for playing golf and how he loved...
Vita Meyer
Apr 14, 2021
Dr. Vita Meyer nee Pignatiello, late of Tinley Park, IL, and Naples, Florida. Beloved wife of the late Jerry Meyer, Loving mother of Brad (Patti) Meyer, Caring and Cherished grandmother of Sydney, Claire & Tara. Dear sister to Victor (Terri) Pignatiello, sister in law to Jim Meyer, Bob (Eunice) Meyer, Bill Meyer, Jon (Cindy) Meyer, aunt of Jonathan (Karen), Tim...
George J. Benzing
Apr 13, 2021
George John Benzing began his earthly adventures on a warm and sunny Friday in Blue Island, Illinois. Born on April 23, 1937, he was the first child of George and Ardith Benzing, but was soon joined by his sisters, Margaret and Cathy. He remained in Blue Island until he turned 18, at which point he enlisted in the Army, traveled...
Annette Yelaska
Apr 12, 2021
Annette Yelaska (nee Rakela), age 85, of Mokena, IL passed away Monday, April 12, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Victor Yelaska, Sr. Loving mother of Julie (Mark) Franceschini, Victor Jr., Larry (Sharon), Bob (Stacy). Proud and caring grandmother of Dana Peterson (TJ), Jennifer, Lauren, Katie, Brett, Jessica, Kelsey, William and Michael and cherished great-grandmother of Jaxon Peterson. Preceded by...
Wayne F. Kubitz
Apr 10, 2021
Wayne F. Kubitz, 77, of Matteson, IL, passed away peacefully on April 10, 2021. Beloved husband of Carol Kubitz (nee Kolibab); loving father of Andrew (Michele), Anthony (Angela), and Wendy Cracco (Kevin); proud grandfather to Nick (Destiny), Brittany, Jordan, Anthony, Jessica, Cassie and Alex, and great-grandfather to Owen and Hazel, brother of Irene (late Warren) Haidacher. He was preceded in...
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