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Marcia F. Stachyra

Marcia F. Stachyra

Mar 29, 2021

Marcia F. Stachyra, aged 78, died on March 29, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gladys and Eugene Stachyra, and her brother Eugene Stachyra Jr. She is survived by her siblings Carol Stachyra Scherrer (James), Frank Stachyra (Ann Ogryzek), and Joy Stachyra La Pointe (Jack), 15 loving nieces and nephews, and numerous great-nieces and nephews. Born in...

Joy J. Leturno

Joy J. Leturno

Mar 28, 2021

Joy J. Leturno nee Rockrohr, age 85, late of Mokena. Beloved wife of 54 years to the late H. Richard Leturno. Loving mother of Star (John) LeDonne, Scott Leturno, and Jean (Stanley) Paluszkiewicz. Cherished grandmother of Michelle (Robin), Nicole (Michael), Robin, Elizabeth, and Richard. Caring great grandmother of Theodore and Madeline. Dear sister of the late Earl Rockrohr, fond aunt...

Thomas V. George

Thomas V. George

Mar 22, 2021

Thomas V. George, late of Monee, IL. Beloved husband of Annette “Midge”. Loving father of the late Tom (late Joan),late Gerry (late Sue), late Terry (late Teresa), late Tim, Randy (Dawn), Kimberly (Dave) Borglin. Proud grandfather and great grandfather. Memorial gathering Thursday 9:00 AM until time of Chapel Service, 12:30 PM, at Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue Tinley Park,...

Brenda Madison

Brenda Madison

Mar 22, 2021

Brenda Madison, late of Mokena, IL. Services will held privately.

Larry W. Leeper

Larry W. Leeper

Mar 18, 2021

Larry W. Leeper, from Tinley Park, IL. Passed away peacefully, on March 18, 2021. Larry is survived by his loving wife of almost 52 years, Joyce (nee Bensema), his 3 children- Tim (Jodi), Debi (Darren) Persha and Bill (Theresa). He also had 3 grandchildren – Hanna & Nick Persha and Brianna Leeper. Larry was a loving and devoted husband, father...

Marilyn E. Vlach

Marilyn E. Vlach

Mar 17, 2021

Marilyn E. Vlach nee Boots, late of Mokena, IL. Passed away peacefully on March 17, 2021. Marilyn is survived by husband Albert Vlach Sr., her 7 children Mary (John) Lauersdorf, Julie Vlach, Christine (Duane) Stewart, Vickie (Thomas) Wilmont, Gabrielle (Gary) Martin, Glenn (Susan) Vlach, Albert Jr. (Cheryl) Vlach, 24 grandchildren and many, many, great and great great grandchildren, as well...

Braydon J. Chambers

Braydon J. Chambers

Mar 16, 2021

Braydon James Chambers, 18, passed suddenly and was welcomed to his heavenly home on March 16, 2021. Braydon was born in Brighton, Colorado, on May 24, 2002 joining his loving parents, William and Lecia Chambers and big sister Hailey. Braydon’s youth was spent building a love of outdoor sports and adventure. He was happiest when camping, hiking, playing soccer, water...

Joan Loeber

Joan Loeber

Mar 14, 2021

Unfortunately some amazing stories have to come to an abrupt end. After a 2 year battle of Leukemia, Joan Loeber passed away Sunday March 14, 2021 at home surrounded by loved ones. She was 70 years young. Our mother was given a life sentence of only 32 weeks back in July, 2019. She was a fighter and never gave up...

Robert J. O'Brien

Robert J. O'Brien

Mar 14, 2021

Retired Chicago Police Department Lieutenant Robert O'Brien passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on March 14, 2021. Robert was born June 25, 1935 to Richard and Catherine O'Brien.. He was a Chicago Police Officer for 30 plus years. He had three brothers and two sisters. All have passed before him except his baby sister Betty Ann....

S Joanne A. Newman

S Joanne A. Newman

Mar 11, 2021

Joanne A. Newman. Beloved wife of the late Charles Robert Newman. Loving mother of Michael Allen (Victoria), MariAnne (Martin) Kern and Mark Andrew(Ellen) Newman. Devoted grandmother of Joy (Tom) Logsdon, Dawn (Michael) Schmitz, James Kern, James (Jackie) and Dan Newman. Fond great grandmother of 7. Dear sister of Willie Rahill and Jean Roberts. Visitation Monday March 15, 2021 from 10:00...

Marcella Srebalus

Marcella Srebalus

Mar 9, 2021

Marcella Srebalus (née Kranc) preceded in death by her husband Joseph. Loving mother of Linda (Peter) Rossi, Michael (Joyce) Srebalus and Deborah (James) Swanson. Cherished grandmother and great grandmother to many. Loving sister to Rose Mary Grunhard and the late Petronella Kornacki. Visitation Thursday, 4:00-8:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue Tinley Park, IL. Graveside service Friday 11:00...

Devon Lynn Kwiatek

Devon Lynn Kwiatek

Feb 25, 2021

Devon Lynn Kwiatek, age 43, passed away unexpectedly in her home in Palatine, Illinois on February 25, 2021. She was born September 25, 1977 in Chicago, Illinois to Denise Brinkmeyer. She married Richard Kwiatek in 2006. Together, they had one son: Chase. The two later separated but remained close friends. Devon was a loving and devoted mother and cherished her...

Elaine L. Hall

Elaine L. Hall

Feb 24, 2021

Elaine L. Hall (nee Poulos), 91, proceeded in death by her son William T. Hall, grandson David Christensen, and granddaughter Renee Kovacs. Loving mother to Gloria Christensen, Patti (Mike) Fennell, Janet (Rich) Kovacs, Terry (Rose) Hall, Brian (Colleen) Hall, Gayle (Andrew) Anderson, Dennis (Tiffany) Hall. Cherished grandmother to Amy (Brian) Biedron, John (Dawn) Fennell, Colleen Fennell, Kevin (Lauren) Fennell, Matt...

Christine R. O'Malley

Christine R. O'Malley

Feb 24, 2021

Christine R. O'Malley nee (Ulrich) passed away on February 24, 2021. Beloved wife of Patrick, Loving mother to Michael (Karen) O'Malley, Timothy (Natalie) O'Malley and Andrea O'Malley. Grandmother to Liz, Konner, Jon, Jack, Alex, Austin, Casey, Nathan, and August. Fond aunt to many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers please donate to Alzheimer's Association. Memorial Visitation, Tuesday March 2,...

Christine R. Oliver

Christine R. Oliver

Feb 24, 2021

Christine R. Oliver, nee Adams, age 67, late of Peotone, formerly of Mokena. Beloved mother of the late Crystal, Jessica (Tim) Ireland, Joshua (Sarah). Loving grandmother of Mackenzie, Aidan, Aliza ,Edie, and Clara. Dearest sister of Eileen Adams. Visitation Saturday, February 27, 2021, 9AM until time of Chapel Service 11:00 AM. Interment in Chapel Hill Garden South. *Due to the...

Ronald Roy Bullard

Ronald Roy Bullard

Feb 23, 2021

Ronald Roy Bullard, late of Frankfort IL. Born August 22, 1938 at rest February 23, 2021. Loving husband of Ruth (Setzke). Proud father of Rhonda (Jeff) McIntyre, Roy (Debbie), Kirby (Alexis). Devoted grandfather of Kerri, Tara, Caela, Matt, Stephanie, Jacquelyn, Melissa, and Luke. Great grandfather of Owen & Lucas. Ron was a proud member of the Chicago Police Department for...

Gerald Robert Poces

Gerald Robert Poces

Feb 23, 2021

Obituary pending family information.

Carmen P. Pignatiello

Carmen P. Pignatiello

Feb 22, 2021

Carmen Peter Pignatiello, 90, of Tinley Park Illinois passed away on February 22. Beloved husband of the late Patricia (Egan). Loving father of the late Kathleen Margetis, Peter (Beth), Michael (Patrice) and Carmen (Karen). Cherished grandfather of 14 and great grandfather of 29. Dear brother of the late Diane (the late George Cullen). Fond uncle to many. He served his...

Joan V. Fleckenstein

Joan V. Fleckenstein

Feb 15, 2021

Joan V. Fleckenstein nee (Mustard), late of Mokena, IL passed way February 15, 2021. Beloved wife of Robert Fleckenstein Sr. Loving mother of Robert (Heidy) Fleckenstein Jr., Russell (Arianna) Fleckenstein, Raymond (Doris) Fleckenstein, and Ross (Kimberly) Fleckenstein. Cherished grandmother of Ashley (Tyler) Granlund, Jessica (Matthew) Kasmer, Joshua Fleckenstein, Kai Fleckenstein, Kelly Fleckenstein, Jarrod (Marissa) Fleckenstein, Matthew Fleckenstein, and Carson Fleckenstein....

Robert C. Merrick

Robert C. Merrick

Feb 14, 2021

Robert C. Merrick, age 91, late of Mokena, IL formally of Ottawa, IL passed away peacefully February 14, 2021. Robert was born in Ottawa, IL to the late George and Hilda Merrick. Beloved husband for 60 years of Rolena (nee Hill); loving and devoted father of David & Milly Merrick, Debbie & John Nicely, Robert L Merrick and Steven Merrick....

Marcia F. Stachyra

Marcia F. Stachyra

Mar 29, 2021

Marcia F. Stachyra, aged 78, died on March 29, 2021. She was preceded in death by her parents, Gladys and Eugene Stachyra, and her brother Eugene Stachyra Jr. She is survived by her siblings Carol Stachyra Scherrer (James), Frank Stachyra (Ann Ogryzek), and Joy Stachyra La Pointe (Jack), 15 loving nieces and nephews, and numerous great-nieces and nephews. Born in...

Joy J. Leturno

Joy J. Leturno

Mar 28, 2021

Joy J. Leturno nee Rockrohr, age 85, late of Mokena. Beloved wife of 54 years to the late H. Richard Leturno. Loving mother of Star (John) LeDonne, Scott Leturno, and Jean (Stanley) Paluszkiewicz. Cherished grandmother of Michelle (Robin), Nicole (Michael), Robin, Elizabeth, and Richard. Caring great grandmother of Theodore and Madeline. Dear sister of the late Earl Rockrohr, fond aunt...

Thomas V. George

Thomas V. George

Mar 22, 2021

Thomas V. George, late of Monee, IL. Beloved husband of Annette “Midge”. Loving father of the late Tom (late Joan),late Gerry (late Sue), late Terry (late Teresa), late Tim, Randy (Dawn), Kimberly (Dave) Borglin. Proud grandfather and great grandfather. Memorial gathering Thursday 9:00 AM until time of Chapel Service, 12:30 PM, at Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue Tinley Park,...

Brenda Madison

Brenda Madison

Mar 22, 2021

Brenda Madison, late of Mokena, IL. Services will held privately.

Larry W. Leeper

Larry W. Leeper

Mar 18, 2021

Larry W. Leeper, from Tinley Park, IL. Passed away peacefully, on March 18, 2021. Larry is survived by his loving wife of almost 52 years, Joyce (nee Bensema), his 3 children- Tim (Jodi), Debi (Darren) Persha and Bill (Theresa). He also had 3 grandchildren – Hanna & Nick Persha and Brianna Leeper. Larry was a loving and devoted husband, father...

Marilyn E. Vlach

Marilyn E. Vlach

Mar 17, 2021

Marilyn E. Vlach nee Boots, late of Mokena, IL. Passed away peacefully on March 17, 2021. Marilyn is survived by husband Albert Vlach Sr., her 7 children Mary (John) Lauersdorf, Julie Vlach, Christine (Duane) Stewart, Vickie (Thomas) Wilmont, Gabrielle (Gary) Martin, Glenn (Susan) Vlach, Albert Jr. (Cheryl) Vlach, 24 grandchildren and many, many, great and great great grandchildren, as well...

Braydon J. Chambers

Braydon J. Chambers

Mar 16, 2021

Braydon James Chambers, 18, passed suddenly and was welcomed to his heavenly home on March 16, 2021. Braydon was born in Brighton, Colorado, on May 24, 2002 joining his loving parents, William and Lecia Chambers and big sister Hailey. Braydon’s youth was spent building a love of outdoor sports and adventure. He was happiest when camping, hiking, playing soccer, water...

Joan Loeber

Joan Loeber

Mar 14, 2021

Unfortunately some amazing stories have to come to an abrupt end. After a 2 year battle of Leukemia, Joan Loeber passed away Sunday March 14, 2021 at home surrounded by loved ones. She was 70 years young. Our mother was given a life sentence of only 32 weeks back in July, 2019. She was a fighter and never gave up...

Robert J. O'Brien

Robert J. O'Brien

Mar 14, 2021

Retired Chicago Police Department Lieutenant Robert O'Brien passed away peacefully at his home surrounded by his family on March 14, 2021. Robert was born June 25, 1935 to Richard and Catherine O'Brien.. He was a Chicago Police Officer for 30 plus years. He had three brothers and two sisters. All have passed before him except his baby sister Betty Ann....

S Joanne A. Newman

S Joanne A. Newman

Mar 11, 2021

Joanne A. Newman. Beloved wife of the late Charles Robert Newman. Loving mother of Michael Allen (Victoria), MariAnne (Martin) Kern and Mark Andrew(Ellen) Newman. Devoted grandmother of Joy (Tom) Logsdon, Dawn (Michael) Schmitz, James Kern, James (Jackie) and Dan Newman. Fond great grandmother of 7. Dear sister of Willie Rahill and Jean Roberts. Visitation Monday March 15, 2021 from 10:00...

Marcella Srebalus

Marcella Srebalus

Mar 9, 2021

Marcella Srebalus (née Kranc) preceded in death by her husband Joseph. Loving mother of Linda (Peter) Rossi, Michael (Joyce) Srebalus and Deborah (James) Swanson. Cherished grandmother and great grandmother to many. Loving sister to Rose Mary Grunhard and the late Petronella Kornacki. Visitation Thursday, 4:00-8:00 PM at Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue Tinley Park, IL. Graveside service Friday 11:00...

Devon Lynn Kwiatek

Devon Lynn Kwiatek

Feb 25, 2021

Devon Lynn Kwiatek, age 43, passed away unexpectedly in her home in Palatine, Illinois on February 25, 2021. She was born September 25, 1977 in Chicago, Illinois to Denise Brinkmeyer. She married Richard Kwiatek in 2006. Together, they had one son: Chase. The two later separated but remained close friends. Devon was a loving and devoted mother and cherished her...

Elaine L. Hall

Elaine L. Hall

Feb 24, 2021

Elaine L. Hall (nee Poulos), 91, proceeded in death by her son William T. Hall, grandson David Christensen, and granddaughter Renee Kovacs. Loving mother to Gloria Christensen, Patti (Mike) Fennell, Janet (Rich) Kovacs, Terry (Rose) Hall, Brian (Colleen) Hall, Gayle (Andrew) Anderson, Dennis (Tiffany) Hall. Cherished grandmother to Amy (Brian) Biedron, John (Dawn) Fennell, Colleen Fennell, Kevin (Lauren) Fennell, Matt...

Christine R. O'Malley

Christine R. O'Malley

Feb 24, 2021

Christine R. O'Malley nee (Ulrich) passed away on February 24, 2021. Beloved wife of Patrick, Loving mother to Michael (Karen) O'Malley, Timothy (Natalie) O'Malley and Andrea O'Malley. Grandmother to Liz, Konner, Jon, Jack, Alex, Austin, Casey, Nathan, and August. Fond aunt to many nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers please donate to Alzheimer's Association. Memorial Visitation, Tuesday March 2,...

Christine R. Oliver

Christine R. Oliver

Feb 24, 2021

Christine R. Oliver, nee Adams, age 67, late of Peotone, formerly of Mokena. Beloved mother of the late Crystal, Jessica (Tim) Ireland, Joshua (Sarah). Loving grandmother of Mackenzie, Aidan, Aliza ,Edie, and Clara. Dearest sister of Eileen Adams. Visitation Saturday, February 27, 2021, 9AM until time of Chapel Service 11:00 AM. Interment in Chapel Hill Garden South. *Due to the...

Ronald Roy Bullard

Ronald Roy Bullard

Feb 23, 2021

Ronald Roy Bullard, late of Frankfort IL. Born August 22, 1938 at rest February 23, 2021. Loving husband of Ruth (Setzke). Proud father of Rhonda (Jeff) McIntyre, Roy (Debbie), Kirby (Alexis). Devoted grandfather of Kerri, Tara, Caela, Matt, Stephanie, Jacquelyn, Melissa, and Luke. Great grandfather of Owen & Lucas. Ron was a proud member of the Chicago Police Department for...

Gerald Robert Poces

Gerald Robert Poces

Feb 23, 2021

Obituary pending family information.

Carmen P. Pignatiello

Carmen P. Pignatiello

Feb 22, 2021

Carmen Peter Pignatiello, 90, of Tinley Park Illinois passed away on February 22. Beloved husband of the late Patricia (Egan). Loving father of the late Kathleen Margetis, Peter (Beth), Michael (Patrice) and Carmen (Karen). Cherished grandfather of 14 and great grandfather of 29. Dear brother of the late Diane (the late George Cullen). Fond uncle to many. He served his...

Joan V. Fleckenstein

Joan V. Fleckenstein

Feb 15, 2021

Joan V. Fleckenstein nee (Mustard), late of Mokena, IL passed way February 15, 2021. Beloved wife of Robert Fleckenstein Sr. Loving mother of Robert (Heidy) Fleckenstein Jr., Russell (Arianna) Fleckenstein, Raymond (Doris) Fleckenstein, and Ross (Kimberly) Fleckenstein. Cherished grandmother of Ashley (Tyler) Granlund, Jessica (Matthew) Kasmer, Joshua Fleckenstein, Kai Fleckenstein, Kelly Fleckenstein, Jarrod (Marissa) Fleckenstein, Matthew Fleckenstein, and Carson Fleckenstein....

Robert C. Merrick

Robert C. Merrick

Feb 14, 2021

Robert C. Merrick, age 91, late of Mokena, IL formally of Ottawa, IL passed away peacefully February 14, 2021. Robert was born in Ottawa, IL to the late George and Hilda Merrick. Beloved husband for 60 years of Rolena (nee Hill); loving and devoted father of David & Milly Merrick, Debbie & John Nicely, Robert L Merrick and Steven Merrick....

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