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Matthew A. Juris
Nov 22, 2020
Matthew Juris went peacefully with the angels on Sunday November 22, 2020. Matthew was welcomed with loving arms by his late wife Doreen of 61 years. Matthew leaves behind 5 children: Deborah (Phil) Dizonno, Kimberly Benedetto (Jay Gonciarczyk), Matthew (Kathy) Juris Jr., Mitchell (Renee) Juris and Michelle (Pete) Craven. Matthew and Doreen raised their 5 children together in the suburbs...
Dorothy Todorka Vrbanov
Nov 21, 2020
Dorothy Todorka Vrbanov, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Pete Vrbanov. Private services will be held at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church of Homewood, IL. Private interment to follow in Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Tinley Park. IL. Arrangements entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home, Tinley Park, IL. 708-532-1635.
Dolores "Dutch" Climack
Nov 19, 2020
Dolores "Dutch” R. Climack nee Bradlo, age 87, born, raised and lived in Chicago's St. Bede neighborhood where she raised her family before moving to Lockport in 2006, passed away Thursday ,November 19, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Devoted wife of the late John “Jack” Climack Sr. Loving mother of John Jr. (Marianne) of Chicago, James (Colleen) of Alsip,...
Robert L. Corey Jr.
Nov 18, 2020
Robert L. Corey, Jr., age 90, US Army Veteran. Late of Matteson, formerly of Dolton and Blue Island. Beloved husband of Dorothy Corey nee Rubino. Loving father of Scott (late Peggy) Corey, Christy Corey, Laurie Gilmack, Beth (Joe) Gonzalez and Chris Corey. Proud grandfather of Jennifer Blades, Jessica Corey, the late Corey and Samantha Gilmack, Anthony, Victoria and Gina Gonzalez,...
John Kocsis Jr.
Nov 17, 2020
John Kocsis, Jr., late of Tinley Park formerly of Matteson. Beloved husband of the late Diane Kocsis nee Kubik. Loving father of Judith (Glenn) Robson, John (Jill) and James (Tashia) Kocsis. Treasured grandfather of Evan, Noah, Liberty, Rachel, and Drew. Step grandfather of Reggie. Cherished brother in law of Kathy (late Fred) Shannon and Elizabeth Kocsis. Special uncle to Bruce...
Martin Bonow
Nov 17, 2020
Martin A. Bonow, age 72, of Tinley Park, passed away peacefully, Nov 17th 2020, with loved ones by his side. He is survived by his sister; Patricia Myers-Riiff; nephew Corey Myers; niece Melissa Guyette. Preceded by his parents August and Agnes Bonow; brothers Michael, Timothy, and Lawrence Bonow. Marty served as an Army parachutist during the Vietnam War, enjoyed photography,...
Wayne O. Henderson
Nov 15, 2020
Wayne O. Henderson, 85, of Frankfort, Illinois , passed away on Nov 15, after suffering complications due to Covid-19. Wayne worked for CVP Systems until his retirement and was well known in the cheese industry for his knowledge concerning packaging and preserving product. Detroit lakes, MN, martinis and his service in the marines were his true joys. Wayne enjoyed golf,...
Robert R. Haavig
Nov 13, 2020
Robert R. Haavig, age 87, late of Orland Park, IL. Beloved husband of the late Irene. Loving father of Robert Jr. (Janet) Haavig, Christi (Jack) Carey, and the late Steven Haavig. Proud grandfather of John (Erica), Joshua, Aimee, Caitlin (Travis), and the late Robert III and John III (Jenifer). Great Grandfather of Caydin, John IV, Wyatt, Madison, Logan, Aubrey and...
Audrey M. Ozek
Nov 10, 2020
Audrey M. Drozek, nee Bien. Beloved wife of Ronald Drozek. Loving mother of Ron and Frank (Marsha) Drozek. Cherished grandmother of Stephanie (Joe) Gries, and Christina Drozek. Proud great-grandmother of Joseph Gries. Visitation Friday, November 13, 2020 from 10:00-11:30 AM at Vandenberg Funeral Home 19604 Wolf Road, Mokena, IL. Mass of Christian Burial 12:30 PM at St. Mary Church, Mokena,...
Joy M. Leonardo
Nov 8, 2020
Joy Marion Leonardo, nee Delorenzo. Beloved wife of the late Benny A. Leonardo. Devoted daughter of the late Lawrence and Agnes DeLorenzo. Loving mother of Vicki Bihler, Nick, Connie (Tom) Shander and Larry Leonardo. Proud grandmother of Renee (Ed) Hayes, Lauren (Andrew) Sweeten, Paul Bihler, Ben (Jessica) Shander, Christopher (Karolina) Shander, Nicholas Shander, Alexandria, Christian and Francesca Leonardo. Fond great...
Rosemary Klein
Nov 7, 2020
Rosemary Klein age 90 passed away on 11-7-2020 at her home in Tinley Park, Illinois. Beloved wife of the late Robert F, loving mother of Robert Klein Jr, Kathy (Ray) Vicario and David (Terry) Klein. Loving grandmother of Eric, Brett, Jacob, Ray, Tracey, Bobby, Amy and Elizabeth. Great grandmother of 7, dear sister late Donna (late Henry) Allen, late William...
Blanche Kinell
Nov 4, 2020
Blanche Kinell, age 94, late of Blue Island, IL. Born 6-5-1926, passed from this life 11-04-2020. Beloved wife of the late Carl J, cherished mother and friend of Carl S. and Mary. Her generosity of spirit and endless love will be greatly missed. Funeral services to be held privately.Memorials to the EDY Fund, an Animal Rescue Fund (Peotone Animal Hospital).
Geraldine " Jerry " Menclewicz
Nov 4, 2020
Geraldine (Jerry) Menclewicz (nee: Kamraczewski) We mourn the loss of our 93 years young beloved family matriarch – Geraldine (Jerry) Menclewicz (nee: Kamraczewski). Jerry left her physical existence early Wednesday, November 4, 2020. She passed peacefully in her Mokena bedroom with her husband of 65 years, Robert, by her side. Jerry was born in Chicago, preceded in death by her...
Geraldine "Geri" L. Blocker
Nov 3, 2020
Geraldine L. Blocker nee Akerman, age 78, late of Frankfort, IL. Beloved wife of the late Edward Blocker. Loving mother of Amy (Paul) Grenier, Sue (Michael) Lewis, Julie (Scott) Lewis, Eddie Blocker. Proud grandmother of Alex (Christina), Andrew (Erin), Elliott, Ryan (Alexis), Emily, Lindsey, Ross, Evan, Sam, Laura, Grace, Hannah, and great grandmother of Jacob and Joe. Dear sister of...
Albert E. James Jr.
Nov 2, 2020
Albert E. James Jr, age 83, late of Matteson, IL. Beloved husband of the late Phyllis James. Loving father of Jeffrey (Robin) James, Lori (Gary) O’Neil, and Lee (Kim) James. Proud grandfather of Scott Adams, Jessica and Cassidy James. Great grandfather, Marissa and Makayla and the late Elissa. Uncle to many nieces and nephews and cherished friend to many. Visitation...
Inge M. Markey
Nov 2, 2020
Inge M. Markey (nee Schroeder), age 84, current resident of Mokena, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2020 at home in Mokena, IL. Born in Engelskirchen, Germany; formerly of Flossmoor, IL, and Chicago, IL. Beloved wife of the late John “Jack” Markey, loving mother of her 5 children, Lawrence (Jeanne), John, Michelle (late Timothy) Keane, Bryan (Susan), and Kevin (Stephanie);...
Sherry A. Chmura
Oct 31, 2020
Sherry A. Chmura (nee Fitzsimmons), age 62, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of Chet Chmura. Loving mother of Joyce (Michael) Horton and Ann (Brian) Rhatigan. Dear step-grandmother of Indigo Horton. Daughter of the late Walter Fitzsimmons and Beverly Wagner (nee Casino). Devoted sister of Toni Woodsides, Jolene Dabek-Soto, Mary Barnes and Wendy (Mike) Arnold. Dearest sister-in-law of Christine...
Marguerite M. Cunningham
Oct 31, 2020
Marguerite M. Cunningham (nee Bonk), age 92, late of Palos Park, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2020 at home in Palos Park, IL. Born in Chicago, formerly of Evergreen Park. Beloved wife of the late William P., loving mother of her 12 children, Christine Groen, Betty (Ron) Eilers, late Lynne (late Bob) Welcome, Cathy (Chris Athy), Bill (Laura), Donna...
Eugene T. Liberty
Oct 30, 2020
Gene T. Liberty, age 92, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved husband of the late Patricia Liberty. Loving father of Jeanne “Pixie” Painter, Michael Liberty, the late John Liberty, and Amy (Tom) Beckman. Cherished twin brother of John Liberty and the late Lois, Gerald, and Curtis. Devoted grandfather of the late Gerad, Clark (Marcy), Thomas Jr, Tiffany, Adam, and Annie....
Matthew A. Juris
Nov 22, 2020
Matthew Juris went peacefully with the angels on Sunday November 22, 2020. Matthew was welcomed with loving arms by his late wife Doreen of 61 years. Matthew leaves behind 5 children: Deborah (Phil) Dizonno, Kimberly Benedetto (Jay Gonciarczyk), Matthew (Kathy) Juris Jr., Mitchell (Renee) Juris and Michelle (Pete) Craven. Matthew and Doreen raised their 5 children together in the suburbs...
Dorothy Todorka Vrbanov
Nov 21, 2020
Dorothy Todorka Vrbanov, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of the late Pete Vrbanov. Private services will be held at St. Nicholas Orthodox Church of Homewood, IL. Private interment to follow in Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Tinley Park. IL. Arrangements entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home, Tinley Park, IL. 708-532-1635.
Dolores "Dutch" Climack
Nov 19, 2020
Dolores "Dutch” R. Climack nee Bradlo, age 87, born, raised and lived in Chicago's St. Bede neighborhood where she raised her family before moving to Lockport in 2006, passed away Thursday ,November 19, 2020 surrounded by her loving family. Devoted wife of the late John “Jack” Climack Sr. Loving mother of John Jr. (Marianne) of Chicago, James (Colleen) of Alsip,...
Robert L. Corey Jr.
Nov 18, 2020
Robert L. Corey, Jr., age 90, US Army Veteran. Late of Matteson, formerly of Dolton and Blue Island. Beloved husband of Dorothy Corey nee Rubino. Loving father of Scott (late Peggy) Corey, Christy Corey, Laurie Gilmack, Beth (Joe) Gonzalez and Chris Corey. Proud grandfather of Jennifer Blades, Jessica Corey, the late Corey and Samantha Gilmack, Anthony, Victoria and Gina Gonzalez,...
John Kocsis Jr.
Nov 17, 2020
John Kocsis, Jr., late of Tinley Park formerly of Matteson. Beloved husband of the late Diane Kocsis nee Kubik. Loving father of Judith (Glenn) Robson, John (Jill) and James (Tashia) Kocsis. Treasured grandfather of Evan, Noah, Liberty, Rachel, and Drew. Step grandfather of Reggie. Cherished brother in law of Kathy (late Fred) Shannon and Elizabeth Kocsis. Special uncle to Bruce...
Martin Bonow
Nov 17, 2020
Martin A. Bonow, age 72, of Tinley Park, passed away peacefully, Nov 17th 2020, with loved ones by his side. He is survived by his sister; Patricia Myers-Riiff; nephew Corey Myers; niece Melissa Guyette. Preceded by his parents August and Agnes Bonow; brothers Michael, Timothy, and Lawrence Bonow. Marty served as an Army parachutist during the Vietnam War, enjoyed photography,...
Wayne O. Henderson
Nov 15, 2020
Wayne O. Henderson, 85, of Frankfort, Illinois , passed away on Nov 15, after suffering complications due to Covid-19. Wayne worked for CVP Systems until his retirement and was well known in the cheese industry for his knowledge concerning packaging and preserving product. Detroit lakes, MN, martinis and his service in the marines were his true joys. Wayne enjoyed golf,...
Robert R. Haavig
Nov 13, 2020
Robert R. Haavig, age 87, late of Orland Park, IL. Beloved husband of the late Irene. Loving father of Robert Jr. (Janet) Haavig, Christi (Jack) Carey, and the late Steven Haavig. Proud grandfather of John (Erica), Joshua, Aimee, Caitlin (Travis), and the late Robert III and John III (Jenifer). Great Grandfather of Caydin, John IV, Wyatt, Madison, Logan, Aubrey and...
Audrey M. Ozek
Nov 10, 2020
Audrey M. Drozek, nee Bien. Beloved wife of Ronald Drozek. Loving mother of Ron and Frank (Marsha) Drozek. Cherished grandmother of Stephanie (Joe) Gries, and Christina Drozek. Proud great-grandmother of Joseph Gries. Visitation Friday, November 13, 2020 from 10:00-11:30 AM at Vandenberg Funeral Home 19604 Wolf Road, Mokena, IL. Mass of Christian Burial 12:30 PM at St. Mary Church, Mokena,...
Joy M. Leonardo
Nov 8, 2020
Joy Marion Leonardo, nee Delorenzo. Beloved wife of the late Benny A. Leonardo. Devoted daughter of the late Lawrence and Agnes DeLorenzo. Loving mother of Vicki Bihler, Nick, Connie (Tom) Shander and Larry Leonardo. Proud grandmother of Renee (Ed) Hayes, Lauren (Andrew) Sweeten, Paul Bihler, Ben (Jessica) Shander, Christopher (Karolina) Shander, Nicholas Shander, Alexandria, Christian and Francesca Leonardo. Fond great...
Rosemary Klein
Nov 7, 2020
Rosemary Klein age 90 passed away on 11-7-2020 at her home in Tinley Park, Illinois. Beloved wife of the late Robert F, loving mother of Robert Klein Jr, Kathy (Ray) Vicario and David (Terry) Klein. Loving grandmother of Eric, Brett, Jacob, Ray, Tracey, Bobby, Amy and Elizabeth. Great grandmother of 7, dear sister late Donna (late Henry) Allen, late William...
Blanche Kinell
Nov 4, 2020
Blanche Kinell, age 94, late of Blue Island, IL. Born 6-5-1926, passed from this life 11-04-2020. Beloved wife of the late Carl J, cherished mother and friend of Carl S. and Mary. Her generosity of spirit and endless love will be greatly missed. Funeral services to be held privately.Memorials to the EDY Fund, an Animal Rescue Fund (Peotone Animal Hospital).
Geraldine " Jerry " Menclewicz
Nov 4, 2020
Geraldine (Jerry) Menclewicz (nee: Kamraczewski) We mourn the loss of our 93 years young beloved family matriarch – Geraldine (Jerry) Menclewicz (nee: Kamraczewski). Jerry left her physical existence early Wednesday, November 4, 2020. She passed peacefully in her Mokena bedroom with her husband of 65 years, Robert, by her side. Jerry was born in Chicago, preceded in death by her...
Geraldine "Geri" L. Blocker
Nov 3, 2020
Geraldine L. Blocker nee Akerman, age 78, late of Frankfort, IL. Beloved wife of the late Edward Blocker. Loving mother of Amy (Paul) Grenier, Sue (Michael) Lewis, Julie (Scott) Lewis, Eddie Blocker. Proud grandmother of Alex (Christina), Andrew (Erin), Elliott, Ryan (Alexis), Emily, Lindsey, Ross, Evan, Sam, Laura, Grace, Hannah, and great grandmother of Jacob and Joe. Dear sister of...
Albert E. James Jr.
Nov 2, 2020
Albert E. James Jr, age 83, late of Matteson, IL. Beloved husband of the late Phyllis James. Loving father of Jeffrey (Robin) James, Lori (Gary) O’Neil, and Lee (Kim) James. Proud grandfather of Scott Adams, Jessica and Cassidy James. Great grandfather, Marissa and Makayla and the late Elissa. Uncle to many nieces and nephews and cherished friend to many. Visitation...
Inge M. Markey
Nov 2, 2020
Inge M. Markey (nee Schroeder), age 84, current resident of Mokena, passed away on Monday, November 2, 2020 at home in Mokena, IL. Born in Engelskirchen, Germany; formerly of Flossmoor, IL, and Chicago, IL. Beloved wife of the late John “Jack” Markey, loving mother of her 5 children, Lawrence (Jeanne), John, Michelle (late Timothy) Keane, Bryan (Susan), and Kevin (Stephanie);...
Sherry A. Chmura
Oct 31, 2020
Sherry A. Chmura (nee Fitzsimmons), age 62, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved wife of Chet Chmura. Loving mother of Joyce (Michael) Horton and Ann (Brian) Rhatigan. Dear step-grandmother of Indigo Horton. Daughter of the late Walter Fitzsimmons and Beverly Wagner (nee Casino). Devoted sister of Toni Woodsides, Jolene Dabek-Soto, Mary Barnes and Wendy (Mike) Arnold. Dearest sister-in-law of Christine...
Marguerite M. Cunningham
Oct 31, 2020
Marguerite M. Cunningham (nee Bonk), age 92, late of Palos Park, passed away on Saturday, October 31, 2020 at home in Palos Park, IL. Born in Chicago, formerly of Evergreen Park. Beloved wife of the late William P., loving mother of her 12 children, Christine Groen, Betty (Ron) Eilers, late Lynne (late Bob) Welcome, Cathy (Chris Athy), Bill (Laura), Donna...
Eugene T. Liberty
Oct 30, 2020
Gene T. Liberty, age 92, late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved husband of the late Patricia Liberty. Loving father of Jeanne “Pixie” Painter, Michael Liberty, the late John Liberty, and Amy (Tom) Beckman. Cherished twin brother of John Liberty and the late Lois, Gerald, and Curtis. Devoted grandfather of the late Gerad, Clark (Marcy), Thomas Jr, Tiffany, Adam, and Annie....
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