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Doris J. Yunker
Aug 13, 2019
Doris J. Yunker of Mokena, IL passed away at the age of 89 on August 13, 2019. Born February 27, 1930 to Walter and Anna Yunker she was a lifelong resident of Mokena and member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. She enjoyed gardening and travel and was a very talented artist. She is preceded in death by her father, mother and...
Dennis B. Branson
Aug 11, 2019
Dennis B. Branson (86) went home to rest in the arms of Jesus on Sunday, August 11 while surrounded by his wife and family. Dennis was born on January 14, 1933, the second child of Floyd and Betty (Korodi) Branson in Chicago, Illinois. He married E. Marilyn Penrod on Jan. 31, 1950. Dennis served in the United States Army 2...
Thomas L. Fencl
Aug 10, 2019
Thomas L. Fencl. Beloved husband of Arlene A. nee Jecmen. Loving father of Kim (Steve) Rak, Laura Newer and John Fencl. Fond grandfather of 7 Great grandfather of 3. Dear brother of MaryAnn (Will) Doucette. Memorial gathering Saturday from 9:00 AM until the time of the Funeral Mass 10:00 AM at St. George Catholic Church 6711 W. 175th Street in...
Kenneth Williams
Aug 7, 2019
Kenneth Williams, age 88, late of Marian Village of Homer Glen, IL. US Army Korean War Veteran. Beloved husband of Arlene Williams nee Rubinick. Loving father of Kathy (Marty) Murphy, Nancy (Mike) Berkery, Michael (Julie), Mark (Jenni), the late Patricia (Jeff) Baker, Kevin (Melissa), Paul (LisaMarie). Proud grandfather of Kelly, Katie, Marty, late Patrick, Michael, late Tony, Jimmy, Laura, Matt,...
Rosalind M. Silski
Aug 5, 2019
Rosalind M. Silski, nee Little. Beloved mother of Frederick F. (Karen), Patricia Gorski, Robert E. (Cynthia), Richard G. (Ellen) and David P. (Tori) Silski. Loving grandmother of 13, Great grandmother of 22. Preceeded in death by her 3 brothers and 1 grandchild. Visitaion Thursday from 3:00 until 8:00 PM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home 17248 S. Harlem Ave Tinley Park,...
David E. Novak
Aug 2, 2019
David E. Novak, 51 died on August 2, 2019 at Mt. Sinai hospital in Chicago. A resident of Tinley Park, David is survived by his son, brother, sisters and nephews and predeceased parents. He worked as a scale operator at Lindahl for 30 years. David had a generous heart and loved his family and friends; he will be missed by...
John R. Dispensa
Jul 31, 2019
John R. Dispensa, age 81, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of the late Mary Dispensa. Loving and caring father of John R. II ( Chaoyi Li) Dispensa, and grandfather of Alec and Andrew Dispensa. John retired from Navistar Corp formerly International Harvester West Pullman.
Noretta M. Lange
Jul 30, 2019
Noretta M. Lange nee Gillis, age 75, late of Tinley Park, Beloved wife of Bill Lange. Loving mother of Michael Lange and Cathleen Sutherland (Steve). Proud grandmother of Ben and Jack Sutherland. Dear sister of Hollie Sorge (Rod). Caring aunt of Ken (Molly) and Bill (Chris) Burian. Funeral Tuesday August 6, 2019, 11:00 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248...
Jane Cerullo
Jul 25, 2019
Jane Cerullo, age 100, passed away peacefully at her home while on Hospice, on Thursday July 25, 2019. Jane was born August 22, 1918 in Blue Island to Carmella and Conio Corradino. She grew up with her nine siblings on the east side of Blue Island and lived on York Street where she resided at the time of her passing....
William B. Cody
Jul 20, 2019
On Saturday July 20, 2019 Bill Cody age 61 loving husband, father of 3 daughters, grandfather and brother passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Bill was born September 19, 1957 in Evergreen Park Illinois. He was owner and Vice President of C and C Communications. Bill loved spending time with family and friends, golfing and fishing. A memorial...
Patricia L. Lapinskas
Jul 19, 2019
Patricia L. Lapinskas nee Maka late of Orland Park, IL. Beloved wife of Jerome J. Lapinskas, loving mother of Daniel (Rachael) Lapinskas and Cheryl (William) Burns, dearest daughter of the late John and Helen Maka, dear sister of the late Diane (Ronald) Ritter, cherished grandmother of Evan and Nolan Burns and Noah Lapinskas, caring aunt to many nephews. Visitation Thursday...
Joseph A. Feldner
Jul 19, 2019
SGM Joseph A. Feldner, US Army Retired, passed away in the arms of his family on July 19, 2019 to join his Wife, Son, Son-in-Law, and Daughter-in-Law in heaven. He will bless those of Us on earth as a: Beloved Husband of the late Donna Marie (Feiling) Feldner, Father of Duane/late Meg Feldner, Janeen (Feldner-Pikula)/late Robert, and Loren J Feldner,...
Robert W. Anders
Jul 13, 2019
Robert “Bob” W. Anders, born February 4, 1974 in Mokena IL., left us July 13, 2019 unexpectedly. He is survived by his children; two daughters, Tanya Thron of Missouri, Bri Anders of Illinois; three Sons, Zack, Jordan and Nathan of Illinois, two grandchildren, Daymian and Hunter Thron of Missouri, Parents, Jack & Sharon Anders of Tennessee, Step-Father Rodger Fricke of...
Steven Paul Follenweider
Jul 12, 2019
Steven P. Follenweider, Suddenly, loving husband of Lori nee Yarmoska. Beloved son of Paul and Linda Follenweider. Dear brother of Sarah (Robert) Legge, Rachel Lynn, Jessica Nicole, Rebecca Theresa and Joseph Patrick. Dearest grandson of Patricia (late Patrick) Lloyd. Devoted son in law of John and Sharon Irene Yarmoska. Fond brother in law of Jennifer Ann and Stacy Kristine (Nicholas...
Laverne Adel Seeman
Jul 10, 2019
Laverne A. Seeman nee Kezis, late Of Joliet, IL formerly of Mokena, IL. Proceeded in death by her parents Bruno and Aldona Kezis. Beloved wife of the late John. Loving mother of Tammy (James) Mines, Shirley (late Gene) Carpenter, Nancy McClanahan, Mary Ann (Troy) Grose and Larry (Vicky) Seeman. Fond grandmother of 8, great grandmother of 4. Dear sister of...
Patricia A. Deany
Jul 9, 2019
Patricia A. Deany, age 90, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of the late Charles E. Deany. Loving mother of Anthony and Kevin Deany. Dearest daughter of the late Charles and Ann Fisher. Dear sister of the late Elizabeth Fisher the late Richard (Maureen) Fisher and the late Robert (Carrie) Fisher. Proud aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday,...
Virginia V. Kielanowicz
Jul 4, 2019
Virginia Kielanowicz (Krygowski) was born on 08/20/1924 to Antoni Krygowski and Victoria Rzonca. Virginia was one of eleven children. Her siblings were Joseph, Bernard, Frank, Mike, Mary, Angeline, Antonette, Raymond, Arthur, and Victor. She is welcomed into heaven by her late husband Edward Kielanowicz, son Joseph Kielanowicz, daughter Terry Romanowski and sons-in-law Henry Romanowski and Robert Newsome. Virginia is survived...
Bob Welcome
Jun 30, 2019
Bob Welcome, late of Evergreen Park, IL. Beloved husband of 43 years to the late Lynne nee Cunningham. Loving father of Katie, Bob (Sarah) and the late Gina Welcome. Proud grandfather of Michael, Emily, Sarah, Tony, Robbie and Justin. Dearest son of the late Robert Welcome and Carol Somerville. Dear brother of Brenda (Dale), Rick (Cheryl) and the late Laurie...
Frederick George Rauch Jr.
Jun 30, 2019
Frederick George Rauch, Jr., age 84, of Vandalia, Michigan, formerly of Mokena, Illinois, died peacefully Tuesday evening, July 30, 2019, in his residence in the comfort of his family’s presence. He was born April 22, 1935 in Blue Island, Illinois, the younger of two children of Frederick and Alice Rauch, Sr. He was raised and resided in Mokena, living there...
Doris J. Yunker
Aug 13, 2019
Doris J. Yunker of Mokena, IL passed away at the age of 89 on August 13, 2019. Born February 27, 1930 to Walter and Anna Yunker she was a lifelong resident of Mokena and member of Immanuel Lutheran Church. She enjoyed gardening and travel and was a very talented artist. She is preceded in death by her father, mother and...
Dennis B. Branson
Aug 11, 2019
Dennis B. Branson (86) went home to rest in the arms of Jesus on Sunday, August 11 while surrounded by his wife and family. Dennis was born on January 14, 1933, the second child of Floyd and Betty (Korodi) Branson in Chicago, Illinois. He married E. Marilyn Penrod on Jan. 31, 1950. Dennis served in the United States Army 2...
Thomas L. Fencl
Aug 10, 2019
Thomas L. Fencl. Beloved husband of Arlene A. nee Jecmen. Loving father of Kim (Steve) Rak, Laura Newer and John Fencl. Fond grandfather of 7 Great grandfather of 3. Dear brother of MaryAnn (Will) Doucette. Memorial gathering Saturday from 9:00 AM until the time of the Funeral Mass 10:00 AM at St. George Catholic Church 6711 W. 175th Street in...
Kenneth Williams
Aug 7, 2019
Kenneth Williams, age 88, late of Marian Village of Homer Glen, IL. US Army Korean War Veteran. Beloved husband of Arlene Williams nee Rubinick. Loving father of Kathy (Marty) Murphy, Nancy (Mike) Berkery, Michael (Julie), Mark (Jenni), the late Patricia (Jeff) Baker, Kevin (Melissa), Paul (LisaMarie). Proud grandfather of Kelly, Katie, Marty, late Patrick, Michael, late Tony, Jimmy, Laura, Matt,...
Rosalind M. Silski
Aug 5, 2019
Rosalind M. Silski, nee Little. Beloved mother of Frederick F. (Karen), Patricia Gorski, Robert E. (Cynthia), Richard G. (Ellen) and David P. (Tori) Silski. Loving grandmother of 13, Great grandmother of 22. Preceeded in death by her 3 brothers and 1 grandchild. Visitaion Thursday from 3:00 until 8:00 PM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home 17248 S. Harlem Ave Tinley Park,...
David E. Novak
Aug 2, 2019
David E. Novak, 51 died on August 2, 2019 at Mt. Sinai hospital in Chicago. A resident of Tinley Park, David is survived by his son, brother, sisters and nephews and predeceased parents. He worked as a scale operator at Lindahl for 30 years. David had a generous heart and loved his family and friends; he will be missed by...
John R. Dispensa
Jul 31, 2019
John R. Dispensa, age 81, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of the late Mary Dispensa. Loving and caring father of John R. II ( Chaoyi Li) Dispensa, and grandfather of Alec and Andrew Dispensa. John retired from Navistar Corp formerly International Harvester West Pullman.
Noretta M. Lange
Jul 30, 2019
Noretta M. Lange nee Gillis, age 75, late of Tinley Park, Beloved wife of Bill Lange. Loving mother of Michael Lange and Cathleen Sutherland (Steve). Proud grandmother of Ben and Jack Sutherland. Dear sister of Hollie Sorge (Rod). Caring aunt of Ken (Molly) and Bill (Chris) Burian. Funeral Tuesday August 6, 2019, 11:00 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248...
Jane Cerullo
Jul 25, 2019
Jane Cerullo, age 100, passed away peacefully at her home while on Hospice, on Thursday July 25, 2019. Jane was born August 22, 1918 in Blue Island to Carmella and Conio Corradino. She grew up with her nine siblings on the east side of Blue Island and lived on York Street where she resided at the time of her passing....
William B. Cody
Jul 20, 2019
On Saturday July 20, 2019 Bill Cody age 61 loving husband, father of 3 daughters, grandfather and brother passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family. Bill was born September 19, 1957 in Evergreen Park Illinois. He was owner and Vice President of C and C Communications. Bill loved spending time with family and friends, golfing and fishing. A memorial...
Patricia L. Lapinskas
Jul 19, 2019
Patricia L. Lapinskas nee Maka late of Orland Park, IL. Beloved wife of Jerome J. Lapinskas, loving mother of Daniel (Rachael) Lapinskas and Cheryl (William) Burns, dearest daughter of the late John and Helen Maka, dear sister of the late Diane (Ronald) Ritter, cherished grandmother of Evan and Nolan Burns and Noah Lapinskas, caring aunt to many nephews. Visitation Thursday...
Joseph A. Feldner
Jul 19, 2019
SGM Joseph A. Feldner, US Army Retired, passed away in the arms of his family on July 19, 2019 to join his Wife, Son, Son-in-Law, and Daughter-in-Law in heaven. He will bless those of Us on earth as a: Beloved Husband of the late Donna Marie (Feiling) Feldner, Father of Duane/late Meg Feldner, Janeen (Feldner-Pikula)/late Robert, and Loren J Feldner,...
Robert W. Anders
Jul 13, 2019
Robert “Bob” W. Anders, born February 4, 1974 in Mokena IL., left us July 13, 2019 unexpectedly. He is survived by his children; two daughters, Tanya Thron of Missouri, Bri Anders of Illinois; three Sons, Zack, Jordan and Nathan of Illinois, two grandchildren, Daymian and Hunter Thron of Missouri, Parents, Jack & Sharon Anders of Tennessee, Step-Father Rodger Fricke of...
Steven Paul Follenweider
Jul 12, 2019
Steven P. Follenweider, Suddenly, loving husband of Lori nee Yarmoska. Beloved son of Paul and Linda Follenweider. Dear brother of Sarah (Robert) Legge, Rachel Lynn, Jessica Nicole, Rebecca Theresa and Joseph Patrick. Dearest grandson of Patricia (late Patrick) Lloyd. Devoted son in law of John and Sharon Irene Yarmoska. Fond brother in law of Jennifer Ann and Stacy Kristine (Nicholas...
Laverne Adel Seeman
Jul 10, 2019
Laverne A. Seeman nee Kezis, late Of Joliet, IL formerly of Mokena, IL. Proceeded in death by her parents Bruno and Aldona Kezis. Beloved wife of the late John. Loving mother of Tammy (James) Mines, Shirley (late Gene) Carpenter, Nancy McClanahan, Mary Ann (Troy) Grose and Larry (Vicky) Seeman. Fond grandmother of 8, great grandmother of 4. Dear sister of...
Patricia A. Deany
Jul 9, 2019
Patricia A. Deany, age 90, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of the late Charles E. Deany. Loving mother of Anthony and Kevin Deany. Dearest daughter of the late Charles and Ann Fisher. Dear sister of the late Elizabeth Fisher the late Richard (Maureen) Fisher and the late Robert (Carrie) Fisher. Proud aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday,...
Virginia V. Kielanowicz
Jul 4, 2019
Virginia Kielanowicz (Krygowski) was born on 08/20/1924 to Antoni Krygowski and Victoria Rzonca. Virginia was one of eleven children. Her siblings were Joseph, Bernard, Frank, Mike, Mary, Angeline, Antonette, Raymond, Arthur, and Victor. She is welcomed into heaven by her late husband Edward Kielanowicz, son Joseph Kielanowicz, daughter Terry Romanowski and sons-in-law Henry Romanowski and Robert Newsome. Virginia is survived...
Bob Welcome
Jun 30, 2019
Bob Welcome, late of Evergreen Park, IL. Beloved husband of 43 years to the late Lynne nee Cunningham. Loving father of Katie, Bob (Sarah) and the late Gina Welcome. Proud grandfather of Michael, Emily, Sarah, Tony, Robbie and Justin. Dearest son of the late Robert Welcome and Carol Somerville. Dear brother of Brenda (Dale), Rick (Cheryl) and the late Laurie...
Frederick George Rauch Jr.
Jun 30, 2019
Frederick George Rauch, Jr., age 84, of Vandalia, Michigan, formerly of Mokena, Illinois, died peacefully Tuesday evening, July 30, 2019, in his residence in the comfort of his family’s presence. He was born April 22, 1935 in Blue Island, Illinois, the younger of two children of Frederick and Alice Rauch, Sr. He was raised and resided in Mokena, living there...
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