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John A. German
May 16, 2019
John A. German, age 68, late of New Lenox, IL. Born and raised in Cicero, IL. Preceded in death by his parents Albert and Lucille. Loving husband of the late Elizabeth German. Loving father of Jason (Rosemary), and Jeff (Kelly). Proud grandpa of Gianna, Abigail, and Ethan. Dear brother of Bill Jilbert Jr. Cherished brother-in-law of Judy, Diane, Reed, and...
Ralph H. Yunker
May 16, 2019
On May 16, 2019, Ralph H. Yunker of New Lenox, IL passed away at the age of 87. Ralph was born on March 24, 1932 to Walter and Anna Yunker. He served in the US Navy then attended the University of Illinois and became a Civil Engineer.He married the love of his life Shirley J. Overbey-Lashmet and helped raise her...
Richard F. Yorke
May 16, 2019
Richard F. Yorke, 61, a resident of Mokena, formerly of Naperville, IL, died Thursday, May 16, 2019 in New Lennox. Rick was born in Aurora Illinois on March 5, 1958 to Tom and Delores Yorke, attended St. Raphael elementary school, Benet Academy, and received his bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Illinois. He married Mary Kay Lorch, his...
June M. Gerdzunas
May 15, 2019
June M. Gerdzunas. Loving mother of Susan, Annie, the late Bill (Kim) and the late Gary (late Mary) Gerdzunas. Fond grandmother of 6 great grandmother of 5. Funeral Service Saturday May 18, 2019 at Vandenberg Funeral Home 19604 S. Wolf Rd. Mokena, IL Interment in St. John Cemetery Mokena, IL. Visitation Saturday May 18, 2019 from 9:00 AM until the...
Donna J. Gregori
May 13, 2019
Donna J. Gregori, age 66, former resident of Chicago Heights, IL. Cherished Daughter of Marianne Longi. Loving mother of Eric (Kelly), Antonio (Lisa), and Tina (James) Holba. Proud grandmother of Joseph, Joshua, Juliana, Nicholas, Jayden, and Landen. Dear sister of Robert Vail and the late Larry Vail. Donna was a devoted catholic, who loved to volunteer at St. Joseph’s Catholic...
Frank T. Lettiere
May 6, 2019
Frank Thomas Lettiere, 88, US Air Force Korean War Veteran passed away peacefully on Monday May 6, 2019 surrounded by family. He was a beloved husband to Kathleen Jane Lettiere née Flynn of 61 years. Loving father to Frank Thomas Jr. (Beth), Karen, Kathy (Bill) Hudek, Michael, Joan, Kelly and Joseph (Allison). Cherished grandfather to Frank Thomas III, Maryellen Danaher,...
Steven Douglas Berg
May 5, 2019
Steven Douglas Berg. Devoted companion of Tyson. Loving brother of Paul S. (Akiko) and Mike K. (Karin) Berg. Beloved son of the late Robert E. and L. Marcia nee Zaremba. Dear uncle of Jeremy, Lexi and Alicia Berg. Fond cousin of Tamisine Berg, Jenni Berg, David Schmidt and Jim Berg. Great cousin of Joseph, Jonathan and David Schmidt. Visitation Friday...
Victor T. Kaminski
Apr 28, 2019
Victor T. Kaminski. Late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved husband of the late Caroline S. Kaminski nee Musich. Loving father of Debra and Lori Kaminski. Dear brother of Annie and Rosie. Many nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday May 3, 2019 11:00 AM from the Funeral Home to St. George Church Mass 11:30 AM. Interment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Marilyn Sommerfeld
Apr 23, 2019
Marilyn Sommerfeld, late of Oak Forest, IL. Beloved wife of the late Elmer Sommerfeld. Loving mother of Denise (Dennis) Grenat, Cara and Craig (Barbara) Sommerfeld. Fond grandmother of Andrew, Sarah, Dennis, Alex, Sherry, Brandon,Jerahmy, Justin, Jesse and Jazmynn. Great grandmother of 8. Dear sister Beverly and Sharon. Funeral service Monday April 29, 2019 at 10:00 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral...
Anna Christina Bartoli
Apr 22, 2019
Anna Christina Bartoli nee Smith, beloved wife of the late Christian Bartoli Jr. Loving mother of Linda Bartoli and Anthony C. Bartoli. Devoted grandmother of Marissa Daszkiewicz, Brianna, Jordan and Anthony C. Jr. Bartoli. Dear sister of Dorothy Smith and Frances Homberger. Visitation Friday April 26, 2019 from 3:00 until 8:00 PM. Private Cremation Rite.
Nancy E. Scanlin
Apr 22, 2019
Nancy E. Scanlin, age 70. late of Mokena. Beloved wife of William E. Scanlin Sr. Loving mother of Jennifer Scanlin and William D. Scanlin. Caring grandmother to Liberty. Cherished Brother of Joe ( Marcia) Rhodes. Proceeded in death by brother Jeffrey Rhodes, and David Rhodes. Memorial Service Saturday May 4, 12:00 at Wayside Chapel, 12700 Southwest Hwy, Palos Park, IL....
Evelyn C. Hopman
Apr 18, 2019
Evelyn C. Hopman, age 87, late of Mokena, Beloved wife of the late Martin Hopman. Loving mother of Linda, Marty (Marilyn), John (Norma), Terry (Gary) Schoen, and Lana Radke. Proud grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral services are being held in private. Arrangements are entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home, www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com .
Dorine J. Buffo
Apr 18, 2019
Dorine Josephine Buffo nee Saunoras, age 81, late of Tinley Park. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Buffo. Loving mother of Cindy Buffo-Weiner, Robert Buffo, Linda Buffo (Don Belanger), late Robin Buffo, and the late Franco Buffo. Caring grandmother of Sherri (Scott) Floquet, Michael Belanger, Michael Weiner, Giovanna Weiner, Dawn Marie Salvo, Danielle Lee Boucher, and great grandmother of Raea...
Elaine C. Swan
Apr 17, 2019
Elaine C. Swan nee Rechkemer, age 70, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of the late Robert Swan. Loving daughter of LaVerne and the late Emil Rechkemer. Dear sister of Wayne (Joyce) Rechkemer. Caring step-mother of Bill (Marilyn) Swan, Robert Swan, Amy Swan, and grandmother of 5. Kind aunt of several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, contributions can...
Geraldine A. Gillund
Apr 16, 2019
Beloved wife of William B. Gillund. Loving mother of Kathleen Gillund. Funeral Tuesday April 23, 2019 9:30 AM from the Funeral Home to St. George Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM. Interment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Monday April 22, 2019 from 3:00 to 8:00 PM. In Liue of Flowers, Donations to the Alzheimers Association.
Louise A. Martino
Apr 14, 2019
Louise A. Martino, nee Basile. Beloved wife of the late Patrick. Loving mother of Patti L. (Michael) Dolce and Kathy (Scott) Savage.Fond grandmother of Melissa (Andrew) Holdsworth, Kristina Anderson, Michael Savage, Samantha Savage and the late Christopher Savage. Great grandmother of Ethan and Everleigh Holdsworth. Dear sister of Pat Basile, John Basile, Ron Basile and Anna Sinise. Lying in State...
Matthew C. Sterchele
Apr 11, 2019
Matthew C. Sterchele, age 47, late of Frankfort, IL. Loving father of Vincent, Marco and Alcee Sterchele. Loving son of Vernon (Susan) Sterchele and Carole Hussey. Caring brother of Sandy (Dan) Wheeler, and the late Scott Sterchele. Dear friend of Deena Perritano. Uncle of Tessa and Alex Wheeler, Mike and Joe Sterchele. Friend to many. Visitation Monday, April 15, 2019,...
Richard R. Joslyn
Apr 11, 2019
Richard R. Joslyn, late of Tinley Park, IL formerly of Orland Park, IL. Beloved husband of Eva nee Goetz and the late Catherine nee Goff. Loving father of Janet (Brian) Mitchell, Steve (Dawn) and Jean (late Gerry) Burns Step father of Andrew (Justine) Moe, Tracy (Thom) Moore and Michael (Carrie) Moe. Cherished grandfather of Brittany, Morgan, Gerry, Brian, Ryan, Michael,...
Frank C. Dorcak
Apr 6, 2019
On April 6, 2019, Frank Dorcak, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away at the age of 70. Frank was born on February 13, 1949, in Chicago, IL to Frank and Sophia (Gross) Dorcak. He received a mechanical engineering degree from Marquette University in 1972 and an MBA from Loyola University in 1975. On September 1, 1973, in Norwood Park,...
Frank Michael Russo
Apr 6, 2019
Frank M. Russo, 53, of Frankfort, passed suddenly at home Saturday, April 6th, 2019. Frank was born August 10, 1965, in Blue Island, Illinois. He dedicated his life to the first responder community. After returning from the United States Marine Corps in 1986, he began his career as a Crestwood police officer. He later owned and operated ambulance companies in...
John A. German
May 16, 2019
John A. German, age 68, late of New Lenox, IL. Born and raised in Cicero, IL. Preceded in death by his parents Albert and Lucille. Loving husband of the late Elizabeth German. Loving father of Jason (Rosemary), and Jeff (Kelly). Proud grandpa of Gianna, Abigail, and Ethan. Dear brother of Bill Jilbert Jr. Cherished brother-in-law of Judy, Diane, Reed, and...
Ralph H. Yunker
May 16, 2019
On May 16, 2019, Ralph H. Yunker of New Lenox, IL passed away at the age of 87. Ralph was born on March 24, 1932 to Walter and Anna Yunker. He served in the US Navy then attended the University of Illinois and became a Civil Engineer.He married the love of his life Shirley J. Overbey-Lashmet and helped raise her...
Richard F. Yorke
May 16, 2019
Richard F. Yorke, 61, a resident of Mokena, formerly of Naperville, IL, died Thursday, May 16, 2019 in New Lennox. Rick was born in Aurora Illinois on March 5, 1958 to Tom and Delores Yorke, attended St. Raphael elementary school, Benet Academy, and received his bachelor’s degree in Accounting from the University of Illinois. He married Mary Kay Lorch, his...
June M. Gerdzunas
May 15, 2019
June M. Gerdzunas. Loving mother of Susan, Annie, the late Bill (Kim) and the late Gary (late Mary) Gerdzunas. Fond grandmother of 6 great grandmother of 5. Funeral Service Saturday May 18, 2019 at Vandenberg Funeral Home 19604 S. Wolf Rd. Mokena, IL Interment in St. John Cemetery Mokena, IL. Visitation Saturday May 18, 2019 from 9:00 AM until the...
Donna J. Gregori
May 13, 2019
Donna J. Gregori, age 66, former resident of Chicago Heights, IL. Cherished Daughter of Marianne Longi. Loving mother of Eric (Kelly), Antonio (Lisa), and Tina (James) Holba. Proud grandmother of Joseph, Joshua, Juliana, Nicholas, Jayden, and Landen. Dear sister of Robert Vail and the late Larry Vail. Donna was a devoted catholic, who loved to volunteer at St. Joseph’s Catholic...
Frank T. Lettiere
May 6, 2019
Frank Thomas Lettiere, 88, US Air Force Korean War Veteran passed away peacefully on Monday May 6, 2019 surrounded by family. He was a beloved husband to Kathleen Jane Lettiere née Flynn of 61 years. Loving father to Frank Thomas Jr. (Beth), Karen, Kathy (Bill) Hudek, Michael, Joan, Kelly and Joseph (Allison). Cherished grandfather to Frank Thomas III, Maryellen Danaher,...
Steven Douglas Berg
May 5, 2019
Steven Douglas Berg. Devoted companion of Tyson. Loving brother of Paul S. (Akiko) and Mike K. (Karin) Berg. Beloved son of the late Robert E. and L. Marcia nee Zaremba. Dear uncle of Jeremy, Lexi and Alicia Berg. Fond cousin of Tamisine Berg, Jenni Berg, David Schmidt and Jim Berg. Great cousin of Joseph, Jonathan and David Schmidt. Visitation Friday...
Victor T. Kaminski
Apr 28, 2019
Victor T. Kaminski. Late of Tinley Park, IL. Beloved husband of the late Caroline S. Kaminski nee Musich. Loving father of Debra and Lori Kaminski. Dear brother of Annie and Rosie. Many nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday May 3, 2019 11:00 AM from the Funeral Home to St. George Church Mass 11:30 AM. Interment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Marilyn Sommerfeld
Apr 23, 2019
Marilyn Sommerfeld, late of Oak Forest, IL. Beloved wife of the late Elmer Sommerfeld. Loving mother of Denise (Dennis) Grenat, Cara and Craig (Barbara) Sommerfeld. Fond grandmother of Andrew, Sarah, Dennis, Alex, Sherry, Brandon,Jerahmy, Justin, Jesse and Jazmynn. Great grandmother of 8. Dear sister Beverly and Sharon. Funeral service Monday April 29, 2019 at 10:00 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral...
Anna Christina Bartoli
Apr 22, 2019
Anna Christina Bartoli nee Smith, beloved wife of the late Christian Bartoli Jr. Loving mother of Linda Bartoli and Anthony C. Bartoli. Devoted grandmother of Marissa Daszkiewicz, Brianna, Jordan and Anthony C. Jr. Bartoli. Dear sister of Dorothy Smith and Frances Homberger. Visitation Friday April 26, 2019 from 3:00 until 8:00 PM. Private Cremation Rite.
Nancy E. Scanlin
Apr 22, 2019
Nancy E. Scanlin, age 70. late of Mokena. Beloved wife of William E. Scanlin Sr. Loving mother of Jennifer Scanlin and William D. Scanlin. Caring grandmother to Liberty. Cherished Brother of Joe ( Marcia) Rhodes. Proceeded in death by brother Jeffrey Rhodes, and David Rhodes. Memorial Service Saturday May 4, 12:00 at Wayside Chapel, 12700 Southwest Hwy, Palos Park, IL....
Evelyn C. Hopman
Apr 18, 2019
Evelyn C. Hopman, age 87, late of Mokena, Beloved wife of the late Martin Hopman. Loving mother of Linda, Marty (Marilyn), John (Norma), Terry (Gary) Schoen, and Lana Radke. Proud grandmother, great-grandmother and great-great grandmother. Dear aunt of many nieces and nephews. Funeral services are being held in private. Arrangements are entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home, www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com .
Dorine J. Buffo
Apr 18, 2019
Dorine Josephine Buffo nee Saunoras, age 81, late of Tinley Park. Beloved wife of the late Thomas Buffo. Loving mother of Cindy Buffo-Weiner, Robert Buffo, Linda Buffo (Don Belanger), late Robin Buffo, and the late Franco Buffo. Caring grandmother of Sherri (Scott) Floquet, Michael Belanger, Michael Weiner, Giovanna Weiner, Dawn Marie Salvo, Danielle Lee Boucher, and great grandmother of Raea...
Elaine C. Swan
Apr 17, 2019
Elaine C. Swan nee Rechkemer, age 70, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved wife of the late Robert Swan. Loving daughter of LaVerne and the late Emil Rechkemer. Dear sister of Wayne (Joyce) Rechkemer. Caring step-mother of Bill (Marilyn) Swan, Robert Swan, Amy Swan, and grandmother of 5. Kind aunt of several nieces and nephews. In lieu of flowers, contributions can...
Geraldine A. Gillund
Apr 16, 2019
Beloved wife of William B. Gillund. Loving mother of Kathleen Gillund. Funeral Tuesday April 23, 2019 9:30 AM from the Funeral Home to St. George Church for Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM. Interment in Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Visitation Monday April 22, 2019 from 3:00 to 8:00 PM. In Liue of Flowers, Donations to the Alzheimers Association.
Louise A. Martino
Apr 14, 2019
Louise A. Martino, nee Basile. Beloved wife of the late Patrick. Loving mother of Patti L. (Michael) Dolce and Kathy (Scott) Savage.Fond grandmother of Melissa (Andrew) Holdsworth, Kristina Anderson, Michael Savage, Samantha Savage and the late Christopher Savage. Great grandmother of Ethan and Everleigh Holdsworth. Dear sister of Pat Basile, John Basile, Ron Basile and Anna Sinise. Lying in State...
Matthew C. Sterchele
Apr 11, 2019
Matthew C. Sterchele, age 47, late of Frankfort, IL. Loving father of Vincent, Marco and Alcee Sterchele. Loving son of Vernon (Susan) Sterchele and Carole Hussey. Caring brother of Sandy (Dan) Wheeler, and the late Scott Sterchele. Dear friend of Deena Perritano. Uncle of Tessa and Alex Wheeler, Mike and Joe Sterchele. Friend to many. Visitation Monday, April 15, 2019,...
Richard R. Joslyn
Apr 11, 2019
Richard R. Joslyn, late of Tinley Park, IL formerly of Orland Park, IL. Beloved husband of Eva nee Goetz and the late Catherine nee Goff. Loving father of Janet (Brian) Mitchell, Steve (Dawn) and Jean (late Gerry) Burns Step father of Andrew (Justine) Moe, Tracy (Thom) Moore and Michael (Carrie) Moe. Cherished grandfather of Brittany, Morgan, Gerry, Brian, Ryan, Michael,...
Frank C. Dorcak
Apr 6, 2019
On April 6, 2019, Frank Dorcak, loving husband, father and grandfather, passed away at the age of 70. Frank was born on February 13, 1949, in Chicago, IL to Frank and Sophia (Gross) Dorcak. He received a mechanical engineering degree from Marquette University in 1972 and an MBA from Loyola University in 1975. On September 1, 1973, in Norwood Park,...
Frank Michael Russo
Apr 6, 2019
Frank M. Russo, 53, of Frankfort, passed suddenly at home Saturday, April 6th, 2019. Frank was born August 10, 1965, in Blue Island, Illinois. He dedicated his life to the first responder community. After returning from the United States Marine Corps in 1986, he began his career as a Crestwood police officer. He later owned and operated ambulance companies in...
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