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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Bud H. Lemke

Bud H. Lemke

Feb 21, 2024

Bud H. Lemke, age 86, passed away on Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at Avantra Lake Zurich, IL.  Bud is survived by his children, Mark (Patti Jo) Lemke, Pamela (Grant) Fuchs, Heather Trost, and Scott (Lauren) Lemke; grandchildren, Karin Lemke, Josslyn McKenna, Kate (Timothy) Reeves, Grant (Mackenzie) Fuchs, Kimberly Lemke, Royce (Maura) Fuchs, Bryce Pitcairn, Trey Fuchs, Trent Pitcairn, Taylin Lemke,...

Shirley Etta Pascarella

Shirley Etta Pascarella

Feb 21, 2024

SHIRLEY ETTA PASCARELLA

(REKAU)

 

On February 21, 2024 Shirley Etta Pascarella (Rekau) age 89, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her family.  Born on July 25, 1934 in Steger Illinois to Robert and Charlotte (Ryan) Rekau.     

 

Beloved wife of the late Philip Pascarella for 56 years.  Loving mother of Curtis (Donna) Pascarella, Denise Pascarella and Philip Pascarella II.

 

Dear sister...

George F. Ashley

George F. Ashley

Feb 18, 2024

GEORGE F. ASHLEY

Age 77 of Cedar Lake IN, passed away on Sunday, February 18th, 2024 at his home. 

George is survived by his loving family, children, Ami (Paul) Workman, Laura Ashley, Andrew (Soonae) Ashley, Gwendolyn Ashley, siblings, Gladys Stuart, Richard Ashley and grandson, Alexander Ashley.

George was preceded in death by his parents, George & Mary Ashley (Shane), wife, Lois Ashley (Dau),...

James Alan Giglio

James Alan Giglio

Feb 18, 2024

James (Jim) Alan Giglio, 65, of Mokena, Illinois, passed away surrounded by his loving family on February 18, 2024.

Jim was born in Chicago on August 14, 1958 and raised in South Holland, IL by his parents, James and Barbara. As the oldest of four children who lost their father at a young age, Jim filled the role of protector and...

Marlene A. Buhle

Marlene A. Buhle

Feb 17, 2024



Marlene A. Buhle

We mourn the loss of Marlene Buhle, who passed away peacefully at the age of 88 on February 17, 2024 at her home in Mokena, Illinois. Born on September 27, 1935, in Chicago, she shared 68 joy-filled years with her beloved husband, William “Bill” Buhle, and was a source of unwavering love and comfort to her family.

Marlene loved...

Beatrice M. Kramer

Beatrice M. Kramer

Feb 16, 2024

Beatrice M. Kramer (nee Marr), age 101, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 16, 2024 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.Beatrice is survived by her beloved children, Bob (Cindy) Kramer, Mark Kramer, Brian Kramer, Denis (Wendy) Kramer, Patrick Kramer, and William (Linda) Kramer; her brother Robert (Magarete) Marr; her twelve grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews....

Mary C. Combs

Mary C. Combs

Feb 16, 2024

Mary Combs (nee Vaughn) age 59, of Chicago then Elwood, passed away on Friday, February 16, 2024, at Edward Hospital in Naperville.

Mary is survived by her beloved husband Larry Combs; son, Nathan Combs; siblings, Edward “Duke” (Herminia) Vaughn, Mike Vaughn, and Brian (Cathy) Vaughn; and cherished aunt and uncle Bob and Marylou Doucet; her loved nieces and nephews, Patricia (Roy),...

Suzanne Marie Jewula

Suzanne Marie Jewula

Feb 16, 2024

Suzanne (nee Weber) Jewula 81, formerly of Monee was born to the late Arthur and Hermaine (nee Jaeger) Weber and passed away February 16, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Stanley Jewula; loving mother of Stanley(Katrina)Jewula III, and the late Michael Jewula; proud grandmother of Spencer (Kaleigh) Jewula, and Emily Jewula; dear sister of the late Jeannette (nee Weber) Bleser,...

John W. Teerling

John W. Teerling

Feb 14, 2024

John W. Teerling, age 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet.

John is survived by his beloved wife Lois (nee Wuerffel) Teerling; daughters Linda Lee Teerling and Leesa Sue Walsh; and grandchildren, Austin Walsh, Marissa Walsh, Evan Walsh, and Cassidy Beckwith.

He is preceded in death by his parents Samuel and Hester Teerling; brothers...

Nanci A. Katula

Nanci A. Katula

Feb 13, 2024

Nanci Anne Katula, 83, of Orland Park, IL, passed away peacefully on February 13, 2024. She was born on August 31, 1940, in Chicago, IL, to Raea and Leo Korzenecki.

Nanci was a devoted wife, consummate mother, loving grandmother, and loyal friend who always sought to bring family and friends together. She had a passion for golf and spent many happy...

Nicholas J. Golich

Nicholas J. Golich

Feb 9, 2024

Nicholas J. Golich

Age 67 of New Lenox passed away Friday, February 09, 2024, at UI Health, Chicago, IL.  Nick was born in Chicago to Nicholas and Geraldine (nee Kramer) Golich.  Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Hayes) Golich; loving father of Nicholas Golich, Emily Golich, and Kaitlyn (Kevin Otte) Golich; cherished son of Geraldine and the late Martin “Marty” Keane and...

Thomas A. Stanfield

Thomas A. Stanfield

Feb 7, 2024

Thomas A. Stanfield  Age 66, of Mokena passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, February 7, 2024.  Tom was born in Chicago Heights, IL to the late William and Gwendolyn (nee Bruggeman) Stanfield.  Beloved husband of the late Cynthia R. Stanfield (nee Mooi); loving father of T.J. Stanfield, Jaclyn (Bryant) Myjak, and Joshua Stanfield; cherished Papa of Owen and Mason Myjak; dear brother...

Linda S. Miller

Linda S. Miller

Feb 6, 2024

Linda Miller, age 80, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at Lemont Nursing and Rehab.Linda was the loving mother of Kelly (James) Miller, Michael (Laurie) Smith, and Michelle (John) Janus; beloved Nanee to Brian (Nina) Miller, Luke (Allison) Miller, Kye Smith, Evan Smith, Noah Janus, Adam Janus, and Amber Janus; adoring great grandmother to Isla Miller, Greyson Miller,...

Shirley M. Maslowski

Shirley M. Maslowski

Feb 6, 2024

Shirley M. Maslowski (nee Lager)

Age 83 of New Lenox passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at Ascension St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet, IL.  Shirley was born in Chicago, IL to the late John and Bernice (nee Blake) Lager.   Beloved wife of the late Daniel Maslowski; loving mother of Daniel (the late Donna), Cathy (the late Leon) Boyes, Carolyn...

Frank R. Scagnelli

Frank R. Scagnelli

Feb 6, 2024

Frank R. Scagnelli, who everyone knew as Bob, passed away peacefully at home following a valiant battle with cancer on February 6, 2024. He was born April 29, 1945, in Joliet, IL, the son of the late Ernest “Guy” and Grace (nee Short) Scagnelli.

Bob is survived by his wife of 54 years, Judi; children, Michael (Joie Ziller) Scagnelli of Wilmington,...

Norman E. Klotz Sr.

Norman E. Klotz Sr.

Feb 6, 2024

Norman E. Klotz, age 87, passed away peacefully at home in New Lenox on Tuesday, February 6, 2024. 

Norman is survived by his beloved wife, Gail Klotz; children, William (Patricia) Klotz and Jeff Klotz; and his grandchildren Lauren Klotz, Megan Klotz, Brooke Klotz, Giovanna Tulk, Gavin Tulk, Rachel Domke, Veronica Domke, Clare Domke, Lucia Domke, and John Domke; sister Shirley (Late Ron)...

Salvatore J. Micele

Salvatore J. Micele

Feb 6, 2024

Salvatore J. Micele

Age 77 of New Lenox passed away Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at his home.  Sal was born in Chicago, IL to the late Salvatore G. and Irene M. (nee Adaszak) Micele.  Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Soper) Micele; loving father of Salvatore Micele, Anthony Micele, and Christina (Josh) Mann; dear brother of the late Rose (late Jim) Harazin;...

Barbara Ann Brock

Barbara Ann Brock

Feb 5, 2024

Barb spent her early year in the suburbs of Detroit. She enjoyed her family and all the events with aunts, uncles and cousins. Barb attended Hillsdale College and received her Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. At Hillsdale she was inducted in Phi Beta Pi sorority. Later Barb received her Masters Degree in Education from Illinois State University.

Barbara began teaching in Waterloo, Iowa. After a year and a half she moved to LaGrange, II. and started...

Bernadine P. Kelso

Bernadine P. Kelso

Feb 5, 2024

BERNADINE P. KELSO

(BARTOS)

 

Age 90, passed away on Monday, February 5th, 2024 at her home in Tinley Park.                   

 

Bernadine is survived by her loving family, children, Terri Tamer, Joe (Noreen) Kelso, Jack Kelso, Mary (Reinhart) Dietz, Donna (Dave) Riordan, Bill Kelso, Jim (Jenny) Kelso, Susan (John) Goetsch, grandchildren, Chris Tamer, Rikki (Rich) Treece,...

Nancy E. Czarnecki

Nancy E. Czarnecki

Feb 2, 2024

Nancy E. Czarnecki 75, of Alsip was born in Portsmouth, VA to Ralph and Mildred Proffitt and passed away February 2, 2024. Beloved wife of James Czarnecki just shy of 54 years; loving mother of Paul Czarnecki, Mark (Karen) Czarnecki; proud Gramma of Matthew Czarnecki, Kaitlyn Czarnecki, Ryan Czarnecki, and Haley Czarnecki; dear sister of Ralph (Louise) Proffitt and David...

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