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Joan A. Ottens
Dec 24, 2023
JOAN A. OTTENS
(WAGNER)
Age 89, of Markham, passed away on her terms, Sunday, December 24th, 2023 at Beecher Manor in Beecher.
There are many things we can say about Joan Ottens; the wife, mother, sister, grandmother, great grandmother, aunt and friend. She was proud, stubborn and all heart. She married her husband Otto Ottens on June 22nd, 1957, and gave the world...
Leon M. North
Dec 24, 2023
Leon M. North, age 87, passed away on Sunday, December 24, 2023 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.
Leon is survived by his beloved wife, Susan North; daughters, Kristen North, and Sheri (Donald) Testin; and his brother Russell North.
He is preceded in death by his mother Dorothy North; and his siblings, Robert North, Norman North, and Elenore O’Bara.
Leon enjoyed life...
Robert E. Blackford
Dec 23, 2023
Robert (Bob) Ernest Blackford, 88 years old, of Channahon, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday December 23, 2023.
He was born in Paragould, Arkansas, on March 14, 1935, to Robert and Nora Blackford. He resided in Arkansas until moving to Illinois over 40 years ago. He enjoyed pastimes such as piloting planes, gardening and reading his Bible. He was...
Richard J. Fryer
Dec 22, 2023
Richard J. Fryer
Age 76 of New Lenox, formerly of Chicago, passed away Friday, December 22, 2023, at Lightways Hospice, Joliet, IL. Richard was born in Chicago to the late John and Monica (nee Jurgites) Fryer. Beloved husband of Lois (nee Derrico); dear brother of Rita (Eugene) Lesinski; loved uncle and friend. Richard was a Project Manager Executive for AT&T for...
Kathy A. Barry
Dec 22, 2023
KATHY A. BARRY
(HARTIG)
Age 74, of Frankfort, passed away on Friday, December 22nd, 2023 at her home in Frankfort.
Kathy is survived by her loving family, husband, Patrick Barry, sons, Timothy (Crystal) Barry, Kevin (Stephanie Sabo) Barry, grandchildren, Verdie Barry, Millie Barry, Patrick Barry, siblings, Richard (Mickey) Hartig, Peggy Hartig, Mary Beth Hartig, Jeannie Heintzleman and Patricia Hartig.
Kathy was preceded in death...
Eleanore Ann Helis
Dec 22, 2023
Eleanore Ann Helis (nee Bazik)
Age 86, of New Lenox, passed away Friday, December 22, 2023. Eleanore was born in Joliet, IL to the late Andrew and Mary (nee Hulina) Bazik. Beloved wife of Louis B. Helis; loving mother of LuAnn (Greg) Hatfield, Denise (Tim) Cosgrove, and Lou (Michelle) Helis; cherished grandmother of Emily and Patrick Cosgrove, Chad and Taner Helis,...
George F Griffiths Iii
Dec 20, 2023
George Frederick Griffiths III, 81, went to be with his heavenly Father on December 20, 2023. He was born in Bronxville, New York to Anita and George Frederick Griffiths, Jr. on April 15, 1942. He was a founder, director and business owner, recently celebrating more than 50 years in business. He was the author of Significant Grandfathers and publisher of...
William Mena Venegas
Dec 17, 2023
William Mena Venegas 89, longtime resident of New Lenox was born in Chicago to the late Henry and Valeria Venegas and passed away December 17, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Jacqueline (nee Cieplak) Venegas; loving father of William (Leticia) Venegas, Kimberley A. (Chad) Pierson, Lesley (Jason) Isdonas, and Jennifer (Matthew) Garrett; proud grandpa of Stephanie Venegas, Abby Pierson, Sarah...
Barbara Kaye Munn
Dec 17, 2023
Barbara Munn, 82, of New Lenox, IL, passed away peacefully on December 17, 2023. She was born August 21, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois to the late Norman and Isabella (nee Mouat) Hunter.
Barb had 8 brothers. As the only girl and the middle child, she learned to be tough at a very young age, a trait she passed on to her...
James L. Lis
Dec 17, 2023
James Louis Lis, age 77, formerly of Chicago, and Tinley Park passed away on Sunday, December 17, 2023 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet.
He is survived by his beloved wife, Leona (nee Norbot) Lis; children, James (late Maryanne) Lis, Ann (Ruben) Irigoyen, and Jason (Janet) Lis, Sr.; grandchildren, Anthony, Danny, Sam, Olivia, Jason, Jr., and Jake; brother Thomas (Laurie) Lis;...
Paul R. Sorensen
Dec 16, 2023
PAUL R. SORENSEN
Age 91, of Frankfort, passed away on Saturday, December 16th, 2023 at Clarendale of Mokena.
Paul is survived by his loving family, wife, Gisela Sorensen (Sohn), son, Eric (Debra) Sorensen, daughter in-law, Jodi Sorensen, grandchildren, Liesel Sorensen, Troy Sorensen, Taylor Sorensen and Trent Sorensen.
Paul was preceded in death by his parents, Erhart & Bertha Sorensen (Pedersen) and son Mark...
Irene M. Koscinski
Dec 15, 2023
Irene Mary Bernadette Koscinski (nee Cooper, Jr)
“Cookie”
Age 76, of Mokena, IL, Homer Glen, IL, Calimesa, Ca, and Chicago, IL passed away on Friday, December 15, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Ronald “Ronnie” S. Koscinski; loving mother of Cheryl Ann Koscinski, Christopher S. Koscinski, and Jennifer T. Koscinski-Toller; cherished grandmother of Matthew Koscinski-Forbes, Anthony Forbes, Faith Irene Koscinski, Connor Lowman,...
Stephanie J. Jachna
Dec 14, 2023
STEPHANIE JEAN THERESA JACHNA
(PUDLO)
Born October 26, 1928 (Chicago)
Passed Away December 14, 2023 (Mokena)
Age 95, formerly of Chicago (until 1952), Calumet Park (1952-1978), New Lenox (1978-2021) and Mokena.
Stephanie is survived by her loving family, children, Jane Schutte’, James Jachna, Janice (Larry) Parchem, Jeffery (Susan) Jachna, grandchildren, Scott (Jessica Demko) Rajzer, Stephen (Teresa) Rajzer, Sara (Patrick) Heusing, Edward (Chance Gee) Rajzer Jr,...
Amelia A. Gordon
Dec 13, 2023
Amelia Ann Gordon (nee Harris)
Amy unexpectedly went to be with her Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on December 13 2023.
She was born in 1972 to Karen Harris (nee Mortensen) and the late Richard Harris.
She leaves behind her loving husband of 33 years, Bill Gordon, her daughter Jessica Gordon partner Brian their children Emmett and Raegan, Her daughter Kristen Fisher and...
Larry E. Nice Sr.
Dec 13, 2023
LARRY E. NICE SR.
Age 81, of Frankfort, passed away on Wednesday, December 13th, 2023 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.
Larry is survived by his loving family, wife, Joanne Nice (Bedford), children, Larry (Laura) Nice Jr, Janet Elitzer, grandchildren, Brandon (Kate) Nice, Brittany (fiancé Mike Rickey) Nice, siblings, Roland Nice, Ruthellen Brown and sister in-law Doris Nice.
Larry was preceded in...
Laszlo Horvath
Dec 13, 2023
Laszlo “Les” Horvath
Born April 7, 1936, in Ascalag, Hungary, passed away December 13, 2023, New Lenox, IL. Survived by his dear wife Verna (nee Lajcin); devoted son, Robert; loving granddaughter, Mandy (Matt) Lewis; brother Karol (Erzi) Horvath; sisters-in-law, Josie DeBartolomeo, Fran Ziemetz, Mari Horvath, Ann Horvath; numerous nephews, nieces, and cousins remain. Proceeded in death by his parents Jozsef and...
Danielle Marie Ramey
Dec 11, 2023
Danielle Marie Ramey, age 39, passed away peacefully at Lightways Hospice in Joliet on Monday, December 11, 2023.
Danielle is survived by her parents, Daniel and Linda (nee Anderson) Ramey; her sisters Amber (Jim) Allen, Rebecca (Wayne) McClain; Rachel (Josh French) Ramey; dear friend to Melissa McLeod; and her nephews Damien Allen, Levin Allen, Kaiden French, and Austin French.
She is preceded...
Richard R. Kobylecky
Dec 10, 2023
Richard Robert Kobylecky of New Lenox passed away on Friday, December 8th, 2023 at the age of 84. He is survived by his three loving children: Cathy (Bill) Keres, Jennifer (Toby Grabs) Kobylecky, and Tom (Yedid) Kobylecky, along with his dear sister Patricia (Bob) Kohl. He brought joy to his many grandchildren throughout his life, familial and adopted: Steve, Ron,...
Kathleen M. Doherty
Dec 10, 2023
KATHLEEN M. DOHERTY
(HARMON)
Age 61, of Mokena, passed away on Sunday, December 10th, 2023 at her home.
Kathleen is survived by her loving family, husband, Thomas Doherty, sons, Thomas J. (Anna) Doherty, Matthew (Lexie) Doherty, Daniel Doherty, grandchildren, Fields Doherty, Grace Doherty, siblings, Dennis Harmon, Maureen (Andy) Radakovitz, Tom (Audrey) Harmon, Colleen (Dave) DuVall and Chris (Julie) Harmon.
Kathleen was preceded in death...
Joan L Mayer
Dec 7, 2023
Joan L. Mayer, age 77, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 7, 2023 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet.
Joan is survived by her beloved children, Sharon (John) Rogers, Jennifer (Chris Jennings) Mayer, and William (Sarah) Mayer Jr.; her two brothers, John and Joseph Mayer; her sister Anne Krass; and her three cherished grandchildren.
She is preceded in death by her husband...
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