Obituaries

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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Marcia Ann Reeves

Marcia Ann Reeves

August 19, 2025

Marcia Ann Reeves (Hearne)

“Ann”

Age 74 of New Lenox, IL passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at Lightways Hospice, Joliet, IL surrounded by her loving family. Ann was born in Houston, TX to the late Arthur and Marcia (Roth) Hearne.

Loving mother of Jonathan (Lauren) Reeves and Eric Reeves; cherished grandmother of Kendyll Reeves, Liam Reeves, Nolan Reeves, Ellison Reeves, and Jack...

Drew D. Duzinskas

Drew D. Duzinskas

August 16, 2025

Drew D. Duzinskas

Age 42 of New Lenox passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Drew was born in Oak Lawn, IL to Douglas and Nancy (nee Miller) Duzinskas.

Loving son of Douglas Duzinskas and Nancy Duzinskas; cherished brother of Diana Duzinskas and Dustin (fiancée Liz Stimac) Duzinskas; loved nephew, cousin, and friend.

Drew was a graduate of the University of Illinois...

William P. Braker, Jr.

William P. Braker, Jr.

July 27, 2025

William Paul Braker, Jr., 98, formerly of Matteson, IL, passed away peacefully on July 27, 2025. Born on November 3, 1926, in Chicago, IL, he was the son of William P Braker, Sr. and Wilhelmine (Minnie) Johanna (Wassermann) Braker, he was the beloved husband of Patricia Mintie (Reese) Braker and father to his children Beth (Tom Scott), Chip (Joanie), Nancy...

Jerrold W. Tegtmeyer

Jerrold W. Tegtmeyer

August 25, 2025

Jerrold W. Tegtmeyer

Age 71 of New Lenox passed away Monday, August 25, 2025 at Lightways Hospice, Joliet, IL surrounded by his loving family. Jerry was born in Chicago Heights, IL to the late Elmer and Pearl (nee Roesner) Tegtmeyer.

Beloved husband of Denice (nee Griffin) Tegtmeyer; loving father of Michael (Mareike) Tegtmeyer, Margaret (David) Killoy, Jeri (David Kelso) Tegtmeyer, Douglas (Beth)...

Nicholas J. Wallow

Nicholas J. Wallow

August 24, 2025

Age 61, of Joliet, passed away Sunday, August 24th, 2025 at his home in Joliet.

Nick is survived by his loving family, children, Melissa Wallow, Olivia Wallow, Kevin Reilly, parents, William & Joann Wallow (Boris), former spouse, Cathy (Mark) Younglove (Albert), grandchildren, Caiden Wallow, James Wallow, Dominic Grillo, Charlie Wolf, Kelsea Reilly, siblings. Necole Wallow, Billy Wallow, Anthony (Marge) Wallow and...

John C. Dudley

John C. Dudley

August 22, 2025

Orland Park Illinois — John Conrad Dudley, 100, died Friday, August 22, 2025, at Smith Crossing.

He leaves his wife of 77 years, Jean Eloise (Murphy) Dudley. He is reunited in Heaven with his 1st born daughter Susan Dudley. Loving father of Deborah Farkas, Jane (Michael) Gross, and Jon Dudley (Janice). Cherished grandfather to Laura, Sarah, John and Jeanna. Cherished great-grandfather...

Brian A. Wagner

Brian A. Wagner

August 22, 2025

Brian A. Wagner, 73, of Frankfort, Illinois, passed away peacefully on his birthday, August 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.

Born and raised in Chicago, Brian carried a lifelong passion for his hometown teams—the Chicago Bears and the White Sox. He was also an avid golfer, proudly achieving three holes-in-one during his many years...

Jill E. Augustine

Jill E. Augustine

August 21, 2025

Jill E. Augustine

Age 78, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, entered into rest with our Lord on Thursday, August 21, 2025.

Born in Chicago, Illinois and raised in Wood Dale, Illinois, Jill attended East Leyden High School and later graduated from Triton College and Elmhurst College. She carried her dedication to learning, family, and faith throughout her life.

Jill was...

William Howard Etheridge, Jr.

William Howard Etheridge, Jr.

August 20, 2025

William Howard “Bill” Etheridge, Jr.

September 16, 1939 – August 20, 2025

William Howard “Bill” Etheridge, Jr., beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away on August 20, 2025, at the age of 85.

Bill was born in Hammond, Indiana, and grew up in Morocco, Indiana. Later, he met his soon-to-be wife, Annette, during a trip to Florida. They were...

Laurie J. Rodriguez

Laurie J. Rodriguez

August 20, 2025

Laurie J. Rodriguez (Anderson)

September 7, 1960- August 20, 2025

Laurie Rodriguez, age 64, of New Lenox, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Laurie was a life-long resident of New Lenox, IL and daughter to Mary Ann (Flessner) Anderson and the late Harold “Dick” Anderson. Beloved wife of David Rodriguez; loving mother...

Peter Kingsley Tonkumoh

Peter Kingsley Tonkumoh

August 17, 2025

Obituary information is pending at this time.

Joseph J. Sues

Joseph J. Sues

August 16, 2025

Age 68, a long time resident of Frankfort, passed away August 16, 2025 at his home. He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Anna Marie, his children, Joseph (Amanda) Sues, Laura (Ron) Lampen, Daniel (Katie) Sues and his nine cherished grandchildren- AJ, Adriana, Aston, Noah, Dominic, Owen, Vincent, Genevieve, and Otto.

Joe is survived by his mother Louise...

Paul A. LaBuhn

Paul A. LaBuhn

August 16, 2025

Paul A. LaBuhn, born on November 10, 1954, passed away peacefully at home on August 16, 2025, surrounded by the love of his devoted family, after a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer.

Paul married the love of his life, Janet (née Smith) LaBuhn. Their bond was one of true partnership and lasting devotion. They were blessed to have celebrated 50 years...

Gerald "Jerry" C. Stewart

Gerald "Jerry" C. Stewart

August 16, 2025

Age 91, longtime resident of Frankfort, passed away Saturday, August 16th, 2025 at Elevate Care Abington in Glenview.

Jerry is survived by his loving family, son, Arthur (Nicole) Stewart, grandchildren, Tommy Stewart, Harper Stewart, sister, Madelon Meents and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur & Frieda Stewart (Schonfeldt), wife, Linda A. Stewart (Raffke), son,...

James "Jim" Harazim

James "Jim" Harazim

August 15, 2025

James Michael HarazimDecember 31, 1957 – August 15, 2025James Michael Harazim, 67, of New Lenox, Illinois, passed away at home on August 15, 2025, in the loving care of his life partner, Delilah Cech. Jim was a skilled fabricator and welder by trade. After retiring, Jim cherished his time divided between New Lenox and Friendship, Wisconsin, where he and Delilah...

Richard P. Sargent

Richard P. Sargent

August 13, 2025

Richard P. (“Dick”) Sargent, age 94, of New Lenox, joined his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at home, surrounded by loving family and his devoted wife of 71+ years, Marilyn. Dick’s family was his greatest source of pride and joy and he is survived by his four children: Scott (Jeanne) Sargent, Anne (John) Helander, Nancy...

Ralph A. Eisenbrandt

Ralph A. Eisenbrandt

August 11, 2025

Age 86, of Frankfort, passed away Monday, August 11th, 2025 at Thrive of Fox Valley in Aurora.

Ralph is survived by his loving family, children, Wendy (James) Rinke, AnnKaryn (Ronald) Bettenhausen, Paul (Kris) Eisenbrandt, grandchildren, Erin, Jamie, Kylee, Elizabeth, Max, Amber, Zowee, Steeler, great grandchildren, David, Evan, Ivy-Lou, sister, Vivienne Ellis, special niece Cathy and her husband David Dutro who was...

Joan P. Hanson

Joan P. Hanson

August 8, 2025

Joan P. Hanson 

Age 83, of Frankfort, IL. formally of New Lenox, IL. passed away Friday August 8, 2025, at her home in Frankfort. Joan is survived by her loving family children: William (Nancy) Jennings, Jodi (Dan) Sheahan, Judi (Mike) Janovic; grandchildren: Katie and Will Jennings, Madeline (Jesus Salomon), John, Emily (Spencer Liebermann), Sophie, Allison Sheahan, Ryan (Alexis Eccles), and Kyle...

Karen L. Barnaby

Karen L. Barnaby

August 6, 2025

Karen Barnaby 

Born May 23, 1937, and passed away on August 6, 2025. She grew up in Frankfort, IL. and was a member of the first graduating class of Lincolnway Community High School in 1955. Her marriage brought her to Connecticut where she lived for over 40 years until health concerns brought her back to Illinois to be closer to her...

Gloria J Parello

Gloria J Parello

August 3, 2025

Gloria J. Parello (nee Tynski) 78, of New Lenox was born in Chicago Illinois to the late Florian and Margaret (nee Herman) Tynski and passed away on August 3, 2025. Beloved wife of 46 years to Raymond Parello; loving mother of Mindy (Rick) DeMichele, Kara (Brad) Lande, Rae Lynn (Raymond) Ristich; cherished GiGi of Nicolas, Max, Meadow, Lilliana, and Layla;...