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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area
Steven D. Rogers
Apr 13, 2025
Steven D. Rogers, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on April 13, 2025, at the age of 74. Born on April 27, 1950, in Kalamazoo, Michigan, Steven lived a life marked by dedication and love, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew him.
A proud Navy veteran, Steven served in Vietnam, embodying the valor and commitment...
Mary Catherine Hosty
Apr 26, 2025
Mary Catherine Hosty (Nagle) age 81 of Mokena passed away peacefully on Saturday, April 26th, 2025.
Beloved wife of Kevin E. Hosty. Dear mother of the late Paula Koterba Martino, Colleen (Jim) Hayes, Kathleen Koterba, the late Raymond D. Koterba, Shannon Serr, Patti (Mike) Ball. Cherished grandmother of Dale (Michelle) Elosh, Tommy (Molly) Hayes, Kennedy Serr, Anthony (Katie) Martino. Great Grandmother...
Raymond S. Patterson
Apr 26, 2025
RAYMOND S. PATTERSON
Age 70, of Frankfort, passed away Saturday, April 26th, 2025 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.
Raymond is survived by his loving family, wife, Peggy Patterson (Beller), children, Sarah (Kyle) Robbins, Scott (Fiancé Christie Beebe) Patterson, Stacy (Cory) Dillard, grandchildren, Elijah Robbins, Levi Patterson, Chip Dillard, Collins Dillard, Cooper Dillard, siblings, Bill (Denise) Patterson, John (Pam) Patterson, Norman...
Patricia J. Allen
Apr 24, 2025
Patricia J. Allen, a beloved mother, grandmother, grade school teacher and cherished member of her community, passed away peacefully on April 24, 2025, at her residence. Born on April 27, 1942, in Joliet, Illinois, Patricia lived a life dedicated to family, education, and service.
Patricia devoted her entire career to teaching in New Lenox, Illinois, where she inspired countless young minds...
Carolynn Reils
Apr 23, 2025
Carolynn Mae Reils (nee Rinke) left her earthly body and joined our Father in Heaven on Wednesday April 23, 2025, at Borgess Hospital in Kalamazoo, MI., her loving family at her side.
Carolynn was born to the late George and Hyacinth Rinke. Having grown up in Mokena Il, she attended both St. Mary School and Lincolnway Comm. High School. She met...
Ronald C. Lund
Apr 23, 2025
Ronald C. Lund, age 81, affectionately known as Ron, passed away peacefully on April 23, 2025, with his loving wife, Jean and family, by his side. Born on August 20, 1943, in Rockford, Illinois, Ron lived a life full of warmth, humor, and devotion to his family and community.
Ron had an impressive career that began at the tender age of...
Linda M Dehnert
Apr 22, 2025
Linda Marie Dehnert (lovingly known as “Mimi,” “Grandma Linda, “Mom”), 76, passed away Tuesday, April 22nd surrounded by family, music and memories. She took her last breaths with her daughter, Lisa, beside her. Linda is survived by her first husband, Robert Labuda and their biological children: Lisa Estes and Robert Labuda Jr. She is also survived by the large family...
Walter H. Jaros Jr.
Apr 20, 2025
Walter H. Jaros Jr.
Age 82, of Steger, passed away Sunday, April 20th, 2025, with his family by his side.
Walter is survived by his loving partner of 37 years, Christel Gabor; children: Scott (Jill) Jaros, Todd Jaros, Amy (Mike) Sherrell, Shirley Palmer, and Randy (Therese) Palmer; grandchildren: Zachary Carey, Nicholas Carey, Alexander Carey, Samuel Sherrell, Stephanie Sherrell, Cole Cress, Kyle Cress,...
Bernadine M. DeMent
Apr 20, 2025
Bernadine M. DeMent (Farnaus)
Age 84, of Frankfort, passed away Sunday, April 20th, 2025 at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital in Palos Heights.
Bernadine is survived by her loving family, children, Karen (Scott) McGinnis, Kevin (Kimberlee) Welch, Brian (Theo Grigorov) Welch, siblings, Norbert (Jacqueline) Farnaus, Ronald (Susan) Farnaus, grandchildren, Colleen (Brian) Ritter, Erin (Kyle) Janozik, Kelly (Matthew) Weber, Sean (Terica) Walker, Shannon Welch,...
Mary L. Miller
Apr 20, 2025
MARY L. MILLER (MORGAN)
Age 69, of Chicago Heights, passed away Sunday, April 20th, 2025 at her home in Chicago Heights.
Mary is survived by her loving family, children, Jeffrey (Jill) Miller, Jason Miller, grandchildren, Kensington Miller, Kyler Miller, Kaiden Miller, nieces and nephew, Daniel Stefani, Jordan (Brody) Oesterreic, Morgan Anderson and numerous close friends.
Mary was preceded in death by her parents,...
Don C. Bettenhausen
Apr 19, 2025
Don C. Bettenhausen, born on March 9, 1947, passed away at Sunny Hill Nursing Home on April 19, 2025, at the age of 78. Throughout his life, Don was known not only for his dedication to farming but also for his unwavering commitment to helping those around him. His kindness and generosity extended, particularly towards his friends, who often spoke...
Beverly J. Kirk
Apr 19, 2025
Beverly J. Kirk (nee Fischer)
Age 89 of Joliet, IL passed away Saturday, April 19, 2025, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Beverly was born in Chicago, IL to the late Carl E. and Mabel (nee Dodson) Fischer.
Beloved wife of the late, love of her life, Joseph T. Kirk; loving mother of Julie Kirk, Terri (Steven) Kaliszewski, the late Thomas...
Leonard L. Hawrysio, Jr.
Apr 16, 2025
Leonard L. Hawrysio Jr.
Age 65, of New Lenox, IL passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 16, 2025. Leonard was born in Harvey, IL to the late Leonard Sr. and Rosemarie (nee Candeloro) Hawrysio.
Beloved husband of Jill (nee Sendera) Hawrysio; loving father of Kayleigh (Francisco) Villasenor, Bethaney (Steven Kelly) Hawrysio, and Logan Hawrysio; dear brother of Shelli (Keith) Howlett; favorite grand...
Daniel Ray Albert
Apr 15, 2025
Daniel Ray Albert was born in Hidalgo, Illinois to Edgar Nathanael Albert and Dorothy Marie (Tiemann) Albert on 28 June 1949. Dan was the eldest of four boys; himself, Carl, Dave, and Bill. He was raised in Joliet and Lockport, Illinois, attending school at Park, Taft, and Lockport Township High.
Dan enlisted in the US Navy in 1969, serving during the...
Edward Raymond Bean
Apr 15, 2025
Edward Raymond Bean Jr. was born on May 31, 1941, in Chicago, Illinois, and passed away at his home in New Lenox on April 15, 2025, with his loving family by his side. He dedicated his life to public service, beginning with a commendable 35-year career as an Illinois State Trooper. Edward's commitment to his profession was evident throughout his...
Sandra L. Butterfield
Apr 15, 2025
Sandra L. Butterfield 75, longtime resident of New Lenox IL was born in Joliet to the late James and Shirley Robbins and passed away April 15, 2025. Loving mother of Stephanie Whitman, and Ryan (Carissa Tonner) Butterfield; proud grandma of Cody (late Nicole Frye) Douthit, Sarah (Nate) Thornburg, and Dominic Whitman; dear sister of Kathleen (late Frank) Potter, James (late...
Patricia Carole Smith
Apr 13, 2025
Patricia C. Smith 88, of New Lenox was born in Chicago Illinois and passed away on April 13, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Donald Richard Smith; loving mother of Mark (Jean) Smith, Jodi (Dennis) Brtva, and Tracy (Larry) Bennett; proud grandmother of Tony (Kaitlyn) Turek, Katie (Brad) Booth, Ashley (Ryan) Williams, Joey (Erika) Smith, Tara (Tim) Dinolfo, Eric (Kaitlyn...
Dinah J. Malloy
Apr 13, 2025
DINAH J. MALLOY (MOBUS)
Age 81, passed away Sunday, April 13th, 2025 at Alden of Shorewood in Shorewood.
Dinah is survived by her loving family, children, Jennifer (Christopher) Davis, Dan (Allison Dehm) Malloy, Matt (Christina Tribbia) Malloy, grandchildren, Nate (Taylor Anderson) Davis, Josh Davis, Winston Malloy, siblings, Carol Miller, Robert (Barbara) Mobus, Linda Gaines and Rodney (Maureen) Mobus.
Dinah was preceded in death...
Debra Lynn Klaric
Apr 11, 2025
Debra Lynn Klaric 73, of Mokena formerly Tinley Park was born in Chicago to the late Frank and Tennessee Glow and passed away at home on April 11, 2025. Beloved wife of 43 years to John A. Klaric; loving mother of Becca (Pete) Turner, and Dan (Nicole) Klaric; proud grammie of Cassandra, Cameron, Addisyn, Chelsea, and Alyssa; dear sister of...
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