Obituaries
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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area
William Edward Roecker
February 15, 2026
William “Bill” Edward Roecker, 85 lifelong resident of Tinley Park passed away Feb. 10 , 2026 at his home in Tinley Park. Husband and best friend of Nancy (Haaksma) Roecker for 63 years. Father of William Franz Roecker, Carl (Cathy) Roecker, and Mary (James Oyler) Roecker, grandpa of Kyle and Kailey Roecker. Bill spent twenty years on the Tinley Park...
Edward L. Kokat
February 14, 2026
Edward L. Kokat
Age 78, of Mokena, IL, passed away Saturday, February 14, 2026, at home surrounded by his loving family. Ed was born in Baltimore, MD to the late Edward and Rosa (nee Lambiasa) Kokat.
Beloved husband of Mary Lou (nee Sullivan) Kokat; loving father of Michael (Kathy) Kokat, Chris (Jaclyn) Kokat, and Kim (Chris) Presler; cherished grandfather of Luke Kokat,...
Betty J. Hunley
February 13, 2026
Betty Jo Hunley (nee Martin)
Age 97, of New Lenox, IL, formerly of Ada, OK, peacefully passed away on Friday, February 13, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Betty was born in Vanoss, OK to the late Otis and Viola (nee Roundtree) Martin.
Beloved wife of the late Hugh H. Hunley; loving mother of the late Barry (Bobbie) Hunley and Danny (Cindy)...
Harriet Ann Scanlan
February 13, 2026
With hearts broken beyond measure, we announce the passing of our beloved mother, Harriet A. Scanlan of Frankfort, Illinois, who peacefully entered the gates of Heaven on February 13, 2026, at the age of 95.
Harriet was born on January 8, 1931, in Bloomington, Illinois, to Howard and Harriet Bradley. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband, John “Jack”...
James W. Allen Jr.
February 13, 2026
James Weldon Allen, Jr., age 65, of Chesterton, Indiana, entered into the presence of his Savior on Friday, February 13th, following a brief illness, with his loving wife, Minnie Allen (née Taylor), faithfully by his side.
Born on June 15, 1960, in Chicago Heights, Illinois, Jim was the fourth child joyfully welcomed into the Allen family by his parents, Jerry and...
Karen L Kent
February 13, 2026
Karen Kent (nee Stringer) 69, of New Lenox was born October 11, 1956 and passed away February 13, 2026. Karen was preceded in death by her beloved husband Keith, parents Clifton and Mary, Keith’s mom (Florine), dad (Vernie), Keith’s brothers Alen, Jessie, and Bob.
Karen is survived by her sister Cindy (Craig), Donna (the late Don), Nancy (Gary), and Marie; sisters...
William "Bill" H. Buhle
February 12, 2026
We mourn the loss of Bill Buhle, who passed away peacefully at the age of 94. Born on August 27, 1931, Bill’s humor, quiet service, and steady presence were a blessing to his friends and family. Though he will be deeply missed, we rejoice that he is reunited with his Savior, past friends and family, and his beloved wife of...
Elizabeth Orlando
February 11, 2026
Elizabeth Orlando, of New Lenox, passed away on February 11, 2026 at the age of 102.
Betty was born in Colorado in 1923 to Louis Floryancic and Anna (Koshak) Floryancic. She was preceded in death by her parents, her two sisters, and three brothers. She was also preceded in death by her husbands, William F. Hurley, to whom she was married...
Donald R. Maynor
February 10, 2026
Age 81, a resident of Homewood, passed away on Tuesday, February 10, 2026, at Advocate South Suburban Medical Center in Hazel Crest.
Donald was preceded in death by the love of his life Sharon Maynor (nee Luchansky), his parents Roy and Louise Maynor and sister Pat Maynor Turner.
Donald is survived by his family daughter, Cheri L. Maynor, stepson James (Hope) Erickson;...
Eugene Norman Fouts
February 10, 2026
Eugene “Gene” Norman Fouts (92) went home to heaven in the afternoon of February 10, 2026, surrounded by his family. Gene was born on March 18, 1933 in Harvey, Illinois. Gene was the fourth of five children born to Frank and Catherine (Sebock) Fouts. Gene was born and raised in Harvey, Illinois where he met his lifelong sweetheart, Shirley (Boswell)...
Denise Ann Silva
February 6, 2026
Denise Ann Silva, born on May 22, 1964, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on February 6, 2026, at the University of Chicago Center for Care and Discovery. Her battle with lymphoma over the past two years showcased her selflessness, resilience, and indomitable spirit. Denise's journey through chemotherapy and radiation treatments was marked by a determination that epitomized her courageous nature....
Ronald R. Palmer
February 5, 2026
Ronald R. Palmer, Sr.
Age 79, of New Lenox, IL passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, February 5, 2026. Ronald was born in Chicago, IL to the late Rose M. (nee Dwyer) Palmer.
Beloved husband of Carmella (nee Abbruzzese) Palmer; loving father of Christina (late David) Keuch, Charlotte (Brian) Fish, Ronald Jr. (Krissy) Palmer, Mary (Christopher) Clark, and Kyle Palmer; cherished...
Lynn Susan Ingram
February 4, 2026
Lynn Susan Ingram, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and devoted servant to her community, passed away on February 4, 2026, in New Lenox, Illinois, at the age of 67, following a courageous battle with cancer. Born on March 11, 1958, in Oak Lawn, Illinois, Lynn lived a life rooted in compassion, generosity, and an unwavering faith that carried her through...
William J. Gerlock
February 4, 2026
William J. Gerlock
Age 88, of New Lenox, IL passed away Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at Lightways Hospice, Joliet, IL. Bill was born in Chicago, IL to the late William and Mary (nee Exaver) Gerlock.
Beloved husband of the late Geraldine J. "Gerri" Gerlock (nee Halloran); loving father of John (Colleen) Gerlock, Jennifer (Don) Booth, Jim (Angelique) Gerlock, and Kevin (Rachael) Gerlock;...
Susan L. Ritchie
February 2, 2026
Susan L. Ritchie (Joesten)
Age 62 of New Lenox passed away Monday, February 2, 2026. Susie was born in Harvey, IL to the late Frederick and Eileen (nee Stousloff) Joesten.
Loving mother of Michael (Gina) Suggs and Matthew (Emma) Suggs; cherished grandmother of Ava, Anna, Lewin, and Myla Suggs; dear sister of the late Debbie (Jim) Szczepanski and Bev Joesten; loved aunt,...
John T. Anderer Sr.
February 2, 2026
John T. Anderer, age 80, passed away at his home in Frankfort, Illinois on February 2, 2026, surrounded by the family he devoted his life to.
John was an avid fisherman who understood better than anyone that the true measure of a fisherman isn't the trophy on the wall, but the quiet patience required to wait for something meaningful, and the...
John M. Keane
February 2, 2026
John Michael Keane, 83, passed away in Frankfort, Illinois, on February 2, 2026, surrounded by family.Born on the South Side of Chicago on November 23, 1942, to Irish immigrant parents Denis and Ellie, John was the younger brother of Helen Marie and Marty. He graduated from St. Sabina in 1956, St. Rita High School in 1960, and Lewis University in...
Alicia Batson Goutos
February 1, 2026
Alicia Batson Goutos
Age 64 of Frankfort, IL formerly of New Lenox, IL passed away at her home on Sunday, February 1, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Alicia was born in Joliet, IL to the late Carl and the late Anita (nee McMahon) Batson.
Beloved wife of Peter Goutos; loving mother of Eric (Nina) Jessen, Ryan (Desirae) Jessen, Brooke (Jeff) Kerley;...
Mark C. Kieffer
January 31, 2026
Mark C. Kieffer, beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away peacefully on January 30, in his home, surrounded by family. He now joins his son, Ryan, in eternal life.
Mark leaves behind his devoted wife, Doreen (Guziejka) Kieffer; his son, Jason Kieffer; and his daughter-in-law, Alicia. He was a proud and loving grandfather to five grandchildren who truly lit...
Marilyn R. Molyneaux
January 30, 2026
Marilyn R. Molyneaux, age 89, of Frankfort, IL, passed away peacefully at her home on Friday, January 30, 2026.
Family and Loved Ones
She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 60 years, Robert Molyneaux. Marilyn was the cherished mother of Michele (Todd) Furlong and Mark Molyneaux, and the loving grandmother of Troy Furlong and Trenton Furlong. She is also...
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