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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area
William M. Matile
February 25, 2026
William M. Matile, age 89, a longtime resident of Joliet, passed away at home on February 25, 2026.He was born September 3, 1936, in Joliet, Illinois, where he lived for most of his life before moving to Frankfort three years ago.
William served in the United States Navy for six years, including two years aboard aircraft carrier, the U.S.S Randolph. Following...
Sharon Senese
February 23, 2026
Sheri Senese passed peacefully in her sleep on the morning of February 23, 2026, at the age of 77.
She leaves behind her beloveds: her superhero son, Jack Senese, his beautiful wife Jessie, and their three angelic children, Olivia, Jack, and Gray; and her butterfly daughter, Gabrielle Blachley, along with her cherished “Honey Boy,” Leonidas Hawkinson.
Sheri was a luminous being whose...
Linda Faye Jennings
February 23, 2026
Linda Faye Jennings, 77, of Tinley Park, passed away on Feb. 23, 2026 at Lightways Hospice Home in Joliet. She is survived by her loving husband of 32 years, Larry Robert Jennings; daughters: Lisa Kuech of Blue Island and Nikki Propp of New Lenox; step-son: Larry (Andrea) Jennings Jr.; Grandchildren: Jonathan O’Malley, Gary Kuech, Jacob Kuech, Peyton Bacon, Renee (Carter)...
Sandra Casey
February 21, 2026
In Loving Memory of Sandra Casey
Sandra (Sandi) Casey age 87 of Frankfort, IL, formally of Chicago Heights, passed away Saturday, February 21, 2026. Sandi was born in Crete, IL to the late Albert and Margaret (nee Grimm) Hoecker.
She was predeceased by her cherished husband Francis.
Sandi was the devoted mother of Phillip (Gretchen) Casey, Erin (Elio) Zomparelli, and Daniel (Lisa) Casey;...
Sheila Renee Reyna
February 20, 2026
Our beloved mother, Sheila Renee Reyna, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 20th, surrounded by her family and endless love.
Sheila was a devoted mother, grandmother, sister, friend and Aunt. She is survived by her three children: Tania, Nicole (husband Fred), and Eugene (wife Elizabeth). She was the cherished grandmother of eight: Haylee, Isabell, Victoria, Daniel, Jonathan, Damien, Eugene, and Anthony,...
Erwin F. Bogs
February 19, 2026
Erwin F. Bogs, born January 14, 1939, joined his heavenly Father in paradise on February 19, 2026 at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Roberta K. Bogs (his “Sweetie”), whom he married May 20, 1961, loving father of Therese Bogs (Wayne Haser) and Mark Bogs, and loving grandfather of Lauren (Jesse) Newbanks, Alexis Diaz-Albertini (Christopher Blackwood), Olivia Bogs, Vanessa...
Dale William Krohn
February 19, 2026
Dale W. Krohn, age 97, passed away peacefully Thur., Feb. 19, 2026, at home with his family at his side.
Born Feb.1, 1929, the son of William and Ella Krohn. Dale was raise in the Mokena, New Lenox area and graduated from Joliet Township High School Class of 1947. Dale was married for 75 years to Delores Minger of Frankfort. He...
Donald "Don" G. Tollefsen
February 19, 2026
Donald “Don” G. Tollefsen, 89, of Mokena, formerly Park Forest and Cicero, passed away surrounded by his family on Feb. 19, 2026. He is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Donna Marie Tollefsen nee Peterson; devoted daughter Susan Marie (David) Fuhrman of Cedar Lake Indiana and Mary Louise Mertz; cherished grandchildren: Christopher (Maeko) Kramer, Elizabeth Marie (Clint) Chambliss,...
Virginia Brody
February 19, 2026
Virginia Brody (nee Lubek)
Age 79 passed away peacefully Thursday, February 19, 2026. Virginia was born in Chicago, IL to the late Stanley F. and Ann (nee Kopeck) Lubek.
Loving mother of John (Suzanne) Brody, Joseph (late Lisa) Brody, James (Lisa) Brody, and Jeffery (Mary Jankowicz) Brody; cherished grandmother of Dalton (Lexi) Brody, Phoebe King, Jack (Brittany) Brody, Sam (fiancée Marianna DiDiana)...
James P. Spikings
February 18, 2026
James P. Spikings
“Spike”
Age 78, of New Lenox, IL passed away unexpectedly at home on Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Spike was born in Chicago, IL to the late Richard and Helen (nee Lyons) Spikings.
Beloved husband of the late Barbara L. Spikings (nee Carsey); loving father of Scott (Tina) Spikings and Susan (Greg) Bernard; cherished grandfather of Morgan and Megan Spikings, Laney...
Anna Mae Basarich
February 17, 2026
Anna Mae Basarich
Age 86 of Frankfort, IL passed away at home unexpectedly on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Anna was born in Joliet, IL to the late Anton and Anne (nee Sems) Prince.
Beloved wife, for over 62 years of the late Robert J. Basarich; loving mother of Bradley (Cheryl) Basarich; dear sister of Janet (Gary) Wire; sister-in-law of Dan (Joyce) Basarich;...
Jennie G. Buhs
February 17, 2026
Jennie G. Buhs (nee DiCristina), age 71, passed away peacefully surrounded by love on February 17, 2026, after a long battle with cancer.
Beloved wife of Robert M. Buhs; Cherished and loving Mother to Gina (Tom), and Beau, (Jaclyn); cherished grandmother to Ava Grayce, Owen, and Zoe; devoted sister of Frank DiCristina (Suzi)and stepsister of Debra (and the late Michael) Pearl.
She...
Colette T. Athans
February 17, 2026
COLETTE T. (STANTON) ATHANS
Colette T. Stanton Athans (nee Stanton), “Musha”, 102 years old of New Lenox, Illinois, entered peacefully into eternal life on February 17, 2026. She was the beloved wife of the late William Athans. Survived by her children, Sharon Athans Stratton, Karen Athans, Charles (the late Beth) Athans, Colleen (Jim Kestel) Athans Sexton, Patrick (Tammi) Athans and Carolyn...
Michele L. Roman
February 16, 2026
Michele L. Roman
Age 79, of Frankfort, IL, peacefully passed away on Monday, February 16, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Michele was born in Chicago, IL to the late Raymond and Angeline (Milani) Roman.
Loving mother of James (Sandra) Wolframski and Angela (Michael) Isbell; cherished grandmother of Samantha and Amanda Isbell; favorite aunt of Adam Roman; dear sister of the late...
Michael Anthony Cavada
February 15, 2026
Michael Anthony Cavada (known by those who love and cherish him “Mikey” and “Prime DX”)
Age 33 of New Lenox, IL passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, February 15, 2026, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Mike was born in Joliet, IL and was the beloved son of William A. and Karen S. (nee Cozart) Cavada. He was the loving brother...
Gerhardt George Facko
February 15, 2026
Age 37, of Palos Hills passed away suddenly Sunday February 15, 2026, at Advocate Christ Medical Center.
Gerhardt was taken too suddenly; in a way no one should go. Dying tragically, in the prime of his life. But he grew up so loved; he had two adoring parents and was the youngest of 6 siblings. He was cuddled and spoiled so...
Cary D. Socarras
February 15, 2026
Age 92, of Crete, IL. passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, February 15, 2026, with her family by her side.
Cary was born in Havana, Cuba and later immigrated to the United States. She became a U.S. citizen in 1968 and was very proud of the life she created with her family in the Chicagoland area. She was passionate...
Wayne A. Smith
February 15, 2026
Age 74, passed away on Sunday February 15, 2026, at Palos Hospital. Born on November 14, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, Wayne grew up on the south side of the city, where he formed a foundation of values that would shape his life.
Wayne proudly served as an Army Veteran, embodying the dedication and service that defined his character. He always put...
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,...
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