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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area
Gillian A. Mandekich
July 27, 2026
Gillian Ann Mandekich (nee Gardner)
Age 57 of New Lenox, IL passed away at home on Monday, July 27, 2026. Gillian was born in Chicago to the late Thomas and Nora (nee Harling) Gardner.
Beloved wife of Joseph M. Mandekich; loving mother of Sean (Charlotte) Mandekich and Sarah (Bruno) Sala; proud grandmother of Nora Sala and Jane Sala; dear sister of Lisa...
Sandra L. Johnson
July 25, 2026
Sandra Louise Johnson (nee Misischia)
Age 86, of New Lenox, IL passed away Saturday, July 25, 2026, at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care, Joliet, IL
Sandy was born in Joliet, IL to the late Cosmo and Louise (nee Graziani) Misischia.
Loving mother of Barry (Rose) Johnson, Laurie (Shaun) Kropp, Kimberly (late Raymond Jr.) Mooi; cherished grandmother of Gina Mooi, Anthony (Meghan) Kropp,...
Emma A. Spring
July 24, 2026
Emma A. Spring (nee Taylor)
“Annette”
Age 88, of the New Lenox/Mokena, IL area passed away Friday, July 24, 2026, at her home surrounded by her loving family.
Annette was born in Alicia, AR to the late Luther W. and Rachel M. (nee Smith) Taylor.
Beloved wife of the late Keith L. Spring; loving mother of Rick (Andrea) Spring, Karen Spring and Diana (Eric)...
Cynthia R. Murino
July 22, 2026
Cynthia Rae Murino
Age 68 of Homer Glen, IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care, Joliet, IL.
Cindy was born in Chicago, IL to the late George and Edith (nee Schmidt) McDonald.
Beloved wife of Fred V. Murino; loving mother of Chris Murino; dear sister of Gail McDonald; loved aunt cousin and friend of...
Charles J. Carvelli "Chuck"
July 19, 2026
Charles J. Carvelli passed away at his home on Sunday July 19, 2026. Chuck was born in Chicago, IL. to the late Salvatore and Ruth Carvelli.
Chuck will be remembered as a fun and loving husband, a wonderful father, grandfather, and great-grandfather. He cherished spending time with his family and especially enjoyed making memories with his great-grandchildren. Chuck was an avid...
Donald E. Wiberg
July 15, 2026
Donald Edward Wiberg, age 90, passed away peacefully on July 15th, 2026. A lifelong educator and passionate learner, Donald left an indelible mark on the lives of his students, colleagues, and all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Born on May 7th, 1936, in Chicago, Illinois, Donald grew up with a deep appreciation for education and the arts. He graduated...
Kevin Joseph Mueller
July 15, 2026
Kevin J Mueller 43, of New Lenox was born in Evergreen Park, IL to Bob and Cathy (nee Coglianese) Mueller and passed away July 15, 2026. Loving husband of Elyse Nikonchuk; dear brother of Bill (Holly Hunley) Mueller and Bobby Mueller; fond uncle of Andrea, Aurelia, Maggie, Jack, Brynn, and Jace; son in law of Renee (Aaron Guajardo) Nikonchuk; brother...
Jo-Ann V. Tratnik (Raines)
July 14, 2026
Age 87, of Frankfort IL passed away peacefully on July 14, 2026 at home. Jo-Ann was born in Chicago to the late Stephen Rayko and Mary (nee Belin) Rayko.Jo-Ann lost her husband Thomas R Raines in 1971, was widowed at the age of 33, and left with five children under the age of 10. She made it her life’s work...
Robert W. Hunsley
July 14, 2026
A devoted and loving Husband and Father, Robert W. “Bob” Hunsley, age 88, passed away suddenly on July 14, 2026 surrounded by family. Robert was born the son of John R. “Boots” and Laura (nee Riney) Hunsley in Clinton, Illinois. He married Carol Hunsley (nee Kochis) in Taylorville, Illinois in 1965, enjoying 60 years of marriage.
Robert graduated from Clinton High...
Daniel H. Florian
July 10, 2026
Daniel "Dan" Florian, age 71, of New Lenox, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loving family, on Friday, July 10, 2026.
Dan was born in Oak Park, Illinois, to the late Harold C. and Joan C. Florian (née Magrady).
He was the beloved husband of Susan A. Florian (née Walsh), with whom he shared 32 wonderful years of marriage....
Thomas "Pete" Joseph Mohan
July 6, 2026
Thomas “Pete” Joseph Mohan, 88, of Frankfort, Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026, surrounded by his family. Pete was born on August 31, 1937, in Chicago, Illinois. Pete worked as a pressman at R.R. Donnelley & Sons for 37 years.
Pete is survived by his wife Carole (nee Miller) Mohan, Tim (Kerry Gustafson) Mohan, Karen (Thomas) Roth, grandchildren, Chris,...
Hortensia M. Garza
July 5, 2026
Hortensia M. "Tench" Garza (nee Ruelas)98, of Lockport, passed away at her home on Sunday, July 5, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Tench was born in Chicago, IL to the late Ramon and Micaela (nee Alatorre) Ruelas. Beloved wife of the late Oscar B. Garza; loving mother of Bruce (Dale), Robert (Twila), the late Sandra, Richard (Sandy), Mark (Debbie),...
Brett M. Milbratz
July 5, 2026
Age 28, of Mokena, passed away Sunday, July 5th, 2026 at his home.
Brett is survived by his loving family, parents, Keith & Lee Ann Milbratz (Marek), grandmother, Blossom Marek, aunts and uncles, Richard (JoAnn) Milbratz, Belinda (Dan) Bierwirth, many cousins and greatly loved by his incredibly close-knit group of friends.
Brett was preceded in death by his grandparents, George & Violet...
Jolane M. Gervasi
July 4, 2026
Jolane M. Gervasi, 70, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 4, 2026, with her family by her side. She is now reunited in heaven with the love of her life, John Gervasi.
She was the loving mother of Janelle Tracy (the late Scott) and Kristen (Rick) Kingery; proud grandmother of Presley, Kaleb, Tessa, and Chloe; dear sister of Wayne Miller, Karen...
Alphonso J. Prospero
July 4, 2026
Alphonso Joseph Prospero
Al Prospero, 89, of New Lenox, IL, entered into eternal rest at his home on July 4, 2026.
He was born on October 15, 1936, in Chicago Heights, IL. He was raised in Joliet, IL, where he attended Holy Cross Catholic School and Joliet Catholic High School. Playing fullback at The Hill under Coach Gordie Gillespie was a highlight...
Philip Caiazzo
July 4, 2026
Philip Caiazzo 71, of Manhattan, IL was born in Chicago to the late Ralph and Florence (nee Deluco) Caiazzo and passed away July 4, 2026. Beloved husband of Karen (nee Karac) Caiazzo; loving father of Jason (Michelle) Caiazzo and Lauren (Brian) Rapacki; proud "Grampie" of five, Toni Caiazzo, Ava Caiazzo, Gianna Caiazzo, Gia Rapacki, and Vinny Rapacki; dear brother of...
John J. Surma
June 25, 2026
John J. Surma, age 64, passed away on Thursday June 25, 2026, at Silver Cross Hospital. Born in Chicago, IL. to the late Joseph and Dolores Surma. John moved to New Lenox with his parents while he was in high school. John loved to be around family, he cherished spending time with his grandchildren. John's passion was being out in...
Leanne M. Kolar
June 24, 2026
Leanne Marie Kolar, age 82, passed away on Wednesday, June 24, 2026, at Edwards Hospital in Naperville, Illinois.
Leanne (Lee) attended Frankfort Grade Schools and was a proud graduate of Lincoln Way High School. She and her husband Bob established roots in Shorewood, Illinois in 1978 where they were so lucky to meet amazing neighbors who became lifelong friends and travel...
Delbert Heath Jr.
June 24, 2026
Age 90, of Mokena passed away at home peacefully with his loving family surrounding him. Delbert was born in Harvey, IL. to the late Delbert Sr. and Stella Heath. Delbert is survived by his loving wife of 68 years, Frances (nee Tomal) Heath, children: Dave (Brenda) Heath, Donald (Lisa) Heath, Janet Heath, grandchildren: Chad (Allison), Courtney (Nick), Evann, Kaylee (Eric),...
Lanty
June 22, 2026
Lanty Bruce Hodge Sr., 83, of Treasure Island, FL passed away Monday, June 22, 2026, surrounded by family at Silver Cross Hospital. Lanty was born in Tarrs, PA to Edgar B. and Ruth "Betty" (nee Hypes) Hodge on November 12, 1942.
Lanty met the love of his life, Judy (nee Moore) while in college in Florida and they wed soon after...
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