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Jean M. Seitz
July 23, 2025
JEAN M. SEITZ (NELSON)
Age 91, of Matteson, passed away Wednesday, July 23rd, 2025 at her home in Matteson.
Jean is survived by her loving family, husband, Edward Seitz, children, Mark Seitz and Cynthia Seitz.
Jean was preceded in death by her parents, John & Mary Nelson (Kerr) and sibling Margaret Dunn.
Jean was a longtime member of St. Lawrence O’Toole in Matteson and...
Jason A. Froling
July 22, 2025
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Jason A. Froling, a devoted husband, father, son, brother, and friend, who left us on July 22, 2025, at the age of 50. Born on June 19, 1975, in Oak Lawn, Illinois, Jason was a man of remarkable strength and unwavering dedication. He worked as a hard-working tankerman, known...
Margaret Ann "Margie" Rucinski
July 22, 2025
Margaret Ann “Margie” Rucinski, age 75, a 30 year resident of Tinley Park passed away July 22, 2025. Awesome wife and best friend of Bob Rucinski who went to Heaven in 2015 to find a perfect place for their forever home, along with her parents Margaret and Bill Rapp. She is survived by her daughter Dawn (Lou) Gagner, grandsons: Parker...
Richard F. Gibson
July 21, 2025
Richard F. Gibson Age 89 of Mokena passed away peacefully on Monday, July 21, 2025, at Lightways Hospice, Joliet, IL. Richard was born in Chicago, IL to the late Henry “Mawk” and Jean (nee Czaus) Gibson.
Beloved husband of Marcella (nee Matay) Gibson; loving father of Mike (Suzy) Gibson, Rick (Mary) Gibson, Ginny (Stan) Wisniewski, Richie (Sue) Thompson, Mark Thompson, and...
Jerry G. Allen
July 20, 2025
Jerry G. Allen (née Kruse)
Jerry Gale Allen, age 90, of Elwood, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, July 20th, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on March 21, 1935, in Harvey, Illinois, Jerry was one half of a cherished pair of twins, welcomed into the world by her parents, Maybelle and Roy Kruse, along with her brother Tom. She...
Robert Leroy Ertl Sr.
July 20, 2025
Robert L. Ertl (Bob), age 95, passed away peacefully Sunday morning in his Mokena IL home with his family present by his side. He is cherished by his surviving wife of 73 years Katie Ertl, daughter Judy (Joe) Farrell, and Russell (Jammie) Ertl. He was preceded in death by his son Robert L. Ertl Jr. Bob has 8 lovely grandchildren...
Therese Anne Sefcik
July 19, 2025
Therese A. Sefcik (nee Garavaglia) Age 91, a resident Joliet and New Lenox, IL, passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025. Therese was born in Joliet, IL to the late Charles and Frances (nee Lovati) Garavaglia.
Beloved wife of the late Aloysius “Al” Sefcik; loving mother of Stephen (Janet) Sefcik, Michael (Judy) Sefcik, and the late David (Renee) Sefcik; cherished grandmother...
June T. Ruszkowski
July 19, 2025
June Theresa Ruszkowski, age 69, of New Lenox, IL (formerly the River North neighborhood of Chicago, IL where she lived for close to 30 years ) passed away peacefully on July 19, 2025, due to complications related to Alzheimer’s Disease.
Born on March 13, 1956, in Brooklyn, New York and raised in Astoria Queens, New York, June was a beloved daughter,...
Barbara A. Golaszewski
July 18, 2025
BARBARA A. GOLASZEWSKI (BOUDREAU)
Age 86, of Frankfort, passed away Friday, July 18th, 2025 at her home in Frankfort.
Barbara is survived by her loving family, husband, Paul Golaszewski, children, Thomas (Joy) Golaszewski, Mari Beth Duncan, Daniel (Jennifer) Golaszewski, Peter (Gailyn) Golaszewski, siblings, Louis (Vicky) Boudreau, James (Rita) Boudreau, grandchildren, Amy, Carly, Natalie, Hannah, Sydney, Lyndsey, Tyler, Tanner, Sarah, Emma, Emily, Parker...
Allan H. Sims
July 16, 2025
ALLAN H. SIMS
Age 87, of Frankfort, passed away Wednesday, July 16th, 2025 at his home in Frankfort.
Allan is survived by his loving family, wife, Frances Sims (Berschinski), sons, Mark (Barbara) Sims, Jeffrey (Laurie) Sims, sister, Muriel Long, grandchildren, Jeremy Sims, Jacqueline (Jason) Fiske, Erica Sims, Heather (John) Lei, great grandchildren, Brayden Fiske, Parker Fiske, Harper Lei and Oliver Lei.
Allan was...
Diane L. Hicks
July 15, 2025
Diane L. Hicks age 61 of New Lenox, IL passed away on Tuesday July 15, 2025 at home. Diane was born in Berwyn, IL to the late Joseph B. and Dorothea (nee Kriz) Lyznicki. Cherished wife of Scott Hicks, loving Mother of daughter Lesley-anne (fiance Nick Runyard) Hicks, and son Stuart Hicks; dear sister of Daniel (the late Ruth Ann)...
Patrick Matthew Boettger
July 14, 2025
Patrick Matthew Boettger, born on June 17, 1987, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away on July 14, 2025, in Matteson, Illinois. He was a remarkable individual known for his friendly demeanor and his ability to be the life of the party, bringing joy and laughter to those around him.
Educated at Lincoln Way Central High School, Patrick excelled in sports, playing both...
Robert J. Ciastko
July 14, 2025
Passed away on Monday, July 14, 2025.
Loving father of Lynn Anderson, Rebecca, Katherine (Jack) Cuthbert, Gregory and Jennifer Lundstrom. Beloved grandfather of Brandon Anderson.
Preceded in death by his beloved wife Susan Ciastko, father, Alexander Ciastko, mother, Lucille Ciastko and son in-law, Cliff Sales.
Robert had a love for taking Hollywood Casino’s money every Monday. He enjoyed spending time with his lady...
Thomas Alan Jennings
July 12, 2025
Thomas Alan Jennings 70 of Portage, IN and Fort Myers, FL passed away at his home in Portage, IN on July 12. He is survived by his loving family: wife, Barb of 45 years, his children: Amanda (Jon) Voyt, Michelle (Ian) Rolon, and Matthew (Becky) Jennings; grandchildren: Lily, William, and Benjamin; mother, Laraine and late father Bob Jennings; brothers: Larry...
William Joseph Muhr
July 11, 2025
William J. “Bill” Muhr, Age 79 of Frankfort, IL passed away peacefully on Friday July 11, 2025, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Bill was born on November 18, 1945, in Chicago, IL to the late William Anthony and Adeline (Pawlikowski).
He is survived by his wife Donna (Nee Burton) of 50 years. Loving father of Kevin (Jamie), Kristopher (Dena)...
William Paul Potocki
July 11, 2025
William P. “Billy” Potocki
Age 55, of New Lenox, IL passed away on Friday, July 11, 2025, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Billy was born in Blue Island, IL to the late Paul Sr. and Carlene (nee Sanders) Potocki.
Loving brother of Richard (Teresa) Potocki, the late Paul Potocki Jr., Michael (Patricia) Potocki, and Jacqueline Potocki; loved uncle of Kristin,...
Don G. Krech
July 9, 2025
Age 81 of Mokena passed away on July 9th, 2025 at Rush University Medical Center in Chicago.
Don survived by his loving wife of 57 years, Elizabeth Krech (Shwatal).
Don retired from Ford Motor Company after 35 years of service; was a United States Army Veteran and member of St. Anthony Catholic Church in Frankfort.
Services for Don were held on Wednesday, July...
Betty Jean "Jeannie" Casper
July 9, 2025
Betty Jean “Jeannie” Casper, 71 of Heartis in Orland Park since 2021, longtime resident of Bridgeview, passed away on July 9, 2025 at Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital. Jeanie was survived by her daughter, Autum (Paul Sosa) Casper of Canada; sisters: Kathy (late Gary) Tietyen, Toni (David) Harrison, Brenda (Jerry) Charaska, and April (Lloyd) Risenhoover; many nieces, nephews and great nieces...
Patrick M. Power
July 7, 2025
Patrick Michael Power, 63, of Frankfort, Illinois, passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side on July 7, 2025. Born May 27, 1962, in Blue Island, Illinois, Pat grew up in Park Forest and after moving around, spent the last thirty years of his life rooted in Frankfort, a community he cherished. A steady presence in every season...
Amy L. Goldsmith
July 5, 2025
Our beloved Amy—my wife of 34 years, mother to Alexa, Nicole, and Allison, and daughter of Audrey and Ernie Pfranger—passed away peacefully yesterday at 4:57 p.m. at Lightways Hospice Home. She was surrounded by her three daughters and many dear friends.
Amy was a vibrant, generous, and deeply loving presence in our lives. We are heartbroken by her loss but comforted...
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