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John D. Prebstle
Nov 3, 2024
It is with profound sorrow that we announce the passing of John Prebstle, a cherished husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, who left us unexpectedly on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Born on January 18, 1945 in Chicago Heights, John always wanted to join the service full-time, but instead dedicated six years of his life to the Army Reserves in order to...
Wayne C. Foster Jr.
Nov 2, 2024
On Saturday November 2, 2024, Wayne C Foster Jr passed away peacefully in his sleep listening to the sounds of music and near his beloved bride.Wayne was born to Wayne Charles Foster Sr. and Virgie Mae Foster (nee McCormack) in St. Louis, Missouri on December 3, 1938. He was the eldest of five siblings.He had a deep unwavering love of...
Acacia L. Peters
Nov 2, 2024
ACACIA L. PETERS
(STORMS)
Age 91, of Frankfort, passed away on Saturday, November 2nd, 2024 at Cedarhurst of Frankfort.
Acacia was preceded in death by her husband, Raymond W. Peters.
Acacia is survived by her loving family, children, Raymond (Emily) Peters, Donald (Hannah) Peters, Melissa (Kim) Breed, sibling, Pearl Storms, grandchildren, Paige (Omar) Villalobos, Neal Peters, Stacey Liptke, Judson (Mary) Brady, Heather (Tom) Wallerstedt,...
John M. Speight
Oct 31, 2024
John Michael Speight, 21, of New Lenox, IL, completed his journey on Thursday, October 31st, leaving this life far too soon. Born in Chapel Hill, NC, he was the cherished son of Gail (Spaulding) Gannon and Jonathon Speight. He was raised with love and dedication by his mother, Gail (Spaulding) Gannon, who stood by him through every step. He was...
Lonnie W. Smith Sr.
Oct 26, 2024
Lonnie W. Smith Sr. 82, of Frankfort IL. was born July 7, 1942 in Blytheville, Arkansas and passed away peacefully October 26, 2024 with family by his side. Beloved husband of the late Janice L. Smith (nee Eppenstein), loving father of Lainie (David) Hippleheuser, Beth (John) Ward, Lonnie (Caroline) Smith Jr.; Proud grandfather of Nathaniel Hippleheuser, Eric Hippleheuser, Jonathan Ward,...
Steve "Pickle" Clawson
2024
Steve “Pickle” Clawson of Lockport, Illinois, died at home October 25, 2024, surrounded by his loving family after surviving 23 months with Glioblastoma, a terminal brain cancer. Steve is survived by his wife of 27 years, Kary, who he still called his beautiful bride, his four children, Steven, Sarah, Saylor, and Sawyer, who were the lights of his...
Gerald D. Bragiel
Oct 24, 2024
GERALD D. BRAGIEL
Age 85, of Frankfort, passed away on Thursday, October 24th, 2024 at Silver Cross Hospital in Joliet.
Gerald is survived by his loving family, wife, Loretta Bragiel (Charnot), children, Louis (Colleen) Bragiel, Deborah Marek, Gerald Bragiel Jr, seven grandchildren, and fifteen great grandchildren.
Gerald was a United States Marine Corps Veteran and retired from Western Electric in Cicero.
Family will receive...
Jeannine R. Nance
Oct 22, 2024
Jeannine Rae Nance, age 81, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 22, 2024. She was a long time resident of Frankfort, Illinois. Jeannine was born on May 1, 1943 to the late George H. Key and late Aster Irish Key in Peoria, Illinois
Jeannine is survived by her beloved children, Jeffrey (Jen) Nance, Jaimi (Troy) Nance-Jones, and Jeremy (Julie) Nance; grandchildren,...
Annabelle Irene Hurst
Oct 21, 2024
Annabelle Irene (Schroedel) Hurst, 89, passed away on October 21, 2024, in Las Cruces, NM.
Annabelle was born June 21, 1935, in Pinckneyville, IL to Rev. Martin Paul and Irene Fay (McDaniel) Schroedel. She attended Pinckneyville Community High School and graduated from Staunton Community High School, IL. She also attended Southern Illinois University and was a member of Pi Kappa Sigma...
Lois L. Frere
Oct 20, 2024
Lois L. Frere, 96, of Country Club Hills, passed away peacefully at her home. Mother of Carolyn Elise (late James “Jim” Allen) Suchala of Park City, Utah and Wayne (Helen) Frere of Pittsfield, Illinois. Grandmother of Kenton (Meghanne) Frere and Kyle Frere. Great-grandmother of Harper Frere. Lois was preceded in death by her husband, William “Bill” Noel Frere on Oct....
Edward E. Schuch
Oct 20, 2024
Edward Englebert Schuch, age 98, of Venice, Florida passed away on Sunday, October 20, 2024.
A visitation for Edward will be held Tuesday, October 29, 2024, at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 19515 115th Ave., Mokena, IL from 9:00 AM until time of a Mass of Christian Burial at 10:00 AM. Interment with military honors to follow at St. Mary's Catholic Church...
Karl D. Baumhardt
Oct 18, 2024
Karl D. Baumhardt, age 75, passed away peacefully Friday, October 18, 2024 at Lightways
Hospice in Joliet.
Karl is survived by his beloved wife, Rosemarie (nee Brantwein) Baumhardt; his sons, Daniel
(Andrea) Baumhardt, and Peter (Laura) Baumhardt; his grandchildren, James, Joseph, Ava
Maria, and Blayke; and his sister Jeanine (Alan) Fournier.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Arlyn and Mariette Baumhardt.
Karl was a...
David M. Heniff
Oct 17, 2024
David M. Heniff 93, of Mokena was born at home in Chicago to the late Charles and Margaret Heniff and passed away October 17, 2024. Beloved husband for over 71 years to the beautiful Margaret "Peg" Heniff (nee Lynch); loving father of David (Kathy) Heniff, Kevin (Carol) Heniff, Paul (MaryAnn) Heniff, Mary Ann (Barry) Souder, Michael (Melinda) Heniff, and Tim...
Henry A. Bohlman
Oct 16, 2024
HENRY A. BOHLMAN
Age 81, of Merrillville IN, passed away on Wednesday, October 16th, 2024 at his home.
Henry is survived by his loving family, daughters, Natalie (Jeff) Behm, Jennifer (John Hurtubise) Bohlman, Stephanie (Jeremy Lichstein) Bohlman, siblings, Ruth (Walt) Shipman, Ellie Brooks, Richard Bohlman, grandchildren, Jacob (Bethony) Behm, Trevor (Katelyn) Behm, Morgan (Madeline Hallahan) Bohlman, Miles Bohlman, Ella Bohlman, Owen Lichstein,...
George J. Renwick Jr.
Oct 15, 2024
George J. Renwick Jr., age 73, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.
A devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, George will be deeply missed by all who knew and loved him. He is survived by his beloved wife of 56 years, Charlee Renwick (née Lawrence); his daughters, Shannan (Jim, Jr.) Uteg...
Elaine G. Eubank
Oct 12, 2024
Elaine G. Eubank (nee McLean)
Age 82 of New Lenox, IL passed away Saturday, October 12, 2024, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Elaine was born in Chicago to the late Walter and Gertrude (nee Cedarholm) McLean. Beloved wife of the late Thomas S. Eubank; loving mother of Edward (Carrie) Slee, David (Lynda) Slee, and Sherrill (late Robert) Sanders; cherished...
Sarah Alene Medley
Oct 12, 2024
Sarah Alene Bates was born in Estil Springs, Tennessee, February 25, 1933 to Aubrey Toney Bates and Cleo Bates. She is preceded in death by both parents, her husband, John Medley of 59.5 years, along with her siblings, A. L. Bates, Mildred Bates as babies, her older sister, Mary Evelyn Bates Brewer and younger Brother, James Hollis Bates. Three grandchildren...
James William Hurst
Oct 11, 2024
James William Hurst, age 92,of Las Cruces, NM, passed away on October 11, 2024. Son of George William and Isabelle (Gordon) Hurst. Survived by wife Annabelle (Schroedel), daughter Paula Hurst of Greer, SC, son Jonathan (Beth) Hurst of Jacksonville, IL, grandson Christian M. Ronne of Chicago, IL, and numerous nieces and nephews.
Educated Ravenswood Grade School and Amundsen High School in...
Lawrence P. Budzinski
Oct 11, 2024
Lawrence P. “Larry” Budzinski
Age 87 of Joliet, IL, passed away peacefully surrounded by his children on Friday, October 11, 2024.
Preceded in death by his parents, George R. Budzinski and Emilia “Milly” (nee Swiersz) Budzinski, and brother Jerome F. Budzinski.
Beloved husband of the late Nancy Lee (nee Wisneski) Budzinski; loving father of Julie (Jeff) Anderson, Dan (Carrie) Budzinski, and ToniLynn (Al)...
Drew A. Fillak
Oct 9, 2024
DREW A. FILLAK
Age 69, of Manteno IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 9th, 2024 at St. Mary’s Hospital in Kankakee.
Drew is survived by his loving family, brother, Dr. Douglas (Dr. Paula) Fillak, niece and nephews, Christopher (Alexandria) Fillak, Alexander (Carol) Fillak, Jessica Fillak, cousins, Dr. Sharon Wolchik (Varnum), Dr. Sharlene Wolchik (Poirier), Jann Wells, David Fillak, Paul Fillak and...
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