Obituaries

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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Ronald W. Herrick

Ronald W. Herrick

June 16, 2019

RONALD WILLIAM HERRICK, age 76, of Homer Glen, IL, passed away on Sunday, June 16, 2019, after a lengthy and courageous battle with cancer. He was born on December 6, 1942 in South Bend, Indiana to the late Richard and Martha Herrick. On June 8, 1968, Ron married his loving wife and best friend, Carol Jane (Gross) Herrick, who preceded...

Dennis Lee Mazzorana

Dennis Lee Mazzorana

June 16, 2019

Dennis Lee Mazzorana 74 of Frankfort, formerly of Calumet City and Roseland, passed away peacefully Sunday morning June 16th at home with his family at his side. Beloved husband of Theresa nee Ericson for over 54 years. Loving father of Linda, Kelly (Mark) Dinos, Dennis (Gloria), Natalie (John) Alfano, John (Gina), and Joseph. Dearest papa of Brittany, John, Alyssa, Joseph,...

Patricia Ann Reihel

Patricia Ann Reihel

June 15, 2019

PATRICIA ANN REIHEL (REED) Age 83, of New Hope MN, formerly of Lansing and Morris, passed away Saturday, June 15th, 2019 at Abbott Northwest Hospital in Minneapolis MN. Patricia is survived by her loving family, son, Frank (Karen) Reihel, brother, William (Kathleen) Reed and grandchildren, Colin Reihel and Cody Sterkowitz. Patricia was preceded in death by her parents, William &...

Martin H. Helwich

Martin H. Helwich

June 15, 2019

Martin “Marty” Helwich 57, of New Lenox passed away Saturday, June 15, 2019 at his home. Marty was born in Chicago to the late Martin and Katharina (nee Walbert) Helwich. Beloved husband of Suzanne “Suzie” (nee O’Connor); loving father of Margaret (fiancé Charley Vail) Helwich, Thomas (Vivian) Helwich, and David Helwich; dear brother of Hildy (Ralph) Elget and Walter (Georgene)...

Gail E. Topps

Gail E. Topps

June 13, 2019

GAIL E. TOPPS (BETTENHAUSEN) Age 67, passed away Thursday, June 13th, 2019 in Palm Beach Gardens FL. Gail is survived by her loving family, husband, James Topps, children, Christopher (Tracy) Topps, Farah (Mihir) Kothari, Steven Topps, grandchildren, David Dixon, Rachel Topps, Sarah Topps, Maya Kothari and Arya Kothari. Gail was preceded in death by her parents, Wesley & Evelyn Bettenhausen...

Dr. Paul M. Stec

Dr. Paul M. Stec

June 12, 2019

DR. PAUL M. STEC Age 70, of Frankfort passed away Wednesday, June 12th, 2019 at his home in Frankfort. Paul is survived by his loving family, children, Nicolle (Paul) Marinec, Paul Justin (Dara Jenthanomma) Stec, grandchildren, Sebastian Marinec, Magdalena Marinec, Cameron Stec, siblings, Kathleen Polivka, Theresa (Joseph) Krembuszewski, Diane (John) Mackowiak and numerous nieces and nephews. Paul was preceded in...

Paul "Les" Coats

Paul "Les" Coats

June 12, 2019

Paul “Les” Coats 73, passed away Wednesday, June 12, 2019 at Victorian Village, Homer Glen. Born in Springfield, IL. to the late Paul and Lillie Coats (Dunn). Beloved husband of the late Janice M. (nee Halm); loving father of Lori (Kevin) Keegan, the late Greg (Laura) Coats, Sheri (Shawn) Lindner and son Jeffrey (in infancy); cherished grandfather of Kaylee and...

Michael Jerome Guzy, Iii

Michael Jerome Guzy, Iii

June 11, 2019

Michael J. Guzy, III 19, lifetime of Frankfort, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, June 11, 2019. Loving son of Michael and Jennifer (Gammonley) Guzy, Jr.; cherished brother of Matthew Guzy; beloved grandson of Theresa “Tree” Guzy and the late Michael J. Guzy, Sr., and Jacqueline Gammonley and the late George Gammonley also survived by several aunts, uncles and cousins. He...

Lynne A. Dilorenzo

Lynne A. Dilorenzo

June 9, 2019

Lynne A. DiLorenzo (Centers) 73, a longtime resident of Frankfort, passed away on Sunday June 9, 2019. Loving wife of Joseph DiLorenzo; beloved mother of the late Joseph DiLorenzo, late John Blackstone, Stephen Blackstone and Douglas Blackstone; dearest daughter of Francis Paaren and the late Bert Centers; fond sister of Brent (Phyllis) Centers, Gail Parson, Bruce Centers, late Bret Centers,...

Sandra E. Karpavicius

Sandra E. Karpavicius

June 9, 2019

Sandra E. Karpavicius (nee Edwards) 77, of New Lenox, formerly of Chicago passed away Sunday, June 9, 2019. Sandra was born in Chicago to the late Louis and Lillian Edwards. Loving mother of Lisa (Mark) Sikorski, Scott (late Lira) Karpavicius, and Michael Karpavicius; cherished grandmother of Ericka Rodriguez, Elizabeth Zurales, Christopher Karpavicius, and Nicholas Karpavicius; dear sister of Wylene (late...

Anna Marie "Nancy" Zander

Anna Marie "Nancy" Zander

June 8, 2019

Anna Marie “Nancy” Duffy Zander (nee Hounihan) Anna Marie (Nancy) Zander peacefully departed this earth on June 8 in the home of her youngest son Pat and his wife, who had lovingly cared for her during the last nine years as her health declined. Nancy entered this world on May 23, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois to the joy of her...

Dr. C. Dawn Zibricky

Dr. C. Dawn Zibricky

June 8, 2019

Dr. C. Dawn Goehl-Zibricky, Age 55, passed away on June 8, 2019 surrounded by family at her home in New Lenox, Il. Dawn was born on March 1, 1964 in Quincy, Il. She married the love of her life, Gregory M. Zibricky, on March 19, 1988. She is survived by two sons Aaron and Ben. In addition to her husband...

Richard E. Rossio Sr.

Richard E. Rossio Sr.

June 6, 2019

RICHARD E. ROSSIO, SR. Age 77, of Lockport, passed away Thursday, June 6th, 2019 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice House in Joliet. Richard is survived by his loving family, wife, Laura Rossio (Fox), children, Richard (Adrienne) Rossio Jr., Timothy (Pamela) Rossio, Tammie (Barry) Hardrick, Terry (Dawn) Rossio, siblings, Mary Tazelaar, Michael (Paula) Rossio, Joseph (Linda) Rossio, sisters-in-law, Denise Rossio,...

Clifton A. Payne

Clifton A. Payne

June 2, 2019

CLIFTON A. PAYNE Age 81, of Lockport, passed away Sunday, June 2nd, 2019 at the Lemont Center in Lemont. Clifton is survived by his loving family, children, Robert Payne, Karen (John) Stair, Matthew (Chris) Payne, 13 grandchildren, 24 great grandchildren and numerous nieces and nephews. Clifton was preceded in death by his parents, Clarence & Marie Payne (Wochna), wife, Diana...

William E. Schader

William E. Schader

June 2, 2019

WILLIAM E. SCHADER Age 71, longtime resident of Lockport, passed away Sunday, June 2nd, 2019 at his home in Lockport. Bill is survived by his loving family, wife, Pat Schader (McNelis), daughters, Erin Buchmayer, Lizzi (Tim) Linse, grandchildren, Killian Kielb, Kierin Buchmayer, brother-in-law, Jim (Joleta) McNelis, sister-in-law, Dot (Don) Vander Beke, nieces and nephews, Shannon St Pierre, Renee Stolzenberger, Ryan...

Joanne Margaret Dempsey

Joanne Margaret Dempsey

June 1, 2019

Joanne Margaret Dempsey Age 82, a resident of Frankfort, passed away on Saturday, June 1, 2019. Beloved sister of Clare (nee Kilroy), Joseph (Marie), Edward (Nancy), late Therese (nee Skorski), late Sandra (nee Nowaczyk), and late Catherine (nee Riggs); dear aunt to many nieces, nephews, grand nieces and grand nephews. She was preceded in death by her parents Joseph and...

Glen E. Skonicki

Glen E. Skonicki

June 1, 2019

Glen E. Skonicki 47, of New Lenox formerly of Hazel Crest, passed away suddenly on Saturday, June 1, 2019. Loving husband of Kathrynne M. Skonicki (Braun); beloved father of Angela, Kathrynne and David Skonicki; dearest son of the late David and Christine (Zebrowski) Skonicki; cherished brother of the late Paula Skonicki and Timothy Skonicki; dear brother-in-law of Jennifer (Michael) Denton,...

Robert R.  Wise

Robert R. Wise

May 30, 2019

Robert R. Wise 73, of Tinley Park formerly of New Lenox and Dolton, passed away on Thursday, May 30, 2019. Loving father of Raymond Wise; beloved brother of the late April (David) Devone, Ronnie (Doug) Bracken and Julie Moreno; dearest uncle of Sean (Jody) Dawe and Angie (Chuck) Brown. Robert was a retired volunteer Fireman and EMT in Dolton, a...

Ulish "Shep" Sheppard

Ulish "Shep" Sheppard

May 29, 2019

Ulish “Shep” Sheppard 72 of Lockport, IL, passed away suddenly on May 29, 2019 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, IL. He was born July 15, 1946 to Fred and Ethel Sheppard. Shep retired from Caterpillar in Joliet, IL. Surviving are his wife, Patricia (McCartney) Sheppard, sons; Michael (Janette) Sheppard and Christopher (Melissa) Sheppard; a daughter Heather (Adam) Gier;...

Linda Ann Teerling

Linda Ann Teerling

May 28, 2019

Linda Ann Teerling (Ganzel) 77, of Homer Glen, passed away surrounded by her family on Tuesday, May 28, 2019 . Loving wife of the late Samuel Teerling, Jr., beloved mother of Janet (Jim) Teerling Fender, Lydia (George) Janacek and William (Kristine) Teerling, cherished grandma of Jamie (Anthony) Vaccaro, Samantha Janacek, Danielle Janacek, Samuel Teerling and Amanda Teerling; dearest great grandma...