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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area
Denise Marie Swedko
Apr 27, 2019
Denise Marie Swedko (nee Sobczyk) 66, of Joliet passed away Saturday, April 27, 2019 at her home surrounded by her family. Denise was born in Chicago to the late Edwin E. and Lucille (nee Malinowski) Sobczyk. Beloved wife of Robert M. Swedko; loving mother of Matthew (Lisa) Swedko, Erin (Jason) Genis, Ryan (Jennifer) Swedko, and Justin (Kristen) Swedko; cherished grandmother...
Lynne Rose
Apr 26, 2019
LYNNE ROSE Age 60, of Frankfort passed away Friday, April 26th, 2019 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Lynne is survived by her loving family, husband, John Rose, children, Rebecca Rose, John (Kristen) Rose, Jim (Melissa) Rose, grandchildren, Kennedy Rose, Caden Rose, Landry Rose, Charlotte Rose, Madison Rose, Benjamin Rose, siblings, Lisa (Ed) Burger, Michael (Dawn) O’Connor, Jim (Karyn)...
Richard W. Umbach
Apr 26, 2019
Richard W. Umbach Age 73, a resident New Lenox, formerly of Orland Park, passed away on Friday, April 26, 2019. Beloved husband of Cynthia Umbach (Wagner); loving father of Michael (Julie) Umbach; cherished grandfather of Hailey and Mickayla Umbach; dear brother of Judy Menconi. He was preceded in death by his siblings Veronica Griffin and Joan Zipowicz. The family will...
Elizabeth Marie Johnsen
Apr 25, 2019
Elizabeth Marie Johnsen (O’Halloran) Age 81, a resident of Frankfort, formerly of Country Club Hills, Murray Kentucky and Mountain Home Arkansas passed away on Thursday, April 25, 2019. Loving wife of the late Dale Johnsen; beloved mother of Robert (Sharon) Johnsen, Donald (Ann) Johnsen, Elizabeth (Gregory) Grimm and Cynthia (Richard) Reilly; dearest sister of Joseph (Joanne) O’Halloran, Emmett O’Halloran, Peggy...
Sally Gliottoni Sanfratello
Apr 25, 2019
Sally Gliottoni Sanfratello, 52, of Frankfort, formerly Crete died April 25, 2019. She is survived by her loving family: husband of 28 years, Joseph A. Sanfratello; son: Joseph Andrew Sanfratello, mother: Helen (late Andy L.) Gliottoni; siblings: Patricia (Dennis) Derfiny, Cathy (Roger Jacob) Gliottoni, Cynthia (Jim) Wheeler, James (Melissa) Gliottoni, Susan (Jeff) Hunt. brother-in-law: James Hirsch, Michael Sanfratello; in-laws Joseph...
Ronald Douglas Cramer Jr.
Apr 22, 2019
Ronald Douglas Cramer Jr. Age 53, entered into Eternal Life on Monday, April 22, 2019 at Silver Cross Hospital. Beloved son of Kathryn (nee Hahn) and the late Ronald D. Cramer Sr; loving brother of Vicki (Bob) Bennitt; loved uncle of Brandon and Bailey Bennitt; dear nephew and cousin to many. Ron was born in Joliet and grew up in...
Theresa Maryann Besse
Apr 22, 2019
Theresa MaryAnn Besse (Torres) Age 90, born in Hawaii, a resident of Manteno, formerly of Matteson, Frankfort, Markham and Country Club Hills, passed away on Monday, April 22, 2019. Loving mother of Laverne (Doug) Black, Debra (Guy) Wolek, Bobbi (Jim) Grady, Judith (Marvin) Rathert, Michelle Laino, Steven (Gayle) Besse, Douglas (Julie) Besse and Randall Besse; cherished grandmother of 14; proud...
Josephine A. Klimas
Apr 21, 2019
Josephine A. Klimas Age 83, a resident of Mokena, formerly of Naperville, passed away on Sunday, April 21, 2019. Beloved aunt of Suzanne (Richard A.) Koziol, late Anthony (Carolyn) Borkowski, Joseph (Doreen) Borkowski, Martin Borkowski, Michael (Karen) Klimas, Paul (Molly) Klimas, and Theresa (Robert) Schneider; also survived by numerous loving great-nieces and great-nephews and her sister in law, Margaret Klimas....
Esperanza "Chach" Chico-Romo
Apr 21, 2019
Esperanza “Chach” Chico-Romo, 68, of Tinley Park and Chicago, passed away Easter Sunday, April 21, 2019, surrounded by loved ones. She courageously fought cancer for the last two and a half years. Survived by her family: Husband of 29 years, Russell J. Romo; Son: Patrick (Melanie Miles) Chico; Step-son: Nicholas (Samara) Romo, Grandchildren: Nico and Vivianna Romo; Mother: Carmen (late...
Debra L Bucek
Apr 19, 2019
Debra L. Bucek (Siedentop), age 68, a resident of Frankfort formerly of Herscher, passed away on Friday April 19, 2019. Loving wife of the late Paul Bucek; beloved Jason (DeVonna) Bucek and Dan (Cassandra) Bucek; proud grandmother of Reese, Aston and Braxton; dearest daughter of the late William and Leona (Wilcox) Siedentop, Jr.; cherished sister of Cheryl (Jim) Gibson; fond...
Joey B. Chaney
Apr 17, 2019
Joey B. Chaney 78, of New Lenox passed away Wednesday, April 17, 2019 at Adventist Hinsdale Hospital. Joe was born in Pikeville, KY to the late Warren G. and Virginia A. (nee Justice) Chaney. Beloved and caring husband of Anna (nee Harris); loving father of JoAnn (Greg) Justice, Paul (Brenda) Chaney, Billiejean (Tony) Lopez, Virginia (Hugh) Graham, Joe (Cindy) Chaney,...
David Michael Johnson
Apr 15, 2019
The life of the dead is placed in the memory of the living” – Marcus Tullius Cicero David Michael Johnson (70) of Frankfort, IL passed away suddenly on April 15, 2019. The cleverest of men, humor that shone brightly in all our lives. Loving, loyal, the best of friends, a true original. Soulmate of Sharon Elizabeth Johnson for 45 years,...
Benn E. Ehrich Jr.
Apr 15, 2019
BENN E. EHRICH JR. Age 83, of Wesley Chapel FL, former longtime resident of Safety Harbor FL and Crete IL, passed away Monday, April 15th, 2019 at his home in Wesley Chapel FL. Benn is survived by his loving family, wife of 62 years; Arlene Ehrich (Welk) whom he married September 8th, 1956, children, Dawn (Dave) Pelkey, Ross (Roberta) Ehrich,...
Eva Hope Ludvigsen
Apr 14, 2019
Eva Hope Ludvigsen Age 7 months, passed away on Sunday April 14, 2019 at Lurie Children’s Hospital. Loving daughter of Carl and Elaine (Hughes) Ludvigsen; cherished Sister of Glen Ludvigsen; beloved granddaughter of Constance Hughes, the late Edward Hughes, Ellen Ludvigsen and the late Glenn Ludvigsen; dearest niece of the late Gary Hughes, Jeff (Sheila) Hughes, Rick (Lynn) Hughes, Gene...
Carole A. Hanna
Apr 14, 2019
Carole A. Hanna (nee Rooney) Age 71, of Frankfort formerly of Chicago, passed away on Sunday, April 14, 2019. Beloved wife of James; devoted mother of Christy Galati, Jennifer (Brian) Finn and Julie (Walter) Mayorga; cherished grandmother of Gaetana Bella, Filippo, Brayden William, Cadence Ann, Katia Carolina, Carrie Ann and Alexander James. Visitation will be held at Kurtz Memorial Chapel,...
Fred Louis Mooney, Sr.
Apr 13, 2019
Fred Louis Mooney, Sr. born February 13, 1930. Died April 13, 2019. Lifelong resident of New Lenox, IL. Husband of Muriel E. Mooney (Gansert) for 67 years. Children include David (Beth) of OH; Muriel Kim Devine (Daniel) of Saint Charles, IL; Patrick (Angelo) of Chicago, IL; Marlene Crone (Mark) of Danvers, IL. Grandchildren; Mark L. De Bold (Jacquelyn); Wade Crone...
Dolores Mary Danforth
Apr 11, 2019
Dolores Mary Danforth Age 93, a resident of Mokena formerly of Burr Ridge and Lyons, passed away on Thursday, April 11, 2019. Loving wife of the late Wallace Danforth; beloved mother of Lynn (Richard) Wartick and Mark (Susan) Danforth; dearest sister of Marilyn (Joseph) Bell, late Robert Colvin, late Donald Colvin, late Mildred (late “Buzz”) Harcourt, and late Loretta (late...
Bonnie Kaiser
Apr 9, 2019
Bonnie Kaiser (Bell) Age 83, a resident of Indianapolis, IN., formerly of Frankfort, and Park Forest, IL., passed away on Tuesday, April 9, 2019. Beloved wife of the late Kenneth W. Kaiser Sr.; loving mother of Kenneth W. Kaiser Jr.; cherished grandmother of William Joseph and Kelly Marie; dear sister of Marie Jane Speck. A Memorial Service will be held...
Lisa M. Randich
Apr 8, 2019
Lisa M. Randich 35, of New Lenox, passed away Monday, April 8, 2019 at Palos Community Hospital. Lisa was born in Palos Heights to Steven Randich and Geralyn Randich (nee Drury). Loved mother of Casey McGill and Riley Gaspari; loving daughter of Steven Randich and Geralyn Randich (Alan Jagielski); dear sister of Christopher (Megan) Randich, Sean Randich, and Amy (Austin)...
Laverne M. Cohen
Apr 8, 2019
Laverne M. Cohen, age 92, of Orland Park formerly of South Holland and Chicago, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2019. Loving wife of the late Dr. Meyer "Mike" Cohen; beloved sister of Doris (Harvey) Jensen; dearest aunt of Kathi (Stuart) Lindsay and Arthur (Helen) Jensen, and also many great and great great nieces and nephews. A graveside service will...
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