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John Edwards Parker
Sep 8, 2023
John Edwards Parker, 87, of Frankfort, formerly of Cleveland, Ohio, passed away on Sept., 8, 2023 at Smith Crossing in Orland Park. Preceded in death by his devoted wife, Lynne Parker in 2017. Survived by his loving family, children: Leslie (Eric) Walton New Lenox, IL, Kevin (Leslie Brown) Parker Atlanta, GA; granddaughters: Sarah Grace Walton and Teresa Hoffmann (Daniel) Authier;...
Arthur M. Barnas
Sep 7, 2023
ARTHUR M. BARNAS
Age 91, of New Lenox, passed away on Thursday, September 7th, 2023 at his home in New Lenox.
Arthur is survived by his loving family, nieces and nephews, Jerome (Marlene) Barnas, Joyce (Glen) Kappel, John (Mary) Barnas, Jeffrey Barnas, Julie (William) Bulow, Brian (Joyce) Barnas, Nadine (Peter) Roggeman, niece in-law, Mary Barnas and many great nieces and nephews.
Arthur was...
David S. Tallon
Sep 6, 2023
David Scott Tallon
Of Mokena, IL, formerly of Orland Park, IL, peacefully passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at his home surrounded by his loving family. David was born in Oak Lawn, IL to the late Carl and Beverly (nee Williams) Tallon. Beloved husband of Karen (nee Klett) Tallon; loving father of David (Pilar) Tallon Jr, Lynn (Raymond) Tyrakowski, Michael (Taylor)...
Dennis J. Kupka
Sep 6, 2023
Dennis J. Kupka
Age 78 of New Lenox, IL, formerly of Alsip, IL, passed away Wednesday, September 6, 2023, at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, IL. Dennis was born in Chicago, IL to the late Walter and Agnes (nee Berry) Kupka; husband to the late Eileen (nee Prather) Kupka; father of Karen (Mark) Czarnecki and Amy (Dean) Rapp; grandfather of...
Stephan S. Sikorski
Sep 4, 2023
STEPHAN S. SIKORSKI
Age 60, of New Lenox, passed away on Monday, September 4th, 2023 at Alden Estates in Orland Park.
Stephan is survived by his loving family, mother, Bonnie Sikorski (Warchol), children, Christopher Sikorski, Hailee Sikorski, Brooke Sikorski, siblings, Mark (Lisa) Sikorski and Julie (Steve) Kamper.
Stephan was preceded in death by his father, Stanley Sikorski and wife, Debra Sikorski (Schaffrath).
Stephan was...
Leslie Walker Dixon
Sep 4, 2023
Leslie Walker Dixon
Radiant, Vibrant, Innovator and Cherished
Leslie Ann Walker Dixon, a radiant light of vibrancy and positivity, passed away peacefully at home on September 4, 2023, surrounded by the warmth and love of her family. Leslie's presence illuminated each room she entered, breathing life, hope, and boundless potential into every moment.
A viewing will be held from 3:00 – 8:00 pm...
Edna Jean Mcbride
Sep 3, 2023
Age 92 of New Lenox, formerly of Joliet, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023, at Lemont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Lemont, IL. Edna was born in Joliet, IL to the late Amadio and Angeline (Talarico) (nee Picciolo) DiMonte. Beloved wife of the late James S. McBride; loving mother of James (Joan Young) McBride, David (Diana) McBride, the late Jeffrey McBride,...
Patricia L. Ryscamp
Sep 3, 2023
Patricia (Pat) Louise Ryscamp, 83, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023, at her home in Jacksonville, FL, with her loving family by her side and is now in heaven with her Lord and surrounded by loving family and friends that went before her.
Pat loved her family and friends deeply and brought them together whenever she could for laughter and conversation,...
Michael Kobar
Sep 3, 2023
Michael L Kobar, age 78, passed away suddenly on Sunday September 3, 2023 at Edward Hines Jr Veterans Hospital.
Michael now joins his beloved wife, Rosemary (Dempsey) who passed away last November.
He is survived by their two daughters, Dawn Conroy, and Amy (Kevin) Bogac; grandchildren, Mitchell Cianci, Justin (Maylyn) Misiora, Madeline Conroy, Owen Howell, Thomas Conroy, Adam (Maria) Bogac; and his...
Sharon G Hunt
Sep 1, 2023
Sharon G. Hunt (neeKilburg) 71, of Frankfort was born in Shreveport LA, to the late William and Helen Kilburg and passed away September 1, 2023. Beloved wife of the late James T. Hunt; loving mother and “merm” of the late Kristie Lynn McKinney and James Brian (Erin) Hunt; proud grandmother of Steven McKinney, Thomas McKinney, Justin McKinney, Katelyn McKinney, Caleb...
Johnnie Ray Forbus
Aug 31, 2023
Johnnie Ray Forbus, 69, passed away on August 31, 2023. He is survived by his two children, Kelly Grace and John Ross. He was a beloved grandfather, an adored brother, and a cherished friend. His bright smile and cheerful laugh will be missed by all his family and friends.
Lois L. Blume
Aug 30, 2023
Lois L. Blume, 79, of Matteson, passed away suddenly Aug. 30, 2023. Lois was the dear sister of Richard (Carol Ann) Blume of Beecher and the late Loretta (Larry) Piunti of, IN. Aunt of Nancy Blume and Randy (Kim) Blume and Great-Aunt of Ethan and Chase Blume. Cousin and friend of many. Lois was preceded in death by her parents...
Thomas Edward Cousins
Aug 28, 2023
Thomas Edward Cousins, age 57, passed away at his home in New Lenox on Monday, August 28, 2023.
Thomas is survived by his beloved wife, Dawn (née Montgomery) Cousins; children, Samantha (Nick) Dybas, Kylie (Adam) Kraft, and Natalie Cousins; father, Thomas James Cousins; siblings, Mike Cousins, Steve (Kristin) Cousins, Ken (Dana) Cousins, and Teresa (Keith) Sinks; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He...
Richard N. Schaefer
Aug 27, 2023
Richard N. Schaefer
Age 82 of New Lenox, IL passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, August 27, 2023. Richard was born in Chicago, IL to the late Nicholas and Mildred (nee Bater) Schaefer. Husband of the late Dolores (nee Churas); loving father of Debbie (Richard) Frazier and Mike (Tricia) Schaefer; cherished grandfather of Emily and Seth Schaefer; dear brother...
June Ellen Miller
Aug 26, 2023
June Ellen Miller, who left farm life to become a nurse and mother of five, died Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, at her assisted-living home in Lake in the Hills, Ill. She was 93.
Born May 24, 1930, to Harold and Hazel Morse, June grew up outside Dwight, Ill., on a farm where her father raised dairy cows and grew corn and...
Harold Schumacher
Aug 26, 2023
Harold Schumacher
Age 55, of New Lenox passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox. Harold was born in Evergreen Park, IL to the late Harold and Terry (nee Devita) Schumacher. Beloved husband of Dawnn (nee Bouchard) Schumacher; loving father of Nicholas (Hannah) Schumacher and Tyler Schumacher; proud, soon to be grandfather, of granddaughter Drew...
Pearl G. Bihl
Aug 25, 2023
PEARL G. BIHL
Age 85, formerly of Harvey and South Holland, passed away on Friday, August 25th, 2023 at the Cottages of New Lenox.
Pearl is survived by her loving family, children, Laura (Robert) Pomes, Debra (Michael) Krygier, Robert (Pamela) Thompson Jr., grandchildren, Joshua, Alysa, Dana, Dillon, Casey, Carly, Elana and Luke.
Pearl was preceded in death by her parents, John & Rose...
Kathleen L. Villette
Aug 25, 2023
Kathleen “Kathy” Louise Villette, 78, passed away on August 25th, 2023. Kathy was born on January 6th, 1945, to Mary Lou (Dolliff) and Leland (Jack) McGrew.
She graduated from Austin High School in 1963 and Rockford College in 1967. She taught Kindergarten at Roosevelt and Kennedy Elementary in Minnesota from 1967-1976. After being a stay-at-home mom, she became the librarian for...
John F. Rocco
Aug 24, 2023
JOHN F. ROCCO
Age 74, passed away on Thursday, August 24th, 2023 at his home in Mokena.
John is survived by his loving family, wife, Barbara Rocco (Martello), siblings, Lenore Rocco, Marianne Gentile, Patricia Buckley, sister in-law, Diane (John) Konrath and numerous nieces and nephews.
John was preceded in death by his parents, Fiore & Alice Rocco (Hathaway), brother, Sam (Marie) Rocco, brother...
Methodius "Mick" Pavnica Jr.
Aug 22, 2023
Methodius R. Pavnica Jr. 72, of Frankfort Illinois was born in Joliet to the late Methodius Sr. and Theresa Pavnica, and passed away on August 22, 2023. Beloved fiancé of Darcie Harnett; loving father of Christopher (Kristen) Pavnica, Andrew and Stephen Pavnica, and Nathan and Caden Harnett; proud "grandpa darcie" of Jacob Pavnica; dear brother of Nancy (late Wayne) Deross,...
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