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Brian A. Wagner
August 22, 2025
Brian A. Wagner, 73, of Frankfort, Illinois, passed away peacefully on his birthday, August 22, 2025, surrounded by his loving family after a courageous battle with cancer.
Born and raised in Chicago, Brian carried a lifelong passion for his hometown teams—the Chicago Bears and the White Sox. He was also an avid golfer, proudly achieving three holes-in-one during his many years...
Jill E. Augustine
August 21, 2025
Jill E. Augustine
Age 78, a loving wife, devoted mother, and cherished grandmother, entered into rest with our Lord on Thursday, August 21, 2025.
Born in Chicago, Illinois and raised in Wood Dale, Illinois, Jill attended East Leyden High School and later graduated from Triton College and Elmhurst College. She carried her dedication to learning, family, and faith throughout her life.
Jill was...
William Howard Etheridge, Jr.
August 20, 2025
William Howard “Bill” Etheridge, Jr.
September 16, 1939 – August 20, 2025
William Howard “Bill” Etheridge, Jr., beloved father, grandfather, great-grandfather, brother, uncle, cousin, and friend, passed away on August 20, 2025, at the age of 85.
Bill was born in Hammond, Indiana, and grew up in Morocco, Indiana. Later, he met his soon-to-be wife, Annette, during a trip to Florida. They were...
Laurie J. Rodriguez
August 20, 2025
Laurie J. Rodriguez (Anderson)
September 7, 1960- August 20, 2025
Laurie Rodriguez, age 64, of New Lenox, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 20, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Laurie was a life-long resident of New Lenox, IL and daughter to Mary Ann (Flessner) Anderson and the late Harold “Dick” Anderson. Beloved wife of David Rodriguez; loving mother...
Kimberly Anderson
August 19, 2025
Kimberly Anderson 77, of Mokena, IL was born in Chicago Illinois to the late Frederick and Aileen (nee Whalen) Anderson and passed away August 19, 2025. Loving mother of Meg (Chad) Toosley, Mary Zastro, Norman Michael (Liz) Rosinski; proud grandma of Lynn, Tim, Jack, Maggie, Jane, Emily, and Nathan; dear sister of Lynne Lacey, Marcia (John) Kanapick; fond aunt of...
Marcia Ann Reeves
August 19, 2025
Marcia Ann Reeves (Hearne)
“Ann”
Age 74 of New Lenox, IL passed away Tuesday, August 19, 2025 at Lightways Hospice, Joliet, IL surrounded by her loving family. Ann was born in Houston, TX to the late Arthur and Marcia (Roth) Hearne.
Loving mother of Jonathan (Lauren) Reeves and Eric Reeves; cherished grandmother of Kendyll Reeves, Liam Reeves, Nolan Reeves, Ellison Reeves, and Jack...
Peter Kingsley Tonkumoh
August 17, 2025
Peter Konakha Tonkumoh was born in Lagos Island in Nigeria on 3rd April, 1955 into
the family of Mr. & Mrs. Young Uzor Tonkumoh. He was the Fourth child of the family.
He hailed from Rivers State from Otrofani under Sagbama Local Government. Peter left
this world for the next on August 17, 2025 in Olympia Fields, Illinois, USA. He is
survived by his...
Drew D. Duzinskas
August 16, 2025
Drew D. Duzinskas
Age 42 of New Lenox passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Drew was born in Oak Lawn, IL to Douglas and Nancy (nee Miller) Duzinskas.
Loving son of Douglas Duzinskas and Nancy Duzinskas; cherished brother of Diana Duzinskas and Dustin (fiancée Liz Stimac) Duzinskas; loved nephew, cousin, and friend.
Drew was a graduate of the University of Illinois...
Joseph J. Sues
August 16, 2025
Age 68, a long time resident of Frankfort, passed away August 16, 2025 at his home. He is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Anna Marie, his children, Joseph (Amanda) Sues, Laura (Ron) Lampen, Daniel (Katie) Sues and his nine cherished grandchildren- AJ, Adriana, Aston, Noah, Dominic, Owen, Vincent, Genevieve, and Otto.
Joe is survived by his mother Louise...
Paul A. LaBuhn
August 16, 2025
Paul A. LaBuhn, born on November 10, 1954, passed away peacefully at home on August 16, 2025, surrounded by the love of his devoted family, after a valiant battle with pancreatic cancer.
Paul married the love of his life, Janet (née Smith) LaBuhn. Their bond was one of true partnership and lasting devotion. They were blessed to have celebrated 50 years...
Gerald "Jerry" C. Stewart
August 16, 2025
Age 91, longtime resident of Frankfort, passed away Saturday, August 16th, 2025 at Elevate Care Abington in Glenview.
Jerry is survived by his loving family, son, Arthur (Nicole) Stewart, grandchildren, Tommy Stewart, Harper Stewart, sister, Madelon Meents and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
Jerry was preceded in death by his parents, Arthur & Frieda Stewart (Schonfeldt), wife, Linda A. Stewart (Raffke), son,...
James "Jim" Harazim
August 15, 2025
James Michael HarazimDecember 31, 1957 – August 15, 2025James Michael Harazim, 67, of New Lenox, Illinois, passed away at home on August 15, 2025, in the loving care of his life partner, Delilah Cech. Jim was a skilled fabricator and welder by trade. After retiring, Jim cherished his time divided between New Lenox and Friendship, Wisconsin, where he and Delilah...
Richard P. Sargent
August 13, 2025
Richard P. (“Dick”) Sargent, age 94, of New Lenox, joined his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Wednesday, August 13, 2025, at home, surrounded by loving family and his devoted wife of 71+ years, Marilyn. Dick’s family was his greatest source of pride and joy and he is survived by his four children: Scott (Jeanne) Sargent, Anne (John) Helander, Nancy...
Ralph A. Eisenbrandt
August 11, 2025
Age 86, of Frankfort, passed away Monday, August 11th, 2025 at Thrive of Fox Valley in Aurora.
Ralph is survived by his loving family, children, Wendy (James) Rinke, AnnKaryn (Ronald) Bettenhausen, Paul (Kris) Eisenbrandt, grandchildren, Erin, Jamie, Kylee, Elizabeth, Max, Amber, Zowee, Steeler, great grandchildren, David, Evan, Ivy-Lou, sister, Vivienne Ellis, special niece Cathy and her husband David Dutro who was...
Joan P. Hanson
August 8, 2025
Joan P. Hanson
Age 83, of Frankfort, IL. formally of New Lenox, IL. passed away Friday August 8, 2025, at her home in Frankfort. Joan is survived by her loving family children: William (Nancy) Jennings, Jodi (Dan) Sheahan, Judi (Mike) Janovic; grandchildren: Katie and Will Jennings, Madeline (Jesus Salomon), John, Emily (Spencer Liebermann), Sophie, Allison Sheahan, Ryan (Alexis Eccles), and Kyle...
Karen L. Barnaby
August 6, 2025
Karen Barnaby
Born May 23, 1937, and passed away on August 6, 2025. She grew up in Frankfort, IL. and was a member of the first graduating class of Lincolnway Community High School in 1955. Her marriage brought her to Connecticut where she lived for over 40 years until health concerns brought her back to Illinois to be closer to her...
Gloria J Parello
August 3, 2025
Gloria J. Parello (nee Tynski) 78, of New Lenox was born in Chicago Illinois to the late Florian and Margaret (nee Herman) Tynski and passed away on August 3, 2025. Beloved wife of 46 years to Raymond Parello; loving mother of Mindy (Rick) DeMichele, Kara (Brad) Lande, Rae Lynn (Raymond) Ristich; cherished GiGi of Nicolas, Max, Meadow, Lilliana, and Layla;...
Ronald J. Smuszkiewicz
August 3, 2025
Age 81, of Mokena, passed away Sunday, August 3rd, 2025 at his home in Mokena.
Ronald is survived by his loving family, wife, Sylvia Smuszkiewicz (Falejczyk) and niece Nicole (James) Pfeiffer.
Ronald was preceded in death by his parents, Joseph & Mary Smuszkiewicz (Tupta), siblings, Vickie Jo Smuszkiewicz and Robert (late Patricia) Smuszkiewicz.
Ronald was a former member of St. Isidore Catholic Church...
G. John Tevere
August 2, 2025
G. John Tevere
Age 79, of Frankfort, IL. passed away Saturday, August 2, 2025, at his home in Frankfort. John is survived by his loving wife of 57 years Judith Tevere; his children: Valerie Tevere (Angel Nevarez), Ginny Tevere (Tom Failor), Jacqueline (Joe) Woods, Matthew (Laura) Tevere; grandchildren: Giana Nevarez Tevere, Juliana Woods, James Woods, Ethan Failor, Jack Failor, Benjamin Tevere,...
Don A. Hyzynski
August 1, 2025
Age 68, of Shorewood, passed away Friday, August 1st, 2025 at St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet.
Don is survived by his loving family, wife, Wanda Woods, children, Bryan (Stephanie) Bayles, Mike (Shannon) Hyzynski, Joseph (Kaila) Hyzynski, grandchildren, Brittany, Nicole, Colton, Layla, Fallon, Murphy, brother in-law, Don Sarosiek, niece, Jennifer (Dave) Pitcher, great nieces, Isabella Pitcher, Brianna Pitcher and numerous cousins.
Don...
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