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Daniel A. Christopher
November 6, 2017
DANIEL A. CHRISTOPHER Age 86, of Matteson, passed away Monday, November 6, 2017 at South Suburban Hospital in Hazel Crest. Daniel is survived by his loving family, his wife of 64 years, Gloria Christopher (Cannataro), children, Debra (Neil) Sullivan, Dean Christopher, grandson, Dean (Ashley) Christopher, great grandchildren, Justin Christopher, Jacob Christopher and Alexus Skowron. Daniel was preceded in death by...
Danny E. Boshears
November 4, 2017
Danny E. Boshears, 59, of Joliet, passed away Saturday, November 4, 2017. Danny was born in Forrest City, AR to the late James E. and Joyce A. (nee King) Boshears and moved to Joliet where he grew up. Beloved husband of Sharon (nee Vorreyer); loving father of Tabitha (Marissa Gillum) Boshears, Dannelle Boshears, Jacqueline Boshears, the late Joseph Jacaway, Daniel...
Gertrude Ruth Soltys
November 3, 2017
Gertrude Ruth Soltys Age 99 of Frankfort formerly of Blue Island, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2017. Loving wife of the late Walter; beloved mother of Kathleen (late Jack) Grabowski, Carol (late Joseph) Kogut and Robert (late Therese); dearest sister of Francis (late Phyllis) Dedeo, late Martin "Sonny" (late Mabel) Dedeo and Late Helen (late Charles) Krahn; cherished grandmother...
Robert Charles Schlinger
November 3, 2017
Robert Charles Schlinger Age 93 of New Lenox formerly of Palos Park, passed away on Friday, November 3, 2017 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice House. Robert is survived by his loving family, children Robert (Shirley) Schlinger, Richard (Helga) Schlinger, Kathy (Richard) Kessen, Gary Schlinger and Mark (Melissa) Schlinger; siblings Ken (Gloria) Schlinger and Kathy DeYoung; grandchildren Cory, Nick, Jordan,...
Christopher Ziolkowski
November 2, 2017
Sgt. Christopher "Chris" Anthony Ziolkowski of Makanda, Illinois, passed away November 2, 2017 at the age of 42. He was born on September 17, 1975 in Harvey, Illinois, to Ron and Ann Ziolkowski, who currently reside in Peotone, Illinois. Chris looked up to his two older sisters: Debbie (John) Kijowski of Channahon, Illinois and Elisa (Chuck) Krcilek of Apache Junction,...
Robert D. Gryczewski
November 2, 2017
Robert D. Gryczewski "Triplex Bob" 81, of Kankakee, formerly of Homer Township passed away Thursday, November 2, 2017 at his home surrounded by his family. Bob was born in Chicago to the late Helen Gryczewski. Beloved husband of the Donna (nee Fabrie); loving father of Robert (Kimberly), David (Anne), Steve (Sue), and Elizabeth (Ralph) Credio; stepfather of Denise (Dean) Schroeder,...
Mrs. Teresa A. Magana
November 2, 2017
Teresa A. Magana (Alvarez) Age 80, a resident of Lockport, formerly of Lemont, passed away on Thursday, November 2, 2017. Beloved wife of Alberto Magana Sr.; loving mother of Alberto Magana Jr.; cherished grandmother of Maria Carmen Magana; also survived by numerous loving brothers, sisters, brother-in-law's, sister-in-law's, and nieces and nephews. The family will receive friends at Goodale Memorial Chapel,...
Rae J. Naegel
October 30, 2017
Rae J. Naegel (nee Sparrey) 59, of New Lenox, passed away Monday, October 30, 2017 at Silver Cross Hospital. Rae was born in Chicago to Leslie and the late Frances (nee Kovac) Sparrey. Beloved wife and best friend of Robert "Skip" Naegel; loving mother of the late Tyler and step-mother to Ryan, and Lindsey Naegel; dear sister of Laura "Laurie"...
Joseph P. O'Marrah
October 29, 2017
Joseph Patrick O'Marrah 74, of Putnam, IL, passed away Sunday, October 29, 2017 at Heritage Health in Mendota, IL. Joseph was born in Chicago to the late Phillip T. and Irene (nee Henson) O'Marrah. Loving father of Timothy, Raymond (Kerrielynne), and Jeffrey (Christina); cherished grandfather of Zackery, Joshua, William, Cullen, Maddie, Brianna, Daeinera, Melody, Liam, and Seamus; dear brother of...
Barbara J. Wilson
October 28, 2017
Barbara Jean Wilson (nee Cullen) 78, of Lockport, passed away Saturday, October 28, 2017. Barb was born in Joliet to the late James and Emma (nee Young) Cullen. Beloved wife of the late Keith E. Wilson; loving mother of Terri (Donald) Clark, Gary (the late Donald DeMaestri) Wilson, and Debbie (Gerald) Ferak; cherished grandmother of Kelly Clark and Michael Ferak;...
Audrey A. Gee
October 27, 2017
Audrey A. Gee (nee Herrmann) 87, of Lockport, passed away Friday, October 27, 2017 at her home surrounded by family. Audrey was born in Peru, IL to the late William and Ethel (nee Keutzer) Herrmann. Audrey was an avid golfer. Beloved wife of George F. Gee; loving mother of Greg Gee, Denise Gee, Cynthia (Michael) Slonski, and Carolyn (Leonard) Svabek;...
Robert A. Heaver
October 27, 2017
ROBERT A. HEAVER Age 66, of Lockport passed away Friday, October 27th, 2017 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Robert is survived by his loving family, wife, Teresa Druzgala-Heaver, siblings, Antoinette Heaver, Keith Heaver, nieces and nephews, Tiffany, Travis, John Jr., Brian, Michelle, Gregory, Alicia, Rachel, Robert, and Brian. Robert was preceded in death by his parents, William &...
Monna R. Rowley
October 26, 2017
MONNA R. ROWLEY (MILTON) Age 95, of Lockport passed away Thursday, October 26th, 2017 at Our Lady of Angels Retirement Home in Joliet. Monna is survived by her loving family, children, David B. (Laurel) Rowley, Willard G. (Catherine) Rowley, Deborah S. Rowley, Dr. Howard A. (Dr. Carol Diamond) Rowley, grandchildren, Thomas Rowley, Chase Rowley, Samantha Rowley, Bruce Rowley, Mary Catherine...
Michael W. Grabski
October 20, 2017
Michael W. Grabski Age 63, of New Lenox, passed away on Friday, October 20, 2017. Beloved husband of Dawn (Schober); loving father of Kyle (Mallory Bennett) Grabski; cherished son of Sylvia Grabski (Koss) and the late Walter Grabski; dear brother of Sandy (Steve) Paluski; also survived by nieces, nephews, and dear friends. Mike was a member of IBEW Local #15,...
Chris Lynn Grotts
October 20, 2017
Chris Lynn Grotts Age 62 of Matteson formerly of Worth, passed away on Saturday, October 21, 2017. Chris is survived by her loving family; husband Donald Grotts; father Clarence Kranich; children Adam (Gina) Kranich and Tracie (Michael) Finley; step children Karen (Bob) Bachman, Kathy Cross and Kelly (Dennis) Stoehr; grandchildren Saige Finley, Lola and Zoe Kranich; step grandchildren D.J., Jared,...
Isabelle A. Erickson
October 20, 2017
Isabelle A. Erickson (Larson) Age 95 of Flossmoor formerly of Matteson and Calumet City, passed away on Friday, October 20, 2017. Isabelle is survived by her loving family, children Diane Kelly, Darlene (John) Buwolda, Edward (Chris) Erickson, Debbie (Mark) Havens; grandchildren Vicki (Stephen) Kane, Sharon (Patrick) Adams, Michael (Donna) Kelly, Jill (Eric) Anderson, Tammy Machek, Emily Erickson, M.J. Havens, Olivia...
James "Jim" D. Johnston, Sr.
October 19, 2017
James "Jim" D. Johnston, Sr. 71, of New Lenox formerly of Chicago Heights and Chicago, passed away Thursday, October 19, 2017. He was born in Moline to the late Louis and Alletta (Laughlin) Johnston. Beloved husband of the late Katherine Johnston (Zirzow) and Mary Morris-Johnston; loving father of Michelle (Pierre) Montanez, Noreen (Brian) Castle and James D. Johnston, Jr.; cherished...
Retha L. Carpenter
October 18, 2017
Retha Louise Carpenter, 80, passed away peacefully with family by her side on October 18, 2017. Born in Booneville, MS, she was a long time Frankfort resident and member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Her devotion to and love for her family was unparalleled. She led a life of Christ-like service and found her greatest joy...
Mr. Edward R. Bockelmann
October 18, 2017
Edward R. Bockelmann Age 89, a resident of Orland Park, formerly of Frankfort, passed away Wednesday, October 18, 2017. Beloved husband of Elaine V. (Alm); loving father of Joyce (Carl) Larson and Janet (John) Swanson; and cherished grandfather of Carl E. (Abby) Larson, Jennifer Larson (Fiancé Vinny Gustafson), Lauren Swanson, and Jay Swanson; and great-grandfather of 3. Edward was preceded...
Paul A. Franzen
October 18, 2017
PAUL A. FRANZEN Age 61 of Dowagiac Michigan, formerly of Frankfort Illinois, passed away Wednesday, October 18th, 2017 at the University of Michigan Hospital in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Paul is survived by his loving family, wife, Kelly Bahrs Franzen, children, Tony (Tami) Franzen, Jason Franzen, Brett Bahrs, siblings, Don Franzen, Linda (Richard) Kelley, Lorie (Thomas) Swiderdal, LuAnn (Patrick) Lauf, Lisa...
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