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Lee A. Martin Jr. "Marty"
October 1, 2026
Lee A. Martin Jr. "Marty" age 51, passed away on Thursday October 1, 2026. He is survived by his loving partner Susan Smith; children: Charles, Carter, Evelyn; his parents Lee Sr. and Patricia Martin; sisters: Annemarie (Karen Harbin) Martin, Elizabeth Martin, and many aunts, uncles, and cousins.
Marty was preceded in death by his young daughter Leanne (1999), his maternal grandparents,...
Robert Allen Laning
October 1, 2026
Robert A. Laning, 51, of Joliet, IL, passed away on October 1, 2026. Born on December 1, 1974, in Chicago, he was the cherished son of the late Larry Laning and Sharon (Gary Cheney) Laning. Robert was a devoted husband to Beth (nee Cejka) Laning, with whom he shared a beautiful marriage of 24 years.
He is lovingly remembered by his...
Jessica L. Nunamaker Murray
September 30, 2026
In Loving Memory ofJessica Nunamaker Murray September 30, 2026
With profound sadness and hearts filled with love, we announce the passing of Jessica Nunamaker Murray, affectionately known as "J," at the age of 48, after a courageous battle with glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer.
Whether you knew her as "J," Jess, Jessie, or Bird, she was a sweet, kind, and loving...
Dave Zobel
September 30, 2026
Dave Zobel found his wings and rode off to heaven on his Harley on September 30, 2026, after a courageous battle against cancer. Surrounded by the love of his family, he leaves behind a legacy of strength, kindness, adventure, and unwavering devotion to those he loved.
Born Bernard David Zobel in Joliet, Illinois, to Bernard and Lucille Zobel, Dave was the...
Amanda Ruth Bisping
September 29, 2026
Amanda R. Bisping
Age 47 of Manhattan, IL pass away after a courageous battle. Amanda was born in Joliet, IL to Lloyd and Joyce (nee Lenich) Bisping.
Amanda is survived by her beloved son Beau Patrick Bisping; her significant other and love of her life Patrick O’Brien; her loving parents Lloyd (Brandi) Bisping and Joyce (Kevin) Daly; her cherished siblings Jeffrey Bisping,...
Gary Lee Boston
September 28, 2026
Gary Lee Boston of New Lenox, Illinois passed away peacefully on 9/28/2026 at the age of 81. He was born in Chicago, Illinois on October 8, 1944 to David Mitchell Boston and Lillian Boston nee Anderson. He retired from the Midlothian DMV in 2010 and will be remembered by many who received assistance from him there. He loved people and will be...
Willys J McArthur Jr. "Bill"
September 28, 2026
Willys J. McArthur Jr. age 78, of Elwood, IL., passed away on Monday September 28, 2026, at his home. He was born in Chicago, IL. to the late Willys Sr. and Virginia (nee Stahl) McArthur. Bill is survived by his children Jason (Kelly) McArthur, Trisha (DeeJay) Flummerfelt, Lisa McArthur, additional children Barb (John) Quinlan, James (Christine) Kladis, Kristie (Joe) Campbell,...
Christine M. VanGampler
September 27, 2026
Christine Marie (Brophy) VanGampler
Age 46 of Orland Park, IL was called home to heaven unexpectedly on Sunday, September 27th, 2026. Christine was born in Waukegan, IL and was the daughter of the late Bernard and Regina (Mardosa) Brophy.
Beloved wife of Eric VanGampler; loving mother of Tyler Bernard Brophy and Jace Colton VanGampler; daughter in law of Lori and the late...
Robert James Mueller "Bobby"
September 27, 2026
Robert J Mueller 40, of Chicago was born in Evergreen Park, IL. to Bob and Cathy (nee Coglianese) Mueller and passed away September 27, 2026. Bobby was the dear brother of Bill (Holly Hunley) Mueller, Late Kevin (Elyse Nikonchuk) Mueller, fond uncle of Maggie, and Jack, God father of Gianna Vaccaro, honorary God father of Noli and James Sallay, loving...
John Patrick Duggan
September 27, 2026
John Patrick Duggan, age 47, of Frankfort, passed away on Sunday September 27, 2026. He has been reunited with his son Sean Patrick Duggan. Loving father of Abbey Ireland Duggan, Aidan Thomas Duggan and the late Sean Patrick Duggan; cherished son of James and Noreen Duggan, nee Murphy; brother of Brendan Duggan, Declan Duggan and Brian (Kalynn) Duggan; uncle of...
Paul J. Walker
September 27, 2026
Paul J. Walker, age 49, of Lansing, formerly of South Holland, passed away peacefully on September 27, 2026 with his loving family at his side. Beloved husband of Eileen Walker, nee Hardesty; loving father of Brody and Haili Walker; devoted son of John R. and Sylvia Walker, nee Trikenskas; brother of Scott Walker and Kristen (Ken) Strunk; friend to many.
Paul...
Richard Campagnolo
September 24, 2026
Richard Campagnolo
Born on September 5, 1941 in Chicago, IL to the late Victor and Anna (nee Rodella) Campagnolo. Richard grew up in Roseland with his two brothers, the late Victor Jr. Campagnolo and Michael Campagnolo, where he graduated from Mendel Catholic High School in 1959.
He is preceded in death by his beloved wife of 60 years, Pamela (nee Ores) Campagnolo....
Diane Marie Pieczynski
September 24, 2026
Diane Marie Pieczynski, nee Krynicki, age 87, of Frankfort, born April 24,1939. Beloved wife, of 64 years, to the late Edward J. Pieczynski; mother of Dennis Pieczynski, Denise (Larry) Bender and Edith (Timothy) Lutz; grandmother of Kyle (Erin) Pieczynski, Major Steven (Kelsey) Pieczynski, Captain Timothy (Erica) Lutz and 1st Lieutenant Kirsten Lutz; daughter of the late John F. and Agnes...
Betty J. Riemer
September 23, 2026
Betty J. Riemer 92, longtime resident of New Lenox, IL was born in Joliet, IL to the late Leonard and Grace (nee Helling) Richie and passed away September 23, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Donald Riemer. Loving mother of Michael Riemer, Donna Riemer, and Terry (Elizabeth) Riemer; proud grandma of Michael Riemer Jr., Shannon (Shannon) Santiago, Breann (Scott) Conroy,...
Thomas L. Engelmann
September 22, 2026
Tom, 77, Marine Veteran, was the kind of person who never met a stranger. He had a way of talking to people that made you feel like you had known him forever. He loved being around people, and whether he was out in the Frankfort community, on the golf course, or simply running an errand, he was likely to come...
Lawrence T. Wesensten
September 22, 2026
Lawrence Thomas Wesensten
Age 74 of Lockport, IL passed away on Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Larry was born in Chicago, IL to the late Thomas and Madonna (nee Naas) Wesensten.
Beloved husband of Judy (nee Clark) Wesensten; loving father of Brandi Wesensten, Dawn Rich, and the late Sara (late David Perkins) Arias; cherished grandfather of Katrina Wesensten, Aubrey Rich, Alyssa Rich, Alicia...
James Elmer McCarthy
September 22, 2026
James “Jim” Elmer McCarthy age 95. Beloved husband of Sue C. (Pendley) McCarthy. Loving father of James D. McCarthy (Judy) and Christine E (McCarthy) Cramer (Tom). Cherished grandfather of Bradley T. Cramer (Sarah) and Kathryn “Katie” S. Cramer.He is preceded in death by his parents William and Edna (Swanson) McCarthy. Also preceded in death of his nine siblings. Brothers Rodger,...
Brennen Chase Saele
September 19, 2026
Brennen Saele, age 17, of New Lenox, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 19, 2026, at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL. He was born in Oak Lawn, IL, to Michael and Genesis (nee Scapardine ) Saele.
Brennen was the beloved son of Michael and Genesis and the loving brother of Landen Saele. He was the cherished grandson of Marty...
Nicholas J. Weinert
September 18, 2026
Nicholas Joseph Weinert
Age 69, of New Lenox, IL passed away unexpectedly on Friday, September 18, 2026. Nick was born in Great Lakes, IL to Irene (nee Polak) and the late Donald Weinert.
Beloved husband and best friend of Cheryl (nee Wernli) Weinert; loving father of Rebecca Oswald and Mark Weinert (partner Stacey Rokusek); cherished grandfather “Pops” of Grace (Michael Weeks) Oswald...
Gerald F. Piepenbrink
September 18, 2026
Gerald "Jerry" Piepenbrink, age 84, Army Veteran, of Frankfort, passed away September 18, 2026. Beloved husband of Patrice Piepenbrink, nee Paterson; loving father of Jered (Valerie) Piepenbrink and Jeremy (Kayce) Piepenbrink; grandfather of Jack, James, and Blake Piepenbrink; brother of Yvonne Piepenbrink and the late Karen (the late John) Barnaby; friend to many.
Jerry graduated from Lincolnway High School in 1960....
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