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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area
Mr. Francis R. Smolich
Feb 6, 2012
Francis R. "Bud" (a.k.a. Deveyoc) Smolich Born October 3, 1942 and passed away peacefully February 6, 2012 after a hard fought battle with cancer at the age of 69. Survived by the love of his life, Cheri nee Anderson, loving children Joy (Ron) Conley and Eric Smolich. He was the proud and devoted "Papo" of Austin and Gage Conley. Also...
Sharlene M. Barker
Feb 5, 2012
SHARLENE M. BARKER (FROEHLICH) Sharlene Barker was born on April 8, 1941 to Dorothy (Kath) and Ernest Froehlich in Friesland, WI. She attended Friesland Grade School for 2 years when the family moved to the homestead in the town of Scott in Cambria. She attended grades 3-8 in a one room school house at Rosedale. She attended Pardeeville High School...
Ms. Anita Wetherbee
Feb 5, 2012
Anita Wetherbee nee Bachmann Age 81, lifelong resident of Lockport, passed away peacefully at home Sunday, February 5, 2012, surrounded by her family. Loving mother of Norm (Beverly) Wetherbee, Stephen (Pam) Wetherbee, Laura Lee Wetherbee, and Stuart Wetherbee; cherished grandmother of Greg (Windy) Formento, Gina (Joe) O'Mara, Matthew Wetherbee, and Katie Wetherbee; and great-grandmother of Nathan, Brady and Chase O'Mara,...
Dolores L Nyquist
Feb 4, 2012
Dolores "Sis" Nyquist nee Worst, age 81 of New Lenox, passed away Saturday, February 4, 2012. Beloved wife of the late Bernard Nyquist, the late Lowell Gouty and the late Jerry Nejedly; loving mother of Nancy Steeves, Lori Appleby, Gary (Loreen) Nejedly, Scott (Amy) Gouty and the late Linda and Loreen; cherished step mother of Sue (Neal) May and Linda...
Ms. Mary Jo Hedges
Feb 3, 2012
Mary Jo Hedges nee Near, age 81 of Mokena, previously of New Lenox, IL., passed away Friday, February 3, 2012. Beloved wife of the late William; loving mother of the late Alan Jon (Dorothy), Chris (Kari), and Sue (Steve) Rogers; cherished grandmother of Regina, Kristin, Benjamin, Ashley, Rebecca, Jane, and Lucy; and great-grandmother of Ryan; dear sister of the late...
Paul J. Scaletta
Jan 30, 2012
Paul J. Scaletta, beloved husband of Penne Gail (nee Bonthron); loving father of Barbara ( Michael) Kearney, Susan Scaletta, Debra Bridges, Paul David (Janaya) Scaletta and John (Kathleen) Scaletta; adored grandfather of Craig and Kimberly Kearney, Alex, Cory and Cassie Narlock, Holly and Valarie Scaletta and Ryan and Emily Scaletta; dear brother of Madeline (the late Harion) Barron. Visitation Thursday...
Leland B. Alderson
Jan 29, 2012
Leland B. Alderson, age 98, of Frankfort, formerly of Glenwood and Kinmundy, passed away Sunday, January29, 2012. Army Veteran of World War II. Beloved husband for 66 years of Fermy, loving father of Thomas (Joyce). Proud grandfather of Courtney Lozen (Nicholas), Ryan, and Katherine. Dear son of the late Clarence and Olga. Loving brother of the late Roland (late Mary...
Hugh J. Tinman
Jan 25, 2012
Hugh Jon Tinman Jr. Age 58, of New Lenox, passed away in his home on January 25, 2012. Hugh is survived by his wife, Carol Tinman (Grady); his four children, Tracy (Justin) Konrath, Caryn Tinman (Gerritt Vanderbilt), Amy Tinman (Joe Snow), and Jon Tinman; mother, Ardith Tinman (Wilson); sister, Tuni (Jack) Miller; brothers, Alan (Marcia) Tinman, and Brian Tinman; Granddaughter,...
Paula J. "Yaya" Brandon
Jan 24, 2012
PAULA "YAYA" J. BRANDON (WRONA) Age 52, of Joliet, passed away Tuesday, January 24th, 2012 at her home in Joliet. Paula is survived by her loving family, husband, William Brandon, father, Joseph Wrona, children, Kathleen (Robert) Ward, Kyle Corzan, Keenan Corzan, step-children, Stacy Brandon, Casey Brandon, siblings, Joseph Wrona, Barbara Caldwell, grandchildren, Morgan Ward, Paige Ward, step-grandchildren David and Charles....
Helen L. Tatro
Jan 24, 2012
Helen L. Tatro (nee Rodgers) Age 85 died peacefully Tuesday January 24, 2012 at her home with family by her side after a year long battle with Lymphoma. Born in Joliet living in New Lenox since 1960, she is survived by her husband of 66 years, Edward J. Tatro, children, Linda (Barry) Pfeifer, and Edward A. (Karen) Tatro, seven Grandchildren,...
Cecelia H. Napier
Jan 24, 2012
Napier Cecelia H. Napier nee Cain, 61, of Frankfort passed away Tuesday, January 24, 2012. Beloved wife of Don Napier; loving mother of Donald Napier, Ronald L. Ullrich Jr., Lisa M. Winkle, and Dawn Turner; cherished grandmother of 12, and great-grandmother of 5; dear sister of 10 siblings. Cecelia was also survived by many loving nieces and nephews. Family will...
George E. Weiland, Jr.
Jan 22, 2012
George E. Weiland Jr, age 84 of Olympia Fields formerly of Orland Park passed away Sunday, January 22, 2012. Loving husband of LaVerne (Nee Noyes); dear father of George (Denise) Weiland III and Gayle (James) Smith; cherished grandchildren Kimberly (Donald) Rogers, George (Sandra) Weiland, Michelle Weiland, Jeremiah Smith, Jake (Ami) Smith and Josh (Melissa) Smith and proud great grandfather of...
Rita B. Vucsko
Jan 21, 2012
Rita B. Vucsko (nee Mortimer), age 72 of New Lenox formerly of Frankfort square and Chicago passed away Saturday, January 21, 2012. She is survived by her loving family; spouse Daniel S. Vucsko Jr.; sons Timothy (Candace), Michael (Sonja), Todd (Terry) and Daniel (Lisa); sister Rosemary Glynn; grandchildren Tania, Troy, Lukas, Austin, Alec, Hailey, Andrew, Nathan and Zachary; great grandchildren...
Charlcie N. Quenzer
Jan 20, 2012
Charlcie N. was born on August 16, 1926 and passed away on Friday, January 20, 2012. Charlcie N. was a resident of New Lenox, Illinois. Funeral Service: Private Private
George Alfred Rinke
Jan 19, 2012
George Alfred Rinke 85, lifelong Mokena Resident. Passed away Thursday, January 19, 2012 at his home surrounded by his loving family. Survived by his loving wife Bernadine (nee Jurvich); sons, Michael (Laura), Thomas (Diann), James (Wendy) and Joseph (Carol); a daughter-in-law Karen Rinke; grandchildren; Katie (Mike) Rojas, Kim Rinke, Lauren Rinke, Kyle Rinke, Zac Rinke, Toby Driscoll, Erin (Missy) Rinke,...
David T. Muransky
Jan 19, 2012
David passed away on Thursday, January 19, 2012. David was a resident of Lockport, Illinois.
Glenn John Ludvigsen
Jan 19, 2012
Glenn J. Ludvigsen, age 63 of Frankfort formerly of the Roseland area passed away Thursday, January 19, 2012. Loving husband of Ellen (nee Hayes); dear father of Julie (Kevin Bose), Carl and Melanie; Cherished son of Eleanor (nee Bowman); proud grandfather of Cian and Coll Bose; beloved son in law of Florence Hayes; fond uncle to many nieces, nephews, great...
Patricia J. Scott
Jan 18, 2012
Patricia J. Scott (nee Irwin), age 63 of Frankfort formerly of Orland Park passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2012. She was a teacher assistant for the Frankfort school district. Loving mother of Casey (Stacy) Scott and Katherine (Ray) Walker; dear sister of Judy (Jack) Sensenich and Penny (Don) Hudek; Cherished aunt of Michael and Jennifer Hudek, Leigh Ann and Jonathan...
John J. O'Connell
Jan 18, 2012
John J. O'Connell, age 83 of Matteson formerly of Oak Forest passed away Wednesday, January 18, 2012. He was a carpenter and a veteran of the U.S. Army serving in Korea. Loving husband of Eileen (nee Roach); dear father of John (Linda), Maureen (late James) Craig, Daniel (Debra) and Timothy; Cherished grandfather of Kyle, Meghan, Hayley, Catherine, Patrick, Caitlin, Kellie...
Lenora Belle Sully
Jan 16, 2012
Lenora Belle Sully (nee Murray) Age 101. Born, September 3, 1910 to John and Ida Murray. Home to God, January 16, 2012 at Salem Nursing Home. Lee is survived by her daughter, Dolores (William) Hicks, a grandson Jeffrey (Rebecca) Hicks and nieces and nephews. Preceded by her husband of 57 years, John Sully (1984) and her nine siblings and their...
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