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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

David M. Zielke

David M. Zielke

Mar 14, 2024

DAVID M. ZIELKE

 

Age 75, of Orland Park passed away Thursday, March 14th, 2024.                   

 

David is survived by his loving family, wife of 51 years Cathy Zielke (Weiher), children, Nick (Susie) Zielke, Natalie (Ryan) Nicely, grandchildren, Ava Zielke, Kurt Zielke, Avery Nicely and Harper Nicely.   

 

David was preceded in death by his parents,...

Claudia Jean Kasper

Claudia Jean Kasper

Mar 14, 2024

Claudia Jean Kasper, age 72, passed away peacefully on Thursday, March 14, 2024.

She is survived by her beloved husband, Richard Kasper; siblings, Kim Tenney and John Tenney; brother-in-law David Kasper; and numerous nieces, nephews, and friends.

Claudia is preceded in death by her parents, John and Sophia Tenney; and her in-laws, Ann and Anthony Kasper.

Services for Claudia will begin on Wednesday,...

James S. Hargarten II

James S. Hargarten II

Mar 13, 2024

James S. Hargarten II

Age 52 of Chicago and more recently of New Lenox, IL passed away suddenly on Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL.  Jim was born in Chicago, IL to Nancy (nee O’Neal) and the late James S. Hargarten Sr.  He is survived by his mother Nancy, his fiancé Kristina Lewandowski, and her daughter...

Karen Lea Severson

Karen Lea Severson

Mar 12, 2024

Karen Lea Severson,

Age 70, of Frankfort, passed away Tuesday, March 12th, 2024 at her home in Frankfort. Karen is survived by her loving family, siblings, Patty (Jim) Elkow, and Pete Severson, sister-in-law Donna Severson, nieces and nephews, Laura (Jamie) Holmes, Rachel (Andrew) Severson, Christopher (Lauren) Severson, Gus (Anneli) Olofsson, Jon (Lauren) Olofsson, Derek Severson, Steve Elkow, Nathan (Erika) Elkow, Peter...

Margaret "Peggy" Rajca

Margaret "Peggy" Rajca

Mar 11, 2024

Margaret “Peggy” Rajca

Age 81, of Tinley Park formerly of South Holland passed away Monday, March 11, 2024 at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL.  Peggy was born in Chicago, IL to the late James P. and Evelyn M. (nee Dineen) Burke.  Beloved wife of the late Robert S. Rajca; loving mother of Carrie (Robert) Silverman, Bill (Leslie) Rajca, and Ronda (Jerry)...

Nathan L. Yurgin

Nathan L. Yurgin

Mar 10, 2024

Nathan Leigh Yurgin went to his heavenly home on Sunday, March 10, 2024. He was a beloved husband, wonderful father, cherished Grampy, and favorite uncle.   He was loved by so many in his 81 years and his passing was unexpected.    

Nathan, who also went by his middle name, Leigh, was born in Chicago, IL to the late Constance...

Betty Jane Kadich

Betty Jane Kadich

Mar 9, 2024

Betty Jane Kadich (nee Young) 92, was born in Chicago on April 1, 1931 to the late Clifford and Agnes Young and passed away March 9, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Vincent M. Kadich; loving mother of Michael (Melissa) Kadich, Kathleen Kadich, Maureen (Fred) Schwer, Laurie (Gene) Borkowski, Kristina (Jim) Thompson and Cyndy (Mark) Huntrods; dearest grandmother of 24;...

Margaret M. "Marge" Migler

Margaret M. "Marge" Migler

Mar 9, 2024

Margaret M. Migler “Marge”, age 81. Late of Mokena, IL., formerly of the East Side. Passed away on March 9, 2024. Beloved wife of Don Migler for 59 years. Loving mother of Don (Danielle) Migler, Margie Malkowski, and Tim (Mary Beth) Migler. Devoted grandmother of Joey, Colin, and Tommy. Dearest sister of Thomas (Kathy) Mangan. Fond aunt of many nieces...

Jacqueline A. Gaskins

Jacqueline A. Gaskins

Mar 9, 2024

Jacqueline A. Gaskins Age 86, a resident of Frankfort, Illinois since 1976, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Saturday, March 9, 2024.  She is preceded in death in 2020 by her beloved husband, Richard Gaskins, who was her high school sweetheart, the love of her life and best friend.  She is survived by her loving daughters Victoria (late...

Howard R. Norberg

Howard R. Norberg

Mar 8, 2024

HOWARD R. NORBERG

Age 92, passed away Friday, March 8th, 2024 at his home in New Lenox.                     

 Howard is survived by his loving family, children, Tim Norberg, Judy Norberg, Tom (Kathy) Norberg, Jill (Ken) Siwinski, grandchildren, Lindsey (Pat) Norberg-Fellers, Lauren Norberg, Marja (Patrick) Cullen, Kyle (Amy) Siwinski, Jake (Ashley) Siwinski, great grandchildren,...

Lyndean L. Brick

Lyndean L. Brick

Mar 7, 2024

Lyndean Brick, seven weeks shy of her 65th birthday, of Frankfort, Illinois, beloved wife, mother, attorney, and nationally-recognized healthcare advocate, died Thursday morning, March 7th, following a long, courageous battle with sarcoma.  

 

She was the founder and CEO of Advis, Inc., a leading healthcare consulting firm active in 42 states. She served as Chair of the Illinois Hospital Licensing Board...

Kelly Ann Jarigese

Kelly Ann Jarigese

Mar 7, 2024

KELLY ANN JARIGESE

 

Age 40, of Frankfort passed away Thursday, March 7th, 2024.                   

 

Kelly is survived by her loving family, children, Aubry Haack, Jayden Jarigese, parents, Michael and Deborah Jarigese, grandmother, Seferina Jarigese, siblings, Brian (Meredith) Jarigese, Rob Jarigese, nephews, Aaron Jarigese, Connor Jarigese and Luke Jarigese.   

 

Kelly was preceded in death by her...

Sharon J. Hill

Sharon J. Hill

Mar 7, 2024

Sharon Janice Hill, 76, of Aurora, IL passed away peacefully with her family by her side on Thursday, March 7, 2024. She was born on June 30, 1947 in Evergreen Park, IL to Robert and Elaine (Tarnroos) Hill. She is survived by her three children, Lisa (Bud) Choate, Todd (Jeanna) Kayer and Paula Kayer; eight grandchildren, Brandon (Vivian) Kayer, Jacob...

Miran W. Albrecht

Miran W. Albrecht

Mar 4, 2024

MIRAN W. ALBRECHT

 

Age 81, passed away peacefully with his wife and daughters at his side, Monday, March 4th, 2024 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet.                   

 

Miran is survived by his loving family, wife, Carol Albrecht (DeMarco), children, Michelle Marie (Dan) Holda, Christine Marie (Mark) Cagwin, son in-law, Robert Mueller Jr., siblings, Geraldine...

Nanette Tantillo

Nanette Tantillo

Mar 4, 2024

Nanette "Nan" Tantillo, age 63 of New Lenox, formerly of Flossmoor, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 4, 2024.  She attended Infant Jesus of Prague church and was a graduate of Marian Catholic High School.  Nan worked as an insurance adjuster for Allstate and Montgomery Wards Insurance, as a cashier for Empress Casino and as a Customer Representative for Comcast.  She...

Susan Lyn Cooper

Susan Lyn Cooper

Mar 3, 2024

Susan Lyn Cooper, age 58, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 3, 2024 at Lightways Hospice in Joliet.

Susan is survived by her beloved husband, Craig Cooper; sons, Dakota (Ashlee) Cooper and Cade Cooper; her mother, Helen Kansfield; siblings, Teri Snyders, Kurt Hultsch, and Kris Hultsch; and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her father, Herbert Hultsch; and...

Dennis R. Michalak

Dennis R. Michalak

Feb 28, 2024

DENNIS R. MICHALAK

 

Age 80, passed away Wednesday, February 28th, 2024 at Lake Forest Memorial Hospital.                   

 

Dennis is survived by his loving family, children, Cheryl (James) Schmidt, Charlene (Anthony) Nelson, Jeffrey Michalak, Katelynn Fischler, grandchildren, Kristin Schmidt, Kara Schmidt, Jodi Schmidt, James Schmidt III, Taylor Nelson, Zachary Nelson, Caden Nelson, Mason Fischler and...

William G. Stilke

William G. Stilke

Feb 27, 2024

William G. Stilke, age 90, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024.  William is survived by his beloved children, Gloria Bush, Judy Sands, Edward (Vickie) McCaffrey, and Gail (Bill) Doepp; grandchildren, George, Daniel, Patrick, Shannon, Morgan, Bailey, Sawyer, Andrew, and Caitlin; great-grandchildren Ava, Isaiah, Zurelda, Tanis, Elrik, Jessica, Jada, Drake, Dakota, Nathan, Collin, Julia, Jacob, and Maximus. 

He is preceded in death by his beloved wife, Marjorie Stilke; his sister, Diane Favero; and his parents Ewald and Hazel Stilke. 

William...

June M. Congdon

June M. Congdon

Feb 26, 2024

June M. Congdon, age 97, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 26, 2024 at Clarendale of Mokena. 

She is preceded in death by her husband Warren Congdon; her parents James and Bridget Round; and her siblings, Alice (John) Bagwell, James Round, and Dorothy (Steve) Churilla. 

June was the loving sister of Patricia (late Richard) Lencki; sister-in-law of Sally Round; the fond Aunt...

Marianne C. Cooper

Marianne C. Cooper

Feb 26, 2024

Marianne C. Cooper (nee Celia) 45, was born in Chicago, IL to the late Domenico and Carol Celia and passed away February 26, 2024. Beloved wife of James Cooper; loving mother of Nicholas and Alexis Cooper; dear sister of Gina (Mike) Vinci; sister in law to Bill Cooper, Ron (Anneliesse) Cooper, Diane Cooper, and Angie (Stuart) Handelman; fond niece, aunt...

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