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Joseph F. Valvoda Iii
December 5, 2023
Joseph Francis Valvoda III, 80 of Frankfort was born in Chicago to the late Joseph and Estelle Valvoda and passed away December 5, 2023. Joseph is survived by his wife of 59 years Sally (nee Hybl) Valvoda, their 3 children Patricia Valvoda, David Valvoda, and Pamela Rigney; 8 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, niece Cindy and nephews Toby and Tim. Preceded...
Jeanne E. Bronson
December 5, 2023
Jeanne E. Bronson (nee Begy)
Age 64 of New Lenox, IL formerly of South Holland, IL passed away on Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, IL. Jeanne was born in Chicago, IL to the late Edward J. and Pearl J. (nee Hickman) Begy. Beloved wife of the late William H. Bronson Jr; loving mother of Sarah...
Susan Ann Marie Pomorski Lindsay
December 3, 2023
Susan Pomorski Lindsay, age 57, passed away suddenly on Sunday, December 3rd, 2023 at her home in Manhattan.
Susan is survived by her beloved children, Hailey Lindsay, Rachel (Olaf Hemdal) Lindsay, and Shaun Lindsay; her parents, Conrad and Bonnie Pomorski; and her sisters, Michelle Ciszewski and Nancy Pomorski Patrizi.
She is preceded in death by her brother Michael Pomorski.
Susan will be remembered...
Milton C. Batson
December 3, 2023
Milton (“Milt”) Carl Batson (1937–2023)
Milt was a wonderful and loving husband, father, and grandfather who was passionate about supporting his family and the people in his community. Milton Batson, 86, of Frankfort, Illinois, passed away Sunday, December 3, 2023.
Milt was born in Frankfort, Illinois in 1937 to Elmer and Viola (Scheer) Batson, who raised him and his sister Marian (Batson)...
Randy C. Zych
December 1, 2023
RANDY C. ZYCH
Age 79, of Frankfort, passed away on Friday, December 1st, 2023 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet.
Randy is survived by his loving family, wife, Maureen Zych (McCann), daughters, Tammi (Alan) Matan, Tracey (Dana) Olson, Kelly (Mark) Hein, grandchildren, Taylor (Wayne) Winkler, Nickolas Olson, Lauren Matan, Ashley Hein, Michael Olson, Jaime Hein, Jessica Hein, great grandchildren, Adilynn Winkler, Cooper...
Michael A. Podgorny Sr.
November 30, 2023
MICHAEL A. PODGORNY SR.
Age 69, of Mokena, passed away on Thursday, November 30th, 2023.
Michael is survived by his loving family, wife, Alicia Podgorny (Rodriguez), mother, Gloria Podgorny (Panozzo), sons, Robert (Rachel) Andre, Michael (Kelly) Podgorny Jr., sister, Susan (Edwin) Bear, grandchildren, Giovanni Podgorny, Claire Andre, Frankie Andre, Evelyn Andre, Zachary Andre. He was also a proud and beloved cousin and...
Lily Joy Data
November 29, 2023
LILY JOY DATA
(KNASIAK)
Age 69, of New Albin IA, passed away on Wednesday, November 29th, 2023 in New Lenox.
Lily is survived by her loving family, children, Michael Joy, Anne (Michael) Joy Pesavento, siblings, Pat (Frank) Komperda, Laura (Andrew) Wasielewski, Steve (Cheryl) Knasiak, Michael (Lori) Knasiak, grandson, Sam Pesavento and numerous nieces and nephews.
Lily was preceded in death by her parents, William...
Irene Cohn
November 29, 2023
Irene Cohn
Age 96, of Tinley Park, IL passed away Tuesday, November 29, 2023, at The Cottages of New Lenox. Irene was born in Chicago, IL to the late Harry and Helen (nee Herzberg) Goldstein. Beloved wife of the late David Cohn; loving mother of Darcy (Robert) Mason and the late Laurene Sierles; cherished grandmother of Hannah (Gary) Alterson, Joshua (Nicte)...
Ruth Ann Shaver
November 29, 2023
Ruth Ann Shaver (nee Rosemann) 77, of Frankfort was born in Chicago to the late Erhardt and Estelle Rosemann and passed away November 29, 2023. Loving mother of Kimberly Kleinwachter; cherished grandmother of Bowan (Krystyna Red), Liviya, and Mila Kleinwachter; dear sister of Theodore Rosemann and Nancy Bruno; fond aunt of Brooke (Nicholas), Keith, Cheryl (Adam), and Ashley; great aunt...
Lauren Anne Santana
November 26, 2023
Lauren Anne Santana
Our sweet, courageous girl passed peacefully at the age of 17 on Sunday, November 26, 2023 after a year-long battle with cancer. Lauren was born on November 2, 2006 to Julie (nee Hayes) and Luis Santana, and she was raised in Homer Glen, IL.
Lauren was a gift to her family and all who knew her. She approached life...
Craig S. Schwarz
November 24, 2023
Craig S. Schwarz
The world lost an extraordinary man when, at the age of 74, Craig S. Schwarz of New Lenox, IL passed away unexpectedly but peacefully at his home in the late hours of Thanksgiving night. Gratefully, both the holiday and the day prior were wonderful days spent with his favorite people. At Thanksgiving dinner, the family had raised their...
Walter J. Pasternak
November 24, 2023
Walter "Wally" Joseph Pasternak
74, of New Lenox, formerly of Chicago, passed away surrounded by his loving family at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL. Cherished and eldest son of the late Joseph M. and the late Wanda C. Pasternak (Klimacz). Treasured and beloved brother of Joe (Janie) Pasternak, Judy (Dan) Maruszak, the late Denny Pasternak, and Marian (Jim) Biesadecki. Loved uncle...
Timothy "Tim" Joseph O'Sullivan
November 23, 2023
Timothy Joseph O’Sullivan “Tim” was born on October 4, 1947 to the late Timothy and Antoinette O’Sullivan. He departed this life on Thursday, November 23, 2023.
Caring husband to Carla O’Sullivan (Capadona) and stepfather to Andrew Rizzuto and the late Paul Rizzuto.
Dearest father to his children with Penny Maragia (Schilling): Timothy (Kristine) O’Sullivan, Sheri (Chris) Gad, and James (Priscilla) O’Sullivan.
Devoted grandfather...
Joan H. Navarrete
November 23, 2023
JOAN H. NAVARRETE
(HAASE)
Age 93, of Manteno, passed away on Thursday, November 23rd, 2023 at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee.
Joan is survived by her loving family, children, Dawn Veverka, Gerry (Terri) Navarrete, Heidi Klein, brother, Clarence (Bernadette) Haase, grandchildren, Christopher Navarrete, Janet Navarrete, Constance (David) Messing, David (Missy) Navarrete, Jonathan Veverka, Jessica Navarrete, Lauren Navarrete, Eric Klein, Alex Klein, great grandchildren,...
Patrick J Rafferty Sr.
November 22, 2023
Patrick J. Rafferty, 59, of the Tinley/Orland Park area was born in Chicago to the late Thomas and Bridget Rafferty, and passed away November 22, 2023. Beloved and devoted husband of Dreama Rafferty (nee Irby); loving father of Sarah, Patrick Jr., and Katie Rafferty; PROUD papa of Landon and Zoey; dear brother of Joann (Dave) Reed, Tom (Kathy) Rafferty, Billy...
Laurie M Scaccia
November 22, 2023
Laurene “Laurie” Marie Scaccia, age 69, passed away on Wednesday, November 22, 2023, with her loving family by her side. She was blessed with a well-deserved peaceful passing, after courageously battling several illnesses for many years.
Laurie is survived by her beloved husband, James Scaccia; daughters Stacy (Nick) Rutovic and Julie (Jake) Usalis; and stepchildren Jeff (Sybil) Scaccia, Nicole (George) Durko,...
Charlotte R. Lehr
November 20, 2023
CHARLOTTE R. LEHR
Age 81, of Frankfort, passed away on Monday, November 20th, 2023 at her home in Frankfort.
Charlotte is survived by her loving family, daughters, Leann (Todd) Paarlberg, Kelly (Matt) Mullennix, sister, Joann Blouin, grandchildren, Matthew Mullennix, Annabelle (Nick) Abbate, Ashley (Daniel) Schliffka, Courtney (fiancé Michael Marotta) Paarlberg, great grandchildren, Luke Schliffka, Zoe Schliffka, Jude Schliffka, numerous nieces, nephews and...
Stephen Milton Matokar
November 20, 2023
Stephen Milton Matokar 84, of Frankfort Illinois was born in Chicago to the late Stephen and Ann Matokar and passed away on November 20, 2023. Beloved husband of Gloria (nee Andretich) Matokar; loving father of the late Carrie Matokar, Laura (Rodney) Stiegman; proud papa of Matthew, Sarah, and Michael Stiegman. Stephen was a Vietnam War Veteran who served his country...
Mario S. Ricchio
November 16, 2023
MARIO S. RICCHIO
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our cherished Mario Ricchio of New lenox on Thursday, November 16, 2023.
Mario is survived by his loving family, children, Lisa Ricchio, Anna Ricchio, Pasquale (Sarah) Ricchio, siblings, Francisco (Maria) Ricchio, Pietro (Amalia) Ricchio, proud Nonno of ten (10) grandchildren, Louie, Oscar, Valentina, Anthony, James, Jewel, Silvana, Winston, Arlo, and Luciano.
Mario...
Donald L. Benkendorf
November 15, 2023
Donald L. Benkendorf Sr.
Age 86, of New Lenox, IL passed away at home on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Don was born in Chicago, IL to the late Marvin and Cecile (nee Houde) Benkendorf. Beloved husband of Wanda (nee Carney) Benkendorf; loving father of Donald (Cathleen) Benkendorf Jr. and Carin (Tod) Kamleiter; cherished grandfather of Andrew...
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