Obituaries

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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Arlette K. Seppi

Arlette K. Seppi

Apr 10, 2023

Arlette K. Seppi, age 82, passed away Monday, April 10, 2023, at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.

Arlette is survived by her beloved husband Lawrence Seppi; son, Andrew (Kathie) Seppi; grandchildren, Nicholas Frattini, Samuel Frattini, Jonathan Frattini, and Brooke Seppi; brother Steven (Ginger) Snyder; brother-in-law, Richard Butler and numerous nieces and nephews.

She is preceded in death by her daughter, Christina...

Robert P. Diersen

Robert P. Diersen

Apr 9, 2023

ROBERT P. DIERSEN

Age 73, of New Lenox, passed away on Sunday, April 9th, 2023 at the Illinois Veteran’s Home in Manteno.

Robert is survived by his loving family, wife, Carol Diersen (Smiley), children, Lisa (Larry) Kociolek, Lauren Diersen, grandchildren, Grayson Kociolek, Landon Kociolek, Sadie Kociolek, John Kristin, Finley Kristin, niece and nephews, Edward Diersen, Zack Tulbert and Jamie Tulbert.

Robert was preceded...

Mary Lou Belinsky

Mary Lou Belinsky

Apr 8, 2023

Mary Lou Belinsky 90, of New Lenox was born in the year 1932 in the city of  Chicago and passed away April 8, 2023. Beloved wife of the Late Walter V. Belinsky; loving mother of Greg (Mary) Belinsky, Marlene (Wayne) Sliwski; dear grandmother of Rebecca (Chris) Bencsik, Kaitlyn Sliwski, and Wayne Sliwski; proud great grandmother of Emersyn and Ellington Bencsik....

Ella M. Mcclenahan

Ella M. Mcclenahan

Apr 7, 2023

Ella Miller McClenahan passed away peacefully at the age of 101 on Good Friday morning, April 7, 2023. Born in Mequon, Illinois, on December 24, 1921, Ella was preceded in death by her husband of 64 years, Frank Clifton McClenahan,Lt. Col. (ret) USAR, who passed away in 2015. Long-time residents of both Frankfort and Park Forest, Illinois, they also maintained...

Trudy E. Jahnke

Trudy E. Jahnke

Apr 5, 2023

TRUDY E. JAHNKE

(MAGNUSON)

Age 78, of New Lenox passed away on Wednesday, April 5th, 2023 at her home in New Lenox.

Trudy is survived by her loving family, children, Bob Jahnke, Ken Jahnke, Lisa (Larry) Parker, Renee Jahnke, former husband, Ronald Jahnke, grandchildren, Alexis Jahnke, Ashley Novak, Dylan Jahnke, Kaylee Jahnke, Hannah Jahnke, Nick Jahnke and great grandchild Myles Gamble.

Trudy was preceded...

Rose Ann Mrozinski

Rose Ann Mrozinski

Apr 5, 2023

Rose Ann Mrozinski 77, of New Lenox,  passed away peacefully at home on April 5, 2023. Rose was born in Stevens Point, WI. and has been a lifelong resident of New Lenox, IL. Rose is survived by her beloved husband of 57 years Anthony Mrozinski; loving mother of Karen (Mike) Donovan, Kathy Mrozinski, Kristin (Christopher) Algmin; proud grandmother of Kyle,...

Joseph A. Gergely

Joseph A. Gergely

Apr 3, 2023

Joseph Gergely, age 83, passed away peacefully on April 3, 2023 at Franciscan Health in Olympia Fields.

He is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Barbara (nee Mahlandt) Gergely; children, Delon (Keith) Schuldt, Joseph (Lynn) Gergely; grandchildren, Joseph Gergely, and Tiffani Gergely; and his twin sister Joyce (Late Jack) Renbrook.

He is preceded in death by his parents, George and...

Wayne W.  Marz

Wayne W. Marz

Apr 1, 2023

Wayne W. Marz, age 81, passed away on April 1, 2023 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.

Wayne is survived by his beloved wife of 59 years, Susan (nee Zander) Marz; children, Steven (Michelle) Marz, Scott Marz, and Kevin (Debbie) Marz; grandchildren, Tim (Marissa) Marz, Tyler (Ashley) Marz, Kayla Marz; great-grandchildren, Dominic Marz and Sam Marz; brother, Denise Marz; and...

Judy D. Staffan

Judy D. Staffan

Mar 28, 2023

It is with deep sorrow and much love that we mourn the passing of Judy D. Staffan, age 76, of Lemont, IL. She passed away peacefully in her home surrounded by her family on March 28th, 2023. Judy is survived by her loving husband Edward of 47 years, her two daughters Chrissy (Kevin) Keith, and Nicole (Paul) Kress, 4 grandchildren...

Linda J Johnson

Linda J Johnson

Mar 28, 2023

Linda Johnson was born into life December 8th, 1945 and went to her forever home March 28th, 2023. Linda is survived by her loving husband of 45 years Marty Johnson, her daughter Maggie Reed and Son-in-law Scott Reed, Grandchildren Savanah, Trace and Talen Reed. Daughter Laura Johnson, Grandchildren; Kristin and Sean Mullins, Ryan DiSilvestro, Scott Georgeson and Kristin Nelson, Nick...

Bob A. Kaufmann

Bob A. Kaufmann

Mar 28, 2023

Bob A. Kaufmann, age 73, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Tuesday, March 28th, 2023 at his home in Olympia Fields.

Bob is survived by his beloved children, Katie (Adam) Zeigler, Jeff (Gina) Kaufmann, Becca (Kevin) Hanink, Scott (Rebecca) Kaufmann, and Anne (Ryan) McCool; his wonderful grandchildren, Kieran, Luke, Liam, Finn, Aiden, Story, Ethan, Wesley, Nora, Ben, Josie, Winnie, Blake,...

Larry S. Bahnaman

Larry S. Bahnaman

Mar 28, 2023

Lawrence S. Bahnaman cherished son of Lawrence and Kathleen nee Cusack, loving

brother of Jack (Michelle), Mary Kay (Rich) Nichols, Uncle of Haley, Jack, Mitchell Bahnaman, Lexi & JT. Nichols. Many aunts, uncles, and cousins.

Born in Chicago, his family moved to Tinley Park [1971] when he was 5 years old. There he established many lasting relationships. An exceptional athlete, he excelled...

Norman E. Klotz Jr.

Norman E. Klotz Jr.

Mar 27, 2023

Norman E. Klotz Jr.

Age 63, of New Lenox, IL, passed away unexpectedly at home on Monday, March 27, 2023. Norm was born in Joliet, IL to Norman Sr. and the late Frances (nee Swinson) Klotz. Beloved son of the late Frances (nee Swinson) and Norman Sr. (Gail) Klotz; loving brother of William (Patricia) Klotz and Jeff Klotz; cherished uncle of...

Kathleen E.  Gordon

Kathleen E. Gordon

Mar 26, 2023

Kathleen E. Gordon (nee Brown)

Age 83, of New Lenox, passed away Sunday, March 26, 2023, at Ascension St. Joseph Medical Center, Joliet, Illinois, after a brief illness.

Kathy was born in Joliet, Illinois, to the late Kenneth and Edna (nee Bettenhausen) Brown. She graduated from Joliet Central High School and later attended Joliet Junior College.

Kathy is survived by her beloved husband...

Bessie D. Stepek

Bessie D. Stepek

Mar 26, 2023

Bessie Darlene Stepek (nee Brkal) (also affectionately known as Granny and Granny B)

Age 102, of New Lenox, IL passed away on Sunday, March 26, 2023, at her home. Bess was born in Chicago, IL to the late Samuel and Anna (nee Melicharek) Brkal. Beloved wife of the late Charles H. Stepek Jr; loving mother of the late Valerie (Larry) Jontz,...

Edward E. Peterson

Edward E. Peterson

Mar 25, 2023

Edward E. Peterson

Age 55, of Lockport, passed away on Saturday, March 25, 2023, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Ed was born in Ames, IA to Marylou Poska (Vincent) and Ronald Peterson. Beloved husband of Cari Peterson (Potter); loving father of Chantel Howell, Mica Ward, and Mia Peterson; loved son of Ronald (Karen) Peterson and Marylou Poska; dear brother...

Gerald  "Jerry" D. Giorgi

Gerald "Jerry" D. Giorgi

Mar 24, 2023

Gerald (Jerry) Giorgi, 78, of Frankfort, IL passed away peacefully on March 24th surrounded by his family. Jerry was born on March 17, 1945; St. Patrick's Day, a day he was so proud of and celebrated one last time a week before his death. He was born in Oak Park, IL son of the late Harry and Emily Giorgi; husband...

Stella M. Polcyn

Stella M. Polcyn

Mar 23, 2023

STELLA M. POLCYN

(BOCHNIAK)

Age 90, of Beaver Dam WI, passed away Thursday, March 23rd, 2023 at her home.

Stella is survived by her loving family, children, Gregory (JoJo) Polcyn, Robert (Brenda) Polcyn, Donna (John) Lucin, Richard (Tracy) Polcyn, brother, John (Barbara) Bochniak, grandchildren, Brad Polcyn, Tim Polcyn, Jamie Lucin, Jessi Lucin, Steven Polcyn, Grace Polcyn, great grandchildren, Dexter Polcyn and Chelsea Polcyn.

Stella...

Wanda C Habenicht

Wanda C Habenicht

Mar 22, 2023

Mrs. Wanda Corrine Habenicht (Earner), daughter of the late William and Vada Earner (Bush),

was born on November 19, 1940, in Blue Island, Illinois. She attended St. Benedict Catholic

School and Eisenhower High School in Blue Island, Illinois. During High School was a valued

Shooting Guard for the Girls’ Varsity Basketball Team. After High School, Wanda worked as a

Nurses’ Aide at Little Company...

Lucinda M. Stipan

Lucinda M. Stipan

Mar 21, 2023

Lucinda "Cindy" Stipan (Keefe)

born June 30, 1943, died March 21, 2023

Beloved wife of Hugh Stipan. Loving mother of Naomi (Dan) Thompson, Jennifer (Paul) Bucciarelli, Emily Stipan, and Amy Baez. Grandmother of Grace Thompson, Megan Kuchta, Lydia (Evan) Thompson-Harvey, Aràs Kuchta, Maxine (Jesse) Delesco, Charlie Delabrue, and Lily Bucciarelli. Great Grandmother to Colt Alan, Sawyer Thompson, Bàlor Hill-Kuchta, Seraphina Hill-Kuchta, and...