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Charles B. Dionne
March 18, 2025
Charles B. Dionne
“Chuck”
Age 65 of Elwood passed away at 5:14 am on Tuesday, March 18, 2025, at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL. Chuck was born in Chicago Heights, IL to the late Duane Dionne and the late Geraldine (nee Siebert) (late Ernest) Woolsey.
Loving father of Kellie (Tony) Brooks, Edward (Liz) Dionne, Matthew (fiancée Brittany Perna) Dionne, Colleen (Christian) Castro, and...
Elizabeth M. DeGroot
March 15, 2025
Elizabeth M. DeGroot 97, of New Lenox was born in Brunssum Netherlands to the late Hendrik and Johanna Doensen and passed away March 15, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Klaas DeGroot; loving mother of Johanna (Timothy) Gallagher; proud gramma of William Frederiksen, and the late Thomas Frederiksen; cherished great gramma of Amanda, Amber, Gage, Justin, and Austin; dear sister...
Christine Becker
March 13, 2025
Christine Becker (Nee Stransenback)
December 5, 1945 – March 13, 2025
Christine Becker, 79, left this world on March 13, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Born on December 5, 1945, in Wenona, Illinois—a place that always remained close to her heart—Christine lived a life defined by love, kindness, and devotion to others.
For 56 years, she was the beloved wife of Walter,...
James Robert Lindberg
March 13, 2025
James Robert Lindberg, age 89, passed away on March 13, 2025 at John H. Stoger Jr. Hospital in Chicago.
James is survived by his loving wife of 65 years Barbara Lindberg, Children; James Lindberg, Erin (Daniel) Doyle, Thomas (Michelle) Lindberg, Anne Lindberg, Grandchildren; Steven (Mindy), Jamie (Anthony), Allison, Neil, Stephanie, Nicholas, Liam, Nathan
Jim was a proud husband, father of his 4...
James A. Isbell
March 12, 2025
JAMES A. ISBELL
Age 80, of Frankfort, passed away Wednesday, March 12th, 2025 at Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights.
James is survived by his loving family, son, Raymond (Amy) Isbell, grandchildren, Charley Rose Isbell, Hank Ryan Isbell and sister in-law Patti Johnson.
James was preceded in death by his parents, Artis & Verna Mae Isbell (Shockley), wife, Joyce Isbell (Johnson), brother, Joe...
Stanley J. Macek
March 9, 2025
Stanley J. (Stan) Macek March 6, 1934 – March 9, 2025 devoted husband for 65 years, deceased Barbara C. Macek (Glowacki). Survived by his loving children and fondly known as “Our Dad” by David (Kristi), Dan (Kim) and Connie Wilcosky (Tom); grandfather of ten, Christopher (Michelle), Trevor, Paige, Michael, Cooper, and Rachel Macek; Teage (Dan) Hasselbring, Jacob (Jordan), Bennett and...
Harry J. Donovan
March 8, 2025
HARRY J. DONOVAN
Age 94, passed away Saturday, March 8th, 2025 at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet.
Harry is survived by his loving family, children, Mark Donovan, Carrie (David) Reyna, Shawn (Darlene) Donovan, brother, Thomas (Jeanne) Donovan, 11 grandchildren, 18 great grandchildren, 1 great great grandchild and numerous nieces and nephews.
Harry was preceded in death by his parents, Harry A. & Marie...
Margery Ellis
March 7, 2025
Margery "Marge" Ellis of New Lenox, age 89, passed away on Friday, March 7, 2025, at the Cottages of New Lenox. Margery was born to Dean and Margaret (nee Corson) Roberts and lived the last 67 years in New Lenox with her loving late husband John P. Ellis, children; John W. Ellis (late Donna), James D. Ellis (Theresa), Dale A....
Steven W. Gossett
March 6, 2025
Steven William Gossett
Age 66 of New Lenox passed away after a prolonged illness on Thursday, March 6, 2025. Steven was born in Joliet, IL to Joan (nee Fitzgerald) and the late William D. Gossett.
Beloved son of Joan and the late William; loving father of Christine (Matt Duncan) Fletcher and Tammy Fletcher; cherished grandfather of Emma’Lee Fletcher, Austin Delawder, and Kaylee...
James "Jim" Daniel Novak
March 5, 2025
James “Jim” Daniel Novak, age 58, passed away on March 5, 2025 at his home in Mokena surrounded by loved ones. He is survived by his wife of 32 years, Patricia “Patti” Novak, son, Nathan Novak of Aurora, Co, daughter and fiancé Nicole Novak and Logan Trento of Chicago; mother, Nancy A. Novak, father, (late 2/2025) James (Joan Dolan) Frank...
Peter Richard Przybylowicz
March 5, 2025
Peter R. Przybylowicz 79, of New Lenox was born in Chicago to the late Peter and Valeria (nee Sierecki) Przybylowicz and passed away March 5, 2025. Beloved husband of 48 years to Mary Jo (nee Dorgan) Przybylowicz; loving father of Sherri (Robert) Hennessy, and Paul (Denise) Przybylowicz; proud grandpa of Haley (Trae) McPherson, Brooks (Diane) Pierce, and Gabrielle Rodriguez; great...
Mary Sue Chambers
March 5, 2025
Mary Sue Chambers (nee Riley)
Age 78 of New Lenox passed away on Wednesday, March 5, 2025, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Mary was born in Pikeville, KY to the late Buster and Virginia (nee Sherwood) Riley.
Beloved wife of the late Raymond Chambers; loving mother of Gregory (Linda) Chambers and Valerie (Timothy) Fischer; cherished grandmother of Christopher (Jacqlyn) Fischer,...
James W. Howe
March 5, 2025
James W. Howe 81, of Homer Glen was born in Waynesboro, TN to the late James and Edna (nee Pulley) Howe and passed away March 5, 2025. Beloved husband of 61 years to Judith (nee Frana) Howe; loving father of Kenneth Howe, Michael (Angela) Howe, and Steve (Ericka) Howe; proud papa of Dakota, Niko, Cameron, Monique, the late Nathan, and...
Frank E. Schwark
March 4, 2025
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Frank E. Schwark, age 78, on March 4, 2025, after a courageous battle with cancer. Frank passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his loved ones.
Frank, a Vietnam veteran, was a devoted father and proud grandfather. He loved life, and in his younger years, was the life of the...
John E. Stefans
March 3, 2025
John E. Stefans, age 80, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
John’s greatest joys in life were spent on his boat fishing with family and friends. He also enjoyed helping his community by serving as an alderman for 6 years in the city of Palos Hills, IL. John remained a constant mentor to his family....
Gary Simmons
March 3, 2025
Gary Simmons
Age 67, of Frankfort, IL formerly of New Lenox, IL, and Blue Island, IL, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2025 at his home. Gary was born in Blue Island, IL to the late Donald and Blivian (nee Partin) Simmons.
Beloved husband of Catherine (nee Brach) Simmons; lovingfather of Stephanie (Johnathon) Keith, Ashley (Alan) Baldwin, and Ethan (Haley) Simmons; cherished...
Eleanor K. Payne
March 2, 2025
Eleanor K. Payne, age 85, passed away on Sunday, March 2, 2025 surrounded by her loved ones.
She is survived by her children Dawn (Lawrence) Auld and Joseph McClellan; siblings, Nina West, Eva (Troy) Stidham, Art Peterson and Carl Peterson; Grandchilden Josh (Gabriela) Auld, Nicole Fender, Joseph McClellan and Ashley McClellan; Great-grandchildren Joshua, Lily, Charlie, Ben and Joey; and numerous nieces...
Candace C. Young
March 1, 2025
Candace C. “Candi ” Young (Thoren)
Age 78 of Crest Hill, IL, formerly of Orland Park, IL, passed away peacefully on Saturday, March 1, 2025, at Lightways Hospice, Joliet, IL.
Candi was born in Evergreen Park, IL to the late Earl and Elayne (nee Deerwester) Thoren. Beloved wife of the late Wayne J. Young; loving mother of Kristin (Brian) Barry, Amy (Michael...
Pastor James E. Beard Jr.
March 1, 2025
PASTOR JAMES E. BEARD JR.
Age 83, passed away Saturday, March 1st, 2025 at Cedarhurst of Frankfort.
Jim is survived by his loving family, daughter, Debbie (Kurt) Berg, sister, Barbara (Calvin) Howlett, grandchildren, Breanna (Nicholas) Eno, Kaylin (Jason) Putman, Erika Berg, great grandchildren, Presley Putman and Bentley Putman.
Jim was preceded in death by his parents, James E. & Virginia Beard Sr. (Black)...
James E. Moore
March 1, 2025
James E. Moore 84, of Manhattan was born in Chicago to the late William and Caroline (nee Johnston) Moore and passed away March 1, 2025. Loving father of Bridget Johnson, Stephanie Moore, and Jimmy Moore; proud papa of Jacob McNulty, Colin Moore, Allison Moore, Ashley Moore, Audra Moore, and Avery Moore; special friend and companion of Kathy Wilson. James was...
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