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Michael Kobar
September 3, 2023
Michael L Kobar, age 78, passed away suddenly on Sunday September 3, 2023 at Edward Hines Jr Veterans Hospital.
Michael now joins his beloved wife, Rosemary (Dempsey) who passed away last November.
He is survived by their two daughters, Dawn Conroy, and Amy (Kevin) Bogac; grandchildren, Mitchell Cianci, Justin (Maylyn) Misiora, Madeline Conroy, Owen Howell, Thomas Conroy, Adam (Maria) Bogac; and his...
Patricia L. Ryscamp
September 3, 2023
Patricia (Pat) Louise Ryscamp, 83, passed away Sunday, September 3, 2023, at her home in Jacksonville, FL, with her loving family by her side and is now in heaven with her Lord and surrounded by loving family and friends that went before her.
Pat loved her family and friends deeply and brought them together whenever she could for laughter and conversation,...
Sharon G Hunt
September 1, 2023
Sharon G. Hunt (neeKilburg) 71, of Frankfort was born in Shreveport LA, to the late William and Helen Kilburg and passed away September 1, 2023. Beloved wife of the late James T. Hunt; loving mother and “merm” of the late Kristie Lynn McKinney and James Brian (Erin) Hunt; proud grandmother of Steven McKinney, Thomas McKinney, Justin McKinney, Katelyn McKinney, Caleb...
Johnnie Ray Forbus
August 31, 2023
Johnnie Ray Forbus, 69, passed away on August 31, 2023. He is survived by his two children, Kelly Grace and John Ross. He was a beloved grandfather, an adored brother, and a cherished friend. His bright smile and cheerful laugh will be missed by all his family and friends.
Lois L. Blume
August 30, 2023
Lois L. Blume, 79, of Matteson, passed away suddenly Aug. 30, 2023. Lois was the dear sister of Richard (Carol Ann) Blume of Beecher and the late Loretta (Larry) Piunti of, IN. Aunt of Nancy Blume and Randy (Kim) Blume and Great-Aunt of Ethan and Chase Blume. Cousin and friend of many. Lois was preceded in death by her parents...
Thomas Edward Cousins
August 28, 2023
Thomas Edward Cousins, age 57, passed away at his home in New Lenox on Monday, August 28, 2023.
Thomas is survived by his beloved wife, Dawn (née Montgomery) Cousins; children, Samantha (Nick) Dybas, Kylie (Adam) Kraft, and Natalie Cousins; father, Thomas James Cousins; siblings, Mike Cousins, Steve (Kristin) Cousins, Ken (Dana) Cousins, and Teresa (Keith) Sinks; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He...
Richard N. Schaefer
August 27, 2023
Richard N. Schaefer
Age 82 of New Lenox, IL passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, August 27, 2023. Richard was born in Chicago, IL to the late Nicholas and Mildred (nee Bater) Schaefer. Husband of the late Dolores (nee Churas); loving father of Debbie (Richard) Frazier and Mike (Tricia) Schaefer; cherished grandfather of Emily and Seth Schaefer; dear brother...
June Ellen Miller
August 26, 2023
June Ellen Miller, who left farm life to become a nurse and mother of five, died Saturday, Aug. 26, 2023, at her assisted-living home in Lake in the Hills, Ill. She was 93.
Born May 24, 1930, to Harold and Hazel Morse, June grew up outside Dwight, Ill., on a farm where her father raised dairy cows and grew corn and...
Harold Schumacher
August 26, 2023
Harold Schumacher
Age 55, of New Lenox passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, August 26, 2023, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox. Harold was born in Evergreen Park, IL to the late Harold and Terry (nee Devita) Schumacher. Beloved husband of Dawnn (nee Bouchard) Schumacher; loving father of Nicholas (Hannah) Schumacher and Tyler Schumacher; proud, soon to be grandfather, of granddaughter Drew...
Kathleen L. Villette
August 25, 2023
Kathleen “Kathy” Louise Villette, 78, passed away on August 25th, 2023. Kathy was born on January 6th, 1945, to Mary Lou (Dolliff) and Leland (Jack) McGrew.
She graduated from Austin High School in 1963 and Rockford College in 1967. She taught Kindergarten at Roosevelt and Kennedy Elementary in Minnesota from 1967-1976. After being a stay-at-home mom, she became the librarian for...
Pearl G. Bihl
August 25, 2023
PEARL G. BIHL
Age 85, formerly of Harvey and South Holland, passed away on Friday, August 25th, 2023 at the Cottages of New Lenox.
Pearl is survived by her loving family, children, Laura (Robert) Pomes, Debra (Michael) Krygier, Robert (Pamela) Thompson Jr., grandchildren, Joshua, Alysa, Dana, Dillon, Casey, Carly, Elana and Luke.
Pearl was preceded in death by her parents, John & Rose...
John F. Rocco
August 24, 2023
JOHN F. ROCCO
Age 74, passed away on Thursday, August 24th, 2023 at his home in Mokena.
John is survived by his loving family, wife, Barbara Rocco (Martello), siblings, Lenore Rocco, Marianne Gentile, Patricia Buckley, sister in-law, Diane (John) Konrath and numerous nieces and nephews.
John was preceded in death by his parents, Fiore & Alice Rocco (Hathaway), brother, Sam (Marie) Rocco, brother...
Methodius "Mick" Pavnica Jr.
August 22, 2023
Methodius R. Pavnica Jr. 72, of Frankfort Illinois was born in Joliet to the late Methodius Sr. and Theresa Pavnica, and passed away on August 22, 2023. Beloved fiancé of Darcie Harnett; loving father of Christopher (Kristen) Pavnica, Andrew and Stephen Pavnica, and Nathan and Caden Harnett; proud "grandpa darcie" of Jacob Pavnica; dear brother of Nancy (late Wayne) Deross,...
Katelyn D. Schmidt (Alexa)
August 21, 2023
Katelyn Diane Schmidt (36) of Austin, TX formerly of Frankfort, IL went to our Lord and Savior unexpectedly August 21, 2023. Katie is survived by her wife Melissa Wells and her stepson Makay Wells. She will be deeply missed by her loving parents Peggy (Shinnick) and Ken Alexa, her brothers Kenny and Connor and sister Maggie.
She is survived by her...
William P. Chen
August 19, 2023
William P. Chen, age 37, passed away on Saturday, August 19, 2023 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet.
William is survived by his beloved parents Paul and Kimberly (née Giblin) Chen, Son Archer, fiancé Kristy Ledvina, and stepdaughter Alexis Aguirre; sister Lyndsey (Adam) Thompson; niece Alexis Thompson; and Gavin Thompson; his paternal grandparents; and numerous Aunts and Uncles.
He is preceded in...
Caryl A. Lemke
August 18, 2023
Caryl A. Lemke, age 86, passed away on Friday, August 18, 2023 at JourneyCare Hospice in Barrington.
Caryl is survived by her beloved husband, Bud Lemke; children, Mark (Patti Jo) Lemke, Pamela (Grant) Fuchs, Heather Trost, and Scott (Lauren) Lemke; grandchildren, Karin Lemke, Josslyn McKenna, Kate (Timothy) Reeves, Grant (McKenzie) Fuchs, Kimberly Lemke, Royce (Maura) Fuchs, Bryce Pitcairn, Trey Fuchs, Trent...
Michael E. Athey
August 17, 2023
MICHAEL E. ATHEY
Age 71, of New Lenox, passed away on Thursday, August 17th, 2023 at his home in New Lenox.
Michael is survived by his loving family, wife, Joyce “Dixie” Athey (Mech), children, Michael (Jamie) Athey, Rebecca (Dan) Johnson, grandchildren, Jayden Athey, Ella Athey, Cole Athey, Dylan Johnson, Harper Johnson and Brody Johnson.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Edgar...
Billie Jo Rose
August 17, 2023
Billie Jo Rose (nee Komperda)
Age 40 of New Lenox, IL passed away at home on Wednesday, August 17, 2023, after a courageous battle with breast cancer. Billie Jo was born in Oak Lawn, IL to Frank and Pat (nee Knasiak) Komperda. Beloved wife of Alex Rose; loving mommy of June Jo Rose; dear daughter of Frank and Pat Komperda; cherished...
Jacqueline D Adcock
August 16, 2023
Jacqueline D. Adcock (nee Ligue) 74, of Crest Hill passed away August 16, 2023. She was born in Chicago to the late John and Margaret (Wallis) Ligue. She is survived by her beloved husband of 52 years, Thomas John Adcock. Loving mother to her sons Thomas William Adcock (Sherry) and Brian Adcock (Jennifer). Beloved Nana to her 3 grandkids Madison,...
Lonnie R. Austin
August 16, 2023
LONNIE AUSTIN
Lonnie Ray Austin, 85, passed from this life into heaven on Wednesday, August 16. He is survived by the love of his life Elizabeth (Mylenki) whom he married 64 years ago on August 22, 1959, and his children: daughter Lynda (Sam) Roller, son Paul (Susan Kirk) Austin, daughter Joy (Blair) Vander Vennen, and son Matt (Amy Mathias) Austin, and...
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