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Daniel Mcguire
July 26, 2023
Daniel McGuire, age 69, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 at his home in New Lenox.
Daniel is survived by his beloved wife Susan (nee Smego) McGuire; children, Erin (Eli Cadenhead) McGuire, and Patrick (Cindy) McGuire; sister Karen McGuire; grandson, Connor; brother-in-law, Alan Arnstrom; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in death by his parents, Dan and Margaret...
Frank S. Groboski
July 25, 2023
Frank S. “Skip” Groboski
Age 76, of New Lenox, passed away Tuesday, July 25, 2023, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL. Skip was born in Chicago, IL to the late Frank and Frances (nee Skorski) Groboski. Beloved husband of Katherine “Kathy” (nee Wachholz); loving father of Scott (Joelle) Groboski; cherished grandfather of Nolan Groboski; dear brother of Robert (Debbie) Groboski...
Irene M. Toth
July 24, 2023
IRENE M. TOTH
(DARNAY)
Age 92, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, July 24th, 2023 at her home in Frankfort.
Irene is survived by her loving family, children, Cynthia (James) Stetins, Steven (Amber) Toth, Ken Toth, grandchildren, James Stetins, Matthew Stetins, Nicholas Stetins, Fallon Toth, great grandchildren, Logan and Lula.
Irene was preceded in death by her parents, Andrew & Mary Darnay (Raki), husband, Steve...
Lawrence "Larry" P. Fraser
July 22, 2023
LAWRENCE “LARRY” P. FRASER
Age 78, passed away on Saturday, July 22nd, 2023 at his home in Frankfort.
Larry is survived by his loving family, wife, Ellen Fraser (Hunter), children, Peggy (Matt) Ronza, Sean (Jennifer) Fraser, Keri (Ken) Kolozy, siblings, Linda (Harland) Dzakowic-Stoddard, John (Karen) Fraser, Richard (Sally) Fraser, grandchildren know as the “Magnificent Seven”, Nick Ronza, Quinn Fraser, Andrew Ronza, Jake...
Christine L. Housman
July 21, 2023
Christine L. Housman (nee Beeck), age 73, passed away peacefully at home in New Lenox, with her family by her side.
Christine is survived by her beloved husband Fredrick Housman; children, Jenette (Tommy Sturino) Zisman, Fred Housman; grandchildren, Nathaniel, and Briana; siblings, Carol (Bill) Manson, Bruce (Carol) Beeck, Wayne (Martha) Beeck, David Beeck, Ruth Schaefer; sister-in-law, Karen Beeck; numerous nieces and...
Louis J Claich
July 18, 2023
Louis J. Claich 67, of Schererville IN, was born in Chicago to the late Bert and Delores Claich and passed away peacefully at home with his loving wife Maureen Weybright-Claich, children and family by his side. Loving father of David (Marisol) Claich, Erika (Josh) Gryniewicz, Angela (Kevin Stern) Forsyth, and Aaron (Tracy) Barnhart; cherished grandfather of Justin Forsyth, the late...
Robert J. Brown
July 17, 2023
Robert J. Brown, age 80, passed away suddenly, on Monday, July 17, 2023 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.
Robert is survived by his wife Donna (nee White) Brown; children, Mike (Michelle) Kerschbaum, Jennifer (Brent) Kremnitzer, David (Kerrie) Brown, Steve (Courtney) Brown; his seven beloved grandchildren; his two great-grandchildren; his seven siblings; and numerous nieces and nephews.
He is preceded in...
Barbara J. Hansen
July 15, 2023
BARBARA J. HANSEN
Age 88, passed away on Saturday, July 15th, 2023 at Sunny Hill Nursing Home in Joliet.
Barbara is survived by her loving family, niece, Mary (Gerald) Malok, nephew, Ralph (Jackie) Vitiritti, great nieces, Haley Malok, Venessa (Dan) Hardy, great great niece and nephews, Elliot Hardy, Jasper Hardy, Oliver Hardy and Vivienne Hardy.
Barbara was preceded in death by her parents,...
Daniel Kovach
July 14, 2023
DANIEL KOVACH
Age 69 of Frankfort, passed away on Friday, July 14th, 2023 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.
Daniel is survived by his loving family, wife, Wendy Kovach (Jutzi), children, Julie (Jason) Matthews, Kim (Jim) Novak, Mike (Alicia) Kovach, siblings, David (Betty) Kovach, Diane (Larry) Tuman, Donald (Patti) Kovach, Fred Kovach, Debbi (Michael Dolan) Kovach, sister in-law, Claudia Kovach, grandchildren,...
D. Jean Taaffe
July 13, 2023
D. JEAN TAAFFE
(DOHERTY)
Age 93 of Crown Point IN, formerly of Frankfort IL, passed away on Thursday, July 13th, 2023 at Park Place of St. John IN.
Jean is survived by her loving family, children, Terri (Bill) Mirenic, Bill (Kim) Taaffe, Janice (Tim) Kirk, Barb (Conrad) Sobol, Marilyn (Michael) Paez, siblings, Alice Rooney, Dan Doherty, Tim (Barb) Doherty, Eileen Doherty, 17 grandchildren,...
Henry "Hank" Callahan
July 12, 2023
Henry M. Callahan, age 86, passed away on Wednesday, July 12, 2023 at his home in New Lenox.
Henry is survived by his beloved wife Gloria (nee Vaisvil) Callahan; children, Tamara Lingo, Kevin (Joyce) Callahan, Brian (Lisa) Callahan, and Michael (Teri) Callahan; grandchildren, Gabrielle (Andrew) Snyder, Baylee Callahan, Felisha Melendez, and Danielle Callahan; great-grandchildren, Aubry Milewski and Andrew Snyder; sister Margaret...
Marilyn A. West-Sorrentino
July 11, 2023
MARILYN A. WEST-SORRENTINO
(FRISCHMANN)
Age 91, passed away on Tuesday, July 11th, 2023 at her home at Smith Crossing in Orland Park, IL.
Marilyn is survived by her loving family, husband, Anthony V. Sorrentino, children, Shari (Mark) Roach, David (Barbara) West, Paul (Mary Lou Luif) West, Donald J. (Michelle) West, brother, Joseph (Kimberly) Frischmann, grandchildren, Jacob Roach, Peter Roach, GraceAnne Roach, Eric Roach,...
Beverley J. Holland
July 7, 2023
BEVERLEY J. HOLLAND
(EVANS)
Age 97, of New Lenox, formerly of Joliet, passed away on Friday, July 7th, 2023 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet.
Beverley is survived by her loving family, daughters, Terrie (Harry) Bohn, Gail Edgar, grandchildren, Jeff (Julie) Edgar, Janelle (Chris) Brewer, Amy (Scott Soprych) Bohn, Scott (Amy Larke) Bohn, great grandchildren, Marc (Erin) Edgar, Christopher Edgar, Hanna (Josh) Cercone,...
Judith A. Valentino
July 5, 2023
Judith A. Valentino (nee Marinko)
Age 76, a New Lenox resident of over 46 years, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, at Palos Community Hospital, Palos Heights, IL. Judy was born in Phillips, WI to the late Edward and Emily (nee Fasko) Marinko. Beloved wife of Joseph V. Valentino; loving mother of Carole (Tim Doran) Hyatt, Edward (Holly) Valentino,...
Arthur C. Martello
July 4, 2023
Arthur C. Martello, age 93, passed away peacefully on July 4, 2023, with his family by his side at Marley Oaks Assisted Living Center in Mokena.
Arthur is survived by his beloved wife, Rose (nee Reno) Martello; children, Thomas (Diane) Martello, Arthur (Gail) Martello, Charles (Dorene) Martello, and Suzanne (Tony) D’Ortenzio; grandchildren, Philip (Jackie) Martello, Matthew (Valerie) Martello, Natalie Martello, Celeste...
Geraldine M. Lazarz
June 30, 2023
GERALDINE M. LAZARZ
(BIENIEK)
Age 85, of Frankfort, formerly of Lago Vista in Lockport, passed away on Friday, June 30th, 2023 at her home in Frankfort.
Geraldine is survived by her loving family, husband, Donald Lazarz, children, late son, Frank Lazarz, Susan (Jim) Cieslik, Mark A. Lazarz, brother, Richard (Gerry) Bieniek, daughter in-law, Margaret (Pat) Haugen, grandchildren, Jennifer (fiancée Jon Husby) Lazarz, Donald...
Derald "Duke" L. Mahy
June 29, 2023
DERALD “DUKE” L. MAHY
Age 88, of New Lenox, passed away on Thursday, June 29th, 2023 at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove.
Duke is survived by his loving family, wife, Audrey Mahy (Litwitz), children, William Mahy, Scott Mahy, Jeffery (April) Mahy, grandchildren, Joseph (Cheyna) Mahy, Zachary (Deima) Mahy, Hayley (Jason) O’Brien, Tyler (Haley Guynes) Mahy, Nicholas Mahy, Ryan Mahy, Jake (Morghan)...
Darrell L. Sanders
June 29, 2023
Darrell L Sanders: A Life Dedicated to Service
It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Chief Darrell L. Sanders, a beloved husband to Jayne, father to Ashley, Brandy, Brent, Jason, and Jeni and dedicated grandfather to all of his beloved grandchildren. Darrell passed away on Thursday, June 29, 2023 at his home in Frankfort, at the age...
Annette C. Ondrejka
June 28, 2023
Annette C. Ondrejka
Age 59 of New Lenox passed away Wednesday, June 28, 2023, surrounded by her loving family at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Chicago, IL.
Annette was born on February 28th, 1964, to Alex H. and the late Marian R. (nee Bartkiewicz) Giertych in South Chicago, IL. She was raised in South Holland, IL, along with her dear siblings: the late Theresa...
Maryann Woehlke
June 27, 2023
Maryann Woehlke, age 92, passed away on Tuesday, June 27, 2023 at Park Point Nursing Home in Morris, IL.
Maryann is survived by her children, Sandra (Patrick) Froehlke, Debra (James) Doolan, Charles (Marlene) Woehlke; grandchildren, James Doolan, Brian Doolan, Kyle Doolan, Melissa Froehlke, William Woehlke, Shawn Woehlke; and her great-grandchildren, Ryan, Casyn.
She is preceded in death by her husband Charles Woehlke,...
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