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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...
Barb A. Koza
March 1, 2025
BARB A. KOZA (HOJNICKI)
Age 73, of Mokena, passed away Saturday, March 1st, 2025 at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet.
Barb is survived by her loving family, children, Sarah Sullivan, Jenny (Mike Houston) Koza, Emily (Carl) Brandon, former husband, Robert Koza, grandchildren, Katelyn Sullivan, Kamryn Sullivan, siblings, Cynthia Dulek, John Hojnicki and numerous nieces and nephews.
Barb was preceded in death by her...
Irmgard Johanna Knopp
February 27, 2025
Irmgard Johanna (nee Daunicht) Knopp 90, of New Lenox was born in Stettin Germany to the late Werner and Gertrud Daunicht and quietly passed away at home, February 27, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Horst Knopp; loving mother of the late Petra (Jerry) Schield, Tom (the late Karleen) Knopp, and Olaf (Lynn) Knopp; proud Omi of Tanya, Heidi, Vicki,...
Nancy L Potter
February 26, 2025
NANCY L. POTTER (McCOLLUM)
Age 78, of Palso Heights, passed away Wednesday, February 26th, 2025 at Palos Community Hospital.
Nancy is survived by her loving family, son, Matthew (Taylor) Potter, son in-law, Matthew Hohman, sister in-law, Dorothy Miller, grandchildren, Ryan (fiancé Danielle Arntson) Hohman, Aidan Hohman, Charlie Potter and Nathan Potter.
Nancy was preceded in death by her parents, Homer & Dorothy Miller...
Harold E. Lindstrom Jr.
February 26, 2025
Harold “Hal” E. Lindstrom, 95, of Romeoville, Illinois, formerly of South Wilmington, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025, in Romeoville.
Born on December 11, 1929, in Joliet, Illinois, Harold was the son of the late Harold Lindstrom Sr. and Mary Cordaro (Spafford). A 1948 graduate of Lockport High School, he later attended Joliet Junior College under the GI Bill. During...
Wayne Banks Vanderlee
February 25, 2025
Wayne Banks Vanderlee, age 94, a resident of Orland Park formerly of South Holland, passed away on February 25, 2025 at Smith Crossing in Orland Park. Wayne is survived by his loving family: son Keith (Michelle) Vanderlee, grandchildren Alexis, Abigail, and Alexander; daughter Karen Spangler (Vanderlee), grandchildren Ariel (Daniel) Holm (Nichoson), and Edward Stump.
Wayne was preceded in death by his...
Michael (Mike) Cap
February 25, 2025
Michael (Mike) Cap (94) of Frankfort, Illinois, passed away on Tuesday, February 25, 2025, Michael joined the Army in 1947 and fought courageously in the Korean War from 1950 1951 earning the Bronze Star. His other awards include a Purple Heart, Republic of Korea Presidential Unit Citation, Korean Service, and United Nations Korean Service. Mike’s main job in the Army...
Natalie N. Davies
February 24, 2025
Natalie N. Davies (nee Smith)
Age 36 of New Lenox, IL passed away peacefully on Monday, February 24, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Natalie was born in Olympia Fields, IL to Margaret McArdle and the late Dean B. Smith.
Beloved wife of William P. Davies; loving and devoted mother of Lilah and Gwen Davies; dear sister of Samantha (Justin) Stanley and...
John A. Giroux
February 22, 2025
John A. Giroux (91) of Mokena, Illinois, passed away at his home on February 22, 2025, with family by his side. John, was born to Dennis and Hazel Giroux, on February 21, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois. He started working at Kroger while attending Fenger High School in Chicago and continued employment there until being drafted into the Army in September...
Gary H. Bednar
February 22, 2025
Gary Henry Bednar Age 83, formerly of Mokena, IL, passed away peacefully at the age of 83 on February 22, 2025. Gary was born in Milwaukee, WI to the late Henry and Selma (nee Sohlo) Bednar. Beloved husband of 53 years and best friend of the late Diane (nee Elder) Bednar; loving father of the late Kimberlee, Terri (Mike) Ward...
Arthur D. Mandelco
February 21, 2025
Art (Arty) Mandelco, age 72, passed away Friday, February 21, 2025. Born on May 21, 1952, Art grew up in Chicago Heights, IL. A graduate of Bloom High School and Southern Illinois University, he began a sales career in the jewelry industry, residing in Chicago and Frankfort, IL with his family. He served in the Army during the Vietnam War...
Sharon L. Obuchina
February 20, 2025
Sharon L. Obuchina, Age 78, resident of New Lenox, passed away on Thursday, February 20th, 2025. Sharon is survived by her loving family; daughter Bethany (Eric) Liszkiewicz, grandchildren, Daniel (Jacki) Powers, Grace Liszkiewicz, Alex Liszkiewicz, great grandchild, Max; dear sisters Bette (Mike) Wilson, and Kimmy (Mike) Vesely; fond aunt of Shellwyn and Jenny. Sharon was preceded in death by her...
Patricia B. Allen
February 19, 2025
Patricia B. Allen, age 77, passed away Wednesday, February 19, 2025 at Villa Franciscan in Joliet.
Patricia is survived by her children Michael (Rebecca Smith) Allen and Teague Allen; her siblings Tina (David) Pollock, Allyson Carter-Moody (Ron), Pinky (Wayne) Stewart, and Robert Burns; her sister-in-law Nancy Burns; and numerous nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.
She is preceded in death by her beloved...
Audrey Paniak
February 18, 2025
Baba(Audrey F. Paniak) passed away peacefully at home on February 18, 2025 surrounded by loved ones. Born on August 10, 1938, Baba spent 86 wonderful years spreading joy to any and all around her. A comfort to many and a joy to all, most of her time was spent taking care of her family, her friends, and her community. She...
Carmon S. Mest
February 17, 2025
Carmon S. Mest, age 86, of Mokena/ New Lenox, originally of East Moline, IL passed away peacefully in the arms of his Lord and Savior on February 17, 2025,
He received a BS in Education and an MBA from Northern Illinois University where he was a member of Phi Sigma Kappa Fraternity, as well as Beta Gamma Sigma and Sigma Iota...
John Joseph Sullivan Jr.
February 17, 2025
John Joseph Sullivan Jr.
Age 80, of Mokena, IL passed away unexpectedly on Monday, February 17, 2025, at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL.
John was born in Chicago, IL to the late John Sr. and Eleanore (nee Mugge) Sullivan.
Beloved husband of Geraldine (nee Callahan) Sullivan; loving father of Maria (Bob) Lindstrom, the late John J. Sullivan III, and Timothy Sullivan; cherished...
Daniel R. DeLong
February 17, 2025
Daniel R. DeLong Jr.
Age 79, of New Lenox, IL passed away at home surrounded by his loving family on Monday, February 17, 2025.
Dan was born in Indianapolis, IN to the late Daniel Sr. and Blanche (nee Brown) DeLong.
Beloved husband of Kathy (nee Lockhart) DeLong; loving father of Heather Danielle (Tim) Kehoe; cherished grandfather of Matthew Kehoe, Johnathan (Katie) Kehoe, Andrew...
Donald R. Kirkilas
February 17, 2025
Don was born in Chicago, IL to the late Sophie (nee Kasmauskas) and the late Joseph Kirk.
Beloved husband of Geraldine “Geri” (nee Dawczak) Kirkilas; loving father of Carol (Jerome) Smurawski, David Kirkilas, and Gary (Josephine Pulido) Kirkilas; cherished grandfather of Vanessa Smurawski, Andrew (Megan Hammann) Smurawski, Kyle Kirkilas, Kaitlin Kirkilas, Trevor Kirkilas, and Hailey Kirkilas; proud great grandfather of Maci,...
Carolyn K. Klotz
February 15, 2025
Carolyn K. KLOTZ
Age 83, longtime resident of Mokena and recently of Orland Park, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday , February 15th, 2025 with her family by her side.
Carolyn is survived by her loving family. She married Donald Klotz on May 6, 1961 and together they raised four wonderful, loving children; Cathleen (Randall) Knittle, Christine (David) Hiler, Kevin (Nicole)...
Arthur Dale Twietmeyer
February 14, 2025
Arthur Dale Twietmeyer, age 84, of Carillon Lakes, Crest Hill, with heavy hearts, we announce his passing on Feb. 14, 2025. Dale is survived by his wife of 62 years, Susan (nee Blischke) Twietmeyer; children: Stephen (Carrie), Elizabeth (Mark) McCully and Charles (Christina) grandchildren: Jordan, Dylan, Casey and Noah, three sisters and sister-in-law: Yvonne (Donald) Blume, Faith (Mark) Wetzel, Lori...
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