Obituaries

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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Donald J. Kelly

Donald J. Kelly

December 14, 2021

Donald James Kelly, age 75, of New Lenox, beloved Husband, Father and Papa, passed away on Tuesday, December 14, 2021 at Silver Cross Hospital. Donald is survived by his loving wife Elizabeth “Betty” Kelly (Traversa); son Daniel (Stephanie) Kelly; daughter Kathleen (Christopher) McClain; daughter Samantha Kelly; grandchildren, Brayden and CJ McClain and Connor Kelly; his brother Richard Kelly; sister Judith...

William F. Mayer Sr.

William F. Mayer Sr.

December 14, 2021

WILLIAM F. MAYER SR. Age 79, passed away on Tuesday, December 14th, 2021 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. William is survived by his loving family, wife, Joan L. Mayer (Buber), children, Sharon (John) Rogers, Jennifer (Chris Jennings) Mayer, William (Sarah) Mayer Jr, brother, Tom (Roberta) Mayer, grandchildren, Daniel Rogers, Holly Rogers and Dolores Rose “Lola” Mayer. William was...

Jennifer Lynn Tesar

Jennifer Lynn Tesar

December 13, 2021

Jennifer Lynn Tesar Age 50, of Tinley Park passed away Monday, December 13th, 2021. Jennifer is survived by her loving family, father, Richard Tesar, brother Jeffrey (Christine) Tesar, nieces and nephews, Allison Tesar, Matthew Tesar, Lucas Tesar, companion Randy Stone Jennifer was preceded in death by her mother Diane Tesar. Jennifer taught at Thornwood High School for 27 years, where...

Carole A. Lattz

Carole A. Lattz

December 13, 2021

Carole A. Lattz (nee Miazga) 79, of New Lenox, passed away Monday, December 13, 2021 at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox. Born in Chicago, IL to the late Matthew and Lillian (nee Mikolaitis) Miazga. Beloved wife of the late Myril Lattz; loving mother of John (Linda) Lattz and Mary (Chris) Reed; cherished grandmother of Dylan and Alyssa Lattz, and Mackenzie...

Zachary D. Johnsen

Zachary D. Johnsen

December 12, 2021

Zachary D. Johnsen 25 of Blue Island, passed away Sunday, December 12, 2021 at the University of Chicago Medical Center. Zach was born in Hazel Crest, IL to Michelle (Michael) Dammer and Michael Johnsen. Loving boyfriend of Chloe Greybill; dear brother of Nicole Johnsen, Ashley Johnsen, and Elizabeth (Joey Powell) Johnsen; loved nephew, cousin, and friend; devoted cat dad of...

John "Captain Jack" C. Stevenson

John "Captain Jack" C. Stevenson

December 12, 2021

JOHN C. STEVENSON “CAPTAIN JACK” Age 77, passed away on Sunday, December 12th, 2021 at Franciscan Health in Dyer IN. Jack is survived by his loving family, children, Gregory Stevenson, Victoria (Michael) Storako, grandchildren, Thomas Stevenson, Casey Stevenson, Bailey Storako, Lucas Storako, great grandchild, Aiden Stevenson, siblings, Paul (Debbie) Stevenson, Mark Stevenson and Jeff Stevenson. Jack was preceded in death...

Sharon  Weber

Sharon Weber

December 11, 2021

Sharon M. Weber, age 81, passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 11, 2021 at home. Sharon is survived by her loving husband of 61 years, William Weber; children, Joseph (Penny) Weber, Stephen (Jenny) Weber, and Martin (Kristi) Weber; her twelve grandchildren; seven great grandchildren; and her sister Anne Knoll. She is preceded in death by her parents John and Katherine...

Mary  Fattore

Mary Fattore

December 8, 2021

Mary passed away with her hand being held at home in her bedroom, where she was most comfortable and loved by her family and friends. Mary is survived by her children Brian (Jennifer) Smith and Kristin (Scott) Hynek and her six grandchildren, Mia, Andrew, Ben, Sam, Aubri, and Alexa, who she loved more than anything in the world. Mary is...

Sally Feutz Hostert

Sally Feutz Hostert

December 8, 2021

Sally Feutz Hostert passed away on December 8, 2021 at the age of 93 surrounded by loved ones who will continue to honor her legacy by living their lives to the fullest. Born and raised in Danville, Illinois, Sally always had aspirations to become a teacher. She attended Eastern Illinois University where she met John Wilson Feutz. World War II...

Patrick J. Dorgan

Patrick J. Dorgan

December 8, 2021

Patrick J. Dorgan 72 of Plainfield, IL passed away Wednesday, December 8, 2021 at Advocate Christ Medical Center, Oak Lawn, IL. Pat was born in Chicago, IL to the late Wilbur C. and Vincenzina (nee Lipuma) Dorgan. Loving father of Joseph Dorgan; dear brother of the late Barbara (late Frank) Ciaccia, Wilbur Jr. (Betty) Dorgan, Raymond (Patricia) Dorgan, and Mary...

Amie Hyman

Amie Hyman

December 6, 2021

Amie Hyman-McPartlin, age 65, of Chicago area, Illinois, passed away on December 6, 2021 after beating the odds of advanced lung cancer for four and a half years with spirit and determination and grace. Amie was predeceased by maternal grandmother Bessie (Buby) Kopp, and parents Milton and Anne Hyman. She is survived by her loving, patient and endlessly giving husband,...

Sandra Lee Gerdy

Sandra Lee Gerdy

December 6, 2021

Sandra Lee Gerdy Peacefully passed away at her home in Smith Crossing on Monday, December 6, 2021. She was born on May 4, 1943, to Fred and Magdelene (Shild) Reggentine. Beloved wife of James Robert Gerdy for 54 years Loving mother of James Joseph Gerdy. Cherished grandma of Becky and Jakob Gerdy. Dear sister of the late Ruth Gullickson, late...

Debra L. Harper

Debra L. Harper

December 3, 2021

Debra L. Harper (nee Ahern) 63 of Morris passed away Friday, December 3, 2021. Debra was born and raised in Chicago, IL to the late John and Phyllis Ahern. Beloved wife of the late Frederick C. Harper Jr.; Loving mother of the late Heather (Jose) Campos, Brandy (Victor) Tapia, Robin (Brandon Rowe) Harper, and Michelle Schwab; Cherished Yaya (Grandmother) of...

Lois E. Dion

Lois E. Dion

December 1, 2021

LOIS E. DION (SCHROER) Age 77, of Orland Park, passed away on Wednesday, December 1st, 2021 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Lois is survived by her loving family including children, Robert (Kimberly) Dion, Aaron Hull, Jennifer Haneline, grandchildren, James Hull, Patrick Swetz, William Swetz, Robert Swetz, Kateri Dion, Madeline Haneline and Jack Haneline. Lois was also a devoted...

Beverly June Busbey

Beverly June Busbey

December 1, 2021

Beverly June Busbey Age 87, a resident of Joliet, passed away on December 1, 2021, at Silver Cross Hospital with her loving family by her side. Beloved mother of Richard Busbey and Charles (Elene) Busbey and stepmother of Tedra (Rick) Stacy; cherished grandmother of 13 and great-grandmother of 19. Beverly was preceded in death by her parents Harold and Ruth...

Lauren M. Sherman

Lauren M. Sherman

November 30, 2021

LAUREN M. SHERMAN (QUATTROCCHI) Age 57, of Frankfort, passed away on Tuesday, November 30th, 2021 at Lightways Hospice House in Joliet. Loving wife of Mark Sherman for 30 years. Daughter of Robert (Caryn) Quattrocchi and the late Marlene (David) Hussman, sister of Deborah Quattrocchi and Kristen (Sam Ford) Quattrocchi, step-sister to Fred (Michelle) Van Klaveren and Derek Van Klaveren, sister...

Bruce L. Tidwell

Bruce L. Tidwell

November 30, 2021

Bruce L. Tidwell passed away on November 30, 2021 at the age of 59. Bruce was born to Ernest and Lynda Tidwell in Chicago, Illinois. He was a devoted father who raised his two sons, Bradley and Ryan, and he delighted in his role as “Poppa T” to his grandchildren. He was a graduate of Trinity College in Sioux Falls,...

Lori S. Trosen

Lori S. Trosen

November 30, 2021

LORI S. TROSEN (REYNOLDS) Age 55, of New Lenox, passed away on Tuesday, November 30th, 2021 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. Lori is survived by her loving family, husband, Brian Trosen, children, Cole Trosen, Kaitlin (Grant) Gibbs, Joseph Halper, mother, Jean (Robert) Britton, siblings, Robert Reynolds, Robert (Michelle) Britton, Chad (Heather) Britton and many nieces and nephews. Lori...

James R. Macek

James R. Macek

November 30, 2021

JAMES R. MACEK Age 69, of Frankfort, passed away on Tuesday, November 30th, 2021 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox. James is survived by his loving family, wife, Kathy Macek (Carlson), children, Marissa (David) Rudolph, Jason Macek and his wife, brother David Macek, grandchildren, Ashlyn Rudolph, Caden Rudolph, Joey Macek and many nieces and nephews. James was preceded in...

Dolores "Dee" Sicinski

Dolores "Dee" Sicinski

November 29, 2021

Dolores “Dee” Sicinski (nee Blahut) Age 86, a resident of Joliet, passed away on Monday, November 29, 2021. Beloved wife of 64 years to the late John “Shorty” Sicinski; loving mother of Jim (Gail) Sicinski, Michelle (Cass) Wennlund, and Karen (Dan) Mahalik; cherished grandmother of Katelyn Sicinski, Jake (Kelsie) Sicinski, Kirsten Sicinski, Derek (Jorie) Ellenberger, Alyssa (Ben) Hecke, Tommy (Ashley...