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Bessie Cap
June 3, 2021
Bessie Bell Cap of Crystal Springs, MS, age 66, passed away unexpectedly while visiting her children in Illinois, on June 3,2021. She is survived by her children, Daniel (Kari) Schimel and Christine (Ryan) MacMillan and 10 Grandchildren; Cheyanne, Madeline, Rebecca, Gabriella, Madison, Alexander, Danielle, Mason, Madelyn and Antoinette. Bessie worked at Copiah Academy for the last 16 years and was...
Patricia F. Lerner
June 2, 2021
PATRICIA F. LERNER (BURLINSKI) Age 60 of Mokena, passed away on Wednesday, June 2nd, 2021 at her home in Mokena. Patricia is survived by her loving family, husband, Edward E. Lerner, children, Edward M. Lerner, Robert Lerner, Sheri Lerner, Thomas (Cassandra) Lerner, four grandchildren, siblings, Kathy (Tom) Fik, Nancy (Larry) Keller, Debi (Tom) Hedge, Robin (Roger) Martin, Dan (Robin) Burlinski...
Suzanne M. Rembis
May 29, 2021
Suzanne M. Rembis (Rettke) age 80, a resident of Frankfort formerly of Blue Island, passed away on Saturday, May 29, 2021. Loving wife of the late Alex Rembis; beloved mother of Scott (Rhonda) Rembis, Sherri (Edward) Sidler and Michael Rembis; dearest sister of Gary (late Carol) Rettke; cherished grandmother of Devon Rembis, Alex Sidler, Elizabeth Sidler, Grace Sidler, Ana Sidler...
Robert Edward Lombardi
May 28, 2021
At 10:15 PM on May 28th a great many communities lost a mentor, a teacher, a coach and a friend as Robert Edward Lombardi passed away at the age of 82 in the presence of his family in his home in New Lenox. Born in the South Side of Chicago on June 3rd, 1938 to Edward and Gertrude Lombardi, Coach...
Dorothy Elizabeth Ludack
May 28, 2021
Dorothy Elizabeth Koronkowski-Ludack (nee Havrilla), age 91, a resident of New Lenox, formerly of Chicago, passed away on Friday, May 28, 2021. Loving wife of the late Raymond Ludack; and first husband of the late Raymond Koronkowski. Survived by her loving children Christine, Bernadine, Pamela (Richard) Szeniawski, Carol Ann (David) Wydra, Kathleen (Joseph) Laurin, Kenneth (Susan) Koronkowski, Robert Koronkowski; dearest...
Julieann Kopec
May 25, 2021
Julieann Kopec, age 76, a resident of New Lenox formerly of Midlothian and Oak Forest, passed away on Tuesday, May 25,2021. Loving wife of Joseph Kopec; beloved mother of Kelly (John Simpson) Kopec and Kristeen (Don) Mistro; dearest sister of William (late Kathy) Carlson; cherished grandmother of AJ, Nick and Chase Mistro, Jack and Tyler Simpson; fond aunt of Tammy,...
Norma Jean Guibord
May 25, 2021
Norma Jean Guibord nee Haugh, 71, passed away, May 25, 2021 at her home in Tinley Park. She is survived by her son, Tom Guibord, Jr.; her forever faithful friend and partner, Ernie J. Havrilla; “sisters”, Linda, Colleen and Patti and former husband, Tom Guibord, Sr. Norma retired after serving as Police Matron of Evergreen Park PD. Visitation will be...
Frederick Barker
May 25, 2021
Frederick Barker, age 86, passed away peacefully Tuesday, May 25, 2021 at Joliet Area Community Hospice. Frederick was the loving father of Lee (Katie) Barker and Sharla (John) Wojno; a beloved father figure to Darrel Krueger and Darren Krueger; the adored grandfather of Eric Krueger, Ryan Krueger, Kristina Krueger, Erin Krueger, Lindsey Krueger, Brittany Krueger, Callie Barker, Aiden Barker, Keagan...
Frederick W. Otte Sr.
May 24, 2021
FREDERICK W. OTTE SR. Age 88, formerly of Alsip, passed away Monday, May 24th, 2021 at Salem Village Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Joliet. Frederick is survived by his loving family, children, Cindy McDorman, Steven (Susan) Otte, Frederick Otte Jr., Jeffrey Otte, sister, Dorothy Jagnus, 14 grandchildren and 7 great grandchildren. Frederick was preceded in death by his parents, Claus...
Michael Fohran
May 24, 2021
Michael Fohran 82, of Crestwood, passed away Monday, May 24, 2021 at home surrounded by family. Mike was born in Romania to the late John and Barbara (nee Bowmanns) Fohran. Beloved husband of the late Beverly (née Gibson); loving father of Ronald (Meri) Fohran, Donald Fohran, Michael Fohran, and Christina (Josh) Waterdown; cherished grandfather of Kara, Carl, Krystin, Marc, and...
Kimberly D. Stumpf
May 22, 2021
KIMBERLY D. STUMPF (PETERS) Age 53, of Mokena, passed away Saturday, May 22nd, 2021 at the Bowman Center in Chicago. Kim is survived by her loving family, husband, Tim Stumpf, mother, Diane Peters (Olson), children, Ryan (fiancée Icsy Garduno) Stumpf, Nicholas Stumpf, mother in-law, Patricia Stumpf, brother in-law, Randal (Natasha) Stumpf and nephew Hunter Stumpf. Kim was preceded in death...
Henrietta A. Francke
May 22, 2021
HENRIETTA A. FRANCKE (MARK) Age 94, of Frankfort, passed away Saturday, May 22nd, 2021 at her home in Frankfort. Henrietta is survived by her loving family, son, John Francke, grandchildren, Mark (Lelia) Francke, Sean (Barb) Francke, great grandchildren, Gabby Francke, Faith Francke and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Henrietta was preceded in death by her parents, Conrad & Nellie Mark...
James Lawrence Minelli
May 22, 2021
James L. Minelli 72, of Steger, passed away Saturday, May 22, 2021 at his home. Jim was born in the Roseland area of Chicago to the late Louis V. and Madeline (nee Blazak) Minelli. Beloved husband of the late Beatrice (nee Smith); loving father of Shannon Wilson, Brian Rosenbalm, Kim Petersen, Tina (Rob) Johnson, and Dan (Aprel) Downey; cherished grandfather...
George Thomas Luscombe
May 20, 2021
George Thomas Luscombe, Jr. George Thomas Luscombe Jr passed away peacefully on May 20, 2021 at Smith Crossing in Orland Park, IL. Born on August 1, 1927 to George and Cecilia Luscombe and raised in Blue Island, IL he graduated from Blue Island High School (now Eisenhower) prior to enlisting in the U S Navy. After his military service George...
Weedell M. Mcintosh
May 19, 2021
A Celebration of Life “I have fought a good fight; I have finished my course; I have kept the faith.” Mrs. Weedell Myrtle McIntosh August 1, 1937-May 19, 2021 The Obituary A Life Well Lived! A wonderful birth occurred on August 1, 1937, in Canton, Mississippi. God blessed her parents, J.B. and Wilda Juanita Sims with their fourth child. She...
Leroy L. Stege
May 19, 2021
Leroy Stege, 76, of Matteson, Illinois, moved peacefully into his eternal home with God on Wednesday, May 19, 2021. He was born in Joliet, Illinois on May 8, 1945, to Welma (née Seeman) Stege and Lester Stege. He was a graduate of Rich East High School and became a certified industrial electrician (which skills he used gladly to help friends...
Peter Laurinaitis
May 16, 2021
Peter Laurinaitis, age 73, a resident of Mokena formerly of Tinley Park and the Bridgeport area of Chicago, passed away on Sunday, May 16, 2021. Loving husband of Mary Ann (nee Klocek); beloved father of Michelle (James) Gerard and Jennifer (Jack) Morawski; cherished papa of Jack, Julia, Michael, Jessica, Ana and Leah; dearest brother of the late Anthony "Laurent" (Aldona),...
David Paul Rubner
May 15, 2021
David Rubner Age 77, Passed away May 15, 2021 at Rush Hospital. David is survived by his wife, Virginia of 51 years; son, Karl (Suzette) Rubner; daughter, Susan (Steven) Bailey; grandchildren, Kyle Rubner, Ryan Bailey and Kathryn Bailey; sister Kathleen (Daniel) Chitty; in-laws, and several nieces and nephews. David is preceded in death by his parents, Hugo and Agnes Rubner;...
Marion Wallace Godfrey
May 15, 2021
Marion Wallace Godfrey (Kuhlmann), age 79, a longtime resident of Midlothian, passed away on Saturday, May 15, 2021. Loving mother of Jena (Kevin) Selph and John (Krista) Godfrey; beloved daughter of the late William and Jessie (Howison) Kuhlmann; dearest sister of the late James Kuhlmann, John (late Dusanka) Kuhlmann, and Craig (Denise) Kuhlmann; cherished grandmother of Christopher (fiancée Ashley Murphy)...
Mary Louise Gianfrancesco
May 14, 2021
Mary Louise Gianfrancesco nee Rossetto, 89, of Chicago Heights, passed away peacefully on May 14, 2021. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband of 41 years, Vincenzo Gianfrancesco, Dec. of 2020 and her dear brothers and sister-in-laws: Rudolph (Nancy) Rossetto and Raymond (Rosemary) Rossetto. Mary Louise is survived by her cherished family: She was the Aunt of Charlotte...
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