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Patrick J Rafferty Sr.
Nov 22, 2023
Patrick J. Rafferty, 59, of the Tinley/Orland Park area was born in Chicago to the late Thomas and Bridget Rafferty, and passed away November 22, 2023. Beloved and devoted husband of Dreama Rafferty (nee Irby); loving father of Sarah, Patrick Jr., and Katie Rafferty; PROUD papa of Landon and Zoey; dear brother of Joann (Dave) Reed, Tom (Kathy) Rafferty, Billy...
Stephen Milton Matokar
Nov 20, 2023
Stephen Milton Matokar 84, of Frankfort Illinois was born in Chicago to the late Stephen and Ann Matokar and passed away on November 20, 2023. Beloved husband of Gloria (nee Andretich) Matokar; loving father of the late Carrie Matokar, Laura (Rodney) Stiegman; proud papa of Matthew, Sarah, and Michael Stiegman. Stephen was a Vietnam War Veteran who served his country...
Charlotte R. Lehr
Nov 20, 2023
CHARLOTTE R. LEHR
Age 81, of Frankfort, passed away on Monday, November 20th, 2023 at her home in Frankfort.
Charlotte is survived by her loving family, daughters, Leann (Todd) Paarlberg, Kelly (Matt) Mullennix, sister, Joann Blouin, grandchildren, Matthew Mullennix, Annabelle (Nick) Abbate, Ashley (Daniel) Schliffka, Courtney (fiancé Michael Marotta) Paarlberg, great grandchildren, Luke Schliffka, Zoe Schliffka, Jude Schliffka, numerous nieces, nephews and...
Mario S. Ricchio
Nov 16, 2023
MARIO S. RICCHIO
Age 75, of New Lenox, passed away on Thursday, November 16th, 2023 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.
Mario is survived by his loving family, children, Lisa Ricchio, Anna (David Kier) Ricchio, Pasquale (Sarah) Ricchio, siblings, Francisco (Maria) Ricchio, Pietro (Amalia) Ricchio and 10 grandchildren.
Mario was preceded in death by his parents, Pasquale & Luigina Ricchio (Salituro), daughter,...
Donald L. Benkendorf
Nov 15, 2023
Donald L. Benkendorf Sr.
Age 86, of New Lenox, IL passed away at home on Wednesday, November 15, 2023, surrounded by his loving family. Don was born in Chicago, IL to the late Marvin and Cecile (nee Houde) Benkendorf. Beloved husband of Wanda (nee Carney) Benkendorf; loving father of Donald (Cathleen) Benkendorf Jr. and Carin (Tod) Kamleiter; cherished grandfather of Andrew...
Kevin M. Andrews
Nov 15, 2023
Kevin Michael Andrews
Age 57, of Orland Park, IL passed away Wednesday, November 15, 2023. Kevin was born in Oak Lawn, IL to Samuel and Ruth Andrews. Beloved son of Samuel and Ruth; loving brother of Lynda Andrews and Jeffrey (Paula) Andrews; loved uncle of Colin and Emma Andrews; cherished cousin, nephew, and friend of many. Kevin was a truck driver...
Janelle Marie Portwood
Nov 13, 2023
Janelle Marie Portwood, age 46, of New Lenox passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023 at home with her family by her side. Janelle was surrounded by love, praise music, and prayer in the days and months preceding her death.
Janelle is survived by her husband of 24 years, Michael Portwood, and their four sons—James (19), Jack (17), Judd (15) and...
Pam Griffin
Nov 13, 2023
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of Pamela Griffin. Beloved wife of Greg, mother of Joe, Hillary Zaranti (John), John (Christy), and loving Mimi of Joe, Albert, Mary and James. Born to the late Russel and Rita Linderborg and sister to the late David Linderborg. Sister-in-law, aunt and friend to many. Pam was born and raised...
Maurice Joseph Balhan
Nov 13, 2023
Maurice J. Balhan
Age 69, a 48-year resident of Mokena, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Monday, November 13, 2023, at Loyola University Medical Center, Maywood, IL. Maurice was born in Verviers, Belgium to Malou (nee Moyano) and the late Joseph Balhan. Beloved husband of Janet (nee Crabb) Balhan; loving father of Krystle (Thomas Esch) Balhan, and Matthew (Sarah) Balhan; cherished grandfather...
Crystal Marie Dunn
Nov 13, 2023
Crystal Marie Dunn (nee Sparks)
Age 29 of Morocco, IN Formerly of Bourbonnais, IL passed away on Monday, November 13, 2023, at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee, IL after a courageous battle with cancer. Crystal was born in Joliet, IL to Lisa Dalaly (nee Sparks), who survives her. Loving mother of Travis Eckoff and Lilly McWhorter; dear sister of Elizabeth (Jeff)...
Arthur C. Lange
Nov 12, 2023
Arthur C. Lange, 87, of Homer Glen, IL, formerly from Wascott, WI) passed away peacefully in his sleep on November 12, 2023. He was born January 23, 1936 in Chicago, IL to Irving and Joy Lange. Art lived in the Minong/Wascott area for 44 years, where he was an avid bowler, fisherman, and was a member of the Gordon-Wascott Fire...
James E. Quinn
Nov 11, 2023
James E. Quinn, age 84, passed away peacefully at home, on Saturday, November 11, 2023 with his family by his side.
James is survived by his beloved wife, Arlene (nee Gregutis) Quinn; children, Mary (Steve) Morris, James Quinn, Donna (Mark) Ricketson, Daniel (Trish) Quinn, and Joseph (Diana) Quinn; grandchildren, Anna Morris, Alex Morris, Matthew Quinn, Jason Quinn, Jamie Quinn, Diane Ricketson,...
Dan Michael White
Nov 9, 2023
Dan Michael White 54, life long resident of Lockport was born in Chicago Heights to the late Andrew and Alice "Pat" White and passed away November 9, 2023. Loving father of Caiden and Kenady White; dear brother of Andrea (Richard) Bulanda; fond uncle of Cullin Bulanda. Dan Michael was a 1986 Lockport Township High School graduate before attending Illinois Wesleyan...
Lawrence W. Sisk
Nov 9, 2023
LAWRENCE W. SISK
Age 64, of Mokena, passed away on Thursday, November 9th, 2023 at his home in Mokena.
Larry is survived by his loving family, wife, Jenell Sisk (Totani), father, Lawrence Sisk Sr., children, Shannan (Keith Latek) Sisk, Nicole (Steven) Leibfried, Brandon (Leah) Sisk, Anthony Sisk, Jordan (Victoria) Sisk, Taylor (fiancé Matthew Skobel) Totani, Michael Sisk, siblings, Barbara (Russell) Silkowski, Tina...
Michael J. Przybyla
Nov 7, 2023
MICHAEL J. PRZYBYLA
Age 74, of Frankfort, passed away on Tuesday, November 7th, 2023 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox.
Michael is survived by his loving family, wife, Patti Przybyla (McQuillin), daughters, Lydia (Spencer) Pope, Kim (Mark) Lask, brother, Robert (Theresa) Przybyla, grandchildren, Ethan Pope, Maya Lask and Ian Pope.
Michael was preceded in death by his parents, Frank & Isabel Przybyla...
William Richard Rhind
Nov 6, 2023
William “Bill” Richard Rhind, 87, of Chicago Heights passed away on Nov. 6, 2023. Bill is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Carol Rhind; daughters: Carrie (Mike) Welf of Homewood, Cyndy (Bob) Gerecke of Chicago Heights; Grandchildren: Ryan (Katie) Tracy, Christen (Beau) Rogers, Kayla (Jason) Amodio, Brian, Eric, and Allison Gerecke and Great-grandchildren: Andrew, Molly, Mackenzie, Jack, Sean,...
Joseph G. Petronio
Nov 3, 2023
Joseph Petronio, age 76, of New Lenox, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2023 at Sunny Hill Nursing Home in Joliet.
Joseph was born in Gorizia, Italy on January 17, 1947. He was preceded in death by his wife Diane (July). He was also preceded by his mother Lilian Nelsen; brother Mario Corradino; and brother-in-law Donald Rademacher.
Joseph is survived by his...
Earl W. Pate
Nov 3, 2023
Earl W. Pate
Age 81, of Franklin Grove, IL passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 3, 2023. Earl was born in Chicago, IL to the late Jamie and Elsie (nee Poynter) Pate. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Senesac) Pate; loving father of Mary Elizabeth (Lillian Knight) Pate, Katy (John) Hernandez, and Earl James (Paula) Pate; cherished grandfather of Jonathan Scott James,...
Douglas S. Kirchman
Nov 1, 2023
Douglas S. Kirchman 66, of Tinley Park was born in Springfield IL to the late Harry and Carole Kirchman and passed away unexpectedly on November 1, 2023. Beloved husband of 43 years to Carol (nee Emrich) Kirchman; loving father of Steven (Jennifer) Kirchman and Kevin (Chrissy) Kirchman; proud grampy of Madelynn and Konnor Kirchman; dear brother of Jeff (Lisa) Kirchman,...
Tamara L Carli
Nov 1, 2023
Tamara L. Carli, 61 of Elwood IL, was born in Chicago to the late Robert and Norma Andrews and passed away November 1, 2023. Beloved wife of Robert Carli; loving mother of the late Robert Antonaglia and Joseph (Olga) Antonaglia; dear sister of the late Jeffrey (Nancy) Andrews and the late Eric Andrews; fond aunt of Bruno (Jacquelyn) Andrews, Erik...
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