Obituaries

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Local obituaries for the Frankfort and New Lenox, IL area

Shirley C. Jandeska

Shirley C. Jandeska

March 4, 2021

SHIRLEY C. JANDESKA (NEUMAN) Age 86, of New Lenox passed away Thursday, March 4th, 2021. Shirley is survived by her loving family, children, Diane (Curt) Sanders, Sonny Jandeska, Jeffrey (Patricia) Jandeska, Donald (Chrissie) Jandeska, Kenneth (Caroline) Jandeska, Glen (Barbara) Draeger, grandchildren, Jennie (Eric) Reichert, Jillian (Kevin) Miller, Christy (Josh) Patton, Carly (Kenny) Lomalie, Courtney (Brian) Semmler, Shane Jandeska, Nicholas (Mary)...

Kevin B Curran

Kevin B Curran

March 3, 2021

Kevin Barry Curran passed away Wednesday, March 3, 2021 in Bloomington, IN. Born in Chicago, IL, Kevin graduated from Indiana University with a Bachelor’s degree in Accounting and Finance in 1993 and received his MBA from Xavier University in 1999. He worked as the Director of Auditing & Finance Systems in the Controller’s office for the City of Bloomington since...

Patrick W. Lowe

Patrick W. Lowe

March 3, 2021

PATRICK W. LOWE Age 71, of Oak Forest passed away Wednesday, March 3rd, 2021 at Palos Community Hospital in Palos Heights. Patrick is survived by his loving family, wife, Gayle Lowe (Swanson), children, Kimberly (Craig Traina) Woods, Jennifer (Richard) Seddon, Kelly (Jeffrey Storcz) Lowe, siblings, Ronald (Jane) Lowe, Kevin (Cindy) Lowe, Raymond Gryzb, grandchildren, Kayla Woods, Ryan Seddon and Raegan...

Mondayna Marie Burke

Mondayna Marie Burke

March 2, 2021

Mondayna Marie Burke (Klepser) age 50, a resident of Frankfort formerly of Country Club Hills, passed away peacefully at her home with her family by her side on Tuesday, March 2, 2021. Loving wife of John Burke; cherished mother of Payton and Brooklynn Burke; dearest daughter of Earl Klepser and the late Leslie Klepser (Popjoy); dear sister of Scott (Sharon)...

Thomas L. Graf Sr.

Thomas L. Graf Sr.

February 28, 2021

THOMAS L. GRAF SR. Age 86, of Frankfort, passed away Sunday, February 28th, 2021 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice House in Joliet. Thomas is survived by his loving family, wife, Susan Graf (Capsack), children. Thomas (Barbara) Graf Jr., Cheryl Ramsdorf, Timothy (Barbara) Graf, Michelle (Brian) Lee, Dawn Donnellan, Jennifer (Russell) Zimny, brother in-law, Richard Pryor, sister in-law, Nevada Graf,...

Ronald  G.  Pyle

Ronald G. Pyle

February 28, 2021

Ronald G. Pyle, age 51, passed away on February 28, 2021 at Central Dupage Hospital. Ronald is survived by his loving wife Katrina (nee VanWerven) Pyle; daughter Ashley Pyle; son Nathan Pyle; mother, Therese Wyszynski; sister Karen (Michael) O’Malley; brother Michael Pyle; niece Elizabeth (Joseph); and nephews, Konner, Jonathan, Jack, and Alex. He is preceded in death by his father...

Christy C. Donovan

Christy C. Donovan

February 28, 2021

CHRISTY C. DONOVAN (TEELING) Age 78, of Frankfort, passed away Sunday, February 28th, 2021 at her home in Frankfort. Christy is survived by her loving family, husband, Thomas Donovan, children, James Donovan, Carol Donovan, Mary (Randall) Kolacki, Michael (Michelle Prosser) Donovan, Cathleen Rankovich, William Donovan, John (Amanda) Donovan, Eileen (Anthony) Capodice, Laura Donovan, Thomas Donovan, Anne (fiancée Matt Hanlon) Donovan,...

Karen A. Zylstra

Karen A. Zylstra

February 28, 2021

Karen Zylstra (CONNOLLY) Age 74, of Frankfort, IL formerly of South Holland, IL, passed away Sunday, February 28, 2021 at the University of Chicago Hospitals. Karen was an amazing wife and mother who devoted her life to her family and friends. She was the much-adored wife of the late William E. Zylstra; the beloved mother of Barbara (Curtis) Smith, Marianne...

Jerry Lee Gingery

Jerry Lee Gingery

February 28, 2021

Jerry Lee Gingery 66, of Dwight, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, February 28, 2021 after a long medical struggle. He was surrounded by his loving family while holding Leslie’s hand. Jerry was born in Ottawa, IL, to Margaret (nee Thomas) and the late Harold (Spike) Gingery. Surviving are his beloved wife Leslie (nee Smith); his brother, Robert...

Leroy E. Koschnitzki

Leroy E. Koschnitzki

February 27, 2021

LEROY E. KOSCHNITZKI Age 91, of Crestwood, passed away Saturday, February 27th, 2021 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice house in Joliet. Leroy is survived by his loving family, sons, Kenneth (Cathleen) Koschnitzki, David (Michelle) Koschnitzki, siblings, Emil Koschnitzki, Wayne (Judy) Koschnitzki, grandchildren, MaryKathleen Koschnitzki, Julia Koschnitzki, Aidan Koschnitzki, Jeanelle (Kevin) Carpenter, Jordan Bratlien, Jessica (Jake) Kozlowski, Matthew Koschnitzki, Kurtis...

William Kouba

William Kouba

February 26, 2021

William Kouba 78, of Frankfort, passed away Friday, February 26, 2021 at Lemont Nursing and Rehabilitation Center. William was born in Chicago to the late John and Sophie (nee Wlodarczyk) Kouba. Beloved husband of Arlene (nee Kamin); loving father of the late Kristin Margaret Kouba and William Jr. (Nicole) Kouba; cherished grandfather of Zachary, Addison, and Chloe Kouba; dear brother...

Delores Y. Garcia

Delores Y. Garcia

February 26, 2021

Delores Y. Garcia, age 66, a resident of Frankfort, passed away on Friday, February 26, 2021. Loving mother of John (Pamela) Garcia and Michael Garcia; dearest sister of Sharon (Rich) Haron, Brenda Harwood and the late Charlotte (late Gene) Temlin, late Marty Harwood; cherished grandmother of Felicia Garcia (Nick Anderson), Christopher Garcia, Brianna Garcia, Andrew Garcia, Brian Garcia, Branden Garcia...

Mary Patricia Harper

Mary Patricia Harper

February 25, 2021

Mary Patricia Harper (Cullen) Age 78, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 25, 2021. Devoted wife of the late William A. Harper; loving mother of Susan (Michael) Slaviero, Cathy (Joe) Schill and Brian Harper; cherished grandmother of Zachary Slaviero, Hannah Schill, Kevin Schill and Sarah Schill; dear sister of Tom (Mary) Cullen and the late William Cullen. She was preceded...

Catherine  W.  Cooney

Catherine W. Cooney

February 25, 2021

Catherine Cooney (nee Graaman), age 85, passed away peacefully at her home on February 25, 2021. Catherine is survived by her loving husband Thomas Cooney; children, Cynthia (Daniel) De Vivo, Richard Cooney, Brian (Phyllis) Cooney, and Sean Cooney; grandchildren, Raymond De Vivo, Mitchell De Vivo, Kalie De Vivo, Bailee Cooney, Ashley Smith, Taylor Smith, Jamie Muzika, Kayleen Cooney, Sean Cooney...

Robert J. Peeples

Robert J. Peeples

February 24, 2021

Robert J. Peeples 94, of Plainfield, IL formerly of Muscoda, WI, passed away Wednesday, February 24, 2021 at Symphony of Orchard Valley in Aurora, IL. Robert was born in Richland Center, WI to the late Paul and Opal (nee Wallace) Peeples. Beloved husband of Mary (nee Wellman); loving father of Linda (Steve) Crain and Barbara (Paul) Caliendo; cherished grandfather of...

Richard E. Trevarthan

Richard E. Trevarthan

February 22, 2021

Richard E. Trevarthan, age 83, a longtime resident of Frankfort, passed away on Monday, February 22, 2021. Loving husband of the late Janet Trevarthan (Jones); beloved father of Jeanne (Joe) Hartung, Richard "Bob" Trevarthan, David (Connie) Trevarthan and Michael (Sherry) Trevarthan; dearest brother of Coranne (Dennis) Smitley, Elaine (Michael) Arnold and Pam (Doug) Couch; cherished grandfather of Kyle Hartung, Alex...

James D. Wiers

James D. Wiers

February 22, 2021

James David Wiers 83, of New Lenox, passed away Monday, February 22, 2021 at his home. Jim was born in Harvey, IL to the late Marvin and Margaret (nee Ruelle) Wiers. Beloved husband of Joan (nee O’Connell); loving father of Melody (Burdette) Gass, James C. Wiers, Debra (Steve) Smith, Tina (James) DeAngelo, Angelo (Lisa) Zuccolo, and Nicholas Zuccolo; cherished grandfather...

Cynetha  M. Johnson-Nieves

Cynetha M. Johnson-Nieves

February 21, 2021

Cynetha M. Johnson-Nieves, age 68, a resident of Calumet Park, passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2021. Loving wife of Angel M. Nieves; beloved mother of Corey Nieves and Kevin (Latea) Nieves; dearest sister of Linda (Gary) Hines and Edward Farmer; cherished grandmother of Angel Nieves, Amar'e Nieves, Ava Nieves, Tobias Nieves, Hayden Nieves and Cyneiko Nieves; dear aunt of...

Jc Mchargue

Jc Mchargue

February 21, 2021

JC McHargue, age 86, a resident of Frankfort formerly of Glenwood and Independence Missouri, passed away on Sunday, February 21, 2021. Loving husband of Sonia McHargue (Evans); beloved father of Joni (James) Matese and Michelle Fasel; dearest brother of the late Evelyn (late Curtis) Johnson, late Willalee ( late Wayne) Reagan, late Martha (late Frederick) Eberlein, late Lucille ( late...

Valentine  "Val"  Kurzeja

Valentine "Val" Kurzeja

February 21, 2021

Valentine “Val” Kurzeja, age 88, passed away peacefully on February 21, 2021. Valentine is survived by his step-children, Barry Suslowicz and Walter Suslowicz; sister Margaret Florence; many grandchildren; and numerous nieces and nephews. He is preceded in death by his beloved wife Violet Kurzeja; parents, Jozef and Regina Kurzeja; step-children, Patricia Flowers, and William Harris; siblings, Mike, Sophie, Rose, Theresa,...