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Nancy Mary Noble

Nancy Mary Noble

Mar 10, 2024

Nancy Mary Noble, known to many as "Aunt Nancy", has gracefully bid farewell to the world, leaving behind a legacy that forever be cherished. Her journey began on July 8, 1945, in Hinsdale, Illinois, where she first graced her family with her presence. Nancy's story came to a peaceful close on March 10, 2024, in Orland Park, Illinois, where she...

William David Crawford

William David Crawford

Mar 2, 2024

William (Bill) David Crawford, 96, a man of many talents and warm relationships, peacefully passed away on March 2, 2024. He was the cherished son of Beatrice Daisy Carpenter and Don Artman Crawford. Bill shared 72 beautiful years with his beloved wife, M. Pauline (Polly) Slagle, whom he met on a blind date in 1951.As a devoted father, Bill leaves...

Robert H. "Matt" Mathews

Robert H. "Matt" Mathews

Feb 18, 2024

Robert H. Mathews, once affectionately known as Matt gracefully departed from this world February 18, 2024, in his hometown of Mokena, Illinois. He was born in Chicago, Illinois, on March 10, 1942.

Bob led a remarkable life filled with dedication and passion. He graduated from Lincoln-Way High School and embarked on a fulfilling career path that showcased his talents and commitment....

Douglas Loren Braa

Douglas Loren Braa

Dec 16, 2023

Douglas Loren Braa, known affectionately as Doug, passed away on December 16, 2023, in Joliet, Illinois after a brief illness. He was born on September 14, 1951, in Mitchell, South Dakota to his loving parents Evelyn and Carl Braa. Throughout his life, Doug was deeply passionate about music and dedicated himself to a remarkable career in music education. He held...

John Michael Dorotiak

John Michael Dorotiak

Dec 16, 2023

John Michael Dorotiak, a beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on December 16, 2023, in Palos Heights, Illinois. He was 76 years old.Born in Chicago, Illinois on July 16, 1947, John was a cherished son of the late Mary and Michael Dorotiak. He grew up in a loving home alongside his sister Carol Dorotiak. John's upbringing instilled values...

Leona E. Gross

Leona E. Gross

Dec 11, 2023

Leona E. Gross, 90, passed away peacefully in her sleep December 11, 2023, in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. She was born on May 9, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois, to the late Adolph J. and Bessie (Vohanka) Wokasch.Leona married her late husband Eric C. Gross, in 1956.

She leaves behind her children, Catherine (the late Robert) Smith, Laurie (Michael) Scott, Jeanne (Thomas)...

John E. Hammond

John E. Hammond

Sep 15, 2023

John Edward Hammond, age 79, formerly of Lincolnville, Maine, late of Crete, Illinois passed away on September 15 following a long illness. He was the son of Edward F. Hammond and Marian (Peart) Hammond Of Acton, Maine.

 

John is survived by his cherished wife Jane (Pepek) Partridge Hammond; his children, Laura Ellum of Concord, New Hampshire and Douglas...

Emily J. Moore

Emily J. Moore

Aug 15, 2023

Emily J. Moore, age 27 of Crete, IL, suddenly passed away August 15. Cherished wife of Joshua Hahn; beloved daughter of Guy and Sandra Moore (nee Bachmann); loving sister of Victoria (Ken Neis); fond aunt of Benjamin, Madison, Aidan and Connor Neis; grandaughter of Patricia Bachmann; niece of Lee (Sue Moore), Lori (Roger Von Holton), Patricia Bachmann, Deborah Tusinski, Karen,...

Joseph R. "Joey" Lovera Jr.

Joseph R. "Joey" Lovera Jr.

Aug 3, 2023

Joseph "Joey" Lovera, Jr. of Coal City, IL formerly of Wilmington; age 54, suddenly. Cherished son of Diane (Mark) Green nee Haake and Joseph Sr. (the late Joan) Lovera. Beloved brother of Michael, Susie (Ed Pogliano) and Tim Lovera, Tony (Tracey) and Todd Green. Fond uncle of Eddie Pogliano (Estefany), Sam and Joey Pogliano, Zion and Jaeden Green, Jacob Coogan,...

George E. Mason

George E. Mason

Jul 31, 2023

George E. Mason, age 89, a resident of the IL Veterans Home in Manteno, IL, passed away on Monday, July 31st. Beloved husband of the late Wanda Mason; Dear brother of the late Edward, Harry, Celia, Wanda, Edwin, Loretta, Virginia, Dolores and Donald; Devoted son of the late Albert and Victoria. George is survived by many nieces, nephews, great-nieces and...

Nancy J. Sinde

Nancy J. Sinde

Jul 21, 2023

Nancy Sinde, age 68 of Mokena passed away on Friday, July 21, 2023. She was born on March 11, 1955 in Chicago, IL to the late Noreen (Patsy) and Edward J. McFarland. 

Nancy dedicated her life to her family. She will be remembered as a loving wife of 50 years, Mother, Grandma (Gia), Aunt and dear friend.

She is survived...

Michael C. Muehe

Michael C. Muehe

Jul 10, 2023

Michael Charles Muehe, age 66, suddenly. Formerly of Richton Park, late of Steger. Cherished husband of Carol (nee Hefner); loving father of George (Keri) Linskens of Lowell, Indiana, Jeff Hefner (Heather) of Griffith, Indiana, James Hefner (Julie) of Shorewood, Illinois; fond father-in-law of Tammy Hefner of Richton Park, Illinois; beloved grandfather of Jeannine (Nathan Raby), Megan (Alec Yeagley), Natalie Linskens,...

Marc William Gillooley

Marc William Gillooley

Jul 2, 2023

Marc William Gillooley, age 53 of Crestwood, suddenly. Devoted son of William and Carol Gillooley (nee Anderson); dear brother of Michelle Gillooley, Scott and Steven Witte; Godfather of Cara Kaleta. Marc was loved by all who knew him. He enjoyed and took pride in his work. He was especially close to his extended church family.

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Beverly Jean Turner

Beverly Jean Turner

Jun 8, 2023

Beverly Jean Turner, late of Matteson, IL. Cherished wife of Adam Chabarria; beloved mother of Adam (Bonnie) of Marrero, LA and Shaun Turner of Terrytown, LA; loving grandmother of Bailey, Dominic, Micah, Bella, Olivia, Landon, Emma, Ana, Savanna, Mia, Giavanna, Owen and the late Toby Turner of Marrero, LA; sister of the late Bonnie Anagnos; daughter of the late Ruth...

Larry David Skrivan

Larry David Skrivan

Jun 7, 2023

Larry David Skrivan, resided okeechobee FL, originally from Crawford Countryside Matteson. Went to Rich Central High Scjool.  Cherished father of Katelyn. son in law Steven Cernak; beloved grandfather of Jace Cernak, loving son of the late Robert and Gloria (nee Shafran). Brother of Daniel Skrivan. Larry was a former employee of Skyline Movers and Brite's Cartage of Monee. He enjoyed...

Barbara Ann "Mickey" Stillwell

Barbara Ann "Mickey" Stillwell

May 28, 2023

Barbara Ann "Mickey" Stillwell, age 88, late of Homer Glen. Cherished wife of the late Robert F.; beloved mother of Lisa (Richard Williams) of Orland Park, and the late Robert R. (Eileen); loving grandmother of Katie (Todd Tobolik), Robert J. (Erica) Stillwell, and Benjamin Williams; great-grandmother of Sullivan, Tori and Scarlett; fond sister of James and Sandra McDonald and the...

James Daniel Zabel

James Daniel Zabel

May 25, 2023

James Daniel Zabel, age 75, late of Monee, IL formerly of Tinley Park, IL; beloved father of Ronald, Tiffany (Bradley Jeralds), and Brian; dear brother of Carolyn (Jim Prater), Sherrell Salas, Eunice (Ken Marcheschi), Terrence (Elaine), and the late Eugene Zabel Jr., Donna Josephsen, and Mary Kay Zabel. Son of the late Helen and Eugene Zabel Sr. Dear friend and...

Thomas H Kurgan

Thomas H Kurgan

May 20, 2023

Thomas H. Kurgan Jr., age 77, of Park Forest, Illinois passed away on Saturday May 20,2023.

Tom was preceded in death by his wife of 43 years, Janice M. Kurgan.  Also preceding him in death are his daughters Lisa Eileen Kurgan Brudd  and Kristen Marie Kurgan.  He is survived by his granddaughter Faith Victoria Kozora and son-in-law Stephen Brudd.

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Dennis E. McGill

Dennis E. McGill

Apr 30, 2023

Dennis E. McGill, age 76 of Monee, Illinois. Cherished husband of the late Georganne (nee Rejno); beloved father of Dee Dee and Dale McGill; loving grandfather of Kelly McGill; fond brother of Larry (Dawn), Ricky (Diane), Randy (Ellen), Scott (Katen), Sandy and the late Russell McGill; son of the late Vincent and June. Dennis was a 40 year employee of...

DeLores Brown

DeLores Brown

Apr 12, 2023

 

DeLores Brown, 87, of Wisconsin, formerly of Park Forest, IL, passed away on Wednesday, April 12, 2023 at the Alden Meadow Park Rehab Center in Clinton, WI. Beloved wife of 67 years to Charles Brown; Loving mother of Robert (Cathy) Brown and William (Janet) Brown; Cherished grandmother of 7, Great-grandmother of 9; Fond brother of Sam D’amico, Everett Conner...

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