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Frank Zenek
Mar 17, 2026
Frank Zenek, 78, of Peotone, passed away unexpectedly on March 17, 2026.
Frank was a lifelong resident of Markham, but had recently relocated to Peotone to be closer to his family who were helping to care for him.
Frank was known as a caring, generous man who loved his family and was always willing to help someone however he could. He was...
Richard F Chasny
Feb 27, 2026
Richard F. Chasny passed away on February 27, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Marie. Loving father of Lisa (Dan) Howe and Mark (Liz) Chasny. Cherished Poppy of Rebecca (fiancé Jacob Villasenor) Howe and Benjamin Howe.
He will be deeply missed by his family and all who knew and loved him.
Deborah Missaggia
Feb 26, 2026
Deborah L. Missaggia, aged 72, of Oak Forest, IL, passed away on February 26, 2026. Debby was born on December 26, 1953, in Chicago, IL to John and Lilian June Krolak. She grew up in Markham, IL and attended Fenger High School in Chicago where she met Gary Missaggia.
Throughout her life, Debby worked initially as a Bank Teller, then as...
Carlos Vallejo
Feb 23, 2026
Carlos Vallejo Jr. was born February 2nd, 1941 and passed on February 23rd, 2026. He was husband to Mirtelina Vallejo. Father to Veronica Vallejo and Anthony (Dora) Arboleda. Grampy to Liliana and Arielle Arboleda.
Mr Carlos was a retired Chicago Police Sgt. giving thirty two years to a job he loved. He also served his country in the U.S. Army. He...
Phyllis MaryAnne Lewner
Feb 15, 2026
Phyllis MaryAnne Lewner, 83, of Oak Forest, passed away on February 15th, 2026. She was born on July 18th, 1943 in Chicago,IL to the late Jacob and Anna Soltis. She will be remembered for her love of animals, gardening, camping, watching the waves in Lake Michigan but mostly the love for her family and friends.
She was the beloved wife of...
Diane Gerdes
Feb 12, 2026
Diane T. Gerdes, age 86, formerly of Oak Forest, passed away Wednesday February 12, 2026. Born October 3, 1939 in Chicago, Illinois. Daughter of the late Charles Schneider and Niesje (nee VanEeren) Schneider. Preceded in death by husband Wesley Landau, husband Kenneth S. Gerdes, Sr. grandson Kenneth Gerdes III, son Jeffrey S. Gerdes (Lora), son in law Jay O’Reillly (Sandra)....
Donald Harms
Feb 5, 2026
Donald Harms, late of Country Club Hills, passed away on February 5, 2026, at the age of 81. Born on November 26, 1944, in Evergreen Park, he was married to the love of his life, the late Shirley Harms for 34 years. She was a source of strength and love throughout their years together.
Donald is survived by his stepchildren: Michael...
Mary Nelson
Jan 28, 2026
Mary made her faithful departure on the 28th of January, 2026. Behind, she left her husband Tom Nelson, siblings Phyliss and Patrick Moran, her daughter Cheri, her sons Thomas and, her son Daniel Nelson, married to Victoria Moore, who gave her three beloved grandchildren. She was a sister-in-law to William Zuziak and Les Seals, the late Ann, late Linda, late...
Kelly Hayes
Jan 25, 2026
Kelly Joan Hayes was a proud Irish woman through and through—full of heart, humor, and a gift for bringing people together. She was the kind of person who could turn any room into a celebration, and any gathering into a memory.Kelly was preceded in death by her beloved parents, Joan Marsina Hayes and Donald Patrick Hayes, and by her brother,...
Barbara Graziano
Jan 15, 2026
Barbara Graziano, born on July 27, 1951, in Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully on January 15, 2026, leaving behind a legacy of love and kindness. Known for her generous spirit, intelligence, and ability to accept others wholeheartedly, Barbara touched the lives of everyone she met.
A devoted mother and grandmother, Barbara took immense pride in her grandchildren, Dominic and Mikayla, who...
Michael Ward
Jan 14, 2026
Michael J. Ward, age 78, was called home to his Savior on January 14, 2026, at Hines VA Hospital in Maywood, Illinois. Born on December 19, 1947, in Chicago, Illinois, Mike proudly and valiantly served his country during the Vietnam War from 1969 to 1971 as a Specialist Fourth Class (SP4). For his bravery and service, he received several honors,...
Arthur C Enk
Jan 11, 2026
Arthur C. Enk, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away on January 11, 2026, at the age of 90. Born on August 31, 1935, in Chicago, he lived a life marked by his kindness, quiet nature, and the warmth he shared with everyone he met.
Arthur dedicated over 20 years of his career as a salesman for Spencer Turbine,...
Daniel Philipps
Dec 9, 2025
Daniel John Philipps, 61, of Oak Forest, Illinois, passed away on December 9, 2025 after a long illness.
Daniel was the beloved son of the late Bernard C. and the late Jane G. Philipps of Oak Forest, Illinois and the cherished younger brother of Mary E. Philipps of Oak Forest, Illinois, David J. Philipps of Orland Park, Illinois, and Dennis C....
Thomas J McCarthy
Nov 11, 2025
Thomas J. McCarthy late of Oak Forest, beloved husband of the late Beverly Ann Fisher, devoted father of Michael (Dawn) McCarthy, Kathleen (Mike) Boothe, Kimberlee and Kelly McCarthy. Cheerished Grandfather of Thomas "TJ", (Janelle) McCarthy. Dear brother of Daniel McCarthy and the late Emmett, John, Clifford, Dorothy Goudie, Peggy Puscizna, Ruth Slemp and Kathleen Trybula fond Uncle of many nieces...
Richard Nemecek
Nov 5, 2025
Richard Nemecek, a lifelong resident of Chicago and a cherished member of his family, passed away peacefully on November 5, 2025, at the age of 86. Born on May 20, 1939, Richard dedicated over 40 years of his life to the printing industry, serving proudly at Lasalle Street Press, which later became Bowne of Chicago. His work not only provided...
Katherine Tully
Oct 25, 2025
Katherine Ann Tully
June 12, 1951 – October 25, 2025
Katherine “Kathy” Tully (nee Foster), of Romeoville, Illinois, passed away peacefully on October 25, 2025, after a short battle with cancer.
Kathy was born on June 12, 1951, in Chicago to Donald and Betty Foster and devoted her life to faith, family, and service to others. A nearly forty year resident of Oak...
John Gonzalez
Oct 22, 2025
John Gonzales, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and great-grandfather, passed away on October 22, 2025, leaving behind a legacy of kindness and warmth that touched the hearts of many. Born on June 23, 1936, John lived a full and purposeful life, dedicating 43 years to the Illinois Central Railroad, which later became CN Railroad. His unwavering commitment to his career...
Irma L Zwiers
Oct 16, 2025
Irma Louise Zwiers, 83, was called home to her Savior on October 16, 2025, at her home in Oak Forest, Illinois, in the arms of her daughter, Cathrine.
Born on July 27, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, Irma was a devoted mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother who poured her love into her family every day. She is survived by her longtime partner, Michael...
Elizabeth Hanlon
Oct 12, 2025
Elizabeth J. Hanlon was born in Chicago, IL and passed away peacefully on 10/12/2025 in Tinley Park, IL at the age of 92.
Elizabeth (Betty) was preceded in death by her husband of 69 years John (Jack). Betty is survived by brother Jerome, children Colleen (Len), Maureen (William), Michael (Joanne), Therese (Ron); 10 grandchildren – Kevin, Amanda, Kelli, Dustin, Michael, Jennifer,...
Virginia Scatena
Sep 29, 2025
Virginia Scatena, 89, of Midlothian, Illinois passed away peacefully on September 29 th after a stay at Sunny Hill Nursing Home of Will County.
Virginia was born October 10, 1935 in Chicago, Illinois to the late John and Helen (Stopka) Pawela. On April 27, 1957 she married Bernard “Bud” Scatena and they were married 46 years until Bud’s death, September 2003.
Virginia...
