William Earl Kimbrel
Jan 24, 2026
William “Bill” Kimbrel (age 56) died peacefully at home after a nearly three-year battle with lung cancer. Bill was born in Hammond, Indiana, in 1969 to parents Wilbur and Janice Kimbrel. A daredevil in his own right, Bill was known throughout his childhood for death-defying stunts, including accidental pyrotechnics, makeshift lawn-chair bicycle ramps, and many emergency room visits.
Bill met his...
Susan A. Fennema
Jan 20, 2026
Susan A. Fennema, nee Ball, age 80, of Lansing, IL, passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Loving mother of Heather Lee Plebanski, late infant John Michael Fennema, and the late David James Fennema. Cherished grandmother of Bailey Nicholas Plebanski, Madison Ashley Plebanski, and Spencer Fennema. Great-grandmother of Paisley Jordan Olson and Kialey Jordan Olson. Dear sister of Joan Conces,...
Joyce A. Hooppaw-Winner
Jan 19, 2026
Joyce Ann Hooppaw-Winner, nee Finney, age 92, of Cedar Lake, Indiana, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, January 19, 2026. She was blessed with two loving husbands during her lifetime being the dedicated wife of William Hooppaw and Robert Winner, both preceding her in death. She was born in Illinois but retired with her husband William Hooppaw to Arizona...
Timothy J. Igielski
Jan 16, 2026
Timothy J. Igielski was born in Chicago, IL on March 27, 1954. He unexpectedly passed on January 16, 2026. He is preceded in death by his mother, Esther Igielski of Lansing, IL, his father, Rudoph (Rudy) Igielski and brother, Richard (Ricky) Igielski of Chicago, IL.
Tim is survived by his wife Debrah (Lindholm) Igielski, his daughters, Michaelene Igielski, Stacey (Christopher) Somervell,...
Patricia Ann Common
Jan 7, 2026
Patricia Ann Common was born on December 5, 1962, in Lexington, Mississippi, to Mary Montgomery Davis and James Common. Her family later moved to Chicago, Illinois, where she attended Hyde Park Academy High School.
After graduating from high school, Patricia remained in Chicago and started her career working at Walgreens Photo Studio downtown Chicago, before finding her professional home at Cole...
Patricia Alice Kingen
Jan 13, 2026
Patricia (Pat) Kingen, (nee Morton), age 81, of Highland, IN, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Loving wife of David Kingen. Devoted mother of Jim (Jill) Kingen of Denver, CO and Danielle (late Don) Churilla, of Dyer, IN. Cherished grandmother of Sydney and Gavin Churilla, and Grace and Josh Kingen. Dear sister of Barbara Morton, and sister-in-law of...
Robert William Pluskota Sr.
Dec 25, 2025
Robert W. Pluskota, age 86, of South Chicago Heights, IL. passed away peacefully on December 25, 2025. Robert W. Pluskota was born on July 19, 1939. He had a sister, Geraldine Martin. He was born to John and Irene Pluskota.Robert was the beloved husband of 63 years to the late Marjorie R. Pluskota. Robert was the loving father of John...
Jo Ann Moore
Dec 12, 2025
JoAnn Moore nee Curling, of South Chicago Heights, Illinois passed away peacefully on Friday, December 12, 2025. Loving mother of Lutricia (Charles) Rorabaugh, Donna Redlin, Rita Moore and Pattie (Tom) Wozny. Loving grandmother to ten grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren and 4 great-great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband William and her brother Van Curling. She will be...
Virginia Sommer
Jan 20, 2026
Virginia Sommer, nee Novicky, age 82, of Huntley, IL, formerly of Riverdale passed away on Tuesday, January 20, 2026. Loving mother of James (Brenda) Sommer, Richard (Sharon) Sommer and Kathleen (Robert) Pilat. Cherished grandmother of Ryan (Suzie) Sommer, John Sommer, Jonathan (Sarah) Sommer, Samantha (Samson) Chan, Laura (Daryon) Shariati, Logan Sommer, and Evan Pilat. Great-grandmother of Brynn Chan, Atticus Chan,...
Vernon A. Lich
Jan 19, 2026
The funeral service will be live streamed from our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/SmitsFH
Vernon A. Lich, age 91, of Schererville, IN, formerly of Lansing, IL, went home to his Lord and Savior on Monday, January 19, 2026. Beloved husband of late Nellaine J. Lich, nee Slager. Loving father of the late Vernon A. (late Beverly) Lich Jr., Lois (Jeffrey) Fennema,...
Leonard W. Kasper
Jan 17, 2026
Leonard W. Kasper, “Lenny K”, age 75, of Schererville, IN, passed away on Saturday, January 17, 2026. Lenny is survived by the love of his life, Carol Moschini; his children Thomas Kasper and Kimberly (Tyler) Price; his step- daughters, Christina (David) Tucker and Deanne (Todd) Mallan and many extended family members as well as his cat Kitty K. Preceded in...
Paul Bruce Dean
Jan 14, 2026
Paul Bruce Dean, age 53, of Steger, Illinois, passed away Wednesday, January 14, 2025. Loving father of Autumn Dean and Zoe Dean. Cherished son of Linda (Monroe) Daniels and the late Chuck (Sue) Dean. Dear brother of Lenny (Susan) Dean and Debbie (Brian) Palmer. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Paul is also survived by Sonya Brown, the mother...
Mildred M. Hedger
Jan 13, 2026
Mildred M. Hedger, nee Gromala, age 90, of Steger, IL, passed away on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. Beloved wife of the late David V. Hedger. Loving mother of Deborah Sons, David (Jeanne) Hedger, Jeffrey (Daryl) Hedger, James (Jacqueline) Hedger, and Diana Hedger. Cherished grandmother of Carrie (Benjamin) Lockhart, Jamie (Tom) Walker, Michael (Baily) Sons, Kimberly Traina, Richard (Valerie) DeFries, Christopher...
John G Wagner
Jan 13, 2026
John G. Wagner, 87, of Grant Park, Illinois, went to his home in Heaven on Tuesday, January 13, 2026. John was born December 20, 1938, son of John and Johanna Wagner. He served 2 years in the U.S. Army where he then met his wife of 60 years Lucille Wagner (nee Wassenaar). He was a lifelong farmer in Grant Park...
Joyce M. Reynolds
Jan 12, 2026
Joyce M. Reynolds, age 80, of Crete, IL passed away on Monday, January 12, 2026. Beloved spouse of Karlene Conran. Loving mother of Brandon Buchmeier. Dear sister of Darlene (Steve) Soucie and the late Diane (Steve) Erffmeyer. Kind aunt of many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by her parents William and Elizabeth Reynolds.
Private family services to be held. Arrangements...
Elliott C. Fasel
Jan 12, 2026
Elliott Calvin Daniel Fasel, age 91, of Lowell, Indiana, formerly of Park Forest, Illinois, passed away Monday, January 12, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Gerda Fasel nee Fruhstuck. Loving father of Lynn (James) Patriarca, Michael (Carol) Fasel and Susan (Mark) Magruder. Cherished grandfather of Andrew (Christina) Magruder, Jaime Patriarca, Megan (Josh) Kovach, Benjamin Fasel and Sydney Fasel. Great-grandfather of...
Bertha A. Guzman
Jan 11, 2026
Bertha A. Guzman, nee Arcuri-Cirimarcos, age 87, of Schererville, IN passed away peacefully on Sunday, January 11, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Salvador R. Guzman. Devoted mother of Oscar Guzman, Edward Guzman, and Betty (Joe) Zuccarelli. Loving grandmother of Olivia and Joey. Bertha will be dearly missed by all who knew and loved her.
Visitation Thursday, January 15, 2026 from...
Charles J. Swope
Jan 9, 2026
Charles “Jack” Swope, age 84, of Schererville, IN, passed away peacefully Friday, January 9, 2026. Loving husband of the late Barbara A. Swope, nee Barwick. Devoted father of Christine Swope-Cholewa, and Shawn (Jill) Swope. Proud grandfather of Jacob (Kirsten) Cholewa, and Harper and Piper Swope; great-grandfather of Roran Cholewa. Preceded in death by his parents Charles and Mildred Swope. Jack...
Marian N. Hess
Jan 7, 2026
Marian N. Hess, nee Andersen, age 95, of South Holland, IL, passed away on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. Loving wife of the late Richard Walter Hess. Devoted mother of Judy (John) Porter, Janet (late Richard) Staley, Natalie (David) Blaski, and John (Jenny) Hess. Proud grandmother of James(Sarah) and the late Jennifer Porter, Robert Michael (late Lisa) Staley, Elizabeth (Joshua) Audi,...
Alice F. Michaels
Jan 6, 2026
Alice F. Michaels nee Gant, age 87, of South Chicago Heights, Illinois, passed away peacefully Tuesday, January 6, 2026. Beloved wife of the late William Michaels. Loving mother of Phillip W. Michaels and Kenneth W. (Laura) Michaels. Cherished grandmother of Stephanie (Adam) Daniel, Ryan Michaels, and Holly (Eric) Healey. Great-grandmother of Amelia Segneri. Dear sister of many brothers and sisters...
