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Ann Dobias
Jun 14, 2026
Ann Dobias, nee Petrusek, age 98, of Dyer, IN, passed away peacefully on Sunday, June 14, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Joseph Dobias. Loving mother of Richard (Jill) and Donna (Robert) Adams. Proud grandmother “Mena” of Lisa (Eric) Krueger, Ryan Adams, Daniel (Stephanie) Adams, Leanne Dobias, Casey Dobias, and Eric Dobias, and Great-grandmother of Gavin and Mia Krueger, and...
David E. Popiolek
Jun 8, 2026
David E. Popiolek, age 49, of Cedar Lake, IN, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 8, 2026 after a courageous battle with glioblastoma. Beloved husband of Kristen Popiolek, née Payovich. Loving father of Robert, Reid, and Tyler Popiolek. Dear son of David C. and Linda Popiolek. Cherished brother of Stacey (Scott) Gasche and Heather Campbell-Popiolek. Proud uncle of Brook, Max,...
Patricia C Duckett
Jun 12, 2026
Patricia C. Duckett, nee Kozlowski, age 92 of Sauk Village, Illinois passed away peacefully June 12, 2026. Beloved wife of 55 years to the late Robert E. Duckett. Dear mother of the late Michael Duckett, Mary Butler and John (Brooke) Duckett. Loving and cherished grandmother of Todd, Martin and Gerald Butler and Nolan and Margaret Duckett. Loving great grandmother of...
William G. Bandstra
Jun 13, 2026
William G. “Bill” Bandstra, age 74, of Frankfort, IL, passed away on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Beloved husband of Patricia Bandstra, nee Miller. Loving stepfather of the late Kimberly Ann Moberg. Dear brother of the late Karen Lubben, late Judy (Steven) Kostowicz, and Joanne (John) Stacey. Kind uncle and cousin to many. Preceded in death by his parents Andrew and...
Mary Elizabeth Manning
Jun 10, 2026
Mary Elizabeth Manning, age 84, of South Holland formerly of Sauk Village passed away on June 10, 2026. Beloved wife of the late John Manning. Loving mother of Ronald (Lisa), John (Loree) and Robert Manning. Cherished grandmother to 9 grandchildren and 16 great-grandchildren. Sister to John (Julie) Garrett and preceded in death by siblings Lawrence Morgan, Richard Welch, Evelyn Brummett,...
Deborah S. Bernardy
Jun 9, 2026
Deborah S. Bernardy, nee Chance, age 75, of Crown Point formerly of Dyer, IN, passed away Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Loving wife of the late Veryl J. Bernardy. Devoted mother of Michael (Tammy) Bernardy and Jeff Bernardy. Proud grandma of Samantha, Hannah, and the late Zachary. Dearest sister of Christine (late William) Arndt, Rebecca (Dan) Becerra, Kelly (Rodger) DePirro, and...
Domingo F. Davila
Jun 8, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and cherished memories that we announce the passing of Domingo Davila, who left this world peacefully on June 8, 2026, after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer.
Born on November 16, 1947, in the warm and welcoming community of Hargill, Texas, Domingo was a beloved son of Andres Davila Barron and Rosalia Garcia Davila. His life...
Maria Melba Fisher
May 26, 2026
Maria Melba Fisher, nee Dy, age 82, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Beloved wife of Wilbert E. Fisher III. Loving mother of Sammy (Isabella) Fisher and Mercy (Dave) Gonzalez. Proud grandmother of Max Fisher, Alex Fisher, Lilly Gonzalez, and Aiden Gonzalez. Loving sister of five brothers and six sisters. Kind aunt of several nieces and nephews. Preceded...
Sherwin J. Harezlak
May 22, 2026
Sherwin J. Harezlak, age 76, of Steger, Illinois, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family Friday, May 22, 2026. Beloved husband of 35 years to Carolee Harezlak nee Williamson. Loving father of Traci Wiitanen, Dana Case, Kenneth Irwin and the late Brad Irwin. Cherished grandfather of 24 grandchildren and 13 great-grandchildren. Dear brother of the late Gary Summa, Sharon Martinez...
Arlene “Lee” Burkhart
Jun 9, 2026
A life so beautifully lived deserves to be beautifully remembered. We sadly announce the passing of Arlene “Lee” Burkhart, age 87, on June 9, 2026.
She was preceded in death by the love of her life, Owen L. Burkhart; her mother, Florence Nastasi; and her brother, Jim Roeske.
Lee is survived by her two children, Dale (Tracy) Johnson and Donna Johnson; her...
Juliana M. Vuletic
Jun 9, 2026
Juliana M. “Dolly” Vuletic, nee Vukasovic, age 91, of Largo, FL, formerly of Calumet City, IL, passed away peacefully Tuesday, June 9, 2026. Loving wife of the late William J. Vuletic. Devoted mother of Scott (late Kelly) Vuletic, and Julie (James) VanPelt. Proud grandmother of Nicole (Matthew) Spencer, and Nadene (Eric) King; great-grandmother of Harper Spencer and Scarlet and Niko...
Clara J. Ruffalo
Jun 5, 2026
Clara Ruffalo (Mamaw), age 84, of Crete, Illinois, passed away on June 5, 2026. Clara was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend. She shared a loving life with her husband, Tony Ruffalo, and found her greatest joy in the family they built together. She is survived by her beloved husband, Tony Ruffalo; her children, Greg Ruffalo, Glen Ruffalo,...
Thomas D'Amico
Jun 4, 2026
Thomas James D’Amico age 79 of Mesquite, Nevada (Formerly of Chicago Heights IL) Passed away peacefully with family by his side holding his hand on June 4, 2026, in St George, Utah
Tom was born in Chicago Heights Illinois August 15, 1946. Tom was a heavy equipment operator/ laborer for 40 plus years who showed up rain or shine and did...
Elaine J. VanDerNoord
Jun 4, 2026
Elaine J. VanDerNoord, nee Poortenga, age 83, of Dyer, IN, formerly of Lynwood, IL, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Thursday, June 4, 2026. Loving wife of Dewey VanDerNoord. Devoted mother of David VanDerNoord, Randall (Shelley) VanDerNoord, Brenda (Lee) Wiltjer, Debra (John) VanKalker, Melanie (Ryan) Zandstra, and Stephanie (Ryan) Regnerus. Proud grandmother of Ashley (Neal) VanBaren,...
Elaine D. E. Charmin
Jun 1, 2026
Our beloved mother, grandmother, sister and friend, Elaine D. E. Charmin, nee Withers, age 87, of Schererville, IN, passed away on June 1, 2026.
Elaine led a full and varied life, defined by her warmth, optimism and enduring love for those closest to her. Born in the English countryside, Elaine pursued her studies in London, becoming a Registered Nurse. While in...
Russell Raiser
Jun 1, 2026
Russell Raiser, age 71, of Dyer, IN, formerly of Glenwood, IL, passed away Monday, June 1, 2026. Loving husband of Lynn Raiser, nee Johnston. Devoted father of Matthew Raiser and Julie (Jack III) Gaham. Proud papa of Madison Raiser, Jack Gaham IV, Donna Gaham, and Lucas Raiser. Dear brother of Kenneth (Joyce) Raiser, the late Arline (late Reiss) Brown, and...
Hazel I. Schell
May 31, 2026
Hazel I. Schell nee Buus, age 87, of Bourbonnais, Illinois, passed away peacefully May 31, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Vincent R. Schell. Loving mother of Robert (Cheryl) Schell, the late Kevin Schell and James (Elizabeth) Schell. Cherished grandmother of Rebecca Schell (Matt Smith), Shannon Schell and Cayden McInturf. Dear sister of Bernice Quale. Fond aunt of many nieces...
Peter James Van Drunen
May 30, 2026
Peter's funeral service will be live streamed at https://www.youtube.com/@crownpointchristianreformed/featured
Peter James Van Drunen, age 50, of St. John, Indiana, went home to be with his Lord and Savior Jesus Christ on Saturday, May 30, 2026.
Peter was the beloved husband of Toni Van Drunen, nee Jabaay, and the loving father of Nolan, Carson, and Paige. He was the devoted son of James...
Jeremy B. Underwood
May 26, 2026
Jeremy B. Underwood, age 71, of Sauk Village, Illinois, passed away peacefully, surrounded by his family, Tuesday, May 26, 2026. Beloved husband of 50 years to Judy Underwood. Loving father of Kimberly Underwood and Nickolas Underwood. Dear brother of Joanne (late Wayde) Gipson, Timmy (Kristi) Underwood, Kathleen Underwood and Josie (Jason) Visi. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews and...
Joseph Michael Glowacki II
May 25, 2026
Joseph Michael Glowacki II, age 72, of Crete, IL, passed away Monday, May 25, 2026. Beloved partner for 25 years of Dawn Bailey. Loving father of Nicholas (Heather) Burmester, Joseph Michael Glowacki III, and Michael (Samantha) Glowacki. Proud grandfather of Nicholas, Everleigh, and Oliver Burmester. Dear brother of the late James Glowacki. Preceded in death by his parents Joseph and...
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