Jerome R. Mackowiak
Feb 22, 2026
Jerome R. “Jerry” Mackowiak, age 74, suddenly, of Highland, IN, formerly of California. Jerry was born January 7, 1952 and passed away Sunday, February 22, 2026. Father of Andrea Mackowiak. Dear brother of Marilyn (late John) Walsh and Raymond Mackowiak. Kind nephew of his aunts and uncles and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Jerome B....
Wayne A. Deinema
Feb 21, 2026
Wayne A. Deinema, age 94, of Lansing, IL, passed away on Saturday, February 21, 2026. Beloved husband of the late Joyce E. Deinema , nee Van Schouwen. Loving father of Beth (late Peter) Nyquist, Marcia (Randal) Tamminga, and Janice (Timothy) Van Zuidam. Cherished grandfather of Sarah (Josh) Huisman, Jill (Kevin) Schwendeman, Lauren Carter, Lindsey (Anthony) Kritikos, Elizabeth (Xavier) Counts, Nathan...
Clara C. Wasko
Feb 21, 2026
Clara C. Wasko, nee Pszczola, age 98, of Highland, IN, passed away peacefully Saturday, February 21, 2026 with her family at her side. Clara found her greatest joy with her family. She is survived by her daughters, Carol Elliott, Sharon and Eileen Wasko; her granddaughter Kim (David) Nowak; and her cherished great-grandchildren, Delaney and Joshua. Sisters Helen Rymarczyk, Barbara (Lynn)...
Geraldine "Geri" Pauline Behrens
Feb 20, 2026
Geraldine (Geri) Pauline Behrens (nee Gotfryd), age 80, of Crete, IL, formerly of Chicago (Roseland) and Dolton, passed into a better world on February 20, 2026; daughter of the late Jacob Vincent Gotfryd, Jr. and Valeria Krecioch. Wife of the late Timothy (Tim) Behrens for 57 years, mother of the late Timothy James (TJ, 1971-2017), sister-in-law of Patricia Reid, Arlene...
Johnny A. Swanson
Feb 16, 2026
Johnny A. Swanson, age 72, of Valparaiso, IN, passed away Monday, February 16, 2026. Beloved husband of 51½ years to Linda C. Swanson, nee Lenza. Loving father of Mark (Mandy) Swanson, Corey Swanson, and Karli Swanson. Proud grandfather of Angela Hunt and Kaitlyn Swanson; great-grandfather of Gianni and Leilani. Dear son of Elsie and the late Ralph Swanson. Kind brother...
Theodore Van Milligan Jr.
Feb 15, 2026
Theodore Van Milligan Jr., age 72, of Lynwood, IL, went home to his Lord and Savior on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Dear brother of Glenn (Joanne) Van Milligan, Barbara (Bill DeBoer) Prince, and Nancy (late D. Dale) TerHaar. Loving uncle to many nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Theodore and Catherine Van Milligan. Theodore was a lifelong...
Joanne Venhuizen
Feb 15, 2026
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Joanne Venhuizen, née Huisenga, age 90, of South Holland, IL, went home to her Creator on Sunday, February 15, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Cornelius “Neil/Kees” Venhuizen and mother of Bernard (Rosalinda) Venhuizen, Ruth (William) Martin, and Gayle (Dave) Beezhold. Proud grandmother and Oma of Cornelius “Neil”...
Victor A. Sweetwood
Feb 15, 2026
Victor A. Sweetwood, age 67, of South Chicago Heights, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family Sunday, February 15, 2026. Beloved husband of 49 years of Jeanne Sweetwood nee Kuebler. Loving father of Alan Sweetwood, Andrew (Katie) Sweetwood, Aaron (Katie) Sweetwood, Amy Sweetwood, Andy Sweetwood and “bonus” father of Rachel Lemarr. Cherished grandfather of Gianna, Kayley, Scarlett and Vivien. Dear...
Daniel Lee Disselkoen
Feb 14, 2026
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Daniel Lee Disselkoen, age 52, of Grant Park, IL, went home to his Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 14, 2026 after a short battle with cancer. Beloved husband of Christine Disselkoen, nee Wieringa. Loving father of Daniel Jacob (Alexandra) Disselkoen, Ryan (Aslynn) Disselkoen, Jared Disselkoen, and Valerie...
Virginia Hoadley
Feb 13, 2026
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Virginia Hoadley, nee Gwyn, age 101, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 13, 2026. Loyal wife of 80 wonderful years to the love of her life the late Joseph. Mother to Don and Regina. Granny of Dawn, Rob, Shawn, Patrick, Brian, and Megan. Great-Granny of Kristin, Grant, Laurin,...
Marilyn Derks
Feb 13, 2026
Marilyn Derks, nee Maas, age 69, went peacefully home to her Lord and Savior on Friday, February 13, 2026. Beloved wife of Dan Derks. Loving mother of Carla (Chris) Huang, Katie (Tim) Geeve, and Patti (TJ) Slager. Loving grandmother of Alex and Morgan Huang, Aiden Derks, Dani Geeve, Brayden and Camden Slager, late Kaylee Derks, and the late Camryn Slager....
Shirley Mae Dykstra
Feb 13, 2026
Shirley Mae Dykstra, nee Drenth, age 91, of St. John, IN, passed into eternal life on Friday, February 13, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Richard “Dyke” Dykstra. Loving mother of Rick (Joellen) Dykstra, Tami (late Mark) Mulder, and Steve (Deanne) Dykstra. Cherished grandmother of Rich (Amy) Mulder, Andy (Alli) Mulder, Dana (Mitch) Corry, LaRae (Craig) Walker, Sam (Amanda) Dykstra,...
Hubert Jargella
Feb 12, 2026
Hubert Jargella, age 94, formerly of Sauk Village, IL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 12, 2026. Loving husband of the late Angeline Jargella, nee Sparaga. Devoted father of Joseph (Penny) Jargella, Mary (Deane) Day, and the late David Jargella. Cherished grandpa of Ashton Day and the late Maygan Jargella. Also honorary grandpa of Carolina Garcia Leahy and Natasha Kolebaeva....
Laurie Lynn Fuentes
Feb 12, 2026
Laurie Lynn Fuentes (née Calabrese), age 59, of South Chicago Heights, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Thursday, February 12, 2026.
Beloved wife of Daniel Fuentes. Loving mother of Anthony Calabrese and Timothy Kvasnicka. Cherished grandmother of Eliana, Caroline, and Timothy Kvasnicka. Dear sister of Deana (Jim) Michaels, Cathy (John) Chiarelli, and Julie Calabrese. Sweet aunt to many...
Delores Grace Georgi
Feb 11, 2026
Delores Grace Georgi nee Haut, age 96, of Crown Point, Indiana, formerly of Crete, Illinois passed away peacefully Wednesday, February 11, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Vincent (JJ) Georgi. Loving mother of Dominic (Linda) Georgi and Jimmy (Lynda) Georgi. Cherished grandmother of Brent (Joyce) Georgi, Melissa (Jamie) Cosgrove, Tim Georgi and Michael Georgi and great-grandmother of seven great-grandchildren. Dear...
Christopher Mihas
Feb 9, 2026
Christopher Mihas was a devoted husband, proud father, adoring grandfather, and loyal friend whose life was defined by love, laughter, and a very specific menu.
He was deeply devoted to his wife, Nancy, and together they built a life rooted in family, tradition, and unwavering support for one another. Christopher was a loving father to Tara Ruffolo and Jeremy Mihas, and...
Steven L. VanDommelen
Feb 7, 2026
Steven L. VanDommelen, age 70, of New Lenox, IL, passed away on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Beloved husband of Brenda VanDommelen, nee Beukema. Loving father of Ryan (Allison) VanDommelen, René (Mike) Sherman, and David (Liz) VanDommelen. Cherished grandfather of Zachary, Nicholas, Conner, Mady, and Evan. Dear brother of Daniel (Bev) VanDommelen and Kathy (Steve) Schaaf. Kind uncle of many nieces...
Eleanor Derks
Feb 7, 2026
Eleanor Derks, nee Harmsen, age 91, went peacefully home to her Lord and Savior on Saturday, February 7, 2026. Beloved wife of the late Robert “Bob” Derks. Loving mother of Dan (Marilyn), Craig (Marisa), Jerry (Karen), and Linda (Jeffrey) Colvin. Loving grandmother of 13; great-grandmother of 25. Dear sister of the late Dorothy (late George) DeVries, late John (late Jennie)...
Myra Hope Altgilbers
Feb 6, 2026
Myra Hope Altgilbers, 77, of Schererville, Indiana traded her earthly angel wings for heavenly wings on February 6, 2026. She was born on February 4th, 1949 in Gary, the loving daughter of Zyla Mae and Richard Opasik.
Myra was a passionate gardener whose love for nurturing plants mirrored the love she gave to her family. Her garden was not just a...
Dwight Cosmo Volpe
Feb 5, 2026
Dwight Cosmo Volpe, age 79, of Chicago Heights, Illinois, went to be with the Lord on Thursday, February 5, 2026, in his home in the company of his loving family.
Dwight was born in Chicago Heights on May 1, 1946, to Vincenzo and Lucy Volpe. He was a graduate of Bloom High School and enlisted in the United States Navy serving...
