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James R. "Jimmy" Mason

James R. "Jimmy" Mason

Nov 5, 2024

James R. “Jimmy” Mason, age 66, of South Holland, IL, passed away Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Beloved brother of Charles “Chuck” Mason, and Linda Mason.  Loving uncle of Crista, Graig, and John.  Preceded in death by his parents Charles and Mary Jane Mason.  Jimmy was loved by his family and many friends and will be dearly missed.

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Gunther Lehmwald

Gunther Lehmwald

Nov 4, 2024

Gunther Lehmwald, age 78, of Thornton, IL, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024. He was a loving husband to Cheryl, and they enjoyed many travel adventures together making wonderful memories. Proud father to Nicole (Phil) Buck and step-children, Rob (Deb) Bult, Becky (Kirk) Holdcraft, Loren Bult, and Amy (Dean) Varner. Grandpa Happy was an even prouder grandfather to Covey...

Francisco Javier Padilla-Gutierrez

Francisco Javier Padilla-Gutierrez

Nov 4, 2024

Francisco Javier Padilla-Gutierrez, age 54, of Calumet City, IL, passed away Monday, November 4, 2024. Beloved husband of Norma Martin Guzman. Devoted father of Juanita (Manuel Estrada) Padilla, Ana Elizabet (Gustavo Araiza) Padilla, and Lupita (Juan Barrera) Padilla. Grandfather of Leandro Emilio Barrera. Loving son of Francisco Padilla Lopez and Maria Dolores Gutierrez Hernandez. Dear brother of Ramon Padilla,...

Robert K. Koontz

Robert K. Koontz

Nov 4, 2024

Robert “Bob” K. Koontz, age 75, of Lansing, IL, went home to his Lord and Savior on Monday, November 4, 2024. Beloved husband of Janet Koontz, nee Van Baren. Loving father of Robert (Jill) Koontz, Shannon Koontz, Tracy (Manuel) Montalvo, and Kristopher (Kathleen) Koontz. Devoted grandfather of Ryan (Mallory) Koontz, Kaylynn Koontz, Hailey Montalvo, Jenna Rae Koontz, Logan Montalvo, and...

Joseph J Buggemi

Joseph J Buggemi

Nov 3, 2024

Joseph J. Buggemi, 58 of Country Club Hills, IL, passed away peacefully on November 3, 2024. Joe was a long -time resident of Steger, son of Nena and Carmelo Buggemi.  Joe spent many years living in La Crosse, Wi before returning to Country Club Hills. Joe is survived by his Zagone Cousins and was preceded in death by his...

Patricia A. Van Prooyen

Patricia A. Van Prooyen

Nov 3, 2024

Patricia A. Van Prooyen, nee Van Der Aa, age 84, of Dyer, IN, formerly of South Holland, IL, went home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 3, 2024.  Beloved wife of Jack Van Prooyen.  Loving mother of Susan (Bruce) Mitchell, the late Paul (Linda) Van Prooyen, Mark (Debbie) Van Prooyen, and Laura (Tim Clyne) Van Prooyen.  Devoted...

James Peter Nykaza

James Peter Nykaza

Nov 3, 2024

James P. Nykaza, age 80, of Steger, Illinois, passed away peacefully, Sunday, November 3, 2024. Beloved father of James Nykaza Jr., Lori Oswald, late Jason Nykaza and stepfather of Steve Zarrella. Cherished grandfather of Dominick Camilleri, Khloe Oswald, and Silas Oswald. Dear father-in-law of Frank Camilleri. Loving brother of Walter (Gerry) Nykaza. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. James...

Debra L. Brummel

Debra L. Brummel

Nov 3, 2024

Debra L. Brummel, age 64, went home to her Lord and Savior on Sunday, November 3, 2024. Beloved wife of Tony Brummel. Devoted mother of Alyssa Brummel and Derek Brummel. Proud grandmother of Lance Anthony and Ruby Brielle. Loving daughter of Peter and Shirley Schurman. Dear sister of Diane (David) Vander Schaaf, David (Janice) Schurman, Donna (Greg) Mazrimas, and...

Richard V. Klein

Richard V. Klein

Nov 2, 2024

Richard V. Klein Age 94, Altamonte Springs, FL Formerly of South Holland, IL

Richard V. Klein passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 2, 2024. He was the beloved husband of 70 years to the late Delores L. Klein (née Cericola). Loving father to Cynthia (Stanley) Schilling and...

Robert J. Homans

Robert J. Homans

Nov 1, 2024

Robert J. Homans, age 88, of Demotte, IN, passed away Friday, November 1, 2024.  Beloved husband of Minnie Homans, nee Van Keppel.  Loving father of Gregg Homans, late Scott (Allison) Homans, Lori (Max) Geremia, Robert Homans, Russell (Dawn) Homans, and Michael (Ericka) Homans. Grandfather of Jeff Homans, Angel Homans, Austin Homans, and Jessica Homans; great-grandfather of Abel Homans, Lylah...

David E. Van Der Molen

David E. Van Der Molen

Oct 30, 2024

David E. Van Der Molen, age 71, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 30, 2024.  Loving husband of Diana Van Der Molen nee Wauchop.

Devoted father of Jennifer, Nicholas (Allison), Katherine, the late David, late Elizabeth, and the late Matthew Van Der Molen.  Proud grandfather of Candace, and Izabela; great-grandfather of Audrey, Ava, and Ella.  Dear brother...

Delores J. Brooks

Delores J. Brooks

Oct 30, 2024

Delores J. Brooks, nee Priebe, age 71, of Dyer, IN, passed away Wednesday, October 30, 2024. Beloved wife of Dennis Brooks. Loving mother of Stephanie (Steven) Steif.  Cherished grandmother of Daniel (Sofia) Reising, Mamie (Kyle) Doty, Ruby (Andrew) Harwood, and Della Jean Steif. Great-grandmother of Daphne and Alena. Dear sister of Ann (late Wayne) Bird, late Shirley (late Lenny)...

Juanita C Rivera

Juanita C Rivera

Oct 29, 2024

Juanita C. Rivera, age 85, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. Beloved wife of David Rivera, Loving mother of David (Anna) Jr., Daniel (Carla), Hector (Eva) Rivera, Carol (Glenn) Stive, Linda (Anthony) Rivera-Krabbe. Cherished grandmother of David (Stacey) Jr. III, Jaymon Simon (Angela), Daniel (Andrea) Rivera Jr., Jennifer (Luis) Muñoz, Alexander Soteris, Andrea Stive, Lauren...

Rev. Robert D. Ritsema

Rev. Robert D. Ritsema

Oct 29, 2024

Rev. Robert D. Ritsema, age 80, of Cedar Lake, IN, formerly of Grand Rapids, MI went home to his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, October 29, 2024. Husband of Cheryl Ritsema, nee Van Til.  Loving father of  Robert M. (Lisa) Ritsema, Laura (Gary) Schreiber, and Staci (Darrell) Dies. Grandfather of Austin (Shianne) Ritsema, Seth Ritsema, Makenzie Ritsema, Margot (fiancé...

Margaret J. Hoekstra

Margaret J. Hoekstra

Oct 28, 2024

Margaret J. Hoekstra, nee Van Kalker, age 94, of Beecher, IL, went home to her Lord and Savior on Monday, October 28, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Fred Hoekstra.  Loving mother of Diane (Bill) Vlietstra and Fred (Jan) Hoekstra.  Cherished grandmother of Kristin (Chad) Schmidt, Bill (Tricia) Vlietstra, Kim (Kevin) DeBlock, Aron (Sarah) Hoekstra, Ryan (Karen) Hoekstra, and...

Randall J. Bahm Sr.

Randall J. Bahm Sr.

Oct 28, 2024

Randall J. Bahm Sr., age 67, of Thornton, IL, passed away Monday, October 28, 2024. Beloved husband of Judith Bahm, nee Wigsmoen.  Loving father of Candece (Shawn) Griffin, Randall (Hollie) Bahm Jr., Joey (Chevoyn) Bahm, Andrew (Jennessa) Bahm, and Bradley Bahm. Loving grandfather of seven grandchildren and six great-grandchildren. Dear brother of Terri Bahm and the late Steven Bahm.  ...

Donald W. Churilla

Donald W. Churilla

Oct 27, 2024

Donald W. Churilla of Dyer, IN, formerly of Hammond, IN, passed away on Sunday, October 27, 2024 at the age of 54.

Don is survived by his wife, Danielle Churilla (nee Kingen); their two children, Sydney and Gavin Churilla; mother, Joanne Churilla; father, Dennis (Marilyn) Churilla; brothers Dennis (Heather) Churilla and Dan (Laura) Churilla; father and mother-in-law...

Marie O'Laughlin

Marie O'Laughlin

Oct 26, 2024

Marie O’Laughlin, nee Shawley, age 95, of Steger, Illinois, passed away peacefully, Saturday, October 26, 2024.

Born on June 2, 1929 in Scotland County Missouri, Marie lived a full, adventurous and vibrant life. She was the loving wife of Gavin O’Laughlin, who preceded her in death by fourteen years. Together, they raised a family of 2 children...

Cody James Thornhill

Cody James Thornhill

Oct 25, 2024

Cody James Thornhill, age 31, of Park Forest, Illinois, passed away, Friday, October 25, 2024. Beloved father of Davi Feliciano. Loving son of James “Dan” (Wendy) Thornhill and the late Susan Ostrander-Thornhill. Dear brother of Ryan Glassner, Megan Thornhill, Craig (Stephanie) Cohea, Jessica (Matt) Stalla, Carla Werich and Randy Werich. Cherished grandson of Diane (late James) Thornhill and Patricia...

Carol M. Barnes

Carol M. Barnes

Oct 23, 2024

Carol M. Barnes, nee Rietveld, age 82, of Crete, IL, formerly of South Holland, IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, October 23, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Marcus “Mark” Barnes.  Loving mother of Brenda (Nathan) Davis, Melanie (Nick) Aitken, Mark (Deanne) Barnes, Charles Barnes, and Brian (Gina) Barnes. Loving grandmother of 16 grandchildren with one deceased,...

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