Obituary Listing

Jul 26, 2023

John E. Frederick, age 81, of Dyer, IN, formerly of Lynwood, IL, suddenly, passed away Wednesday, July 26, 2023.  Loving husband of Nancy Frederick, nee Wszolek.  Devoted father of John D. Frederick, Nancy Jordan, and Anthony Frederick.  Proud grandfather of Kelly (Robert) Sobucki, Patricia Jordan, Ethan Frederick, Eleni Frederick; great-grandfather of Devin Jordan, Kylie Sobucki, and Kayla Sobucki.  Dear...

Jul 26, 2023

Ernest O. Thurmond, "Ernie" age 85, of Steger, IL, born in Ripley, Tennessee, passed away peacefully on July 26, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Luanne E. Thurmond, nee Tilton. Loving father of Jeffrey (Dina) Thurmond and Tracy (Thurmond) Bosco. Cherished grandfather of Taylor (Florijan) Matic, Austin (Alanna) Konieczka, Nico Bosco, Brittany Thurmond, Lori (Clayton) Sago, and Cori Lopez....

Jul 24, 2023

Marlene Jabaay, nee Van Heest, age 87, of Munster, IN, passed away peacefully on Monday, July 24, 2023.  Loving wife of the late Harry Jabaay. Devoted mother of Diane (Larry) Disterheft, Karen (Jon) Gross, and Bryan (Olivia) Jabaay.  Cherished grandmother of Nicholas Disterheft, Timothy (Brittany) Disterheft, Jessica (Skylar) Schwartz, Chris Disterheft, Cody Disterheft, Caitlin Disterheft, Leah (James) Scanlon, Hannah...

Jul 23, 2023

Phillip C. Grede, age 86, passed away Sunday, July 23, 2023 peacefully at home with his beloved Shih Tzu, Katie, and family by his side.  Phil was born on April 23, 1937, on the south side of Chicago, in the Roseland neighborhood. Phil was very recently preceded in death by his loving wife of 27 years Paula Grede (nee...

Jul 22, 2023

Mary Bernadette Niven, née Truesdale, born April 5, 1958 passed peacefully in her sleep in the early hours of July 22, 2023. After a 30 year battle with multiple illnesses, she was welcomed into Heaven by her mother and father, Donald and Joanne Truesdale (Healy) of Homewood, Illinois. Pieces of her heart are left here with her husband David...

Jul 22, 2023

Delores Knaack, age 81, of Steger, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Saturday, July 22, 2023. Beloved wife of 62 years to Richard L. Knaack. Loving mother of Kathleen (Michael) Morris and Paula (Dean) Jennings. Cherished grandmother of Michael Morris, Kelsey Morris, Olivia Jennings, and Carly Jennings. Delores was preceded in death by her siblings: Diane Crowe, Lucille Himes, Ronald...

Jul 20, 2023

Gerhard John Hauser, age 83, of Steger, Illinois passed away Thursday, July 20, 2023. Loving father of Christine Romania and Erika (Robert) Oswald. Cherished grandfather of Rebecca Romania and Rhiannon Oswald. Best friend of many years to Jay Harris. He was preceded in death by his wife of 58 years Rosemary Hauser and his two brothers. Some of Gerhard’s...

Jul 18, 2023

Leroy Victor Dennis, age 84, of South Chicago Heights, Illinois, passed away Tuesday, July 18, 2023. Loving father of Ricky Leroy (Susan) Dennis, Pamela Lynn Dennis, Scott (Beverly) Dennis, Jeff (Renee) Dennis, Kelly Ann O’nions, Sandy Jo Dennis and the late Randy Joe Dennis. Cherished grandfather of 16 grandchildren and great-grandfather of 19 great-grandchildren. Dear uncle of many nieces and...

Jul 18, 2023

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Marilyn Jean Wories, nee Ball, age 71, of Lansing, IL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 18, 2023.  Beloved wife of Jack Wories.  Loving mother of Chad Wories and Jill McLaughlin. Cherished grandmother of Alyssa, Emma and Jacob Wories, Keegan, Brody, and Bryce McLaughlin....

Jul 17, 2023

Margarito Carreon, age 90, of Sauk Village, Illinois, passed away peacefully July 17, 2023. Beloved husband of the late Rose M. Carreon, nee Pena. Loving father of Sally (Andrew) Smado, Robert Carreon and Mary Ann Carreon. Cherished grandfather of Michael Smado, Sara (Gino) Georgetti and Trevor Carreon; Great-grandfather of Gianna Rose Georgetti and Olivia Marie Georgetti. Dear brother of...

Jul 17, 2023

Ricky Everett Stanley, age 64, of Peotone, Illinois passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023. Beloved husband of Gina A. Stanley nee Collachia. Loving father of Richard Collachia, Jamie Stanley, and late Lafonda. Cherished son of Rachel (late Henry E. Stanley) Jones. Cherished grandfather of many grandchildren. Dear brother of Susan, Nancy (Bob), and Henry Jr. He was preceded...

Jul 17, 2023

Phillip Fred Rossi, age 67, passed away on Monday, July 17, 2023. Loving father of Ashley (Bjorn Bjornson) Fisher and Phillip K. Rossi. Cherished grandfather of Genivieve “Gigi” Rossi and Julia “Juju” Bjornson. Dear brother of Sebastiano (Michelle) Rossi, Lynn (late Joseph) Queiroli, Vincenzo (Eilean) Rossi, Katherine (David) Slover, and Lena Zych. Kind uncle of many nieces, nephews, and...

Jul 16, 2023

Joyce M. Collins, nee Schroeder, age 83, of South Holland, IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, July 16, 2023.  Loving wife of the late Rev. Robert H. Collins.  Mother of Christy (Will) Anderson; step-mother of R. Andrew Collins and Pamela (Rimas Orentas) Collins.  Proud grandmother of Brittani Lambe and Brandon Anderson.  Dearest sister of the late Victor Schroeder, Wayne...

Jul 16, 2023

Barbara Ann (Michalak) Kerstowske, age 87, peacefully passed away in the early hours of Sunday, July 16th at the William J. Riley Memorial Residence hospice care near her home in Dyer, IN.  She was born on July 9th, 1936 in Chicago, IL to Clementine (Sowinski) Michalak and Edward Michalak. She attended Immaculate Conception grammar school and was...

Jul 15, 2023

Paul T. Teske, a loving husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on July 15, 2023, with his family by his side. He was a devoted family man, a faithful Christian, and a hardworking individual who brought joy and warmth to the lives of those around him. Paul's legacy is one of love, faith, and dedication.

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Jul 15, 2023

Jose Cantu age 83 of Steger, IL passed away peacefully at home on July 15, 2023. Beloved husband of Mary L. Cantu, nee Valle. Loving father of Jose Jr. (Christine) Cantu, Sylvia (Douglas) Downing, late Vincent Ray Cantu and the late Sonia Theresa Cantu. Cherished grandfather of Cecilia R. Cantu, Joseph R. Cantu, Gabriella E. Cantu and Anastacia S....

Jul 14, 2023

Constantine W. “Buddy” Shaw, age 57, of DeMotte, IN, formerly of Sauk Village, IL, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 14, 2023, surrounded by his family.  Devoted father of Joshua (Brooklyn) Lemler, Margaret (Garrett) Waugaman, and Cortnie (Nathan) Shaw-Hernandez.  Loving son of Theresa and the late Robert Guntorius.  Proud grandfather of Hazellyn Lemler, Jenavive Lemler, Benjamin Waugaman, Ryan Keller,...

Jul 14, 2023

Bill W. Hall, age 67 of Sauk Village, IL passed away peacefully, July 14, 2023. Beloved husband of Peggy Hall, maiden Strickland. Loving father of Tiffany (Josh) Baker and Rebecca (Wyatt) Twaddle. Cherished grandfather of Sheyanne Tucker, Warren Twaddle and his beloved dog “Buster”. Dear brother of Connie (Donnis) Steele, brother-in-law of Ruth Bryant and Pat (J.L) Gray. Fond...

Jul 13, 2023

Virginia M. Benson, nee Sonnleitner, age 96, passed away on Thursday, July 13, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Robert Benson. Cherished sister of the late Patricia (late Harry) Pierie. Kind aunt of many nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews. Virginia will be missed by all who knew and loved her.

Private family services are to be held....

Jul 12, 2023

Betty Ann Dykstra, nee DeBoer, age 85, of Lansing, IL, went home to her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, July 12, 2023. Beloved wife of the late Marvin Dykstra. Loving mother of Gary (Donna) Dykstra, Terry (Angela) Dykstra, Peggy Sue (Richard) Davis, and Carla (Kevin) VanTil. Cherished grandmother of Christopher Dykstra, Alison (Jon) Mittleman, Libby Dykstra, Tina (Jordan) Hernandez,...