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Dolores A. Dathe

Dolores A. Dathe

September 5, 2025

Dolores A. Dathe, nee Sawicki, age 95, beloved wife of the late Kenneth Dathe (1986). Loving mother of Joyce Kaminski, Elaine (Patrick) Sexton, Kenneth Dathe and the late Janet (Paul) Kawczynski. Cherished grandmother of Kelly (Shane) Feltz, Kimberly Kawczynski, Katie (John) Colletti, Tiffany (Patrick) Lynch, Jessica (Greg) Zurowski and the late Paulie Kawczynski. Dearest great-grandmother of Brenden, Madison, Carter, Colin,...

James E. "Jim" Altman

James E. "Jim" Altman

September 5, 2025

James E. Altman, age 73, of Tinley Park, IL, passed away on Friday, September 5, 2025. Jim was diagnosed with mesothelioma in 2021. He fought a long, hard journey with this disease until he had no fight left in him.

Jim is survived by his childhood sweetheart and wife of 55 1/2 years Trudy Altman. He was a proud father to...

Janice Jean Hollis

Janice Jean Hollis

September 3, 2025

Janice Jean Hollis, nee Jackson, age 75, beloved wife of the late Patrick Henry Hollis, Sr. Loving mother of Tammy (Denny) Raehl, Elizabeth (Matthew) Johnson and Mary Lou (Jerry) Flynn. Cherished grandmother of Kenny, Francisco, Jimmy, Rosalinda, Alexis, Angelo, Reagan and Andrew. Dearest great-grandmother of Anais, Arianna, Addison, Azrael and Jacob. Dear sister of Albert Jackson, Jr., and the late...

Richard J. "Rich" "Heinz" Huisenga

Richard J. "Rich" "Heinz" Huisenga

September 3, 2025

Richard J. "Rich" "Heinz" Huisenga, age 76, U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran. Beloved husband of the late Julie Huisenga, nee Laughlin "808 I Love You More". Loving father of Jilian (Anthony) Ziccardi. Cherished grandfather of Adison and A.J. Dear brother of Donald (Ruth) Huisenga, Barbara (Ronald) Schutt, Patricia (late William) Tellano, Debra (Richard) Wiltjer, Kenneth (Valerie) Huisenga, David (Beth) Huisenga and...

Keith A. Kuncic

Keith A. Kuncic

August 18, 2025

Keith A. Kuncic, age 64, US Navy and US Army Disabled Veteran, devoted son of the late Robert and Shirley (nee Coomey) Kuncic. Survived by his two sisters Karen Kuncic and Kathy Kuncic. 

Interment with Military Honors will take place at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 20953 Hoff Road, Elwood, IL on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 12:00 Noon. Please meet at...

Jason Schmidt

Jason Schmidt

August 6, 2025

Jason Schmidt, 53, of Flossmoor, IL, passed on Wednesday, August 6, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. Jason was diagnosed with a rare cancer in 2022 and, despite a dire prognosis, survived a remarkable 2-1/2 years to become the longest-known survivor of his type of cancer. He endured all treatments with his often satirical sense of humor. His family and...

Fred H. Brouwer

Fred H. Brouwer

July 21, 2025

Fred H. Brouwer, age 84, passed away peacefully at home on July 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Fred was the devoted husband of Paulette Brouwer for over 60 years. He was a proud father to Fred H. Brouwer, Jr. and Michael Brouwer (Linea), and a cherished grandfather to Faith and Michael Brouwer. He was preceded in death by his...

Mary L. McCoy

Mary L. McCoy

August 15, 2025

Mary L. McCoy, nee Scarlata, age 94, beloved wife of the late Lorn (2010). Loving mother of Frank (Peggy) Navarrete, Michael (Patricia) Navarrete, Raul (late Connie) Navarrete, Barry Navarrete and preceded in death by Mary Ellen Cogliense, Elizabeth Hagbom, Mary Christine (late Donald) Grudzinski and Kevin Navarrete. Cherished grandmother of 13. Dearest great-grandmother of 23. Survived by her sister Frances...

Rosalene E. "Rose" Boyd

Rosalene E. "Rose" Boyd

August 31, 2025

Rosalene E. "Rose" Boyd, nee Ferroni, age 92, beloved wife of the late Charles R. Boyd (1997). Loving mother of Stephen Boyd and Michael (Patricia) Boyd.

Rose worked as a banking associate for three banks and retired after 35 years of service.

Relatives and friends are invited to meet directly at St. George Church, 6707 W. 175th St., Tinley Park, IL 60477...

Marilyn Ozinga Istel

Marilyn Ozinga Istel

August 30, 2025

Marilyn Ozinga Istel, nee Seils, 100 years old, beloved wife of the late Richard Ozinga and the late Lawrence Istel. Loving mother of Richard (Judy) Ozinga, James (Jan) Ozinga and Dr. David (late Heidi) Ozinga. Cherished grandmother of Jennifer (Tim), Kimberly (Jeremy), Jeffrey (Seana); late Julie, Kristen, Amy, Ryan (Tori); Dr. John(Lorrie) and Sean. Dearest great-grandmother of 11. Dear sister...

Neha Desai

Neha Desai

August 30, 2025

Neha Desai, age 45, beloved fiancé of George Cotton. Devoted daughter of Avinash and Varsha Desai. Loving sister of Priya Desai (Jonathan Yutzy). Neha cherished her beloved dog, Gus. Dear granddaughter of Savi. Dearest niece, cousin, and friend of many.

Neha was a beacon of creativity and compassion; she touched countless lives through her charitable work and generous spirit. She loved...

Heidi R. Ozinga

Heidi R. Ozinga

August 27, 2025

Heidi R. Ozinga, nee Josupait, age 62, beloved wife for 36 years to Dr. David W. Ozinga. Loving mother of Dr. John (Lorrie) Ozinga and Sean Ozinga. Devoted daughter of the late Rev. John and Erna Josupait. Cherished sister of Dr. John (Cynthia) Josupait. Dearest daughter-in-law of Marilyn and the late Richard Ozinga. Dear sister-in-law of Richard (Judy) Ozinga and...

Christel R. "Chris" Bastien

Christel R. "Chris" Bastien

August 19, 2025

Christel R. "Chris" Bastien, nee Szeklinski, age 91, of Palos Heights, IL, died on August 19, 2025. Beloved wife for over 65 years to Wayne P. Bastien. Loving mother of the late Daniela (Mark) McClellan and the late Nicole Bastien. Cherished grandmother of Jackie (Eddie) Groberski, Eric McClellan and Greg McClellan. Dearest great-grandmother of Evelyn. Dear sister of Uwe Szeklinski...

Gina M. Polcaster

Gina M. Polcaster

August 10, 2025

The one and only Gina Michelle Polcaster, 53, cherished daughter of Charles "Chuck" and Alice Polcaster. Treasured sister to Jim & Heather, Erik, Tony & Karina. Cool Aunt G to Thomas, Tori, Gia, and Enzo. Fond niece of Michelle Gaimari, Sue & Art Hopkins, the late George Schurwanz, George & Heidi Polcaster, Susan & Michael Kelley, the late Rick &...

Ronald L. Korhorn

Ronald L. Korhorn

August 10, 2025

Ronald L. Korhorn, age 78, U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran. Beloved husband for 57 years to Mary, nee Bermes. Loving father of Jeff (Shellie) Korhorn and Michael (Jenna) Korhorn. Cherished grandfather of Benjamin (Miranda), Micah (Kiley), Abigail and Eliana; Samuel and Liliana. Dearest great-grandfather of Phoebe. Dear brother of Samuel (Fran) Korhorn and the late Glenn Korhorn. Fond uncle of Deanna...

Donna Lee Schnayer

Donna Lee Schnayer

August 9, 2025

Donna Lee Schnayer (nee Vajko) age 80 of Antioch IL, passed away on August 9th, 2025. Donna was preceded in death by her husband Wayne A. Schnayer, Sr. and grandson Zachery W. Schnayer. Donna is survived by her daughters Michelle (Bryan) Richards, Paula (Greg) McDaniel, Karen (Michael) Bertacchi, Joy (John) Paunovic; son Wayne A. Schnayer, Jr.; grandchildren Shannon Richards, Carson...

Timothy S. Hughes

Timothy S. Hughes

August 8, 2025

Timothy S. Hughes, age 47, beloved husband for 20 years to Diana, nee Zelensky. Loving father of Bailey and William. Devoted son of Don and Judy Hughes. Dear brother of Sonya (Tim) Rose. Dearest uncle of Brittany, Jacob and Kaylee. Fond son-in-law of Donna Zelensky (Albert Panozzo).

Services are private.

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Robert M. Craven

Robert M. Craven

August 6, 2025

Robert (Bob) M. Craven, 99, passed away peacefully on August 6, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. Born in Chicago on November 12, 1925, Robert lived a life marked by faith, service, and devotion to those he loved.

A proud veteran of World War II, Robert served his country with honor and courage, carrying the lessons of sacrifice and...

Maureen C. Nelson

Maureen C. Nelson

August 6, 2025

Maureen C. Nelson, nee McDonough, age 82, beloved wife for 62 years to Bradford Nelson. Loving mother of Brian Nelson, Barry Nelson and the late Brandon Nelson. Cherished grandmother of Alec, Eric, Elizabeth, Zachary and Luke. Dear sister of Erin (James) Treadway. Fond aunt of Shannon (Giovanni) Giordano and Jim Treadway.

Maureen was a bookkeeper with SEIU Local 4 for 23...

Larry S. Kociolek

Larry S. Kociolek

August 2, 2025

Larry Stanley Kociolek, loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully on August 2, 2025, at the age of 78, surrounded by his family. Although he battled heart disease for half of his life, his illnesses never defined him. Rather, he was a man whose life was defined by service, dedication, and an unshakable love for family and the...