Obituaries

December 24, 2024

Cheryll A. Weakley, nee Cleland, age 68, beloved wife for 45 years to David A. Weakley. Loving mother of Daniel Weakley and Rachel (Sean) Shumard. Cherished grandmother of Teagan and Audrey. Devoted daughter of the late Donald and Virginia (nee Grove) Cleland. Dearest sister of Dr. Donald Jr. (Susan) Cleland. Dear sister-in-law of Beth (Scott) Beck. Fond aunt of many...

December 21, 2024

Helen A. Laurin, 92, after an illness. Cherished wife of the late Adolph. Beloved daughter of her late parents, Stanley and Antoinette (nee Kicmal). Devoted mother of; Ronald (Kathleen), Michael and Joseph. Loving sister of; the late Mary (late George) Lewis, the late Ted (Ann), the late Stella, (late Chip) Zalewski, The late Jean Brevak, the late Walter (Betty),...

December 19, 2024

LauraLee Dove age 73, passed away Dec 19, 2024

Beloved daughter of the late Lee and Dorothy Dove.  Loving sister of Garrett (Jan) Dove, Carla (Ralph) Nuti, Tracy (Linda) Dove, Diane (Tommy) Miller, Brenda (Mark) LoCicero.  Loving aunt to Erinn (Ryan) Miller, Zak (Alyson) Miller, Brandon Nuti, Taylor Dove Sydney LoCicero, Ryan Dove, Logan Dove.  Loving great...

December 17, 2024

Thomas H. Wojewnik, age 70, beloved husband for 30 years to Bernadette, nee Konkol. Devoted father of Keith (Tina) Wojewnik and Erica (Jacek) Bartoszek. Proud grandpa of Logan, Rebecca and Lucas Wojewnik. Beloved son of Betty and the late Harry Wojewnik. Loving brother of Judy (John) Quinlan and Karen (Jay) Monier. Dear brother-in-law of Brian (Sue) Konkol, Beverly (Ron) Krisik,...

December 16, 2024

Maria Kwak (nee Karkoszka), age 87, of Tinley Park. Beloved daughter of her late parents Franciszek and Zofia (nee Zubek). Dearest sister of Jan Karkoszka, the late Aniela Korabik, and the late Stanisław Karkoszka. Cherished wife of the late Marian. Devoted mother of Stanley (Krystyna) and John (Joanna). Loving grandmother of Michael (Stephanie), Kristopher, Agatha (Jacob), and Maggie. Loving...

December 15, 2024

Ray Bauer, 68, at home after an illness.  Veteran U.S.M.C. Vietnam emergency helicopter evacuation of Saigon takeover.  Beloved Son of Raymond and Bertha (nee Brown). Loving husband of the late Marilyn. Cherished significant other of Joy Van Beveren. Devoted father of; Kelly M. Bauer, Brittany R. Bauer, Russell M. Bauer, step-father to Robert M. Speaker and Lesa M. Conlan....

December 15, 2024

John H. Tilleman, age 82, beloved husband for 55 years to the late Dorothy L. "Dottie" Tilleman, nee DeLibera. Loving father of Debbie (Kevin) Reich, Cindy (Mark) Casteel and Tracey (Don) VanWieren. Cherished Opa of Johnathan, Matthew, Andrew (Aubree), Karli (Kevin), the late Meagan and the late Olivia. Fond brother of Evert (late Kathey) Tilleman, the late Maaike Koning and...

December 15, 2024

Samuel R. "Sam" McKinney, Sr., age 71, passed away on Sunday, December 15, 2024 at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL. Beloved husband for 48 years to Debra A. McKinney, nee Maher. Loving father of Samuel McKinney, Jr. (Amanda). Cherished grandfather of Brandy (Clay) Kmiecik and Roain McKinney. Dearest great-grandfather of Libby, Grant and Kinsley. Devoted son of the late Glen...

December 15, 2024

LaVonne M. Sekulich, beloved wife and mother, passed away peacefully in her home in Orland Park, Illinois on December 15, 2024. She was born to Joseph Peter and Kathryn Kimmes. LaVonne was the devoted wife of John A. Sekulich who preceded her in death. She was the cherished mother of Dr. Kim Sekulich. LaVonne had been a kindergarten teacher and...

December 14, 2024

John Rudowicz, at South Suburban Hospital, after an illness.  Detailed funeral arrangements to be announced shortly.

December 14, 2024

Kevin D. Vaughan, age 68, beloved husband for 42 years to Lois A., nee Legreid. Loving father of Justin (Eileen) Vaughan and Andrew "A.J." Vaughan. Cherished grandfather of Monroe, Keeley and Maddox. Devoted son of the late Patrick and Marianne (nee Foley) Vaughan. Dearest brother of Patrick (Liz), Bryan (Susie) and the late Donna Vaughan. Dear brother-in-law of Steve (Myrna)...

December 10, 2024

In Loving Memory of Ronald Eugene Casas January 11, 1939 – December 10, 2024          85 Years Old

Ronald Eugene Casas, cherished husband, father, grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully in his home in Tinley Park, Illinois, on December 10, 2024, surrounded by the warmth and love of his family. Born on January 11, 1939, in Detroit,...

December 9, 2024

Salvatore Floramo Obituary

Salvatore "Sal" Floramo; beloved husband or Mary Ann nee Chiarenza; loving father of Charles J. (Robin Randall) Floramo, Maria (Paul) Adamonis and Donald (Cheryl) Floramo; proud grandfather of Angela (Sylvia), Joseph, Tatiana, Kathryn (Robert Marach), Lauren, Daniel (Nathalie), Emily and Nicholas; cherished great-grandfather of Matthew, Charles and Roman; devoted son of the late Charles...

December 9, 2024

Joseph L. Raftery Jr. – Beloved son of the late Joseph L. Raftery Sr. and Catherine A. Raftery, and devoted husband of the late Patricia A. Raftery.  He is also survived by his loving partner, Catherine “Kate” Sibley.  Devoted father of Joseph “Jay” J. Raftery, the late Brian P. Raftery, Kevin M. Raftery, Jennifer L. Raftery, and Sean T....

December 7, 2024

Becky Pluister, a proud Christian and true Southside Chicagoan with unmatched chutzpah, passed away at the age of 61, leaving behind a legacy of love, tenacity, and unapologetic authenticity. Becky was a force of nature, living many lives within her own. Her vibrant personality and determination were the hallmarks of her character, beloved by many who knew her. A fighter...

December 4, 2024

Raymond Eugene Beaudry Jr.

(1947-2024)

Raymond (Ray) Beaudry Jr. passed away peacefully on December 4, 2024, surrounded by his loving family. Diagnosed with cancer, he faced his illness with unwavering courage, strength, and spirit, inspiring everyone around him. Ray was a devoted father, proud grandfather, caring brother, and a loyal friend to many. His love...

December 4, 2024

Patrick John "Pat" Riley, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 72 on December 4th, 2024. Known for his kindness and generosity, Pat was a caretaker to everyone he met, including in his work as a nurse and healthcare professional. His warm spirit and loving nature will be deeply missed by all who...

December 4, 2024

Robert Frank Smitko, age, 85, of Orland Park, IL passed away on December 4, 2024. Born on May 22, 1939, Robert, affectionately known as Bob, graduated from Kelly High School and furthered his education at the University of Illinois. Bob's career as a Chief Vibrational Engineer with Wrigley Corporation was marked by his significant contributions setting up plants in Russia,...

November 30, 2024

Mr. Albert M. Krueger Sr. Ret. CPD, 80, late of Tinley Park. Beloved husband of Gloria (nee Brumfield)  Loving father of; Albert Jr., Kelly (Frank), Christopher, Michele and Michael. Dearest grandfather of 19, preceded in death by his granddaughter Kristen. Dearest great-grandfather of 9. Loving brother of Sharon (Craig).  Devoted brother-in-law to many. Fond uncle of many nieces and...

November 30, 2024

Richard C. Napoleon, age 86, US Army Veteran, cherished husband for 52 years to Darlene C., nee Sargent. Devoted father of Chris (Alexis) Napoleon and Kevin (Emily) Napoleon. Proud grandfather of Dominic, Ella, Sam, Johnny and Charlie Napoleon. Loving brother of the late Judy (Teri Zabransky) Napoleon and the late Paul (Margie Toigo) Napoleon. Dear uncle of many nieces and...