Obituaries

February 12, 2025

Jean E. Wiening, nee Kraus, age 88 of Orland Park, beloved wife of the late Richard Wiening, passed away February 12, 2025 with her sister by her side. She was preceded in death by her husband Richard Wiening, her parents Daniel and Susannah (Fulz) Kraus, her sisters and brother-in-laws, Dorthea and Martin Nienhouse, Elsie and Howard Linz, and Joseph Cryan....

February 11, 2025

Antonio Llano

March 15, 1941 — February 11, 2025

Westchester

Antonio Llano, 83, of Westchester formerly of Berwyn and Chicago’s Little Village, where he was very well known, entered into eternal life February 11th, 2025, after a brief illness. Loving father of Jovita Llano, Raquel (George) Augustin, and Laura Rodriguez. Cherished grandpa of...

February 11, 2025

Lynda M. Flanagan, nee Zralka, age 77 of Orland Park, beloved wife of 53 years to the late Francis M. “Frank” Flanagan, Jr. (2021) passed away February 11, 2025. Loving mother of Kelly (Kenneth “Kent”) Oliven and Jennifer Gallagher. Cherished grandma of Natalie, Ethan, Evan, and Madeline. Dear sister of Carole (Bryant) Rusnak, the late Cecilia (Dan) Kumarich and the...

February 10, 2025

Agnes Graham, 39 (suddenly) of Laporte Ind. Beloved daughter of Ignacy and Boguslawa Fitak (nee Scechura). Cherished wife of James.Loving mother of Briana and Collin. Dear sister of Arthur (Monica) Fitak. Funeral Mass Monday, February 17, 9:15am prayers at the funeral home processing to St George Church for a 10:00 Mass.  Wake to follow, 3-8pm at the funeral home....

February 9, 2025

Marin Mladinic, age 90, born in Split, Croatia. A faithful husband of Carol Ann (Van Laten) for 58 years, who preceded him in death. He is survived by and was father to Krizan Mladinic and grandfather to William Ross, Jovan Mladinic, Melissa Colonna, and Kimberly Mladinic. He was also a great-grandfather, brother to Iskra, and dear uncle to many. He...

February 8, 2025

Rudy J. Lazo beloved husband for 59 years to the late Rosalinda A. "Linda" Lazo (2025). Loving father of Jennifer (Robert Griffin) Lazo, Norman (Lori) Lazo and Jeanette Lazo. Cherished and treasured Grandpa of Arianna Griffin, Robert Griffin III, Darius Boykin and Blake Boykin. Proud and Dearest Great-Grandpa of Sebastian. Grandpa will also be missed by his loyal canine companion...

February 7, 2025

James H. Black, age 74, passed into eternity on February 7, 2025. Jim served as an Army Sergeant Rank E5 in the Vietnam War from August 1970-April 1972. His Dad inspired him with the love of music when he purchased a home organ after which Jim started lessons as a young child. He later chose to attend Moody Bible Institute...

February 6, 2025

Edith Arlene Plantinga (nee Gross), peacefully entered her Eternal Home on February 6, 2025 in the presence and care of her loving family. She was preceded in death by her beloved and devoted husband of 70 years, Warren. She was loved by her children Gary Plantinga, Nancy Plantinga, Jeff Plantinga (Diane) [both deceased], Jerry Plantinga (Becky), Beverly Swanson (Frank), Laurie...

February 5, 2025

Linda C. Bell, nee Frieling, age 72, beloved wife for 47 years to Harold T. Bell. Loving mother of Kristin (Michael) McNeely and Luke (Alexa) Bell. Cherished grandmother of 8 grandchildren: Kellan, Layla and April McNeely; Cooper, Mina, Eddie, Sutton and Greta Bell. Devoted daughter of the late Menno and Alice (Decker) Frieling. Dear sister of Donald (Jan) Frieling, Marlene...

February 4, 2025

Kathleen A. "Kitty" Dunkel, nee Baraniak, age 76, beloved wife of the late Richard W. Dunkel (2018). Loving mother of Jan (Gerald) Chickerillo, Richard Dunkel and Debra (Mitchell) Bartecki. Cherished grandmother of Gerald (Jami), Krystina, Brayden and Nicholas. Dearest great-grandmother of Maeve. Devoted daughter of the late Adam and Evelyn (nee Sitzler) Baraniak. Visitation Monday, February 10, 2025 from 3-7...

February 4, 2025

Tina M. Dillavou, age 53, beloved wife for 33 years of Richard R. Szymendera. Loving mother of Nicole (Andrew Miller) Szymendera and the late Amanda Dillavou. Cherished grandmother of Abbigail and Austin. Devoted daughter of the late Lanny and Judith (nee Cook) Dillavou. Dear sister of Kevin (Becky) Dillavou, Kenny Dillavou, Jeff (Karen) Dillavou, Christine Dillavou, Candy (Larry) Buchanan and...

February 3, 2025

Robert E. "Bob" Miles, age 79, U.S. Navy Vietnam Veteran. Husband of Sharon, nee Seigle. Loving father of John Miles and Steven Miles. Cherished grandfather of Luke and Logan. Devoted son of the late George and Alene (nee Wellborn) Miles. Dear brother of Jean Miles and the late Joan Eckhardt. Fond uncle of Charles Newport and Debra Macklin. Dearest great-uncle...

February 2, 2025

William H. "Bill" Rohlfs, was born in Chicago, IL on November 10, 1923 to Hattie and Herman Rohlfs. Bill passed away on February 2, 2025 at the age of 101. Beloved husband for 72 years to the late Ruth L. Rohlfs, nee Swanson (2022). Loving father of Deborah (Kevin) Elliott and Diane Rohlfs. Cherished grandfather of Kristen (Jeff) Walraven and...

January 31, 2025

Brian O'Connor, 64, at home surrounded by his loving family. Beloved son of Donald and Rita (nee Zeller).  Cherished husband for 39 years of Robyn (nee Maher). Wake Wednesday, February 5th, 3-8pm.  Funeral Mass Thursday, February 6th, 9:15 prayers at the funeral home processing to St. George Church for a 10:00am Mass.  Interment Holy Sepulchre.Further obituary information to follow...

January 31, 2025

Jacob Henry Voss, age 72, son of the late Jacob and Johanna Voss and loving husband of Sharla (Zylstra) Voss, was sent to his Heavenly Home January 31st, 2025. Jacob is survived by his wife (Sharla) and children: Jacob (Tiffany Tibstra) Voss, Shallise Voss, Rashelle (Michael) Thornburg, Joseph (Kristie Duracka) Voss, and Jeremiah (Ashley Jaques) Voss. Jacob was the proud...

January 28, 2025

Linda L. LaMarche, age 77, beloved daughter of the late Williard "Bill" and Genevieve "Jean" (nee Nalepa) LaMarche. Loving sister of Denise (Bill) Pribble and the late William G. LaMarche. Dear aunt of Todd, Billy (Stacey), Traci, Nicole (Martin) and Jodie. Dearest great-aunt of Jordan, Giovanni, Jenna, Arianna and Chloe. Loving cousin of Barbara and Karen. Dear friend of many....

January 28, 2025

Kenneth Alan Stark, age 66, beloved and treasured son of Gloria Stark, nee Bayer and the late Donald K. Stark (2020). Loving nephew, cousin and friend of many. Ken was one of the first residents at Bethshan Association in 1983. He also attended Elim Christian Services. He will be fondly remembered for his sense of humor and quick smile. Ken...

January 28, 2025

Linda Barcelona Wheeler, age 76, suddenly, beloved wife of 55 years to Richard G. Wheeler. Loving mother of Jonathan (Michele) Wheeler, Nicole (Ryan) Brunette and Timothy (Robin) Wheeler. Cherished Nana of Molly, Michael, Lauren, Grayson, Avery and Owen. Devoted daughter of the late Frank and Judith Barcelona. Dear sister of Diane (Steve) Frame, Terri Ulstrup, Mary Ellen McFee, Debra (Steve)...

January 27, 2025

Robert T. "Bob" Burnett, age 79, beloved husband for 43 years to Cynthia A. Burnett, nee Oostema. Loving father of James (Zabrina) Burnett and David Burnett. Cherished grandfather of Cadence and Landon. Dear brother of Dale (Kay) Burnett, Charlie (Janice) Burnett, Norma (Ken) Font, the late James (Eloise) Hamilton and the late Gene (late Phyllis) Burnett. Fond uncle of many...

January 25, 2025

Patricia M. "Patsy" Zelisko, nee Kral, age 81, beloved wife of the late James M. Zelisko (1990). Loving mother of Christine Ruiz, Marianne (Michael) Uribe, and Kathryn Linkowski. Cherished grandmother of Alberto Ruiz, Stephanie Linkowski, Richard (Paige) Linkowski, and Marianne (Christopher) Sakowicz. Dearest great grandmother of Layla, Audrey, Richard, Jason, Jax, Jenson, and Jet. Dear sister of Carol (George) Shore,...