Obituaries

May 4, 2024

Richard Puccini, Jr.; beloved husband of Caroline nee Sands; beloved father of Gina (John) Caputi, Richard III (Vanessa) Puccini, Lindsey (Jamal) Hamideh, Elizabeth (Brian) Treacy and the late Anne Puccini; cherished papa of Giovanni, Alexandria, Anne and Ariana Caputi, Meg Puccini, Noah, Sophia, Emma and Salim Hamideh, Leah, Allison and Vivian Treacy, Oliver, Ruby and Clyde Field; devoted son...

May 3, 2024

Clifford H B Johnson, 69, of Chicago, IL was called to eternal rest on May 03,2024. He was the cherished son of late parents, Clifton and June Johnson. Devoted father of Arguna and the late Demetrius and Timothy.  Loving Grandfather of 12 grandchildren. Caring brother of Clifton (Gloria), Ruth, Robert (Sharon) Martin, Rosemary, and Ray.  Fond uncle of many...

May 3, 2024

Kenneth Lee Oostman Sr., age 84, entered God’s kingdom on May 3rd, 2024 after a 14 year battle with Mesothelioma. He passed peacefully at home surrounded by family. A lifelong Chicago native, Ken was born November 28th, 1939, the oldest of seven brothers. Among his many accomplishments, Ken served 6 years in the National Guard and, upon his retirement, 50...

May 2, 2024

Mary "Jeanne" Moeller (nee Byerly), 96, late of Orland Park.  Beloved wife of Robert.  Loving mother of; Larry (Pat), the late Linda Hahn, and Ted (Gail).  Devoted Gram of; Lisa, Erik, Gregg, Sally, Sharon and Kevin.  Proud G.G. of 15, and G.G.G. of 1.  Visitation Wednesday, May 8th, 3-7pm, with a funeral service at 6:00pm.  Interment at a later...

May 2, 2024

It is with great sadness that the family of William "Bill" Lomax, age 78, long time resident of Oak Forest, announces his passing on May 2, 2024. A loving husband to Sharyn (nee Hajduch) his wife of 44 years and wonderful father to his son Zachary. Dear brother of Shirley (late Ronald) Michalsen, the late Marjorie "Peggy" (Roy) Roe and...

May 1, 2024

Terry W. Hubert, age 77, devoted son of the late Emil and Marjorie Hubert. Loving brother of Dee Tracy and the late Linda J. (late Daniel) Kujawa. Dear uncle of Kara and Kaylyn Tracy; and Matthew (Beth) Kujawa. Dearest great-uncle of Austin, Nickolas, Peyton, and Jaxson. Fond cousin of many. Close friend of Nick Trask. Visitation Saturday, September 14, 2024...

May 1, 2024

John Martin Koenig, age 75, son of the late Fred and Virginia (nee Blum) Koenig. John was close to his sister, Kathy Guido, and they spoke on the phone often until she passed. John was a resident of Bethshan Association for 32 years. He was a beloved, longtime member of the Bethshan family, often lovingly referred to as “grandpa”. He...

April 30, 2024

JoAnn M. Sheehan (Reidy) passed away April 30, 2024 after a brief illness. JoAnn was born in Chicago on August 15, 1934 to the late Gerald and Mary (Deacy) Reidy. She was a graduate of St Adrian’s grammar school and Aquinas High School. JoAnn was a self taught seamstress creating everything from day wear to evening gowns. She even created...

April 28, 2024

Mark Nussle of Palos Park, Illinois and Stoughton, Wisconsin died on Sunday, April 28, 2024. He was 86. While it is difficult to summarize this amazing life, it is certain that Mark Nussle was one of a kind. Tall, lanky, gregarious, thoughtful, goofy, curious and loving that was our Dad, Fafa, and Maaark. He lived his life with relish, extracting...

April 27, 2024

Geraldine "Gerry" McCarthy, age 87.

Beloved wife of Daniel "Buck" McCarthy for 61 years.

Loving mother of Daniel (Pamela) McCarthy, Julia (Ralph) Wigboldy, Karen (Scott) Ruckman, and Joseph (Sheri) McCarthy.

Cherished grandmother of Tabitha Heil, Shawn McCarthy, Brandon Wigboldy, Breanna Ryan, Samuel Ruckman, Collin McCarthy, Grace Ruckman, Joseph McCarthy, Emma McCarthy and great...

April 27, 2024

Donna R. Naponelli, nee Popp, age 80, loving mother of Laura (Daniel Sinclair) Naponelli, Bonnie (Dean) Valentine and Kathy (Jacob) Molina. Cherished grandmother of Bret Naponelli, Nicole (Robert) Rub, Candace Morin, and Garrett Valentine. Dearest great-grandmother of Colton Maske, Jude Rub, and Gyliana Rub. Dear sister of Barbara (Mike) Torres, Marcia Popp, and the late Dennis Popp. Donna also loved...

April 26, 2024

Karen L. Bruinius (Jensen), age 66, of Tinley Park, IL, went to be with our Lord on April 26, 2024.Karen was born on October 16, 1957, to Dr. William and Erminie “Jeanne” Jensen in Grand Rapids, MI. After Karen graduated from East Grand Rapids High School in 1975, she went on to study nursing at Calvin College and later transferred...

April 26, 2024

Joi F. Heierling, aged 69, of Frankfort, Illinois, passed away on April 26, 2024 in her home. She was born December 11, 1954, in Chicago, Illinois, to Steven and Janet. “We tell ourselves stories in order to live” - Joan Dideon, 1979 Joi was a passionate storyteller with a big, magnetic personality. Whether it was sharing memories over a meal,...

April 25, 2024

Roger D. Dryfhout, age 73, of New Lenox, IL passed away peacefully into the arms of Jesus on April 25, 2024. Beloved husband for 49 years to Audrey, nee Greenham. Loving father of Matthew (Angelina) Dryfhout, Kenneth (Brenda) Dryfhout, and Sandra (Mark) Hamstra. Cherished Papa of Aaron Dryfhout, Tyce Hamstra, Reese Dryfhout, Cade Hamstra, Zoe Dryfhout, Sydney Dryfhout, Nora Hamstra,...

April 24, 2024

Naomi M. Larsen, nee Bardin, age 95, beloved wife of 38 years to the late Bill R. Larsen (1992). Loving mother of William (Eileen) and Richard (Marie) Larsen. Cherished grandmother of Collette, Sarah, and Nicholas. Dearest great-grandmother of Paxton, Paige, Isabelle, and Lia. Loving aunt of many nieces and nephews. Naomi was a homemaker and was also active in her...

April 21, 2024

Patrick "Pat" Thielmann; Veteran U.S. Army; beloved husband of Nancy nee Costello; loving father of Michael (Stacy) Thielmann and Tina (Steven) Murphy; cherished poppy of Hannah, Hayley, Megan, Heather and Jillian; devoted son of the late Nicholas and late Rita Thielmann and son-in-law of the late Jane Ames; dear brother of Barbara (late Leo) Pijus, Chuck (Donna) Thielmann, Ron...

April 19, 2024

Deborah Lou Hansen, nee Anaman, age 73, beloved wife for 55 years to Daniel H. Hansen. Loving mother of Laura (Anthony) Brookhouse and Daniel L. Hansen. Cherished grandmother of Jessica (Ben) Begeske and Jacob Hansen. Dearest great-grandmother of Carlie, Jordyn and Ashlyn. Dear sister of Ron Anaman, Tim Anaman and the late Hugh Anaman. Visitation Tuesday, April 23, 2024 from...

April 18, 2024

Helena "Babe" Creaney, nee Beukema, age 103, went home to be with the Lord on April 18, 2024. Beloved wife to the late Gerald P. Creaney (1998). Loving mother of Nancy (late Richard ) Sweders and the late Gerald (late Sharon) Creaney. Cherished grandmother of Gerald Sweders, Michele Sweders, Richard Sweders, Timothy (Melissa) Sweders, Erin (Devin) McGuire, Beth-Anne (Jon) Seeley,...

April 16, 2024

Joy Frances Ritzema was born into the arms of Jesus April 16, 2024 at 9:43pm. For being only almost 36 weeks, she was a big girl at 5lbs 12oz and 19.5 inches long! She is preceded in death by two siblings. Joy was the cherished daughter of Gregory and Abigail Ritzema, and granddaughter of Frank and Lisa Voss and Roland...

April 16, 2024

John H. Blitch, age 67, went to be with his Lord and Savior on Tuesday, April 16, 2024 after a well-fought two-year battle with ALS. John was the beloved husband for 41 years to Mary Ellen, nee Bozyk. Loving father of Laurel (Andy) Boyle and John (Katelyn) Blitch. Cherished grandfather of Mackenzie and Camden Blitch. Devoted son of the late...