Obituaries

June 24, 2023

Marilyn F. Werner, nee Fox, age 94, beloved wife of the late Harold "Hal" Werner. Loving mother of Jay (Tony Braswell) Werner, Bonnie (Dave) Mikulich, and Dale (Becky) Werner. Cherished grandmother of Chris Mikulich, Devin Werner and David Werner. Dedicated librarian supervisor for School District 152 in Harvey, IL for many years. Visitation Thursday, June 29, 2023 from 9:30 a.m....

June 23, 2023

Gertrude "Trudi" Lautenbach, nee DeGroot, age 80, went to be with her Lord and Savior on June 23, 2023. Beloved wife for 61 years to Kenneth Lautenbach. Loving mother of Kristine Lautenbach, Kenneth II (Andrea) Lautenbach, Laurence (Tammy) Lautenbach and David (Lisa) Lautenbach. Cherished grandmother of Kenneth III, Brenden, Alexandra (Adam) Smith; Meghan (Jacob) Virgo, Colin (fianceé Lauren Sanford); Jonathan...

June 22, 2023

Eileen JoAnne Steagerman, (nee Rotroff), passed away on June 22, 2023, at the age of 81 in Orland Park, Illinois.  Eileen was born on April 4, 1942, in Oak Lawn, Illinois to Jack and Eileen Rotroff.  She was a hard-working, driven career woman and mother of eight children.  Eileen took great pride in her kids, along with her nieces...

June 20, 2023

Leon Ordonez, Jr., age 68, loving father of Jose Ordonez, Joy Lynn Swann-Ordonez and the late Leon Ordonez III. Cherished grandfather of Adalee. Beloved son of the late Leon and Jesusa (nee Vera) Ordonez. Dear brother of Virginia Najar, David Ordonez, Jose Ordonez and the late Rosa, Josephine, Mariaselda, Herminia and Ramiro. Dearest uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation...

June 14, 2023

Daniel E. Wolak, age 79, of Orland Park, IL passed away at home Wednesday, June 14th, 2023. He was born in Chicago, IL on September 22, 1943 to Edward and Wanda (Kojak) Wolak. Dan is survived by his loving wife Jean (Mergist) of 52 years, his three children; Michael and Brian of New Lenox, IL and Michelle of Frankfort, IL;...

June 13, 2023

Beverly Joan Godfrey (nee’ Zwirn) 81, of Tinley Park, passed away peacefully at her home surrounded by her loving family.

Beverly was born on March 15, 1942, in Chicago, IL. She grew up in the “Back of the Yards” neighborhood of Chicago and attended Five Holy Martyrs Catholic Grade School and St. Joseph’s High School, graduating in...

June 10, 2023

Simon Van Kuiken, age 72, beloved husband for 49 years to Claris, nee Krygsheld. Loving father of Lori (Sean) Harper, Michael (Erin) Van Kuiken and Hilary Van Kuiken. Cherished grandfather of Krysta (Tristen) Angle, Melanie Harper; Henry and Olivia Van Kuiken; Eleanor and Estelle Mitchell. Dear brother of Gail (Don) Kuiken, Jim (Debbie) Van Kuiken, Tillie (Gordon) Grimberg, Nancy (Paul)...

June 8, 2023

Robert C. "Bob" Geis, age 84, beloved husband of Linda Quinn-Geis (nee Young). Devoted son of the late Clement and Hazel Geis. Dear brother-in-law of Russell (Sue) Young and the late Larry (Arlene) Stefanski. Fond uncle and great uncle of many nieces and nephews. Graduate of Valparaiso University. Retired from Wallace Press after 37 years of service. Visitation Friday, June...

June 7, 2023

Henry Kamp, age 88, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, June 7, 2023. Beloved husband for 68 years to Grace, nee Voss. Loving father of Ruth (Richard) Baas, Lambert (Lori) Kamp, Robert (Judy) Kamp, Judy (Ted) VanderWall, Brenda (Dennis) Harms, Mary (Robert) Vos and the late Henry Kamp, Jr. Cherished grandfather of 23. Dearest great-grandfather of 21. Dear...

June 6, 2023

Daniel Harfmann, age 90, of Mokena, IL, passed away on June 6, 2023, with friends and family at his side. Beloved father of Katharina and Daniel, grandchildren Jacob, Ann, the late Nathan, and Sean. Adored great-grandfather of four. Dear brother, cherished uncle, treasured friend, and great neighbor to so many.

Originally from Austria, Daniel was a fun-loving,...

June 4, 2023

Thomas E. Bettenhausen, age 75, Ret. Oak Forest Fireman, passed away on June 4, 2023 at his home in Oak Forest, IL. Beloved husband of Cynthia L. Bettenhausen, nee Brewer and the late Sally L. Bettenhausen, nee Neal (2003). Loving father of Thomas (late Debbie) Bettenhausen, Tammy (Robert) Frankenbach and Anthony (Gayle) Bettenhausen. Cherished grandfather of Dylan, Dawson, Natalie and...

June 2, 2023

Concordio Flores, RN, 85, late of Oak Forest, formerly of South Chicago.  Beloved son of his late parents, Tomas and Leoncia (nee Zarate).  Cherished husband of Aida (nee Guiang).  Devoted father of Andrew (Gina).  Loving brother of; the late Maxima (the late Pablo) Lagatao, the late Justino (the late Rosenda), Marciana (Gregorio) Corrales, Saturnina (the late Daniel) Estrella and...

June 2, 2023

Lynda Kay Packard (nee Bronkhorst) of Vero Beach, Florida passed away June 2nd, 2023. Lynda was born in Chicago, Illinois on August 14th, 1952 to Henry and LaVerne Bronkhorst. She was a resident of Vero Beach, Florida for 7 years, having previously resided in Glen Ellyn, Illinois. She graduated from Evergreen Park High School in 1970. She was married to...

May 31, 2023

Colleen Troy Benté 3/12/1955 – 5/31/2023 Colleen (Troy) Benté, 68, of Oak Forest, IL entered fully into the great kindness of God on Thursday, May 31, 2023. Those who were loved, changed, and inspired by her include her husband of 47 years James Benté, daughter Holley (Casey) Tygrett, granddaughter Bailey Tygrett, sister Cindy (Danny) Pulcini, nephews Brad (Erin) Pulcini, Bobby...

May 30, 2023

Ray Hardison, age 85, beloved husband for 64 years to Minnie Lee, nee Arnold. Loving father of the late Michael Ray Hardison (2020). Cherished grandfather of Sharon, Danny and Sarah. Dear brother of Mildred Padgett and the late Kenny Hardison. Dearest uncle of Wanda (George) Conroy and many other nieces and nephews. Retired supervisor for General Electric with over 43...

May 29, 2023

Gary Alan Eggener, age 80, passed away peacefully on May 29, 2023 with his wife by his side. He was a fun loving gentle man. Gary loved competition and enjoyed playing horseshoes, tennis, pickleball, pool, baseball and bean bags. He would quote Lombardi saying “Winning isn’t everything, it’s the only thing.”

Gary owned his own mechanical contracting...

May 26, 2023

Lance Willard Ostby

Lance Ostby January 21, 1949 – May 26, 2023

Memorial Visitation Wednesday June 14th from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Maher Funeral Home 17101 71st Avenue Tinley Park Illinois 60477 (1 Block East of Harlem Avenue on 171st Street). 7:00 PM Chapel Service with Pastor Don Borling Presiding. Lance will be...

May 26, 2023

Elsie E. Lusinski, 93, late of Tinley Park, after an illness.  Beloved daughter of her late parents, John and Elizabeth (nee Ferstl).  Cherished wife of the late Charles.  Devoted mother of; the late Chris (the late Robert) Shollenberger and Sandy (Rich) Schwantes.  Preceded in death by her siblings; John and Albert.  Dearest grandmother of Hollis (Tony) Ory, Elizabeth (Michael)...

May 24, 2023

Emmanuel "Nick" Flambouras, age 81, U.S. Army Veteran. Beloved husband for 53 years to Beverly, nee Splayt. Loving father of Marnie Harris, Nicki (Jim) Enright and Mark Flambouras. Cherished grandfather of Nicholas Harris, Morgan Harris, Taylor Fugett, Hailey Fugett and Abby Enright. Dearest brother of Dennis (Jan) Flambouras. Dear brother-in-law of Tom (Judy) Splayt. Fond uncle of many nieces and...

May 22, 2023

Frederick F. Siwiec, age 77, U.S. Army Vietnam Veteran. Devoted son of the late Frank and Josephine (nee Nakielna) Siwiec. Loving brother of the late James Siwiec. Beloved companion of Mary Coppolillo. Dear cousin of Ted (Eileen) Patka as well as many others. Visitation at St. Stephen Deacon & Martyr Church, 17500 S. 84th Ave., Tinley Park, IL on Saturday,...