Obituaries

March 13, 2023

Joan A. Tervin, nee Boersma, age 83, loving mother of John Jr. (Margaret) VanderVelde, Kimberly (Harry) Evert, Paul (Karen) VanderVelde and Amy (Randall) Bulthuis. Cherished grandmother of Alan (Amanda) Schubert, Lance Schubert, Samantha (David) Zagotta; Michael VanderVelde; Jacob Bulthuis and Zachary Bulthuis. Step-grandmother of Kelly Marks, Kristin Fredrickson, Melissa Gibbs and Michael Marks. Dearest great-grandmother of Charlize, Dominic, Alexandria, Ryker...

March 12, 2023

Marilyn J. Vanderleest, nee Miralgio, age 72, beloved wife for 39 years to Edward W. Vanderleest III. Loving mother of Heather (Vince) Davis, Seana (Jeff) Ozinga, Tim (fianceé Johna) Vanderleest, Larissa Vanderleest, and Nate Vanderleest. Cherished grandmother of Kyle, Kamryn, Charlotte, and Harvey. Dear sister of Frank (Ione) Miralgio, Alan (Barb) Miralgio, and the late Sharon (Richard) Shovan. Fond aunt...

March 11, 2023

Charles D. Krumrie, of Park Forest, IL and formerly Tinley Park, IL, age 72 passed peacefully on Saturday, March 11, 2023.  He was predeceased by his parents, Homer D. and Charlotte M. Krumrie and his wife, Corliss A. Krumrie, along with a son Jason E. Krumrie.  Charles (aka Charlie or Chuck), is survived by his children, Daniel (Tara), Paul,...

March 10, 2023

Barbara Ann McCann, nee Townsend, age 67, beloved wife for 32 years to Robert "Bob" McCann. Loving mother of Daniel (Emily) Townsend, Gail McCann, Shannon McCann Green (Timothy), Erin McCann and Colleen McCann. Cherished grandmother of Avery and Delila; Jacob, Tyler, Elsa; Addison, Ella and Sam. Devoted daughter of Geraldine (Paul) Dacko and the late Martin Townsend. Dearest sister of...

March 9, 2023

Kenneth E. "Ken" Krout, age 80, beloved husband for 55 years to Harilyn, nee Ray. Loving father of Lance (Chris) Krout and the late Brian Krout. Cherished grandfather of Andrew, Ryan and Alana Krout. Dear brother of Doris McKinzie, Lloyd Krout, Carol (Don) McCrory and the late Baby Boy Krout, Charles (Joyce) Krout, Claude Krout and Judith Ann Krout. Dear...

March 8, 2023

James P. Thomas, 81, late of Tinley Park.  Beloved son of his late parents, William and Theresa (nee Pawolski).  Preceded in death by his siblings Richard, Dorothy, Betty and Nancy.  Loving brother of Karen (the late James) Harter.  Fond uncle of 8.  James was a very kind soul who never hesitated to help anyone in need.  He was very...

March 8, 2023

Harry F. Huddleston, Sr., 98 years, U.S. Navy WWII Veteran of Port Charlotte, FL and formerly of Orland Park, IL passed away on Wed Mar 8, 2023. Never one to linger he passed quickly and on his terms. He lived a life full of adventure, travel, reading, dancing, card playing, joke telling, and storytelling. He enjoyed submitting Publisher’s Clearing House...

March 8, 2023

Robert A. Van Lonkhuyzen, age 71, beloved husband of Lisa Van Lonkhuyzen, nee Blaha. Loving father of Robert C. (Lisa), Ana and Catherine. Devoted son of the late Calvin and Louise Van Lonkhuyzen. Dear brother of Diane (Thomas) Teune, Sandra (Gerald) Swets, Nancy (Michael) Rhodes and the late Curtis Van Lonkhuyzen. Cherished uncle of many nieces and nephews. Fond son-in-law...

March 6, 2023

James Cuadrado 48, late of Oak Forest.  Veteran U.S. Army. Beloved husband, father, and abuelo, was called from labor and laid down his working tools on March 6, 2023 after a 20+ year battle with illness. James was born on November 11, 1974 in Chicago, IL to Sixto and Carmen “Doris” Cuadrado. He graduated in 1992 from George Washington...

March 6, 2023

John C. "Jack" Stroh, age 56, loving father of Abigail. Beloved son of Christine (Terry) Fisher and the late William Stroh (1989). Dearest brother of Laura Kamp, Lisa (Dave) Lautenbach, Andrea (John) Holba, Nicole (Bill) Kouba, Lori (Jon) Popp, Traci (Wes) Petrow and the late Christine Fisher. Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews. Cherished nephew of Karen "T" Dorne....

March 6, 2023

Betty Lucille Whitcomb, age 80, beloved member of the Bethshan family. Everyone who knew Betty, adored her and she quickly touched the hearts of others. Betty loved music, especially children’s worship songs. Singing along with her rendition of “Jesus Loves Me” always brought joy to Betty and those around her. Betty had a feisty personality and she also generously gave...

March 2, 2023

Linda J. Kujawa, nee Hubert, age 75, beloved wife of the late Daniel J. Kujawa (2008). Loving mother of Matthew (Beth) Kujawa. Cherished grandmother of Austin, Nickolas, Peyton, and Jaxson . Devoted daughter of the late Emil and Marjorie Hubert. Dear sister of Dee Tracy and Terry Hubert. Dearest aunt of Kara and Kaylyn Tracy. Fond cousin and friend of...

March 1, 2023

Olga Sirigas

Olga Sirigas May 4, 1945 – March 1, 2023

Visitation for Mrs. Sirigas will be held on Thursday March 9th from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at The Maher Funeral Home, 17101 71st Avenue Tinley Park Illinois 60477 (1 Block East of Harlem on 171st Street). Trisagion Service 6:30 PM.

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February 26, 2023

Edward P. McSweeney, age 75, loving father of Kevin McSweeney and Theresa (Jeffrey) Aron. Cherished Papa of Austin and Katrina Aron. Dear brother of the late Kathryn Scott. Devoted son of the late Edward H. and Margaret McSweeney. Services to be held at a later date. Express your thoughts and condolences at colonialchapel.com 708-532-5400

February 24, 2023

Mary Beryl Houlihan, nee Kane, age 98, beloved wife of the late James Houlihan (2001). Loving mother of the late David Houlihan (1989). Devoted daughter of the late Joseph and Beryl Kane. Dear sister of John "Jack" Kane and the late Joseph Kane, the late Patricia Kane and the late Maurice Kane. Dearest aunt, great aunt, great-great aunt, and great-great-great...

February 21, 2023

Jeffrey A. McInturff, age 59, loving son of Don A. and the late Barbara McInturff, nee Stolarek. Dear brother of Don E. (Joyce) McInturff and David McInturff. Dearest uncle of Alison, Emma, Bethany and Hannah. Jeff was a hard working man both in concrete construction and as a bricklayer. He was a passionate Chicago Cubs and Bears fan as well....

February 19, 2023

Cathleen L. "Cathy" Taylor, nee Meyer, age 60 of Hazel Crest, IL, born on July 29, 1962 to Viola and the late Clarence Meyer. Beloved wife for 35 years to Johnny Taylor. Loving mother of Lindsey (Tony) Howell, Katie Taylor, Terry (late Debbie) Hunter, Janice Buckner, Johnny Peterson, Connie (Eddie) Hune, and Johnny Jr. (Misty) Taylor. Cherished grandmother of Jurnee,...

February 17, 2023

Alfred Wayne Howard went to be with God on Friday February 17th, 2023, surrounded by his devoted family.  He was a loving husband, proud father and grandfather.  He was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Vivian Howard. He will be lovingly remembered by his wife of 51 years Gwen, their children; Lisa, Alfred (Heather), Abby (Mark), Holly...

February 17, 2023

Robert A. “Bobby” Joyce Sr., age 75, born August 27, 1947, of Frankfort, IL formerly of Steger, IL passed away peacefully on February 17, 2023. He is loved by his wife of 41 years, Teresa (Wold), children Robert Jr & Valerie Joyce, Amy & Steve Herr and Megan & Tony Kuraja. His pride and joy were his eight grandchildren; Nicholas,...

February 17, 2023

Romell Novak, nee Slabik, age 99, beloved wife of the late Albert P. Novak (1996). Loving mother of Nancy (Wayne) Clauson and Judith Kenney. Cherished grandmother of Jaime (Christopher) McCleverty. Dearest great-grandmother of Connor, Colin, Liam and Quinn McCleverty. Dear sister of the late Benedict (late Christine) Slabik. Fond aunt and great-aunt of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Saturday, February...