Obituaries

December 30, 2021

Robert A. "Bob" "Slim" Elsinga Sr., age 78, beloved husband for 41 years to Debra, nee Henfler and the late Dianne, nee Laverman (1979). Loving father of Robert Jr. (Tina) Elsinga, Michael (Angela) Parent and the late Brian Elsinga. Cherished grandfather of Robert Elsinga III, Caleb (Amy), Andrew and Sean Macon; Kadin, Natalie, Mikey Jr. and Trevor Parent. Adored great-grandfather...

December 30, 2021

Jesse Lee Schutt, age 25, beloved son of Robert and Barbara (nee Swaagman) Schutt. Loving brother of Sarah, Ryan, Justin, Jasmine and the late Christopher. Dear uncle of Destiny, Tobias, and Rhylan. Much loved grandson of John and the late Joan Swaagman and Ann and the late John Schutt. Dearest nephew and cousin of many. The family will receive relatives...

December 30, 2021

Peder (“Pedy”) Kringstad, aged 83, an honorable Military Police Officer/SP4 U.S. Army Korean War veteran, has completed his earthly journey and entered into the loving embrace of our Heavenly Father. He was a devoted, steadfast, and loving father to Pamela D. Kringstad, and a deeply proud, nurturing grandfather and father-figure to Stephen C. Kringstad. Peder was the beloved son of...

December 29, 2021

Kenneth W. "Byrd" Michalik, passed away peacefully on his 65th birthday, December 29, 2021. Devoted son of the late William and MaryJane (nee Bernier) Michalik. Loving brother of Kevin (Deborah) Michalik, Gary Michalik, Cheryl (late Mike) Sorley, Terrence Michalik and Bryan (Karyn) Michalik. Cherished uncle and great-uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Monday, January 3, 2022 from 4-7 p.m....

December 28, 2021

Joan A. "Joanie" Klein, nee Meyer, age 87, beloved wife of the late Marvin P. Klein. Loving mother of Doug (Suzanne) Klein and Shari Klein. Dearest sister of Ed Meyer and the late William Meyer, Annie Meyer, Nellie VanDyke, John Meyer, Albert Meyer, Grace Sellers, Jacob Meyer, Annette Auwema, Angeline Meyer and Clara Pomella. Dear aunt of many nieces and...

December 27, 2021

Mr. Anthony Daoud, 33, late of Peotone.  Beloved son of Nasser and Diana (nee Jasutis).  Loving brother of David, Shaun, Roxanne, Kristina and Kayla.  Fond uncle of  Addison, Cheyenne, Bentley, Jaxon and Braelen.  Anthony was a terrific and proud uncle to his nieces and nephews, always had a kind smile and made it a point in life to be...

December 27, 2021

Jose Salazar, age 60, beloved husband for 31 years to Leticia Salazar, nee Ibarra. Loving father of Jose Edwardo (Arisbeth) Salazar, Luis (Alyssa) Salazar, Julissa Salazar, Fernando Salazar and Danniel Salazar. Cherished grandfather of Max and Javier. Devoted son of Maria Salazar (nee Enriquez) and the late Edwardo Salazar. Dear brother to five sisters and two brothers. Fond uncle of...

December 26, 2021

United States Navy AD2 (AW) Louis Charles Pasderetz, Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron Six Zero passed away on December 26, 2021, while on active duty in Jacksonville, Florida. On January 13, 2022, his loving family and dear friends welcomed him home with full military honors at Chicago's Midway Airport, with a tremendous outpouring of care from his community, family, and ...

December 26, 2021

Mr. Patrick Jones 78, late of Oak Forest, formerly of Evanston.  Beloved son of his late parents, Rowland and Mary (nee McGary) Jones; cherished husband of Cheryl (nee Stube); devoted father of Stacey (Tom) Jennings, Todd (Angie), Derek (Nicole) and Shane (Lauren).  Loving brother of Linda (Frank) Freeman; dearest grandfather of Kyle, Trevor, Collin, Kadence, Logan, Ryan, Evan, Caleb,...

December 23, 2021

Faith Espernaz, 62, Formerly Adele Belch- Shilney,  late of Elgin, formerly of Chicago.  Beloved daughter of the late John and Dolly (nee Villagomez).  Mother of the late David Shilney and Jennifer (Joseph) Tverdek.  Sister of Jackie.  Grandmother of many.  Aunt of many nieces and nephews.  Memorial service Saturday, January 29th 10-11am at the Maher Funeral Home. Pastor Jamie Deuser...

December 23, 2021

Mary K. McLay, nee Kearns, age 91, beloved wife for 44 years to James M. McLay. Loving mother of Mary Frances (Paul) Tilton, Thomas (Christina) Hudon, Rosemary (Terrence) Heynen, Dan Hudon, Michael (late Cindy) Hudon and Francis (Lynn) Hudon. Cherished grandmother of Martin (Margaret) Tilton, Norah (Jeff) Russo, Erin (Caleb) Work, Matthew Hudon, Colleen Hudon, Kriston (Chris) Zegar, and George...

December 22, 2021

Kristin Pelke, 46, after an illness. Beloved daughter of Herbert "Ron" and the late Laurelyn (nee Freix) Pelke .Loving sister of Ronald (Donna), Heidi (Thomas) and Michael.  Fond aunt of Justin Pelke.  Kristin loved God, was a Kansas City Chief's fan, a true whiz with computers, and adored her two cats.  She was inspirational in that she always had...

December 21, 2021

Thomas Ragan, age 64, formerly of Chicago, passed away at his Tinley Park home on December 21, 2021.

He is the beloved son of the Late Andrew and the Late Gertrude Ragan. Devoted Father of Thomas (Megan), Andrew (finacee Kayle), and Abbey. Loving Brother of Marie (Paul) Krynicki and Helena (Bill) Dietz. Dearest Grandfather to Carter, Jack,...

December 20, 2021

Mr. Walter Jasek, 85, at home with his family at his side.  Beloved son of his late parents Stanley and Antoinette (nee Kicmal).  Cherished husband of Betty (nee Bonnar).  Devoted father of Karen (Thomas) Gilday and Richard (Laura).  Loving brother of the late Mary (the late George) Lewis, the late Ted (Ann), the late Stella (the late Chip) Zalewski,...

December 19, 2021

David G. Jandura, age 57, beloved companion and partner for 22 years to Sue Bouche. Loving father of Nicholas Jandura. Devoted son of Dorothy and the late Richard Jandura. Dear brother of Rich (Denise) Jandura, Steve (Renee) Jandura, and the late Jeralyn (Joe) Polacek. Fond "brother-in-law" of Kathy (Chuck) Geraci, Karen (Jeff) Bergstrom, Margie (John) Suffern, Laurie (Bruce) Crawford and...

December 18, 2021

Mr Kenneth Simonetta, 58, late of Chicago, after an illness.  Beloved son of his late parents Joseph and Geraldine (nee Flood) Simonetta.  Cherished husband of Ruth (nee Wilson).  Beloved friend of Vicky.  Devoted father of Stephanie, Kenny and Robert (Nicole).  Loving brother of the late Larry, Michael (Jill), Joe, Rick (Tracy), Linda, Lisa (Jim) Bartak and Janine.  Dearest grandfather...

December 17, 2021

Ruth E. Langland, nee Buis, age 68, beloved wife for 47 years to Jim. Loving mother of Kerri (John Wood) Langland and Jacki (Roger) Mejdrich. Cherished grandmother of Roger Mejdrich Jr., Cassandra Langland and Timothy Mejdrich. Dear sister of Marcia (Ralph) Hoyt. Fond sister-in-law of Melvin (Nancy) Langland, Phyllis (Richard) Kleckner, Joanne Langland and the late Kenneth Langland. Kind aunt...

December 16, 2021

Jeffrey Scott Martin age 51 of Thornton IL passed away Thursday December 16th 2021 at Methodist hospital in Gary Indiana Jeff was a retired truck driver for 25 years. He loved his street racing and his BMX bikes.. He was the son of late Gordon and Carolyn Martin Survivors including his children Jeffrey Martin Jr. Heather Martin, Andrew Martin...

December 14, 2021

Michael Allen Schimick, age 76, went to his eternal reward on December 14, 2021. Mike was a U.S. Air Force veteran who served overseas during the Vietnam War. Dear brother of Jack Schimick, Nick (Patti) Schimick, Barbara (Richard) Shovan and the late Tom Schimick. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Services will be private. Interment private at Abraham Lincoln...

December 13, 2021

Len Chudzik, 56, late of Frankfort, formerly of Chicago, passed away peacefully in his home surrounded by his loving family on Monday, December 13. He was just shy of his 57th birthday. Dearest and best husband of Lisa (nee Lewandowski). Devoted dad of Emily (Alex), Jake, and Joey. Cherished son-in-law of Norbert and Virginia Lewandowski. Beloved brother-in-law of Jim...