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Claudette Baxter
May 24, 2020
Claudette I. Baxter “Mrs. B” of Worth, Illinois, died at Palos Community Hospital on May 24, 2020. She was born on October 14, 1935 to the late Stewart and Loretta (Felizak) Schuerr. “It pains me to admit it, but apparently, I have passed away. Everyone told me it would happen one day, but that’s simply not something I wanted to...
Dwight De Leeuw
May 24, 2020
Dwight G. De Leeuw, age 73, beloved husband for 40 years to Jean, nee Schutt. Loving father of Renee De Leeuw, Daniel De Leeuw and Catherine De Leeuw. Cherished grandfather of Dominic. Dear brother-in-law of John (Barb) Schutt and Ray (Laura) Schutt. Dearest uncle of several nieces and nephews. Retired warehouse manager for SG Plumbing Supply Co. Dwight loved working...
James Baldi
May 23, 2020
James E. "Jim" Baldi, age 71, suddenly went to be with his Lord and Savior on May 23, 2020 from a heart attack. Beloved husband for 32 years to Kathryn "Kitty" Baldi, nee Jeter. Loving father of James M. Baldi, Ryan Baldi and the late baby Joseph Anthony Baldi. Devoted son of Elizbeth "Betty" (nee Peace) and the late James...
William Dowling
May 21, 2020
It is with great sadness, that the family of William Dowling announces his passing on Thursday, May 21, 2020 at the age of 68. Born in Chicago, the son of Jeremiah (Jerry) and Mary Dowling. He is survived by his mother, Mary; loving daughter, Samantha Dowling, brother David (Janice) and sister, Mary (the late Martin) Simon; and step daughters Wendy...
James Manning
May 19, 2020
James R. "Jim" Manning, age 82, beloved husband for 57 years to Ruth, nee Schueler. Loving father of James Francis (late Shelly) Manning, the late Michael T. Manning, Jeanne Marie McCarthy, Daniel J. (Pamela) Manning and his "adopted son" Joseph Brabec. Cherished grandfather of Jennifer (Matt Fiskiewicz) Manning, Jessica (Matt) Layhe, Jack McCarthy, Connor J. Manning, and bonus grandchildren Becca...
Debbie Decker
May 18, 2020
Debbie L. Decker, age 69, beloved daughter of the late Albert and Nellie (nee Rhoda) Decker. Loving sister of Sherry (Wes) Stuart and Patsy (Tom) Deuter. Dearest aunt of Danielle (Jon) Bettinardi, Miranda (Jamie) Kraus and Tom A. Deuter. Dear great aunt of Sophia. Retired from Rheem Manufacturing Company water heater division after 36 years of faithful service. She was...
Henry Boersma
May 17, 2020
Henry "Hank" Boersma, Jr., age 86, US Army Korean War Veteran. Beloved husband for 64 years to the late Joyce M. Boersma, nee Brauer. Loving father of Janice (Richard) Tiggelaar, Thomas (Mischelle) Boersma, Nancy (Mark) Triezenberg, and Carolyn (Steve) Colangelo. Cherished grandfather of Marika (Damon) Birkby and Peter Tiggelaar; Matthew Boersma, Brooke (Brian) Dowling, Bridgette, Abigail, and Stephanie Boersma; Cara,...
Mercedita Raso
May 13, 2020
Mercedita "Mercy" Raso, age 81, loving mother of Wilma Raso, Windy Francione and Anthony Raso. Cherished grandmother of Laina. Dear sister of Nita (Gody) Salamera, Precy (Doming) Mendoza, Fely (George) Nuestro, Boy (Rose) Quiroz, Baby (Julio) Garcia and the late Mel L. Quiroz, Jr. and Nestey Quiroz. Dearest aunt of many nieces and nephews. Beloved girlfriend of Jim Huff. Due...
Edwin Valente
May 13, 2020
Edwin Fortunato Valente, age 84, beloved husband for 59 years to Janet, nee Borke. Loving father of Paul (Mary), David (Carolyn) and Eric. Cherished grandfather of Alexia (Andrew) Valente Horton, Brandon and Ashley. Dear brother of Angeline Bernardi, Antoinette Bernardi and the late Irving Valente. Much loved uncle of many nieces and nephews. Ed was a retired automotive claims adjuster...
K.K. Cherian
May 13, 2020
K.K. Cherian, age 78, beloved husband, father and grandfather passed away on Wednesday, May 13, 2020. He had been a professional engineer for many years and upon retirement found enjoyment spending time with his friends and family and gardening. He was an active member of the Chicago Mar Thoma Church in DesPlaines, IL. In lieu of flowers, we ask that...
Dr. Ruperto Buscaino
May 12, 2020
Dr. Ruperto Ubando Buscaino, age 78, passed away on May 12, 2020. Beloved husband to Esperanza Alejandrino Buscaino, Raphy and Espie were married for 55 wonderful years. Father to Catherine Alejandrino Buscaino, Cristina Buscaino Castillo (Frank), Ruperto Alejandrino Buscaino Jr. (Maya), and Eileen Buscaino Vodvarka (Rob). Cherished Lolo/Grandfather of Ryan and Kara Maniquis, Evan Conklin, Kal Buscaino, and Alex, Jack...
John Kamphuis
May 11, 2020
John G. Kamphuis, age 75, U.S. Navy Veteran. Beloved husband of Lori, nee Scholtens, who together would have celebrated their 50th anniversary in four months. Loving father of Dan, Jim (Sharon), John (Kim) and the late Matthew. Cherished grandfather of Ellie and Annabel Kamphuis; Marissa and Mallory Rak. Dear brother of the late Gerald (late Mary) Kamphuis. Fond brother-in-law of...
James Piazza
May 8, 2020
James M. Piazza, age 68, suddenly passed away at his home on May 8, 2020. Beloved husband for 42 years to Maureen, nee Sullivan. Loving father of Colleen (fiance' David Simon) Piazza, Lisa (Marc) McNames, and Kaitlyn Piazza. Cherished grandfather of Ryan and Sarah. Dearest brother of Nicholas Piazza and Mary Lou Piazza. Dear brother-in-law and uncle of many. Army...
Juan Fernandez Ureno
May 8, 2020
Juan Fernandez Ureno, age 62, beloved husband for 40 years to Irene Vega de Fernandez. Loving father of Rafaela Fernandez, Juan Jose Fernandez, Josefina (Victor) Fernandez, Blanca Estela (Luis) Fernandez, Manuel Fernandez and Alberto Fernandez. Cherished grandfather of Vanessa, Angel, Valeria, Samuel, Sofia, Louis and Joel. Dear brother and uncle of many. Due to the unfortunate circumstances surrounding COVID-19 and...
Rev. William E. "Bill" Mills
May 8, 2020
Rev. William Earl "Bill" Mills, age 75, beloved husband for 53 years to Karen, nee Adams. Loving father of Peter (Helyn) Luisi-Mills and Dr. Joel Mills. Dear brother of Donna (late Dave) Griffin, Charlotte (late Rodney) Young and the late Kathy (Ken) Topolski. Fond brother-in-law of Lois (Colin) Flynn and Anne (James) Farmer. Much loved uncle of many nieces and...
Laverne Berg
May 5, 2020
Laverne A. Berg, nee Pearson, age 95, beloved wife of the late Julian Berg (2008). Loving mother of Robert (Barbara), Douglas (Marcia), Gregory (Laura), Kurt (Debbie) Berg and the late Audrey (Peter) Carr. Cherished grandmother of 11 and great-grandmother of 12. Due to the unfortunate circumstances surrounding COVID-19 and for the safety of the family and community, a private Funeral...
Evelyn Visser
May 4, 2020
Evelyn Visser, nee Doornbos, age 93, beloved wife of the late Glenn P. Visser (2004). Loving mother of the late Randall (Susan) Visser and Ronald (Glenda) Visser, Cynthia (Stan) Chingo, Patricia (Trent) Kennedy, Steven (Deb) Visser. Cherished grandmother of 14. Dearest great-grandmother of 10. Preceded in death by her siblings Alfred Doornbos, Wilhelmina Buikema, Stella Peterson and Eleanor Doornbos. Fond...
Sandy O'Malley
May 2, 2020
Bernice "Sandy" Dodge O’Malley (b. 6-4-1951) of Country Club Hills passed away on May 2, 2020 from complications due to COVID-19. Daughter to Bernice and Florian Dodge (recently deceased 4-24-20); sister to Kenneth Dodge (wife, Claudia Jones) and Robert Dodge (wife, Alice Dodge); wife to Jack O’Malley (deceased); devoted mother of Tom O’Malley (wife, Tammy O’Malley), Kim O’Malley (husband, Jon...
Barbara King
April 30, 2020
Barbara J. King, nee Wellborn, age 81, beloved wife for 49 years to the late Gerald J. "Jerry" King (2010). Loving mother of Sharon (Lee) Pielemeier, Kathy (Michael) Evans, and Jean (Stan) Gralewski. Cherished grandmother of John Pavloski, Kevin (Colleen) Pavloski, and Megan Ditzler. Dearest great-grandmother of Hunter and Joe. Preceded in death by her siblings: Alene Miles, Marion O'Rourke...
Dennis Thompson
April 30, 2020
Dennis W. Thompson, age 73, USMC Vietnam Veteran, Purple Heart recipient. Beloved husband of Annette Wills. Dear friend of Louise Thompson. Loving father of Amanda, Amy (Pete), and step-father of Bob and Dave. Cherished grandfather of Julianna, Samantha, Brooklyn, Cora, and Austin. Fond brother of Marty (Lorraine) and Russ (Eileen). Commander of American Legion Post 474 in Matteson, IL. Dennis...
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