Obituaries

July 21, 2025

Fred H. Brouwer, age 84, passed away peacefully at home on July 21, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.

Fred was the devoted husband of Paulette Brouwer for over 60 years. He was a proud father to Fred H. Brouwer, Jr. and Michael Brouwer (Linea), and a cherished grandfather to Faith and Michael Brouwer. He was preceded in death by his...

July 21, 2025

After a long, hard-fought health battle, Teresa Lynn Dec (53), passed away July 21, 2025, surrounded by the immense love of her family. Teresa is survived by her mother Crystal (Cummins) Dec, siblings Julie and Tommy, as well as loving uncles, aunts, cousins, and so many cherished friends. She was preceded in death by her father, Thomas Dec.

July 20, 2025

Joshua J. "Josh" Schwider, age 48, passed away unexpectedly on July 20, 2025. Beloved husband of 25 years to Jessica L. Schwider, nee Johns. Loving father of Jenna. Devoted son of John and Marlene Schwider. Dearest brother of Joseph (Holly) Schwider and Kelsey (Bob) Powers. Cherished uncle of Amber, Lucy, John, Thomas, Daniel, Sophia; Madison, Lily, Jules and Olivia. Dear...

July 20, 2025

John F. Oswald, age 73, beloved husband of Bonnie Lee, nee Horn. Loving father of Brenda (David) Jahny-Miller, John Oswald and the late Brandy Ann Oswald-Kowalczyk. Cherished grandfather of Tyler Jahny, Corey Oswald, Sierra Oswald, Addison Miller and Elena Miller. Dearest great-grandpa of Beau Jahny; Greyson and Kingston Oswald. Dear brother of Richard Oswald and Barbara (late Carl) Spiotto. Fond...

July 18, 2025

Allison Joy "Allie" Allen, nee Koedyker, age 46, beloved wife for 22 years to Michael Allen. Loving mother of Makayla Noelle Allen. Devoted daughter of the late Nancy J. Koedyker. Dearest sister of Matthew (Valerie) Koedyker and Tim (Melinda) Koedyker. Cherished aunt of Nicole, Steven, Josh, Marissa, Alicia, Tyler, Nathan, Ethan, Rylyn and Jack. Dear daughter-in-law of the late Charles...

July 18, 2025

Michael Du Puy of Oak Lawn IL passed away on July 18, 2025, after a long stay in the hospital at the age of 77.

Born on December 30th, 1947, to Howard and Elizabeth Du Puy who predeceased him, in Escanaba Michigan. He was the oldest brother to Denese, deceased, (Roscoe), Carol (Fred) Mc Laflin, and Brian...

July 17, 2025

Alberta A. "Allie" Nykiel, nee Sherby, age 97, beloved wife of the late Stan Nykiel (1988). Loving mother of Yvonne (Robert) Clifford, Stan (Gail) Nykiel and Roch (Barbara) Nykiel. Cherished grandmother of Lindsay (Dave) Bruckman, Cliff (Mary Jane) Nykiel, Kurt Nykiel, Craig Nykiel and Ciege (Victor) Brown. Dearest great-grandmother of Maya, Franco, Aniela, Savanna and Audrey. Dear sister of the...

July 16, 2025

Phyllis Myrl Klaiber (née Engelsdorfer) was born in the parsonage of St. Peter’s Evangelical and Reformed Church on Lawndale in Detroit, Michigan and immediately placed in a bedroom dresser drawer in lieu of a cradle according to family lore. She was the youngest of four children. She attended Oliver Wendell Holmes Elementary School and Western High School in Detroit. At...

July 15, 2025

Margaret A. "Margie" Hillman, nee Macauley, age 81, beloved wife for 50 years to the late Gerald R. "Jerry" Hillman (2018). Loving mother of Timothy (Olga) Hillman, Thomas (Heather) Hillman and Amanda (Brian) Cornfield. Cherished grandmother of Maggie, Noah, Abigail, Paige, T.J. and Jack. Dear sister of Marilou (Daniel) Erick and the late Robert Macauley. Fond aunt of John Hillman,...

July 14, 2025

Donald Robert Anderson passed away on July 14, 2025, in the comfort of his home in Grand Rapids, Michigan. Born on July 19, 1930, in Chicago, Illinois, Don's 95 years of life were marked by kindness, patience, and a warm spirit that brightened the lives of those around him. He is survived by his wife of 50 years, Mary J....

July 14, 2025

Eldene L. "Ellie" Doff, nee Frieling, age 97, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 14, 2025. Beloved wife for 59 years to the late Herman Doff (2007). Loving mother of the late Deborah (Mark (Connie)) Cruikshank and the late Michael “Mick” (Linda) Doff. Cherished grandmother "Grandma Ow" of Becky (Brian) Bettenhausen, Matt (Tracy) Cruikshank, Sara (fiancée...

July 13, 2025

Alice Slager, nee Fischer, age 96, went to be with her Lord and Savior on July 13, 2025. Beloved wife for 65 years to the late William Slager (2015). Loving mother of Diane (Bruce) DeJong, Darlene Boss, William R. (Kristin) Slager, and the late Denise (Dr. Steve) Kraker. Cherished grandmother of Lisa DeJong, Scott DeJong, Lindsey Headley, Seth Kraker, Keith...

July 11, 2025

Nancy J. Plucinski, nee Splawski, age 67, beloved wife for 46 years to Gerald L. Plucinski. Loving sister of Jill (Brian) Roach, George (Susan) Splawski and the late Holly Testa. Survived by her brother-in-law Steve Plucinski and sister-in-law Colleen Plucinski. Dear aunt of Richard Splawski, Danielle (Chris) Smith, William Plucinski, Andrew Plucinski, Dawn (Michael) Merlo and Joshua Plucinski.

From her earliest...

July 10, 2025

Dolores M. Despot, nee Niedzwiecki, age 95 , beloved wife of the late Theodore “Ted” Despot (2003). Loving mother of Susan (Howard) Webb, Cynthia (Jerry) Slechta and Sandra (Ralph) Gabrys. Cherished grandmother of Kristin (Michael) Moody, Marc Slechta, Samantha (Patrick) Major, Stephanie Gabrys and Jason Slechta. Dearest great-grandmother of Brynn Moody, Emma Major and Jacob Major. Dear sister of the...

July 8, 2025

How do you say goodbye to the woman who gave you life? How do you measure the impact of one life on SO many?

On July 8, 2025, our dear Mom, Jeannette “Jean” Fay Metzler’s (nee Michel) soul has taken flight, at the age of 89. Beloved wife of the late William G. Metzler; sister of the late George W. Michel;...

July 8, 2025

Mr. David B. Roman, 78, (Ret. CPD), U.S. Army Veteran Vietnam, late of Tinley Park, formerly of Chicago. Beloved son of the late Benedict and Elizabeth (nee Pawlowski). Cherished husband of Marie (nee Kasperek). Devoted father of; Elizabeth Roman and David. Loving brother of; the late Rosemarie (late Michael) Hidalgo, Dale, Betty, Mary and Michelle. Dearest grandfather of; Ryan...

July 8, 2025

Casimir R. Venckus, age 93, U.S. Air Force Veteran. Beloved husband for 50 years to the late Evelyn A. Venckus, nee Litviak (2021). Cherished uncle and cousin of many.

Visitation Monday, July 14, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until time of Prayer Service 10:00 a.m. at Colonial Chapel, 15525 S. 73rd Ave. (155th/Wheeler Dr. & Harlem) Orland Park, IL to St. Michael...

July 7, 2025

Donna M. Pellicci, 77, of Oak Lawn, Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 7, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on September 20, 1947, in Queens, New York Donna lived a life marked by strength, perseverance, and boundless love. She was the beloved wife of the late Mike Pellicci, her one true love. Together, they built a home full of...

July 7, 2025

Carol Ann Wenckus, nee Oswald, age 87, beloved wife for 54 years to the late Walter F. “Wally” Wenckus. Loving mother of Suzanne (George) Smith and Sandie (Mike) Wenckus-Skoumal. Cherished grandmother of Christina (Wes) Brzykcy, Jessica (Josh) Bolz, Adam (Elisabeth) Collins, Allie Lindroth, Nathan Lindroth, and Nolan (Margaret) Lindroth. Carol Ann was the eldest of 14 siblings, a role she...

July 6, 2025

Dena Deckinga, nee Bulthuis, age 98, beloved wife of the late Henry "Hank" Deckinga (1994). Loving mother of Dennis (Joyce) Deckinga, Ronald (Bridget) Deckinga, Henry (Barbara) Deckinga and Deborah (Jan) Kahn. Cherished grandmother of Laurie (Scott) Ludwig, Kristy (Derrick) Beecham, Allison Deckinga, Michael Deckinga, Chris (Liz) Deckinga, Chad (Shannon) Deckinga, Calvin (Colleen) Deckinga, Jason (Jennifer) Kahn, Justin (Jennifer) Kahn and...