Obituaries

March 12, 2025

It is with great sadness that we share that Terry Jozwik passed away peacefully surrounded by family on March 12, 2025. He was born to Mike and Stella Jozwik on the south side of Chicago in 1952. He was the cherished husband of Kristy (nee Sinclair) for 49 years, and the devoted father of Jessica (Patrick Streeter) Jozwik and Rachel...

March 12, 2025

Frederick James Hirsch, age 85, passed away peacefully in hospice care on March 12, 2025. He was the loving husband of the late Judy Hirsch with whom he shared 49 wonderful years of marriage. Fred was a devoted Christian and loving father to Barbara (Paul), James (Gina), and Thomas (Melissa). He was a proud grandfather to seven grandchildren and two...

March 11, 2025

Jason Davis, born on September 20, 1972, passed away on March 11, 2025, surrounded by the love of his family. He was a devoted husband to Kimberley Davis, a cherished father to Ashley Davis (Timothy Wade) and Cody Davis, and a proud Papa to Cameron Shain, Jennifer Shain, Alexis Wade, and Ryleigh Wade.

Jason is also survived...

March 11, 2025

Melody Ann O’Neal, 71, of Flossmoor, Illinois, passed away while surrounded by her loving family on March 11, 2025. Melody was preceded in death by: her mother Marilyn Gentry, father Thomas Gentry, grandmother Ann Beaupre Williams, and grandfather Elton Williams and is survived by her daughter Kim, son-in-law Mitchell, her grandchildren Khari, Ianna, Kahlil and her siblings Michael, Michelle, Thomas,...

March 11, 2025

Nancy L. Johnson, age 76, beloved daughter of the late Edward and Viola "Vi" (nee DeRuiter) Johnson. Loving sister of Edward (Jill) Johnson, and the late Judith (Rev. Gerrit) Veenstra, and the late Rev. Larry (Sarah) Johnson. Cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews. Nancy was a dedicated NICU nurse at Christ Hospital and Palos Community Hospital for many years....

March 9, 2025

Kathleen R. "Kathy" Vander Woude, nee Brennan, age 68, beloved wife of 39 years to Robert H. Vander Woude. Loving mother of Robbie Vander Woude, Kimmy (Kasey) McCabe, Craig Vander Woude and Courtney Vander Woude. Cherished grandmother of Blair and Max. Dearest sister of Christine (late Robert) Fabijanowicz, Brian Brennan and the late Bobby Brennan. Dear aunt of many nieces...

March 8, 2025

Conrad W. "Chris" Christensen, age 91, US Army Korean War Veteran, beloved husband for 51 years to the late Marjorie A. Christensen, nee Harmsen (2013). Loving father of Beth (Jerry) Cruz, John Christensen, and Karen (Michael) Zielinski. Cherished grandfather of Jonathan (Yvette) Cruz, Madelyn (fiancé Jacob) Cruz, Allison Cruz, Robert Christensen, Emma Christensen and Wyatt Zielinski. Dear brother of the...

March 8, 2025

Leonard George "Len" Bruinius, age 81, passed away peacefully at his home March 8, 2025, walking straight into the arms of his heavenly Father. Beloved husband of 60 years to Patricia, nee DeKreek. Loving father to Lori (Lambert) Kamp, Susan (James) Kamp, Kathy (Peter) Reiselt, Jennifer (Steve) Ritsema, and Matthew (Kerri) Bruinius. Cherished grandfather to 19 and great-grandfather to 13....

March 7, 2025

Gertrude Buikema, nee Werkman, age 94, a woman devoted to her faith, her family, her friends, and her community, passed away peacefully on March 7, 2025. “Gert” was born the youngest in a family of four children on July 16, 1930, in Chicago, IL to Herman and Jennie (Scholtens) Werkman. She learned and developed her hard work ethic and grit...

March 6, 2025

Joan R. Cizmas, nee DeMuzzio, age 88, beloved wife for 62 years to the late George G. Cizmas (2023). Loving mother of Dannielle (Jeff) Cunningham and Denise (Gary Swiercz) Sexton. Proud grandmother of Derek (Katie) Sexton and Nicolas (Angela) Sexton. Dearest great-grandmother of Mackenzie Sexton, Brooklyn Sexton and Milena Maugeri. Dear sister of Louis (late Bev) DeMuzzio, David (RoseAnn) DeMuzzio...

March 5, 2025

Charles E. "Chuck" Niemiec, age 88, beloved husband for 65 years to Virginia Niemiec, nee Gawron (2022). Loving father of Jeffrey (Mary) Niemiec, Karen (Brian) Carey, and Paul Niemiec. Cherished grandfather of Lauren (Austin) Duca, Bridget (Tyler) Cizek, Brian (Kerry) Niemiec, Dr. Connor (Erin) Niemiec, Paul, Lisa, and Nicholas Niemiec, and Kevin Niemiec. Dearest great-grandfather of Grayson, Benjamin, Scarlett, Preston...

March 4, 2025

Peter A. Boersma, age 88, U.S. Army Veteran. Beloved husband for 65 years to Margretta "Mardie" Boersma, nee Van Vossen. Loving father of Dennis (Debora) Boersma, Patricia (Jeffrey) Hanson and William (fianceé Debbie) Boersma. Cherished Gramps of Katherine (Roger) Johnson, Anna (Charlie) Chrystal and Jacob Boersma. Dearest great-grandfather of Riley Hanson-Chrystal, Harper Johnson and Kallie Johnson. Devoted son of the...

March 1, 2025

Edwin E. "Ed" Sinars, age 80, US Navy Veteran, beloved husband for 45 years to the late Margaret-Rose Sinars, nee Richard (2012). Loving father of Michele (Rand) Kral, Carrie (David) Ward, and David (Christiana) Sinars. Cherished grandfather of Tyler (Kara), Morgan, Caroline, Reece, Ethan, Camryn, Zachary, Nicholas, Gina, and Stella. Beloved companion of Beverly Beaty. Dear brother of James (late...

February 28, 2025

Marie H. DeJan, 93, late of Ormand Beach Florida. Visitation Monday, March 10, 2025, 3-8pm.  Graveside funeral service Tuesday, 12:00 Noon at Zion Lutheran Cemetery, Tinley Park. 167th St., east of Oak Park Ave.

February 28, 2025

Mary Rose Napoli, 87, of Blue Island / Midlothian, IL, passed away on Friday, February 28, 2025, peacefully at home with family by her side. She was born February 21, 1938, in Harvey, IL, the daughter of Frank Dominic and Edna Frederika (Schulz) Napoli. Mary was a devout Catholic and was a member of SS. Peter and Paul Roman...

February 27, 2025

Dybas, Theodore “Teddy”

Theodore “Teddy” Dybas, age 58; Beloved husband of Paula (nee Runyon) for 35 years; Preceded in death by his parents Theodore Dybas and Judith Carter; Dear brother of the late Dennis Dybas, the late Diane (Bill) Gillooley, Denise (Gerry) Gilligan and Danielle (Jason) Huisman; Fond brother-in-law of Jana Runyon; Dearest uncle to Gerald (Julie)...

February 27, 2025

Thomas G. Kollias, beloved father, grandfather, brother, and friend, passed away on February 27, 2025, at the age of 82. Tom lived his life in service to others, was devoted to his family, and loved his country. Tom is survived by his daughter, Nicole Whitlow, son-in-law Rick, grandchildren Ryan and Alaina, his brothers Roger and Arthur, and sister Nadine. He...

February 26, 2025

Lillian K. "Kay" Waszak, nee Lenzini, age 81, passed away on February 26, 2025. Beloved mother of Tracy (William) Sampognaro and Bonnie (late Kevin) Krueger and the late Richie Mrskos. Cherished grandmother of Stephanie (Brian) Striggow, Douglas (Rebecca) Sampognaro, Eric (Heather) Sampognaro, Kathleen Mrskos and James Millsaps. Dearest great-grandmother of Seth, Luke, Gianna, Dominic, Isabella, Anthony, Elizabeth, Paige and Abigail....

February 26, 2025

Geraldine "Gerry" Bos, nee Hiller, 100 years old, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on February 26, 2025. Beloved wife of the late John H. Bos (2016). Loving mother of Joan (Nick) Meabon, Richard (Heather) Bos, Daniel (Sue) Bos and John (Brenda) Bos. Cherished grandmother Philip (Joli) Meabon, Kevin (Addie) Meabon, Chad Meabon, Rick Bos, Sarah (Eddie)...

February 24, 2025

Theresa Diane Jackson (nee Yates), 64, was born July 27th, 1960, to Katie Louise Kilburn and Zollie Clinton Yates and passed away February 24, 2025. Theresa is survived by her loving kids; Amy Mead (Phillip), Rose Mason (Robert), and Christopher Stainbrook. Brothers; Gerald Yates (Sue) and Gary Yates (Willma). Grandkids; Jaden, Madison, Makayla, Mathew, Kyle, Brenden, Charity, Brooklyn, Katelyn,...