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Becky Pluister
December 7, 2024
Becky Pluister, a proud Christian and true Southside Chicagoan with unmatched chutzpah, passed away at the age of 61, leaving behind a legacy of love, tenacity, and unapologetic authenticity. Becky was a force of nature, living many lives within her own. Her vibrant personality and determination were the hallmarks of her character, beloved by many who knew her. A fighter...
Patrick Riley
December 4, 2024
Patrick John "Pat" Riley, a beloved husband, father, grandfather, and friend, passed away peacefully at the age of 72 on December 4th, 2024. Known for his kindness and generosity, Pat was a caretaker to everyone he met, including in his work as a nurse and healthcare professional. His warm spirit and loving nature will be deeply missed by all who...
Robert Smitko
December 4, 2024
Robert Frank Smitko, age, 85, of Orland Park, IL passed away on December 4, 2024. Born on May 22, 1939, Robert, affectionately known as Bob, graduated from Kelly High School and furthered his education at the University of Illinois. Bob's career as a Chief Vibrational Engineer with Wrigley Corporation was marked by his significant contributions setting up plants in Russia,...
Richard Napoleon
November 30, 2024
Richard C. Napoleon, age 86, US Army Veteran, cherished husband for 52 years to Darlene C., nee Sargent. Devoted father of Chris (Alexis) Napoleon and Kevin (Emily) Napoleon. Proud grandfather of Dominic, Ella, Sam, Johnny and Charlie Napoleon. Loving brother of the late Judy (Teri Zabransky) Napoleon and the late Paul (Margie Toigo) Napoleon. Dear uncle of many nieces and...
Margaret Coughlin
November 26, 2024
Marge Coughlin (nee Kelly) passed away on Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at the age of 83 years. She loved her family more than anything in the world and was beloved by them in return. She is reunited with her parents William and La Vern Kelly, and her beloved son William “Bill” Coughlin. She will be sorely missed and remembered fondly...
Mildred Wasiecko
November 24, 2024
Mildred Irene "Millie" Wasiecko, nee Smith, age 85, loving mother of Pamela (Kenneth) Boyce and Chris (Michael) Mikitka. Cherished grandmother of Matt (Dori) Boyce, Megan (Frank) Lally, Katie Boyce; Mattie Ann Mikitka and Emily Irene Mikitka. Dearest great-grandmother of Kennan Thomas Boyce. Dear sister of Bruce (late Mary anne) Smith and the late Elbert (Barbara) Smith. Fond aunt of many...
Gayle Marshall
November 23, 2024
Gayle A. Marshall, nee Venhuizen, age 71, beloved wife of the late Allen S. Marshall (2013). Loving mother of Allison (Marc) Davidson, Jeff (Alison) Marshall, Rob (Diane) Marshall and Allen Marshall. Cherished grandmother of Grace. Devoted daughter of the late Ida (late Robert) Rist and the late William Venhuizen. Dear sister of Betty (late John) Mooi and the late Claire...
Paul Sobiski
November 22, 2024
Paul Z. Sobiski, age 88, U.S. Army Veteran. Beloved husband for 61 years to Janet C. Sobiski, nee Lacaille. Loving father of Linda (Thomas) Krajewski and Paul (Elizabeth) Sobiski. Cherished grandfather of Grant Krajewski, Dana (Derrick) Swyndroski and Katie (Bill) Schmidt. Dear brother of Ronald Sobiski, Veronica Schiro and the late Marion Sobiski, Doris Dornhecker, Laverne Woelfel, Carol Jensen, Charlie...
Jean Heersema
November 21, 2024
Jean Heersema, nee Beukema, age 97, beloved wife of the late Henry "Hank" Heersema and the late Harold Cooper. Loving mother of Bonnie (Steve) Hoffmann, Ida (Mike) Walsh, Nelayne (late Parry) Griffiths, the late John Cooper and step-mother of Sandra (Jim) Agema and Karen Heersema. Cherished grandmother of Carrie McNamara, Katie (Emilio) Guitierrez, Lindsey (Vince) Bellik, Jeanne (Jim) Beamer, Heather...
Jodi Lawlor
November 19, 2024
Jodi was kind and fun-loving person with a free spirit. She was a single mom and raised her son Tyler. He was her world. Even through her own struggles she always wanted the best for Tyler. She was popular with his friends and always welcomed them and loved feeding them all. She became lovingly known as “Mama Bear”. Jodi grew...
Hermine Cannon
November 17, 2024
Hermine C. Cannon nee Grabenhofer, 99. Beloved wife and best friend of the late Thomas F. Cannon (2005) for over 60 wonderful years. Dear daughter of the late Tobias and Hermina (nee Pfiff) Grabenhofer. Much loved Mom to Cindy (Paul) Childers, Tom (Debbie) Cannon, and the late Craig (the late Debra) Cannon. Dearest Nana to Tommy Cannon and Kristen (fiancé...
James Tabor
November 17, 2024
James Andrew Tabor was born on February 15, 1951 at St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in Chicago, Illinois, to Walter Andrew Tabor and Antoinette Hilda Tabor (nee Procopio). Beloved husband of 43 years to Patricia Tabor (nee Rudolph). Treasured father “Pops” of James, Nicholas (Elizabeth), Anthony (Kimberly), Joseph (Elisa), Angela (Christopher) Lappa, and Michael (Abbey) Tabor. Cherished grandfather “Papa” of Taylor, Brianna,...
Lynne Wiegers
November 14, 2024
Lynne Kay Wiegers, nee Bandringa, age 80, beloved wife for 60 years to the late Bernard "Bernie" Wiegers (2023). Loving mother of Brian, Craig (Deborah), Brett (Nancy), Tammy Marek, Trisha (Wayne) Boss and David (Torie). Cherished grandmother of Casey (Andrew) Kowitz, Abby (Alex) Freitag; Amanda (Nicolas) Novacek, Kadee (Simon) Summers, Nathan, Justin, Brandon, Daniel Wiegers; Vincent and Joseph Marek; Liz...
Daniel Finn
November 14, 2024
Daniel J. Finn, age 45, beloved son of Ann (nee Brand) and the late Mike Finn. Loving brother of Michael (Karen) Finn and Kevin Finn. Proud uncle of Adam and his Godson Michael. Dear nephew, cousin and friend of many. Dan was very proud of his Irish heritage. He was a sports enthusiast and particularly enjoyed cheering on the White...
Alberta Toppen
November 14, 2024
Alberta "Bubs" Toppen, nee Beukinga, age 97, beloved wife of the late Henry (1987). Loving mother of Sue Ann (late Ronald) Kim, Patti (Mark) Saeger, Jeff Toppen, and Tim (Mary) Toppen. Cherished grandmother of Susan Kim (Harlan) Snyder; Adam (Aleta) Saeger; Elizabeth (Gerardo) Rodriguez, Jacob (Alyssa) Toppen, Megan Toppen, Cody Toppen; Maxwell (Kelly) Toppen, Gabe (Brittany) Toppen and Samuel Toppen....
Erling Ouwerkerk
November 13, 2024
Erling Ouwerkerk, nee Van Meeteren, age 85, beloved wife for 59 years to the late Louis P. Ouwerkerk (2022). Loving mother of Ragnar (Kimberly) Ouwerkerk and Desiree (Richard) Overzet. Cherished Oma of Danielle Overzet, Richard (Kortney) Overzet, Breanna Overzet, Nicolaas (fianceé Anne) Ouwerkerk, Tiffany (Matthew) Boss, Makayla Ouwerkerk and Jaden Ouwerkerk. Dearest Great-Oma of Grayden Overzet and Coleson Overzet. Dear...
Lola Husayko
November 13, 2024
Lola M. Husayko, nee Christy, 101 years old, beloved wife of 59 years to the late Maurice “Moose” Husayko (2005). Loving mother of Bob (Elaine) and Ed (Robin). Cherished grandmother of Christy (Ruben) Meraz, Diane (Shane) Martin, and Kailin (Brian Alexander) Husayko. Adored great-grandmother of Madison and Paige Martin; Henry and Oliver Alexander. Dear sister of the late Sue (the...
Paul Munoz
November 10, 2024
Paul Munoz, age 57, loving father of Nicole J. Munoz and Paul R. Munoz. Beloved son of Shirley (Paul) Velasquez and Paul (Elaine) Munoz. Dearest brother of Mark (Tammy) Munoz, late Lynn Munoz, Angella Munoz and Ronald Munoz. Dear uncle of Mark, Ashley, Amber, Rebecca, Anthony, Alexis, Madison and Jessica. Dearest great-uncle of eight nieces and one nephew. Paul had...
James Nesbitt
November 9, 2024
James L. Nesbitt, age 75, cherished husband of Carol, nee Ruebe. Loving father of Jenifer Nesbitt. Dear brother of the late William Nesbitt and the late Thomas Nesbitt. Jim was very active. He enjoyed swimming, scuba diving, bike riding, camping and bird watching. He was a talented handyman and mechanic who could repair anything. He enjoyed watching movies--especially westerns--and listening...
Beverly Brouwer
November 9, 2024
Beverly Brouwer, nee Ipema, age 71, beloved wife for 51 years to Edward G. Brouwer. Loving mother of Tina (Timothy) Bruinius, Bryan (Catherine) Brouwer, Nathan (Melissa) Brouwer, Dawn (James) Sellers, Adam Brouwer, the late Edward Brouwer and the late Craig Brouwer. Cherished grandmother of Tyler, Zoe (Joshua), Benjamin (Shelby), Craig, Aiden, Noah, Reese, Devyn and Ian. Dearest great-grandmother of four....
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