Local Illinois Obituaries
Maria De Valdez
Feb 19, 2025
With heavy hearts, we announce the passing of our beloved Maria De Valdez Solis, who left this world on February 20, 2025. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, a cherished grandmother, and a proud great-grandmother. She was the rock of our family, always providing love, wisdom, and unwavering support to those around her.Maria is survived by her children:...
Richard Nelson
Feb 18, 2025
Richard A. Nelson, Army Veteran, resident of Worth IL; passed away Tuesday, February 18, 2025
Beloved husband of the late Alice; loving father of David (Sheila) Nelson, Laura (Gary) Klosak, and Linda Nelson; loving grandfather of 10, cherished great-grandfather of 7; dearest brother of the late Robert (Marie) Nelson; uncle of 3 nieces and 1 nephew
Richard was a member of the...
Josephine A. Acker
Feb 18, 2025
Acker, Josephine Anne nee Balas, Beloved wife of the late Eric O.; loving mother of Dennis Acker, Sara (Dennis) Miller, and the late Kenneth (fiancée Jennifer Printy); cherished grandmother of Elizabeth Miller, Brianna Simmons, Rachel Miller, and Hanna Miller
Member of T.O.P.S. Worth where she met a lot of cherished friends
A visitation will be held for family and friends on Friday,...
Cosimo Joseph Vivirito
Feb 17, 2025
Cosimo Joseph Vivirito, age 81.Loving husband of Carolyn Ann (nee Langbauer) Vivirito; beloved father of Debbie (Perry) Principe of Woodridge, Michael (Kristina) Vivirito of New Lenox and Melissa (Thomas) Slusarczyk of New Lenox; cherished papa of Alyssa Northrop, Justin Principe, Jackie Principe and Shane Slusarczyk; dear brother of Marietta (the late Peter) Soto of Chicago, Patrick (Kathleen) Vivirito of Chicago...
Maureen M. Yerkes
Feb 17, 2025
Maureen M. Yerkes nee Dolan, resident of Oak Lawn, IL. passed away on February 17, 2025. Beloved wife of 60 years to Roy A. Yerkes; loving mother of Margaret Hanania, Mark Yerkes, Christine (Gary) Molenhouse; cherished grandmother of Kristina (Robert) Haney, Samantha (Eduardo) Gutierrez, Matthew and Theresa Hanania and Nicholas Molenhouse; dearest great-grandmother of Makayla, Devin, Sloan, and Jameson; devoted...
Catrina A. Jones
Feb 16, 2025
Catrina A. Jones nee Deehan age 57 years. Passed away on Sunday, Feb 16, 2025 surrounded by her loving family. Resident of Worth, IL. Beloved wife of Kurt Jones; loving mother of Attia (Colby Laveder) Lawrence; Cody Lawrence, Sarah (fiancé Connor Tierney) Lawrence; dearest sister of Maria (Tim) Nelson, Shaunna (Brian) Kohlman, Danny Deehan, Fiona (Greg) Santo, and the late...
Nancy Lee Urban
Feb 14, 2025
Nancy Lee Urban, 69 years old . A resident of Oak Lawn, Illinois. Born August 8, 1955. Passed away February 14, 2025 after several serious illnesses. She is survived by her husband George of 50 years. She was the daughter of the late Max and Loretta Kuchan. Nancy's primary career was in the accounting field. Nancy and George enjoyed traveling...
Mary Louise Slaby
Feb 13, 2025
Visitation for Mrs. Slaby will be held on Friday February 21st from 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM at The Palos Gaidas Funeral Home, 11028 South Southwest Highway Palos Hills Illinois 60465. Friends and family asked to meet directly Saturday morning at St. Linus Catholic Church 10300 Lawler Avenue Oak Lawn Illinois 60453, for the 11:00 AM Celebration of Life Mass.
In...
Jeanette A Griffin
Feb 12, 2025
Jeanette A. Griffin (nee Stewart) age 82. Devoted mother of Bob (Susan) Woolwine and John (Laura) Woolwine. Loving grandmother of Jessica (Shawn) Maher, Eric (Gina) Woolwine and great grandmother of 5. Dear sister of Carol (Paul) Tokarz and Ed (the late Susan) Wilson. Jeannette enjoyed serving others working as a waitress for many years. Visitation Saturday, Feb.15th, 10 AM until...
George Macauley
Feb 10, 2025
George Macauley of Orland Park past away peacefully at the age of 90 on February 10, 2025. He was the beloved husband of 61 years to the late Dolores and the loving father to David, James and Christopher. He was also the cherished grandfather of Kimberly, Michelle, Juliana, Christopher and Isabella. His passing leaves a void in the hearts of...
Constance Spirakes
Feb 10, 2025
Constance "Connie" nee Hanes Spirakes age 84 years, resident of Palos Heights, IL
Beloved wife of the late Beau R. Spirakes; loving mother of Elaine Spirakes;
Cherished grandmother of Brendan and Lauren O'Rourke; dearest sister of Thomas and the late James (Effie) Hanes
dear aunt to many nieces and nephews. Kind friend to many.
In lieu of flowers, please be kind to someone in...
Patricia Rochowicz
Feb 5, 2025
Patricia Rochowicz nee McGarry; resident of Palos Hills, Illinois. Navy veteran;beloved wife of the late Ronald Rochowicz; loving mother of Scott (Karen) ISP and Kevin (Wendy ) Rochowicz CPD; cherished grandma of Samantha, Nicholas, Anthony Stephanie and Gracie; dearest sister of the late Lily (Charles) Utz and James ( Jane) McGarry; dear aunt and friend to many member of Eastern...
John P. Josepher
Feb 2, 2025
John P. "Jack" Josepher, 78, passed away Sunday, February 2, 2025. Loving father to Jane (Rick) Stocks. Devoted grandfather to Jacob and Justin. Dear brother to James and Judy (Bob).
Family and friends will gather for visitation on Monday, February 10, 2025 3:00 p.m.- 8:00 p.m. with Funeral Service 7:00 p.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 Southwest Hwy. Palos Hills,...
Michael M. Cunningham
Feb 1, 2025
Michael M. Cunningham, age 68, beloved husband of Audrey nee Palekas; devoted father of Jacob; dear brother of Susan Cunningham and Tommy Cunningham; survived by many loving relatives and friends. Many years of service in the steel industry.
Family and friends will gather for visitation on Friday, February 7, 2025, 11:30 am to 12:30 pm . Funeral Service 12:30 pm at...
Ypapanti Mavraganis
Feb 1, 2025
Beloved wife of Nick Mavraganis Loving Mother of George ( Patricia) Mavraganis, Nikoleta (Van) Bounatsos and the late Chrisoula (John) Scourtes; Cherished Yia Yia to Anastasia (Quinlan); Sophia, Alexandra, Zoe, Dina and Niko; Dearest Sister and aunt to many. Family and friends will gather for a visitation on Wednesday, February 5, 2025, 10 AM until time of Funeral Service 11...
Loren (Bud) Vicich
Jan 28, 2025
Loren John (Bud) Vicich – April 16, 1931. Proud Korean War Veteran and Patriarch of the Milos family from the former Assumption Parish, Chicago.
Loving son of the late John and Julia (Milos) Vicich. Preceded in death by his siblings Carole (Kenneth) Gierloff, Robert (Noreen), Mary Virgina (George) Andretich, and Diane (John)Dailey – (Leo) Milashoski. Beloved godfather to Nancy Webster, the...
Margaret Kearns
Jan 26, 2025
Margaret Kearns gave up the fight at the age of 84 on January 26, 2025.
A long time resident of Hazel Crest, Margaret was known for her quick wit and her love of cooking. May she rest in Peace. She was preceded in death by her beloved and devoted husband Tom and her four sisters, Rose, Virginia, Felicia and Maryann. Gravesite...
Emily W. Brouillette
Jan 26, 2025
Emily W. Brouillette nee Wolf, age 77 years. resident of Palos Hills, IL. Beloved wife of Dale Brouillette; cherished mother of the late Matthew James Brouillette; dearest sister of Sister Felica Wolf, Bernie (Jeff) Rohrsen and the late Frank Wolf; dear sister-in-law of Pam (Ed) Copher, Bruce (the late Elizabeth) Brouillette, and the late Rev. Paul (Judy) Brouillette; loving aunt...
Karen S. Mc Carthy
Jan 26, 2025
Karen Sue McCarthy nee Powers 81 of Bonita Springs, Florida; dear wife of the late Dennis; loving mother of James (Susan), Michael (Vickie) McCarthy; Sister of the late Ronald; devoted grandmother of Jenne, Ashley, Megan, Michael Jr, and Alec; dearest great-grandmother of 9.
Family and friends with gather for a visitation on Saturday, February 1, 2025 2:00 -6:00 p.m. with prayer...
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