Local Illinois Obituaries
John R Melker Sr
Aug 31, 2021
John “Johnnie” Melker, Sr., 90, passed away on Tuesday, August 31, 2021. John was born May 19, 1931 to John and Anna Melker in Chicago, Illinois, and had three younger siblings: Ellen, Amelia and Martin. Throughout his life, John worked as a semi-truck driver in Chicago and eventually retired from Roadway and Yellow Freight in his late 60s. During his...
James Pavlatos D.D.S
Aug 31, 2021
Jim Pavlatos lost his long and difficult battle with cancer on August 31, 2021. Born in Chicago to Angelo and Stella Pavlatos, he attended Lake Forest College and Loyola Dental School. He enjoyed a very successful dental practice in Palos Heights, specializing in dental implants. His love of Palos Park motivated him to serve as a Palos Park Commissioner for...
Mary Anna Gercius
Aug 31, 2021
Mary Anna Gercius Mary Anna Gercius peacefully passed away at the age of 78 on August 31, 2021. A resident of the Timbers in Palos Hills for 50+ years and a committed member to Sacred Heart Church, she helped deliver 1000+ babies during her tenure as an Obstetric Nurse at St. Anthony Hospital. Actively involved over the years as an...
Robert Quillman
Aug 30, 2021
Bob Quillman, Sr. of Palos Heights, Illinois passed away on August 30, 2021 at the age of 86. Bob was born January 21, 1935 in Perry County, Illinois to Alta and Harley Quillman. A standout multi-sport athlete at Pinckneyville High School, Bob helped lead the Panthers to the state basketball finals in Champaign in 1951, 1952, and 1953. His 65-foot...
Shirley Mae Hummel
Aug 30, 2021
Shirley Mae Hummel, nee Setzke, 89, passed away peacefully at Lightways Hospice on August 30, 2021. Beloved wife of the late Donald; proud and loving mom of Susan Zielinski and Charles (Kim) Hummel; cherished grandma of Heather (Patrick) Crehan nee Hummel, Donnie (Olivia) Hummel, Julie (Josh) Limp nee Zielinski, Joey (Melissa) Hummel and Sarah Zielinski; great-grandma of Oliver Limp. Sister...
Jayne Panka
Aug 29, 2021
Jayne Kathleen Panka, passed away on Sunday, August 29, 2021, at the age of 63. Jayne is survived by her husband Thomas Panka. Jayne is also survived by her two loving daughters: Jennifer (Gene) Larken and Sarah (Joe) Haka. Jayne was the daughter of the late Florence Danner and the late Jerome Dwyer. Jayne is survived by her three siblings:...
John R. Tholen
Aug 29, 2021
John R. Tholen, U.S. Veteran Memorial visitation Thursday, September 9, 2021 from 9:00 a.m. until time of Funeral Service 11:00 a.m. Inurnment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery In lieu of flowers contributions to St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000 Memphis TN 38148-0142 would be appreciated
Frank J. Dufner
Aug 26, 2021
Frank J. Dufner, passed away on Thursday, August 26, 2021 Army veteran, resident of Palos Hills, IL beloved husband of Victoria nee Brunetti; loving father of Debby Rosa, Daniel Dufner, Tracy Robinson and Michael ( Thomas Barry) Dufner; cherished grandfather of Serena ( Fiance Jesse Martinez) Rosa, Savannah, Nikko, Chance and Andrea Rosa, Mc Kenna, Mia, and Noah Robinson; dearest...
Sharon A. Exe
Aug 24, 2021
Sharon A. Exe, nee Headtke age 66 yrs. passed away suddenly. Resident of Worth, IL beloved wife of the late John L. Exe; devoted daughter of the late Roger and Rosemarie nee Cuculic Headtke; loving sister of Wayne ( Carol) and Mark (the late Sandra) Headtke. Memorial Visitation will be held on Friday, September 3, 2021 from 3:00 p.m. until...
Nancy Kendra
Aug 22, 2021
Nancy Kendra, resident of Diamond, IL passed away on Sunday, August 22, 2021 Beloved wife of the late Raymond Kendra; devoted daughter of the late Stanley and Mae Kowalski Visitation Wednesday 3:00 p-8:00 p.m. Funeral Thursday 9:00 a.m. from Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 Southwest Hwy. Palos Hills to Sacred Heart Church, Mass 10:00 a.m. Interment Resurrection Cemetery
Thaddeus Zielinski
Aug 21, 2021
Ted Zielinski, resident of Palos Hills, IL passed away on Saturday, August 21, 2021 Beloved husband of Barbara nee Cummings; loving father of Todd (Debbie), Tom (Mariette) Zielinski and the late Mary Ivanov. Cherished grandfather of Robin Zielinski, Candice (Ruben) Rodriguez, Amanda (Curtis) Kruder, Denise Walters, Nick Zielinski, Noah and Taylor Zielinski; proud great-grandfather of 5; dearest brother of late...
Daniel J. Kwiat
Aug 18, 2021
Daniel J. Kwiat, 80, of Hickory Hills and Chicago, IL passed away Wednesday, August 18 th . Beloved husband of Carolann Kwiat (nee Bonior) for 52 years. Devoted father of Kevin (Jennifer) Kwiat, Sharell (Ken) Sandvoss, and Kimberly (Marc) Rieck. Beloved Grandpa of Jonathan, Julia, Tyler, Ryan, Alexis, Elaina and Gareth. Loving son of the late Charles and Rose Kwiatkowski....
Marina Xenos
Aug 15, 2021
Marina Xenos, (nee Triantafillou), 74, of Palos Hills, passed away peacefully on August 15th, after a three year valiant battle with cancer. She leaves behind her children, Marietta (the late Michael) Igoe, Helen (Themis) Raftis, and Nick Xenos as well as her grandchildren Paul and Marina Raftis. Marina was born in Zakynthos, Greece, one of six children. There, she met...
Frank J. Kreczmer
Aug 7, 2021
Frank J. Kreczmer , Army Veteran Beloved husband of Barbara Marchese; loving father of Tracy and Daniel Kreczmer Cherished grandfather of Noah and Cade Kreczmer; dearest brother of 15; dear uncle of many. Visitation Thursday 3-8 p.m. with a Funeral Service at 7 p.m. at the Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 Southwest Hwy. Palos Hills, IL. Interment Private
Maria Dremonas
Aug 7, 2021
Maria Dremonas (nee Marinakis) 94 of Hickory Hills and formerly of Kastri Kynourias Greece, passed away peacefully into eternal life on August 7, 2021. Beloved wife of the late James Dremonas for over 45 years. Dearest mother of Dena Dremonas, Stella (Dennis) Bouros, Peter Demonas, Joanne (Byron) Olson, and Panos Dremonas. Loving Yiayia of Pete Bouros, Kristina Bouros, Byron James...
Cindy Gray Kostrubala
Aug 4, 2021
Cindy Gray Kostrubala nee Cohen, passed away suddenly at her residence in Elgin Beloved wife of Bart Kostrubala, loving mother of Justin Gray; devoted daughter of Sanford and the late Marilyn nee Hutner; dearest sister of Genny Cohen; kind aunt to Jack and Ashley Brown, Andrew, Courtney, Anthony, Edward and Natalie Kostrubala; Cindy was a diehard Cubs Fan and avid...
Eric Otto Acker Jr.
Aug 4, 2021
Acker Jr.-Eric Otto. Veteran of Korean War, Passed away on August 4th, 2021. Resident of Worth, Il. Beloved husband of Josephine A. (nee Balas). Loving Father of Dennis (Donna) Acker and Sara (Dennis) Miller, and the late Kenneth (Jennifer Printy) Acker; Cherished Grandfather of Elizabeth Miller, Brianna Simmons, Rachel Miller and Hanna Miller. Brother of the late Ronald Acker. Eric...
Gary P. Mc Cormick
Jul 28, 2021
Gary P McCormick December 14, 1944 - July 28, 2021 Gary McCormick, proud US Army Veteran Beloved husband of Roxanne, nee Krivacek. Loving father of Scott, Todd, ( Joanne ) Cherished grandfather of Zackary, Nicholas, Christopher, Matthew. Preceeded in death by his parents: Eula Sammons and J. McCormick. His greatest pleasure in life was fishing. He was a lifetime member...
Dolores Grzadzinski
Jul 22, 2021
Visitation Tuesday, July 27th, 4:00 p.m. until 8:30 p.m. with a Vespers service at 7:00 p.m. Friends and Family will gather Wednesday, July 28th, at Holy Cross Church, Joliet Il. for an 11:00 a.m. Mass. Interment Holy Cross Cemetery In Calumet City. Please omit any type of Lilies if you chose to send flowers
George A Kwak
Jul 21, 2021
George A. Kwak, U.S. Army veteran of WWII, Long time resident of Brighton Park Chicago, Illinois. Beloved husband of the late Lois G. nee Johnston Loving father of Norman, Paul (Lynne), Mark (Debra), and John Kwak and Michelle (Terry) Vagnoni Cherished grandfather of Kara, Nicholas, and Matthew Kwak and Gisa Vagnoni Dearest brother uncle and friend to many Family and...
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