obituaries

Esther "Helen" Dornhecker

Esther "Helen" Dornhecker

September 19, 2026

Esther “Helen” Dornhecker passed away peacefully on Saturday, September 19, 2026 at the age of 93. Beloved mother of Susan (Ken) Van Dyck, Steven Edward Dornhecker, and the late Lynne Dornhecker. Cherished grandmother of Dana (Travis) Jones, Eric Edward Van Dyck, Corrin (Jim) Mitchell, Carrie (Michael) Van Cleave, Heather (Charlie) Hagy, and Nicole (Kyle) Clemens. Loving great-grandmother of Brayden, Adalynn,...

John A. Ankrom Jr.

John A. Ankrom Jr.

September 7, 2026

John A. Ankrom, Jr, 88, of Crestwood, Illinois, passed away September 7, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of memories and the love of all who had the privilege of knowing him. He is survived by his Beloved wife Catherine, his daughters, Sheryl Ankrom and Darcy Ankrom, his stepson, Chuck Victor, his grandson, Brandon, and his sister Patricia (Terry) Falk. John is preceded in death...

Thomas Hruban

Thomas Hruban

September 14, 2026

Thomas Hruban, age 59, loved his family and friends. He loved spending his time with his wife, Deborah, and his dog, Bailey. He would do anything for his family and friends. He was happiest when he was doing for others and giving to others. Tom enjoyed going to Cubs games, spending weekends at Bass Lake, and laughing and telling stories. He was passionate...

Thomas C. Conwell

Thomas C. Conwell

September 12, 2026

Thomas Christopher Conwell, United States Navy Veteran, passed away on Saturday, September 12, 2026 at the age of 90.  Military Honors and Interment will be held on Tuesday, September 22, 2026 at 1:30 P.M. at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery, 20953 W. Hoff Road, Elwood, Illinois.  For more information and to sign the guestbook: www.becvarfuneralhome.com or (708) 824-9000

James G. Famera

James G. Famera

August 30, 2026

James George Famera passed away on Sunday, August 30, 2026 at the age of 70. Beloved son of the late Mary, nee Klacka, and Jerry Famera. Loving brother of Jerry (the late Joyce), Diane (the late Ed) Higgins, Jack (Mary), Lill (Bill) Stark, Dan (Linda) and the late Julie (Joe McGrath). Fond Uncle Jimmy to many nieces and nephews.

Jim was...

Margaret C. "Peggy" Paul

Margaret C. "Peggy" Paul

August 20, 2026

Margaret "Peggy" Paul, 85, long time resident of Crestwood, IL, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by her family on August 20, 2026.  Peggy was born in Chicago on January 15, 1941 to Violet, nee Bonnevier, and William Brown.  Peggy dedicated her entire life and love to her family and friends. She would always be by your side, if it...

Bruce P. Yocherer

Bruce P. Yocherer

August 18, 2026

Services and interment for Bruce P. Yocherer will be held on Friday, August 28, 2026 at 1:30 P.M. at Bohemian National Cemetery, 5255 N. Pulaski Road, Chicago. For more information and to sign the the guestbook: www.becvarfuneralhome.com or (708) 824-9000

Beverly Ann Negovan

Beverly Ann Negovan

August 14, 2026

Services for Beverly Ann Negovan are private. For more information and to sign the guestbook: www.becvarfuneralhome or (708) 824-9000

Janice C. Teta

Janice C. Teta

August 7, 2026

Visitation for Janice C. Teta will be held on Monday morning, August 17, 2026 from 9:00 A.M. until time of Mass 11:00 A.M. at Queen of the Universe Catholic Church, 7114 S. Hamlin Avenue, Chicago.  Interment will occur immediately following the Mass at St. Mary Catholic Cemetery, 87th & Hamlin Avenue, Evergreen Park.  For more information and to sign the...

Marcia L. Brenza

Marcia L. Brenza

July 27, 2026

Marcia L. Brenza, nee Namors, of Crestwood, passed away on Monday, July 27, 2026 at the age of 75.  

Visitation Sunday, August 16, 2026 from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. at the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, 5539 W. 127th Street, Crestwood.  Entombment of ashes will occur at a later date at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois.  For...

Kenneth Charles Alvers

Kenneth Charles Alvers

August 6, 2026

Kenneth Charles Alvers, U.S. Navy Veteran, passed away at his Tinley Park home on Thursday, August 6, 2026 at the age of 80. Beloved husband of Kathleen "Kathy" Alvers, nee Bean, for 56 years. Loving father of Kenneth R. "Kenny" (Kelly) Alvers. Cherished grandfather of Carly and Colin Alvers. Dear brother of Lynne Alvers (the late Lee) Patterson of New...

Teresa Rodriguez

Teresa Rodriguez

July 27, 2026

Teresa De Jesus Rodriguez, Age 64 born in Chicago, Illinois passed away peacefully with her sisters, brother-in-laws, nieces and nephews by her side. Beloved sister of Georgina (Michael) Kaminsky (nee Rodriguez-Yaber), Miriam (Tomas) Romo (nee Rodriguez), Guadalupe Rodriguez-Yaber, loving aunt to Georgina Y. Mendoza, Julio E. (Stephanie) Mendoza; Michael A. (Kelly)Mendoza, Maria Angelica Cavazos (nee Balingit), Adrianna L. (Isidro) Jiménez,...

Alexander Nauseda

Alexander Nauseda

July 29, 2026

Alexander Nauseda, U.S. Navy Veteran, passed away at his Palos Heights home on Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at the age of 98.  Beloved husband of the late Catherine Nauseda.  Loving father of Alex (Martha), Michael, Robert, Thomas, Steven, Christine, Karen, Theresa, and Janet (Kevin). Cherished grandfather, great grandfather, and great-great grandfather of many.

Visitation Tuesday, August 4, 2026 from 9:00 A.M....

Jean A. Scariano

Jean A. Scariano

July 24, 2026

Jean A. Scariano, devoted wife, loving mother, treasured GG, sister, aunt, cousin, and friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by the love of her family after a courageous battle with pancreatic cancer. While her illness was difficult, Jean would want to be remembered not for the challenges she faced, but for the extraordinary life she lived and the countless lives she...

Helen G. Mackrola

Helen G. Mackrola

July 20, 2026

Helen Grace Mackrola, nee Koplan, of Worth, passed away on Monday, July 20, 2026 at the age of 77. Beloved wife of Radomir Pospisil for 35 years. Loving mother of Bob (Deanna) Mackrola and Beth Kenealy. Cherished grandmother of Shane, Kristina (Jorge), Anne (Justin), and Matt (Meghan), and great-grandmother of Joey, Watson, Liam, Millie, and two on the way, Delaney...

Luke A. Beemsterboer

Luke A. Beemsterboer

July 18, 2026

Luke A. Beemsterboer, passed away on Saturday, July 18, 2026 at the age of 47. Beloved husband of Courtney, nee Quinn. Cherished father of Alex, Colin, and William. Loving son of the late Patricia Beemsterboer. Dear son-in-law of Mary Quinn. Fond cousin of many.

Memorial Visitation Saturday, July 25, 2026 from 4:00 P.M. until 7:00 P.M. In lieu of flowers, donations...

Christopher J. Zavoral

Christopher J. Zavoral

July 12, 2026

Christopher J. Zavoral, passed away on Sunday, July 12, 2026 at the age of 45. Beloved son of Jean, nee Cisek, and the late Kenneth A. Zavoral Jr. Cherished father of Justice Marie Zavoral. Loving brother of Kenny III, Bryon, and Shaun. Loving uncle many nieces and nephews. Special friend of many.

Visitation Thursday, July 16, 2026 from 4:00 P.M. until...

Luciano Hernandez

Luciano Hernandez

July 10, 2026

Luciano Hernandez, passed away on Friday, July 10, 2026 at the age of 78 years. Beloved husband of Isabel Amaya de Hernandez for 56 years. Loving father of Joe Hernandez, Richard (Rebecca Sue) Hernandez, George Hernandez, Edgar Hernandez, Rosaura Hernandez, and Alma Delia Hernandez. Cherished grandfather of Justin, David, Xavier, Ethan, Kaley, and Alonzo. Dear brother of 7 brothers and...

Jennifer Lynn Luebke

Jennifer Lynn Luebke

July 7, 2026

Jennifer Lynn Luebke, born on February 16, 1977, passed away on July 7, 2026. Her departure marks the loss of a beloved mother, daughter, sister, aunt, and niece whose presence will be deeply missed by her family and all who knew her.

Jennifer is survived by her devoted daughters, Paige A. Luebke and Victoria Luebke, as well as her loving son,...

Mark J. Zuiker

Mark J. Zuiker

July 2, 2026

Mark J. Zuiker, born February 4, 1967, passed peacefully surrounded by loved ones on Thursday July 2, 2026 at 59 years of age. He is survived by his friends, his sister Christine, and his two sons Nicholas and Jacob.

Mark was a lifelong resident of the south suburbs of Chicago. He attended St. Christopher Catholic School and Bremen High School. After...

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