obituaries

Feb 11, 2024

Mary Jane Gannon, nee Cerny, 91, of Chicago and Bridgeview, IL. Preceded in death by her parents Joseph and Mary (nee Husak) Cerny. Dear sister of the late Elaine Majkut (Stanley), late Joseph (Ruby), late Norbert (Phyllis), late Ronald "Butch" (Dolores), late Shirley Gannon, and she is survived by her sister Carole Hammer. Loving mother of Robert "Bobby" (Carol)...

Feb 10, 2024

Patricia Hubacek was born on July 27, 1939 in Kingston Township, WI to Beatrice and Charles Rubins. She passed away on Saturday, February 10, 2024 at the age of 84 with her youngest son, Joseph, by her side. Pat was a devoted family member and spent her life in service to those she loved. Her devotion to her family...

Feb 4, 2024

Jerry Lee Nelson, U.S. Navy Veteran, passed away on Sunday, February 4, 2024 at the age of 84 years.  Funeral Services will be private however burial and military honors will be held on Tuesday, February 20, 2024 at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood, Illinois.  For more info:  (708) 824-9000 or www.becvarfuneralhome.com

Jan 23, 2024

Diane Wesensten, was born in Chicago, Illinois on September. 15, 1942.  Formerly of Miami Shores, Florida, resident of Palos Heights, passed away with her sister Suzanne by her side on Tuesday, January 23, 2024 at the age of 81 years. Loving daughter of the late Dolores M., nee Kimmey, and John D. Wesensten Sr.  Beloved sister of Suzanne Wesensten...

Jan 16, 2024

William L. Hunt, 86 years. U.S. Navy Veteran. Beloved husband of Jeanette for 54 years.  Loving father of Joyce (Kirk II) Petersen, the late Marsha (Bruce) Hodina, and the late Michael (Maria) Hunt.  Cherished Papa/Grandpa of Hannah (John) Ghassan, Kirk III (Armi Grace) Petersen, Sam Hunt, Ryan (Brittany) Petersen, Emily Petersen, Rachel Hunt, and Brad Petersen.  Great-Grandfather of Kirk...

Jan 13, 2024

Elizabeth Pretkelis-Heaton, 46, passed away unexpectedly on January 13, 2024. Liz was a devoted wife to her beloved husband, David Heaton, a loving mother to her son, Nicholas Dunkel, and a caring step-mother to Naveah Heaton. She is deeply missed by her parents, Algird and Carol Pretkelis; siblings, James (Lesley) Pretkelis and Margaret (Brett) Rush; nieces, Brooklyn and Lacey...

Jan 12, 2024

Funeral Services for George J. Klimaitis are private.

Jan 7, 2024

Anthony Scaccia, 73 years old.  Beloved husband of the late Jacqueline Scaccia, nee Hamel.  Loving father of Jason (Nicole) Scaccia and the late Peter (Linda) Scaccia.  Cherished grandfather of Vincent, Justin, Dylan, and Samantha.  Dear brother of James (the late Laurene) Scaccia and Tina (Dean) Craft.  Loving son of the late Sam and Mary Scaccia.  Uncle and friend of...

Jan 1, 2024

Dawn Marie Tortorelli, of Orland Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on January 1, 2024 at the age of 58 years.  She is survived by her life partner Scott Van Etten, her sister Donna Tortorelli, brother Bill (Carol) Tortorelli, and she was a dear cousin of many.  Dawn was predeceased by her loving parents, Marlene, nee Kopp,...

Dec 26, 2023

Services for Lois E. Anderson are private.

Dec 22, 2023

Patricia A. Surane, nee Doretti, passed away on Friday, December 22, 2023 at the age of 78 years. Beloved wife of 58 years to Jack W. Surane, Retired C.F.D.  Sweetest angel and mom of Brian (Diane) Surane, Kathy (Dave) Witkowski, Laurie (Andy) O'Brien, Colleen (Steve) Matayka, and the late John F. Surane. Best Grammy Ever of Jack (Lizzy), Brendan...

Dec 21, 2023

Ralph "Eddie" Haxel, passed away at his Crestwood home on Thursday, December 21, 2023 at the age of 61 years. Beloved father of Zackery (Jamie) Haxel.  Loving brother of Rita Haxel and Kelly (Greg) Williams.  Husband of Sheryl for 28 years. Dear uncle, cousin, and friend of many.

Visitation Tuesday, December 26, 2023 from 3:00 P.M. until...

Dec 18, 2023

Grace D. Pluhar, nee Schultes. Longtime resident of Oak Lawn, Illinois passed away at peacefully at her home on December 18, 2023 at the age of 92 years.  Beloved wife of the late Russell A. Pluhar.  Loving mother of David (Joyce) Pluhar, Liz (Michael) Antolik, Richard (Helen Schaeffer) Pluhar, and James (Pati) Pluhar.  Cherished grandmother of 6 and great-grandmother...

Dec 13, 2023

In loving memory of Richard "Richie" Snider, age 43 who passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday December 13, 2023. He was a beloved son of Steven and Maryann Snider, a wonderful father to Italiana and Eugene "Gino" Foley, a loving boyfriend to Bridget Foley, and a loyal and cherished brother to Rachel and Keith Viola and to Christina and Erik...

Dec 13, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Antonio Rodriguez. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Dec 3, 2023

Linda McDonald passed away surrounded by loved ones on Sunday, December 3rd , 2023. She was 48 years old and lived in Crestwood, Illinois. Linda was born as an only child in Cicero where she met her two lifelong best friends in grade school and has remained close since. True to her passion she majored in photography and graduated...

Nov 29, 2023

Rosemarie Renner, age 72, died peacefully on Wednesday, November 29th .  Beloved daughter of the late Ann and late George Renner. Cherished sister of Sr. Mary Dolores VHM, the late George (Sharon), Don (Sandy) and Dot (Rich) Rennergrodek. Dear aunt of George, David, Michele, Melissa, Kim, Don and Marilyn.

Visitation Tuesday, December 5, 2023 from 10:00 A.M....

Nov 28, 2023

Agnes T. O'Brien, nee Oboikovitz, (late Frank M. O'Brien), of Chicago, passed away November 28, 2023 surrounded by her loving family. She is survived by her daughters, Jean O'Brien-Bravi and Karen (Peter) Piniotes; grandchildren, Melissa (Jeff) Garretson, Lori Bravi, Ryan (Jennifer) Bravi, Jordan (Shaun) Barnett, Daniel O'Brien-Bravi, and Kyle Piniotes; great-grandchildren, Reilly, Paxton, Michael, Kellan, Easton, and Julia; brothers,...

Nov 28, 2023

Erik "Petey" Petersen, U.S. Army Veteran 82nd Airborne.  Beloved husband of Catherine, nee Lox-Spagnola.  Dear step-father of Melanie (Brad) Andrulewicz, Lauren Spagnola, and Michael (Samantha) Spagnola.  Cherished grandfather of Jameson, Michael, and Vivienne.  Loving son of the late Kirk (Muriel) Petersen and the late Ellen Petersen.  Fond brother of Janet (Stephen) Krasniak, Audrey Petersen, and Kirk Jr. (Joyce) Petersen....

Nov 24, 2023

William John Cardinal, lifelong Crestwood resident, passed away suddenly Friday morning November 24, 2023, at the age of 49. Beloved husband of Katherine A. Cardinal, nee Langner.  Loving father of Rachel C. Harms. He was preceded in death by his loving parents Mary Corcoran Cardinal and Gerald L. Cardinal. Loving brother of Beverly (Cardinal) Simmons, Gerald Cardinal Jr. and...