obituaries

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...

Nov 21, 2023

Services for Charlotte T. Niemann are private.  Arrangements entrusted to the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, 5539 W. 127th Street, Crestwood.  (708)824-9000 or www.becvarfuneralhome.com

Nov 7, 2023

Arthur R. Thiele, 80 years, of Palos Heights passed away Tuesday, November 7, 2023. Mr. Thiele was born on January 19, 1943 in Chicago. He was retired from Local 134 Electricians where he was a 62 year member. Art is preceded in death by Nancy, his beloved wife of over 55 years. He is survived by his loving family....

Nov 4, 2023

Officer Patrick J. Lopez,  Crestwood Illinois Police Department,  passed away on Saturday, November 4, 2023 at the age of 60 years.  28 year career as a police officer. U.S. Army Veteran. Loving father, son, grandfather, brother and uncle.   Member of the Tunica Biloxi Tribe of Louisiana.  He fought cancer for almost 3 years.  In lieu of flowers, please make...

Nov 3, 2023

Paul Tishka, 96 years, W.W.II U.S. Army Veteran.  Beloved husband of the late Dolores, nee Jobst.  Loving father of David, Paula (Kevin) Dansart, Mark (Robin), and the late Wayne (Cindy).  Cherished grandfather of Jennifer (Joe) Johnson, Christopher (Jamie), Lori (Ray) McCarthy, Beth (Mike) Haddix, Abbey, Colleen (Ben) Thompson, David (Marietta), Kevin, Eric (fiancé Krissy) Dansart, Anne Marie, Ryan, Michael...

Nov 1, 2023

Janice Tillman Kurland, of Palos Heights, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at the age of 77 years.  Beloved wife of Joseph G. Kurland for 54 years.  Loving mother of Kristin (James) Grabowski, Kathryn (Todd) Lense, and Karen Kurland.  Cherished grandmother of Michael, Anna, Owen, Ashley, and the late Madison.

Visitation Sunday,...

Oct 28, 2023

Daniel J. Kemetick, passed away suddenly at his Oak Forest home on Saturday, October 28, 2023 at the age of 62 years.  Beloved son of the late Rita, nee Denlinger, and Donald J. Kemetick.  Loving brother of Rachel (Michael) Franson and the late Geoff Kemetick.  Cherished uncle of Brian, Paul, and Andrew.  Dear friend of many.

Graveside...

Oct 24, 2023

An obituary is not available at this time for Mary Eileen (Cornell) Langner. We welcome you to provide your thoughts and memories on our Tribute Wall.

Oct 19, 2023

Eveleen "Bunny" Bettinardi of Palos Heights, Illinois, born November 7, 1934, passed away peacefully on October 19, 2023 surrounded by her children and their families. She was a devoted and loving wife to Donald Bettinardi for over fifty years, who preceded her in death in 2005, and never ceased expressing her deep love and desire to be with Don...