obituaries

May 7, 2023

Virginia Perez-Bozarth, passed away on Sunday, May 7, 2023 at the age of 89 years.  Beloved daughter of the late Maria and Tomas Matos.  Loving mother of Beth Vega and the late Camilo Vega Perez.  Cherished grandmother of Norka Caquias Vega, Carlos A. Gonzalez, Luis Caquias Vega, Yvonne Gonzalez-Nazario (Darryl), Virgen M. Caquias Vega, and Camilo B. Vega III. ...

May 4, 2023

Frederick T. Paulis, born December 2, 1955, died May 4, 2023.  Fred was preceded in death by his parents, Alfred and Francis Paulis, and his son, Matthew Paulis. Fred is survived by his son, Christ Paulis, his daughter, Jean Dunahoe, his stepdaughter, April Groveau, and his brother Gregory Paulis and sister Mary Ellen.

Funeral Services for Fred...

Apr 28, 2023

Dorothy A. Deuter, nee Turrise, longtime resident of Crestwood, passed away at her house on Friday, April 28, 2023 at the age of 69 years.  Devoted wife of Allan Deuter.  Loving mother of Angie Deuter.  Cherished grandmother of Haley Deuter and great-grandmother of Isabella.  Dear sister of Gene, Joni, Ronnie, and the late Guy.  Fond aunt of many nieces...

Apr 21, 2023

Anne J. Zacek, nee Marec, of Palos Heights, passed away on Friday,  April 21, 2023 at the age of 96 years.  Beloved wife of the late John C. Zacek Jr.  Loving mother of Laura Miller, John C. Zacek III, Mark F. Zacek, and Chris (Angela) Zacek.  Cherished grandmother of Matthew, Carly, Ericka (Adam), Scott, Christopher (Brandy), Elaina, Miranda, and...

Apr 17, 2023

Robert G. Gruener, longtime resident of Palos Heights, passed away peacefully at his home on Monday, April 17, 2023 at the age of 94 years.  Beloved husband of the late Marlene, nee Coleman.  Loving father of Cheryl Murphy and Alesia Gruener..  Cherished grandfather of Shannon Murphy and Sean Murphy.

Funeral services for Robert are private.  Arrangements entrusted...

Apr 14, 2023

Ralph J. Vari, 79 years.  Beloved husband of Sandra, nee Hubbard.  Loving father of Jennifer (the late Gary) Fox and Barbara (Michael) Rubsam.  Cherished grandfather of Melissa (David) Rubsam-Dudley, Christopher, Melinda, and Bradley Fox.

Visitation Friday, April 21, 2023 from 9:00 A.M. until time of Chapel Prayers 10:30 A.M. at the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, 5539...

Apr 11, 2023

Edward Kwiatkowski, 83 years. U.S. Air Force Veteran.  Beloved husband of the late Karen, nee Judd, for 60 years.  Loving father of Dennis (Ita), Denise (Joe) Hausner, Donna, and Douglas.  Cherished grandfather of Anthony (Courtney), Erin, Joe Jr., Kelly, and the late Angel.  Great-grandfather of Jackson and Eleanor.  Beloved son of the late Joseph and Eleanor, nee Lojas.  Dear...

Apr 8, 2023

Zachary Schroeder's short life ended on April 8th 2023.  He had a smile that would light up any room and a wonderful sense of humor.  He gave us happiness as well grief and heartache. But our love was never less for him. He will forever be in our hearts and memories.  He leaves behind a Mother and Aunt who...

Apr 8, 2023

Clara M. Schroeder "Cookie" passed away on April 8, 2023. She was a beloved Mother and Grandmother.  She was energetic, funny and the life of the party. She will be greatly missed by all her family and friends.

A Memorial service will be held on April 15th from 3:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. to celebrate Clara's wonderful...

Apr 7, 2023

Karen Bielaski Freeman, 65 years. Beloved wife of Joseph P. Freeman. Loving sister of Marty Bielaski, Roberta Doolan and  Ann (Raymond)  Kubiak. Dear sister-in-law of Monica Dougherty. Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation Thursday, April 13th. from 3:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.  Funeral Friday, April 14th, 10:30 A.M. from the Becvar & Son Funeral Home,...

Apr 5, 2023

William C. Trent, a Navy veteran who served in the Korean War, died on April 5, 2023. He was 89.

Beloved husband for 63 years to the late Darlene A. Trent (nee Bleier) and cherished son of the late Christ and Daisy Trent.  Devoted father of Darlene (John) Shilka, Mary (Owen) Conrad, the late Chris (Mary) Trent,...

Apr 2, 2023

Norman J. Martello, 86 years. Beloved husband of Carol, nee Foley. Devoted father of Joseph (Carol) Martello, Thomas Martello, Christine (Anthony) Camardo, Janet (Don) Shouse and Michael (Carolyn)  Martello. Loving "Papa"of Nicholas, Vincent, Gianna and John Camardo, Matthew,  Gabriella and Daniel Shouse, Isabella and August Martello. Dear brother of Johanna Ugo-Conlon and the late Richard (Maria) Martello. Visitation Monday,...

Apr 1, 2023

Grace J. Janota (née Sejba) Born November 11, 1933 went to live with our lord on April 1, 2023 at the age of 89. Grace is survived by her loving children Stanley Jr. (Kathy), Brian (Mary Jane), Robert (Marilyn), and Juliana (Gregory). Grandmother of John, Stanley, Ryan (Liz) Janota, Bonnie (Jeff) Plude, and Amanda Miller. Great grandmother of Jacob...

Mar 29, 2023

Funeral services for David G. Swanson are private.

Mar 28, 2023

Luis Rodriguez, 55 years.  Beloved husband of Leticia, nee Martinez.  Devoted father of Luis Antonio Rodriguez, Edgar (Elisha) Rodriguez, Kenia (Cesar) Servin, and Christian Rodriguez.  Loving grandfather of Ariel, Alice, Vincent, Thiago, Theo, and Lionel.  Dear brother of Myrna Rodriguez, Mariby (Dargen) Guevara, Raymundo (Lilia) Rodriguez, and Elvia (Daniel) Miranda.  Fond son of Antonio (the late Maria) Rodriguez.

Mar 22, 2023

Lillie Ann Browning, 90 years.  Loving wife of the late James Browning.  Beloved daughter of Vera (Vassell) Parkes and Beatrice St. Clair.  Cherished grandmother of Violette Hawkins and Kevin Walker.  Fond aunt of Irene Surratt, Patricia Taylor, and Valerie Robinson.  Dear friend and relative to many others.

Visitation Friday, March 31, 2023 from 9:30 A.M. until time...

Mar 21, 2023

Funeral Services for Frederick K. Stein are private.

Mar 21, 2023

Funeral Services for Philip Michael Reyes are private.

Mar 13, 2023

Charleen M. Tuzik, 85 of Oak Lawn, Illinois, passed from our hands into God's loving arms on March 13, 2023.  Dedicated wife of 57 years to the late Adrian Tuzik (Tuzik's Kedzie Bakery), cherished mother to Susan (Mario) Pope, Sheri (Brian) Roeske, Wendy (Michael) Micek, Sandra (Matthew) Nowak and Timothy Tuzik.  Beloved Nana to Kayla (Tom) Isaacs, Tyler Roeske,...

Mar 4, 2023

Janet E. Walker, nee Rector-Berman, 67 years.  Beloved wife of the late Gary L. Walker.  Loving mother of Amy Suarez, Nicole (Santiago) Ayala, Kendra (Harlin) Neal, and Jason (Juanita) Walker.  Cherished grandmother of Rebecca, Marcellia (Jeffrey), Alejandro, Kelly, Joshua, Elizabeth, Nathan, Daniel, and J.J.  Dear Great-Grandmother of Galilei, Lydia, and a 3rd Great-Granddaughter on the way.  Fond sister of...