obituaries

Jan 4, 2026

A Memorial Mass for Michael W. McInerney will be held on Friday, January 23, 2026 at 11:00 A.M. at Incarnation Catholic Church, 5757 W. 127th Street, Crestwood.   For more info:  (708) 824-9000 or www.becvarfuneralhome.com

Dec 29, 2025

John E. Neis, U.S. Navy Veteran (WWII era) passed away on Monday, December 29, 2025 at the age of 98. Beloved husband of the late Ethelreda M. Neis, nee Carey. Loving father of Gerald Neis, Joanne (Richard) Mix, Stephen Neis, and Sharon (David) Wall. Cherished grandfather of 6 and great-grandfather of 3. Dear brother of Carol Retzke and the...

Dec 27, 2025

Daniel E. Smith, passed away on Saturday, December 27, 2025 at the age of 74.  Beloved husband of Linda Smith, nee Okonski.  Loving father of Danielle (Nick) Episcopo and Kimberly (Chris) Carberry.  Cherished grandfather of Aislin, Gianna, Dominick, Gwendolyn, Rory, and Vincent.  Dear brother of David Smith and the late Robert (Carmen) Smith.  Fond uncle of many nieces and...

Dec 26, 2025

Joseph A. Pesek, of Oak Forest, passed away on Friday, December 26, 2025 at the age of 80. Beloved husband of the late Charlyne M. Pesek, nee Marshall. Loving father of Michael, Richard (Laura), and Christina (Jeremy) Kahsen. Devoted grandfather of Ricky, Ryan, Zak, and Alex. Cherished brother of Rose Schmidt and the late Frank Prevendar. Special uncle of...

Dec 19, 2025

Mary Mitchell, nee Kelleher, passed away surrounded by family, on Friday, December 19,2025, at her residence at Rosary Hill Home at the age of 93. Preceded in death by her husband of 53 years, James Mitchell, her parents Con and Margaret Kelleher, and her loving brother John.

Mary was a 1950 graduate of Visitation High School.  A...

Dec 16, 2025

Jean C. Loftus, nee Kozak, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at her residence at Rosary Hill Home at the age of 94. Preceded in death in 1982 by her husband of 27 years, James M. Loftus. Devoted mother of Mark (Jean), Ann, Michael, Jim (Angela), and Brian (Julie). Adored grandmother of 11 and great-grandmother of 6....

Dec 11, 2025

Lynne M. Potter, passed away on Thursday, December 11, 2025 at the age of 55.  Beloved partner of John Potter.  Loving mother of Brooke, Lucas, and the late Neal Potter.  Cherished sister of Laurie (J.R.) Locey.  Devoted daughter of Robert and Sandra Hanzyk.

A Memorial Mass will be held at Incarnation Catholic Church on Saturday, December 20,...

Dec 10, 2025

John "Motown" Mauna , passed away suddenly on Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at the age of 54.  Loving father of Laura (Blas Jr. Sanchez) Christina Mauna, Justin & Johnny Mauna. Giovanni Mauna & Gianna Mauna. Cherished grandpa of Davian Mauna, Angelika Salgado, Dahlia Sanchez, Orlando Salgado, Blas Sanchez III & Logan Sanchez. Dear brother of Vanessa Mauna. Fond uncle...

Dec 7, 2025

Ronald J. Wasag, U.S. Army Veteran (1956-1958), passed away on Sunday, December 7, 2025 at the age of 91.  Beloved husband the late Irene A. Wasag, nee Hutzler.  Loving father of Brenda Craven, Jeffrey Wasag, and Kevin (Malgorzata) Wasag.  Cherished grandfather of 8 and great-grandfather of 6.  Ron was a proud retired Crestwood Village Trustee from 1969 until 2013....

Nov 28, 2025

Services for William P. Marsink are private.  For more info:  (708) 824-9000

Nov 27, 2025

With great sadness we have to share the passing of Fran Lense, wife of Tom Lense, mother of Tim Lense and Todd Lense, and dear step mother of Al Lense. She lived a busy, always active, fun filled life, loved her boys and her grandkids, and will be greatly missed. A devoted friend to so many people in her...

Nov 27, 2025

Services for Julie A. Plockelman are private.  For more info:  (708) 824-9000 or www.becvarfuneralhome.com

Nov 18, 2025

Robert F. Moran Jr., passed away peacefully at his Palos Heights residence on Tuesday, November 18, 2025 at the age of 87. Beloved husband of Judith Moran, nee Pacer. Cherished father of Mary Jeanette Moran (Scott Williams), Kitty Moran (Scott McCracken), and Peggy Moran (Jack Helsley). Loving grandfather of Judy, Ronan, Andy, and Mack. Dear brother of Michael (Kate)...

Nov 8, 2025

Michelle Buckley, age 50, of Bolingbrook Illinois, peacefully passed away in her sleep on November 8th, 2025. Although she faced many battles in her life, she fought and conquered all of them with admirable determination. She never hesitated to lend a helping hand to anyone that needed it. She was an amazing grandmother and her grandson's favorite human being....

Nov 7, 2025

Brigid J. Powers, passed away on Friday, November 7, 2025 at the age of 62.  Loving daughter of the late Margaret "Peg" and John Powers. Beloved sister of Margaret, Theresa, John, Michael, Martin (Shelly) and the late Patrick. Cherished aunt of Jennifer, Deanna (Brandon Johnson), Sonia Hanton, Kareen (Matthew) Janiak, and Juliet Jimenez. Fond great-aunt of Hannah Quigley, Alexis,...

Nov 6, 2025

Tracy Mallet, of Oak Forest, passed away on Thursday, November 6, 2025 at the age of 58.  Beloved mother of Jake Mallet (Mallory Alton).  Loving daughter of the late William and Eileen. Dear friend of many.

Visitation Tuesday, November 11, 2025 from 3:00 P.M. until 9:00 P.M.  Funeral Wednesday, November 12th beginning with Chapel Prayers at 10:30...

Nov 3, 2025

William (Bill) Kamholz passed away on November 3 rd at his residence in the Discovery Commons Senior Living facility at the age of 91. Preceded in death by his Beloved wife of over 61 years Pauline (nee Boers). Adored Father of Derek (Sharon), Jeffrey (Barbra), and Michael. Best "Papa" to 8 Grandchildren and 1 Great Grandchild. Loving son of...

Oct 25, 2025

Margaret C. Fried, nee Emody, passed away on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at her Palos Heights residence at the age of 97.  A Memorial Mass will be held at 10:00 A.M. on Saturday, November 8, 2025 at St. Alexander Catholic Church, 7025 W. 126th Street, Palos Heights.  For more info:  ww.becvarfuneralhome.com or (708) 824-9000

Oct 24, 2025

Paul G. (Buddy) Haynes, 74, of Crestwood, IL was called home on October 24, 2025. Paul was born in Salem, NJ to Paul and Dorothy (Collier) Haynes.

Upon graduation of Pennsville Memorial High School Class of 1969, Paul attended Florida Institute of Technology where he received his associate degree in Oceanography. In 1971 he was drafted into...

Oct 24, 2025

It is with deep sadness that we announce the sudden passing of Paul D. Spagnola.

Paul was the beloved son of Paul M. and Charlene R. Spagnola and was born on October 18, 1974, and was called home on October 24, 2025. He was a proud and loving father to Matt Spagnola (Isabel Vazquez) and Aden Spagnola,...