obituaries

Oct 23, 2025

Jerry A. Lannom Jr., U.S. Army Veteran, started his eternal ride on Thursday, October 23, 2025 at the age of 62.  Beloved husband of Kathy Lannom.  Loving father of Tabitha Lannom (Chris Smith), Tara Lannom (fiancé Michael Wippo), Kayla Nolan (Cameron Horton), Destini Nolan, and Kyle Lannom.  Cherished grandfather of many.  Dear son of Patricia Chambers and the late...

Oct 22, 2025

Francisca Luna, passed away on Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at the age of 94.  Beloved wife of the late Luis Luna.  Devoted mother of Martha (Albert) Herrera, Joseph A. (Morella) Luna, and the late Joseph L. (Marge) Luna, and Victor A. (Theresa) Luna.  Loving grandmother of Albert, Stefanie, Joey, and Victor Jr.  Dear sister of Lale de Luna, Raphael...

Oct 21, 2025

Robert L. Locascio, U.S. Marine Veteran, passed away on Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at the age of 72.  Beloved husband of the late Joy R. Graham.  Loving father of Robby (Dekeia) Locascio, Jackie (Jose "Pep") Godina, Christina (John) Miller, Anthony J., Michael (Barbara), Joseph Locascio.  Cherished grandfather of Anna Marie, Jacob, Lexy, Delilah, Lilly, Johnny, Maverick, and Ellie. Dear...

Oct 14, 2025

Ruth N. Pilarczyk, beloved wife of the late Norbert R. Pilarczyk, passed away peacefully on October 14, 2025, at the age of 79.

She was the dear sister of James (Nancy) Trandel, and the late Daniel Jr. (the late Renee) Trandel. A cherished godmother and aunt to Holly (Rich) Manprisio, she also held a special place in...

Oct 11, 2025

Linda L. Macak, passed away on Saturday, October 11, 2025 at the age of 77.  Loving mother of Kim Ehrenhaft.  Beloved sister of Judi (Al) Moenck.  Cherished daughter of the late Margaret, nee Fandrey, and James Macak.  Dear friend of Susan and Jay Trygstad.

A Memorial Visitation is scheduled for Wednesday, October 22, 2025 from 4:00 P.M....

Oct 10, 2025

Arlene Vita Sessa, nee Partipilo, age 88. Beloved mother of James Sessa Jr and Donna Fiene.

Dear Grandmother of Ashley (Jeffrey) Kamp and Tara (Matthew) Voss; Alex (fiancé Tayla Findlay) Fiene.

Great Grandmother of Jaxon, Violet, Colton, Evelynn and Fletcher and soon to be number 6.

Dear sister of Virginia (late Chester) Bartos....

Oct 9, 2025

Geri E. Aird, nee Balsavich, passed away peacefully surrounded by family on Thursday, October 9, 2025 at the age of 92 after a short battle with congestive heart failure.  Beloved wife of the late William R. Aird and Donald F. Balsavich.  Loving mother of Don Balsavich, Ann Balsavich-Hadley, and the late Cindy Seck and Brian G. (Donna) Balsavich, Cherished...

Oct 5, 2025

Benjamin J. Spinato, 78, passed away peacefully Sunday, October 5, 2025, surrounded by family and friends.  Beloved husband of Katherine Spinato, nee Bartell.  Loving uncle of Jon (Jennifer) Nichols.  Loving great-uncle of Gianna Nichols.  Fond nephew of Mae Stewart.  Dear cousin and friend of many.

Visitation Saturday, October 11, 2025 from 10 A.M. until the time of...

Oct 2, 2025

James F. Fowler, U.S. Army Veteran, of Crestwood passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025 at the age of 79. Beloved husband of JoAnn "Jody," nee Creel, for 51 years. Loving father of Robert Fowler, Dena Fowler and Eric "E" (Stephanie) Fowler. Cherished grandfather of Mason, Kaleb, Taya Fowler. Dear uncle and cousin.

Visitation Wednesday, October 8,...

Oct 2, 2025

Josie Knoska, passed away on Thursday, October 2, 2025 at the age of 74.  Beloved wife of the late John W. Knoska.  Loving mother of Nataliya (Igor) Zhogol.  Cherished grandmother of Vladislav Zhogol, Ela, and Daniel.  Dear sister of Fred, Edward, and the late Vanda. Fond aunt of Gena (Olga), Andrea, Alisa, Irina, and Alena.  Dearest longtime friend of...

Oct 1, 2025

Services for Leota Ogden are private. For more info:  (708) 824-9000

Sep 25, 2025

Edward Michael Franz, aged 92, passed away quietly on Sept 25, 2025. Born on July 19, 1933, in Chicago, IL. Ed was a man of quiet strength and enduring love. He had a strong moral compass, with respect for everyone. He was filled with kindness, grace and had a wonderful self-effacing sense of humor. He lived a life devoted...

Sep 25, 2025

Darlene M. Catania, nee Henkel, passed away on Thursday, September 25, 2025 at the age of 102.  Beloved wife of the late Michael Catania.  Loving mother of Michael L. Catania.  Cherished grandmother of Gina (Rhett) Starr.  Dear great-grandmother of Abby, Piper, and Ender. Dear aunt of Phyllis Verderame.

Per Darlene's wishes, no services will be held. In...

Sep 22, 2025

Judy Graczyk, passed away on Monday, September 22, 2025 at the age of 83 years.  Beloved wife of Lee Graczyk.  Loving mother of Chris (Wayne) Koesema, Carrie (Scott) Keating, Natalie Graczyk, Kristin (Tim) Cichowski, Andrea (Daryl) O'Connor, and the late Lisa Petersen.  Cherished grandmother of Bryan, Tyler, Isa, Kristofer, Ryan, Clay, Rianna, Cole, Jake, Donovan, Avery, Riegan, and Skye. ...

Sep 15, 2025

Sandra Jean Peters, nee Epstein, resident of Crestwood for 50 years, passed away on Monday, September 15, 2025 at the age of 80 years.  Beloved wife of the late Donald for 50 years. Loving mother of Jason (Jennifer) and Mark.  Cherished grandmother of Emily, Dylan, and Allison.  Dear aunt of John Miller.

Visitation Sunday, September 21, 2025...

Sep 7, 2025

The Visitation/Services for Lisa Captain will be streamed live beginning at approximately 3 P.M. on 9/9/2025 by clicking on the following link:

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Lisa Captain passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving children, on September 7, 2025, at the age of 66. Beloved mother of Jeremy (Jessica), Ryan (Michelle), Shawn (Jessica), Arielle...

Sep 5, 2025

Andrew Frank Siwiec, passed away at his Crestwood residence on Friday, September 5, 2025 at the age of 70.  Beloved husband of Malgorzata Siwiec.  Loving father of Michael Siwiec and dear step-father of Patrycja Szwajnos and Pawel Migdal.  Cherished grandfather of Emma, Derek, and Victoria Szwajnos, and Jacob and Ethan Migdal.  Fond brother of William Siwiec.  Special uncle of...

Sep 3, 2025

Joan F. Biga, nee Sullivan, passed away at her Crestwood residence on Wednesday, September 3, 2025 at the age of 93. Beloved wife of the late James M. Biga for over 50 years.  Loving mother of Jane Kinkaid, Jill (Matt) McDonald, Judy (Mike) Karty, and Jim Biga.  Cherished grandmother of Bob Kinkaid, Kristen (Ittestu) McDonald, Kevin McDonald (Madilyn Joyce),...

Sep 2, 2025

James A. Duax, U.S. Navy Veteran, passed away at his Palos Heights residence on Tuesday, September 2, 2025 at the age of 93.  Loving husband of Monica, nee Charney, for 70 years.  Cherished uncle of Michael (Gina) Welsh, Edward Welsh, James (Nancy) Welsh, Claire Welsh, Jean Dignan, Michael King, Tara Purgatory, Melissa Diel, John King, and many more nieces...

Aug 26, 2025

Linda E. Becker, longtime resident of Oak Forest, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, August 26, 2025 at the age of 75. Beloved wife of Steve Becker.  Loving mother of Lisa (Don) Bartuch and Scott (Susan) Mikalausky. Cherished Nana of Scott Langton, Vincent Bartuch, Ellie Bartuch, Joseph Mikalausky, and Ava Mikalausky. Fond daughter of the late Howard and Betty Janicki. ...