obituaries

Mar 20, 2025

Judith A. Johnson, nee Berrick, passed away on Thursday, March 20, 2025.  Beloved wife of Roderic Johnson for 62 years.  Loving mother of Mark (Susan) Johnson and Michael Johnson.  Cherished grandmother of Jamie, Jason, Kyle, Jessica, Justin, and Madison.  Dear great-grandmother of Warren.  Fond aunt and great-aunt of many.  Judy loved playing golf and enjoyed spending time with her...

Mar 6, 2025

Mary Catherine "Kay" Devine, passed away on Thursday, March 6, 2025 at the age of 70 years.  Loving daughter of the late Mary A. and William G. Devine.  Dear sister of Nancy Plotkin, Suzanne Devine, William (Tammie) Devine, and Edward (Susan) Devine.  Special aunt of Billy (Courtney) Devine, Kerry (Chris) Sensenbrenner, Joe Devine, Zach Devine, Brian (Amy) Plotkin, Laura...

Feb 27, 2025

Donald S. Gracanin, U.S. Army Veteran, passed away on Thursday, February 27, 2025 at the age of 78 years.  Beloved son of the late Milka, nee Obradovic, and Mirko Gracanin.  Loving brother of Angie (the late Henry) Chapa, Mary (Rudy) Rangel, and the late Milan (Rosa) Gracanin.  Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation Wednesday, March...

Feb 26, 2025

Irene A. Wasag, nee Hutzler, passed away on Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at the age of 87 years.  Beloved wife of Ronald J. Wasag.  Devoted mother of Brenda Craven, Jeffrey Wasag, and Kevin (Malgorzata) Wasag.  Loving grandmother of 8 and cherished great-grandmother of 6.  Dear sister of Melvin Hutzler and 11 other siblings that preceded her in death.

Feb 23, 2025

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of John B. Varney, a devoted husband, loving father, cherished grandfather to his fur babies, and a beloved brother and friend. John left this world surrounded by the love of his family, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, hard work, and an unwavering commitment to those he held dear....

Feb 20, 2025

A Memorial Mass will be held for Darrel "Tom" Antonelli on Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 11:00 A.M. at Incarnation Catholic Church, 5757 W. 127th Street, Crestwood.  Entombment of Ashes will follow the Mass at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery in Alsip.  Arrangements entrusted to the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, 5539 W. 127th Street, Crestwood.  (708) 824-9000 or www.becvarfuneralhome.com

Feb 18, 2025

Sean P. VanWormer, formerly of Tinley Park, U.S. Air Force Veteran, suddenly passed away on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at the age of 42. Cherished father of Natalie and Tessa VanWormer.  Former spouse and dear friend of Jennifer VanWormer. Beloved son of Rosanne (Gary) Travis and the late Newell VanWormer.  Dear brother of Christopher VanWormer, Kristyn (Derek) Barsic, Matthew...

Feb 13, 2025

Susan Calow, nee Payne, passed away on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at the age of 60 years. Beloved daughter of the late Warren Payne and Gladys McClintock, nee Bates.  Loving mother of Beth (Alan) Martens, Julie Ponziano, Stephanie (Todd) Marcum, and Jennifer Calow.  Cherished grandmother of Austin, Daniel, Eric, Mia, Brooke, and Theodora.  Susan graduated from Bloom High School,...

Feb 7, 2025

A Memorial Visitation will be held for Gredel N. Hooker on Friday, February 21, 2025 from 5:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M. at the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, 5539 W. 127th Street, Crestwood.  A Memorial Mass will be held the following day at 10:00 A.M. at St. Alexander Church, 7025 W. 126th Street, Palos Heights.  For more info:  (708)...

Feb 6, 2025

Carl Kenneth Roberson, U.S. Navy Veteran, passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025 at the age of 82 years.  Beloved husband of the late Barbara Ann, nee Murawski.  Loving father of Janelle (Scott) Schmidt and Kenneth (Sherry) Roberson.  Cherished grandfather of Cassidy and Braden.  Dear brother-of-the late Kelly (the late Ron) Belair.  Fond brother in law of Sharon (Mike)...

Feb 4, 2025

F aith M arie M cHale, F . M . M . " F aith M oves M ountains." Passed away on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at the age of 4 years.  Loving daughter of Jessica Bethany Kaliski and Conor James McHale.  Cherished sister of Charlotte James McHale, Logan Michael McHale, and Aislynn Lee McHale.  Beloved granddaughter of Michael...

Jan 25, 2025

Dylan Wright Early, 21 years, passed suddenly.  Beloved son of Rodger and Heather Early.  Dearest brother of Ryan Early.  Loving grandson of Ronald and Marilyn Early and the late Jackie (Nana) and Flora (Nonnie).  Dear nephew of Laura, Jon, Katie, Maura, Chris, Kirstin, Ronnie, Sue, Linda, George, Eddie, Sandy, Tiffany and Dan. Fond cousin of Jane and Henry.

Jan 22, 2025

Lawrence E. Stanek, U.S. Marine Veteran WWII. 102 years old.  Beloved husband of the late Ann.  Loving father of Joanne Stanek.  Dear son of the late Joseph and Anna Stanek. Dear brother of the late Richard, Ray. and Roy Stanek.  Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.  Lawrence worked as a lithographer for over 40 years.

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Jan 18, 2025

Mary "Kay" Durkin, nee Riordan, Age 87, Suddenly. Beloved Wife of the late Patrick (CFD) Durkin, Adored Mother of Eileen (Timothy Ret CFD) Hunt, Patricia Durkin, Maribeth (Michael Ret CFD) Owcarz, Susan (Patrick) Benson, Michael, the late Matthew Durkin and Noreen (Gregory) Hannapel. Amazing Nana of Sean (Kelly), Brian CPD (Maura) Hunt, Katie (Jeremy) Cole, Nicole and David (Lisa)...

Jan 11, 2025

Sylvia Marie Kabat, 92 of Carmel, Indiana, was born into eternal life, January 11, 2025. Sylvia is survived by her children, Bruce Kabat and Joyce (Terry) Crowder; her grandchildren, Jenna (T.J.) O'Neil, Brad Scriff, Tim Griffin, and Adam (Rachel) Crowder; her great-grandchildren, Tommy O'Neil and Jimmy O'Neil; her sisters-in-law, Lorraine Gorski and Marge Lewandowski; her brother-in-law, Robert Kabat; her...

Jan 8, 2025

Contributions to the future wellbeing of Brock's two young children would sincerely be appreciated.

Venmo:  @Brent-Mavity

Zelle:  brent.mavity@gmail.com

Brent's cell for any questions: 708.466.7616

It's with a heavy heart that we announce the untimely passing of Brock Aaron Mavity on Wednesday, January 8, 2025 at the age of 45 years. Beloved...

Jan 7, 2025

Artemio "Art" Rigor passed away on Tuesday, January 7, 2025 at the age of 89 years.  Beloved husband of Patricia Rigor.  Loving father of David (Nimpha) Rigor, Ann (Bob) Basile, Peter Rigor, Josh (Sarah) Rigor, Gabriel (Mary Rose) Rigor, Matthew (Rose) Rigor, and Sarah (James) Mitchell.  Cherished grandfather of Kelian Rigor, Ethan Rigor, Aiden Rigor, Ciara Rigor, Damian Mitchell,...

Jan 4, 2025

Funeral Services for John Alexander Clark are private.  Interment of ashes will occur at Chapel Hill Garden South Cemetery. Arrangements entrusted to the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, 5539 W. 127th Street, Crestwood.  For more info:  (708) 824-9000 or www.becvarfuneralhome.com

Jan 4, 2025

 Raul Saldivar of Alsip, suddenly was called to the House of the Lord on Saturday, January 4, 2025 surrounded by family at the age of 46 years.  Beloved husband of Diana L. Saldivar, nee Pena.  Loving father of Eliza.  Son of Primitivo Saldivar and the late Obdulia Mendiola.  Dear brother of Estella, Guadalupe, Elvira, Marina, and Elena.  Very loving uncle...

Jan 3, 2025

Dennis V. Hetzer, U.S. Army Veteran, passed away on Friday, January 3, 2025 at the age of 82 years.  Loving father of Tara Denise (Christine McGrath) and Dennis Hetzer (Michele).  Cherished grandfather of Madeleine Rose Denise McGrath, Jackson Denise McGrath, Alan Hetzer (Stephanie), Trevor Hetzer (Lizz), and Hayley Hetzer (Michael).  Fond great-grandfather of Kayla, James, and Kyle Hetzer. Beloved...