obituaries

Aug 28, 2024

Barbara Ann Franks passed away on Wednesday, August 28, 2024 at the age of 68 years. Barbara was the loving daughter of Robert and Faith, big sister to Susie, mom to Samantha (Kevin) and most importantly grandma to Matt and Alex and her granddogs- Ruby, Loki and Zoey. She was one of the kindest people you would ever meet...

Aug 27, 2024

Timothy E. Clark passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 in Tucson, Arizona at the age of 69 years. Beloved son of the late Margaret Mary, nee Conron, and John H. Clark.  Loving brother of Kevin, Deirdre (Norm) Lee, Nadine (Daniel Huber), and the late Ellen, Daniel, and Mary Norinne.  Dear uncle of Sean, Kelsey, Ryan, and Connor Lee.  ...

Aug 27, 2024

Marilyn Elaine Williams, 95 years of age, passed away on Tuesday, August 27, 2024 in California.

Interment will be held at Bethania Cemetery, 7701 S. Archer Avenue, Justice, on Saturday, September 21, 2024 at 11:00 A.M.

For more info:  (708) 824-9000 or www.becvarfuneralhome.com

Aug 17, 2024

Paul J. Kubiak, of Crestwood, passed away on Saturday, August 17, 2024 at the age of 67 years.  Loving brother of Rosanne (Jim) Waszak, Don (Debra) Kubiak, and the late Mary Kathleen Kubiak.  Beloved son of the late Phyllis, nee Makowski, and Stanley Kubiak.  Cherished uncle of Jonathan (Katlyn) Kubiak, Cary (Brittany) Kubiak, Nicholas Kubiak, Alex (Madeline) Kubiak, Daniel...

Aug 16, 2024

Pamela Lynn "Pam" Brugger, nee Hummel, a beacon of warmth and love, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024, in Oak Lawn, Illinois after battling cancer for over seven years. Born to Norma and Bernard Hummel on January 31, 1959, Pam often said her goal in life was to make as many people smile as possible; and that, she...

Aug 10, 2024

Gerald B. Meyers, U.S. Air Force Veteran, passed away on Saturday, August 10, 2024 at the age of 80 years.  Beloved father of Timothy (Leanne) Meyers and William (Diane) Meyers. Cherished grandfather of Peyton, Margaret, Logan and Caleb. Dear brother of Richard (Patricia) Meyers and the late Arlene (the late Bruno) Buszkiewicz.  Gerald began his plumbing career with the...

Aug 9, 2024

James E. Roe, passed away suddenly on Friday, August 9, 2024 at the age of 73 years.  U.S. Navy Veteran.  Beloved husband of Paula, nee Gearen.  Loving father of Lisa (James) Heenan, Timothy Sr. (Amy) Roe, and Katie (Richard) Ohlund.  Cherished grandfather of Amber, Karalyn, Caleigh, Madalyn, Timothy Jr., Liam, and Emmett, and great-grandfather of Violet.  Dear brother of...

Jul 31, 2024

Patricia Struska, age 91, passed away in Mountain Home, Arkansas on July 31, 2024. She previously lived in Crestwood, IL. She is preceded in death by her husband, Thomas Struska. She is survived by her son, Thomas (Kathy) Struska of Woodridge, IL her brother, Stan (Elaine) Jagielski of Geneva, IL and her sister, Barbara Keturoskey of Mountain Home, Arkansas.,...

Jul 29, 2024

Neal John Potter, resident of Crestwood, passed away suddenly on Monday, July 29, 2024 at the age of 31 years.  Beloved son of John and Lynne Potter.  Loving brother of Brooke and Lucas Potter.  Cherished grandson of Sandra Hanzyk, Robert Hanzyk, and Darlene Potter.  Dear cat-dad of Charlie and Oliver.  Neal proudly worked as a hairstylist at Hair Performers....

Jul 25, 2024

Dorothy H. Eason, nee Rzepka, passed away on Thursday, July 25, 2024 at the age of 88 years.   Beloved wife of the late Richard Eason.  Loving mom of Steven (Deborah) Berczynski and James Berczynski.  Cherished grandmother of Nick Berczynski and great-grandmother of Kali and Ashlyn.

Visitation Monday, July 29, 2024 from 3:00 P.M. until 8:00 P.M.  Funeral...

Jul 25, 2024

Marlene Mae Coglianese, nee Lada. Beloved wife of the late Frank R. Coglianese.  Devoted mother of Cheryl (Jeff) Langel and Frank J. (Caroline) Coglianese.  Loving grandmother of Sarah (Joseph) Turek and William. Dear great-grandmother of Eleanor and Isabelle. Loving sister of Donna (the late Anthony) Coglianese, Donald (Delores) Lada, Loretta (Larry) Ludka, Karyl (Tom) Kroupa, and the late Joseph...

Jul 18, 2024

Eileen M. Brady, nee Pratl, of Crestwood, passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2024 at the age of 76 years.  Beloved wife of Lawrence M. Brady.  Loving mother of Michael L. Brady.  Cherished sister of Cathy Pratl, Tom (Kim) Pratl, Joe (Denise) Pratl, Mary (Frank) DeGrassi, and the late Barbara Pratl and Jim Pratl.  Dear sister-in-law of Alice (the...

Jul 12, 2024

Jean E. Bellik, nee Schaefer, age 73, born on November 4, 1950 and passed away on July 12, 2024. Beloved wife to the late Vincent Bellik. Loving mother of Jeff (Tonia), Don and Vince (Lindsey). Cherished grandmother/nonnie of Mallery, Lily, Jeffery, Corrine, Carly, Jake, Logan and Vinnie. Devoted daughter of the late Bud and Clara Schaefer. Treasured cousin of...

Jul 7, 2024

Allan B. Deuter, Longtime Crestwood resident passed away on his birthday, July 7, 2024, at the age of 73 years. Beloved husband of the late Dorothy, nee Turrise. Loving father of Angie Deuter. Cherished grandfather of Haley Deuter and great-grandfather of Isabella. Dear brother of Linda (Jim) Clucky. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Funeral Services...

Jul 4, 2024

Linda M. O'Brien, nee Becvar, 76 years.  Beloved wife of Daniel T. O'Brien.  Loving mother of Sean M. O'Brien.  Cherished Sasha of Reese A. and Finn D. O'Brien.  Dear sister of James (Tina) Becvar and the late Marlene (the late Bill) Thometz.  Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation Wednesday, July 10, 2024 from 3:00 P.M....

Jul 2, 2024

James R. Braje, 95 years. Beloved husband of the late Loretta K., nee Kirincich.  Loving uncle and friend of many.  Dear brother of the late Mildred (Mario) Goravica and Joseph (Mae) Braje.  Cherished son of the late Barbara, nee Malkin, and Joseph Braje.

Visitation Wednesday, July 10, 2024 from 9:30 A.M. until time of prayers 10:30 A.M....

Jul 1, 2024

A Memorial Visitation for Doreen Wrobel, resident of Midlothian, will be held on Saturday, July 20, 2024 from 1:00 P.M. until 3:00 P.M. at the Becvar & Son Funeral Home, 5539 W. 127th Street, Crestwood.  For more info: (708) 824-9000 or www.becvarfuneralhome.com

Jul 1, 2024

Marcia A. Vanderlee, nee Lukasick, 65 years.  Beloved wife of Brian J. Vanderlee.  Loving mother of Danielle (Raymond) Tyma.  Cherished grandmother of Dominic, Madison, Lukas, and Carly.  Dear sister of Mark (Carolyn) Lukasick, Catherine (Gregory) Hannon, and Mary Floyd.  Fond aunt of many nieces and nephews.

Visitation Wednesday morning from 8:30 AM. until time of prayers 10:30...

Jun 28, 2024

Richard W. Danek, 75 years.  Beloved husband of the late Mary T., nee Alleruzzo.  Loving father of Jacelyn Niemoth, Jennifer (Gabriel) Parker, and the late Richard.  Cherished grandpa of Brianna (Vince) Doro and Scott (Victoria) Niemoth. Dear great-grandpa of Jaxon Niemoth.

Memorial Visitation Saturday, July 6, 2024 , 3:00 P.M. to 7:00 P.M. at the Becvar &...

Jun 27, 2024

Daniel J. Taczy passed away peacefully on June 27, 2024 at the age of 78. Dan was born on July 27, 1945 to Joseph and Emily Taczykiewicz in Chicago, Illinois. After graduating from Gordon Tech High School, he joined the Marine Corps, becoming a Sergeant while serving his country in Vietnam in 1967. Dan was the loving and devoted...