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Jeffery L. Kupfer

Jeffery L. Kupfer

Feb 23, 2024

Jeffery Lynn Kupfer (73), of Lockport Illinois passed away peacefully on February 23rd, 2024. He was born on December 11th 1950 in Illinois to Lavern Kupfer from North Dakota and Cleta Lefler from Benton, IL.

He is survived by his only child, Cedelle Kupfer-Escobedo, his ex-wife and close friend, Elva Escobedo, his cousins Linda and Marvin Bowen, Donna and Rick Ricci, and Sandy and Tony Monaco.

Jeffery was a jack of all trades type of person....

Donald C. Knoerr

Donald C. Knoerr

Feb 20, 2024

Services and interment are pending

John J. Paske

John J. Paske

Feb 20, 2024

John J. Paske , age 76 years, Retired CFD, passed away suddenly on February 20, 2024,  resident of Palos Heights, IL. Beloved husband of the late  Linda Jean Paske (nee Collopy).    Devoted father of James (Kimberly) and Jay (Shannon) Paske; Loving grandfather of Donovan, Will, Matthew and Meghan; dearest brother of Judy Palm, Eileen Payne, and the late Mike and...

Joyce Contorno

Joyce Contorno

Feb 18, 2024

Joyce nee Traksel Contorno, age 85 years, resident of Homer Glen, Illinois.

Precious, wife of the late Frank J. Contorno; devoted mother of David (Barbara) Contorno, Karen (Bill) Vanderhei, Kim (Rick) Siriann and Kathy (Matthew) Juris; cherished grandmother “Honey” of Joelle (Mike) Beranek, Kristine (Mike) Mucha, Douglas Contorno, Tamra (Patrick) Kobilca, Ryan (Jill) Siriann, Brandon Siriann, Justin (Mel) Siriann, Stacie (Phil)...

David Bosonetta

David Bosonetta

Feb 13, 2024

David Joseph Bosonetta, Sr., was born on January 31, 1946, in Chicago, Illinois, to Domenic J. and Mildred M. Bosonetta. David is survived by his wife, Carol (Matulevicus), and their children Christine (Nick) Ferreri, David (Billie) Bosonetta, Jr., and Gregory (Meghan) Bosonetta. He was Grandfather to Jacob, Jacquelyn, and Garrett Ferreri; Zoe, Trevor, and Ivy Bosonetta; and Augustus Bosonetta. David was...

Anna Mae Bolbat

Anna Mae Bolbat

Feb 13, 2024

Anna Mae Bolbat passed away peacefully February 13, 2024. She was 87 years old. Beloved wife of

Leonard T Bolbat. Devoted mother of Audrey Kraus, Michael, Bridget Skinner and late Thomas. Loving

grandmother of 11 Amber, Ryan, John, Eric, Tommy, Ronda, Anthony, Onna, and late Sam, Daniel and

Laura. Great grandmother of 16 beautiful great-grandchildren.

Family and friends will gather for visitation on Monday,...

David Edward Polk

David Edward Polk

Feb 11, 2024

David Edward Polk passed away on Sunday, February 11, 2024; beloved husband of 31 years to Carlotta nee Garcia, David played semi pro ice hockey for 20 years, he was an avid bowler, Illinois State trooper for five years and retired from the Museum of Science and Industry, where he worked for over 43 years. Later he played light percussion...

Ron A. Gallo

Ron A. Gallo

Feb 8, 2024

Ron A. Gallo, age 81 years, passed away on February 8, 2024 with his wife by his side.  Resident of Hickory Hills, IL.; beloved husband and best friend for over 40 years to Diane Gallo; loving father of Marc (Sunghee) Gallo, Eric Gallo, and Kristin (Andrew) Gallo; cherished grandfather of Jonathan Gallo  and Andrew (Nicolette) Gallo; proud papa of Emily...

Jean A. Kurth

Jean A. Kurth

Feb 8, 2024

Jean Ann Kurth, nee McElroy, died peacefully on February 8th, 2024. She is the beloved wife of David, cherished mother to Brian (Sara), Theresa (Oscar), and the late Steven; and proud grandmama of Magdalena and Julian. She was deeply religious and devoted to helping others. She was an active member of the Association of Jeanne Jugan and often volunteered at the...

Sharon Kelly

Sharon Kelly

Feb 2, 2024

Sharon A. Kelly, age 81 yrs. Resident of Palos Hills, IL., passed away peacefully on Friday, February 2, 2024  surrounded by her loving sister; beloved daughter of the late Charles P. Kelly Sr. and Marion nee Roach Kelly; loving sister of Kathleen M. Kelly and the late Charles P. Kelly Jr. ; dearest cousin and friend to many.

Family and friends will gather...

Maureen F Tully

Maureen F Tully

Jan 31, 2024

Maureen .F. Tully (Moe), age 86, a loving mother passed away peacefully on January 31, 2024. Beloved wife of the late Michael D. Tully. Loving mother of Michael (Susan), David (Kayla) and Laura (Randy) Spears. Loving grandmother to Daniel, David, Jessica, Ashlee, Lindsay and Tina. Dearest sister to the late Robert (the late Dolores) Cummins. Great grandmother to Carter, Quinn,...

Phillip M. Oziemkowski

Phillip M. Oziemkowski

Jan 29, 2024

Phillip M. Oziemkowski, age 56 passed away on January 29. Beloved son of the late Ronald Oziemkowski and the late Therese (nee Gruszczynski) Seale; loving brother of the late Richard (Lauriann) Oziemkowski and the late Judith (Scott) Pazdro; cherished uncle of Jennifer Oziemkowski and Rebecca Oziemkowski; loved by cousins and many friends.Visitation on Wednesday 9:00 a.m. until time of prayer...

Nijole M. Kairys

Nijole M. Kairys

Jan 26, 2024

Nijolė Kairienė (Okaitė)A+A Nijolė Kairienė (Okaitė) mirė s.m. sausio 26 d. sulaukusi 93-jų metų. 

Gimė 1930 m. rugsėjo 21 d. Kaune, Lietuvoje.

Gyveno Orland Park, IL, ankščiau Chicago, IL.

Nuliudę liko: duktė Daiva (Gilles); duktė Žibutė (Gregory) ; anūkė Julija (Noah); anūkė Olivija; sūnėnai ir dukterėčios su šeimomis.

A+A Nijolė buvo a.a. Liudo Kairio žmona ir a.a. Skirmanto, a.a. Danguolės, ir a.a. Birutės sesuo.

Laidotuvės...

Michael G. Grieco

Michael G. Grieco

Jan 26, 2024

Michael G.  Grieco (The Hawk), 86, passed away peacefully on January 26, 2024 , surrounded by his family. Born in Chicago at Mother Cabrini Hospital, he grew up near Little Italy, moved to Brighton Park, and ultimately settled in Palos Park.  Dad will forever be remembered for his unwavering love and devotion to his family and friends. He was the...

Leo Fitterer

Leo Fitterer

Jan 23, 2024

Leo C. Fitterer, age 90 years, US Army veteran. Formerly of Joliet, Illinois, beloved husband of the late Helen nee O’Rourke Fitterer; loving father Debra (Michael) Finkelmeyer, Karen Bellino, Janice (Steven)Chrapla, Gary (Lisa), and the late Jeffrey Fitterer; loving grandfather of Paul, Nicole, Angela, Michael, Natalie, Katie, Ashley, and Jeffrey; proud, great - grandfather of Alexandre, Abigail, Andie,  Atticus, Anthony,...

Dolores Vinseck

Dolores Vinseck

Jan 21, 2024

Dolores L. Vinseck, age 91 years. Resident of Chicago, IL. passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2024;

beloved wife of the late Francis A. Vinseck; loving mother of Linda (the late David) Havlik, and David Vinseck; cherished grandmother of Robert (Brianna) Havlik and Kathy (Ian) Michaud; dearest great-grandmother William and Hannah Havlik. Services and interment private

Lorraine "Lorie" S. Unites

Lorraine "Lorie" S. Unites

Jan 20, 2024

 Lorraine Unites nee Pask , age 97 years;  beloved wife of the late Albert Unites; devoted mother of Carol (Ron) Unites, Rita (Chris) Schultz, and the late Linda Chovanec and David Unites; loving grandmother of Paul, Scott and Daniel; dear sister to Albert Pask, Phil Butkus, Joseph Butkus, also survived by many great grandchildren, loving nieces, nephews, relatives and friends....

Agnes Yaros

Agnes Yaros

Jan 17, 2024

Agnes Yaros nee Griffin, age 96 yrs. resident of Palos Hills, IL. passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family at her side.  Agnes was born on December 17, 1927 in County Clare, Ireland. Devoted daughter of the late John and Molly Griffin nee Dundun; beloved wife of the late Robert Yaros; loving mother of Anthony and Daniel (Vicki) Yaros;...

Linda Yodual

Linda Yodual

Jan 16, 2024

Linda M. Yodual, age 75 years. Passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024. Resident of Justice, IL. Devoted daughter of Dolores nee Jenkins Yodual and the late Alger Yodual; cherished sister of the late James Yodual, Joan Thommen , and John Yodual; loving aunt of Karen ( Martin) Yodual, Elizabeth (Matt) Feddeler, Matthew Yodual and the late James Yodual; dearest...

Alfonso Canchola

Alfonso Canchola

Jan 16, 2024

Alfonso Canchola, age 95 years, resident of Chicago, IL passed away on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 surrounded by his loving family.

Family and friends will gather for a visitation on Sunday, January 21, 2024 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. with a 7:00 p.m. Funeral Service at Palos-Gaidas Funeral Home 11028 Southwest Hwy. Palos Hills, IL 60465. Interment Private.

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