Robert Franklin Tanner
Nov 27, 2019
Robert F. Tanner, age 38, of Ottawa, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, November 27, 2019 at St. Anthony Medical Center, Rockford. Robert is survived by his loving fiancé of 19 years Brandy McGuire, his two sons Bayley and Josh, his siblings Jennifer (Andrew) Glenn, Christopher Tanner, Ricky (Heather) Tanner Jr. and Stephanie (Richard) Tanner, his cherished aunts, uncles, nieces and...
George M. Biscan
Nov 26, 2019
George Matthew Biscan, age 92, passed away Peacefully on Tuesday, November 26, 2019 at Evergreen Place Supportive Living, Orland Park with family at his side. He was the cherished father of Thomas (Cathy) Biscan of Manhattan and Janet Lou Biscan of Homewood, beloved grandfather to Courtney and Ryan, dear brother to Dr. Andrew Biscan and numerous nieces and nephews. He...
Craig Alan Ketchum
Nov 24, 2019
Craig Alan Ketchum December 15, 1947 - November 24, 2019 It is with great sorrow that we are sharing that our Dad, our children's Pop, and our Mom's husband has lost his long, courageous battle with cancer on Sunday surrounded by his wife and children. He was an amazing Husband, Dad, Pop, Uncle, Brother, Son and Friend. Craig rarely ever...
William Raymond Mood
Nov 22, 2019
William "Bill" Raymond Mood, age 90, of Manhattan, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 22, 2019 at Silver Cross Hospital. He is survived by his loving wife of 64 years Betty (Harvey) Mood, his son Bruce Mood, his daughter-in-law Laurie Mood, beloved grandchildren Jason (Jessica) Mood, Brandon (Melissa Devlin) Mood, Allison (Tom) Miller and Samantha Mood, his great grandchildren Elijah...
John Wayne Mcphillips
Nov 22, 2019
John Wayne McPhillips, age 73, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, November 22, 2019 at Silver Cross Hospital surrounded by family. He is survived by his loving wife of 53 years Patricia (nee Kelley), his two daughters Laurie (Russ) McPhillips-Weglarz of Plainfield and Kelly (Mike) Bollinger of Montello, WI, three grandsons John Weglarz, Ryan Bollinger and Sean Bollinger, his sister Joanne...
Mary F. Knapp
Nov 20, 2019
Mary Frances Gray Knapp, of Manhattan, age 99, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 20, 2019 at her home. She was born on March 10, 1920, in Wilton Arkansas. Mrs. Knapp was preceded in death by her parents J. Arthur Gray, Sr. and Bertha Thompson Gray, infant twin daughters Jeanne and Jeanette, daughter Margaret "Margo" Knapp, brothers J. Arthur Gray,...
William E. Neese
Nov 12, 2019
William "Bill" Neese, age 75, late of Manhattan Twp., died Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at his home with his family around him. He is survived by his wife of 53 years, Janice (nee Dippon), one son Darin of Manhattan Twp., and one granddaughter Jordan. Preceded in death by his parents Leslie and Dorothy (nee McClure) Neese. Bill served our country...
Donald R. Eleveld
Nov 12, 2019
Donald R. Eleveld, age 82 late of Crest Hill, died Tuesday, November 12, 2019 at his home surrounded by his family, including Lynne (Hesbol) Eleveld. He is survived by three sons, Jeff, Matthew (Jennifer) and Mark (Michelle), one daughter Jayme (James) Holmgren, ten grandchildren, Kyle, Hailey, Kendra, Tucker, Finnegan, Grace, Ava, Faith, Rachel and Sullivan, two brothers Eugene and David...
Gail L. Schullo
Oct 28, 2019
Gail L. Schullo, age 76, of Elwood, passed away peacefully with family at her side on Monday, October 28, 2019 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home. She is survived by her loving daughter Cathy (Amazing son in law, Rick) Nayder, her adoring granddaughters Allison (Fiance, Kevin Bergman) Nayder, Laura Nayder and Emily Nayder, her siblings Mark (Rose) Schullo and Lisa...
Paul E. Cole
Oct 25, 2019
Paul E. Cole, age 84, of Beecher, passed away on Friday, October 25, 2019. He is survived by his loving wife of 48 years Lorraine (nee Smith), his son, Dale Cole of FL, his daughters Deborah Lamb of TN, Bonnie (Joi Dubin) Cole of FL, Donna (Bryan) Fabian of TX, Jennifer Jackson of Marseilles, eleven grandchildren, nine great grandchildren, one...
Fr. Lloyd M. Bowden
Oct 6, 2019
Fr. Lloyd Mark Bowden, age 96, passed away peacefully on Sunday evening, October 6, 2019 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home. His life was rich and full, having served in many different parishes throughout the Diocese of Joliet during his 68 years as a priest. His parishioners fondly remember him for his gentle presence that extended beyond the altar and...
Robert E. Steffes
Oct 4, 2019
Robert "Bob" Steffes, age 100 years, 4 months, and 4 days, passed away peacefully at his home on Schweitzer Rd, Elwood, IL, on October 4, 2019 by his kitchen window overlooking the home farm where he was born. Survived by his wife Virginia (nee Ryan), his sister Claire Casvrella, his daughters; Joy (George) Warriner, Virginia (David) Rubner, his sons; Jack...
Michael A. Harris
Sep 30, 2019
Michael A. Harris, age 54, of Joliet, formerly of Manhattan, passed away on Monday, September 30, 2019, at Amita St. Joseph Medical Center, Joliet. He is survived by his loving daughters Hannah and Libby Harris, his brothers David (Mia) Harris and Daniel (Kathy) Harris, his nieces Micaela and Mairead Harris and his nephew Declan Harris. Preceded in death by his...
Dolly R. Chaudhari-Goodwin
Sep 26, 2019
Dolly R. Chaudhari-Goodwin July 24, 1977 September 26 Dolly "Dolls" Chaudhari-Goodwin, PharmD, passed away peacefully at home in Shorewood after her body succumbed to a long illness. She is survived by her loving husband of 11 years, Mark Goodwin; her father and stepmother Dr. Ramsibhai and Ellen Chaudhari, DVM of Dunmore, PA, her mother Dhaniben Chaudhari; brother and sister in...
Norma Boyle
Sep 17, 2019
Norma (Krapf) Boyle, age 86, of Manhattan passed away peacefully on September 17, 2019 in Kankakee, IL. She is survived by her children Bruce (Mary) Boyle and Laurie (late Greg) Becker. Her grandchildren; Dawn (Brett) Burkhalter, Brook Coutant, Jackie (Steve) Parks, Joshua (Kristin) Becker and Kasey (Frank) Cassar, 13 beloved great grandchildren, her sister Bonnie (late Robert) Rauworth, her brother...
Robin L. Petty-Day
Sep 1, 2019
Robin L. Petty-Day, age 56, of Coal City, passed away on Sunday, September 1, 2019 at Rush University Medical Center. She is survived by her loving husband of 29 years Mark Day, her children Chris (Ashley) Day and Amber (Robert) Powell, her grandchildren; Jazmine Powell, Gabrielle Petty, Savannah Powell, Zackery Powell and Gracie Enk. her siblings; Samuel Petty Jr., Zaron...
Judith Castelloni
Aug 30, 2019
Judith "Judy" Castelloni, age 72, passed away on August 30, 2019 after a six-month battle with Pancreatic Cancer. Judy and her family moved to Manhattan in 1982 and have been part of the community ever since. Judy retired from teaching in 2009 after 35 years -- teaching mostly 1st and 2nd grade at St. Pat's in Joliet and most recently...
Earl J. Lea
Aug 27, 2019
Earl J. Lea Jr., age 68, of Chicago passed away peacefully on August 27, 2019 at Holy Cross Hospital with family at his side. He is survived by his children Dawn Lea and Steve Lea both of Manhattan, his siblings, Sue, Sandy, Janet, Bonnie and Steve. Preceded in death by his parents Earl J. Sr. and Myrtle (Westphal) Lea and...
Jason D. Been
Aug 26, 2019
Jason Been, age 44, passed away August 26, 2019 after a two-year battle with brain cancer, surrounded by his loving family and friends. Jason was a lifelong member of the Manhattan community and owner of Fritz's Saloon for 20+ years. Jason's passion of racing was accomplished alongside his great friend, Steve at Spiess Racing and Spiess Construction. Jason served in...
Phyllis J. Derby
Aug 25, 2019
Phyllis J. Derby, age 87, of Elwood, passed away peacefully at her home on Sunday, August 25, 2019 with family at her side. She is survived by her loving husband of 70 years, Oscar, her children; Don, Ron (Cathy), Bob (Tonnie-deceased), Jimm (Linda), Carma Lynn (Steve) Grohs, six grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. Preceded in death by her parents Edgar...
