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...
Gene W. Gear
Aug 6, 2019
Gene W. Gear, of Manhattan, passed away peacefully with family at his side on Tuesday, August 6, 2019 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home just 3 days shy of his 95th birthday. Preceded in death by his wife of 63 years, Patricia (2011), his parents Crawford and Stella Gear and his brother James C. Gear (1992). Gene is survived by...
Kenneth T. Morrissette
Aug 3, 2019
Kenneth T. Morrissette, age 82, of Manhattan passed away peacefully at his home with family at his side on Saturday, August 3, 2019. He is survived by his loving wife of 14 years Barbara (nee Keweza-Soviak) Morrissette, his three sons; Steve (Maureen) Morrissette, Jeff (Darlene) Morrissette and Matt (Danielle) Morrissette, his step children; Nancy Soviak, Becky Soviak and Robert Soviak,...
James F. Campanile
Jul 27, 2019
James F. Campanile, of Deerbrook, died Saturday, July 27, 2019, at his home under the care of his family and LeRoyer Hospice. He was 86 years old. He was born on April 8, 1933, in Riverdale, IL a son of the late James and Marie Campanile. He married Carol (McConnell) Deloian on December 10, 1988 at Calumet City, IL. James...
Corinne M. Kestel
Jul 25, 2019
Corinne M. Kestel, age 32, of New Lenox, passed away on Wednesday, July 25, 2019 at her home. She is survived by her parents James (Colleen Sexton) and Cynthia (Tony) Orsini, her brother Jake Kestel, paternal grandmother Eleanor Kestel, maternal grandmother Dolores Oram. Numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and friends also survive. Preceded in death by her paternal grandfather Anthony Kestel...
Patricia A. Hickey
Jul 24, 2019
Patricia A. Hickey, nee Koziol, age 74, of Godley, formerly of Chicago, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, July 24, 2019 at University of Chicago with family at her side. She is survived by her loving husband of 43 years Michael, her son Tom (Mary) Henney, her grandchildren Brian Henney and Joseph Henney, one great grandson, her siblings Melvin (Donna) Koziol...
