Obituary Listing

Jan 31, 2025

Mary Jane (Korst) Hoehn of Shorewood, IL passed away peacefully at home on January 31, 2025 at the age of 93. She was surrounded by her loving family. Born in Joliet on June 26, 1931, she remained a lifelong Will County resident. She was preceded in death by her husband of 56 years Ralph Patrick Hoehn in 2009, her...

Jan 30, 2025

Michael "Mike" D. Gassensmith of Manhattan, IL, surrounded by his loving family, passed away peacefully at his home on January 30, 2025, at the age of 70.

Born on November 28th, 1954 in Joliet, IL. The fourth oldest of seven.

A lover of his lawn, garden, golf, washing and waxing his cars, the Beatles and...

Jan 29, 2025

Valerie Ann Vega, age 54, of Manhattan passed away peacefully on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox with her loving family at her side. She is survived by her mother Pamela (nee Fortina) Javenkoski, her father Leonard Vega, her brother Joe (Shannon) Vega, her nieces Corinn Vega, Julia Vega, Addison Christ, Alivia Christ, her nephews...

Jan 27, 2025

It is with profound respect and a heavy heart that we announce the passing of John E. "Jack" Fitzgerald, who left this world on January 27, 2025, at the age of 85. Jack, as he was affectionately known, was a beacon of light and love, bringing joy and comfort to all who knew him. His journey began in Joliet,...

Jan 18, 2025

Cathy Lee Carlos, a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, sister, and friend, passed away gently in Manhattan, IL after a brave battle with a lingering illness. Born on April 27, 1949, in Los Angeles, CA, Cathy's vivacious spirit and warm heart touched all those fortunate enough to know her throughout her 75 years of life.

Cathy's journey...

Jan 15, 2025

Terese Jeanine Carlson, a woman whose laughter could light up the darkest room, has taken her final bow on this stage we call life. Born in the bustling city of Chicago on July 23, 1939, Terese was a beacon of joy and creativity from the get-go. On January 15, 2025, she concluded her earthy gig in the cozy town...

Jan 3, 2025

Jodi Renee Essery, age 52 of Joliet, passed away unexpectedly at her home on January 3, 2025. Survived by her sister Tammy (Gary) Surratt, sisters-in-law Jennette (Anthony) Essery and Heidi Essery, mother-in-law Ilse Essery, father-in-law Anthony Essery, Sr., and nephew Nolan Essery and her faithful feline companions "Moose" and "Middy".  Preceded in death by her husband Roman E. Essery,...

Dec 29, 2024

Joyce M. Fellers, the woman who could make you crack a smile faster than Elvis could swivel his hips, has left the building. Born on October 23, 1964, in the quaint town of Joliet, IL, she was a beacon of joy right where she started, in the very same town, on December 29, 2024. Survived by her siblings Terrence...

Dec 27, 2024

Philip John Moenck "Phil", age 84 of Kankakee, passed away on December 27, 2024 at Citadel of Kankakee. Survived by his children Steve (Nicole) Moenck, Shirley Parnau, and Kevin (Christine) Moenck, grandchildren Ashlee Parnau, Rachel Parnau, Logan Moenck, Nathan Moenck, Malory (Brandon) Apke and Freddy Greifzu, siblings Rose Sullivan, Ruby (George) Roemer and Paul (Rita) Moenck, and numerous nieces...

Dec 18, 2024

James "Mike" Gallaway, age 88, of Braceville, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 with his loving family at his side. Survived by his children Mike Gallaway, Tammy (Mark) Santangelo, Colleen (Vince) Aguilar, Patrick (Debbie) Gallaway, Sean (Vicki) Gallaway and Timothy (Brenda) Gallaway, several grandchildren, great grandchildren, his brother Paul (Fran) Gallaway, nieces and nephews and his faithful...

Dec 18, 2024

Robert "Bob" Seguin Jr., age 67, of Manhattan, passed away unexpectedly on December 18, 2024 at his home. Survived by his wife of 43 years Sharon (nee Gunderson) Seguin, his children Jessica Seguin and Lynn (Brian) Sheard, his grandchildren Jalen, Hannah, Rebekah, Travis, and Bentley, his brother Mark (Renee) Seguin, and his sisters Sandy Seguin and Pam (Dennis) Martin,...

Dec 18, 2024

Madelyn Renee Ronaldson, age 14, of Manhattan went to be in the presence of Jesus on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at Lurie Children's Hospital, Chicago. She is survived by her parents Jeffrey and Amanda Ronaldson, her maternal grandparents Roger and Terri Toops, maternal great grandmother Mollie Anna Toops, her paternal grandparents Joe and Judy Ronaldson, her brother Aaron (Josie)...

Dec 18, 2024

Emily M. Forsythe (nee Hollingsworth), age 100, of New Lenox formerly of Manhattan, passed away peacefully in her sleep at her home on Wednesday, December 18, 2024. Survived by her four sons; John (Sally) Forsythe, Patrick (Dorothy) Forsythe, Franklin J. (Sandy) Forsythe II, Daniel (Christine) Forsythe, daughter-in-law Jacqueline Forsythe, 8 grandsons, Michael (Amy) Forsythe, Thomas (Laura) Forsythe, Jeffery (Shannon)...

Dec 11, 2024

John A. "Jack" Birsa, Sr., age 86, of Joliet passed away December 11, 2024 surrounded by his loving family at Lightways Hospice Home. Jack is survived by his wife of 60 years Mary Jane (nee Niewinski), his children Kathleen (Michael) Guglielmucci, Lisa (James) Hurd and John (Debra) Birsa Jr., his sisters Dorothy (late-Alex) Tomasino and Ellen (late-Don) Seeman, his...

Dec 4, 2024

Lillian K. Moroney, age 86 of Elwood, passed away peacefully at her home on Wednesday, December 4, 2024 with her loving family at her side. Survived by her children; Sean Moroney, Michael Moroney, Elizabeth (Derrick) Barton, Kathryn Moroney and Mary Holly (Wayne) Jurgerson, her grandchildren; John (Margaret) Moroney, Sean Moroney Jr., Alex (Alexandra) Carlson, Michael Moroney, Allison Moroney, Jeff...

Nov 28, 2024

Charles "Carlos" Castañeda Sr., age 91 of Sandwich, IL, passed away at his home on November 28, 2024 with his loving family at his side. Survived by his devoted wife Joyce of 55 years, children Charles (late Debbie) Castañeda Jr., Cristina Mazanec, Patricia (George) Baltazar, and Carolyna Castañeda, grandchildren Evangelia Castañeda, Dylan Mazanec, Danica Mazanec, Erika Baltazar, Aaron Baltazar,...

Nov 12, 2024

Doris J. Robbins (nee Groleski), age 97 of Bourbonnais formerly of Peotone, passed away on November 12, 2024, at Bourbonnais Grove Assisted Living with her loving family at her side. Survived by her children Stephen (Brenda) Gallagher and Debbie Robbins, daughter-in-law Pamela Gallagher, grandchildren Kimberly (Michael Cerniglia) Davis, Rachel (Dan) Blacketer, Carey (Rick Boover) Gallagher, Shawn Gallagher, Corrigan (Heather)...

Nov 12, 2024

John D. "Jack" DeFries, age 89, of Shorewood, passed away peacefully at Lightways Hospice Home on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, with his loving family at his side. Survived by his daughter Gayle (Mike) Carroll, grandchildren Allison (Matt) Butin, Sean (Jenna) Carroll, Eric (Jackie) Carroll, Nicholas DeFries and Rachel DeFries, daughter-in-law Kathy (Matt McGiles) DeFries, his step-grandchildren Taylor McGiles, and...

Nov 11, 2024

Helen Marie Dunne, a beacon of love and laughter, passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024, at the age of 79. Born on May 3, 1945, in Chicago, Illinois. Her unwavering kindness and infectious humor touched the lives of everyone she knew. Helen's journey through life was one of devotion and joy. She shared a beautiful marriage of 60...

Nov 8, 2024

Jeffrey W. Findley, age 62 of Elwood, passed away on November 8, 2024 with his loving family at his side. He was born to Stanley and Brenda West (nee Sylvester) on April 12th, 1962. He attended Elwood Grade School and graduated early from Joliet East High School in December 1979 out of a 1980 graduating class.

Jeff...