Obituaries
Sylvia Ann Richardson
Dec 18, 2025
Sylvia Ann George was born on February 4, 1939, in Moss Point, Mississippi to Johnie & Grace George. She was the eighth of ten children, all of whom preceded her in death. She loved her siblings dearly. The siblings in birth order were Grace, Bobby (Bubba), Belle, Bobby, Mike, Margie, Blanche, Sylvia, Cecil, and Brenda.
Sylvia attended Magnolia Elementary and High...
Anna Toscas
Dec 16, 2025
April 19, 1935 — December 16, 2025 "May Her Memory Be Eternal..."
Anna Toscas (nee Korbakis), of Palos Heights, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Tuesday December 16, 2025, at the age of 90. As the cherished matriarch of a large extended Greek family, she was a strong, resilient, graceful woman of integrity with a heart of gold.
Beloved wife of the late...
Philip J. McCarthy
Dec 16, 2025
Loving husband of the late Maria Ann McCarthy (nee Porrata).
Devoted father of Steven, Mark (Kristy), Maria (Paddy), Geanette, Michael (late Vicky).
Proud grandpa to the late Joseph, Leah, Justin, Shawn, Emma, Danielle, Brett, Aidan, Kevin, Laura, Erica, and Maria.
Fond uncle to many nieces and nephews and friend to all.
Connie Cannon
Dec 15, 2025
On December 15, 2025, Connie Cannon (nee Monroy) passed away peacefully at 92 years old. She is survived by her daughter Donna E. Weaver (nee Pacheco), and was preceded by her ex-husband Richard Pacheco and her son, Richard Stephen Pacheco. She is also survived by son-in-law Bob Weaver and grandson, Brennan Weaver. Connie was a beloved aunt to many, many...
Nancy A. Lukasik
Dec 14, 2025
Nancy A Lukasik (nee Blackman), 72, passed away peacefully in her Palos Heights home, surrounded by her husband and children, on December 14, 2025.
She was married to her loving husband Steve for 48 years and was a beloved mom to her four children, Laura (Brett) Pipitone, Daniel, Brian, and Emily (Christopher) Marchand. Her favorite role was that of Nana to...
Lynn C. Lakickas
Dec 12, 2025
Lynn C. Lakickas (nee Sievers).
Beloved wife of the late Edward Lakickas.
Loving mother of Katie (Mike) Mazalin, Kristen (Steve) Spodarek, Adam (Stephanie) Lakickas and Sammy (Dotti) Baudo.
Cherished grandmother of Eleyna, Major, Crew and Salvatore.
Loving companion of “Peaches”.
Devoted daughter of the late; Henry and Lillian (nee Johnson) Sievers.
Sister of Steve Sievers, Laura (Greg) Muntean and the late Henry Sievers (Kathy).
The sweetest friend to...
Joseph J. Schmidt
Dec 12, 2025
Joseph J. Schmidt, Proud US National Guard Veteran during the Korean War.
Beloved Husband of Heidi (nee Mannstaedt) Schmidt.
Loving Father of Terri (Patrick) McDonald, Linda (Chuck Doyle) Schmidt, Joseph Daniel “JD” (Sue) Schmidt and Michelle Simokat.
Grandfather of 5, Great Grandfather of 11 and Great Great Grandfather of 2.
Devoted Son of the late; Joseph E. and Marguarite (nee McHugh) Schmidt.
Dear Brother of...
Bill Colbeck
Dec 8, 2025
William “Bill” T. Colbeck Sr.
Beloved husband of Eleanor Diane Colbeck (nee Burns).
Loving dad of Kimberly (John) Murrihy & William Colbeck Jr.
Cherished grandpa of Sean, Erin, Katie, William III, the late Edward & Spencer.
Adored great grandpa of Silas, Nancy Belle, Hunter, Daniel, Dottie Jo.
Teresa M. Rogozinski
Dec 2, 2025
Teresa M. Rogozinski (nee Szula),
Beloved wife of the late Tadeusz F. Rogozinski.
Devoted mother to the late Thaddeus (Adamina Podraza) Rogozinski, and the late Theresa (late James) Grider.
Proud babcia to Mariel (Michael), Thaddeus “Teddy” (Erika), Francesca “Frenchy” (Lucas), Jaymes (Jill), Stephanie (Kyle), Jeffrey (Andrea “Andie”), Austin (Jazmyne) as well as four great grandchildren.
Barbara A. Lokey
Nov 27, 2025
Barbara was the only child born to Veronica (Molitor) and Norris Lokey; then raised by her mother Veronica and stepfather Raymond Morency. As a single woman without children of her own, Barbara was named godmother to Rhonda, daughter of her dear friend Rochelle Draski. Dedicating most of her time to her career, Barb worked with Al Sered and Tom Piszyk,...
JoAnn M. Eckert
Nov 27, 2025
JoAnn M. Eckert (nee Petit),
On November 27, 2025, JoAnn (nee Petit) Eckert passed away at 80 years old. She was the loving wife of Robert Eckert for over 60 years. She was also the loving mother of James Eckert, Mark (Dagny) Eckert, and grandmother of Marissa Eckert. JoAnn is also survived by sister Loretta Sheputis and brother Gene Petit. She...
Rosa Leone Greenwald
Nov 21, 2025
Rosa Greenwald (nee Leone).
Beloved wife of William, married May 12, 1973.
Loving mother of Jennifer (Timothy) Allison and Angela (Mark) Burzycki.
Cherished grandmother of Timothy and Clare Allison and Sara and Joseph Burzycki.
Devoted daughter of the late; Giuseppe and Giovanna Leone (nee Marzullo).
Proud sister of Andreina Ruotolo (the late Pasquale) and Angela Mari (the late Renato).
Loyal sister-in-law of the late Jim (the...
Mary K. Egan
Nov 20, 2025
Mary K. Egan, a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on November 20, 2025. Born on September 27, 1946, in Zimmerman, Minnesota, Mary’s life was full of warmth, laughter, and love, woven together through her cherished relationships with family and friends.
Mary worked as a receptionist at a dental office for many years, where her smile and quick...
Petra Z. Gonzalez
Nov 19, 2025
Petra Z. Gonzalez, age 86, passed away surrounded by her loving family on November 19, 2025. Petra was the beloved wife to Manuel, loving mother, proud grandmother, great-grandmother, great-great grandmother, dear sister, fond aunt and cousin, friend to many, and missed by all.
Joyce C. Peterson
Nov 19, 2025
Joyce Carol Peterson (nee Fernlund),
Born 11/11/1934 to the late Swan & late Carol Fernlund.
Beloved wife for 65 years to the late Roger Peterson.
Loving mother of Karen Chandra & Dale (late Karen) Peterson.
Cherished grandma of Michael (Meredith) Chandra, Jennifer (Jonathan) Welsh, Kimberly (Justin) Lee, Danielle (Josh) Deboer & Megan (Corey) Grove.
Adored great grandma of Olivia & Claire Chandra, Cameron Welsh, Weston...
Ralph E. Dziuba
Nov 13, 2025
Ralph E. Dziuba
Beloved husband of Rosemary (nee Guzowski) Dziuba.
Loving father of Richard (Kim), Daniel and Joseph (Lisa) Dziuba.
Dear grandfather of Jonniah and Nickolas Haveman.
Judith A. Gouwens
Nov 8, 2025
Judith A. Gouwens, a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on
November 8, 2025, at the age of 84. Born in Chicago, Illinois on July 10, 1941, Judith A. Gouwens
(nee Connolly) Daughter of the late James and Bernice Connolly. Beloved wife of the late Robert R.
Gouwens. Devoted Mother of Patrick (Cathy) Gouwens, Maggie (Jim) DeVries, Maureen (Giuliano)
Cipolla, Michael...
Manfred H. Kasinger
Nov 7, 2025
Manfred (Fred) H. Kasinger,
On November 7, 2025, Fred Kasinger passed away peacefully at the age of 87. Fred was preceded by his wife, who he loved dearly, Mary Louise Kasinger (nee Monroy). He is survived by his sister Olga Mitchell. Fred was a loving uncle to Caroline Bleakley, Norman Bleakley, Donna Weaver and Bob Weaver. He was the beloved great...
