Obituaries
Dann J. Lobsinger
Nov 6, 2023
Dann James Lobsinger passed away on November 6, 2023, at the age of 71, surrounded by his loving family at his home in Palos Park, after struggling for 12 years with Parkinson’s Disease and dementia. He fought his disease with uncomplaining dignity.
Dann was a loving father to his two daughters, Megan (Teddy) and Meredith (Joe), and celebrated 47 years...
Joan Parker
Nov 6, 2023
Joan T. Parker (nee Leddin),
92 of Palos Heights, IL formerly of Monee, IL, passed away November 6, 2023.
Beloved wife of the late Harry.
Dear sister of Jack Leddin.
Loving mother of Kevin (Susana) Parker, Gary (Debbie) Parker, Susan (Allen) Harvey & Scott (Jean) Parker.
Cherished grandmother of Nora (Mike Hamann) Parker, Colin Parker, David Parker, Shannon...
Mary Loretta Mongan
Nov 1, 2023
Mary Ahmed (Mongan), caring social worker for over 20 years in the Chicagoland area who provided steadfast love and care to her late husband, son, beagle and birds.
Beloved wife of the late Aftab Ahmed.
Loving mother of Michael (Liz) Ahmed.
Fond grandmother of Riley Ahmed.
Devoted daughter of late Warren and Marie (nee O'Toole) Mongan.
Older sister to Laura...
Loren D. Mahler
Oct 23, 2023
It is with tremendous sadness after a valiant and courageous battle with a long and painful illness that we announce the passing of Loren D. Mahler on Monday, October 23, 2023, at the age of 51.
Loren was born on December 11, 1971 to the late RB & Anna Mahler of Osceola, Indiana.
In college, he met and fell...
Corinne M. Stocks
Oct 20, 2023
Corinne M. Stocks (nee Olson), age 94, from Chicago, IL, passed away in Springfield, IL, on October 20, 2023. Her husband, Edward P. Stocks, preceded her in death as did her Father, Ernest Olson, mother, Mary Olson and sister Lorraine Moriarty (Jack) and many other family members. Survivors include her son Peter Stocks (Kathleen), daughter Sheila Stocks-Smith (Lawrence Smith), brother Edward Olson (Ann), nieces...
Monica D. Larakers
Oct 14, 2023
The charming and delightful Monica Larakers passed away on October 14th with her daughter Kate by her side. She was preceded in death by her beloved husband Robert, whom she lovingly referred to as her “spoiled brat.” To her great sorrow she also outlived her sister, and closest confidant Karen Koenig and two of her adored children, Diane (Welenc) and...
Frank A. Zagata
Oct 10, 2023
Frank Albert Zagata of Palos Heights and Chicago, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home with his beloved brother, Joe, and his nephew, John, on October 10, 2023 at 10:59 PM.Known as “Frankie” to his family, he was born on May 9, 1934 on the South Side of Chicago to Genevieve (Jurcziak) and John Zagata, Sr. He was the beloved husband...
John P. Gabriel
Oct 10, 2023
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved father John P. Gabriel on October 10, 2023. He was preceded by his loving wife, Kathleen (nee Saunders) of 51 years as well as his parents, Gertrude (nee Mueller) and John Gabriel. He is lovingly remembered by his children, Jennifer (Kevin) Weiler, Lisa Dean, Rebecca (Jeffrey) Sawyer,...
Hugh Andrew "Andy" Combs
Oct 9, 2023
Hugh Andrew Combs (“Andy”),
Beloved child of God, passed away on Monday, October 9, 2023, at age 67. He was a resident of Chicago, Illinois. Born at Fort McClellan in Anniston, Alabama to Jack Combs and the late Gail Kelly.
Andy graduated from the University of Central Florida in 1977 and earned his Masters of Religion at Trevecca Nazarene...
Lubin V. Masibay Sr.
Oct 5, 2023
Lubin V. Masibay, Sr.
Lubin Vistal Masibay, Sr. of Tinley Park, IL passed peacefully on October 5, 2023. He was born in the Philippines on November 1, 1940.
He is survived by his loving and devoted wife Igmedia "Medy" Masibay; his children Roxanne "Bambi" Masibay and Lubin "Juni" (Angela) Masibay, Jr.; his sisters Emma (Fred) Kellner, Marlene (Rolando) Alejos and...
Laurie Maryce Russell-Ach
Oct 4, 2023
It is with great sorrow that the family of Laurie Ach (nee Russell), a wife, mother, sister, daughter and friend, announcesher passing.
The loves of her life were her husband, Richard, and children, Gabriella and Tristan. She was the loving sister of Judy (Michael) Shields and dear daughter of the late Sheila Russell. She will be forever missed by countless cousins, sisters and brothers in-law, nieces and nephews, friends and neighbors.
She poured her heart into taking...
Karyl Ritter
Oct 1, 2023
Karyl (Ronberg) Ritter
October 24, 1943 — October 1, 2023
Karyl Ritter, 79, of Homer Glen passed away on Sunday, October 1, 2023.
She was the loving wife of 55 years to Joseph, whom she met while working at The Chicago Steel Company. Karyl, despite her small stature, was a force of nature. The only match of her spirit...
Mary Lou Pieper (Sterba)
Oct 1, 2023
Mary Lou Pieper (Sterba),
Age 91, entered into Heaven on October 1st.
Loving wife of Ken and former wife and friend of Bob Sterba. Precious mother of Deborah (Dave) McDaniel, Bob (Pamela) Sterba, David (Patricia) Sterba & Linda (Lawrence) Fox. Cherished grandmother of 13 grandchildren and 25 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of Dorothy. Devoted daughter of the late: Era and William...
Jean M Vevers
Sep 30, 2023
Jean M. Vevers (nee Cahill),
Jean was born and raised on the southside of Chicago by her loving parents Walter and Marie Cahill. Jean was always a very good student and throughout her education was very active in many school activities and clubs.
She was devoted to her older brother Robert (Bob). While he was serving our...
