Obituaries

Robert "Bob" J. Manypenny

Robert "Bob" J. Manypenny

Mar 3, 2024

ROBERT J. “BOB” MANYPENNYJuly 8, 1952 – March 3, 2024Robert James Manypenny, age 71, of Tinley Park, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Sunday, March 3, 2024.Beloved son of the late Louis and Josephine Manypenny (nee Cavallone), and loving brother of Michael, Nancy and Lynn Manypenny (Simon Beckoff).Cherished and loving father of Leslie Ann, Cari Lee, and Lindsay Marie, his “girls''...

Edward Nolan

Edward Nolan

Mar 2, 2024

Edward "Eddie" Nolan, age71, of Tinley ParkBeloved son of the late Edward and Patricia Nolan (nee Devitt).Loving brother of William (Marybeth) Nolan, Terence (Maryann) Nolan & Kathleen (Michael) Sullivan.Cherished uncle of the late William, Staci, Sarah (Matt), Paul (Kristina), Eric (Mas), Michael, Kevin,Sheila (Lucas) & Ashley (Alyssa).Proud great uncle of Jacob, Caleb, Logan, Aliviana, Violet, Rose, Norá, Daphne, Áine, Reagan,...

Michael W. White

Michael W. White

Mar 1, 2024

Michael “Mike” W. White

October 18,1949 – March 1, 2024

Mike, age 74 of Palos Heights passed away on March 1, 2024. He was the loving husband to Donna (nee) Prorok, dedicated Dad to Allison (Matthew) Hinker and Cory (April Balough), Papa Mike to Tyler, Skielar, Nathan, Lana, Fia and Hannah. Brother to the late Judy (late Kevin) Carrol, late Jim (Marlene),...

Mary M. Rush

Mary M. Rush

Feb 26, 2024

Mary Rush (nee Murnane), grew up in Chicago, Illinois, and graduated from Mercy High school in 1948. She worked as an Executive Secretary for IBM in Chicago, a position she loved and excelled at for many years. When she married Charles P. Rush, Jr. in 1958, they started a family, moving to South Holland, Illinois to raise their five children.

Mary...

Thomas Hicks

Thomas Hicks

Feb 24, 2024

Funeral services will be private.

Marianne C. Thurson

Marianne C. Thurson

Feb 21, 2024

Marianne Thurson died peacefully on February 21st, surrounded by her family. She was 94 years of age. Marianne was born January 18, 1930, in Chicago, IL, oldest child of Harold and Veronica Adams.

She lived a full and engaging life, being an avid bridge player, golfer, enjoyed cooking, visiting her daughters and grandchildren.

Marianne was preceded in death by her beloved husband...

Thomas R. Eastman

Thomas R. Eastman

Feb 19, 2024

Thomas R. Eastman,

Beloved husband of Doris Eastman (nee Berna). Loving father of Michael, Timothy & Cindy. Cherished grandpa of Tiffany (Austin), Tim & Matthew Henehan.

Visitation Monday, February 26th from 3:00pm until 8:00pm with a service, 5:00pm at the KERRY FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CARE CENTER, 7020 West 127th Street, Palos Heights.

Interment private.

Teri Lynn Benedetto

Teri Lynn Benedetto

Feb 10, 2024

Interment at Resurrection Cemetery will be private.

Eugene Russell Staar

Eugene Russell Staar

Feb 10, 2024

Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery will be private.

Patricia A. Nelson (nee Mathias)

Patricia A. Nelson (nee Mathias)

Feb 9, 2024

Patricia Nelson (nee Mathias), 78, of Mokena, passed away peacefully on February 9, 2024.  She was surrounded by her loving family.Preceded in death by her husband, James R. Nelson.  Devoted mother of Jill (Jose) Alvarez. Dear sister of Bruce (Bonnie) Mathias. Dear sister-in law of Carol Nelson and brother-in-law Donald Nelson.  Cherished Aunt and Great Aunt.  Fond Friend to many.Pat...

Dolores C. Gorski

Dolores C. Gorski

Feb 5, 2024

Dolores C. Gorski (nee Koron), of Palos Heights died unexpectedly on February 5, 2024 at the age of 88 years.

Dolores was the loving daughter of the late Emily (Zdanke) and Joseph Koron.  Dolores was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Robert W. Gorski and her precious son, William Gorski.

Dolores was the cherished mother of Mary Beth (Frank) Mallet, Brian...

Gray E. Shelton

Gray E. Shelton

Feb 3, 2024

Funeral services will be private.

Patricia Ann Gawdzik

Patricia Ann Gawdzik

Feb 3, 2024

Funeral services will be private.

Sophie Colligan

Sophie Colligan

Jan 25, 2024

Funeral services will be private.

Aurora A. Cleofe

Aurora A. Cleofe

Jan 22, 2024

Aurora A. Cleofe, nee Apolinario, passed away on January 22, 2024. Born in Manila, Philippines, she was raised in Libmanan in Camarines Sur, Philippines. Beloved wife of Dennis J. Cleofe. Loving mother of Mark (Jasmin), Greg (Ann), Christine (David) Zdunek, and Kevin (Leila). Adoring grandmother of Alex, Neo, Ethan, Quinn, Annabel, Dylan, Mabel, and Jubilee. Loyal daughter of the late...

Arlene M. Stout

Arlene M. Stout

Jan 21, 2024

Arlene Stout (nee Mara), age 83.  Daughter of the late Edward & Blanche Mara.  Beloved Wife of the late Glenn Stout for forty-nine years.  Loving Mother of Jeffrey (Jodi) Stout & Janet (Michael) Buksa.  Dear Grandmother of Daniel, Jennifer, Ashley, Matthew & AvaMarie and Dear Great-Grandmother of Stella & Tanner.  Fond Sister of Edward Mara and Kind Aunt to many...

Mel Bonner

Mel Bonner

Jan 19, 2024

Mel Bonner,

Beloved husband of Patricia (nee Jacobs) Bonner.  Loving father of Brian (Amy), Bob (Tamsen), and Brandon. Proud papa of Brian, the late Liam, and Fiona. Preceded in death by his parents Jack and Marjorie Bonner. Dear brother of Jack (Caroline), the late Dennis (Linda), Brenda (Pete), and Margie (Mike). Kind uncle to many nieces and nephews. Loved by many...

Terri M. Schmidt

Terri M. Schmidt

Jan 18, 2024

Terri, the most selfless person imaginable, as described by her granddaughter, passed away in her sleep at home on January 18th. Terri enlisted into the Air Force after high school and served only 3 years because the love of her life could not stand to be without her. While being kind to those she loved, her “take no guff” attitude...

Susan M. McDonnell

Susan M. McDonnell

Jan 16, 2024

Susan M. McDonnell (nee O’Brien), loving wife of the late John.  Daughter of the late John and Marie Klaczak. She was preceded in death by her sister Judy (the late Miguel Llobrea) brothers John (the late Rosita), Robert (Mary), Ricky, and Sister-in-Law Mary (the later Robert Duffels).  Loving Sister-in-Law of Anna McDonnell, and Eileen (Ernie Nottger). Fond Aunt of many...

Kent A. Mazique Sr.

Kent A. Mazique Sr.

Jan 14, 2024

Kent A. Mazique Sr., 71, resident of Arlington Heights, IL passed away suddenly on January 14, 2024.

Kent was known to be a kind, humorous, intelligent, spiritual, athletic, health and environmentally-conscious man; a loving parent; and an amazing grandpa with the brightest smiles for everybody. His love of God, life, and family was central to his being.

Born in Chicago on July...