Obituaries
Helen T. Groskopf
Jul 15, 2026
Helen Groskopf of Palos Heights (formerly of Calumet Park and Blue Island) passed away peacefully on July 15th at the age of 99.
She was the cherished wife of the late Leonard and loving mother of Tom (Martha), Nancy (Gary) Hunter, Carol (Marc) Nehls, and Patti (John) Faustino. She is preceded in death by her son Wayne.
Helen was proud Busha of...
Michelle Danielle Cole
Jul 12, 2026
It is with heavy hearts and profound sorrow that we announce the passing of Michelle/Michael Danielle Cole, who departed this life on July 12, 2026, in Elgin, Illinois. Born on September 18, 1987, at St. Josheph's Hospital in Chicago.
Michelle was beloved by a devoted family. She is survived by her mother Deborah Cole. She was predeceased by her father Dennis...
James W. Boyle
Jul 11, 2026
James W. Boyle, 81, of Palos Heights, Illinois, passed away peacefully on July 11, 2026, in Palos Park, Illinois.
Born on June 22, 1945, Jim lived a life focused on family. He was a proud veteran and lifelong Catholic. He will be remembered for his quiet strength, generous heart, and unwavering love for those closest to him.
Jim was preceded in death...
Marilyn Ann Horalek
Jul 11, 2026
Marilyn Ann Horalek (nee Long),
Beloved wife of the late George B. Horalek.
Loving mom of Janet (Frank) Kahr, Susan (Michael) Sullivan, Carol Horalek & Joan (Peter) Kobs.
Adored grandma of Heidi, Melissa, Michael, Sean, Glenna, Andrew, Connor, Peter & Daniel.
Cherished great grandma of Chase, Landon, Alyssa, Skye, Ilah, Violet, Johnny & Archer.
Fond aunt of Meryl (Eric) Charles.
Patricia Lynn Henry
Jul 10, 2026
Patricia Lynn Henry was the beloved mother of Christine Dorgan (Erik), Kelly Garver (Nick), and Sharon Garver (Mike).She was the cherished Gramma of Alexander, Danielle, and Samantha.Patricia was the loving partner of the late Tom “Ski.”She was a beloved sister, aunt, cousin, and friend to many.She was the “Snow White” of her neighborhood, always making sure the birds, squirrels, rabbits,...
Virginia Lennon Eck
Jul 4, 2026
Virginia Lennon Eck, lifelong resident of the county of Cook, Illinois. Returned to God on July 4th after living 90 plus wonderful years on earth!
Preceded in death by her ever loving husband George Sr and daughter in law Beth Eck.
She will be dearly missed by her fun-loving sister Joanie Creen.
Beloved mother of George Jr, Ginny, Mary, Patty, Therese, Liz, Tom...
Eugenia Duque
Jun 24, 2026
Eugenia Duque (Nee Babilonia),
Beloved wife of Andres Duque for 62 years.
Loving mom of Sandra (Mark) Zeboski & Lissette Hansen.
Cherished abuela of Daniel, Michael & David.
Adored dog grandma of Carson.
Fond aunt of many nieces & nephews.
Georganne Buyan Smith
Jun 23, 2026
Beloved Mother of Nicholas Smith.
Devoted Daughter of Arlene and the late George Buyan.
Adored Sister of Greg (Debbie) Buyan, Gina Rubel and Mike Buyan.
Cherished Aunt of Travis, Anthony, Gina, Derek, Drake and Dustin.
Georganne was a beautiful soul, loving Mother, Daughter, Sister, Aunt, Partner and Friend.
She was devoted to her son Nick. Throughout the years she supported and was involved in his...
Carol M. Miller
Jun 22, 2026
Carol M. Miller (Nee Selbach),
Beloved wife of the late William Miller.
Loving ma of Pamela, Terese (Mark), the late Mark, Jane & Jennifer (Francesco) Marciano.
Adored grandma of Carmela, Santo, Austin & Zachary.
Cherished great grandma of Wilhelmina.
Fond aunt to many nieces & nephews.
Special friend and teacher to many.
She loved spending time in her garden. She was also an amazing cook and enjoyed...
Caryl E. Schweiger
Jun 15, 2026
It is with deep sorrow that we announce the passing of our mother, Caryl E. Schweiger (Watson). Caryl was born on August 27, 1933, in Chicago, Illinois, and peacefully transitioned from this life on June 15, 2026, at the age of 92.
She was the beloved daughter of the late Robert C. and Elenor J. Watson of McHenry, Illinois, and the...
Ann M. Clay
Jun 10, 2026
Ann Marie Clay, age 88, passed away peacefully on June 10, 2026.
BELOVED MOTHER, GRANDMOTHER, AND GIGI
Born on January 16, 1938, in Peoria, Illinois, she was the youngest of six children born to Frederick and Anna Buehler. Growing up alongside three brothers and two sisters, Ann developed the resilience, creativity, and strong work ethic that would define her throughout her life.
During...
Myrna Kaye Brejcha
Jun 10, 2026
Myrna Kaye Brejcha (nee Martens)
Beloved wife of the late Ronald John Brejcha
Loving mother of Barrie (Mark) and Gregg (Andrea).
Adoring grandmother of Ella, Emelia, and Jeremy.
Myrna was a passionate and dedicated teacher for over 30 years, having obtained her undergraduate degree in Art History and a master’s degree in Education. She spent much of her tenure at Memorial Elementary School in...
Sharon L. Jarema
Jun 8, 2026
Sharon L. Jarema (nee Walsh) of Orland Park, IL.
Beloved wife of the late Raymond J. Jarema.
Loving mother of Kimberly (James) Kent, Thomas (Mary Fran), James and the late Timothy Jarema.
Cherished granny of Meghan (Zach), Joe (Crystal), Jordan (Bill), Sara and Hannah.
Adoring great grandma of Erica and Finn
Devoted daughter of the late; Stephen and Marie Walsh.
Dear sister of the late Michael...
Alejandro Rodriguez Perez
Jun 7, 2026
Alejandro Rodriguez Perez peacefully passed away at the age of 56 years on June 7,2026
Loving son of Alejandro (+) and Eustolia
Caring father of Alejandra, Yesenia, and Alejandro
Proud grandfather of Giancarlo, Ailani and Daniel
John J. LaRoy
Jun 2, 2026
John Joseph “Jack” LaRoy, 96, of Palos Heights & a proud US Navy Veteran, passed peacefully on June 2nd, 2026.
Born September 3rd, 1929 the son of Walter and Mary (nee Hussey) LaRoy.
Beloved husband of the late Joan and the late Doris.
Devoted and Loving father of John Joseph “JJ”, and Mark LaRoy. Dedicated father in law to Cynthia, stepfather to Julie,...
Michael J. Ryan
May 31, 2026
Michael J. Ryan DDS
Beloved and devoted husband of Carolann Therese (nee Mortensen) Ryan for 63 years. Loving father of Michael (Elizabeth) Ryan DDS, Mary (Thomas) Cavanaugh, Timothy (Mary Beth) Ryan, Colleen (Kevin) Houlihan, Matthew (Colleen) Ryan, Katie Ryan, Patricia (late Daniel) Nicholson, and Daniel (Bridget) Ryan. Proud Papa to Chelsea, Gavin, Collin (DDS), Michaela, Declan, Delaney, Liam, Thomas, Ryan, Sean,...
Alice Scudella
May 22, 2026
Alice Scudella, age 99, will be remembered as the quick-witted matriarch who enjoyed life until the very end. Late of Hoffman Estates, IL, she previously resided in Palos Heights, IL., for 53 years, and in several neighborhoods on Chicago's South Side. Alice was born one of eight children in the Friuli region of Italy in the village of Adegliacco. She...
