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Michael R. Amato

Michael R. Amato

Nov 17, 2024

Beloved son of the late Alphonso “Big Al” and the late Frances (nee Piccinni); dear brother of the late Joseph, Frank (Deanne), Jimmy, Vincent, Richard (Terry), and Nancy (Jack) Martello; father of Jason Anderson; fond uncle of many nieces and nephews; dear friend of John Eldorado, and Frank Minicino. Please omit flowers. Memorial Service will be held at Kerry Funeral...

Janice L. Crego

Janice L. Crego

Nov 16, 2024

Janice “Jan” Crego (née Brown) passed away peacefully on November 16, 2024, at the age of 77, surrounded by her family. 

Born on June 6, 1947, in East Chicago, Indiana, Jan was the fourth child of the late Lyle and Allean (Early) Brown. 

Jan was preceded in death by her loving husband, Fred Crego, and her three brothers, Don Brown, Richard Brown,...

Brenda L. Banks

Brenda L. Banks

Nov 15, 2024

Funeral Services and Interment will be private. 

Bridget Lyons

Bridget Lyons

Nov 15, 2024

To view the Mass please click on this link: http://www.asimplestreaming.com/blyons

Bridget "Bridie" Lyons, aged 90, of Crestwood, Illinois, passed away surrounded by love and family. Born on January 11, 1934, in Gort, County Galway, Ireland, to Michael Forde, a farmer, and Kathleen (née O'Laughlin), Bridie carried the spirit of Ireland wherever she went. Beloved wife of the late Patrick Lyons and...

Honorable Michael Joseph Valentine Jr.

Honorable Michael Joseph Valentine Jr.

Nov 5, 2024

Edwards County Circuit Judge, The Honorable Michael Joseph Valentine, Jr., 43, passed away on November 5, 2024, at his residence in Edwards County, Illinois.

He was born on April 14, 1981 in Chicago, Illinois, to Michael J. Valentine Sr. and Marilyn (Jablonowski) Valentine.

Michael earned his law degree at Southern Illinois University. He was elected State’s Attorney in Edwards County, Illinois, serving...

Kevin F. Reynolds Sr.

Kevin F. Reynolds Sr.

Oct 21, 2024

Kevin F. Reynolds Sr. of Palos Heights, IL passed peacefully on October 21, 2024. He was born in Chicago on November 13, 1937. Loving son of the late Annabelle and J. Edwin Reynolds. Beloved husband of Diane Reynolds nee Durkin. Loving father of Kelly (Patrick) Scully, the late Kevin Jr. (Suzanne), Sean (Claire) Reynolds. Super Papa to Sean, Brendan (Alyssa),...

Violet A. Elli

Violet A. Elli

Oct 20, 2024

Violet Elli, 86, passed away peacefully on October 20, 2024. She was born on June 15, 1938, in Chicago, Illinois, to Stanley and Anna Dargis, Lithuanian immigrants. Violet was the beloved wife of the late Robert Elli, and together they shared a lifetime of love and companionship.

Violet attended Maria High School in Chicago and worked various jobs before meeting Robert...

Patricia W. Knoerzer

Patricia W. Knoerzer

Oct 20, 2024

Patricia “Pat” Knoerzer (nee Wereldsma), longtime resident of Palos Heights, Illinois, passed away peacefully at her home on October 20th, 2024, at the celebrated age of 94.

Pat was the beloved wife of the late Bob Knoerzer. They were devoted to each other for 71 years and loved to dance, sing and travel the world together. She is survived by her...

Chester F. Chwierut

Chester F. Chwierut

Oct 19, 2024

Family & Friends will gather at Saint Alexander Church, Mass 10 a.m. on Thursday, October 24th. Burial will follow Mass at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, contributions in Chet's name to Saint Alexander Church would be appreciated.

Paul Frank Erikson Sr.

Paul Frank Erikson Sr.

Oct 18, 2024

Paul Frank Erikson Sr., age 76, Proud U.S. Army Veteran during the Vietnam War. Dedicated and longtime employee in the Railroad Industry.

Dear father of Christopher, Jeffrey, Paul & Jon Erikson.

Loving grandfather of Hollie, Cody and Cassidy.

Cherished great grandfather of Reese.

Fond brother of the late Bill (Vivian) & late Bobby Erikson.

Edward F. Dronzek Jr.

Edward F. Dronzek Jr.

Oct 18, 2024

Beloved husband of the late Darlene (nee Biskup) Dronzek.

Loving father of Tracy (Brian) Person & Daniel Dronzek.

Cherished grandfather of Brooklyn, Aubrey, Vivian, Dominic & Dayna.

Dear brother of Donna, Thomas (Carol), Kenneth, late Patricia (late William) & late Ronald (Jennifer).

Kind uncle of many nieces and nephews.

Joseph W. Lowery

Joseph W. Lowery

Oct 17, 2024

Joseph Wilbur Lowery, of Palos Heights, IL. Husband, father, lifelong tradesman and United States Marine Corps veteran passed away on October 17, 2024, at the age of 93, what would have been his 65th wedding anniversary.

Loving husband, father, grandfather, brother, and uncle, was preceded in death by his wife of 42 years Shirley, his parents, John & Margaret Lowery and...

David J. Swick

David J. Swick

Oct 7, 2024

Funeral Services & Interment will be private. 

Edward Dressen

Edward Dressen

Oct 5, 2024

Funeral Services will be private.

John B. "Sean" Power

John B. "Sean" Power

Oct 4, 2024

John B. "Sean" Power, native of County Dublin, Dublin "Loved his Ireland". Physical Education Teacher at Sunny Brook School for over 25 years and Special Education Teacher for the Chicago Public Schools. Avid golfer, fisherman, tennis player and boater. 

Beloved husband for 33 years to Marita (nee Ryan) Power.

Loving father of Sean Power & Amy Gatch.

Cherished papa of Matthew & Abby.

Devoted...

Dennis H. Ebert

Dennis H. Ebert

Oct 1, 2024

In lieu of flowers, contributions to the American Heart Association would be appreciated.  American Heart Association 

Michael J. Gembara

Michael J. Gembara

Sep 25, 2024

Beloved husband of Carol (nee Garvey). Loving father of Chris, Meghan (Jimmy), Cathy (Chris), Billy (Lauren), and David.Proud grandfather of Virginia, Lillian, Mabel, Isabelle, and Luke. Dear brother of Janice, late John, and Bob. Kind uncle of many nieces and nephews. Visitation Sunday, September 29th from 2:00-7:00pm at Kerry Funeral Home, 7020 W. 127th St. Palos Heights.Funeral Mass Monday, September 30th at 10:00am at...

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