Obituaries
Paul Nystedt
Sep 16, 2023
Paul Dennis Nystedt, a beloved member of the community, passed away on September 16, 2023, in Aiken, South Carolina. He was born on December 27, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois, to his parents Gunnar Nystedt and Evelyn (Olson) Nystedt. Paul leaves behind cherished memories and a legacy that will live on in the hearts of his loved ones.
Graduating with a...
Brad F. Tolman
Sep 16, 2023
Brad F. Tolman,
Beloved husband of the late Katherin C. Tolman (nee Sibley). Loving dad of Delight (Arnolfo) Gallano & the late Jason. Devoted son of the late Alton & Delight Tolman. Dear brother of the late Bliss, late Bret, Bion & Bruce. Fond Uncle of many nieces & nephews.
Memorial Visitation Saturday, September 23rd from 1:00pm until time of...
Gloria J. Mayer
Sep 9, 2023
Beloved mother, sister, aunt, and Grandmother Gloria J. Mayer, passed away peacefully on September 9th at age 83. She faced multiple health issues over the last few years with perseverance and as she had done so with everything throughout life, she also faced death her way.
She will be remembered by her family and friends for her kind...
David Henehan
Sep 4, 2023
Loving father of Matthew Henehan.
Dear brother of Thomas (Clarissa) Henehan, Mary Caputo, Ann Marie (Dr. John) Hardek, Noreen (Dr. Fernando) Carballo, & the late Michael Henehan Jr.
Kind uncle of many nieces and nephews.
Visitation Saturday, September 23 from 9:30 am until the time of Mass, 10:30 am at St. Germaine Church, 9711 S. Kolin in Oak Lawn
Ernesto Morales
Aug 31, 2023
Ernesto Morales
Visitation Monday, September 11th from 3:00 pm until 8:00 pm.
Service Tuesday, September 12th at the KERRY FUNERAL HOME & CREMATION CARE CENTER, 7020 West 127th Street, Palos Heights, 10:00 am.
Interment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery.
Thomas J. Pacholski
Aug 29, 2023
Thomas J. Pacholski, US Marine Corp Veteran who served in combat in Vietnam. Proud member of Local 73 for 55 years. Beloved husband of Wendy (nee Normandy) Pacholski. Loving father of Laura (Carl) Sulzen, Thomas (Cindy) Pacholski and Jessica Pacholski. Proud Grandfather of Bryan and Luke Sulzen and Tommy, Kylie, and Ashley Pacholski. Dear brother of Carolyn (Bill) Sinwell and...
Gloria A. Tolley
Aug 28, 2023
Gloria A. Tolley (nee Maza).
Beloved wife of the late John “Jack” Tolley Sr.
Loving mother of Laura (Fred), John Jr. (Christine), Carrie (Larry) & James.
Cherished grandmother of Madelyn, Larry, Brittany, Michael, Patrick, Joseph, David, Seamus, Killian, Meara & Bridie.
Adoring great grandmother of Hayden, McKenna & John “Jack”.
Devoted daughter of the late: Joseph & Alice (nee Judge)...
Barbara E. Ruiz
Aug 24, 2023
Barbara E. Ruiz (nee Whalen),
Beloved wife of Charles J. Ruiz. Loving mom of Adrianna (Daniel), Dayna (Lawrence) & Charles. Cherished grandma of Julian, Alexisia, Mariah & Aiden. Dear sister of Edward, the late Patricia & James. Fond Aunt of many nieces & nephews.
Barbara was a member of the Red Hat Society and Tops. She had a green thumb...
Frank Bennett
Aug 14, 2023
Frank Gerald Bennett (“Frankie B”), of Palos Park, Illinois, was greeted on August 14, 2023 with heavenly hugs by his mother (Alice Bennett) and father (Frank Bennett). On March 17, 1979, he married Sandra Mikolajczak, the woman of his dreams, which meant some light sacrificing of 16-inch softball and victory E&J brandy at his favorite Southside watering holes. These...
Mary C. Martin
Aug 7, 2023
Mary C. Martin nee Muldoon age 93, of Crestwood, Formerly of Manteno, entered eternal life on Monday, August 7th. She was preceded in death by her beloved spouse, Donald Edward Martin.
Mary is survived by her children, Donald (Lynn), Dennis (Barbara), Suzanne (Fred) Vanderhyden, Gerald (JoAnne), and Thomas (Susan) Martin.
Cherished Grandmother of Steven, Michelle, Jamie, Katie, Dan, Joe,...
Edward M. Boghosian
Aug 3, 2023
Edward Murad Boghosian, age 88, of Orland Park, passed away peacefully on August 3, 2023, at his residence surrounded by family.
He was born September 27, 1934, in Chicago, son of the late Mihran and Haiganoush (Minasian) Boghosian. Both of his parents were survivors of the Armenian Genocide of 1915.
Edward is survived by his wife...
Carol A. Borkowski
Jul 31, 2023
Carol A. Borkowski
Beloved wife of the late Fred Borkowski.
Loving mother of Gale, Glen & Gary.
Dear sister of Sylvia.
Cherished grandmother of Evan, Victoria, Luke, Peter, Kristin & Rachel.
Adored great grandmother of Charlotte & Aidan.
Fond aunt of many nieces & nephews.
Family & friends will gather Saturday, August 5th for a visitation from 9:00am until...
Kathleen "Kathy" Vukas
Jul 24, 2023
Kathleen E. Vukas “Kathy” (nee Doyle).
Beloved Wife of Vincent N. Vukas “Jim”.Loving Mother of Kimberly Monreal, Natalie (Alan) Metke, Jaime Grabowski & Jacquelyn (Louis) DeMers.Cherished Nana of Brooklyn, Xander, Jake, Jillian, Louis & James. Devoted Daughter of the late Concetta (nee Calcagno) Doyle. Dear Sister of Kenneth (late Viola), late Dennis & late Thomas Doyle. Kind Aunt of many.
Muriel C. Burnes
Jul 22, 2023
Muriel C. Burnes (nee Ruth).
Inurnment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery will take place at a future date.
William Hoelscher
Jul 19, 2023
William J. Hoelscher, Retired Chicago Police Officer Loving dad of Jacquelyn (Daniel) O'Connell. Proud grandpa of Kailey, Tim and Madelyn. Cherished brother of the late Bonnie (late John) Reposa, Elizabeth (Jerome, Ret. Sgt. CPD) Selke, Patricia Hoelscher, late Thomas (late Sandy) Hoelscher, Judy (Eddie) Frazier, Carolyn Richards and the late Ambrose Hoelscher. Dear uncle of many nieces and nephews....
Kevin J. Fitzpatrick
Jul 14, 2023
Kevin J. Fitzpatrick, Retired Chicago Fireman
Inurnment at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery will take place at a later time.
James R. Tiggelaar
Jul 10, 2023
Age 50 of Orland Park, IL. Employed with Sentinel Technologies Inc. for over 20 Yrs.
Beloved Son of Roy Tiggelaar and the late Eileen Tiggelaar.
Dear Brother of Patricia (Scott) Hawkins, Michael (Carol) Tiggelaar.
Dear Cousin of Carla (Kevin) Snedden, Kari (Douglas) Seitz, Neil (Shannon) Dughetti.
Kind Uncle to many nieces and nephews.
Cherished friend to many…and known for...
Julie M. Demakes
Jul 9, 2023
Julie M. Demakes (nee Londos), age 64 of Palos Heights.
Beloved wife of Craig S. Demakes.Loving mother of Peter Londos.Cherished grandmother of Olivia Londos.Devoted daughter of Joan Stopka.Dear sister of Christine (Joe) Lombardino & Jenny (Steve) Londos.Kind aunt of Ava and Victor.
Julie was passionate about rescuing Bulldogs and supporting the organization “Bullies 2 the Rescue” 323 Unionville – Indian...
