Krueger Funeral Home in Blue Island, IL

James A. Lee

January 22, 1933 - May 23, 2013

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Beloved husband of the late Louise nee Ricchio, loving brother of the late Alice Brown and the late Tom Brown, dear uncle and friend of many. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Benedict Church greatly appreciated. Ralph was a United States Air Force Veteran, serving during the Korean War. He was a member and past president of the Blue Island Eagles and a member of the American Legion...
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Thomas J. McGovern

August 20, 1947 - May 5, 2013

Beloved father of Daniel (Kim) McGovern, proud grandfather of Ryne McGovern, Dylan McGovern and Kylee McGovern, dear son of the late James and Leah Drummond , loving brother of Sandra (Bob) Swanson, Patti (Jeff) Zions and Frank (Donna) McGovern, devoted uncle of many nieces and nephews.
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Anne M. Brown

January 23, 1920 - April 30, 2013

Beloved wife of the late Irvin H. Brown, who passed away April 18, 2007. Loving mother of Wayne I. Brown, Norbert Brown and Barbara (Vern) Kunstman, devoted grandmother of Kristie (Chris Stern) Kunstman-Stern, Joel Kunstman, Jeff (Kim) Kunstman and Jay (Sarah) Kunstman, proud great grandmother of Briana, Brennan and Liliana. Dear sister of the late Michael, Peter, Frank, John, Frances, Mary and...
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Kevin Charles Pender

September 10, 1932 - April 30, 2013

Kevin Charles Pender, 80, 48 year resident of Calumet Park, devoted catholic, formerly employed for 45 years by Kennicott Bros. Co. of Chicago. Preceded in death by 2 brothers, Don (Jean) and Thomas"Laddie" (Mary) and three sisters, Norah, Mary (Thomas) Caraher and Laurian "Ronnie" (Don) Nielsen, loving uncle of many nieces, nephews, great nieces and great nephews.
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Michael Joseph Ordonez

September 16, 1986 - April 24, 2013

Michael Joseph Ordonez, "Big "O"/Mags", 26, of Blue Island, graduate of Marist High School and Lewis University of Romeoville, beloved son of Sandra Ordonez-Schade and Scott Schade, loving brother of Alexander R. Schade, cherished grandson of Minerva nee Gonzalez and the late Cesareo Ordonez and Carol nee Maenhoudt and John Schade, dear nephew of Arturo (Annette) Ordonez, Dagoberto Ordonez,...
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Salvatore Iuliano

May 15, 1920 - April 18, 2013

Salvatore Iuliano, 92, long time resident of Blue Island, beloved husband of the late Carmela nee Carbone. Loving father of Gina Iuliano Stevo, John Iuliano and Mario (Diane) Iuliano. Cherished grandfather of Allan Stevo, John Stevo, Janine Iuliano, Dana (Eric) Iuliano Wilkinson, Adam Iuliano, Zachary Iuliano and Alicia Iuliano. Proud great grandfather of Charlee Jae Wilkinson. Dear brother of...
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Constance J. Runge

June 8, 1929 - April 18, 2013

Constance J. Runge nee Myers, 83, of Blue Island, beloved wife of Henry C., loving mother of Pamela (Thomas) Barich, Janice Soria (Dominic Soria) and Gerald (Kim), devoted grandmother of Dominic Soria, Joseph Soria, Brian Runge, Matthew Runge and Joshua Runge, cherished great grandmother of Amidala and Benjamin Soria, dear sister of the late Gerald, Donna Wolters, the late Judy Shepherd, the...
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Florence L. Hillegonds

August 29, 1921 - April 16, 2013

Florence L. Hillegonds nee Berglund, 91, beloved wife of the late Henry and loving mother of Larry and the late Karen Naughton. Cherished grandmother of John Naughton Jr., Michael (Stacey) Naughton, David (Tina) Naughton, Tony (Brianna) Blake and Kristen Hillegonds. Proud great grandmother of 8 and dear sister of the late Lawrence and the late Lillian (late Leonard) Peterson. Member of the ...
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Kenneth J. Hopf

August 1, 1953 - April 13, 2013

Kenneth J. Hopf, 59, of Palos Park, formerly of Palos Heights, passed suddenly. Member Sprinkler Fitters Local 281. Beloved husband of Linda nee Hardies. Loving father of Andrea, Kenny (Sarah) and Matthew (Melissa) Hopf. Cherished step-father of Johnathon Statham. Proud grandfather of Kenny and Emma Hopf. Devoted son of Patricia nee Dunlap and the late William T. Hopf. Dear brother of Bill ...
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Ruth B. McGinnis

April 1, 1911 - April 7, 2013

Ruth B. McGinnis nee Babbitt, 102, of Palos Park, formerly of Springville, California, beloved wife of the late Colonel V. W. McGinnis US Army, loving mother of the late Wayne and the late Sonya (Dan) Snyder, devoted grandmother of 3, cherished great grandmother of 4, proud great great grandmother of 10. Interment will take place in Hillcrest Cemetery in Porterville, California.
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William G. "Willie" Willer Jr.

June 15, 1959 - April 3, 2013

William G. "Willie" Willer Jr., 53, of Blue Island, beloved father of William Willer and Lynnelle "Nellie" Willer, loving brother of Susan (Richard) Zeh, Cynthia (William) Brown, Peggy Willer, Robin (Steven) Madrigal and the late Beverly Veyette. Employed by South Holland Metal Finishing in Monee.
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Darlene M. Conners

July 20, 1938 - March 31, 2013

Darlene M. Conners nee Rowe, 74, of Blue Island. Beloved wife of James, loving mother of Brady Conners, Lori (George) Clay and Michael (Mary Ann) Maslanka, devoted grandmother of Katelyn and George Clay and Rosemary, Michelle and Nicholas Maslanka, dear sister of the late George. Darlene was formerly employed by IL Bell and Tuthill Pump Company of Alsip.She was a member of the Eastern Star...
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Lester F. Catlin

August 28, 1920 - March 21, 2013

Lester F. Catlin, 92, of Blue Island, WWII Army veteran, loving husband of the late June nee Bond, loving father of Linda (David) Engemann and Leslie (John) Nethaway, devoted grandfather of Paul (Monique) Engemann, Kelly (Arthur Jr.) Reyes and Andrew Nethaway, proud great grandfather of Gianna Reyes. Visitation Monday, March 25, from 3:00 pm to 9:00 pm. Funeral service Tuesday, 10:00 am at the...
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Roy P. Shouse

December 8, 1934 - March 20, 2013

Roy P. Shouse, 78, of Frankfort, formerly of Blue Island, beloved husband of the late Karleen nee Erickson, loving father of Richard, Kathleen Orozco, Sandra Shouse and Donald (Janet), proud grandfather of Kristin and Megan Orozco and Matthew, Gabriella and Daniel Shouse, dear brother of the late Donald, Richard (late Kathleen) and Robert.
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Bradamond "Bea" Gatrell

November 25, 1920 - March 18, 2013

Bradamond "Bea" Gatrell nee Pizza, 92, of Blue Island, beloved wife of the late Joseph H., loving mother of Susan (Frank) Frasor and Joseph, cherished grandmother of Joseph (Carrie), Matthew, Michael (Cheryl) and Jason (Laura), devoted great grandmother of Jackson, Mia, Elle and Cameron, dear sister of Florence Radin of Arizona . She was preceded in death by siblings John, Marianna Hager,...
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James M. Perry

May 20, 1930 - March 16, 2013

James M. Perry, 82, of Blue Island, beloved husband of the late Sylvia nee James, loving father of Susan (late John) Ross, Sandra (Frank) Stewart and Michelle (late Matthew) Sullivan, proud grandfather of Julie Ross and Nicholas Sullivan, dear brother of Earl (Naomi) Perry. Veteran of US Navy. Formerly employed by American Freight Systems of Chicago.
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Michael W. Zaher, Sr.

April 5, 1959 - March 7, 2013

Michael W. Zaher, Sr., 53, of Beecher. Beloved husband of Tammy nee Trussler. Loving father of Michael and Wendy (Ryan) Fletcher, kind step-father of Nicole (Brandon) DuBois and Tabatha Trussler. Cherished grandfather of Tyler, Landon, Addison, Chloe, Cooper and Michael III. Devoted son of Joseph and the late Stella nee Gritz. Dear brother of Sharon (Jack) DerKacy, Joseph, Janet (Christopher)...
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Marjorie E. De Santo

May 28, 1921 - March 7, 2013

Beloved wife of the late Eugene De Santo. Loving mother of Louise (Kirby) Edeus, the late James De Santo, Gene (Susan) De Santo, Donna (Gary) Austin and Dena (Rich) Facko, devoted grandmother of nine, cherished great grandmother of eleven. Dear sister of Jean Radtke and the late Mary Ellen Volkman, Edna McNichols, Helen Heintz and Red McNichols.
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George Ortiz

April 23, 1925 - February 26, 2013

Beloved husband of Sylvia M. Ortiz, loving father of David (Patricia) Ortiz, Linda (Wayne) Schlimm, Tina (Kerry) Stone and Laura (David) Purol, devoted grandfather of eight, proud great grandfather of five, dear brother of the late Frank Ortiz, Vince Ortiz, Eustace Ortiz, the late Pauline Tijerina, Leo Ortiz, Margaret Jaramillo, Eddie Ortiz, the late Virginia Moreno and Susie Schroeder. ...
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Carol Jean Schoenbohm

February 20, 1932 - February 22, 2013

Carol Jean Schoenbohm, nee Gierman, 81, of Blue Island, beloved wife of Frederick E., loving sister of the late Calvin (Cynthia), dear aunt of Stuart (Linda Packer) Rathje, Sandi Hansen, Elizabeth (Michael) Ellis and Jennifer (Raymond) Sheehan, fond great aunt of many. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to First Ev. Lutheran Cemetery Fund greatly appreciated. Carol Jean was formerly...
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Marsha L. Hupe

July 1, 1948 - February 16, 2013

Marsha L. Hupe nee Andersen, 64, of Palos Heights, beloved wife of Lawrence E., loving mother of Christopher (Susan), Jennifer (Gregory) Castor and Sara Hupe, devoted grandmother of Cameron, Nathan, Jonathan and Grace, beautiful daughter of Miriam nee Klocke and the late Donald , cherished sister of Thomas (Kathy), Susan (George) Nugent, Paul (Debbie) and Leslie (late Mike) Konsoer, adored aunt...
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Yolanda A. Zilanis

June 24, 1923 - February 4, 2013

Beloved wife of the late Stanley Zilanis. Loving mother of Clayton Zilanis, Llewellyn Zilanis, Joan Zilanis and Yolanda Zilanis, devoted grandmother of Kimberly (Clifton) Beckley, James Zilanis, Llewellyn Zilanis, Jason (Amanda) Zilanis and Samantha Moore, cherished great-grandmother of Zabria, Zauria, Jamea, Kaylyn, Kameron, Jason, Jaylen, Jayla, Makiala, Jaciy, Bennie, Dom-Nick and Addison....
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Lucy Barajas

October 3, 1938 - January 26, 2013

Beloved wife of Jesus Barajas, loving mother of Jennie (Braulio) Esparza, Esther (Curtis) Viverette, Jesse (Sharon) Barajas, Augustine (Alex) Barajas and Bruce (Darlene) Barajas, devoted grandmother of Vince (Adelina), Michael, Stephanie, Elise, Brent (Holly), Barbara, Melanie, Jessica, Jordana, Joey, Alexa, Nick, Justin, Emma, Julianna and Michelle, cherished great grandmother of Stacey, Autum,...
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Nicholas Palhegyi

November 29, 1912 - January 25, 2013

Nicholas Palhegyi, age 100, beloved husband of the late Anne nee Sudent, loving father of Wally (Carol), June (Balbo) Restaino, Diane Kish and the late Gloria (Reno) Romani, devoted grandfather of Bill Romani, Linda Morales, Nick Restaino, Laura Santoro, Brenda Hathaway, Joe Restaino, Ray Palhegyi, Rick Palhegyi, Cheryl Davis, and Jill Lomonaco, cherished great grandfather of 19 and proud great...
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Susan Kness

September 18, 1944 - January 24, 2013

Susan Kness nee Foster, 68, of Blue Island, beloved wife of Joseph, loving daughter of the late John and Anne nee Sharp, dear cousin of Joan Pianto, Mary Kay (George) Mitchell, Patricia (Howard) Schnitz, Jerome (Joann) Wedding and David (Myra) Wedding.
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Martha E. Castaneda

October 29, 1937 - January 20, 2013

Martha E. Castaneda nee Esparza, 75, of Blue Island. Beloved wife of the late Salvador Castaneda Sr. Loving mother of Carolina (Rogelio) Soto, Gabriel (Aurora) Castaneda, Roberto (Maria) Castaneda, Jaime (Kimberly) Castaneda, Martha (Armando) Jaramillo, Ruben (Jennifer) Castaneda, Maricela (Puma) Saucedo and the late Theresa and the late Salvador Jr. "Chavo" Castaneda. Proud grandmother of 16....
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Concepcion C. Alvarado

January 22, 1913 - January 18, 2013

Concepcion C. Alvarado, 99, of Blue Island, formerly of Roseland, beloved sister of the late Manuel, Guadalupe, Miguel, Benjamin and Belen Alvarado. Concepcion is the dear friend of Jesus Lechuga and his family.
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Gerardo Mejia

October 22, 1984 - January 17, 2013

Gerardo Mejia, 28, of Blue Island, beloved husband of Adriana Ortiz, loving father of Gerardo Gregorio Mejia, Sebastian Santos Mejia and Cecilia Isabel Suarez, cherished son of Gregorio Mejia Duron and Irma Rocha Guevara, dear brother of Jose Cesar Mejia, Claudia Mejia, Gustavo Angel Mejia, Eduardo Mejia, Ana Mejia, Blanca Mejia and Miguel Angel Mejia.
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Audrey R. Smith

May 20, 1931 - January 14, 2013

Audrey R. Smith nee Kester, 81, of Crown Point, IN formerly of Calumet Park, beloved wife of the late Frederick, loving mother of Deborah (Gregory) Bordner, Valerie (David) Koch, Cynthia (James) Carroll, Frederick III, Roy (Jennifer), Clinton (Amy), Todd (Julie) and Stephen, devoted grandmother of Candace, Drew, Kelli, Garrett, Krystin, Katelyn, Madison, Zachary, Benjamin, Tyler, Stephanie, Cole,...
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Emil J. Paska, Sr.

March 2, 1924 - January 11, 2013

Emil J. Paska Sr., 88, of Chicago, formerly of Blue Island, passed from this life January 11, 2013. Beloved husband of 66 years to Betty nee Binka, loving father of Emil Jr. (Janis) and Caryl (Harry Steve) Zirbes, best grandpa ever to Brian Zirbes, dear brother of the late Don, Ed and Carol Lee. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to St. Philip Ev. Lutheran Church of Blue Island or Rainbow...
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Gladys M. Murphy

February 14, 1941 - January 10, 2013

Gladys M. Murphy nee Klein, 71, of Blue Island, beloved wife of John C. and the late Donald F. Marchbanks. Loving mother of Don (Lynne) Marchbanks, devoted grandmother of Brittany, Lauren, Savahhah, Ashlyn Marchbanks and Richard Gorman, dear sister of Bill and the late Ken (Pam).
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Calvin R. Gierman

November 14, 1945 - January 7, 2013

Calvin R. Gierman, 67, of Matteson, formerly of Frankfort and Blue Island, beloved husband of Cynthia nee Lizak, loving father of Elizabeth (Michael) Ellis and Jennifer (Raymond) Sheehan, proud grandfather of Robin, Calvin, Austin, Sarah, Katie and Maggie, dear brother of Carol Jean (Fred) Schoenbohm.
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Joseph Tomaszewski (Thomas)

February 8, 1925 - December 31, 2012

Joseph Tomaszewski (Thomas), 87, of Calumet Park, beloved husband of Patricia, loving father of the late Rebecca (John) Kawa and Richard (Pam), cherished grandfather and great grandfather. Member of Y-Knots Square Dance Club.
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Annetta Theresa Lechuga

January 15, 1930 - December 28, 2012

Annetta Theresa Lechuga nee Bernal, 82, of Blue Island, beloved wife of Jesus, loving mother of Julie (Jerry) Martinez and Rebecca (Eduardo) Beltran, cherished grandmother of Giselle, Jerry Jordan, Nicholas and Gabriel, caring sister and aunt of many.
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Raul G. Perez

April 4, 1938 - December 20, 2012

Raul G. Perez, 74, beloved husband of Mercedes nee Villanueva. Loving father of David, Graciela and Raul Jr. (Heather). Proud grandfather of Joshua, Constantina, Julian and Marisa. Survived by 3 brothers and 4 sisters, all of Mexico.
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Mario L. De Alba

December 6, 2012

Mario L. De Alba, 58 , of Blue Island. Beloved father of Melissa and Amanda (Andre) Anderson, proud grandfather of Isiah Anderson, loving son of Pauline nee Chavez and the late Hilario "Larry" Jr., Dear brother of John R. (Lupe), Larry, Nicholas E. and Armando J. (Edith), special friend of Katie Evanch cherished nephew, uncle, cousin and friend of many.
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Joshua J. Brown

January 4, 1988 - December 1, 2012

Joshua J. Brown, 24, of Tinley Park, beloved son of Michelle Brown nee Bruno and Terry (Marla) Brown, cherished boyfriend of Lauren Zednick, adored grandson of Geraldine nee Wendler and the late Donald Bruno and Donna nee Hyde and Gordon Brown, loving nephew of Paul (Bobbi Jo) Bruno, Paulette Bruno, John Bruno, Dave Bruno, Roxann Graves, Rhonda (Ed) Rousch, Jackie (Ron) Hardt, Gary (Suzanne)...
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Lorenzo J. Alvarado, Jr

November 29, 1968 - November 29, 2012

Lorenzo J. Alvarado Jr., 44, of Blue Island, beloved father of Adrian Echeverria (Damien Carver) and Stephanie Alvarado, cherished son of Lorenzo J. Sr. and Dolores H. nee Portillo, loving brother of Dolores Morgan, dear godfather of Stephen Morgan, devoted friend of many. Memorial donations to American Cancer Society or St. Jude's Children Hospital greatly appreciated.
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Shirley H. Hasier

May 13, 1941 - November 26, 2012

Shirley H. Hasier nee Thorell,71, of Blue Island, beloved wife of Theodore, loving mother of Michael, Thomas (Barbara), Theodore (Jessika) and Mandy, adored grandmother of Jillian, Michael and Helena, cherished sister of Sharon Bohlen.
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Roger L. Galassini

November 11, 1938 - November 25, 2012

Roger L. Galassini , passed away peacefully from cancer. Proud Marine, adoring father, loving husband, brother, cousin, uncle, friend and tough guy. Proceeded in death by many a beloved family and friend, he will find good company at their rummy table. The sit ups will forever be called from above. In lieu of flowers take someone you love, or only like, out and raise a glass for Roger. Semper Fi.
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John S. Fedeanis

May 10, 1929 - November 25, 2012

John S. Fedeanis, 83, of Blue Island, beloved husband of the late Dolores nee Bobber, loving father of Sharon (Dave) Hutchinson, Diane Fay, Susan Fedeanis and Debra (Robert) Cheval, cherished grandfather of Joel, Diane, Scott, Jill, Lauren, Brittany, Robert, John and Kristin, proud great grandfather of four, dear brother of Irene Smid and the late Robert Fedeanis and the late Shirley Paskey.
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Harold V. Witt, Sr.

April 22, 1916 - November 22, 2012

Harold V. Witt Sr., 96, of East Hazel Crest, formerly of Blue Island, beloved husband of the late Mildred "Dolly" nee Hilt, loving father of the late Peggy Bentley, the late Katherine Witt, Harold Jr. and Karl (Dawn), cherished grandfather of Tina, Kristin, Lindsay, Amanda and Lauren, dear brother of the late Elmer, Lawrence and William.
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Maurice R. Fernandez

September 21, 1932 - November 14, 2012

Maurice R. Fernandez, 80, Thornton High School 1951 Graduate, veteran of US Army, International Sales Manager for Fram and Allis Chambers, Referee and Umpire for NCAA College Sports,member Orland Park American Legion Post 111, beloved husband of the late Dorothy nee Medrano, loving father of Jeff (Susan) and Diana, devoted grandfather of Jeffrey Jr., Jenna and Stephen, fond brother of the late...
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Michael Messere, Sr.

January 5, 1929 - November 8, 2012

"Mike The Barber" Michael Messere Sr., 83, of Blue Island, WWII US Navy veteran. Beloved husband of Maxine nee Martin, loving father of Marta (Ken) Parchem, Michele (late Mike) Gabrione, Michael Jr. (Venus) and Martin, cherished grandfather of six, devoted great grandfather of eight, dear brother of Carmella (late John) Otrembiak, the late Frieda (Gordon) Teufel, Lucy Porter, Anna Marie (late...
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William A. Irving, Jr

May 10, 1930 - October 31, 2012

William A. Irving Jr., 82, of Blue Island. US Army veteran, Korean War. Beloved husband of the late Barbara A. nee Burmeister, loving father of Michelle, Matthew E. Sr. (Lisa) and Melanie, devoted grandfather of Matthew Edward Jr. and Joshua Paul, survived by two sisters and one brother.
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Nancy Lynn Punter

March 27, 2012 - October 24, 2012

Nancy Lynn Punter, 60, of Garden Homes. Beloved partner of Ronald McCreery, loving sister of Skip Punter, Susan Dompeling and Jody Kelly, cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews. 25 year employee of Hilltop Animal Hospital of Evergreen Park. Memorial donations to the Animal Welfare League, 10305 Southwest Hwy., Chicago Ridge, IL 60415 or A Mother's Hope Foundation, 1034 Granite Dr., Manteno,...
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Marilyn A. Dunlap

August 30, 1931 - October 22, 2012

Marilyn A. Dunlap nee Sanford, 81, of Palos Heights. Beloved wife of the late Clem J., loving mother of Larri Lyn (Larry) Rauch and Kris Ann Huff, cherished grandmother of Ramie (Mickey) Wiltgen nee Rauch and Brett Allen Huff, devoted great grandmother of Emma Lyn and Jack Henry Wiltgen, dear sister of the late Betty Lou Sanford. Former owner of Dunlaps Restaurant. In lieu of flowers, donations...
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Donald J. Bruno

August 7, 1926 - October 14, 2012

Donald J. Bruno, 86, of Blue Island, US Navy submariner veteran of WWII. Beloved husband of Geraldine nee Wendler, loving father of Paul (BobbiJo), Paulette, Michelle Brown, John, Dave, and Roxann Graves, devoted grandfather of seven, cherished great grandfather of two, dear brother of Albert, Margaret (Salvatore) Rizzo and Richard (Arlene). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Donald J....
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Theodore C. Flax

August 19, 1923 - October 8, 2012

Theodore C. Flax, 89, of Alsip, WWII Army veteran. Beloved husband of Patricia R. nee Dougherty, loving father of Brian, Karen (William) Madsen, Thomas and James (Kayla), devoted grandfather of Gretchen Madsen, Anastasia, Winston, Isabella, Nigel, Genevieve and the late Charles and Andrew Pennington-Flax, dear brother of Esther (late Walter) Hanasik and the late Anna, Helen, Ella, Bertha and...
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Daniel M. Brienzo

May 2, 1926 - September 28, 2012

Daniel M. Brienzo, 86, lifelong resident of Blue Island. Former owner of Esposito Plumbing. Beloved husband of Margaret nee Sekerka. Loving father of Jim and the late Ken (Karen). Cherished grandfather of Ben (Lisa) and Sam. Dear brother of the late Mary Franco, Helen Jablonski, Jim, Josephine Nicola, Margaret and Mike. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.
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Joseph D. Coluzzi, Sr.

September 26, 1942 - September 25, 2012

Joseph D. Coluzzi Sr., 69, of Burnham, US Army, 173rd Airborne, Viet Nam veteran. Beloved husband of Kathleen O. nee Vanderwall. Loving father of Joseph Jr. and Anthony. Devoted grandfather "Bakka" of Joseph M. and Amanda. Dear brother of the late William, the late Robert (Jackie), Carol (Larry) Fuchs, the late Charles, Vincent and Leanora. Fond uncle and cousin of many. In lieu of flowers,...
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Daniel Martinez

October 25, 1950 - September 20, 2012

Daniel Martinez, age 61, of Oak Forest. Husband of the late Judith. Father of Miriam (late Brett) Rogers, Daniel (Janet), Christian and Jasmine. Grandfather of Daniel and Alec Rogers and Daniel and Janet Martinez. Brother of many.
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Elda Rose Philippi

November 10, 1922 - September 17, 2012

Elda Rose Philippi, 89, of Blue Island. Loving sister of the late Reverend Ernest (Ann) of Dubuque, Iowa, Reverend Leon (Theophila) of Australia and Lois (late Michael) Cipalo of Blue Island. Cherished aunt of many nieces and nephews. Interment Muscatine Memorial Park, Muscatine, Iowa. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to Blue Cap or First Lutheran Church of Harvey greatly appreciated.
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George Giaquinto, Sr

April 9, 1921 - September 14, 2012

Beloved father of Jenny (David) Cavanaugh, Roberta Lino and George A. Giaquinto, loving grandfather of six, devoted great grandfather of nine, dear brother of the late Irene Larotonda, Florence Berens, Ann Mroz, Tillie Reeves and Nick Giaquinto. Mr. Giaquinto was a former resident of Blue Island, until relocating to Valparaiso in 1986. He was a WWII Army Veteran serving in India/Burma Theatre...
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Sally Vasquez

January 13, 1926 - September 14, 2012

Sally Vasquez nee Torres, 86, of Calumet Park, beloved wife of the late Fidel, loving mother of Charles Lugo, Margaret (Richard) Mucha, Sandra (James) O'Connor and Roxann (Robert) Schuch, devoted grandmother of ten, cherished great grandmother of fourteen, proud great great grandmother of one, dear sister of Peter and the late Charles, John, Paul, Frances and Margaret Beals.
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Robert J. Mulderink

February 6, 1925 - September 9, 2012

Robert J. Mulderink, 87, of Blue Island. WWII Army veteran, owner and operator of Wilrae Inc. Beloved husband of the late Marcella J. nee Ermschler, loving father of Lawrence (Debra), David (Marjo), Timothy (Louise), Caryle (John) Glowacki, Robert (Kathryn) and the late Janice, cherished grandfather of 15, proud great grandfather of 7, dear brother of Jim, Ed, Helen Lorang, Ben, George, the late...
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Minetta T. Haffner

January 3, 1922 - September 8, 2012

Minetta T. Haffner nee Weismann, 90, of Tinley Park, formerly of Blue Island. Beloved wife of the late Harold. Devoted mother of Lenore (late William) Tracy, Janis (Jim) Hubbell, and Marsha (late John) Reynhout. Loving grandmother of Sarah (Tony) Brotherton and Jennifer (David) Boender. Caring great grandmother of Caleb, Nolan and Hannah. She was the daughter of the late Michael Weismann and...
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Bonnie L. Mead

February 9, 1944 - September 7, 2012

Bonnie Miedema Almer Mead, died Sept. 7. Born Feb. 9, 1944 to Alfred and Dorothy Miedema. She graduated from Fenger High School and attended North Park College. She worked for TWA and traveled the world extensively. Later in life, she worked as a massage therapist and in elder care. In 1965, Bonnie married her childhood friend, Arnold Almer with whom she had three children, Jay (Diane), Jonathan ...
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William F. Wilde

May 30, 1926 - September 6, 2012

Beloved husband of the late Mildred L. nee Garrett, loving father of Scott W. (Pam) Wilde, Teri (John) Shimkus and Gregory G. (Ruth) Wilde, devoted grandfather of Krystin Shimkus, Meagan Shimkus, Lydia Wilde and Ian Wilde. Staff Sergent Army Air Force WWII veteran serving in Pacific Theatre, 24th Infantry Division awarded the Bronze Star. Life member of American Legion Post 1977, New Lenox,...
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Charlotte M. Niemczyk

July 23, 1929 - September 5, 2012

Charlotte M. Niemczyk nee Hatella, 83, of Calumet Park. Beloved wife of the late Raymond, loving mother of Terry (Debra), Debbie (Keith) Carli, Scott and Candice (Brian) Zipse, devoted grandmother of Brandie, Kenny, T.J., Tiffany, Christopher, Dan, Caity, Kimmie, Molly, Nikki, Kate, Stephanie and Kendra, cherished great grandmother of seven.
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Leo F. Simonini

November 5, 1920 - August 28, 2012

Leo F. Simonini, 91, formerly of Chicago's Pullman neighborhood, WWII Army Air Corp veteran, beloved son of the late Ivo and Maria nee Simonini, dear brother of the late Ino.
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Margaret I. Smolen

December 30, 1923 - August 25, 2012

Margaret I. Smolen nee Craven, 88, of Blue Island, formerly of Calumet Park and Chicago. Beloved wife of the late Walter. Loving mother of Nancy Aklinski, Rosemary (Bill) Witry and Thomas (Deborah) Smolen. Cherished grandmother of Laurie Aklinski, Kristina Quilico, Keith Burghart, Jennifer Goutremout and Scott Smolen. Proud great grandmother of 4. Central Service Supervisor for St. Francis...
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Elizabeth Bernadette Lundquist

January 19, 1936 - August 22, 2012

Beloved wife of the late John Lundquist, loving mother of Theresa Black and Philip Lundquist, cherished sister of Patricia (late Robert) Martin, Bonita (Dr. Richard) Johnson and the late Robert Means. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Anti-Cruelty Society greatly appreciated.
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Ronald Ellsworth Palmer, Sr.

June 15, 1936 - August 20, 2012

Ronald "Ronnie" Ellsworth Palmer Sr., 76, of Alsip, beloved father of Ann Jeanette Palmer-Mickel of Oberlin, Ohio, Ronald "Ronnie" Ellsworth Palmer Jr. (Erica) of White Plains, Maryland, Darryl Ernest Palmer of Chicago and Donald Merrill Palmer (Noemi) of Woodbridge, Virginia, cherished brother of Robert A. (Ruth) Palmer of Oberlin, Ohio, ex-husband and friend of Doris Palmer of Oberlin, Ohio....
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Paul Doran

March 7, 1953 - August 17, 2012

Paul Doran, age 59, long time resident of Blue Island. Retired member IBEW Local 134, Dwight D. Eisenhower High School graduate. Beloved father of Beau Doran and Vincent, Michael (Angela) and Jimmy (Heather) D'Angelo. Loving son of Shirley nee Brown and the late Phillip. Cherished brother of William (Susan) Doran, Cynthia Glim and Richard Aug.
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Laurian C. Nielsen

July 10, 1935 - August 17, 2012

Laurian C. nee Pender, 77, of Calumet Park, beloved wife of the late Donald, loving mother of Chuck (Kathy), Rick (Beth), Nora (Neil) MacDonald, Judy (Mike) Leja, Pam (Richard) Gamblin and Don (Casey), cherished grandmother of sixteen, devoted great grandmother of five, dear sister of Kevin and the late Don, Tom "Laddie", Mary Caraher and Nora.
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Eleanor M. Potter

April 22, 1915 - August 1, 2012

Eleanor M. Potter, 97, died August 1, 2012 at Rosary Hill Home in Justice IL. She was born April 22, 1915 in Milwaukee Wisconsin and lived most of her life in the South Suburbs of Blue Island, Dixmoor, and Harvey. She was preceded in death by her mother, Evelyn Weisenburger, her husbands, William McAley and Herbert Potter, and four siblings Eileen, Leonard (Gwen), Mary and Walter (Kay)...
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John L. Pyka

January 2, 1948 - July 23, 2012

John L. Pyka, 64, of Alsip. Beloved husband of Patricia nee Chesney, loving father of Douglas (Michelle) and Erin, devoted papa of Derek, cherished son of Rita nee Pallach and the late Aloysius, dear brother of Rita (Richard) Hardy and the late Raymond. Employee of Valero Energy Corporation.
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Nancy L. Arenas

June 2, 1966 - July 22, 2012

Beloved mother of Sergio Aguilera and Ariel Aguilera, loving daughter of Mary nee Martinez and the late Manuel Arenas, cherished sister of Paul Arenas, Basilio Arenas and Nick Arenas, dear cousin of Albert Matinez.
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Guadalupe Castro

August 12, 1918 - July 19, 2012

Guadalupe Castro nee Montoya, 93, of Blue Island. Beloved wife of the late Antonio, loving mother of Carmen, Valentine (Connie), Antonio R. (Elida), Rebecca Galan, Caroline Dawson and the late Luis and Luz Castro Ramirez, cherished grandmother, great grandmother and great great grandmother of many, dear sister of Elena Agudo, Dolores, Cruz (Manuel) Guerrero, Teresa and the late Moises I, Moises...
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Jess Ann Kosic

December 29, 1953 - July 11, 2012

Jess Ann Kosic nee Snow, 58, of Palos Heights, beloved mother of Elena (Dan) DiVenti and Bradley Ramirez. Loving daughter of Charles and Eleanore nee Seyfarth, cherished sister of the late Carl, Samuel (Patricia) and Janet Snow-Godfrey. Jess was an editorial manager for McGraw-Hill, Higher Education Group.
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Angeline H. Sautel

April 1, 1930 - July 7, 2012

Angeline H. Sautel nee Wroblewski, 82, formerly of Bridgeview. Beloved wife of the late Stanley, loving mother of Lana (Terry) Noah, Steve and Gary, devoted grandmother of Terry (Tracee) Noah, Katherine (Hector) Oliva, Larry, Steve Jr., Amanda and Randy, cherished great grandmother of Branden and Lily, dear sister of Dolores, Edward, Alvina, Raymond (Lillian), Loretta, John (Charlotte), ...
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Frances M Hardwidge

August 7, 1921 - June 18, 2012

Frances M. Hardwidge nee Ficks, 90, of Oak Lawn, beloved wife of the late Albert, loving mother of Edward (Arlene), George, Robert (Mary) and the late Jean Marie (Thomas K.) DeLorey, devoted grandmother of five, cherished great grandmother of one, dear sister of the late Leonard Ficks and Louis Ficks. In lieu of flowers memorial donations to Ray Graham Association greatly appreciated. Ray...
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Janet R. Giese

October 2, 1931 - June 16, 2012

Beloved mother of Diane M. Klimczak and the late Tyler Giese. Loving grandmother of Gregory Klimczak. Dear sister of Earline (Don) Stealey. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations to the Animal Welfare League, 10305 Southwest Highway, Chicago Ridge, IL 60415, greatly appreciated.
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Emanuel John Zengri

July 4, 1916 - June 13, 2012

Beloved husband of the late Antoinette nee Greco, loving father of Sandra May and Lawrence John Zengri, devoted grandfather of Lenore Lello and Melissa Lipuma, cherished great grandfather of Rabier Benabdallah. Dear brother of the late Joseph (Guiseppe), Nancy (Nunzia), Angelo, Jean (Genevieve), Frank (Franceso), Mary, Samuel, Anthony and Adeline. Fifty year employee of Metropolitan Life,...
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Frank Kolozie

February 8, 1923 - June 11, 2012

Beloved husband of the late Violet, loving father of Karen (James) Opyd, Keith (Linda) Kolozie and the late Mark Kolozie, cherihsed grandfather of Mark (Allisa) Opyd, Deanna (Scott) Pegoraro and Kristie Diebold, proud great grandfather of Nicholas, Caroline and Grace Opyd , Alyssa and Maggie Pegoraro and Sydni Diebold, dear brother of Ethel Edwards, Alice DiFillipo and the late Irene Busch. In...
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Marian F. Montet

September 8, 1918 - May 31, 2012

Beloved wife of the late Roland E. Montet, loving mother of the late Roland J. Montet, Laurence Montet, Margaret (Paul) Desjardins and Gerald (Marcia) Montet, devoted grandmother of the late Roland Montet, Rochelle (Richard) Dale, Larry Montet, Sam Montet, Lauren (Mike) Bardou, Sara Montet, Lisa (Kyle) Johnson and Ben Montet, cherished great grandmother of Roland Dale, Redmond Dale and Rexford...
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Mary A. Caraher

August 25, 1929 - May 31, 2012

Mary A. Caraher nee Pender, 82 , of Calumet Park, beloved wife of the late Thomas G., loving mother of Adrianne (Edward) Watrobka and Thomas P., fond mother-in-law of Linda, devoted grandmother of Edward Watrobka, Shannon (Paul) Wendricks, Thomas Caraher and Mary (Mark) Albrecht, cherished great grandmother of Gavin, Brooklyn and James, dear sister of Laurian Nielsen, Kevin and the late Don,...
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Sophie Kissel

May 8, 1918 - May 23, 2012

Beloved wife of the late Peter Kissel, loving mother of Eleanor (Willard) Roper, Edward (Vicki) Kissel, Robert (Judy) Kissel, Donald (Judy) Kissel and Richard (Roberta) Kissel, devoted grandmother of nine, cherished great grandmother of many, proud great great grandmother of one.
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Maybelle Rabon

May 5, 1921 - May 23, 2012

Beloved wife of the late Estel Rabon (died 1976) and the late William Boyd (died 1945). Loving mother of Norma (late Donald) Alfrejd, Ronald (Theodora) Boyd and Ford (Beverly) Rabon, devoted grandmother of 8; Kristie Whittemore, April Matsui, Elizabeth Tran, Michael Alfrejd, Aimee Jimenez, Heather Alfrejd, Michelle Rabon, Kimberly Rabon, cherished great grandmother of 9; Marissa Jimenez, Sierra...
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Irvin F. Draeger

January 29, 1931 - May 22, 2012

Irvin F. Draeger, 81, of Palos Heights, formerly of Blue Island, Veteran of US Army during the Korean War, beloved husband of Audrey nee Kuiken, gentle and loving father of Dawn (Bruce) Bronson and Pam (Robert) Camel, devoted and happy grandfather of three loving grandchildren, Emily, Olivia and Bo, fond brother of Ralph (Marge), dear uncle to Ellen (Mark) Wilson, Bob (Laurie) Draeger and Dan ...
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Carlos Perucho

June 23, 1981 - May 20, 2012

Loving father of Andrea, beloved son of Ramiro and Regina nee Maldonado, cherished brother of Ramiro (Linda) Perucho, Erica (Eliseo) Barban and Monica (Antonio) Heredia. In lieu of flowers, memorial donations designated for his daughter, Andrea.
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Bhrett C. Green

June 13, 1958 - May 4, 2012

Bhrett C. Green, 53, of Blue Island, formerly of New York. Beloved husband of Ginny nee Hooker, loving father of Christopher and Michael, cherished son of Jacqueline nee Craft and the late Thomas Edward, dear brother of Jodi (John) Goff. Employee of United Airlines. In lieu of flowers, donations to Susan G. Komen For The Cure or Animal Welfare League of Chicago greatly appreciated.
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Lourdes Martin

February 11, 1936 - May 2, 2012

Lourdes Martin nee Rangel, 76, of Posen, formerly of Blue Island, beloved wife of Frank, cherished sister of Marta Wertz, Lucy Krouse, Mary Origel, Agnes Espinosa, John, Gloria Rose, Dennis, Mike, Andrea Borucke, Charlotte, Charles, Dr. Lee and the late Willy, devoted aunt of many nieces and nephews.
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Florence I. Pizza

October 28, 1926 - May 1, 2012

Florence I. Pizza nee Bucel, 85, of Blue Island and Mishawaka, IN, beloved wife of the late Albert, devoted mother of Albert (Elizabeth) and Dr. Mary Ann, loving daughter of the late Simon and late Mary nee Blaszkieicz, dear sister of the late Louise (late George) Kremm and the late Simon (Mary). In lieu of flowers, memorial donations directed to the family appreciated.
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Lester P. Hlavatovich

February 11, 1926 - April 28, 2012

Lester P. Hlavatovich, age 86, formerly of Blue Island. Beloved husband of the late Nila nee Erfft. Cherished companion of Shirley Swanson. Loving father of Jan (Rebecca), Niel (Romaine) and Sue (James) Antonaglia. Dear grandfather of Aaron, Laura, Jimmy, Ana and Cezar. Proud great grandfather of Kieran, Andie and Madyn. Fond brother of the late Irene Ebeling, late Elsie Karpinski, late...
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Peter G. Korbakes

March 16, 1928 - April 26, 2012

Peter G. Korbakes, 84, of Blue Island, owner of Korbakes Liquors, Korean War veteran, US Army. Cherished son of the late George C. and Stella nee Maniatis, beloved husband of Georgia nee Kotsiviras, loving father of George P. (Katherine), James P., Chris P. (Alexandra) and Steve P., proud grandfather of Peter G., Telemahos "Telly" G., Peter C., Stephanie R. and Johnny C., devoted brother of the...
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Virginia M Hackett

April 26, 1925 - April 24, 2012

Virginia M. nee Mergole, 86, of Olympia Fields, formerly a long-time resident of Blue Island. Beloved wife of the late Francis, preceded in death by her siblings; Louise (James) Pistello, Joseph, Caroline (Arthur) Milano, Emma Slives, Mary Ann Werner, Sylvia Centracchio and Mildred (Ralph) McMillen. Virginia leaves four generations of nieces and nephews to cherish her memory. Member of St....
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Alejandro Sarli II

January 5, 1953 - April 20, 2012

Alejandro Sarli II, 59, of Blue Island, loving father of Carla and Alexander Sarli, beloved son of Alejandro and Maria nee Resendez, dear brother of Roberto Sarli, Diana Mendez, Rosalinda Mendez and Juan Sarli and fond uncle of many nieces and nephews.
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Bertie Maher

January 27, 1937 - April 17, 2012

Bertie Maher nee Mayer, 75, of Posen, formerly of Blue Island, beloved wife of the late Gregory, loving mother of Jaci (Jim) Gaddis, Cathy (Jake) Cofer-Hines, Cari (Mike) Sachse, John (Becky) Diddens and the late Deborah (Joe) Cundari, cherished grandmother of five, devoted great grandmother of 2, dear sister of Janet (Jerry) Stange and Bill (Toni) Mayer.
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Roseann J. Heer

February 8, 1934 - April 13, 2012

Beloved wife of William C. Heer, loving mother of Daniel Heer, Mary-Jo (Darryl) Andersen and Joseph (Amanda) Heer, devoted grandmother of Darryl Andersen Jr., Jennifer Andersen, Tony Heer, Kendall Heer, Vinnie Heer, Violet Heer and the late Angelina Heer, dear sister of Joseph Spinazola and Sandra (Frank) Zaccagnino.
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Katherine S. Guindon

July 26, 1933 - April 11, 2012

Katherine S. Guindon nee Murphy, 78, of Blue Island. Beloved wife of the late Lenas, loving mother of Betty, Barbara and Brenda, cherished grandmother of Michelle Stoffle, William (Lori) Fanning and Theresa Philgren, adored great grandmother of Michael, Erica, R.J. and Jackson, sister of Billy, Betty June, Carl and the late Coy. In lieu of flowers, donations accepted for Katherine's special need...
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Margaret T. Mendez

October 3, 1928 - April 6, 2012

Beloved wife of the late Juan Mendez, loving mother of Dolores (Rigoberto) Trevino, Felipa (Abel) Nava, Trinidad (Laura) Mendez and Deena Mendez. Devoted grandmother of 15, sister of Viola Lopez.
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Mary L. Stevens

July 1, 1920 - April 4, 2012

Mary L. Stevens nee Duringer, 91, of Merrionette Park, formerly of Blue Island, beloved wife of the late John, loving mother of the late Kurt Stevens-Stigall, adored grandmother of Kim (Terry) Coffey and Sandy Beckmann, cherished great grandmother of Stephanie, Daniel, Brian, Jessica and Rachel, dear step-mother of Jim (Nancy) Stevens, devoted step-grandmother of Sean, fond sister of Harold ...
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Gertrude M. Schaefer

December 27, 1915 - March 21, 2012

OBITUARY: Gertrude Marie Schaefer nee Fredricksen, 96, of the Smith Village of Chicago, died Wednesday, March 21st. Surviving Gert are her sister Marian Smith of California and her brother-in-law Paul Erickson of Florida, as well as many nieces and nephews and their children. Gert was preceded in death by her husband Gerard Schaefer and her siblings William Fredricksen (Mildred), Herbert...
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Fidel Elizalde

April 24, 1948 - March 17, 2012

Fidel Elizalde, 63, of Blue Island. Beloved husband of Martha nee del Carmen Taboada. Loving father of Viridiana (Ruben) Alcaraz, Fernando, Rocio, Nidia and Fidel. Proud grandfather of Ruben Alcaraz IV and Alyssa Alcaraz. Dear brother of Augustin Gama, Maurilia Montalvo, Martha Jimenez and Fermina Elizalde.
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Patrick A. Nape, Sr.

September 2, 1946 - March 16, 2012

Patrick A Nape, Sr., 65, of Blue Island. Vietnam veteran of U.S. Army. Beloved husband of Mary nee Wallace and the late Christine nee Peterson. Loving father of Brian M. (Monica), Patrick Jr. (Toni), Meghan D'Amico, Sean Walsh, Bridget Walsh and Brendan Walsh. Proud grandfather of 12. Dear brother of the late James Jr., Henry (late Helen), Catherine (Charles) Black, late Janet (Howard) Farning,...
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Anna Mae Sessa

March 16, 1928 - March 13, 2012

Anna Mae Sessa nee Davidson, 83, of Orland Park, formerly of Blue Island. Beloved wife of the late Anthony J., loving mother of George W. (Johanna), Michael A. (Patricia) and Kathryn (Ivan) Peters, cherished grandmother of Alexander Sessa, Jeannine Peters and Daniel Peters, dear sister of the late Robert Davidson. Visitation Thursday, March 15, from 3pm to 9pm. Chapel prayers Friday, 9:15 am...
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Roberta A. "Toni" Bell

March 6, 2012

Roberta A. 'Toni' Bell nee Finigan, 72, formerly of Blue Island. Beloved wife of the late Robert Bell and former wife of James A. Downes. Loving mother of Robert (Colleen) Downes, Daniel Downes, and Thomas Downes, Jackie (Jonathan) Jobson and the late James P. Downes. Proud Grandmother of Ashielly, Shailley, Arianna and J.P. Devoted step-mother of 6. Cherished niece of the late MSGR Fr. ...
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