Elizabeth A. Taylor
Jan 29, 2026
Elizabeth A. Taylor, age 88, formerly of Oak Forest, IL, passed away on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Citadel of Bourbonnais.
She was born on January 13, 1938, in Zionsville, IN, the daughter of Russel and Mildred (Eudaly) Kekar. She worked as a longtime legal secretary for a Chicago law firm. Elizabeth was a member of Christian Hills Church of Orland...
Joseph L. Ladislas
Jan 28, 2026
Joseph “Joe” Ladislas, 79, of Peotone, passed away peacefully at home on January 28, 2026.
Joe was born on June 30, 1946, in Harvey, Illinois, and graduated from Thornton Township High School in 1965. Shortly thereafter, he was drafted into the United States Army, where he served his country honorably. He was discharged and started a career as a maintenance worker...
Kimberly A. Smith
Jan 28, 2026
Kim Smith, 68, passed away peacefully at her home early Wednesday morning, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on November 22, 1957, to Bill and Joyce Fitzpatrick, Kim grew up with a deep appreciation for family, kindness, and simple joys. She married her high school sweetheart, Joey Smith, on March 30, 1976, beginning a lifelong partnership filled with devotion and laughter.
Kim...
Kenneth Hartsfield Sr.
Jan 27, 2026
Kenneth Hartsfield Sr., 78, of Peotone, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on January 27, 2026.
Ken was born on May 18, 1947, and was a graduate of Bremen High School, Class of 1965. He proudly served in the United States Army during the Vietnam War. Ken was also a longtime resident of Matteson, Illinois, before later residing in Peotone.
On July...
Nora M. Johnson
Jan 22, 2026
Nora M. Johnson, age 84, of Peotone, IL, passed away on Thursday, January 22, 2026, at her home.
She was born on September 21, 1941, in Sterling, IL, , the daughter of Henry and Vernice (Eikenberry) Weaver. Nora grew up in Tampico, IL and graduated from Tampico High School and then earned her bachelor’s degree at Western Illinois University. She married...
Susan M. Minette
Jan 21, 2026
Susan M. Minette, age 82, of Peotone, formerly of Chicago, passed away on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at Citadel of Bourbonnais.
She was born on May 30, 1943, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Wilbur and Marion (Ziegner) Oberheide. Susan was a graduate of Carl Schurz High School and North Park University both in Chicago, IL. She was the former owner...
Shirley N. Steck
Jan 8, 2026
Shirley N. Steck, age 80, of Monee, passed away on Thursday, January 8, 2026, at Franciscan Health Olympia Fields.
She was born on July 30, 1945, in Harvey, IL, the daughter of Shirley and Leona (Black) Cadieux. Shirley enjoyed horses, painting and other artwork, cars, antiques, and especially spending time with her family.
She is survived by her husband, Frank Steck Jr....
Audrey June Soucie
2026
With faith and love, we announce the peaceful passing of Audrey June Soucie (née Wilke), born July 31, 1933, of Peotone, Illinois, into the arms of the Lord. She was a devoted wife, a loving mother, cherished grandmother, and great-grandmother whose life reflected grace, compassion, and quiet strength, leaving a lasting light in the hearts of all who knew her.
She...
Loretta M. Scheffers-Krestel
Dec 30, 2025
Loretta May Scheffers-Krestel
Loretta M. Scheffers-Krestel, age 90, of Orland Park, IL, ascended into the loving arms of Jesus Christ, her savior, on Tuesday, December 30, 2025.
Loretta was born on May 4, 1935, in Richland County, WI, to Gerald and Waunita (Glick) Keys. She had four siblings- three brothers, Guy, Merlin and Gerald, Jr. and one sister, Geraldine. Loretta found love...
Mona Mae Cantone
Dec 14, 2025
Mona Mae (Guritz) Cantone
Mona M. Cantone, age 88, of Peotone, passed away on Sunday, December 14, 2025. She was surrounded by the love and comfort of her family.
Mona was born on February 15, 1937, at St. James Hospital in Chicago Heights, IL to Milford and Marie (Westenfeld) Guritz. She was baptized and confirmed at St. Luke’s United Church of Christ...
Pamela L. McCready
Dec 5, 2025
Pamela L. McCready, age 80, of Crete, IL, passed away on Friday, December 5, 2025, at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox, IL.
She was born on October 8, 1945, in Milwaukee, WI, the daughter of the late Robert and Lucille Strybis. She married Terry McCready on August 4, 1967, in Olympia Fields, IL. Pam was an avid golfer and enjoyed...
Ronald I. Coursey
Dec 4, 2025
Ronald I. Coursey age 69 of Peotone, Illinois passed away Thursday December 4,th 2025.
Ronald was born September 3,1956 in Cairo, Illinois to the late Ivan and Delores (Crippen) Coursey.
On May 23, 1981 in Crete, Illinois he married Cathy J. Skinner.
For 28 years Ronald “Elwood” Coursey was a Deputy (retired) of the Will County Sheriff’s Office.
In addition to his parents, he...
Michael J. Weglowski
Nov 3, 2025
Michael J. Weglowski, age 85, of Peotone, IL, passed away on Monday, November 3, 2025, at his home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on September 29, 1940, in Blue Island, IL, the son of Joseph and Helen Weglowski. He was the owner of Jay’s Auto Supply. Michael was a U.S. Army Korean War Veteran and a member of...
John B. Rue
Oct 8, 2025
John B. Rue, age 76, of Peotone, passed away peacefully on October 8, 2025, at Riverside Hospital in Kankakee surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on February 25, 1949, in Casey, IL, the son of Alonzo “Buck” and Alice (Ripple) Rue, the 6th of 13 children. He married Nancy Rukes on June 11, 1967, in Casey, IL. Always a...
Donald L. Artman
Oct 2, 2025
Donald L. Artman, age 89, of Bourbonnais, formerly of Monee, went home to bewith the Lord on Thursday, October 2, 2025, at home surrounded by his loving family.
He was born on May 6, 1936, in Champaign, IL, the son of Loyde and Verna (Ruder) Artman. He married Myrna Frahm on June 26, 1955, at Zion Lutheran Church in Crete, IL,...
Mildred Honsbruch
Sep 28, 2025
Mildred Honsbruch, age 98, of Kankakee, formerly of Peotone, passed away peacefully surrounded by her family on Sunday, September 28, 2025, at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee, IL.
She was born on July 13, 1927, on the family farm in Rich Township to Henry and Frieda (Blume) Steinborn. She was baptized, confirmed, and married at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Matteson,...
Russell Klipp
Aug 28, 2025
Russell Klipp, 90, of Peotone, IL passed away peacefully on Thursday August 28, 2025. He was born October 11, 1934 on the family farm in Peotone, IL, the oldest child of Robert W. and Isabelle (Hauert) Klipp.
Russell married Geraldine Bruens on September 4, 1954. She survives. He is also survived by sons, David (Carol) and Allen Klipp, three grandchildren and...
Erika Margarete Price
Aug 25, 2025
Erika Margarete Price (née Artelt), 91, of Peotone, Illinois, passed away peacefully on August 25, 2025.
She was born on May 1, 1934, in Freiburg, Germany to Herbert Johann Artelt and Helene Margaret Pistol Artelt. Erika’s early years were shaped by the upheavals of World War II. Her father, Herbert, spent time as a prisoner of war in Italy before returning...
Peter Michael Claxton
Aug 5, 2025
Peter Michael Claxton, age 47, of Peotone, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Tuesday, August 5, 2025, at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee, IL
He was born on November 5, 1977, in Harvey, IL, the son of Dennis and Patricia (Kapocius) Claxton.
Peter is survived by parents, Dennis and Patricia Claxton; his seven siblings, Michelle (Fred) Knap, Suzy (Don) Karas,...
Jerome A. Stack
Jul 28, 2025
Jerome A. Stack, age 71, of Chebanse, IL, passed away on Monday, July 28, 2025,
at Illinois Veteran’s Home in Manteno, IL.
He was born on September 15, 1953, in Danville, IL, the son of the late Donald and Rita (Kramer) Stack. Jerome was a United States Marine Corp Vietnam era veteran and held the the rank of Sargeant. He worked as...
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