Obituaries

Donna Rae Froehner

Donna Rae Froehner

Jul 15, 2024

 Donna Rae Froehner, age 76, of Peotone, passed away on Monday, July 15, 2024, at her home surrounded by her girls. 

 She was born on November 30, 1947 in Manhattan, IL, the daughter of Lloyd and Muriel (Bringelson) Bisping. Donna married Ralph Froehner on November 2, 1974, at Immanuel United Church of Christ in Peotone. She worked as a hairdresser for...

Terrence P. Urbanek

Terrence P. Urbanek

Jul 10, 2024

 Terrence P. Urbanek, age 85, of Peotone passed away Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at Beecher Manor in Beecher, Illinois. Terrence was born August 24, 1938, in Gary, IN to the late Leo and Catherine (Murphy) Urbanek. Terrence worked as a Purchasing Agent at Brewer Sewing Supplies in Chicago until his retirement. Terrence was a US Army veteran.

 Terrence is survived by...

Duane Lorenz Temme

Duane Lorenz Temme

Jul 1, 2024

 Duane Lorenz Temme, 78, of Peotone, IL, passed away at home surrounded by his family on Monday, July 1, 2024. 

 He was born on July 3, 1945, in Kankakee, IL, to Lorenz and Ruth (Drecksler) Temme. Duane joined the United States Army in 1967-1971 and served in Thailand during the Vietnam War. He worked at Mobil Chemical/Pactiv for 32 years in...

Cynthia Louise Young

Cynthia Louise Young

Jun 30, 2024

Cynthia Louise Young, 53, of Lockport, Illinois, formerly of Peotone, IL, passed away unexpectedly in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on Sunday June 30th, 2024, after attending a concert of one of her favorite artists with a close friend.

Cindy was born on October 22nd, 1970, to John and Marlene Young in Kankakee, IL. Cindy graduated from Peotone High School before going on to...

Connie Sue Clausing

Connie Sue Clausing

Jun 30, 2024

 Connie Sue Clausing, age 75, of Peotone, passed away on Sunday, June 30, 2024, at her home.

 She was born on October 19, 1948, in Puxico, MO, the daughter of Virgil and Marie (Myers) Riney. She married Gary Clausing on September 8, 1988, in Las Vegas, NV. 

Connie was retired from Shapiro Developmental Center in Kankakee. She enjoyed boating and canoeing down...

Roger Dean Becker

Roger Dean Becker

Jun 25, 2024

Roger Dean Becker, age 65, of Peotone, passed away on Tuesday, June 25, 2024. He was born on January 31, 1959, in Joliet, IL, the son of Louis and Elda (Jahns) Becker. 

 Roger was a Peotone High School graduate, Class of 1976. He worked as a truck driver in Illinois and then relocated to Sparks, NV where he continued his driving...

Joanne Bettenhausen Krapf

Joanne Bettenhausen Krapf

Jun 22, 2024

 Joanne (Lahti) Bettenhausen Krapf, 95, of Manhattan, passed away on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at Riverside Miller Healthcare in Kankakee. 

 She was born on September 3, 1928, the daughter of John and Josephine Lahti. Joanne married William E. Bettenhausen. He preceded her in death in June 1968. Joanne married William C. Krapf on April 16, 1986. He preceded her in death...

Lisa Elizabeth Nietfeldt

Lisa Elizabeth Nietfeldt

Jun 8, 2024

     Lisa Elizabeth (Werner) Nietfeldt, age 58, of Peotone, passed away suddenly at home on Saturday, June 8, 2024.  Beloved wife of Kevin Nietfeldt, loving mother of Jacob Nietfeldt, treasured daughter of Ron and Joyce Werner; cherished sister of Jeff (Jennifer) Werner, Dave Werner, Andy (Suzie) Werner, and John (Jennie) Werner, fond daughter-in-law of Marge Soellner; esteemed sister-in-law of...

Janet E. Wehrmann

Janet E. Wehrmann

Jun 5, 2024

      Janet E. Wehrmann, age 65, of Peotone, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, June 5, 2024, at her home.

      She was born on April 26, 1959, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of Floyd and Shirley (Bruski) Rowley.

She married David L. Wehrmann on August 16, 1975, in Beecher, IL.  Janet formerly worked at various jobs over the...

Carolyn Rose Osborne

Carolyn Rose Osborne

May 28, 2024

           Carolyn Rose Osborne, age 89, of Manteno, formerly of Peotone, passed away on Tuesday, May 28, 2024, surrounded by her loving family.

          She was born on January 10, 1935, in Harvey, IL, the daughter of James Harold and Frances Martha (Sellin) Oliver.   She married James H. Osborne on January 5,...

William Otto Heintz

William Otto Heintz

May 21, 2024

          William Otto Heintz, age 85, of Peotone, passed away on Tuesday, May 21, 2024, at his home on Poplar Grove Farm in Peotone.

     He was born on May 9, 1939, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the son of the late William Rudolph Heintz and Sarah (Donanian) Heintz. He was a graduate of Central Bucks High School in...

Janice M. Schleicher

Janice M. Schleicher

May 19, 2024

 

      Janice M. Schleicher, age 70, of Bradley, IL, passed away at her home surrounded by her family on Sunday, May 19, 2024.  

      She was born on September 3, 1953, in Harvey, IL, the daughter of Frank and Elwanda (Brown) Swinford.  She married Edward A. Schleicher on February 13, 1982.   Janice was a member...

June Bernadine O'Flynn

June Bernadine O'Flynn

May 1, 2024

June Bernadine O’Flynn, aged 91, passed away on May 1, 2024, in her home. She was a well-loved mother, stepmother, Grandmother, Great Grandmother, friend and neighbor who will be missed by all.  June was born on June 15, 1932, in Chicago. IL to parents Marie (Barth) and William Thorsen.  She grew up with brother Dr William Thorsen on near northside...

Linda Sue Ward

Linda Sue Ward

Apr 27, 2024

Linda Sue Ward (Tenbrock), Peotone, IL, (formerly of Riverdale, IL,) passed away on April 27, 2024, surrounded by her loving daughters at the age of 70. Linda was born on June 9, 1953, to Charles and Dorothy and was the oldest of four children. She was a beloved figure of Peotone having worked in town throughout most of her years...

Joseph Draves

Joseph Draves

Apr 21, 2024

Joseph Draves, age 58, of Peotone, passed away peacefully at his home on Sunday, April 21, 2024.  

Joe was a hardworking, dedicated family man.  He leaves behind his beloved wife, Bonnie, and his son, Luke, who was the pride and joy of his life.

A Memorial Mass will be celebrated at St. Liborius Catholic Church, 71 W. 35th St., Steger, IL,...

Donald Dean Grove

Donald Dean Grove

Apr 21, 2024

Donald Dean Grove, age 86, of Peotone, IL, passed away on Sunday April 21st, 2024, in Bourbonnais, IL. 

Donald was born July 15th, 1937, in a farmhouse in Mode, IL to parents Durward and Helen Grove. He grew up a farmer with his large family of eight sisters and two brothers. Donald joined the Army in 1955 where he served two...

Philip J Stoner

Philip J Stoner

Apr 15, 2024

      With a heavy heart, we bid farewell to Philip “Phil” Stoner.  Born and raised in Peotone, IL, Phil’s heart belonged to the Windy City sports scene, cheering passionately for the Chicago Blackhawks and the legendary 1985 Chicago Bears.  Phil pursued studies in agriculture at the University of Illinois in Champaign-Urbana.   While outwardly reserved, those fortunate enough...

Rachel Annette Fox

Rachel Annette Fox

Apr 8, 2024

     Rachel Annette Fox, age 36, of Peotone, passed away on Monday, April 8, 2024, at Riverside Medical Center in Kankakee, IL.

     She was born on October 4, 1987, in Chicago, IL, the daughter of James Allan Sr.

and Donna (nee Schwer) Fox.  

     Rachel is survived by her mother, Donna Fox; her sister, Renée Fox Weaver (Kyle); her nephew,...

Dennis W. Broadbent

Dennis W. Broadbent

Apr 4, 2024

Dennis W. Broadbent, age 72, of Peotone, passed away on Thursday, April 4, 2024.  He was born on November 27, 1951, in Gary, IN, the son of Joseph and Elsie (nee Story) Broadbent.  

      Dennis is survived by his wife, Ellen (nee Judy) Broadbent of Peotone who he married on June 10, 1984, at Chapel in the Woods...

Marlynn S. Farmer

Marlynn S. Farmer

Apr 2, 2024

Marlynn S. Farmer, age 73 of Herod, IL passed away at home on April 2, 2024.

 

Marlynn and Glen met in the Christmas season of 1968 at the Ben Franklin Dime Store where she worked. She graduated from Bloom High School in 1969 and they got married on May 20, 1970. Marlynn was a Christian and enjoyed watching her brother-in-law’s church...