Thomas A. Roberts, of Mokena, IL, died at the age of 68 at Silver Cross Hospital, New Lenox, IL, on March 22, 2016. Tom was born on July 29, 1947 in Joliet, IL, to Carrol and LaVerne (Gunhouse) Roberts, who proceed him in death. He is survived by his beloved wife Mary L. (Schleder) Roberts, who he married on June 24, 1973; his children: Tom (Jorie) Roberts of Peotone, IL; David (Heidi) Roberts of McHenry, IL; Andrea (Jeremiah) Kelly of Mokena, IL; Melanie Haag of Mokena, IL; and Megan (Robert) Smith of Manhattan, IL. He was the loving grandpa to Gabrielle Roberts; Nicholas, Alexander, Olivia, Isaiah and Andrew Roberts; Emma, Wesley, Adrianna and Logan Kelly; and Caelen and Alan Haag. Tom was the BEST big brother to Jill (Don) Smagacz, Robin (Bob) White, and Karen (Frank) Redmann and loving uncle to MANY nieces and nephews. Tom was a life long Mokena resident, graduating from Lincoln-Way Central High School and receiving his Associates degree from Joliet Junior College. Tom was a 35 year employee of General Motors and an active and involved member of the Mokena United Methodist Church. Visitation will be Saturday, March 26, 2016 from 1-3 PM, with celebration of life immediately following, at Mokena United Methodist Chruch, 10901 W. LaPorte Rd., Mokena, IL 60448. If desired memorails can be made to Mokena United Methodist Church.
Mr. Thomas A. Roberts
Sr. Leonard Lorenzi OSM
Sister Leonard Lorenzi OSM, age 94, was called home on March 25, 2016. Survived by her fellow Mantellate Sisters Servants of Mary and her sister Fausta Pretto, nieces, nephewsand cousins. Sr. Leonard was a member of the Mantellate Sisters Servants of Mary for 73 years. Her ministries included Nursery and Kindergarten, Domestic and Sacristan work, Mistress of Novices, and care of Boarding School Children at Mother of Sorrows. Funeral Wednesday, March 30, 2016 Lying in State 10:00 AM until time of Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 AM at St. Benedict Catholic Church of Blue Island. Interment in St. Benedict Cemetery. Visitation to be held Tuesday, 3:00-8:00 PM, Vandenberg Funeral Home, 17248 Harlem Avenue, Tinley Park, IL. 60477. In lieu of flowers, memorials can be made to the Mantellate Sisters Servants of Mary, 16949 S. Drauden, Plainfield, IL. For information 708-532-1635 or www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com
Mr. Julian A. Soroka
Julian A. Soroka, age 18, late of Mokena, IL. Beloved son of John and Stacie Soroka. Loving brother of Jaden. Caring grandson of Mark Friberg, Ann (Bill) Kick and Samantha (Bill) Elio. Dear nephew and cousin to many. Julian dedicated his life to music; he was very talented at writing and producing music. Since his illness in January 2015, Julian has exhibited strength and grace. He was brave enough to talk about the unthinkable challenges he was facing and courageous enough to keep dreaming. His passion for writing music stayed with him throughout his life. Lying in State Saturday, April 2, 2016, 10:00 AM until time of Service 11:00 AM, at Trinity Lutheran Church 6850 W. 159th Street, Tinley Park, IL. 60477. Interment is private. Visitation Friday 3:00-9:00 PM, at Vandenberg Funeral Home 19604 Wolf Rd. Mokena, IL. 60448.
Suzanne M. “Sue” Borkowski
Title: Suzanne M. “Sue” Borkowski
Venue: Brady-Gill, Tinley Park / Tinley Park
Category: Obituaries
Date: April 1, 2016
Time: 3:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Suzanne M. “Sue” Borkowski, age 67. Together forever with her beloved husband Anthony “Tony” on March 28th. Loving mother of John (Sharon) and Dave (Schrie). Proud Granny of Amanda, Austin, Erik, Mitchell, Christopher, Zachary and Bryce. Devoted sister of Pam Pennington and DelRay (Kathy) Melvin. Also loved by many nieces and nephews. Sue will be dearly missed by her extended family serving in the US Armed forces. Visitation at the Brady-Gill Funeral Home 16600 S. Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park on Friday 3:00 to 9:00 pm. Service Saturday at 10:00 am. Entombment Holy Sepulchre Cemetery. Please omit flowers and make donations to St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, P.O. Box 1000, Dept. 142, Memphis, TN 38101-9908 appreciated. (708) 614-9900 or www.bradygill.com
Mr. John L. Patrick Jr.
John L. Patrick Jr. age 76 late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of the late Sandra nee Swart. Loving father of Ranea (Timothy) Breen, Mark Patrick, Denise Patrick, Seanne (Pat) Buckwalter, Kelly (Mark) Muehlnickel and Colleen (Rich) Lenart. Proud grandfather of Ashley, T.J., Michelle, Mark, Michael, Molly, Amanda, Charlie and Jake. Fond uncle of Pat and Mary. Funeral Wednesday April 13, 2016 9:30 AM from the Vandenberg Funeral Home 19604 S. Wolf Road Mokena, IL. 60448 to St. Mary Church Mass 10:00 AM. Interment is Private. John was a proud Army Veteran. In lieu of flowers donations to the Veteran Affairs. Visitation Tuesday April 12, 2016 from 3-9 PM. For information on services 708-479-1210 or www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com
Mark A. Tropp
Title: Mark A. Tropp
Venue: Brady-Gill, Tinley Park / Tinley Park
Category: Obituaries
Date: April 8, 2016
Time: 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Mark A. Tropp, age 39, suddenly, at peace with Our Lord on April 6th. Beloved son of Lawrence and Carol. Cherished nephew of Ronald Polzin, Edward (Donna) Tropp, Fred (Judi) Tropp, Bettie (Ron) Masunas and the late Paul (Linda) Tropp. Mark will also be dearly missed by his many cousins and his loving care taker Gerri Frostega. Funeral Saturday. 9:30 am from the Brady-Gill Funeral Home, 16600 S. Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park to St. George Church. Mass 10:00 am. Interment private. Visitation Friday 2:00 to 9:00 pm. (708) 614-9900 or www.bradygill.com
Ray F. Brush
Title: Ray F. Brush
Venue: Brady-Gill, Tinley Park / Tinley Park
Category: Obituaries
Date: April 13, 2016
Time: 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Ray F. Brush. Age 90, Formerly of Evergreen Park. US Marine Corps Veteran WW II and Korean War. Beloved husband of the late Judy. Loving father of Gregory (Eileen) Brush, Paul Brush and Roman Brush. Proud grandfather of Steven (Erica) Brush, Sara Brush, Kevin (Audra) Brush, Timothy Brush and Randi Brush. Cherished great grandfather of Hannah Marie, Jackson Rigby, Sawyer Grace, Gwendalynn Jean and the late Natalie Grace. Dear brother of the late Lucille (late Joseph), late Florence (late Lester), late Sabina (late Joseph) and the late Joseph (late Mildred). Also loved by many nieces and nephews. Visitation Wednesday 2-9pm at the Brady-Gill Funeral Home 16600 S. Oak Park Ave. Tinley Park, where services will be held on Thursday at 10:00 am. Interment Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery.(708) 614-9900 or www.bradygill.com
Ms. Julia A. Vanderweel
Julia A. Vanderweel nee Ustryzcki, born September 27, 1922. Beloved wife of 52 years to the late Peter A. Vanderweel. Wonderful mother of Janice (Ken) Rauch and James (Deb) Vanderweel. Loving grandmother of Jeff, Leanne (Wally) Seliga, Courtney (Don) Sohler and Bailey Vanderweel. Cherished great grandmother of Anna, Sydney, Caitlyn and Connor Seliga and Evelyn Sohler. Dear twin sister of Ann Mamak and younger sister Adele (Wally) Koza. Caring aunt to many nieces and nephews. A loving, appreciative lady who enjoyed crafts, cooking and spending time with family. She was preceded in death by her parents Mary & Karl and sister Helen and brothers Joseph, Gus and Ray. Funeral Saturday April 16, 2016, 9:30 AM at Vandenberg Funeral Home 19604 Wolf Road Mokena, IL. 60448 to St. Mary Church, Mass 10:00 AM. Interment to following in Holy Cross Cemetery. Visitation, Friday April 15, 2016, 3:00-8:00 PM. For information on services visit www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com or 708-479-1210.
Mrs. Helen Frances Sandy
Helen F. Sandy nee Eichinger age 88 late of Frankfort, IL. Beloved wife of the late Julius. Loving mother of Rick (late Rose) Sandy, Mark (Flo) Sandy, Larry (Debbie) Sandy, Scott (Mary) Sandy and Lisa (Ken) Graniczny. Proud grandmother of Amanda, Crystal, Matt, Sarah, Jacob, Joe, Kate, Kenny and Karol. Great grandmother of Wyatt, Lilli and Julius. Caring sister of Bill (Lil) Eichinger. Devoted daughter of the late Matt and Mary Eichinger. Funeral Thursday April 21, 2016 11:00 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home19604 S. Wolf Road Mokena, IL. 60448. Interment in Pleasant Hill Cemetery. Visitation Wednesday April 20, 2016 from 4-8 PM. For information on services 708-479-1210 or www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com
Mr. Donald Patrick Cantelo Sr.
Donald P. Cantelo Sr. age 71 late of Mokena, IL. Beloved husband of Janet nee Weber. Loving father of Dawn (Mark) Underhill, Tamara ( Robert) Leonard, Donald P. Cantelo Jr. and Nathan Burrs. Proud grandfather of Kirstein, Kyron, Zeke, Eli, Noah, Jillian and Madison. Caring brother of Raymond (Diane) Cantelo and Linda Ganser. Devoted son of the late Patrick and Frances (nee Del Boccio) Cantelo. Funeral Wednesday April 20, 2016 10:00 AM at the Vandenberg Funeral Home 19604 S. Wolf Road Mokena, IL. 60448. Interment in St. John’s Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday April 19, 2016 from 4-8 PM. For information on service 708-479-1210 or www.vandenbergfunerals.com
Thomas J. Ceska
Title: Thomas J. Ceska
Venue: Brady-Gill, Tinley Park / Tinley Park
Category: Obituaries
Date: May 3, 2016
Time: 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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Thomas J. Ceska. age 76, US Navy Veteran. Beloved husband and best friend for 57 years to Maureen. Loving father of Dawn (Donald) Kwiatkowski, Thomas R. (Rhonda) Ceska, Terrence Ceska, Irene (Fred) Schuttler and Maureen Mazzola. Proud grandpa of Tanya, Donald, Terry Jr. (Jessica), Steven (Melissa), Rachel, Michael, Nicole, Brianna, Matthew, Katelyn, Roger, Alexis and the late Jonathan T. Ceska. Cherished great-grandpa of Robert, Zachary, Alaina, Trevor, Carter, Madelynn and new baby Hunter James to be born in July. Devoted son of the late George and Marie Ceska. Fond brother of Virginia, Susie, Sally, Theresa, Penny, Chris and Richard. Fond uncle of many. Funeral Wednesday, 9:15 am from the Brady-Gill Funeral Home, 16600 S. Oak Park Ave., Tinley Park to St. Stephen Church. Mass 10:00 am. Interment Good Shepherd Cemetery. Visitation Tuesday 2 to 9 pm. (708) 614-9900 or www. bradygill.com.
Mrs. Mary Ellen Siano
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Mrs. Sylvia C. Shula
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Mr. Daniel J. Gill
Daniel J. Gill age 73 late of Tinley Park, IL. Loving father of Dan Jr. (Ikuko) Gill, Sue (Ray) Humphrey, Christopher Gill, Shannon (Joe) Schmidt, Mary (Tim) Stanley, Matt Gill and the late Joseph and Timothy Gill. Proud grandfather of 14. Devoted son of the late Owen and Florence Gill. Caring brother of Nancy (late Darwin) Shipman and Cheryl (Gregg) Pember. Fond uncle of many nieces and nephews. Funeral Friday May 13, 2016 9:30 AM from the Vandenberg Funeral Home 17248 S. Harlem Ave. Tinley Park, IL. 60477 to St. George Church Mass 10:00 AM. Interment in Chapel Hill Gardens South. Memorial Visitation Thursday May 12, 2016 from 3-8 PM. For information on services 708-532-1635 or www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com