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Larry Ray Dickinson

Larry Ray Dickinson

Dec 7, 2022

Larry Ray Dickinson, age 56, of Oswego, IL, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, December 7, 2022 at Advocate Bolingbrook Hospital.

He was born November 3, 1966 in Houston Texas.

Larry was an avid guitar player and lover of all things music from dancing, listening, playing and singing karaoke. He enjoyed a game of pool and...

Richard G. Austin

Richard G. Austin

Dec 4, 2022

Richard G. Austin, retired MAJ General (IL), passed away peacefully surrounded by family at home on Sunday, December 4, 2022.

He was born September 20, 1948, in Springfield, IL, son of Otis and Lora nee Dove Austin.

General Austin served in the United States Marine Corps from 1965-1969. He served in the Republic of Vietnam...

Richard Andrew Sierzega, Jr.

Richard Andrew Sierzega, Jr.

Dec 2, 2022

On December 2, 2022, Richard Andrew Sierzega Jr., age 50, passed away peacefully surrounded by his loving family.

He was born in Chicago on June 9, 1972, the son of Richard Andrew Sierzega Sr. and June Kutak.

Rich is survived by his wife and best friend Sarah, "his boys" Andrew and Matthew, mother June, sisters...

Ellen Fay (Jurs) Butkus

Ellen Fay (Jurs) Butkus

Nov 28, 2022

On November 28, 2022, Ellen Fay (Jurs) Butkus was called home to meet her Creator after a long and joy filled life.

What she loved most about that life were the people: husband of 48 years Alexander, son Matthew, daughters Abigail and Gwendolyn, grandchildren Charlie and Owen, daughter in-law Lisa {Johnson) Butkus and brother Jeffry Jurs. Ellen...

Marilyn Marie Meyers

Marilyn Marie Meyers

Nov 26, 2022

Marilyn Marie Meyers, 92, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, November 26, 2022.

Marilyn was born on April 23, 1930, in Chicago to George and Marie Boivin.

She attended St. Charles Borromeo Catholic Grammar School and graduated high school from Thornton Township. After high school she worked as a bookkeeper for a local furniture...

Michael Edward Janis

Michael Edward Janis

Nov 25, 2022

On November 25, 2022, Michael Edward Janis, beloved husband, devoted father, cherished brother, and

much-admired friend, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family.

Michael was born April 17, 1948, in Chicago, Illinois. He graduated from York High School in Elmhurst,

Illinois in 1966.

Michael earned his B.A. in Education at Northeastern...

Dillon Ryan Jennings

Dillon Ryan Jennings

Nov 22, 2022

Dillon Ryan Jennings, age 28, passed away suddenly on November 22, 2022.

He was born May 16, 1994, in Furth, Germany, the son of Brian and Anne Nee Lipkin Jennings.

He was a graduate of Oswego East High School, class of 2012. Dillon entered into bootcamp at the age of 17 and proudly served in...

Denise Ann Hemann

Denise Ann Hemann

Nov 21, 2022

Denise Ann Hemann, age 59, of Sheridan, IL passed away Monday, November 21, 2022 at her residence.

She was born August 30, 1963 in Aurora, IL, the daughter of Norman and Lois nee Michaelson Hemann.

Denise worked as a cook at Pizza Hut in Yorkville, IL. She loved to work as a parking attendant for...

Christine M. Sourwine

Christine M. Sourwine

Nov 18, 2022

The world lost a loving, caring and wonderful human being on November 18, 2022. Christine M. Sourwine, age 53, passed away at her residence surrounded by her devoted family. She was born June 23, 1969, in Harvey, IL, daughter of Dennis T. Bleau and Celeste O'Brien.

For many years Christine worked in sales, advertising, and marketing, she...

Ben Yee

Ben Yee

Nov 17, 2022

Ben Yee 69, of Oswego, IL peacefully passed away on November 17, 2022 at home surrounded by loved ones.

Ben was born in China on April 30, 1953.

Ben worked at Caterpillar in the engineering Dept. until his retirement. He loved playing volleyball, soccer, and enjoyed gardening. He especially enjoyed watching his grandchildren's soccer games....

Charles R. Starks

Charles R. Starks

Nov 16, 2022

Charles R. Starks, age 93, of Montgomery, IL, peacefully passed away on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at Jennings Terrace in Aurora, IL.

He was born July 17, 1929 in Verona, IL the son of Thomas O. and Anna Mae nee Hart Starks.

Charles farmed and drove truck his entire life until his retirement. In his...

Mandy Marie Kerbs

Mandy Marie Kerbs

Nov 16, 2022

Mandy Marie Kerbs, age 46, of Montgomery, IL passed away suddenly on Wednesday, November 16, 2022, at her residence.

She was born May 20, 1976, in Chicago, IL.

Mandy is survived by her mother Margaret R nee Evoshevich Kerbs, three sisters Deborah Kerbs, Donna Kerbs, Misty (Zane) Miskiewicz, two brothers Donald (Mary Beth) Kerbs, Jr.,...

Nicholas Paul Bliss

Nicholas Paul Bliss

Nov 10, 2022

Nicholas Paul Bliss, age 36, of Montgomery, Illinois tragically passed away on November 10, 2022.

He grew up in different suburbs of Chicago, Illinois (Bolingbrook, Montgomery, and Batavia).

He started his career in healthcare where he met his beautiful wife, Angelica. Nicholas and Angelica were blessed with their daughter Bella Luna and fur baby Cookie....

Vicenta Velazquez

Vicenta Velazquez

Nov 9, 2022

Vicenta Velazquez, age 98, at rest peacefully on Wednesday, November 9, 2022, at home surrounded by her loving family.

She was born January 22, 1924, in Robstown, Texas, the daughter of the late Justo and Demetria (nee Morales) Sanchez.

She is survived by three loving children Carlos (Patricia) Velazquez, Esmeralda Ortiz and Fermin and Ines...

Mary Trikolas

Mary Trikolas

Nov 8, 2022

Mary Trikolas, age 83, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, at her home with her family.

She was born on November 26, 1938 in Asea, Greece to the late Peter and Pamela (Georgalas) Lambropoulos.

She was a fearless immigrant who came to America to create a better life for her family and married...

Nancy Lee Cummins

Nancy Lee Cummins

Oct 31, 2022

Nancy Lee Cummins, age 84, of Oswego, IL, peacefully passed away with her loving family by her side on Monday, October 31, 2022 at Accentcare & Hospice of Naperville, IL.

She was born December 23, 1937 in Hinsdale, IL, the daughter of Leon Lawrence and Mildred Elizabeth nee Dexter Larson.

Nancy worked as a teacher's...

Norma J Rambow

Norma J Rambow

Oct 30, 2022

Norma J. Rambow, age 85, originally from Naperville, IL passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on October 30, 2022, at the Reserve at Oswego memory care facility.

She was born November 22, 1936, to the late Raphael and Laura nee Schumacher Raab in Elmhurst, IL.

Norma had one older sister, Blanche. Norma was...

Thomas Anthony Salazar

Thomas Anthony Salazar

Oct 30, 2022

Thomas Anthony Salazar age 37 died on Sunday, October 30, 2022.

He was born on July 8, 1985 in Moline, Il.

Tom went to Boulder Hill Elementary, Traughber Junior High and Oswego High School.

He was a big sports fan and followed the Chicago Cubs, Bears, KC Chiefs, Bulls and Blackhawks. He loved...

Christopher G. Benjamin

Christopher G. Benjamin

Oct 29, 2022

Christopher G. Benjamin, age 52, husband of Beth (nee Billa) Benjamin. father of Jacob and Joshua Benjamin; son of Judith (nee Parhad) and the late Albert Benjamin; brother of Karen Benjamin; son-in-law of the late Judith and Leonard Billa; nephew to many aunts and uncles, and cousin to many.

Celebration of Life Saturday, November 12, 2022, 12...

Norma Hilda Diaz

Norma Hilda Diaz

Oct 26, 2022

Norma Hilda Diaz Ayala, age 59, of Aurora, IL died suddenly on Wednesday, October 26, 2022, at her residence.

She was born October 6, 1963, in Durango, Mexico.

She is survived by her husband Modesto Diaz, a daughter Marissa Diaz, a son Mario Diaz, two grandchildren Serena and Jacob Diaz, her mother Aurora Ayala, six...

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