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Gary J. Watts
Aug 23, 2019
Gary J Watts of Oswego, IL, born October 23, 1951 danced into the next life at the young age of 67 years on August 23, 2019. Preceded in death by his father John Watts and mother Louise Watts. His legacy lives on in his wife of 47 years, Karen (Andree) Watts, his daughter Jennifer Watts (Sally Hines), son Zachary Watts,...
Jesus Ocasio
Aug 22, 2019
Jesus Ocasio, age 54 of North Aurora, IL died on August 22, 2019 at Amita Health Medical Center. He was born on September 6, 1964 in Aurora, IL, the son of Luis and Maria Ocasio. He enjoyed the outdoors camping, riding his motorcycle, and playing Dominos. Jesus also enjoyed watching sports; he was a Chicago Bears and Cubs fan. He...
David E. Kubkowski
Aug 15, 2019
David E Kubkowski, age 56, of Sandwich, IL died suddenly on Thursday, August 15, 2019. He was born October 22, 1962 in Chicago, IL the son of the late Donald V and Joanne V nee Ladzikowski. David is survived by his daughter Heather (John) Torres, three grandchildren Nathan, Alaina and Margaret Torres; two brothers Donald (Cindy) Kubkowski , Daniel (Rose)...
Corinne R. Forbes
Aug 13, 2019
Corinne R. Forbes age 96 of Bristol, IL died Tuesday, August 13, 2019 at Hillside Rebah. & Care Center in Yorkville, IL. She was born March 2, 1923 in Anna, IL. the daughter of the late Lester and Flora nee Lott Pitts. Corinne is survived by her daughter Loretta (Doug) Schmidt of Somonauk, IL; three grandchildren Diana Schmidt, Doug "DJ"...
Kelly A. Tuntland
Aug 10, 2019
KELLY A. TUNTLAND October 7, 1959 - August 10, 2019 Kelly Ann Tuntland, 59, went home to be with the Lord Saturday morning, August 10, 2019. She passed peacefully in her home surrounded by family. Kelly was born October 7, 1959 in Galesburg, IL to Howard & Shelia (Holt) Summerson. Kelly was a graduate of Newark Community High School, class...
Edward Ready
Aug 9, 2019
Edward Ready passed away on August 9, 2019. He was born May 19, 1932 to Edward C. and Leona Ready in Savanna, Illinois. He was a Mooseheart graduate and a Caterpillar retiree. He is survived by his wife Lena, and two children. Daughter Sherry (Steve) Michael and son Mark (Christal) Ready. Five grandchildren: Jason Michael, Ryan Michael, Kyle Michael, Jacob...
Edna V. Smithey Hill
Jul 31, 2019
Edna V. Smithey Hill, age 82, of Oswego, IL, went home to the Lord on Wednesday, July 31, 2019. She was born December 2, 1936 in New Albany, MS., the daughter of the late Earl C. and Essie P., nee Crumpton Smithey. Edna was a member of 1st Presbyterian Church in Aurora, IL. She worked as a nurse's aide, and...
Carole Lynn Chapman
Jul 28, 2019
CAROLE L. CHAPMAN March 16, 1949 - July 28, 2019 Carole Lynn Chapman, 70, of Sheridan passed Sunday night, July 28, 2019 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Carole was born March 16, 1949 in Hinsdale, IL. to Ivan Roger & Lola Beth (Dutter) Hunt. She was joined in marriage to Harlo Guy Chapman on August 19, 1973...
Ralph Peter Diederich
Jul 27, 2019
Ralph Peter Diederich, 90, of Montgomery, IL. passed away peacefully, on July 27, 2019 at Rush- Copley Medical Center in Aurora, IL. Ralph was born on October 20, 1928 in Aurora, IL, the son of the late John and Elizabeth nee Molitor Diederich. Ralph proudly served his country in the US Army. After his service, Ralph worked as a Sheet...
Maritza Cazares
Jul 26, 2019
Maritza Cazares was born on February 15, 2000 in Aurora, IL. She gained her wings on Friday July 26, 2019 at only 19 years old. Maritza was taken from us at a young age. She was a happy person who was always smiling; in fact her smile was extremely contagious. She enjoyed soccer as well as hanging out with friends....
Sharon Ann Vannice
Jul 24, 2019
Sharon A. Vannice January 25, 1945 - July 24, 2019 Sharon Ann Vannice, 74, of Sheridan passed Wednesday afternoon, July 24, 2019 at Valley West Community Hospital. Sharon was born January 25, 1945 in Dearborn. MI. to Raymond & Virginia (Schmidt) Vannice. She married Albert William Vannice at the Sheridan United Methodist Church on March 5, 1970. Albert passed September...
Daniel "Dan" James Fish
Jul 18, 2019
Daniel (Dan) James Fish, a devout Christian and family man, has passed away unexpectedly, but peacefully, at his home in Plainfield, IL on July 18th, 2019 at the age of 61. Daniel is survived by his wife Kathryn (Kathy) Fish, his children Patrick Fish (Kathryn), Joseph Fish (Alison), Anne Marie Fish (Tyndale), Andrew O'Connor, and his grandchildren Maddie Fish and...
Maria Concepcion Martinez
Jul 18, 2019
Maria Concepcion Martinez, age 72, of Aurora, IL, peacefully passed away on Thursday, July 18, 2019 at Rush-Copley Medical Center in Aurora, IL. She was born March 25, 1947 in Mexico, the daughter of the late Genaro Hernandez Bolaños and Maria de La Luz Martinez. She is survived by her children Bobby Robbins, Jose de Jesus Diosdado, Samuel Contreras, Jr.,...
Mary "Joyce" West
Jul 13, 2019
Mary "Joyce" West, 78, of Yorkville formerly from Aurora, IL. Passed away peacefully in her sleep, on July 13, 2019 surrounded by her children's love. Joyce was born on July 9, 1941 in Clarkston, KY a daughter to Mary Jane Blair. Mary Jane married Oavie T. Sims when Joyce was three years old and he quickly became her dad and...
Lorraine E. Wojcieszek
Jul 12, 2019
Lorraine E. Wojcieszek, age 85, of Oswego, IL, peacefully passed away with her family by her side at her daughter's residence on Friday, July 12, 2019. She was born November 23, 1933 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of the late Alexander "Alex" and Charlotte "Lottie" (nee Zalewski) Wozniak. Prior to her retirement, Lorraine worked as a nurse. She was very...
Jacqueline Jean Gaskill
Jul 9, 2019
Jacqueline Jean Gaskill, age 88, of Plainfield, IL, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, July 9, 2019. Jackie was born on April 23, 1931, in Cedar Rapids, IA. She was the eldest of 10 children of John A. & Mayme B. (Jindrich) Steyne. Jackie graduated from Roosevelt HS in Cedar Rapids, IA. On November 4, 1949, she married her high school...
James Dennis (J. D.) Allen
Jul 8, 2019
James Dennis (J.D.) Allen, 92, of Placida Florida, formerly of Sheridan, IL. passed Monday, July 8, 2019 in Englewood, FL. He was born August 17, 1926 in Harrisburg IL. He was joined in marriage to Mildred Katherine Greenrod on June 20, 1948 in Ledford, IL. They moved to Sheridan in 1952 and he began working at Caterpillar Tractor Company in...
Helen M. Greenrod
Jul 6, 2019
HELEN M. GREENROD May 25, 1930 - July 6, 2019 On Saturday, July 6, 2019, this lady who walked each day by faith was called home by God to reap the rewards of her faith and perseverance. Helen was born May 25, 1930 in Goreville, IL. to Orville & Anna (Howell) Futrell. She was married to William "Bill" Greenrod on...
Beatrice Martinez
Jul 5, 2019
Beatrice "Betty" Martinez, 56 years, of Aurora, IL died Friday, July 5, 2019 at University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System in Chicago, IL with her family at her side. She was born May 11, 1963 in Aurora, IL. She was employed at Michaelson in Geneva, IL, Rush-Copley Hospital in Aurora, IL and a Loyola Hospital in Maywood, IL...
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