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Jack L. Stees

Jack L. Stees

Jan 27, 2025

Obituary is loving written by his family.

Jack Leroy Stees, 81, of Oswego, Illinois, passed away on January 27, 2025, at Rush Copley Hospital in Aurora.

Jack was born July 9, 1943, to Wallace Leroy Stees and Laura Ada Howanstine in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. He grew up in a small town in central Pennsylvania where his...

Maricela Orozco

Maricela Orozco

Jan 18, 2025

Maricela Orozco of Naperville, IL, passed away at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago, IL, surrounded by her loving family. She was born on September 29, 1975, in Laredo, TX.

Maricela is survived by her devout and beloved children: Jazmine Yvette Rocha, Alicia Nicole Rocha, Jonathan Sebastian Piceno, and Ethan Alessandro Piceno; her cherished sister, Maria Orozco; and...

Margaret "Marge" Garling

Margaret "Marge" Garling

Jan 18, 2025

Margaret "Marge" Garling, 92, of Morris, passed away Saturday, January 18, 2025 at Serenity Estates of Morris with her family by her side.

Visitation will be Wednesday, January 22, from 10:30am until 11:30am at First Baptist Church in Morris, 1650 W Route 6, Morris, IL 60450. A funeral ceremony will follow at 11:30am, at the church, with...

Joseph John Wrobel

Joseph John Wrobel

Jan 17, 2025

Joseph John Wrobel, aged 74, of Aurora, Illinois, passed away peacefully surrounded in love by his wife and daughters on January 17,2025. Joe was Born on March 5, 1950, in Chicago Illinois to the late Eugene "Iggy" and Arlene (Zeschke) Wrobel of Chicago, Illinois.

Joe was a graduate of Kelly High School, class of 1968 and after...

Richard C. "Sam" Moore

Richard C. "Sam" Moore

Jan 14, 2025

Richard C. Moore, know as "Sam" to those who knew him. Age 91, at rest January 14, 2025, at Jennings Terrace, Aurora, IL.

He was born in Brooklyn, New York August 23, 1933, the son of the late Charles and Jennie (nee Tichio) Moore. After graduating from New Utrecht High School in June 1951 he began a...

Armilene Clemens

Armilene Clemens

Jan 12, 2025

Armilene Clemens, a remarkable woman who touched the hearts of everyone she met. As we reflect on the 85 beautiful years she graced this earth, we remember her as a loving wife, devoted mother, cherished gramie, and a friend to many.

Armilene passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025, surrounded by the warmth and love of her...

Jeffrey Lorin Hoch

Jeffrey Lorin Hoch

Jan 11, 2025

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Jeffrey Lorin Hoch of Oswego, IL, who was a beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother, uncle, and friend. Jeffrey, was born on February 5, 1959, in Aurora, Illinois, left this world on January 11, 2025, in Oswego, Illinois, at his home.

A roofing contractor, who owned his...

Lori Jean Shryock

Lori Jean Shryock

Jan 9, 2025

Lori Jean Shryock, of Montgomery, IL passed away on January 9, 2025, at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, IL. Lori was born in Aurora, IL on March 23, 1959, the daughter of Ronald and Lois (Evans) Simon.

Lori grew up in Oswego, Illinois, and attended both Oswego High School and East Aurora High School. She...

Reverend William A. Kucenski

Reverend William A. Kucenski

Jan 4, 2025

Rev. William A. Kucenski went to his heavenly home with Jesus on January 4, 2025, at the age of 98.

He was dearly loved by Doris his wife of 75 years, his eight children and their spouses, Robert (Jean) Kucenski, Daniel (Susan) Kucenski, Michael (Diane) Kucenski, William II (Susan) Kucenski, Sharon (Steve) Watkins, Jeanne (Robert) Krumwiede, Joanne...

Gail A. Secor

Gail A. Secor

Jan 1, 2025

Gail Arleen Secor, 82, of Oswego, IL died peacefully at OSF St. Joseph Medical Center in Bloomington, IL on January 1, 2025.

She was born in Chicago, IL on July 18, 1942, to Father William Yokas and Mother Ruth Compton.

Gail attended grade school at Mayfair Elementary School in Chicago, IL; Middle School at Schaumburg...

Kelly James Corcoran

Kelly James Corcoran

Dec 30, 2024

Kelly James Corcoran, aged 60, of Oswego, Illinois, passed away peacefully at home on December 30, 2024. Born on July 21, 1964, in Oak Park, Illinois, Kelly was the youngest son of the late William "Corky" and June Corcoran of Wheaton, Illinois.

Kelly was a devoted husband to Tracy (Coniglio) Corcoran, with whom he shared 31 wonderful...

Shirley Ann Wilcox

Shirley Ann Wilcox

Dec 27, 2024

Obituary was lovingly written by her family.

Beloved Mother and Grandmother Shirley Ann Wilcox Age 78, continued her eternal journey with the Lord on December 27th, 2024. Shirley was born to Mildred Faust on June 29th,1946 in Johnson City,TN. She Resided in Ottawa,IL. Shirley was a Devoted, Kind and Selfless Loving Mother,Grandmother and Friend. She was a...

Thomas Owen Veller

Thomas Owen Veller

Dec 27, 2024

Thomas Owen Veller, age 80, of Aurora, IL, passed away on Friday, December 27, 2024 at his residence.

Born on July 20, 1944, in Chicago, Illinois, Thomas lived a life filled with passion, dedication and a zest for the joys of family and community.

Thomas was the cherished son of John and Ruth Veller who...

Marianne Elizabeth Hyatt

Marianne Elizabeth Hyatt

Dec 24, 2024

Marianne Elizabeth Hyatt, beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully on December 24, 2024, just two days shy of her 78th birthday. Born on December 26, 1946, in Chelsea, Massachusetts, she was the daughter of William and Helen Lynch. Marianne's life was full of love, creativity, and a commitment to caring for others.

Marianne's professional journey...

Julee James Coughlen

Julee James Coughlen

Dec 23, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the passing of Julee James Coughlen, who departed this world on December 23, 2024, at the age of 53.

She was born on January 22, 1971, in Dixon, IL, Julee was a cherished daughter, beloved wife, devoted mother, and a friend to many. She leaves behind a legacy of...

Barbara G. Mittelstaedt

Barbara G. Mittelstaedt

Dec 22, 2024

Barbara Genevieve Mittelstaedt, beloved wife, mother, grandmother, and friend passed away at the age of 86, the evening of December 22, 2024.

Barbara was born on May 26, 1938 in Chicago, IL to Stanley S. Kierna and Genevieve J. Kierna.

Barbara and her husband, Bill, were high school sweethearts and were married for 47 years....

Rev. Michael Edwin Obenauer

Rev. Michael Edwin Obenauer

Dec 21, 2024

Rev. Michael Edwin Obenauer, age 74, of Yorkville, IL, peacefully passed away on Saturday, December 21, 2024 in the comfort of his home.

Michael was born March 31, 1950 in McLaughlin, SD, the son of the late Edwin and Wilma Barbara Dockter Obenauer.

Michael's path to ministry was shaped by his years of study at...

Anna Marie  Giovenco Leganski

Anna Marie Giovenco Leganski

Dec 20, 2024

Anna Marie Giovenco Leganski was born in Chicago, IL March 16, 1952. Her mother Sonia N. Giovenco was a homemaker. Her father Thomas J. Giovenco owned a service station on Lake and Morgan in Chicago.

Anna attended grade school at St. Michael's and completed high school at St. Benedicts. She participated in golf and bowling leagues while...

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