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Priscilla J. (Mitzit) Moore
Age 58, died 3:25 p.m., Monday June 24, 2002 in Swedish American Hospital, Rockford. born July 18, 1943 in Joliet, IL. Daughter of John and Marcella Nicholson. Lived the past 4 years in Rockford coming from Lockport, IL. married to Curtis Moore in Lockport on September 26, 1998. She was a member of Spring Creek Congregational Church, UCC where she also served as lay worship leader, and member of the Caring Ministry. Longtime member of First Congregational Church, UCC, of Lockport where she served as a Stephen Minister. Earned Associate of Arts degree in Culinary Arts.
She is survived by her husband, Curtis, Machesney Park. Her parents, John and Marcella Nicholson of Joliet. Daughters, Adrienne (Mike) West, Seattle, WA; Elissa (Roger) Knutsen, New Lenox, IL; Terry (Stephen) Bozarth, Davis, IL; Tina Brown, Loves Park. Sons, Kevin (Denise)Mitzit, LaGrange, IL; Maj. Curtis (Christine) Moore II, Virginia Beach, VA; Tom Moore of Roscoe, 10 grandchildren. Sisters, Charmaine Ann Grant and Camille Elizabeth Nicholson. Brothers, John and Daniel Nicholson. Her uncle, Ernest Nicholson of Joliet, IL.
Services 2:00 p.m., Thursday June 27, 2002 in Spring Creek Congregational Church, UCC, with Rev. Dr. Michael Simmons assisted by Joanne Buss, Minister of Church Life, officiants. Entombment in Sunset Memorial Gardens. Visitation from 5:00 to 8:30 P.M., Wednesday June 26, 2002 in SUNDBERG FUNERAL HOME LTD., 215 N. 6th St., Rockford. Friends may also call at the church on Thursday, 1 hour prior to services.
Anna Theresa Pohlers,
Anna Theresa Pohlers, 95, of Ocala, FL, formerly of Davenport died Friday, June 26, 2002 at 1:00 pm at the Runge Mortuary. Visitation will be from 11-1 on Wednesday at the funeral home. Burial will be in Memorial Park Cemetery, Davenport. Memorials may be made to the Salvation Army, Davenport, Iowa.
Anna was born January 29, 1907 in Davenport to Anton and Caroline (Reihman) Weinman. She married Julius Herman Pohlers on September 21, 1929 in Joliet, IL, he preceded her in death on September 30, 1985.
She was a homemaker.
Anna is survived by sons; James J. Pohlers, Ocala, FL, Paul W. Pohlers, Wildwood, MO, 4 grandchildren, 7 great grandchildren, 2 great great grandchildren, sisters, Emily Fels and Marie Calihan both of Amana, IA, numerous nieces and nephews. Anna was preceded in death by son, Lee Pohlers, brother, William Weinman, and her parents.
William D. Preble
Age 78, passed away Tuesday, June 25, 2002 at his late residence. born in Kinderhook, IL and a resident of Joliet the past 45 years. Retired from Boilermakers Union Local #1 in 1985. Member of Grace United Methodist Church. A World War II U.S. Navy Veteran serving in the Asiatic-Pacific Theater. A supporter of the V.F.W. and American Legion.
Surviving are his loving wife of 57 years, Barbara (Kilmer) Preble of Joliet; five children: Gail Bjeckich of Joliet, Christopher (Pam) Preble of Shorewood, Ann (Dwight) Wernecke of Alexandria, VA, Sue Whyte of Hoffman Estates and Lynn (Daniel) Pavnica of Carol Stream; twelve grandchildren: Mandy (Eric) Robertson, 2nd Lt. Melissa Bjekich, Tracy Bjekich; Kelly, Dana, Eric and Brian Wernecke; Justin and Erin Whyte; Kevin, Jozef and Kristyn Pavnica; one great-grandson, Max Robertson.
He was preceded in death by one daughter, Jean Marie Preble; two sisters and one brother.
Funeral Services for William D. Preble will be Saturday, June 29, 2002 at 10:00AM at the funeral home chapel. Rev. Barbara Good officiating. interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Memorials to the American Diabetes Association or charity of your choice would be appreciated. Visitation Friday, 2-4 and 6-8PM at:
FRED C. DAMES FUNERAL HOME
3200 Black at Essington Roads
Charlotte B. Schulze
Of Minooka, IL, formerly of Plainfield, IL. died Sunday, June 23, 2002 at her home. She was born in Long Island, New York.
Survived by her daughter, Heidi (Gerald) Nelson of Minooka, IL. Two sons, Peter Schulze of Minooka, IL, and Paul (Martia) Schulze of Kearns, Utah. Three grandchildren, Carl Schulze, Megan Nelson, and Kyle Nelson.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Frederick.
Charlotte had retired from Wicks Lumber after 20 years of service and was a member of the Abundant Life Lutheran Church in Plainfield. She enjoyed working in her flower gardens in her spare time.
Memorials to the American Diabetes Association, 30 N. Michigan Ave., Suite 2015, Chicago, IL 60602 or Abundant Life Lutheran Church, P.O. Box 589, Plainfield, IL 60544, would be appreciated. A Prayer Service will be held on Wednesday, June 26 at 8:00 p.m. in the funeral home. Interment will be private. Visitation will be Wednesday, June 26 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m. at:
OVERMAN-JONES FUNERAL HOME
Corners of Rt. 59 and 30
Plainfield, Illinois 60544
David L. Shiffer "Uncle"
Age 51. At rest Saturday, June 22, 2002 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center.
Survived by his loving wife of 29 years, Cheryl A. (nee Crook); children, Damon M. (Fiancee, Kathe J.), Erin K.M, Marti G. Shiffer; his mother, Luella I. Shiffer; grandchildren, Rebecca K. Gilmore, Payton M. Shiffer, Baby Shiffer, October 9, 2002, Cassandra E. and Kendall M.; sisters, Sharon (Tom) Grimes of South Bend, IN, Susanne (Al) Prodehl Forst, and Mercia M. (Ron) Veronda. Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins and his extended family at Vito's on Broadway.
Born in Joliet. Preceded in death by his mother, Catherine (nee Keca) and father, Willis G. Shiffer.
Employed as a mechanic at E.J. and E. Railroad. Veteran U.S. Army.
In lieu of flowers, contributions to the American Heart Association will be appreciated.
TEZAK FUNERAL HOME
1211 Plainfield Rd, Westside
Joliet, IL
From where Chapel services will be held Thursday, June 27 at 10 AM. VISITATION and VIDEO TRIBUTE Wednesday 2 to 8 PM. Inurnment Abraham Lincoln Cemetery.
William N. Spencer
Age 87, passed away on Sunday, June 23, 2002 in Las Vegas, NV.
He was a U.S. Navy World War II Veteran. Retired from Caterpillar.
Preceded in death by his first wife, Clara B. Spencer (1985) and his second wife, Cosby J. Spencer (1995), his parents, Perry and Sallie (nee Oswalt) Spencer; his sister, Yvonne Holliman; brothers, Joseph, Artie and Sid Spencer; and one grandchild.
He is survived by his children, Cherry (Roy) Robinson, Quincy (Joyce) Spencer, Laverne (Clarence) Weber, Newton W. (Marie) Spencer, Patsy (Larry) Lounsbury, Henry (Vicki) Spencer, Myra (Don) Peckenpaugh and Sally Underhill; 20 grandchildren and 27 great-grandchildren; and his sisters, Verona Henderson, Carrie Hood, Eloise Holliman and Clauson Chism.
Funeral services will be held at the First Baptist Church of Channahon, IL., on Friday, June 28, 2002 at 10 a.m. Interment at Hills of Rest Cemetery, Joliet, IL., with Military Honors. Visitation Thursday at Westwood Memorial Chapel, Joliet, from 4 to 8 p.m.
WESTWOOD MEMORIAL CHAPEL
Jefferson St. at Essington Rd.
La'Keshia Shreese Anderson
Age 26, passed away Sunday, June 24, 2001 as a result of an automobile accident. La'Keshia was born January 16, 1975. Lived her whole life in the Joliet, IL area. Attended Joliet Public Schools. She was employed at Sam's Club.
Survived by her two sons Floyd Faint Jr. and Ja'Vontae W. Gray. Her loving parents Doris M. Booker and Buster Lee Anderson. Two brothers, Kevin N. Booker, Sr. and Dennis Anderson. Three sisters, Darnise, of Atlanta, GA, Betty of Florida, and Bobbi of Joliet, IL. Also survived by aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, cousins and friends.
Services will be held Friday, June 29, 2001 at 7:00 p.m. at the New Canaanland Missionary Church, 225 E. Clinton. Pastor Lonnie E. Posley, Sr. officiating. Visitation will be Friday 2-4 p.m. at the funeral home and 6:00 p.m. at the church. Interment Saturday, leaving from the funeral home at 10:00 a.m. to the Elmhurst Cemetery.
MINOR-MORRIS FUNERAL HOME
112 RICHARDS ST.
Richard A. Berg
Age 87, of Braidwood, Thursday, June 28, 2001 at the Illinois Veterans' Home in Manteno. Arrangements will run in Sunday edition.
R.W. PATTERSON FUNERAL HOME
389 E. Main St., Braidwood, IL
Charles Bokuniewicz
Age 61, passed away June 27, 2001 at his residence in Romeoville, IL.
Survived by his loving wife, Peggy Bokuniewicz. Beloved father of Donna (Rick) Smith, Cathy Ann (Jim) Brissette, Diana (Roddy) Gonzalez, and C. Michael Bokuniewicz. Loving grandfather of Randy, Valerie, Derrick, Roddy Alan, and Juliann. Brother of Billy (Sue) Bokuniewicz, Janie (Nick) Giordano, and Valerie (Alan) Brown.
Preceded in death by his parents, Julius and Lillian Bokuniewicz.
Visitation Thursday from 2-9 p.m. at the Anderson Memorial Chapel, 606 Townhall Dr., Romeoville, IL. Funeral Friday, June 29, 2001 at 11:00 a.m. in the funeral home chapel. Interment Resurrection Cemetery, Romeoville, IL.
Anderson Memorial Chapel
606 Townhall Dr.
Romeoville, IL
Marie Bostjancic (nee Viscum)
Age 82. At rest Wednesday June 27, 2001 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center, suddenly.
Loving mother of Joe (Deb), Nichola, Nancy and Mark (Yoko) Bostjancic. Dearest grandmother of Jason (Jami), Daniel, Jordon Bostjancic; two sisters, Anne (Andy, deceased) Jonish and Angie (Lee, deceased) Horwath; sister-in-law, Florence (Matt, deceased) Viscum. Also survived by numerours nieces, nephews and cousins.
Preceded by her husband, Joseph A. Bostjancic (1992); parents, Nicholas J. and Mary (nee Novotny) Viscum; two sisters, Olga Zierman and infant Jean; three brothers, Matt, Joe and Bobby Viscum.
Marie was born in Joliet, resided in Rockdale. Member of Catholic Womens Club of St. Joseph Rockdale Church and Cantigny Post Ladies Auxilary #367.
TEZAK FUNERAL HOME
1211 Plainfield Rd., Joliet
From where services will be held Saturday June 30, 2001 at 10:30am to St. Joseph Church Rockdale for a Mass of Christian burial at 11am
Interment St. Joseph Cemetery.
Visitation Saturday morning from 9am untill time of services.
Evelyn O. Farmer (nee Weidner)
Age 66. Passed away Tuesday, June 26, 2001 at Provena St. Joseph Medical Center after a courageous battle with cancer. born June 21, 1935 in Freeport, MN, she has been a longtime Joliet resident. She was a loyal and devoted manager of the cafeteria at Washington Junior High School for over 33 years. She also enjoyed her part time passion as a representative for the Chicago Little People, where she made many dear friends. Evelyn looked forward to her yearly trips at the family gatherings in Minnesota. She was a proud grandmother who received great joy from spending time with her beloved grandchildren, attending all of their functions and events. Coming from a family of 17, Evelyn's strong family values will continue to live on in her three daughters.
She was a loving mother of Kimberly Ann Weber of Joliet, Susan Dawn (Rick) Hofer of Channahon and Julie Lynn (Rich) Sitar of Martinton, IL. Devoted grandmother of Megan, Katelyn and Jacob Hofer, Jeremy and Jon-Michael Holmes and Brian and Amanda Sitar. Loving sister of 16. Fond aunt of numerous nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her parents Herman and Marcella Weidner and three siblings.
"God said you will be born on the first day of summer because you will bring sunshine and happiness to all who know you."
Funeral services for Evelyn O. Farmer will be Saturday, June 30, 2001 at 9:15 a.m. from the West Chapel to St. Paul the Apostle Catholic Church for a mass of Christian burial to be celebrated at 10:00 a.m. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park. Visitation Friday 2-8 p.m. at:
FRED C. DAMES WEST CHAPEL
3200 Black at Essington Rds.
Sara Ann Machak (nee Blackburn)
Age 69, of Joliet, June 27, 2001 peacefully, reunited with Christ to join her heavenly family surrounded by her four children at her side.
Survived by her loving husband of 42 years Albert P. Machak, four children; Mary Catherine (E.J.) Foody of Tampa, FL, Michael Edward of Nashville, TN, Daniel Joseph of Joliet, and Laura Ann (Paul) Hart of Tampa, FL; beloved Grammy of Victoria Leslie Foody and Edmund Joseph (Trey) Foody of Tampa; sister of James A. Blackburn of Joliet, sister-in-law of Mary Jean Blackburn, Helen Watson, John Machak, Lorraine Slaughter, Ed Krizmanic and Mae Machak. Numerous nieces, nephews and cousins also survive.
Preceded in death by her parents William H. and Cleo Mary Blackburn, and two brothers Dr. William H. and Robert E. Blackburn.
Born in Joliet, Sara graduated from Joliet Township (Central) High School and St. Joseph School of Nursing, specializing in Pediatric Nursing. Her nursing career included many years at the Joliet Medical Group, she was a private duty nurse for Bishop Romeo Blanchette, and also a nurse at Morris Pediatrics. She was very involved in her children's lives including 4H, Cub Scouts, dance, and numerous school clubs, projects, and activities. Sara courageously faced the struggles in her life including caring for her husband Albert who suffers with Alzheimer's Disease, and the heart disease that claimed her life. Sara's children wish to thank everyone for their prayers, cards and support through this most difficult time.
Funeral Mass of Christian Burial at 11:00 a.m. on Saturday, June 30, 2001 at St. Mary Nativity Church. Interment St. Mary Nativity Cemetery. In lieu of flowers, the family kindly requests that donations be made to the Alzheimer's Association. Visitation Friday 3-8 p.m. at:
BLACKBURN-LANAGAN FUNERAL HOME
24300 S. Ford Rd.
(Channahon-Minooka Blacktop)
Angeline D. Olson (nee Korelc)
Age 91, of Godley, IL, passed away Wednesday, June 27, 2001 at Heritage Manor in Dwight, IL.
Born August 29, 1909 in Joliet, IL to the late John and Agnes (Kurtman) Korelc. Employed as a Nurse's Aide at the Saint Joseph Hospital in Joliet, IL for 25 years, retiring in 1970. Member of the St. Joseph Catholic Church in Joliet, the Rosarian Club, and the Godley Park District Senior Citizens. She enjoyed bowling, cooking, baking, and family gatherings.
Surviving are two daughters, Gloria Van Winsen of Godley and Charlene (Kenneth) Hand of Winigan, MO; three sons, Joseph Olson, Jr. of Rockdale, IL, James Olson of Godley, and Paul Olson of Joliet; numerous grandchildren, great-grandchildren and great-great-grandchildren; one brother, Jerry Korelc of Lemont, IL; and several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by her husband, Joseph Tord Olson, Sr.; two sons, Thomas and John Olson; a grandson, Kenneth Hand, Jr.; and several brothers and sisters.
Funeral services will be held at the R.W. Patterson Funeral Homes, Ltd., Braidwood Chapel, Monday, July 2, at 10:00am with Rev. Steve Bondi officiating. Interment Woodlawn Memorial Park in Joliet, IL. Visitation will be Sunday, July 1 from 2-4 and 6-8pm.
R.W. PATTERSON FUNERAL HOMES, LTD.
389 E. Main, Braidwood
