Joseph P. Smith, 69, of Park Forest, IL passed away the evening of September 18th after a brief stay at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL. Joseph was born in Evergreen Park, IL on December 25, 1951 to Charles and Lorraine Smith (nee Barbeauld) of Chicago, IL. One of five children, he was raised in the Roseland neighborhood of Chicago, attending St. Willibrord Catholic School (Class of 1969). He graduated from Lewis University in 1973 with a degree in education, and Northern Illinois...

Jo Rinaldo J Maurizi, 85, passed away peacefully on September 10, 2021. Beloved husband of the late Rena M (nee Giannetti) Maurizi, loving dad of Ronald (Las Vegas, NV) and Jean (Lockport, IL).  Dear grandpa of Renee Wayner. The cherished son of the late Emidio and Mary (Vitelli) was born January 20, 1936 in Chicago Heights, Illinois. Fond brother of Robert (Helen) and preceded in death by sister Louise Tribo and three brothers John, Louie, and Elio Maurizi. Mr. Maurizi has been a...

Rose Alexandria (Frazier) Lodge affectionately known as Rosie, Red, Grammy, and Ms. Rose was born to Earl Matellus & Susie (Lowrey) Frazier on February 13, 1929. She was the fifth child of eight Alexander, (Earl & Clarence who passed as children), Pauline Lewis, Rose, Robert, Leon, and Emmet.  Rose was the last surviving sibling.  Due to Susie Frazier’s untimely death, Rose at the tender age of 7 along with her sister Pauline...

Carmelita Mae Arnold passed away on August 20, 2021. Daughter of Albert Oneroad and Alice Wellington Oneroad was born in Greenwood, South Dakota. Both of her parents and older sisters, Margaret and Marcella, passed before her.  She is survived by her sons Cameron, Christopher (spouse Katie Angsten-Arnold), and Rob (spouse Lisa Sprigler Condon); niece Felicia; grandchildren: Piper, Zach, Sean, and Taylor.  Carmelita was a Registered Nurse and retired Uro Partner...

Nieves E. Mendoza, 102, passed away at Franciscan Olympia Fields Hospital Friday August 13, 2021. She was born August 5, 1919 in Venado, SLP, Mexico; daughter of Juan and Sebastiana Rodriguez. In her younger days, Nieves would enjoy making tamales and selling them. In later years she enjoyed reading the bible, crochet, doing word search but most of all she enjoyed spending time with family and friends. Nieves is survived by 3 sons; Macario (Dora), Hector (Rosa), Pedro (Karla) and a daughter...

Frederick E. Blacksmith, 71, of Park Forest, passed away suddenly Sunday August 1, 2021. He was born June 5, 1950 in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, son of Byron and Vera Jean (Miller) Blacksmith. Fred was a pastor for 22 years and very involved in all aspects of the Church.  He enjoyed drumming, shooting hand guns, rifles and shot guns, playing and listening to music, but most of all he enjoyed spending time with friends and family; especially his grandchildren. Fred is survived by his wife...

Robert W. Willford, 75, of Lombard, passed away at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove Wednesday July 28, 2021.  Bob was born January 6, 1946, son of Ervin and Delores (Ward) Willford. Bob was employed at Fermilab for over 18 years as the training manager. He received his Bachelors degree from Quincy College and his Masters degree from Loyola. Bob enjoyed music, was member of  church choir, loved pets, staying in touch with old friends, but his passion was his family;...

Richard Luke “Chauncey” Fox, 55, of Park Forest, passed away July 24, 2021 in Marshall, IL. He was born March 29, 1966 in Chicago, IL. , son of Thomas and Sheila (Fagan) Fox. Rick was self- employed construction contractor for over 35 years. He enjoyed Music, playing several instruments including the harmonica and drums, etching, riding horses, motorcycles, old western movies, but most of all spending time with family and friends. He was a fine man, husband, friend and brother....

William Ames “Bill” Borth left this world on July 9, 2021.  Born February 2, 1959, he was preceded in death by his parents Louise Winifred Borth (née Ames, b. Markesan, Wisconsin) and Paul Frederick Borth (b. Sheboygan, Wisconsin).  Bill was a lifelong resident of Park Forest, having graduated from Rich East High School in 1977.  He attended Bradley University and completed a BA in Anthropology at Roosevelt University in 1984.  During his studies there...

David Schneid, 75, of Matteson, passed away July 5, 2021 at Generations of Applewood of Matteson. He was born November 24, 1945, son of William and Harriet (Karczewski) Schneid. He was employed at Calument Steel as a roller operator for over 30 years. Dave enjoyed reading and model railroading. He is survived by his wife of 40 years, Paulette, a brother Thomas (Karen). 2 nephews; Mark (Jennifer ) Schneid, Douglas Schneid and a neice, Allison (Mike) Lutz. Services for Dave will be scheduled...