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Obituaries

Thursday, May 23, 2013

Daniel Lee Walsh, 81, Wrote Poetry and Worked as an Accountant

A gathering of family and friends for Daniel Walsh will be held on Saturday, May 25 at 11 a.m. until a memorial service at 3 p.m.

Daniel Lee Walsh, 81 years, of Montgomery, IL died Monday, May 20, 2013 at his residence surrounded by his loving family. He was born October 11, 1931 in Valparaiso, IN the son of the late Melford Lee and Lois Ada nee Beehler Walsh.  Dan attended Valparaiso and Ball State University attaining a degree in accounting. After moving to Aurora, IL in 1961 he went to work as an accountant, in quality control at Stephens Adamson and Aurora Bearing Co prior to his retirement in 1996.   Dan is survived by his wife of 61 years Sharon Kay nee McHugh; three children Mark (Sandy) Walsh of Oswego, IL, Kim (Mary) Walsh of Oswego, IL, Dana (Jeffrey) Linden of Montgomery; eight grandchildren Ryan (Melissa) Walsh, Corey (Kelly) Walsh, Brandon (Sarah) Walsh…

Wednesday, May 22, 2013

Michael Collins Peterson, 45, Passed After an Auto Accident

A gathering of family and friends will be held on Thursday, May 23 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Michael Collins Peterson, 45 years, of Yorkville, IL died, as a result of injuries sustained in an auto incident, on Tuesday, May 21, 2013 at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, IL. He was born November 17, 1967 in Aurora, IL. Mike was a member of the Class of 1986 of Oswego Community High School.  He went on to the carpentry trade within the area building many different structures and creating furniture to behold. Mike is survived by two daughters Nicole (Eric Johansen) Peterson of Yorkville, IL, Emily Peterson of Clinton, IL; a grandson Eric "EJ" Johansen, Jr.; his parents Paul and Donna Benson of Oswego, IL, three sisters Ronda Karnuth of Montgomery, IL, Brandy (Jay) Wolf of Aurora, IL, Michelle (Ben) Thrall of Montgomery…

Joel Gonzales, 45, Passed After Battling Liver Disease

A gathering of family and friends for Joel Gonzalez will be held on Friday, May 24 from 3 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Joel Gonzales, 45, of Montgomery, IL, passed away on Saturday, May 18, 2013 due to complications from end stage liver disease.  He was born April 9, 1968 in Aurora, IL, the son of Jose F. and Maria N. Gonzales.  Joel attended East Aurora High School.  He worked for the Kane County Clerk’s office, where he enjoyed being the Alternative Language Coordinator.  Joel was a true and real friend.  He was a stand-up guy that you could depend on to help you when you needed him.  He loved the White Sox and reveled in their World Series Championship in 2005, as well as the Blackhawks Stanley Cup win in 2010.  He was also an avid fan of the Bulls and Bears.  Joel enjoyed cooking and made the best salsa ever.  But most of all and importantly, Joel …

Monday, May 20, 2013

Barbara Annette Loomis, 83, was a Member of the Oswego Presbyterian Church

Visitation for Barbara Loomis will be on Tuesday, May 21 at 9:30 a.m. followed by a memorial service at 11:30 a.m.

Barbara Annette (Munson) Loomis, 83 years, of Oswego, IL, peacefully passed away on May 16, 2013 at Bickford Cottages of Oswego.  She was born July 28, 1929 in Waltham, IL, the daughter of the late Arthur and Clara Munson.  Barbara grew up on a farm in Waltham, IL and graduated from Mendota High School.  She was united in marriage to Richard Loomis on April 7, 1956.  She and her husband moved to Oswego in 1958 where they raised their family.  She was a member of the Oswego Presbyterian Church. Barbara is survived by her children, Jim Loomis of Plano, IL, Ann (Mark) Cotter of Naperville, IL, Jane DeMont of Sandwich, IL, David Loomis of Sandwich, IL, grandson, Ryan Cotter of Naperville, IL, sister Louise Robinson of Peru, IL, and many nieces…

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Judith Ann Detzler, 73, Worked at Boulder Hill Elementary

Visitation for Judith Detzler will take place on Friday, May 17 at 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Funeral services will be held on Saturday, May 18 at 11 a.m.

Judith Ann Detzler, 73 years, of Oswego, IL died Tuesday, May 14, 2013 at Rush-Copley Medical Center in Aurora, IL after a valiant battle against pulmonary arterial hypertension. Judy was born September 9, 1939 in Aurora, IL the daughter of the later Oscar Charles and Nellie Grace nee Ferris Weiss. Judy was a life member of the Church of the Good Shepherd, Lorraine Chapter #70 Order of the Eastern Star and Oswego American Legion Post #675 Auxillary in Oswego, IL. She attended and graduated from the Oswego Community Schools and went on to work many years in the cafeteria of the Boulder Hill Elementary School. Judy is survived by her husband James K “Jim” Detzler, a son Donald (Lynn) Detzler of Oswego, IL, four grandchildren, Gracie Detzler …

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Our Thoughts & Prayers are with the Detzler Family. May Judy Detzler Rest in Peace. Go with God.   more ›

Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Barbara Anne Paul, 72, was a Guidance Counselor in Fox Valley Area

Private family graveside services will be held for Barbara Paul.

Barbara Anne Paul, age 72, of Aurora, IL formerly of Montgomery, IL died Sunday, May 12, 2013 at Jennings Terrace in Aurora, IL.   She was born July 21,1940 in Chicago, IL, the daughter of the late Leonard and Rose nee Mocarski Cieslak.  Prior to her retirement she was employed as a guidance counselor at IVVC in Sandwich, IL, Rosary High School in Aurora, IL, as well as well as in Newark, IL, Naperville, IL, and Royal Oak, MI schools.   She had also served on the Oswego Library District board. She is survived by her daughter Ellen Paul, grandson Riley Evan Odehnal.  She was preceded in death by her husband Norman Paul, Jr.  Private family graveside services will be held.  Memorials may be directed to the Norm Paul Memorial Scholarship Fund…

Tuesday, May 14, 2013

Dorothy J. Frahm, 84, Passed Away on May 11

Private family services for Dorothy Frahm will be held at a later date.

Dorothy J Frahm, age 84, of Aurora, IL died Saturday, May 11, 2013 at Jennings Terrace in Aurora, IL.  She was born July 20, 1928 in Chicago Heights, IL the daughter of the late James and Hattie nee Sorgenfri Strickler.        Dorothy enjoyed her time participating in activities at Jennings Terrace during her residency there.      She is survived by her son Paul (Kathy Anderson) Frahm of Oswego, IL, grandchildren Kristina Frahm of Salisbury, MD and Paul Frahm Jr of Oswego, IL.  She was preceded in death by her husband Harley Frahm, a sister and brothers.  Private family services will be held at a later date. Cremation was accorded the wish of the family followed by burial at Skyline Cemetery in Monee, IL.  Memorials may be directed to …

Sunday, May 12, 2013

Robert E. Berkland, 88, Served in the US Army During World War II

A gathering of family and friends will be held at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 13 until the funeral service at 11 a.m.

Robert E Berkland, 88 years, of Oswego, IL died suddenly on Wednesday, May 8, 2013 at Rush-Copley Medical Center in Aurora, IL. He was born January 11, 1925 in CHicago, IL the son of the late Hogan Konraden and Mabel P nee Phillips Berkland. He served his country honorably with the US Army during World War II in the European Theatre. He had worked as an automobile mechanic for many years prior to his retirement. Survivors include his wife Margaret "Rose" nee Hoffman Berkland, five daughters Barbara (Gary) Holtman of Oswego, IL, Nancy Campbell of Florence, AZ, Beth Kontos of Fort Meyers, FL, Vicki (Craig) Bower of Plano, IL, Lori (Dale) Weisshaar of Oswego, IL; four sons Ed Berkland of Oswego, IL, William (Margie) Berkland of Plainfield, IL…

Thursday, May 9, 2013

Michael Thomas Slott, 65, was the Owner of Jay Berwanger Inc. for 30 Years

A gathering of family and friends for Michael Slott will be held on Saturday, May 11 at 10 a.m. and a funeral will follow at 1 p.m.

Michael Thomas Slott, 65 years, of Oswego, IL died Sunday, May 5, 2013 at Rush-Copley Medical Center in Aurora, IL. He was born April 9, 1948 the son of Thomas R and Lorraine E nee Liszewski Slott. Mike attended the University of Norte Dame and Northern Illinois University attaining a B.S. in finance. He was the owner/manufacturer representative for Jay Berwanger Inc of Downers Grove, IL for 30 years. Mike is survived by his wife of 39 years Jean E nee Olson Slott, daughter Amy Slott of Oswego, IL, son Jason Slott of Plainfield, IL, sister Susan (Craig) Casino of Winfield, IL, four brothers Donn Slott of St Charles, IL, John Slott of Triumph, IL, Richard Slott of Louisburg, KS, Dennis (Maureen) Slott of North Barrington, IL, many nieces …

Wednesday, May 8, 2013

Jennie R. Dicks, 90, Enjoyed her Weekly Bunco Group and Dancing

Visitation for Jennie R. Dicks will take place on Thursday, May 9 from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Jennie R Dicks, 90 years of Montgomery, IL died Saturday, May 4, 2013 at Lakewood Nursing & Rehabilitation Center in Plainfield, IL.  She was born April 7, 1923 in Chicago, IL the daughter of the late Phillip and Lenora nee Giacalone Vinci. She is survived by her husband Clayton (Whom she married on June 29, 1947 at Our Lady of Pompeii in Chicago, IL), her siblings Lydia (John) White of Romeoville, IL, Gloria (Larry) Wiercioch of Plainfield, IL, Charles (Linda) Dicks of Bolingbrook, IL, Richard (Shelly) Dicks of Crown Point, IN; eight grandchildren Katrina, Laura, Jennifer, Laura, Paul, Brian, Nicole and Joseph; several great grandchildren, nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by a brother Joseph Vinci. When a member at St Mary’s …

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