Ronald W. Smiles Jr.
Oct 14, 2026
Ronald Wayne Smiles Jr.
“Ronnie” • “Bulldog”
February 16, 1969 – October 14, 2026
A Hero Never Forgotten. A Defender for All. A Heart of a Lion. With hearts overflowing with love, profound sorrow, and everlasting gratitude for a life so extraordinarily lived, we announce the passing of Ronald Wayne Smiles Jr., affectionately known to all as “Ronnie” and proudly known as “Bulldog.”...
John F. O'Keefe
Oct 5, 2026
John (Jack) F. O’Keefe
March 18, 1948 – October 5, 2026
John passed away peacefully with his daughters by his side after a long battle with Multiple Sclerosis and Trigeminal Neuralgia.
Survived by his loving daughters Joanne (Ed) Tomczuk, Jenny (Al) Ziegler, Jill (Sully) Dirilten, 7 grandchildren and 2 great-grandchildren.
Dearest “Buzzy” of Jackie (Cal) Trock and Bonnie Klimas. Uncle “Buzz” to several nieces...
Myrna Lee Czajkowski
Oct 3, 2026
Myrna Lee Czajkowski
“Cookie”
(Nee Blasing)
Born: October 23,1947
At Rest: October 3, 2026
Age 78, of Lockport, passed away peacefully on Saturday, October 3, 2026. She was a lifelong resident of Lockport, a community where she proudly graduated from Lockport Township High School, Class of 1965, and where she built her beautiful life and raised her family. Myrna lived a life filled with love,...
Kimberly A. Bruining
Sep 30, 2026
Kimberly Ann Bruining (nee Demsko) was born on October 23, 1968, in Chicago, Illinois, and passed away on September 30, 2026, surrounded by her loving family. Kym was the beloved wife of Robert for 30 years, the adoring mother of Hailey, David, and Jeffrey, the devoted daughter of the late Patricia and Gene Demsko, the dearly loved daughter-in-law of Fred...
Conrad A. Pomorski
Sep 18, 2026
Age 93, of Lockport passed away peacefully at the Lightways Hospice inpatient unit in Joliet on Friday, September 18, 2026. Born in East Chicago Indiana, lived in Hartford, MI, Burbank, IL, Orland Park, IL, Leesburg, FL, and a resident of Lockport, IL since 2005. A proud United States Korean War Army Veteran. A dedicated Machinist for Union Local # 126...
Billie L. Dennis
Sep 16, 2026
Billie L. Dennis
Age 86, of Plainfield passed away unexpectedly but peacefully on Wednesday, September 16, 2026. Born and raised in Oblong, IL moved to Joliet in 1972, lived in Lockport for 38 years, and currently resided with his loving granddaughters in Plainfield. Retired from Waste Management after 45 years of dedicated service. He also worked at Truck and Bus Towing...
James J. Twohill
Sep 10, 2026
James John Twohill, age 66, passed away suddenly on September 10, 2026, leaving behind a lifetime of love, service, friendship, and memories that will be cherished by all who had the privilege of knowing him.
Jim was born on June 18, 1960, in Chicago, Illinois, and grew up in Burbank, Illinois. He attended Reavis High School, where he was student body...
Donald R. Hartdegen
Sep 6, 2026
Donald R. Hartdegen
Age 94, of Tempe, AZ, formerly of Lockport, IL passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 6, 2026. Born in La Grange, IL, lived in Lockport, IL for many years before moving to Tempe, AZ. A proud United States Marine Corps Korean War Veteran. Donald was an engineer for International Harvester for many dedicated years; he also worked for...
Mary LaVon Barrett
Sep 4, 2026
Mary LaVon Barrett
(nee Froehlich)
Age 97, of Aurora, formerly of Hinsdale, IL passed away peacefully on Friday, September 4, 2026. LaVon loved learning and was an exceptional student throughout her life. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degree in Chemistry at Mundelein College and went on to complete her Master’s Degree in Education from DePaul University. Later earned degrees in Learning...
Charlotte A. Mater
Sep 2, 2026
Charlotte A. Mater
(nee Grant)
Age 86, of Lockport passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, with her loving sister by her side. Born in Joliet, raised in Lockport, lived in the West, West of the Mississippi for many years, and moved back to Lockport in 2017. Graduated from St. Joseph Catholic School, Lockport in 1953, and Lockport Township High School...