Maria Diaz (née DeLeon), age 74, of Dyer, Indiana passed away April 14, 2021 with her beloved family at her side.  She was born to Christobal and Romona (née Reyes) DeLeon on February 18, 1947 in Texas.  She is survived by her devoted husband Modesto Diaz Jr.; adored children: Modesto Diaz III, Dolores Diaz, Rose Diaz, Graciela Guillermo, and Virginga Diaz; 14 cherished grandchildren and 12 precious...

Teresa Serrano, age 86, of Calumet City, Illinois passed away April 13, 2021. She is survived by her beloved children: Elena DelReal, Ramon Serrano and Olivia Serrano; cherished grandchildren: Ramon DelReal Jr., Lorena DelReal, Juan Ramon Serrano, Lourdes Magallanes, Victor A. Magallanes, Diana Huizar and Eliana Huizar. Teresa was preceded in death by her husband Juan Serrano. Funeral Services will be Tuesday, April 20, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. from Castle Hill Funeral Home: 248 155th Place,...

John C. Tirpak, age 65, of Calumet City, Illinois passed away April 12, 2021. He is survived by his loving children Tracy (Matt) Springsteen and John Tirpak; cherished granddaughter Meredith; adored nieces. John was preceded in death by his wife Patricia (née Borst). Family and friends are invited to celebrate his life on Friday, April 16, 2021 at Castle Hill Funeral Home: 248 155th Place, Calumet City, IL 69409 with a visitation from 10:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. followed by Interment...

Paul Dykema, 51, of Manhattan, Illinois joined his Lord and Savior on April 10th, 2021. He was born in Harvey, Illinois, and the son of the late Judy and Harold Dykema. Paul was the loving father to and survived by his 3 children who were the true joy of his life, Gabrielle Miller and husband Jordan, Nicholas Dykema and fiancée Hannah, and Adam Dykema. He is also survived by his brother Richard Dykema and wife Sharon, sister-in-law Donna Svencner, and their families. He is preceded in...

Ernest M. Isby, age 74, of Calumet City, Illinois passed away April 10, 2021. Private arrangements entrusted to Castle Hill Funeral Home.    

Rita M. Zendian (née Rucinski), age 93, of Calumet City, Illinois passed away April 10, 2021. Private arrangements entrusted to Castle Hill Funeral Home of Calumet City, Illinois.      

Esto Gooden Jr., age 71, of Calumet City, Illinois passed away April 7, 2021.  Private arrangements entrusted to Castle Hill Funeral Home.        

Mary Kocielko, 84 of Calumet City, passed away on Tuesday, April 6, 2021. She is survived by her daughter, Sheree (Duane) McKesson; sister, Lois (Kenneth) McKenna; five granddaughters; and seven great grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Donald Kocielko; son, Mark Frantz; and her four brothers. Mary retired from US Steel and then worked as a Crossing Guard for Calumet City for many more years. Private arrangements entrusted to Castle Hill Funeral...

Ronald “Ron” Paul Sarkkinen, age 60, of Crown Point, Indiana passed away on April 3, 2021 surrounded by his loved ones.  Ron is survived by his loving wife of 33 years, Soula and daughter Nicoletta along with several siblings. He is preceded in death by his parents; Dorothy and Albert.  Family and friends will celebrate his life with a visitation on Thursday, April 8, 2021 from 4-6 p.m. at Castle Hill Funeral Home: 1219 Sheffield Avenue, Dyer IN 46311.  Funeral...

Donald Randall was born on February 12, 1954 in Chicago, Illinois. He was the ninth child born to his proud parents, Frank and Olivia Randell. Donald married Catherine and became a stepfather to Nicholas, Angela and Chris. He always felt like they were his own children. Before Donald lost his sight he loved to paint, decorate and create beautiful colors.  Donald fell asleep in death on March 22, 2021. He was a beautiful person, giving and free-hearted. He will be...