South Cook News

Jean M. Heath, born February 7, 1932, in Chicago, IL to Leonard and Mary Hosack, passed away on October 27, 2024. Jean was a cherished wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She married Herbert Heath Jr. on October 19, 1957, sharing many happy memories together.

Jean enjoyed trips to "The Lake" in Michigan with her family, creating lasting bonds with her children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. She was the loving mother of Janice (Dr. Paul) Atkenson, Jeffrey (Ann) Heath, and Caryn (David) Rentz. Jean was the beloved grandmother of Larissa, Lance, Lindsey, Meredith, Allison, Jillian, Lukas, and Amelia, and great-grandmother of Cabela, Leo, Eli, Brady, and Nora. She was the caring sister of the late Joyce Zenz and JoAnn Benke.

A Memorial Gathering will be held on Saturday, November 2, 2024, at Vandenberg Funeral Home in Tinley Park, IL, with a Chapel Service following. Private Family Interment will take place at Chapel Hill Gardens West Cemetery in Oak Brook Terrace, IL. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to St. John’s Lutheran Church.

For more information, contact Vandenberg Funeral Home at 708-532-1635 or visit www.vandenbergfuneralhome.com.

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