Hack-Jensen Funeral Home

09/04/2026

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09/01/2026

Terry Skaggs 68, passed away peacefully on August 31st, 2026. He was born on November 5th, 1957, the son of Harold and Norma Skaggs.

Terry is survived by his daughter Stacey Skaggs (Chris Gornor) of Crete, IL. Sister, Rhonda Rucinski of Schererville. Sisters-in-law Susan Kramer and Pamela Gray, Brother-in-law Kevin (Jane) Gray, and his partner of 2 years, Nancy Niemczak. He also has many nieces and nephews who lovingly referred to him as Uncle Terbear.
In addition to his parents, Terry is preceded in death by his wife, Kathleen Skaggs and his sister,Deborah Peters.

Terry was an avid golfer who taught his daughter all about the game. He was so thrilled when she earned a golf scholarship to college. He loved being in his garage making all kinds of trinkets out of wood. It was his home away from home!

A Mass and Celebration of his Life will be scheduled at a later time

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08/30/2026

There will be a Celebration of Life sometime in October, the date has not been decided on yet.

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08/15/2026

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08/03/2026

Obit Pending

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07/16/2026

Kerri Nichole Stedt McDonough passed away unexpectedly July 14, 2026, leaving behind a family and community who loved her deeply. Though her life was far too short, she made an incredible impact through her kindness, generosity, laughter, and unwavering dedication to others.

Born on May 1,...

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07/15/2026

Obit Forthcoming

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07/14/2026

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06/28/2026

Chester "Chet" Furtek, age 84, of Beecher, Illinois, passed away peacefully on June 27, 2026.
Chet was born on February 25, 1942, to Alexander and Emily Furtek, who preceded him in death. He was also preceded in death by his brother, Edward Furtek, and his sister, Lorraine Barke.
Chet is survived...

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06/23/2026

In Loving Memory of Zachary “Zak” Kowalski

February 23, 1991 – June 19, 2026

With heavy hearts, we share the passing of Zachary “Zak” Kowalski, who was welcomed into the arms of the Lord on June 19, 2026, at the age of 35. Born in Kankakee, Illinois, Zak lived life on his own terms—with an...

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