Jerrie Yehling, 74, of Chippewa Falls, died Saturday, April 11, 2026, at Our House Assisted Living in Chippewa Falls. Born on October 9, 1951, in Chicago, she was the daughter of Clarence and Eleanor (Jolliffe) Yehling. She grew up in Monee, where she also attended school. In 1972, Jerrie married James Smith and together had […]
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Lowe’s employee charged with theft
An employee took a Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup while helping himself to $150 from the cash register, police said.
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Man charged with battery of Orland Park police officers
As a result of the incident, two officers received non-life-threatening injuries. Both officers were treated at Northwestern Palos Community Hospital and released.
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Illegal videotaping brings ban at Hooters
Orland Park police responding to a report of a man videotaping employees at Hooters encountered Zahera Shalash sitting at the bar, camera in hand.Â
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Gregory E. “Gregg” Nowak
Gregory E. “Gregg” Nowak, a polka musician known for his concertina playing, died
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Lori Ann Allen
Lori Ann Allen died April 1, 2026, with her family at her side. Her age was not provided.
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Zofia Wolkiewicz, 90
Zofia Wolkiewicz, a devoted mother and grandmother, died April 7, 2026. She was 90.
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Jerzy Ciapala, 76
Jerzy Ciapala, a devoted father and grandfather, died April 5, 2026. He was 76.
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Jerrie Yehling, 74
Jerrie Yehling, an artist known for her paintings, drawings and crafts, died April 11, 2026, at Our House Assisted Living in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin. She was 74.
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Steven Ruffalo, 62
Steven Ruffalo, a member of Carpenters Union Local 141, died April 6, 2026. He was 62. The cause was not specified.