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Wednesday • August 27, 2025
Giannoulias Hosts First Driving Change Town Hall With Over 250 Community Residents
More than 250 South Side residents took part in Illinois Secretary of State Alexi Giannoulias’ first virtual Town Hall Wednesday evening to discuss the skyrocketing cost of auto insurance.
South Side residents shared, either on video or in the chat, their first-hand accounts of auto insurance rates increasing due to a recent move, a poor credit score or advanced age – reasons that have nothing to do with their driving record. This was the first of a series of virtual Town Hall meetings that the Secretary of State’s office is conducting over the next several weeks to gather feedback from Illinoisans to help inform state legislation for members of the General Assembly to consider.
“As Secretary of State, I strongly believe that an individual’s driving record should serve as the primary factor that’s analyzed when setting auto insurance rates,” Giannoulias said. “Insurance companies need to implement a ratemaking process that’s fair and transparent. The current system results in fewer Illinoisans being able to afford insurance and fewer opting to pay for it, making our roads less safe for everyone.”
“This is classic redlining. Using zip code to determine car insurance rates rather than driving records. This is
discriminatory,” Kimberly Nevels said.
“I am now being charged $132 more per month living in the South Chicago neighborhood than I did living in a more affluent neighborhood. I absolutely feel like this is a big issue. We’re being priced out...,” said Sandra Herrera.
“I am a retired person. I live in Auburn Gresham and my zip code is 60620. My insurance rate in 2022 was $295. In 2023, it went up to $365. 2024, it’s at $405, and in 2025 now, I’m at $429. My credit score is over 800. I do not drive a lot. My daughter, she pays, in the same zip code, $150 for her car. I see this as age discrimination,” said Elaine Wilson. Also in attendance was AARP Illinois State Director Phillipe Largent, State Sens. Mattie Hunter (3rd District –Chicago) and Robert Peters (13th District – Chicago), State Reps. Kam Buckner (26th District – Chicago), Kimberly du Buclet (5th District – Chicago), Marcus Evans (33rd District – Chicago) and Rita Mayfield (60th District – Waukegan) and Alderperson Pat Dowell (3rd Ward – Chicago).
The virtual Town Hall meetings are part of the recently launched “Driving Change” advocacy campaign – aimed at preventing insurance companies from using socio-economic data, such as credit scores, zip codes and age, to unfairly
charge Illinoisans higher auto insurance rates. As a result, drivers from disadvantaged neighborhoods and communities of color disproportionately suffer.
In addition, Giannoulias has launched a website – www. ilsos.gov/drivingchange – enabling Illinoisans to learn more about the issue and easily share their stories about unfair and discriminatory ratemaking practices currently used by insurance companies. The site also allows residents to email their state representative and senator and urge them to support reforming the current system.
The Secretary of State’s office will host additional virtual Town Hall meetings across the state, including: August 26 – South Suburbs/Matteson
September 3 – Metro East
September 17 – Champaign
September 22 – Chicago, West Side
September 24 – Peoria
October 1 – Rockford
October 15 – Springfield
Registration information for the town halls can be found at ilsos.gov/drivingchangeschedule.
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Heart Smart
RICHARD ZEKVELD
God remembers. He remembered his covenant promises to his people. This moved him to rescue them from slavery to live in covenant relationship with him. This moved him to come in Jesus Christ who died on the cross to rescue us from sin, Satan, and death so that “whoever believes in him will not perish but have eternal life” (John 3:16).
But sometimes God doesn’t remember. “What?!” you protest. “God knows all things at all times. How can you say he doesn’t remember things?” “Remember” in the Bible is an act, not an accident. “Remember” means you focus on something from the past to stir up your affections and spur you to action.
Imagine a friend turns on you and says cutting things to you in front of others. You “remember” it. You dwell on it, turning it over and over in your mind. This ongoing activity stirs up bitterness in your heart and pour gas on
it. That bitterness comes out in the way you treat her and talk to others about her. To “remember” this way keeps you trapped in bitterness.
Reconciliation, of course, requires that she acknowledge how she hurt you and seek your forgiveness. But even if she doesn’t, the key is not to “remember.” To not replay what she did in your mind in a way that “stirs up your affections and spurs you to action.” Instead, you pray for her and ask God to free you from bitterness.
In Psalm 25:7 (ESV), the psalmist prays, “Remember not the sins of my youth or my transgressions.” When you ask God to forgive you, he chooses not to “remember” your sins to hold them against you, thanks to Jesus’s death on the cross in your place. That’s good news!
Richard Zekveld
Pastor, Covenant Fellowship Church cfcsh.org
LIBRARY HAPPENINGS
Calumet City Public Librar y
Address: 660 S Manistee Ave, Calumet City, IL 60409
Phone: (708) 862-6220
Email: info@calumetcitypl.org
Website: http://www calumetcitypl.org/index.html
Dolton Public Libr ar y
Address: 14037 Lincoln Ave, Dolton, IL
Phone: 708-849-2385
Email: lincoln@doltonpubliclibrary.org
Website: www.doltonpubliclibrary.org
SEPTEMBER PROGRAMS
COMMUNITY SHRED DAY; SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2025, FROM 12-2 PM. Held in the library's back parking lot. To stay within the parameters of our scheduled time and allow everyone to take part, we ask that you bring no more than two (2) boxes or bags per person. NO ELECTRONICS. No registration necessary! Questions? Call 708-849-2385 x 4
DOLTON PUBLIC LIBRARY: BOOKED BY SELF CARE EVENT: Friday, September 19, 2025, from 12 pm - 3 pm. It's so important to prioritize our self-care these days. Register for our Self-Care event and find informative and fun ways to Take Care of You! Our vendor will address the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of Self-Care. 708-849-2385 x 3 to register.
ONGOING PROGRAMS
EVERY MONDAY: STAY FIT with SHEENA STINSON: In-house workout program from 9:30-10:30 am. Register by calling 708-849-2385.
EVERY THIRD SATURDAY OF THE MONTH: BETWEEN THE PAGES: A VIRTUAL STORY TIME!Register by calling 708-849-2385 the link will be emailed to you.
EVERY SECOND TUESDAY OF THE MONTH: TODDLER TIME with Ms. Brooks: 10:45-11:45 AM. No registration is necessary. Daycares are welcome!
EVERY THIRD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH, SIMON SAYS..GET UP AND MOVE with Ms. Lottie Maria: 11:30-12 PM. Jump, Clap, and Dance. Toddlers and Daycares are welcome! Call to register at 708-849-2385 ext 4.
HOMEWORK HELP: Call 708-849-2385 ext. 4 to make an appointment with Ms. Brooks on Fridays or Saturdays. Ages 5-12.
EVERY MONDAY: LINE DANCING WITH DAWN THE DANCING DEVA: From 1-2 pm. Call 708-849-2385 ext 3 to register.
EVERY WEDNESDAY: LINE DANCING WITH DAWN THE DANCING DEVA: BECAUSE IT WAS SO GOOD THEY ASKED FOR TWO! From 3-4 pm. Call to register at 708-849-2385 ext 4
Hammond Public Librar y
Address: 564 State St., Hammond
Phone: (219) 931-5100, ext. 310 or 307
Email: swishl@hammond.lib.in.us
Website: www.hammond.lib.in.us
Har vey Public Libr ar y
Address: 15441 Turlington, Harvey, IL 60426
Phone: 708-331-0757x3200
Email: has@harvey.lib.il.us Website:www.harvey.lib.il.us
FREE online Line Dancing with Dawn the Diva, Tuesdays at 6:30pm
Join Us For Vir tual Programs : Each day at 4:00 pm, “stop” in for online family-fun at the Harvey Library Tuesday: Craft Wednesday: Story Time Thursday: Bacon Bits & Cooking Tips Monthly Virtual Music Class (Friday, check calendar each month)
Homewood Public Librar y
Address: 17917 Dixie Hwy, Homewood, IL 60430
Phone: (708) 798-0121
Email: hplhelp@homewoodlibrary.org
Website: www.homewoodlibrary.org/
SUMMER MOVIE NIGHT
Aug. 13 | 6 PM | All Ages
Matilda (1996)
BACK TO SCHOOL STORYTIME
Aug. 19 | 10:30 AM | Ages 0-8
Registration Required
TEEN CHESS TOURNAMENT
Aug. 21 | 6:30 PM | Grades 7-12
LIBRARY GARAGE SALE
Aug. 23 | 10 AM - 12 PM
Riverdale Public Librar y
Address: 208 W 144th St
Riverdale, IL 60827
Phone: (708) 841-3311
Email: library@rpld.org Website: www.rpld.org
FALL FLEA MARKET
Saturday, September 13 | 9 AM - 3 PM
Join us for our annual community fall flea market. This event is free and open to the public. For more info or to reserve vendor space(s), registration forms are available on our website or at the library. We look forward to seeing you there! ONGOING PROGRAMS
Riverdale Public Library District Food Pantry
Our food pantry is open to everyone and is located in the entryway of library. Donations are also welcome and can be dropped off at the Circulation Desk. Please ensure that food items are non-perishable, non-glass containers and not expired.
Weekly Walking Group
9 – 10 am Ages: Adults/Seniors This walking program is for everyone interested in achieving a healthier lifestyle. What better way to start your path to better physical and emotional health, than on your feet making strides to help your heart and improve your general health.
Lansing Public Libr ar y
Address: 2750 Indiana Ave., Lansing IL
Phone: 708-474-2447
Email: shari@lansingpl.org
Website: www.lansingpl.org
South Holland Public Librar y
Address: 16250 Wausau Ave., South Holland IL
Phone: 708-527-3160 or 708-580-6161
Email: library@southhollandlibrary.org
Website: shlibrary.org/events-calendar
Thor nton Public Librar y
Address: 115 E. Margaret St. Thornton, IL.
Email: library@thorntonil us
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LOCAL CHURCHES
CHRIST COMMUNITY CHURCH, COGIC
1151 E. 170th St., South Holland
708-331-8389
FAX 708.331.8374
PASTOR DR. CARL E. KING, SR.
COVENANT UNITED CHURCH OF CHRIST 1130 East 154th St., South Holland
708-333-5955
www.covucc.org
PASTOR REV. DR. PATRICK L. DAYMOND WORSHIP SERVICES
Sunday Worship 7:30 a.m. 11:00 a.m. Wed. Bible Study Noon
FIRST CHURCH (PCA)
3134 Ridge Rd, Lansing
708-474-9610
www.firstchurchpca.org
FIRST ORTHODOX PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH OF SOUTH HOLLAND
16248 South Park Ave., South Holland
708-333-8211
www.firstchurchsh.org
PASTOR REV. DANIEL SVENDSEN WORSHIP SERVICES
Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 5:30 p.m. Sunday School 11:00 a.m.
GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH, LCMS 8303 Sheffield Avenue Dyer, IN 46311 (219) 865-1137 gracedyer.org
PASTOR REV. DALE HETHERINGTON
RECONCILIATION CHURCH
833 East 168th St., South Holland
708-331-7755 www.reconciliationchurch.org
PASTOR GLEN MCCARTHY
WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday Worship 10:00 a.m. Wednesday Bible Study 7:00 p.m.
REDEEMER LUTHERAN CHURCH
651 East 166th St., South Holland
708-331-4100 redeemer-lutheran@sbcglobal.net
WORSHIP SERVICES
Sunday 9:30 a.m.
Sunday School 10:45 a.m.
Channel 6 Tues. 10:00 a.m.
ST. PAUL’S EVANGELICAL LUTHERAN
CHURCH & SCHOOL
8601 Harrison Avenue, Munster, In. 46321
219-838-6720 stplmunster.com
Pastors: Peter Speckhard, Adrian Krebs
WORSHIP SERVICES: Monday: ..........................................6:30 p.m. Sunday: .....................8:00 a.m. & 10:15 a.m.
Bible Study: Sundays at ........9:15am (Sunday
2nd & 4th Tuesdays of the month (Ladies’
Wednesdays at 10am Thursdays at 10am (Nursery
ESPIRITU DE DIOS
16400 S. State St., South Holland
708-439-1220 sogfchurch.com
PASTORES Jose & Paula Lopez
SERVICIOS:
Grupo de Oracion de Hombres
Jueves ........................................... 7:30 p.m.
Sabado Alabanza y Predicacion.....6:00 p.m.
UNITY OF NORTHWEST INDIANA
Plum Creek Center
2138 Moeller Street Dyer, IN 46311
(219) 931-5284 www.unitynwi.org ALL WELCOME
MINISTER: REV. GERALDINE COLVIN SUNDAY SERVICE.......................10:00 AM
CATHY & JIM HIGGINS
Question: I’m selling my home in a great area. We had many offers and the one we took was $20,000 over the asking price. The buyers are putting in a lot of cash and are only financing $100,000 of the $600,000 sale price. We’re afraid that our house will not be worth that much, but does the lender care?
Answer: Lenders care very much about value and risk. They will make a loan based on the sale price or the appraised value, whichever is less. If a buyer wants to pay more, that’s okay -- as long as the additional price is not paid with lender funds.
Appraisal problems are not common, but they do happen. When Realtors look at comparable properties that have sold, they also do a little give and take. Compared to the similar homes, the subject home may have more land, more updates, more square footage, etc. This is how a higher asking price is justified. Obviously, the buyer agrees, because he has accepted the sellers selling price. An appraisal is not an exact science, it is more of an art, or
opinion of the appraiser, based on what he has seen with comparable properties that have sold.
In your case, you have a home selling for $600,000 and a borrower who is putting up $500,000 in cash. The lender is providing $100,000. The lender wants to be certain that in the event of foreclosure the property has sufficient value to re-pay the loan.
In this case, even if the property sold at a 75 percent discount from the sale price, there would still be enough value to re-pay the lender. From the lender’s perspective, this is a loan situation with virtually no risk because there is so much equity in the property -- that $500k put up by the purchaser.
E-mail us your Real Estate questions at Cathyah@aol.com. Thinking of selling your home? Call Cathy & Jim Higgins, Licensed Broker/Realtors in Indiana & Illinois. IN: 219-865-4361 IL: 708-828-3304. McColly Real Estate. Website: www.Cathyhiggins. com. Personal Real Estate Journal: www. Higginshousechat.blogspot.com
Let a financial advisor help plan for life’s curveballs
SUBMITTED BY PATRICK ZAMKIN
No matter what stage of your life you’re in — caring for children, working toward retirement or planning your legacy — unforeseen events like a job loss, a major illness or even a stock market drop could derail what you’re working so hard to achieve financially.
With your future at stake, you may want to get guidance from a financial professional who can develop a personalized financial strategy to help you navigate life’s curveballs. Here are specific ways a financial advisor can help.
• Create a customized long-term strategy. This is the first step to weather unforeseen events. You may have several long-term investing goals — your retirement, your child’s education or perhaps a dream vacation. A financial advisor can help you build a strategy specific to your goals and risk tolerance. This will include prioritizing those goals, building a path toward each and pivoting your strategy as markets shift and needs change.
• Set realistic expectations. Successful investing requires discipline and patience — most individual investors make their money over time, not overnight. Start by setting realistic timelines to reach each of your goals. And don’t be surprised if you need to make trade-offs, like working an extra year to help fund your retirement dream home. It’s realistic to expect you’ll hit some bumps in the road. Perhaps the markets will drop and the value of your portfolio may follow. (It’s also realistic to expect they will rebound, as they have historically. Of course, past performance of the markets is no guarantee of what will happen in the future.) A financial advisor can help you keep your emotions in check no matter what comes your way and stay focused on the long term, knowing you have a customized strategy in place.
• Diversify your investments. The foundation for your portfolio is your asset allocation, or how you divide
your assets among stocks, bonds, cash and other investments. Different investments behave differently in various market conditions, so maintaining a good mix can help better weather market fluctuations than putting “all your eggs in one basket.” Finding the right diversification mix, and keeping it balanced despite what the market does, can get complicated, but it’s almost second nature for a good financial advisor. All investments do carry risk, and asset allocation doesn’t ensure a profit or protect against loss in a declining market.
• Keep a long-term outlook. It’s easy to become distracted by the latest headline, expert prediction or market swing. However, if these events don’t change your long-term outlook, there probably isn’t a reason to make changes to your strategy. In fact, these declines often present good opportunities if you’re a long-term investor, so use them to your advantage — your financial advisor can show you how.
• Keep your emergency savings wellfunded. This is your “rainy day” fund, and an unexpected event may constitute a rainy day. For most people, maintaining three to six months of total expenses in emergency savings is appropriate. The specific amount depends on factors like your risk of unexpected expenses or temporary loss of income, and how much you value being confident that you can weather financial emergencies. A financial advisor can help you determine what your emergency savings should look like. Unexpected events are part of life. You can’t predict them, but you can prepare for them. No matter what is going on around you, having a professional by your side can help set you up to navigate them confidently. This article was written by Edward Jones for use by your local Edward Jones Financial Advisor, Patrick Zamkin, located at 18735 Dixie Hwy, Homewood, IL 60430. Contact us at (708) 798-9066. Edward Jones. Member SIPC.
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26. Slay
27. Dwarf buffalo
28. Round handle
29. Connected
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31. Ammunition (slang)
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NATIONAL PEACH DAY
August 27 is National Peach Day on the National Day Calendar to celebrate one of summertime’s most scrumptious fruits known as the peach! August is prime peach season in the U.S. and we want everyone to enjoy a few peaches, plus remember the hardworking peach growers who provide us with this delicious fruit.. Source: nationaldaycalendar.com
Celebrating Our CENTE NARIANS
Each guest of honor was welcomed into the event with an applause as they were seated at the head table.
St. Anthony Executive Director, Teneisha Peterson, set the celebration underway with opening remarks.
The Mayor of Lansing, Brian Hardy, joined the party saying a few remarks to congratulate the honorees as well as providing them gifts. The celebrants were also presented with plaques from St. Anthony's staff.
The party included fun, food, cake, entertainment by Rico as Michael Jackson, and lots of smiles and laughs.
Neighbor 2 Neighbor
The South East Side Vietnam veterans at the southeast Shore post on 133rd and Avenue M. Annual pic of the group 2025. No banner this year. Someone forgot to bring it!
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Dancing in the sunlight juanita and Joe Cruz--at our annual Wolf Lake festival featuring all the guys from past years. No banner this year. Someone forgot to bring it.
President of the SSEVV veterans Larry Kutz enjoying the day Saturday August 23, 2025.
Steven Cosgrove doing
“thang” at the annual picnic at wolf Lake featuring the group and all their families.
The group at the Southeast Sportsmen’s enjoying the day!
The group pictured here in a leafy glade at Sportsmen’s on 133rd and Avenue M on the East Side of Chicago
Tony and Karen at the spinner waiting a winner. Yea!
Marge and company at the picnic at Wolf Lake on Saturday July 25, 2025.
Trish and company at the annual SSVV picnic at Wolf Lake.
Jimmy and Omar enjoying the day at Wolf Lake at the gun club at Wolf Lake.
Guests at the SSEVV picnic each year at Wolf Lake. Lots of fun was had by all at he annual event.
The DJ spinning records at the annual picnic SSEVV at Wolf Lake on Chicago’s East Side/ Hegewisch.
JANICE MINTON-KUTZ
Helen Johnson, 103
Mamie Hollis, 103
Vera Schmidt, 102
Margaret Talbert, 101
Ozella Ward, 100
St. Anthony's threw a celebration of not one, but five beautiful women who have surpassed this impressive milestone. The staff, families, and residents celebrated them the royal treatment on Thursday, August 22nd, 2025.
Executive Director Teneisha Peterson, Lansing Mayor Brian Hardy, and St. Anthony staff join the celebrants for a group photo.
John “Jack” R. Boyle, age 88 of Burr Ridge, IL passed away on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Loving brother of the late Janet Kriechbaum, the late Patrick (Mary) Boyle, Kathleen Smith, and Michael (Nancy) Boyle. Devoted uncle of several nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his parents Michael and Eleanor Boyle. Jack was loved by his family and friends and will be missed. Visitation with family and friends to be held on Wednesday, August 20, 2025 from 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN. A committal and interment service will take place on Thursday, August 21, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. directly at Holy Sepulchre Cemetery – Alsip, IL. Memorial contributions may be given to the American Cancer Society or the Alzheimer’s Association. For further information please contact Smits Funeral Home at 219-322-7300 or visit our online guestbook and obituary at www. SMITSFH.com.
Roland Arnell, age 98, went home to his Lord and Savior on Saturday, August 16, 2025. Most recently from Indianapolis, IN and Crete, IL, Roland was born and raised in Chicago but lived most of his adult life in the Chicago suburbs of Glenwood and South Holland. Beloved husband of the late Betty Rae Arnell, nee Vanderaa; loving father of Mary (Gregory) Leffel, R. Scott (Cathryn) Arnell, and Lisbeth (James) Graves; cherished grandfather of Daniel Leffel, Kristin (Alec Brandon) Leffel, Rachel Leffel, Christian Arnell, Nicole Arnell, Mathis Arnell, Jessica (Anthony Hugley) Contreras, Marshall Back, and Tyler (Cynthia Kovach) Back; devoted great-grandfather of Lydia, Arlo, Karina, Gael, Xavier, Mika, Reagan, Anthony Jesse, and Marsh; dear brother of Donald (Jeanne) Arnell, Irene (late Alan) Antilla, and the late Lennart (late Lucille) Arnell. He was preceded in death by his parents Albert and Ruth Arnell. Roland was a WWII Navy Veteran. Upon
discharge, he attended Wheaton College and the Northwestern and Roosevelt Universities. He began a long career in the petroleum industry with the Standard and Shell oil companies before establishing his own petroleum distribution companies in Kankakee and Chicago Heights, IL. In his 40’s, Roland earned his private pilot’s license for single engine aircraft and learned how to downhill snow ski and play tennis. He enjoyed skiing with his family for many years thereafter. Prior to learning to snow ski, Betty and Roland both learned and enjoyed water skiing. Their love of the water led them to build a vacation home in Culver, Indiana, where they enjoyed many years of family time at Lake Maxinkuckee into their 90’s. He was a devoted Christian, serving many years as a church elder and deacon, praying faithfully and reading devotions daily with his beloved wife throughout his life.
Visitation Friday, August 22, 2025, from 9:30 a.m. until the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Faith United Reformed Church,130 N. Corning Rd., Beecher, IL, with the Rev. Nathan Voss officiating. Burial will take place following the service at the Oak Ridge Cemetery in Lansing, IL. Memorial contributions may be given to the Faith United Reformed Church general fund. For more information or to sign the online guestbook please contact 219-322-7300 or visit www.SMITSFH.com
Elizabeth Krogh, nee Fuerst, age 96, of New Lenox, IL, passed away on Wednesday, August 13, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Harold V. Krogh. Loving mother of Harold A. (Elena) Krogh and Donna R. Krogh. Cherished grandmother of Jennifer (Beau) Gilstrap, Paul Heitmann, Jason (Juana) Krogh and Timothy (Kelly) Heitmann. Great-grandmother of Christian Heitmann, Roulette Heitmann, Jonathan Krogh, Jacob Krogh, Jordan Krogh, Bella Gilstrap, and Gabby Gilstrap. Dear sister of Robert Fuerst. Preceded in death by her parents Gustav and Rose Fuerst. Visitation Friday, August 22, 2025 from 4:00-7:00 p.m. at the Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home, 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt.6/159th St.) South Holland, IL. Funeral service Saturday,
August 23, 2025 at 10:00 a.m. at the funeral home. Interment Evergreen Cemetery—Evergreen Park, IL.
For further information, please contact 708-3337000 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www.SMITSFH.com
James E. Cosby, age 86, of South Holland, IL, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 18, 2025, at approximately 7:00 AM in the morning. He was born and raised in the Cedars community of Vicksburg, Mississippi on October 20, 1938, to the late Logan and Mamie Cosby. He was affectionately known to friends and family as “Brother.” He attended Cedars Elementary School and St Mary’s High School. James left Mississippi to become a part of the African American Great Migration when he graduated from high school and headed north. He moved to Chicago, where he worked at Spiegel Catalog Company briefly and then went on to become B & O Railroad’s first African American Switchman in October 1963. James was a dedicated employee at B & O Railroad, which later became CSX Railroad, for 37 years and he missed only one day of work during his entire time there. He was a conductor when he retired from CSX in October 2000. He was a proud member of the Army National Guard. Upon retirement, the overall sports enthusiast discovered a love of golf and was an active participant for as long as his health allowed.
He was preceded in death by his parents, Logan and Mamie Cosby; his brothers: Logan Cosby (L.C.) – Chicago, IL, John Cosby - Chicago, IL, and Robert Cosby – Great Falls, MT; and his sisters: Willie Mae Cosby – Chicago, IL, and Margie (Doll Baby) Davis – Buffalo, NY.
He is survived by his wife, Vernina (Bobbie) Cosby, his sister, Mamie Watts – Detroit, MI, and his brother, Curtis Cosby – Detroit, MI, as well as a host of nieces, nephews, cousins, and cherished friends. James was dearly loved by his family, friends, and church, and his loss will be keenly felt.
Visitation Sunday, August 24, 2025, from 3:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Smits, DeYoung-Vroegh Funeral Home 649 E. 162nd St. (Rt.6/159th St.) South Holland, IL. Funeral Mass Monday, August 25, 2025,
at 10:30 a.m. directly at Christ Our Savior/St. Jude the Apostle Church 880 E. 154th St. South Holland, IL, with Rev. Gosbert Rwezahura officiating. Entombment Holy Cross Cemetery – Calumet City, IL.
For further information, please contact 708-3337000 or visit our online obituary and guest book at www.SMITSFH.com
Homewood Self Storage located at 501 Ridge Rd, Homewood, IL 60430 (773-974-8797) intends to hold an auction of the goods stored in the following unit in default for non-payment of rent: Devonte D Williams - Unit 14A; Caroline Odom - Unit 43; Jaquita George - Unit 51; Kornika K Hickenbottom - Unit 133. Auctions will be conducted online on www.bid13.com and will conclude at 9AM CST on September 9, 2025.
AC/HEATING SERVICES: Summer
Special! Furnaces or A/C’s , Clean & check $59.95. Furnaces, A/C’s, Boilers, water heaters, sump pumps, humidifiers, installations, repairs, furnaces installed from $1495.00 R/D Heating & Cooling. IL. and IN. 219-616-3281
SMITH PAINTING 30
YRS EXP - FREE
ESTIMATES Mention Sherry, get 5% off job. Call Mike 2197429867
MOVING SERVICES:
Pick up/ Delivery Service. Small moves; in-house move; store-to-home. Assembly: Furniture & exercise equipment (Ikea, Office Depot, etc.) Call Rob daily until 9pm 708-898-8668
JUNK REMOVAL Time to make space! Cleanouts (garage attic, basement, shed). Hauling away appliances, furniture, trash. WE RECYCLE! Call ‘til 8pm. 708-8988668
CAR / TRUCK
TROUBLE?
Vehicle shopping?
On-location diagnosis: Will find needed repairs / maintenance. Uncertain of mechanic estimate? 32 years exper. Any day! 708-898-8668
APARTMENT FOR RENT- Available Now - $900 a month. - 2 beds, 1 bath, live-in kitchen. Private parking. No pets. One month security and rent required. 17701 Commercial Ave in Lansing. Apartment 2W on second floor. Seniors welcome. Call Winston - 708-251-8266
BEAUTIFUL SOUTH HOLLAND ROOM FOR RENT IN A SINGLE FAMILY
HOME. King size bed, semi private bathroom with Jacuzzi tub. No cooking, full size refrigerator and microwave in room. Free lights, free gas. Only $225 a week, $500 move in fee. Background check required. Call 708-8433932 for more info.
Wanted
Looking for room to rent with own bathroom. NW Indiana/Lansing area. Elderly care experience. 40+ Non-drinking/ smoking male w/ maintnenance skills. Prefer kitchenette & garage space. 708-898-8668
In search of a Vintage Cobra Cb Radio Company Wall Clock. it would be square framed in black with white background and the iconic blue snake and lettering. Cobra used to give these to local Cb shops selling their products back in the day. Call Dan 312-7200844
Looking for Older Chevy or Ford Truck in good condition, Low Miles and Price from ‘99-2004. Also older Toyota Car, in good condition, Low Miles and Price from ‘95-2000. Also in search of a Wringer Washer in working condition. Call 219-801-0955
Vehicles
For Rent
APARTMENT FOR RENT- 2 BEDROOMS 2ND FLOOR.
CALUMET CITY IL.
$1200 RENT and one month security. No smoking, no pets and no section 8. Street parking. Serious inquiries only. Call 708 466-7272
2009 Checvy Silverado, 1GCEK39069Z164494b.
Extended Cab, 4WD, 6.5’ bed. V8 5.3L Flex Fuel. New Battery &Alternator, April 2025. Tires, 1 year old. Some Rust on Driver’s Rear Quarter Panel. 149k miles Asking $7,750. If interested, Call 708-9138624
For
Sale
Compact computer desk for sale, 36” wide, 53” tall, 191/2 deep., $20.00. (708) 646-1362
29 in. Men’s bike ,blue and yellow,brand new still in box. $100.00. Call Ms.Pruitt 708 951-1859.
Used Kenmore 5 Burner gas stove. Model #79073433314. Stainless steel and black in color. $225 or reasonable offer. Used Frigidaire Double Clean Dishwasher. Model # FFCD2413UB2A. $225 or reasonable offer. Brand New! Rheem 29 gallon, 60,000 BTU power vent water heater. $700 or reasonable offer. Call 312-339-7716
Enesco Precious Moments Sugar Town Holiday Train Set; Musical with 18 feet of track; Batteries Required; Product #152595 $175.00 219-680-0998
TWO BURIAL PLOTS IN CEDAR PARK
CEMETERY, Calumet Park. Call 708-567-4475 for details.
For sale, TKO five piece drum set, A1 condition, high hat, cymbals, etc. All hardware included. $300 O.B.O. Call 708-598-5136
Large indoor steel dog cage, 48” x 36” x 30”, good condition, $75; 1965 Ladies Schwinn Hollywood Bike, All Original, Rideable, Good Condition, $90 Leggert & Platt Metal Bed Frame New in box. $90 new, asking $30. Galvinized Pipe - 9 pc, 8’ x 2” - $10 ea, or 6 pc, 6’ x 2” $7 ea. Call Phil
accessories, like new, $25.00. 708-645-4245
29 in. Men’s bike ,blue and yellow,brand new still in box. $100.00. Call Ms.Pruitt 708 951-1859.
