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Wednesday • December 24, 2025

South Holland Library Board Announces Retirement of Trustee Elaine MacKenzie

The South Holland Library Board regretfully announces the retirement of Elaine MacKenzie, an esteemed trustee who has served diligently for 12 years, effective November 2025. Since her election in 2013, Elaine has not only been a vital part of the board but has also taken on the role of Board Secretary, contributing significantly to the library’s growth and community engagement. Elaine, a lifelong resident of the south suburbs, has enriched the South Holland community through her active participation in various local activities. She has been especially involved in the South Holland Gardening Club, reflecting her passion for nurturing both plants and community spirit. An accomplished elementary school teacher, Elaine served in the south suburbs for several decades, shaping young minds and inspiring future generations. Elaine conveyed in her last board meeting that she enjoyed serving on the Library Board and it was a rewarding experience. She’s proud of the achievements

and improvements of the library during her time on the board. It was her pleasure to serve the community by being on the board. As Elaine steps down from her position, Vanessa Bradley, President of the South Holland Library Trustee Board, oversaw the transition with swearing in the appointment of her successor at the November 2025 meeting. The board is pleased to announce the appointment of Jimmy J. Stewart as the new trustee, who will serve until the 2029 election. Jimmy J. Stewart is a vibrant member of the community and a local artist known for his captivating abstract modern art. He has showcased his work at several library events, including the popular “Nervana” event, illustrating his strong connection with the library’s mission. In addition to his artistic contributions, Jimmy is recognized as an accomplished actor, speaker, and facilitator, actively promoting creativity and engagement within the community. Vanessa Bradley and the other trustees were excited to welcome Mr. Stewart to the board. He has a passion for art and commitment to community engagement that will undoubtedly enrich the Library Board and further the mission to serve the residents of South Holland. The board has also appointed Janice Newman as the new Board Secretary, ensuring continued effective governance and communication within the board. The South Holland Library encourages community members to explore the diverse array of upcoming activities and programs that cater to all ages. For more information on events, resources, and additional details about the library, please visit our website at https://shlibrary.org/. The South Holland Library Board extends its heartfelt congratulations to Elaine MacKenzie on her well-deserved retirement and warmly welcomes Jimmy J. Stewart as the newest trustee in our continued commitment to enhancing the educational and cultural fabric of our community.

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Connecting Hoosiers Expert tips for live Christmas tree disposal to Holiday Support & Essential Resources LISLE, Ill. (Dec. 17, 2025)—Fresh Christmas trees don’t last forever, and the tree care experts at The Morton Arboretum recommend planning ahead for proper disposal once it’s time to take them down. “To prevent a fire hazard, it is crucial to safely and appropriately dispose of your evergreen tree as soon as it shows signs of drying out, which can include needles dropping in droves, brittle branches, and no water uptake by the tree,” said Plant Knowledge Specialist Sharon Yiesla. The Arboretum’s Plant Clinic provides free advice by phone and email for those with questions about how to care for trees and plants, including live Christmas trees. Yiesla offers these recommendations for proper tree disposal: 1. Prevent fire hazards. Dispose of a tree once it shows signs of drying out to prevent it from becoming a fire hazard. When the tree is drying out, needles will become brittle and many will start falling off, branches will also become brittle, and the tree will no longer take up water. Yiesla cautioned against burning an evergreen tree in a fireplace or woodstove, as doing so can cause buildup that increases the chances of a chimney fire. 2. Recycle. Bare evergreen trees can be recycled at participating facilities. Check with local municipalities or waste management companies about tree recycling or disposal arrangements, including whether trees will be picked up at a certain time and location or should be dropped off at a recycling site. Recycled trees are chipped into mulch or compost. Some municipalities offer the option to take home the fine-smelling mulch for gardening. 3. Clear the branches. “Only the tree itself can be recycled,” Yielsa said. “Remove all decorations, and if using a plastic tree bag to transport the tree to a recycling location, take it off outside.” If not fully bare, a tree will go to a landfill rather than being recycled. Flocked trees—those

covered in white synthetic powder imitating snow—can’t be recycled. They must be thrown away in regular trash. Anything containing wire, like live garlands or wreaths, can damage a facility’s shredding machinery and should also be discarded in the trash. 4. Consider the garden. People can lay branches cut from their live Christmas tree over their garden beds to protect plants. Doing so insulates the soil so it won’t heat up during winter warm spells and cause plants to emerge prematurely from dormancy. This is most useful in full-sun garden beds. Remove the branches in the spring, when it is normally expected to see early spring flowers and bulbs emerging. 5. Shelter wildlife. “If space permits and neighbors don’t mind, leave the tree in your backyard as a windbreak for birds and wildlife during winter,” Yiesla said. “In spring, cut up the tree and dispose of it through your municipality’s landscape waste disposal program.” Private property owners with a pond in their yard could also place the tree trunk in the water to provide a hideout for fish. The Morton Arboretum Plant Clinic is generously sponsored by Bartlett Tree Experts.

As the holiday season approaches, Indiana 211 is reminding Hoosiers that help is only three digits away. Whether families are seeking holiday meals, toy assistance, winter shelter, or support with basic needs, Indiana 211 is available to connect residents with local, trustworthy resources across all 92 counties. Holiday and Winter Resource Support • Hoosiers can contact 2-1-1 or search online at in211.org for statewide assistance programs including: Holiday Meals & Food Programs • Christmas meal sites • Emergency food pantries • Holiday food box programs • Community meals with extended winter hours Winter Shelter & Warmth Resources • Warming centers and overnight emergency shelters • Severe Weather Contingency shelters • Utility assistance agencies for heating support Holiday Giving Programs • Toy distribution • Holiday clothing drives Mental Health & Crisis Support • Immediate emotional support • Connections to local counseling, warm lines, and crisis teams • Referrals for grief support resources If you or someone you know is currently experiencing thoughts of suicide, or a mental health or substance use crisis, please call 988 to reach Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and speak with a trained crisis specialist 24/7.

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How Sweet It Is! Steve Leslie sings James Taylor in Highland, IN on January 11, 2026 MUNSTER, Ind. – (December 21, 2025) – Grammy Award-winning songwriter Steve Leslie will be performing all of James Taylors biggest hits live in concert at Highland High School, 9135 Erie Street, Highland, IN 46322 on Sunday, January 11, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. Single tickets available on the day of the performance for $30. For more information, please contact Carolyn Borchardt at 219-932-9795 or cborc86914@aol.com. Grammy Award-winning songwriter and recording artist Steve Leslie performs the music of Rock ‘N Roll Hall of Fame singer-songwriter James Taylor in an authentic and spell-binding concert event. Steve’s warm baritone vocals, exceptional guitar technique, and uncanny resemblance, is truly a one-of-a-kind tribute to this American music icon. Accompanied by piano, Steve’s program will feature some of Taylor’s biggest hits of all time including, but not limited to, “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved By You),” “Fire and Rain,” “Carolina In My Mind,” and more! Click Here To View A Video Of How Sweet It Is!: Steve Leslie sings James Taylor.

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by Janice R Newman In times of political and financial uncertainty, we often overlook the phrase on the back of a dollar bill: In God We Trust. We lose sight of this simple statement. With each election, the nation feels divided, people worry, and financial concerns are major concerns. We have increased anxiety about employment stability and interest rates to who will make the best decisions that will impact on our daily lives. But where should we place our trust? We can find wisdom by looking beyond people and by trusting in a higher source: God. The Bible guides us in Proverbs 3:5-6 which says, “Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not lean on your own understanding. In all your ways acknowledge him, and he will make straight your paths.” This reminds us that humans are unpredictable and unreliable, but God’s guidance and word are constant and do not change. The verse tells us to let go of worry and control, and then trust that God will meet our needs and lead us in the right direction. In God We Trust means we must live by faith in all matters. We must trust that God will provide for us and that His timing and plans are good. Trust the Lord in everything- from your finances and relationships to your health and personal life. Today, we place more confidence in people and look to human leaders for answers. It’s natural to desire to trust leaders, especially when it comes to matters like money and security. Man is tangible and real. Someone we can see and touch is easier to comprehend and accept versus God, who is intangible and not physically visible. However, no leader, regardless of their intentions,

can fulfill the promises of security, prosperity, and peace for everyone. God’s promises are dependable, and His word does not change. The Bible encourages us to depend on God. He understands every aspect of our needs-physical, spiritual, and emotional. When we trust in God, we can find peace and clarity. Trusting God means we hold onto our beliefs in His wisdom and allow Him to be our guide. God provides a sense of stability that the world can’t provide. “In God We Trust” on our currency, reminds us that true security does not come from wealth or human leadership. It comes from recognizing that God is our ultimate provider regardless of challenges and uncertainties. When we focus on God, we let go of unnecessary worry because we trust and know that God is with us and knows best. We will still face difficult times, but we are reassured that we will not be alone, and He cares deeply for us. In this divided world, we must remember the wisdom of “In God We Trust”. It’s a call on our faith to believe in God, who is beyond humans. Trusting in God allows us to see past human limitations and find security in God’s Hands. By focusing on an infinite God versus a finite man, we can face challenges and obstacles with renewed hope and faith. We must trust God’s infinite power to meet our needs and direct our paths. So, rather than relying solely on what we can see, hear, touch, or who is in power, choose to trust the One God who holds all things in His hands. Y? Why Not! https://www.facebook.com/ywhynotshow/

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Illinois Education officials brace for lean fiscal year ahead By PETER HANCOCK Capitol News Illinois phancock@capitolnewsillinois.com SPRINGFIELD – Illinois Superintendent of Education Tony Sanders cautioned members of the State Board of Education Wednesday not to get their hopes up for any big increase in K-12 school funding next year. With economic forecasts projecting little or no growth in state revenues over the next year and growing demands for increased spending in other areas of state government, Sanders said the budget proposal he plans to bring to the board in January is likely to be modest. “I just want to level set for the board that as we bring in our budget proposal asking for an increase in education funding, it’s coming at a time there’s a lot of other fiscal pressures on state government,” Sanders said. “So we’re keeping that in mind in our preparation.” Sanders’ comments came after the board heard a briefing on the state’s financial outlook for the year ahead as well as summary of all the requests the agency has received for increased funding. For the current fiscal year, spending on elementary and secondary education is expected to total just under $11.2 billion, or about 20% of the state’s entire $55.1 billion General Revenue Fund Budget. Officials from the Commission on Government

Forecasting and Accountability, the nonpartisan fiscal staff of the General Assembly, told the board that economists are expecting weak job growth in the year ahead. They said that’s due in part to economic disruptions brought on by President Donald Trump’s tariff policy. They also said lower interest rates could result in reduced revenue for the state. And there is great uncertainty about how much money the state can expect to receive from the federal government due to changes in federal budget policies. “So, the bottom line overall is that without notable growth expected in the state’s primary resources, and with no significant one-time revenue streams on the horizon, … a relatively stagnant revenue outlook probably should be anticipated this fiscal year,” COGFA’s revenue manager Eric Noggle said. “So it’s not the best news for fiscal year ’27.” Education funding in Illinois Under the Evidence-Based Funding plan that lawmakers passed in 2017, K-12 education spending is supposed to increase by at least $350 million each year, with the new money targeted to the most underfunded school districts. That includes $300 million for direct educational expenses and $50 million for property tax relief grants in high-tax districts.

But the K-12 education budget also includes funding for costs outside the EBF formula, known as “mandated categorical” expenses. Those include transportation costs, special education expenses and funding for the state’s free lunch and breakfast program. Due to budget limitations, for the last several years the state has funded only a prorated portion of those costs, leaving local school districts to pay the remainder out of their own revenues. For the current fiscal year, the state budgeted to spend $1.17 billion for those mandated categorical expenses. But Andy Krupin, ISBE’s director of funding and disbursements, said preliminary estimates show it will take an additional $151.5 million next year just to keep the state’s prorated percentage of funding the same. Wednesday’s briefings were just a preview of the official budget request that Sanders will present to the board at its next meeting Jan. 14. That request will be submitted to Gov. JB Pritzker, who will take it into consideration as he prepares an overall budget proposal that he will submit to the General Assembly in February. Capitol News Illinois is a nonprofit, nonpartisan news service that distributes state government coverage to hundreds of news outlets statewide. It is funded primarily by the Illinois Press Foundation and the Robert R. McCormick Foundation.

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1151 E. 170th St., South Holland 708-331-8389 FAX 708.331.8374 Admin@ChristCommunityCOGIC.org ChristCommunityCOGIC.org PASTOR DR. CARL E. KING, SR. WORSHIP SERVICES SUNDAY Church School................................ 9:15 a.m. Worship Services ......................... 10:30 a.m. WEDNESDAY Bible Study…… .............................. 7:00 p.m.

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

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3134 Ridge Rd, Lansing 708-474-9610 www.firstchurchpca.org Morning Worship ............................ 9:30 a.m. Sunday School ............................. 11:00 a.m. Evening Worship ............................ 5:30 p.m.

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

WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday........................................... 9:00 a.m. Bible Study Sunday.......................10:30 a.m. Monday...........................................6:30 p.m. Saturday Prayer Service................ 9:00 a.m.

JESUS LIGHTHOUSE OF LOVE INTERNATIONAL MINISTRIES

19058 Burnham Ave, Lansing 312-206-1833 facebook.com/JLOLMinistries PASTOR EL CID ZOLLICOFFER PASTOR SHONNI ZOLLICOFFER WORSHIP SERVICES Sunday........................................... 11:00 a.m. Wed. Service on Facebook.............7:30 p.m. Women of Worship via Zoom 3rd Sat. @ 12 pm

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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.

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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.

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.

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RICHARD ZEKVELD 700 years before Jesus was born, Isaiah foretold his coming in Isaiah 9:6-7. “For to us a child is born, to us a son is given; and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Of the increase of his government and of peace there will be no end, on the throne of David and over his kingdom, to establish it and uphold it with justice and righteousness from this time forth and forevermore. The zeal of the LORD of hosts will accomplish this.” Isaiah piles up four titles for the coming king. ‘Wonderful Counselor’ refers to someone who shows up at a planning meeting with incredibly wise and strategic ideas that make everyone say, “Wow! That’s brilliant! Let’s listen to him.” His wise and strategic ideas ensure the success of the mission – in this case, to save lost people and

a broken world to thrive under God’s rule. This Wonderful Counselor also executes the mission perfectly by becoming human like us and dying for us on a cross. Who comes up with such a plan? Father, Son and Holy Spirit do! ‘Mighty God’ tells us Jesus is not only a man, but also God. The Son of God was God the Son, who eternally existed with the Father and the Spirit. ‘Everlasting Father’ means that, as a king, he will forever rule as a servant-leader who cares for his people like a good Father. ‘Prince of Peace’ means he brings shalom to us and our world – peace, well-being, and harmony between us and God, us and others, within ourselves, and even between us and the rest of creation. O come, let us adore him, Christ the Lord! Richard Zekveld, Pastor Covenant Fellowship Church cfcsh.org

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Real Estate Questions & Answers CATHY & JIM HIGGINS Question: Our buyers recently had a home inspection performed on my home. The inspector said the fireplace damper is broken. I haven’t used my fireplace in years. We have had 17 Christmases in our home, so I’m sure the damper was damaged by the fat guy in the red suit coming down our chimney. Why should I be responsible to make that repair? Answer: We assume you mean Santa Claus. I think the jolly old man who brings happiness to millions of children & families every year, deserves a bit more respect from you. Since Santa visits millions of homes every year, there are bound to be a few accidents. We once had a few roof shingles break off from what was probably caused by Santa and his reindeer team. Since Santa’s visits have been very special to our family, we consider this as normal Holiday maintenance and had no problem making the repairs.

Mr. Seller, the broken damper is a safety issue. Your new buyers have every right to insist that you fix the chimney damper. Failure to do so could terminate the contract on your home. We suggest you fix the safety issue with your home, move towards a successful closing and be happy knowing that your new buyers will be safe in their new Home. Here is something else you should know: Blaming Santa for this broken damper is most definitely going to put you on His “Naughty List.” We highly recommend you reconsider your accusations. E-mail us your Real estate questions at: Cathyah@aol.com. Thinking of Selling? Call Cathy & Jim Higgins: Ind: 219-577-5905 Ill: 708-828-3304. Licensed Broker/Realtors in Indiana & Illinois. McColly Real estate. Website: www.Cathyhiggins.com Personal Real estate Journal: www.Higginshousechat. blogspot.com

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Every year on December 31st, people around the world celebrate New Year’s Eve, the last day of the year. It’s a day to say “goodbye” to the old and “hello” to the new. Also known as Old Year’s Day or Saint Sylvester’s Day, New Year’s Eve is one of the most exciting holidays of the year. Some countries, such as the Philippines and Latvia, celebrate New Year’s Eve as a public holiday. In Japan, it’s a government holiday. In other countries, many businesses let their employees off of work early so that they can partake in the many festivities. Source: nationaldaycalendar.com

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With overflowing love and gratitude for the time they were given, we share that Jonathan Kraig Hoekstra, the firstborn son of Ethan and Grace Hoekstra, passed away peacefully on December 16, 2025, after eight precious days of life. Born on December 8, 2025, Jonathan arrived just one day before his scheduled induction, eager to meet the world. Though his time on earth was heartbreakingly brief, Jonathan filled his parents’ hearts with a love so profound it will last a lifetime. Through him, Ethan and Grace became parents—a bond that will never be broken. Jonathan spent his days wrapped in love and prayers as he bravely faced a battle far greater than his tiny body could bear. Jonathan went from loving arms of his parents directly into the arms of Jesus, where he now rests in perfect peace, free from pain and surrounded by eternal love. Jonathan is the beloved and deeply treasured son of Ethan and Grace Hoekstra. He is the cherished grandchild of Kraig and Roberta “Bobbi Jo” Sinclair and Darrin

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and Dianne Hoekstra, and the precious greatgrandchild of Robert and Jackie Spier, Robert Ducheneaux, Eydie Dykstra, Benjamin and Judy Hoekstra, and Bodie Dykstra. He is the dear nephew of Emily Sinclair, Alison Sinclair, Park Sinclair, Caleb Hoekstra, Jesse and Katie Hoekstra, and cousin Eloise Hoekstra. Jonathan was preceded in death by his great-grandmother, Linda Thompson, greatgrandfather, Ronald Sinclair, great-uncle, David Smith, and his great-aunt, Baby Jackie Spier. Visitation with family and friends will be held Friday, December 19, 2025, from 3:00–7:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, Indiana. A funeral service and burial will take place on Monday, December 22, 2025, at Saint Margaret’s Church in Kimball, South Dakota. Jonathan will forever be carried in the hearts of his family. Though their hearts ache in his absence, their love for him remains boundless and eternal. The family kindly asks that their privacy be respected as they grieve the loss of their precious firstborn son. Matthew 19:14 “Jesus said, ‘Let the little children come to me, and do not hinder them, for the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these.’”

Matthew T. Mikos, age 46, suddenly, of New Lenox, IL, passed away on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. Devoted father of Avalyn and Cian Mikos. Beloved son of Michael and Patricia Mikos. Dearest brother of Keith Mikos (Jenni Connor) and Kristi Junger (Mikos) (Michael Junger). Uncle of nieces and nephews (Lily ConnorMikos, Lincoln ConnorMikos, Raven Tierney, and Charlotte Junger); and loved nephew and cousin of many. Preceded in death by his grandparents Walter and Mary Mikos and George and Isabelle Streit. Matt grew up in Richton Park, attended Eastern Illinois University, and was a member of the Lamda Theta Phi Fraternity. He was a sheet metal worker with Local Union 73. Matt played rugby and enjoyed many other sports. He was a committed Chicago Bears and Chicago Cubs fan. Matt was loved by his family, and many friends, and will be truly missed. Memorial visitation Sunday, December 21, 2025, from 3:00 – 8:00 p.m. with a memorial

service to be held at 7:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home James E. Janusz Director, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane (Rt.30/ Pleasant Springs Ln.) Dyer, IN, with Pastor Jamie Deuser officiating. For further information, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www. SMITSFH.com

Mary Beth Terpstra, nee Vander Woude, age 84, of Cedar Lake, IN, went home to her Lord and Savior on Monday, December 15, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Robert A. Terpstra. Loving mother of Keith (Karen) Terpstra, Kimberly (John) Siniawski, Kevin (Debbie) Terpstra and the late Kenneth (Deb (Greg) Kikkert) Terpstra. Proud grandmother of 16 grandchildren and 29 great-grandchildren. Dear sister of the late John “Butch” Vander Woude, Lois (Bob) Vander Woude, Herman (late Betty) Vander Woude, Dale (Dolly) Vander Woude, late Glenn Vander Woude and Cheryl (Carl) Padding. Loving aunt of several nieces and nephews. Preceded in

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death by her parents Herman and Christine Vander Woude. Visitation, Saturday, December 20, 2025 from 10:00 a.m. until time of the funeral service at 1:00 p.m. at Smits Funeral Home, 2121 Pleasant Springs Lane, Dyer, IN. Interment at Chapel Lawn Memorial Gardens – Schererville, IN. Memorial contributions may be given to Faith Church – Cedar Lake. For further info, please contact 219-322-7300 or visit our online obituary and guestbook at www. SMITSFH.com

Beverly C. Petrovic, nee Larson, age 83, of Crete, IL, went home to her Lord and Savior on Wednesday, December 17, 2025. Beloved wife of the late Donald J. Petrovic. Loving mother of Susan (Larry) Zavis and Kristin (Dan) Sprouse. Devoted grandmother of Danielle, Austin, Nick, and Jenna. Preceded in death by her parents Thorsten and Gerda Larson. Beverly found great joy in life’s simple routines and meaningful connections. She often spent her time reading

the newspaper, watching her favorite game shows, and enjoying a piece of candy (she sure did have a sweet tooth!). She was proud of her Swedish heritage and traditions. She had a special love for birds and took delight in their presence, reflecting her gentle and observant nature. Her faith was central to her life, and she deeply cherished her church and the many friends she made there. She especially enjoyed gathering with friends for Bunco, where laughter and companionship filled the room. Visiting Minnesota held a special place in her heart, creating treasured memories she spoke of often. She will be remembered for her warmth, devotion, and appreciation for the simple pleasures that made life rich and full. She loved her family dearly and will be greatly missed.Visitation Monday, December 22, 2025 from 9:00 a.m. until the time of the funeral service at 11:00 a.m. at Redeemer Lutheran Church, 651 E 166th St, South Holland, IL. Interment Concordia Cemetery – Hammond, IN. Memorial contributions may be given to Redeemer Lutheran Church – 651 E 166th St, South Holland, IL. Arrangements entrusted to Smits Funeral Home – Dyer, IN. For further info please contact 219-322-7300 or visit www.SMITSFH.com

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REAL ESTATE FOR SALE • REAL ESTATE FOR SALE • REAL ESTATE FOR SALE • REAL ESTATE FOR SALE • REAL ESTATE FOR SALE • REAL ESTATE FOR SALE IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY, BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE CSMC 2021-RPLl TRUST Plaintiff vs. ALONA MATTHEWS; UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS Defendant 23 CH 9364 Calendar 63 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on January 12, 2026, at the hour 11:00 a.m., Intercounty’s office, 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, IL 60602, sell, in person, to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate: P.I.N. 29-12-103-051-0000. Commonly known as 305 Madison Avenue, Calumet City, IL 60409. The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 189.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file before bidding. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER THE ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff ’s Attorney, Diaz Anselmo & Associates P.A., 1771 West Diehl Road, Suite 120, Naperville, IL 60563. (630) 453-6960. 1496-194525 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3277534 ... IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION LAKEVIEW LOAN SERVICING, LLC Plaintiff vs. PARIS LEORA HIPPS; SECRETARY OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT

pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on April 24, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 8, 2026, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 16866 WAUSAU AVENUE, SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473 Property Index No. 29-22-307-002-0000 The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $103,750.29. Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

NOTICE OF SALE

Attorney Code. 40342

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on January 14, 2026, at the hour 11:00 a.m., Intercounty’s office, 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, IL 60602, sell, in person, to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate:

Case Number: 2024 CH 03277 TJSC#: 45-2962 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff ’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 2024 CH 03277 I3277630

The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 189.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file before bidding. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER THE ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

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For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff ’s Attorney, McCalla Raymer Leibert Pierce, LLP, 1 North Dearborn Street, Suite 1200, Chicago, Illinois 60602. 312-346-9088. 25-21090IL

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/1/2025, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www.auction.com, with the bidding window opening on January 5, 2026 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on 1/7/2026 at 10:00 AM subject to extension, and will sell at public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

Defendants 2024 CH 03277 16866 WAUSAU AVENUE SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that

P.I.N. 28-36-317-004-0000. Commonly known as 17832 RIDGEWOOD DRIVE, HAZEL CREST, IL 60429. The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 189.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file before bidding. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER THE ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff ’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Suite 1250, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 25-002048 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3278016 ... IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff ’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose.

Defendants. 2025CH00519 735 East 152nd Street, Phoenix, IL 60426

The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The judgment amount was $111,212.33 Sale Terms: Full Sale Terms are available on the property page at www.auction. com by entering 735 East 152nd Street into the search bar. If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, the winning bidder must pay the full bid amount within twenty-four (24) hours of the auction’s end. All payments must be certified funds. No third-party checks will be accepted. All bidders will need to register at www.auction. com prior to placing a bid. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a certificate of sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property, prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(l) and (g)(4). If this property is a con-

DEUTSCHE BANK NATIONAL TRUST COMPANY, AS TRUSTEE FOR MORGAN STANLEY ABS CAPITAL I INC. TRUST 2007-HE3 MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-HE3 Plaintiff, -v.CHERYL K. TURNER, HELEN M. HARRIS Defendants 2024CH05499 15250 HARPER AVE DOLTON, IL 60419 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 8, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 12, 2026, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/ or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court.

The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 189.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% (or 25% if so ordered in the Judgment of Foreclosure) down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file before bidding. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER THE ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff ’s Attorney, Codilis & Associates, P.C., 15W030 North Frontage Road, Suite 100, Burr Ridge, IL 60527. (630) 794-5300. 14-25-02583

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

Plaintiff, -v.BRANDON LEAK, VALARIE LEAK, VILLAGE OF SOUTH HOLLAND, UNKNOWN OWNERS GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS. Defendants. 2024CH10937 2111 E 172nd St, South Holland, IL 60473

The real estate is improved with a Single Family Residence. The judgment amount was $247,824.48 Sale Terms: Full Sale Terms are available on the property page at www.auction. com by entering 2111 E 172nd St into the search bar. If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, the winning bidder must pay the full bid amount within twenty-four (24) hours of the auction’s end. All payments must be certified funds. No third-party checks will be accepted. All bidders will need to register at www.auction.com prior to placing a bid. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to plaintiff and in “AS IS” condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a certificate of sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property, prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by the Condominium property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9 (g)(l) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiffs attorney: Kluever Law Group, LLC (312) 236-0077 please refer to file number SPS002402-24FC1. Auction.com, LLC 100 N LaSalle St., Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60602 - 872-225-4985 You can also visit www.auction. com. Attorney File No. SPS002402-24FC1 Case Number: 2024CH10937 NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, contact HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC Plaintiff ’s Attorneys, 601 E. William St., DECATUR, IL, 62523 (217) 422-1719. Please refer to file number 2011093. THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. HEAVNER, BEYERS & MIHLAR, LLC 601 E. William St. DECATUR IL, 62523 217-422-1719 Fax #: 217-422-1754 E-Mail: CookPleadings@hsbattys.com Attorney File No. 2011093 Attorney Code. 40387 Case Number: 24 CH 03319 TJSC#: 45-3074 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff ’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 24 CH 03319 I3278216 ... IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR RCF 2 ACQUISITION TRUST, PLAINTIFF, VS. ALTUS IG REAL ESTATE, LLC; KEVIN DUGAN; DEFENDANTS. CASE NO.: 2025CH08205 14722 INGLESIDE AVENUE DOLTON, IL 60419 CALENDAR: 60 NOTICE OF SALE

THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELLON FKA THE BANK OF NEW YORK, AS TRUSTEE FOR THE CERTIFICATEHOLDERS OF CWABS, INC., ASSET-BACKED CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2007-13

Property Index No. 29-11-110-007-0000

Plaintiff, -v.-

Defendants 24 CH 03319

SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on October 10, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 9, 2026, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 16821 CARRINGTON DR, SOUTH HOLLAND, IL 60473

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

The real estate is improved with a single family residence.

15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100

The judgment amount was $606,931.37.

Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation,

If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).

Commonly known as 14722 INGLESIDE AVENUE, DOLTON, IL 60419

16821 CARRINGTON DR

I3278058

The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information.

COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

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intercountyjudicialsales.com

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

I3278272

NENA R. JOHNSON-PATTERSON, CITY OF CHICAGO, CARRINGTON COVE COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 21, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 16, 2026, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff ’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876

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U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, AS TRUSTEE UNDER SECURITIZATION SERVICING AGREEMENT DATED AS OF FEBRUARY 1, 2006 STRUCTURED ASSET SECURITIES CORPORATION, STRUCTURED ASSET INVESTMENT LOAN TRUST MORTGAGE PASS-THROUGH CERTIFICATES, SERIES 2006-BNC1,

Property Index No. 29-25-210-031-0000

Terrell M. Tomlin; Shaniqua Tomlin; Unknown Own and Nonrecord Claimants

Commonly known as 387 Madison Ave., Calumet City, IL 60409.

COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

The real estate is improved with a residence.

P.I.N. 29-12-119-005-0000.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

Commonly known as 2111 E 172nd St, South Holland, IL 60473

I3278052

vs.

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on January 20, 2026, at the hour 11:00 a.m., Intercounty’s office, 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, IL 60602, sell, in person, to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate:

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IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

intercountyjudicialsales.com

Property Index No. 29-11-411-044-0000

25 CH 4132

I3278332

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INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

Plaintiff

Defendant

Case # 2024CH05499

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on 10/8/2025, an agent of Auction.com, LLC will conduct the Online Only auction at www.auction.com, with the bidding window opening on January 12, 2026 at 10:00 AM CDT and closing on 1/14/2026 at 10:00 AM subject to extension, and will sell at public sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate.

Commonly known as 15250 HARPER AVE, DOLTON, IL 60419

-v.Mary Smith; United States of America - Secretary of Housing and Urban Development; Unknown Owners and Nonrecord Claimants

For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff ’s Attorney, Manley Deas Kochalski LLC, One East Wacker Drive, Suite 1250, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (614) 220-5611. 25-007698

Freedom Mortgage Corporation

NOTICE OF SALE

Property Index No. 29-16-118-082-0000

UNKNOWN HEIRS AT LAW AND LEGATEES OF MICHAEL H. SPOONER, BMO BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION F/K/A BMO HARRIS BANK, N.A., VILLAGE OF SOUTH HOLLAND, SUSAN AVANT HOLLOWAY, GERALD NORDGREN AS SPECIAL REPRESENTATIVE FOR MICHAEL SPOONER, DECEASED, MICHAEL DAMIEN BERNARD, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS

Plaintiff,

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

-v.-

NOTICE OF SALE

CALENDAR 57

...

Plaintiff,

25 CH 3159Calendar 63

PHH Mortgage Corporation

Commonly known as 735 East 152nd Street, Phoenix, IL 60426

HUNTINGTON NATIONAL BANK S/B/M TO TCF NATIONAL BANK

NOTICE OF SALE

Plaintiff

Attorney File No. 24-0780

COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

TJSC#: 45-2680

Defendant

Attorney ARDC No. 00468002

Case Number: 2024CH05499

The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. >>. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than the mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 189.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file before bidding. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER THE ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

Chiquita N. Jordan, AKA Chiquita Jordan; The United States of America, Secretary of Housing and Urban Development

Attorney File No. 14-24-03503

CALENDAR 64

COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com

Attorney Code. 21762

Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

vs.

630-794-5300

25 CH 5775

Commonly known as 15127 Ashland Avenue, Harvey, IL 60426.

The Huntington National Bank

BURR RIDGE IL, 60527

Defendant

P.I.N. 29-17-100-046-0000.

Calendar 59

I3277564

Pat W. Murray, AKA Patricia Wiggins; Pamela O. Murray; First National Bank of Omaha

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS

E-Mail: ilpleadings@johnsonblumberg.com

intercountyjudicialsales.com

vs.

...

25 CH 4817

INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION

Plaintiff

I3277944

312-541-9710

Commonly known as 366 Luella Avenue, Calumet City, IL 60409.

as Trustee for the benefit of the Freddie Mac Seasoned Loans Structured Transaction Trust, Series 2019-2

Defendant

P.I.N. 29-12-208-038-0000.

dominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by the Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701 (C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information, contact Plaintiffs attorney: CODILIS & ASSOCIATES PC (630) 794-5300 please refer to file number 14-24-07712. Auction. com, LLC 100 N LaSalle St., Suite 1400, Chicago, IL 60602 - 872-225-4985 You can also visit www. auction.com. Attorney File No. 14-24-07712 Case Number: 2025CH00519 NOTE: PURSUANT TO THE FAIR DEBT COLLECTION PRACTICES ACT, YOU ARE ADVISED THAT PLAINTIFF’S ATTORNEY IS DEEMED TO BE A DEBT COLLECTOR ATTEMPTING TO COLLECT A DEBT AND ANY INFORMATION OBTAINED WILL BE USED FOR THAT PURPOSE.

Property Index No. 29-24-312-003-0000

The real estate is improved with a single family residence. The judgment amount was $149,267.02. Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 100% of the bid amount shall be paid in certified funds immediately by the highest and best bidder at the conclusion of the sale. The certified check must be made payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1).IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW.

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to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. Where a sale of real estate is made to satisfy a lien prior to that of the United States, the United States shall have one year from the date of sale within which to redeem, except that with respect to a lien arising under the internal revenue laws the period shall be 120 days or the period allowable for redemption under State law, whichever is longer, and in any case in which, under the provisions of section 505 of the Housing Act of 1950, as amended (12 U.S.C. 1701k), and subsection (d) of section 3720 of title 38 of the United States Code, the right to redeem does not arise, there shall be no right of redemption. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff ’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE

NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on May 19, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 29, 2026, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 15123 S. CORNELL AVE, DOLTON, IL 60419 Property Index No. 29-12-308-028-0000 The real estate is improved with a residence. Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse

You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100 BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-24-00748 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2024CH00933 TJSC#: 45-3144 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff ’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 2024CH00933 I3278822

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... IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF HOMEWARD OPPORTUNITIES FUND TRUST 2020-2 Plaintiff, -v.CA HOMES & PROPERTIES, LLC, CHRISTOPHER URBAN, ANETA URBAN, MALGORZATA MAKSWIEJ, DANIEL RUSZKIEWICZ, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS

You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff ’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales.

Defendants

CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

2025CH01157

15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100

18017 OAKWOOD AVENUE LANSING, IL 60438 NOTICE OF SALE PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on November 24, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 27, 2026, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate: Commonly known as 18017 OAKWOOD AVENUE, LANSING, IL 60438 Property Index No. 30-31-216-005-0000 The real estate is improved with a commercial property. Sale terms: If sold to anyone other than the Plaintiff, 25% down of the highest bid by certified funds at the close of the sale payable to The Judicial Sales Corporation. No third party checks will be accepted. The balance, in certified funds/or wire transfer, is due within twenty-four (24) hours. The subject property is subject to general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale.

BURR RIDGE IL, 60527 630-794-5300 E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-25-00382 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762 Case Number: 2025CH01157 TJSC#: 45-3167 NOTE: Pursuant to the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act, you are advised that Plaintiff ’s attorney is deemed to be a debt collector attempting to collect a debt and any information obtained will be used for that purpose. Case # 2025CH01157 I3278933 ... IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION WILMINGTON SAVINGS FUND SOCIETY, FSB, NOT ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS OWNER TRUSTEE FOR VERUS SECURITIZATION TRUST 2022-6

common interest community, the purchaser of the unit other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by subsection (g-1) of Section 18.5 of the Condominium Property Act. Sale terms: At sale, the bidder must have 10% (or 25% if so ordered in the Judgment of Foreclosure) down by certified funds, balance within 24 hours, by certified funds. No refunds. The property is sold AS IS subject to all liens or encumbrances. The property will NOT be open for inspection. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the circuit court case record, property tax record and the title record to verify all information before bidding. IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER THE ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(c) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. For information call Sales Department at Plaintiff ’s Attorney, Altman, Strautins & Kromm, LLC d/b/a Kluever Law Group, 200 North LaSalle Street, Suite 1880, Chicago, Illinois 60601. (312) 236-0077. SMS000901-23FC1 INTERCOUNTY JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION intercountyjudicialsales.com I3278975 ... IN THE CIRCUIT COURT OF COOK COUNTY, ILLINOIS COUNTY DEPARTMENT - CHANCERY DIVISION U.S. BANK TRUST NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, NOT IN ITS INDIVIDUAL CAPACITY BUT SOLELY AS TRUSTEE OF GREENE STREET FUNDING TRUST II Plaintiff, -v.CA HOMES, LLC, CHRISTOPHER URBAN, ANETA URBAN, OLMOS PRIVATE EQUITY INC., JAKUB PIECHNIK, KLU HOMES, LLC, UNKNOWN OWNERS AND NONRECORD CLAIMANTS Defendants 2025CH01087 14838 CHAMPLAIN AVENUE

general real estate taxes, special assessments, or special taxes levied against said real estate and is offered for sale without any representation as to quality or quantity of title and without recourse to Plaintiff and in ‘’AS IS’’ condition. The sale is further subject to confirmation by the court. Upon payment in full of the amount bid, the purchaser will receive a Certificate of Sale that will entitle the purchaser to a deed to the real estate after confirmation of the sale. The property will NOT be open for inspection and plaintiff makes no representation as to the condition of the property. Prospective bidders are admonished to check the court file to verify all information. If this property is a condominium unit, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale, other than a mortgagee, shall pay the assessments and the legal fees required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/9(g)(1) and (g)(4). If this property is a condominium unit which is part of a common interest community, the purchaser of the unit at the foreclosure sale other than a mortgagee shall pay the assessments required by The Condominium Property Act, 765 ILCS 605/18.5(g-1). IF YOU ARE THE MORTGAGOR (HOMEOWNER), YOU HAVE THE RIGHT TO REMAIN IN POSSESSION FOR 30 DAYS AFTER ENTRY OF AN ORDER OF POSSESSION, IN ACCORDANCE WITH SECTION 15-1701(C) OF THE ILLINOIS MORTGAGE FORECLOSURE LAW. You will need a photo identification issued by a government agency (driver’s license, passport, etc.) in order to gain entry into our building and the foreclosure sale room in Cook County and the same identification for sales held at other county venues where The Judicial Sales Corporation conducts foreclosure sales. For information, examine the court file, CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C. Plaintiff ’s Attorneys, 15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100, BURR RIDGE, IL, 60527 (630) 794-9876 THE JUDICIAL SALES CORPORATION One South Wacker Drive, 24th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606-4650 (312) 236-SALE You can also visit The Judicial Sales Corporation at www.tjsc.com for a 7 day status report of pending sales. CODILIS & ASSOCIATES, P.C.

Plaintiff

DOLTON, IL 60419

15W030 NORTH FRONTAGE ROAD, SUITE 100

vs.

NOTICE OF SALE

BURR RIDGE IL, 60527

ASHTON N. WHITE A/K/A ASHTON WHITE, UNKNOWN OWNERS GENERALLY, AND NON-RECORD CLAIMANTS

630-794-5300

Defendant

CALENDAR 58

PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure and Sale entered in the above cause on December 11, 2025, an agent for The Judicial Sales Corporation, will at 10:30 AM on January 28, 2026, at The Judicial Sales Corporation, One South Wacker, 1st Floor Suite 35R, Chicago, IL, 60606, sell at public in-person sale to the highest bidder, as set forth below, the following described real estate:

NOTICE OF SALE

PIN: 29-10-222-061-0000

Case Number: 2025CH01087

PUBLIC NOTICE is hereby given that pursuant to a Judgment of Foreclosure entered in the above entitled cause Intercounty Judicial Sales Corporation will on February 2, 2026, at the hour 11:00 a.m., Intercounty’s office, 120 West Madison Street, Suite 718A, Chicago, IL 60602, sell, in person, to the highest bidder for cash, the following described mortgaged real estate:

Commonly known as 14838 CHAMPLAIN AVENUE, DOLTON, IL 60419

TJSC#: 45-3180

P.I.N. 29-03-417-049-0000.

23 CH 7973

Commonly known as 729 E. 144th St., Dolton, IL 60419. The real estate is: single family residence. If the subject mortgaged real estate is a unit of a

Property Index No. 29-10-222-061-0000 (14838 Champlain Ave) The real estate is improved with a commercial property.

E-Mail: pleadings@il.cslegal.com Attorney File No. 14-25-00387 Attorney ARDC No. 00468002 Attorney Code. 21762

Op-Ed: Don’t let Illinois slide backward on disability services By JOSH EVANS President & CEO, Illinois Association of Rehabilitation Facilities (IARF) For years, Illinois was known as a state that chronically underfunded services for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (I/DD). Direct Support Professionals (DSPs) — the essential workers who provide daily care, skill building, medication assistance, and community access — were paid wages that made retention nearly impossible. People with disabilities faced yearslong waiting lists, limited community options, and instability in the support system they depend on to live safe and meaningful lives. In recent years, however, that narrative began to change. Under the Pritzker administration, and with bipartisan support in the General Assembly, Illinois has made steady and substantial progress. We have raised DSP wages, serviced more Illinoisans under the Ligas Consent Decree, and taken major steps to stabilize a workforce that is the backbone of community inclusion. We cannot let that progress slip away. Beginning Jan. 1, 2026, the state intends to reduce funded DSP service hours in 24-hour Community Integrated Living Arrangements (CILAs). These homes support more than 10,000 adults with I/DD — people who rely on trusted staff to help them navigate each day. The planned cuts would reduce critical hours of support, especially for individuals with the most complex behavioral or medical needs. This is not an abstract policy shift. It means fewer opportunities to hold a job, socialize, or simply participate in the community. It means providers — already facing workforce shortages — will have to stretch staff even thinner, fueling burnout and turnover. As with many decisions in state government, this cut was meant to be temporary — a budget placeholder until Illinois is ready to fully fund a better model known as “Zero Hour” staffing. That model ensures providers have the resources needed to staff homes 24/7, something everyone agrees is long overdue. But cutting hours now, only to add hours later, makes no fiscal or operational sense. It needlessly destabilizes people’s lives.

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LANSING, IL

Four cemetery lots next to each other in Oakland Memory Lanes in Dolton. Price negotiable. Call 407-709-5285 Snow Blower 5hp Two Stage, Like New, Runs Great $150; Snow Blower Single Stage, Like-new, Runs great $115; Both have electric start. Dyer area 708-837-9814. Please leave message. Shih Tzu Puppies for sale, $800 each, Puppies are 2 months old with first shots. Puppies available 11/15/25. Call Karen at 708-7319137 Grandpa’s golf collection - PING putters $49, golf balls $6/dozen and up, kids sets $39, senior TI-Drivers $49, display sports shadow boxes, $39. Call 708-3393429 for more info. South Holland Spring mounted Rocking Horse made by Hedstrom. Called Black Stallion. Classic children’s toy for ages 2 to 6. Great condition. $60 Call or text. 708-673-9361 Vintage (60’s) 27” Ranger style bike. Has tank with Ranger printed on it . A bit rusty, pedal missing, luggage rack bent. $100. Lansing area. 708-3025256 Lighted Christmas Tree. Seven feet, six inches tall. Great condition. $40 Call or text 708-673-9361 Zebra Finches For sale $25 each Call 7083729615

Butterball Turkey Frier $30; Cuisinart Bread Maker $35; Dell Printer $20; Sony Walkman $8; Halloween & Xmas Ceramic Houses $10-$20 ea; Hoover Vac, $12; Beach Towels $1; Dunlop GOlf Clubs $40; Mandolin Slicer $15 new; 70’ x 1/2” EMT Conduit $20; Backgammon Game $12; G Foreman Grill $12; Trailer Tire 4.8” x 12” Mounted, $8. Call 708-877-6088 Steamer travel trunk, 1890’s dome top , excellent condition, $175.00. Avon flashing Santa, boxed.. $20.00 708-645-4245

Wanted REHOMING 7 MONTH OLD AMERICAN BULLY PUPS. Pet Home Only. Great Temperaments, Friendly, Playful, Social and Very Healthy. Up to date on Vaccinations. 2 Males, 2 Females serious Inquiries Only. Parents on Premises. $250 Obo. 773-457-9616

WANTED: OLD BEER CAN COLLECTIONS AND OLD POP CAN COLLECTIONS. CASH PAID.219-730-9624 Looking for DEGAN OR MUSSER VIBRAPHONE CALL 219-801-0955 WANTED - As many can of salmon fish as you have. 219-801-0955 WANTED: Electric chainsaws and as many chains as you have. Exterior Brown Paint. 219-801-0955