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241 West 2nd Avenue, New Lenox, IL 60451
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241 West 2nd Avenue, New Lenox, IL 60451
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James Biesen Obituary
Jim R. Biesen, 71, late New Lenox. Beloved husband of Robin Biesen née Rady. Loving father of Erin (Jason) Moncek, Eric (Becki Hoffman) Biesen. Proud paw of Benjamin and Hank. Caring brother of John (Maryanne), Marilyn (Bob) Stone, the late Bill (Pam) Biesen. Kind brother in law, uncle, an friend of many.
Memorial gathering will be held Monday, September 08, 2025, 10:00 AM until time of Mass of Christian Burial 11:00 AM at St. Jude’s Catholic Church, 241 W 2nd Ave, New Lenox, IL 6045. A livestream of the Funeral Mass will be available at this link .
In lieu of flowers, please consider a memorial contribution to Legacy Ranch - Lockport, Illinois via https://thelegacyranch.networkforgood.com/projects/110671-main-giving-page
Funeral Arrangements entrusted to Vandenberg Funeral Home - Tinley Park.
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Upcoming Events
Sep
8
Visitation
10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
St. Jude Catholic Church
241 West 2nd Avenue, New Lenox, IL 60451
Send FlowersSep
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Service
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
St. Jude Catholic Church
241 West 2nd Avenue, New Lenox, IL 60451
Send FlowersServices provided by
Vandenberg Funeral Home - Tinley ParkOnly 12 hours left for delivery to next service.