Victoria ‘Vicky’ Newcomer
Victoria ‘Vicky’ Newcomer (nee Bender), age 55, of Hodgkins, formerly of Oswego and Forest Park, passed away unexpectedly on January 9, 2019 at home. Beloved mother of Dan and Brian; dear daughter of Gene Bender and Arlene (Vic) Cejka; cherished sister of Mary (Brian) Rivet, Jim (Jelena) Cejka and Victor (Jenny) Cejka; cherished step-sister of Sue McFadden; devoted lifelong best friend of Betty; she will also be missed by many nieces, nephews, aunts, uncles, and cousins. She especially loved her past furry companions, Precious, Wrinkles, and Holly. Vicky was preceded in death by her paternal and maternal grandparents, many aunts, uncles and other relatives. Vicky was born August 29, 1963, the daughter of Gene Bender and Arlene Cejka (nee Baca). Vicky formerly worked as a school bus monitor, which she was very passionate about. In her early years, she was a photography enthusiast, capturing many family memories that will last forever. She was very proud of her two sons, Dan and Brian, and often spoke highly of them and loved them with her whole heart. She was exceptionally involved in her children’s childhood education, starting Santa’s Workshop and initiating other projects to benefit all children at her children’s school. Her pastime hobbies included home decorating, crafts, photography, gardening, fishing, and was a Beanie Baby collector. Vicky found peace and solace in spending time at the lake in Wisconsin, and she enjoyed working on her family tree. Visitation 2 to 6pm Sunday, January 13th at Hallowell & James Funeral Home, 1025 W. 55th St., Countryside. Meet at the funeral home 9:15am Monday, January 14th for prayers and procession to 10am Funeral Mass at Holy Trinity Church, 111 S. Cass Ave., Westmont. Interment private. In lieu of flowers, memorials may be made to a charity of choice.
For Service Information: 708-352-6500
Dear cousin you are now free of all pain. You will truly be missed by all of us who are left behind. Until we meet again…
So very sorry for your unexpected loss.
Sincerlythe rivet famly
Mary, you and your family are in my thoughts and in my heart as you grieve this unthinkable loss.
Dearest Cousin~
May our Heavenly Father keep you surrounded by his love. You will be missed. Love you
My dear niece, you will always be in our hearts but now in the Lords hands. You will be missed. Uncle Al & Aunt Norma
Dan & Brian l am so sorry for your loss. I will keep your family in my prayers
My beloved cousin,
You have always been like my little sister. You’re finally free of all that pain & suffering and at peace with Our Lord. You will be missed by many. Love Bonnie
You were always a person that cherished everything you do. You will be missed. Gracie and I were so sad to hear about your passing.
Dan, Brian, my thoughts and prayers go out to your family
My beloved cousin,
You’ve been like my little sister who I’m going to truly miss. God has you in his loving care, were you’re finally at peace. Love Always Bonnie
Vickies Family, Kids, Mr. Bender, and Arlene Sisters and Brothers. I am so sorry for your loss. I just found out today that Vickie had passed. I will remember the fun times we had when we were kids. I will always remember how we use to put on shows for our parents and dance and sing. I saw her a few years back it was very nice to see her and reconnect. We were able to catch up on our lives, and she told me how proud she was of her boys and happy they grew up to be good men. She is at peace now. May she Rest in Peace and God be with her.
You are all in my prayers.
Mary Jo Downey
Dearest family of Vicky, I will have the fondest memories of her forever and soooo sorry to hear of her passing. We had a lot of great times when she came to Kansas! Thinking of you all! Love to all!