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Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
Douglas R. Harmon
Dec 12, 2024
Douglas R. Harmon, age 66, entered into eternal life, suddenly, on Thursday, December 12th, 2024.
Douglas is survived by his devoted wife of 33 years, Mary Ellen Harmon (Frankovich), adoring children, Alana and Austin Harmon, brother Steve (Kathy) Harmon, and many cherished nieces, nephews and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his father, Robert H. Harmon, mother, Joanne E. Harmon-Davis (Northrup), and...
Elvira Hernandez
Jan 12, 2025
Elvira Hernandez of Joliet, age 90, passed away peacefully on January 12, 2025 while under the compassionate care of The Alden Courts of Shorewood. Elvira was born to her parents Victor Huerta and Lucia (nee Esquivel) Huerta in San Nicolas, Mexico on January 25, 1934.
Elvira lived her life dedicated to her family. While her husband Justino worked two jobs to...
Marc Lee Mitok
Jan 10, 2025
Marc Lee Mitok, age 55, passed away on Friday, January 10, 2025, in Joliet, IL. He was born on November 28, 1969, to Rick Mitok and the late Patsy Mitok. Marc is preceded in death by his beloved mother and his brother, Michael Mitok.
Marc will be lovingly remembered by his father, Rick Mitok, as well as his aunts, uncles, nieces,...
Paul Govednik
Jan 8, 2025
Paul Joseph Govednik of Braidwood, IL, age 67, passed away suddenly in his home on January 8, 2025. Paul was born in Joliet, IL on January 11, 1957 to his parents William and Diane (nee Salopek) Govednik.
Paul was a proud union Ironworker and member of Local #444 for over thirty years. He and his father, together, built his home in...
Janice Elaine Swank
Jan 7, 2025
Janice Elaine Swank (Kempke) 85 of Crest Hill, passed away on January 7, 2025 at her home surrounded by her loving family. Her family has been left with a void that will never be filled.
Janice was born in Joliet on May 14, 1939 to Leonard and Lucielle Kempke (Boyd). She remained in the Joliet area her entire life.
Janice retired from...
Michele Frausto-Marquardt
Jan 2, 2025
Michele Frausto-Marquardt of Joliet, age 61, passed away at St. Joseph Hospital after a devastatingly brief illness while surrounded by her loving family on January 2, 2025. Michele was born in Joliet, IL, the daughter of Richard and Pamela (nee Phelps) Frausto, on November 19, 1963.
Michele lived her life with steadfast commitment to faith, family, Dodger baseball, and caring for...
Ross Alan Neitzel
Jan 2, 2025
Ross Alan Neitzel, age 82 of Elwood, IL, born July 15, 1943 in Santa Maria Ca. passed away peacefully on Thursday, January 2, 2025 at Lightways Hospice.
He is survived by his wife, Carol (Hayducak) Neitzel of Elwood, IL.; and his son, Todd Neitzel of Greers Ferry, Ark. He was married to Carol for 41 years.
Alan was the son of Darlene...
Francine J. Martens
Dec 30, 2024
Francine Martens (Huml) 76, of Joliet, IL, passed away on December 30, 2024, after a long battle with breast cancer. She was born on October 29, 1948, to Joseph and Rosemary Huml. In 1969, Francine married Arthur Martens and together they had two daughters, Arden Martens (husband, Al) and Joanne Stein (husband, Tim). She was a loving grandmother to Elizabeth...
MaryAnn Ballak
Dec 29, 2024
MaryAnn Ballak, age 84, a lifelong resident of Joliet, IL passed away on December 29, 2024 at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet. She was born to James and Mary (nee Mikulasko) Ballack on March 16, 1940.
MaryAnn was born and raised in Joliet, graduating as a member of the class of 1958 from Joliet Township High School. After high school, MaryAnn...
Paul T. Brown
Dec 28, 2024
Paul T. Brown, age 68, passed away on December 28, 2024 in the comfort of his own home while on hospice care for an extended illness. Paul was raised in Lockport, Illinois before becoming a resident of Joliet, Illinois.
Paul spent many years employed as a carpenter. He loved to fish and hunt, especially hunting for bargains at area flea markets.
He...
Moises Perez Maldonado
Dec 28, 2024
Moisés Maldonado, age 74, of Joliet, Illinois, passed away on December 28, 2024, surrounded by his loving family and dear friends. Born in Mexico City, Moisés was the son of Moisés Maldonado Arteaga and Emelia Pérez Luna.
He was preceded in death by his parents, his brother Jaime, sister Teresa, and granddaughter Amber Diaz.
Moisés leaves behind his beloved wife, Teresa, sister...
Sayboua Ngonekeo
Dec 28, 2024
Sayboua Ngonekeo, (nee Phraboriboun), age 64 of Joliet, IL found eternal light on December 28th 2024, with her loving family by her side.
Sayboua is survived by her loving husband of 43 years, Phoukhaokham Ngonekeo; her loving children, Sanita (Richard) Ngonekeo, Jina (Steve) Goudeau, Peter Ngonekeo, Mary Meszaros and Robert Ngonekeo. Bonus son Walter Pena. Her greatest gifts that she loved...
Martin R. Carroll
Dec 27, 2024
Martin R. Carroll, age 71 passed away peacefully at Eden Vista Rock Run MC under care of Lightways Hospice after a long battle with Alzheimer's on Friday, December 27,2024. The family would like to send their heartfelt gratitude to the staff of Eden Vista Rock Run MC and Lightways Hospice in Joliet for their excellent care. Born on December 30,...
Sally Polesel
Dec 27, 2024
It is with heavy and broken hearts that we announce the passing of our dear sister Sally Ann Marie Polesel, who returned to the Lord on December 26, 2024.
She was born in Joliet, IL to Peter and Virginia (nee Chmielewski) Polesel on June 19, 1954. A very special date and honor to always share her birthday with her father for...
Oralia Marcano
Dec 26, 2024
Oralia Marcano, age 66, passed away peacefully on Thursday, December 26, 2024.
Oralia was a loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, and friend whose presence will be deeply missed by all who knew her.
She is survived by her beloved husband, Robert Marcano; three sons: Robert Marcano Jr., Angel Marcano, and Erick Marcano; her daughter, Shana Marcano; and her brother, Gustavo Rodriguez. Oralia...
Juliann McMahon
Dec 26, 2024
Juliann “Julie” Marie McMahon of Oswego, 69 years of age, passed away peacefully after an extended illness at Rush Copley Medical Center in Aurora, IL on Thursday, December 26, 2024. Julie was born to her parents Michael and Lillian (nee Gerardi) Steczo in Evergreen Park, IL on April 30, 1955.
Julie was raised in Roseland, IL and graduated from Fenger High...
John Peter Zizzo
Dec 23, 2024
John Peter Zizzo, 77, passed away on Monday, December 23, 2024.
John was born on July 18, 1947 in Chicago, IL to his late parents, John “Torpedo” and Catherine (nee Ponticelli) Zizzo. John was known for his strong love for his family, old cars, car shows, sports and casinos.
John is survived by his three loving daughters: Katherine (the late August) Granzig...
John DelRose
Dec 20, 2024
John DelRose, age 72 of Plainfield, passed away on December 20, 2024, after an extended illness, in his Plainfield home while surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 22, 1952 in Joliet, IL to his parents Pasquale DelRose and Rosemary DelRose (nee Sears).
John and his wife Rose enjoyed forty-seven years of marriage together before his passing. The...
Audrey Marie Spyrnal
Dec 16, 2024
Audrey M. Spyrnal (nee Zdych), age 76, late of the East Side and formerly of Burnside, entered into eternal life suddenly on Monday, December 16, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years, Ronald R. Spyrnal, her parents, Thaddeus and Tillie (nee Zivkovich) Zdych, and her brother Robert Zdych.
Audrey is survived by her devoted son Thaddeus...
Drew Sebastian Abernathy
Dec 13, 2024
Drew Sebastian Abernathy, 35, of Joliet, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 13, 2024. His sudden passing has left a deep sorrow in the hearts of all who knew him.
He was a vibrant, compassionate person with an infectious smile and an open heart. Drew’s warmth, generosity, and unwavering loyalty made him a beloved husband, friend, brother, son, and confidant....
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