Evelyn B. Babich

Evelyn B. Babich (nee Krohn), age 95, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 24, 2013 with her loving family surrounding her.

Evelyn is survived by her son, William (Helen) Babich; daughter-in-law Linda (the late Richard) Babich; four grandchildren, Kari (Bill) Bavirsha, Craig, Peter and Anthony Babich; two great-grandchildren, Kaitlyn and Brandon Bavirsha; and the children of her niece, Norman, Douglas, Lisa, Sheila and Marla.

Preceded in death by her beloved husband, William "Willie" Babich; her daughter Judith (Darwin) Anderson; parents Stanley and Eva (nee Larson-Krohn) Dulny; brother Stanley "Bud" Dulny; sister, Madeline (nee Krohn) Martin; and a niece raised as a daughter, Roberta (Norman) Rowley.

Evelyn worked as a secretary for the Elwood Ordinance Plant, Fairmont Grade School and Channahon Junior High. She was a longtime parishioner at St. John Lutheran Church in Joliet. Evelyn was happiest when surrounded by her loving family. She was very proud of her grandchildren and enjoyed the laughter when the family was all together, especially during "family game night." Evelyn is remembered fondly for her quick wit and amazing faith.

The family would like to offer a special thank you to the staff at Rosewood Care Center, Presence St. Joseph Medical Center and Joliet Area Community Hospice for their excellent care and compassion.

In lieu of flowers, memorials to St. John Lutheran Church in Joliet would be appreciated.

A Celebration of Evelyn's life will begin on Wednesday, August 28, 2013 at St. John Lutheran Church in Joliet, with a lie-in-state period from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service to take place at 10:00 a.m. Visitation will be on Tuesday, August 27, 2013 from 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Rd, Joliet.