James E. McAsey

James E. McAsey, age 87, of Joliet, passed away peacefully with his loving family at his side on Monday, November 10th, 2014 after a brief illness.

Devoted and loving father of James (Ellen) McAsey, Mary (Rodger) Parsons, Lynn (Dave) Johnston, and Patty (Al) Toth; dearest grandfather of, Christine (Pat) Smith, Jim (Ammie) McAsey, Dr. Craig (Emily) McAsey, Mary (Scott) Pedersen, David Johnston, Corey, Brandon and Justin Toth; loving great-grandfather of, Mike and Tom Smith and Claire McAsey; dearest brother-in-law of, Srs. Margaret and Patricia McGuckin, Maureen Mueller and Joseph McGuckin. Many dear nieces, nephews, cousins and friends also survive.

Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Mary (McGuckin) McAsey (2007); his parents, Edward and Marie McAsey; his in-laws, Joseph and Caroline McGuckin; his brothers Joseph and Vincent McAsey; his brother-in-law Walter Mueller; and sisters-in-law; Joan Rommel and Theresa McGuckin.

Jim graduated from Lockport Township High School, served in the United States Navy, and retired from Caterpillar Tractor Co.

Jim always had the biggest smile and loved life. He will be deeply missed by his family who loved him dearly.

The McAsey family expresses its sincere gratitude to the staff of Loyola University Hospital, Our Lady of Angels Retirement Home and the Joliet Area Community Hospice for the wonderful and loving care Jim received during his illness.

In lieu of flowers, memorials in Jim's name for the Sisters of St Francis Retirement Fund @1433 Essington Road, Joliet, Illinois 60435 or the Joliet Area Community Hospice @ 250 Water Stone Circle, Joliet, Illinois 60431 would be appreciated.

Per Jim's wishes, cremation rites have been respectfully addressed. A private memorial mass and inurnment will be held at a later date.