Raymond P. Yasko
September 21, 1929 — August 25, 2016
Raymond P. Yasko passed away peacefully August 25, 2016 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home surrounded by his family.
Born September 21, 1929 in Joliet, IL. Raymond was a U.S. Army Veteran, having served during the Korean Conflict.
He was a former employee of Illinois Bell Telephone retiring after 38 years of service. He later worked part time for J.D. Brown and Co.
Ray was a warm, loving, supportive husband, father, and grandfather. He enjoyed the company of his family, a good book, and good food.
Ray was married for 66 years to the love of his life, Marian (nee Kundid). Together they raised three daughters whom he adored; Catherine (Robert "Blackie") Blackburn and Joy (David Curtis) of Joliet and Sue (Benita Benigni) of Portland, OR. He was a loving and generous grandfather to Jason Blackburn (Kim Bechtolt-Zweibohmer) of Portland, OR and Gabriel Blackburn of Chicago, IL.
Preceded in death by his parents, John and Mary (nee Onofrey); brother, John Jr.; and nephew, Ricky;
He is survived by his twin brother, Richard Yasko of Elwood, IL, nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends all of whom meant a great deal to him and gave him great joy.
Donations in Raymond’s name to a charity of your choice would be greatly appreciated.
Funeral services for Raymond will begin on Monday, August 29, 2016 with a visitation from 12:00 p.m. until the time of chapel service at 1:00 p.m. at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Rd, Joliet, IL 60435. Interment of cremated remains at a later date at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood. Per Raymond’s wishes, cremation rites have been accorded.