Joliet, IL Obituaries

Apr 17, 2014

Marie C. Matlak-Klimek (nee Vella), age 87, at peace in Heaven on Thursday, April 17, 2014. Marie is survived by her loving husband of 38 years, David B. Klimek; one sister, Kay (the late Ross) Margentina; stepchildren, Gerald (Joan) Klimek, Claudine (Mike) Roderick, and Ron Klimek; grandchildren, Ben (Beth) Klimek, Katie Klimek, and R.J. Roderick; special nieces, Sandra Anderson...

Apr 17, 2014

Arlyn L. Papesh (nee Kohlhagen), age 79, at rest on Thursday, April 17, 2014. Survived by her loving children, Mike, Pat (Karen), Tony (Cheryl) and David (Barb Zanio) Papesh; grandchildren, Kelly, Kristin, Lauryn, Sheila, and Dan; siblings, Donis (the late Frank) Suski and John (JoAnn) Kohlhagen; sister-in-law Pat (the late James) Kohlhagen; and a close niece, Nikki. Numerous nieces,...

Apr 15, 2014

Paul J. Vargo, age 60, at rest on Tuesday, April 15, 2014 surrounded by his loving family and friends. Paul is survived by his loving wife of 41 years, Nancy (nee Hockey) Vargo; "the kids," Beverly Johnson, Sharleen (Shawn) Hill, Steven Vargo; a special goddaughter, Christina Vargo; grandchildren, Alisha Johnson, and Sawyer Hill; one brother, John "Jack" Vargo Jr....

Apr 12, 2014

Lilia M. Munoz (nee Molina) age 92, died peacefully on Saturday, April 12, 2014, surrounded by her loving family.

Born on January 13,1922, in Alice, TX to the late Luciano and Martina (nee Chapa) Molina. Lilia is survived by her loving daughters, Eloisa (Emilio) Abeyta of Lubbock, TX, Gloria (Albert) Barajas of Aurora IL, Alicia (fiancé, Jose...

Apr 10, 2014

Patricia R. Daffara (nee Biesiada), at rest on Thursday, April 10, 2014. Patricia is survived by her loving children, Michael (Pam) West and Debbie Berry; cherished grandchildren, Courtney (the late John) Simpson, Shawn (fiancee Adrianna) West, and Dru Berry; dear great-grandchildren, Kerrigan Simpson, Easton West, and Kiley Van Leeuwen; and good friends, Jyme Ann and Jim Perry. Preceded in...

Apr 8, 2014

Rosetta V. Wizorek (nee Carpenter), age 96, at rest on Tuesday, April 8, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. Rosetta is survived by her children, Maxine Wizorek and William (Marlene) Wizorek; grandchildren, Barbara (Larry) Menegon and William J. (Cherie) Wizorek Jr.; great-grandchildren, Eric Wizorek; and sister-in-law, Jean Carpenter. Numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews also survive. Preceded in death...

Apr 6, 2014

Cynthia D. Sakitjakis (nee Martinez), at rest on Sunday, April 6, 2014 with her loving family by her side. Cynthia is survived her beloved husband of 31 years, Panagiotis; her loving children, Dimitris (Sanah), Diane, and Constantinos (Amber); cherished grandchild, Yiannis; and parents, Manuel and Rosalie Martinez. A Celebration of Cynthia's life will begin on Thursday, April 10, 2014...

Apr 2, 2014

Ronald G. Fleig, late of Crest Hill, at rest on Wednesday, April 2, 2014. Ron was a life time member of the VFW Cantigny Post #367, the American Legion Post #1080, and the Park Ridge VFW #3579. Survived by his sister-in-law, Denise (LeRoy) Esposito and numerous nieces and nephews. Preceded in death by his wife Janet T. (nee Brady)...

Apr 1, 2014

Shelba Latham-Rico, age 58, entered eternal life on Tuesday, April 1, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. Shelba is survived by her beloved husband of 25 years, Juan H. Rico; children, Michael D. Latham, Johnny Ray Latham; grandchildren, Alexa Latham, David, Sabrina, Alexus, Mariah, Juan, Sydney Rico; siblings, Patsy (Jim) Grant, Danny (Debby) Latham, Jerry (Sylvia) Latham, Pam (Armando)...

Mar 31, 2014

Lewis Meyers, Age 89, entered eternal life on Monday, March 31, 2014. Lewis is survived by his beloved daughter, Nancy Lou Meyers; brothers-in-law and sisters-in-law MaryAnn (Joseph) Pluth (nee Horvat), Dorothy (the late Joseph) Lakotich, Delores (the late Leonard) Suhadolc, Theresa (Nicholas) Rousonelos, Robert (Joanne) Horvat, and Raymond (Gladys) Horvat. Also survived by numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins. Preceded...

Mar 31, 2014

Brian C. Hastings, age 26, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 31, 2014 comforted by the love of numerous family members and friends. Brian is survived by his loving parents, Tom and Linda (nee Stiglich) Hastings; his brother, Nick Hastings; grandparents, Larry and Helen Hastings, and Frank Stiglich; three aunts, Carol (John) Carroll, Mary (Phil) Kubinski and Sue (Tony)...

Mar 31, 2014

Charles D. Bernard, age 57, passed away peacefully at home on Monday, March 31, 2014 after a courageous three year battle with cancer. Chuck, a wonderful husband and father, is survived by his loving wife of 32 years Mary Kay (nee A'Hearn); and three sons, Matthew, Jacob and Zachary Bernard; his parents, Theodore and Joyce Bernard of Knoxville, TN;...

Mar 31, 2014

David E. Conner, Age 86, entered eternal life on Monday, March 31, 2014 with his loving wife by his side. David is survived by his wife, Theresa (nee Starasinich); children, David (Denise), Chris (Michelle), Barbara (Scott); and numerous grandchildren and great-grandchildren. Preceded in death by his parents, John and Gladys (nee Edwards); sisters, Grace Sebby, Marge Nerkins, and Merry...

Mar 27, 2014

Carol J. Sivitskis (nee Ausec), Age 73, entered eternal life on Thursday, March 27, 2014 with her loving family by her side. Carol is survived by her loving daughter, Jill Sivitskis; brother, Leon "Rocky" (Sharon) Ausec; sister, Peggy (Peter) Stump; sisters-in-law, Junie (William) Ausec, Felice Sivitskis, and Jill (the late Anthony) Romer; and special niece, Kathleen Beveridge. Carol was...

Mar 22, 2014

Albert E. Gregory, Age 96, entered eternal life on Saturday, March 22, 2014. Albert is survived by his loving wife of 65 years; Mary Ann (nee Mihelic) numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces and great-nephews. Preceded in death by his parents; Francis and Frances (nee Siegal) Gregorich; brothers; Frank, Joseph, and Aloysius, and sisters; Rose, Amelia, Elizabeth, Mary, Chris, and Tillie....

Mar 22, 2014

John W. Emery, age 86, passed away peacefully, on Saturday, March 22, 2014. John is survived by his beloved wife of 60 years, Catherine (nee Anzelc) Emery; his loving children, son Robert J (Lynne) Emery and Daughter Diane M Emery; grandchildren, J Ryan and Tyler Anne M Emery. Preceded in death by his parents, Eva and Ray Emery; one...

Mar 21, 2014

Maria Basilia M. Hernandez, age 73, passed away suddenly on Friday, March 21, 2014 surrounded by her loving family. Basilia is survived by her beloved children, Gabriel (Patricia Contreras) Hernandez, Osvaldo "Red" (Nancy) Hernandez, Juan M. (Yolonda Munoz) Hernandez; granddaughters, Brianna and Celeste Hernandez; two brothers, Mauro Martinez and Claro Martinez; and one sister, Maqrina Martinez. Preceded in death...

Mar 21, 2014

Edward James Jesionowski, Age 86, entered eternal life on Friday, March 21, 2014. Edward is survived by his loving children, Norbert (Carol), Catherine (Robert) Cavanaugh, Teresa (Raymond) Protich, and James (Teresa); ten cherished grandchildren; and eight beloved great-grandchildren. Edward was also the uncle, cousin, and brother-in-law to many. Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Alice (nee Kordas); four...

Mar 19, 2014

Margaret M. Bauer Margaret M. Bauer nee Nedelsky, age 91 years, passed away Wednesday, March 19, 2014 at her residence, surrounded by her loving family. Survived by her 5 sons, Tom (Wendy), Greg (Helen), Dave, Larry (Annette) and Phil (Patti) Bauer; 3 daughters, Virginia, Theresa and Cynthia Bauer; 12 grandchildren, and 6 great-grandchildren, numerous nieces, nephews and cousins. Preceded...

Mar 17, 2014

Alyssa Ann Shields, Age 21, suddenly on Monday, March 17, 2014.

Alyssa is the loving daughter of Bryan and Terri (nee Fenoglio) Shields; cherished sister of Tyler, Kyle, and Cailyn Shields; dearest granddaughter of Wade and Shirley (nee Stanley) Shields and Robert and Lois (nee Bolte) Fenoglio; numerous dear aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends also survive.