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Joliet, IL Obituaries
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Robert L. "The Rock" Churnovic Sr.
Mar 6, 2025
Robert L. Churnovic Sr., age 98 of Crest Hill, IL, passed away peacefully at home on March 6, 2025. He was born to Nicholas and Freida (nee Mueller) Churnovic in Joliet, IL on October 19, 1926.
Robert was raised in Crest Hill, IL before serving his country as a member of the United States Navy during World War II. He and his...
Carlos Alberto Cuevas
Mar 3, 2025
Carlos A. Cuevas, age 31, of Joliet, passed away on Monday, March 3, 2025.
He was born and raised in Joliet, where he touched many lives with his warmth, kindness, and infectious smile. Carlos graduated from Joliet West High School and furthered his education by attending Joliet Junior College before graduating from the University of Illinois at Chicago in 2016 with...
Cristhian O. Buendia Calvillo
Feb 23, 2025
Cristhian O. Buendia Calvillo, de 28 años, falleció el Domingo 23 de Febrero de 2025. Cristhian fue un hijo, hermano y amigo querido, cuyo espíritu brillante y bondad tocaron las vidas de todos los que lo conocieron.
Una Celebración de la Vida de Cristhian se llevará a cabo el Viernes 14 de Marzo de 2025, con visitas de 4:00 pm a...
Jocelyn "Joy" R. Taylor
Feb 22, 2025
Jocelyn "Joy" Rosario Taylor, 60, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 22, 2025. She was born to Leonardo Del Rosario and Leonarda Escubil. Jocelyn was preceded in death by her father and her beloved daughter, Jacquelyn Marchand.
A dedicated and hardworking woman, Joy spent over 27 years employed at St. Joe's, where she became more than just a coworker to many....
Geraldine Anne Solley
Feb 20, 2025
Geraldine Anne Solley, 85, passed away peacefully on Thursday, February 20, 2025. She was born to the late Joseph J. and Martha (nee Chmielewski) Kravish, and was preceded in death by her beloved husband, Harold E. Solley Sr.; son, Stephen Solley; great-granddaughter, Taryn Bandringa; and brother, Wayne Kravish.
Geraldine is survived by her three children, Harry (Kim+) Solley, Pamela (Stanley) Lasinis,...
Norberta Marie Hare
Feb 19, 2025
Norberta Marie Hare of Joliet, age 64, passed away peacefully while under the expert care of Lightways Hospice in Joliet on February 19, 2025. She was born in Chicago, IL on January 29, 1961.
Norberta was a graduate of Homewood Flossmoor High School before relocating to Joliet where she met her husband, Michael Hare. Michael and Norberta shared twenty-eight happy years...
Lynn Ann Turnbull
Feb 18, 2025
Lynn Ann Turnbull of Joliet, age 64, passed away at St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet on February 18, 2025 after a devastatingly brief illness, with her loving family by her side. Lynn was born in Joliet to her parents Peter and Josephine (nee Delach) Balma on October 6, 1960.
Lynn spent forty-one years of her life with her soulmate Michael. Together,...
William E. Day
Feb 15, 2025
William E. “Billy” Day Sr. of Joliet, age 76, passed away on February 15, 2025 in the comfort of his own home, while surrounded by family, after an extended illness. He was born on August 23, 1948 in Spring Valley, IL to his parents Harry and Virginia (nee Carson) Day.
As a young man, who had not even had a chance...
Frank Stephen Dubrovich
Feb 14, 2025
Frank Stephen Dubrovich, age 78, passed away peacefully on Friday, February 14, 2025 with his loving family by his side.
Frank proudly served his country in the United States Army from 1966 to 1972. Following his military service, he was a pipefitter with the Local #597 Union.
Outside of work, Frank found joy in nature, especially while deer hunting and fishing, activities...
Kenneth J. Spolnik
Feb 12, 2025
Kenneth J. Spolnik, 71, of Joliet passed away on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 following a brief illness.
Ken is the son of the late Stanley and Mary Spolnik.
He is survived by his sister Joan (Edward) Latek, four nephews and nieces, twelve grand-nephews and nieces, as well as his friend and fishing buddy, Karen Andreasen.
Ken was an avid fisherman, spending the warm...
Juan Carlos Ochoa
Feb 12, 2025
Juan Carlos Ochoa gained his angel wings on February 12th, 2025. He was born in Torrance, California on July 30th in 1986 but was raised and resided in Joliet, Illinois for most of his life. Carlos’s life would seem too short to many, but those who were touched by him understood that the quality of his existence far exceeds the...
Bernadine Ann Smith
Feb 12, 2025
Bernadine Ann “Bernie” Smith, beloved mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, surrounded by her loving family.
Born on February 19, 1930, Bernie was a lifelong resident of the Joliet area. After graduating from St. Francis Academy, she married her grade school sweetheart, William “Bill” Smith. Together, they celebrated 65 years of marriage before his passing...
Carmen J. Astorino
Feb 12, 2025
Carmen J. Astorino, age 83, passed away peacefully at his home on Wednesday, February 12, 2025 with his loving family by his side.
Carmen was a proud United States Army Veteran, having honorably served his country with dedication and pride. Before retiring, Carmen enjoyed a successful career as a tax preparer with H&R Block in California, where he made lasting connections...
Artemio Hernandez
Feb 9, 2025
Artemio Hernandez, 80, of Joliet, IL, passed away peacefully on Sunday, February 9, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
Artemio was a devoted husband, father, grandfather, brother, and friend, whose warmth, humor, and love for life will be deeply missed by all who knew him. A true "jack of all trades," Artemio was always ready to lend a hand or share...
Anthony Faikus Jr.
Feb 5, 2025
Anthony Faikus Jr, age 101, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 5, 2025.
Anthony is survived by his beloved wife, Lorraine (nee Likas) Faikus; his daughter, Cheryl (Michael Johnson) Capra; son, Glenn (Denise) Faikus; grandchildren, Leanne (John) Ostrander, Kenneth (Andrea) Faikus, Anthony Faikus, Leslie (Frank) Murphy and Amanda (John) Drews; many great-grandchildren; and a sister, Blanche Finn.
Preceded in death by his...
Maria Guadalupe Reyes
Feb 3, 2025
Maria Guadalupe Reyes, 51, of Joliet, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 3, 2025, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Mexico, Maria arrived in the United States in 2003, where she built a life filled with love and devotion to her family. She was a beloved wife, mother, daughter, and sister who brought warmth and kindness to everyone...
Juan Jose Montoya
Feb 2, 2025
Juan Jose Montoya, age 89, who peacefully passed away on Sunday, February 2, 2025, in Joliet, IL, surrounded by his loving family.
Juan enjoyed bowling on Fridays with family and friends for many years, cherishing the time spent with those he loved.
He is survived by his beloved wife of 65 years, Mary Lou; children, Sylvia (Henry) Rangel, John, Linda (David Salazar),...
Gene R. Coldwater
Feb 1, 2025
Gene R. Coldwater of Joliet, age 74, passed away with his loving family by his side on February 1, 2025 at Lightways Hospice Center in Joliet, IL. He was born to his parents Donald Coldwater and Bessie Coldwater (nee Kocarek) in Joliet, IL on June 7, 1950.
Gene was strongly rooted in Elwood, IL in his youth as the Coldwater family...
Douglas J. Giaudrone Jr.
Jan 29, 2025
Douglas J. Giaudrone, Jr., age 61, of Kankakee, IL, passed away suddenly on January 29, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Doug grew up in Crest Hill, IL, and resided in the Joliet and Plainfield areas for most of his life. He graduated from Joliet Catholic High School in 1981 and from Bradley University in 1986. Doug spent the majority of his...
Emma Jean Windom
Jan 28, 2025
Emma Jean Windom was born on October 13, 1933, to Leroy and Ruby Windham in Itta Bena, Mississippi.
She was baptized at the age of 13. In 1958, she moved from Mississippi to Joliet, Illinois, where she began her career in the healthcare industry at Four Seasons Nursing Home and later at United Cerebral Palsy (UCP). Emma found it rewarding to...
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