Obituaries

Joliet, IL Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area

Rossie J. King

Rossie J. King

Nov 23, 2021

Rossie Jean King gracefully completed her earthly assignment on Tuesday, November 23, 2021, at home in Joliet with her family by her side.

Rossie was a devoted and loving mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend. She loved nature, animals, music, cooking, playing chess, and watching Jeopardy.  Rossie was a fashionista, and her conversation was not complete until she...

Dean E. Johnson

Dean E. Johnson

Nov 22, 2021

Dean E. Johnson, age 54, passed away on Monday, November 22, 2021 with his loving family and friends by his side.

Dean is survived by his loving wife, Jannine Ficarella Johnson; children, Drew (Cindy) Moody, James Johnson, Garrett (Ashley) Moody, Alexandria Johnson and Desiree (Joe Zepeda) Moody; grandchildren, Jerome Johnson, Blake Johnson, Lola Schottenloher,...

Cindy R. Himes

Cindy R. Himes

Nov 21, 2021

Cindy R. Himes

Age 68 of Minooka, passed away peacefully on Sunday, November 21, 2021 at Lightways Hospice in Joliet with her family by her side.

Cindy was a devoted and loving wife to her husband Mark. The many years that she suffered from Lupus, Mark was always at her...

Samuel R. Roe

Samuel R. Roe

Nov 21, 2021

Samuel R.” Mr. GQ” Roe, 68, passed away on Sunday, November 21, 2021.

Samuel was preceded in death by his parents; Samuel W. Roe and Patricia Roe Herbert, one brother; Christopher Roe and infant sister; Penny Roe.

Left to cherish his memory is his loving wife of 23 years Sharon, children; Tim Kane, Samuel Roe,...

Andrea A. (Sefcik)  Wayland

Andrea A. (Sefcik) Wayland

Nov 20, 2021

Andrea A. Wayland (nee’ Sefcik)

Age 63 of Crest Hill, passed away peacefully on Saturday, November 20, 2021 with her family by her side at Lightways Hospice in Joliet.

Andrea is preceded in death by both of her parents: Andrew and Barbara Sefcik; her brother: Jeff; her grandson: James, and her great-niece: Skylar.

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Daniel Bandosz

Daniel Bandosz

Nov 19, 2021

Daniel Bandosz

“Dan”

Age 93 of Crest Hill, passed away peacefully on Friday, November 19, 2021 at Ascension Living Villa Franciscan Place in Joliet.

Born January 19, 1928 in Joliet, Dan was a son of Walter and Constance (Kwasnieski) Bandosz. Dan proudly served his country with the United States Army and went on...

Raymond J Papesh

Raymond J Papesh

Nov 18, 2021

Raymond J. Papesh, age 88, of Wilmington passed away peacefully on November 18, 2021. Ray served in many roles during his life, including serving his country during the Korean War. He found and married his partner of 65 years, Marjorie (nee Conklin). Ray worked many jobs to make sure he could provide a good life for his family. He...

Kevin Lee Smith

Kevin Lee Smith

Nov 17, 2021

Kevin Lee Smith, age 58, at rest on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 with his loving family by his side.

Kevin is survived by his wife of 18 years, Pamela (nee Wilke) Smith; children, Jaime (Rick Zwart) McGuffage and Jennifer (Michael) Courtright; grandchildren, Paige, Avery, Logan, Kristopher, Kaley and Konnor; parents, Bryan and Lou Ann...

Daniel Joseph Mueller

Daniel Joseph Mueller

Nov 17, 2021

Daniel Joseph Mueller of Oak Forest, IL entered eternal life on Wednesday, November 17, 2021 at the age of 56.  He was born in Joliet, IL on November 19, 1964.  Daniel is survived by his loving wife of 18 years, Laura (Enright) Mueller and beloved children Samuel and Julia.  Also surviving is his dearest mother, Maureen (McGuckin) Mueller; cherished...

Kathleen L. (Dotson)  Price

Kathleen L. (Dotson) Price

Nov 16, 2021

Kathleen L. Price (nee Dotson)

Age 86 of Shorewood, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at her home with her family by her side.

Born February 19, 1935 in Parkersburg, West Virginia, Kathleen was the daughter of Enos and Myrtle (White) Dotson. She worked as retail manager for Kmart for over 25 years...

Harold F Burnett

Harold F Burnett

Nov 16, 2021

Harold F. Burnett

Age 85 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, November 16, 2021 at his home with his family by his side.

He is preceded in death by his wife Agnes who passed in 2019. They will be laid to rest together in a private service at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery in Elwood,...

Janet Rose Gonzales

Janet Rose Gonzales

Nov 10, 2021

Janet Rose Gonzales (Saragossa) passed away on November 10th, 2021, surrounded by the love of her family.

Born on April 6th, 1961, in Joliet, IL to her parents, John and Joan Saragossa, Janet was a lifetime resident of Joliet and Crest Hill, IL. A graduate of Joliet East High School, class of ’79, Janet was a mother...

Carolyn B. (Devereaux)  Wildey

Carolyn B. (Devereaux) Wildey

Nov 10, 2021

Carolyn Betty Wildey (nee Devereaux), age 91, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 10, 2021 at her home comforted by her loving family.

Carolyn is survived by her children, Diane (Darryl) Johnson and Janet Salazar; grandchildren, William (Sonja) Koehler Jr., Brett (Arlina) Koehler, Bobbi (Rob) Bettcher, Aaron (Cynthia) Johnson, Kristin Crouse, Christopher (Missy) Salazar,...

Helen A. (Genczo)  Hastings

Helen A. (Genczo) Hastings

Nov 7, 2021

Helen A. Hastings (nee Genczo), age 86, passed away suddenly, Sunday, November 7, 2021 at her home where she resided in Joliet Illinois.

Helen is survived by her children, Carol (John) Carroll and Tom (Linda) Hastings; grandchildren, Lisa (Kris) Kostusik and Nick (Kayla) Hastings; great-grandchildren, Sydney and Benjamin Hastings and Jackson Kostusik; numerous nieces,...

Madeleine (Culik)  Chovan

Madeleine (Culik) Chovan

Nov 6, 2021

Madeleine Chovan

Age 94 of Joliet, passed away on Saturday, November 6, 2021 at Amita Health Saint Joseph Medical Center in Joliet.

Born November 12, 1926 in Joliet, Madeleine was a daughter of Anton and Anna (Luksich) Culik. She was raised and educated in Joliet and graduated from Providence Catholic High School. Madeleine enjoyed cooking,...

Dorothy M. (Benedetto)  Crombie

Dorothy M. (Benedetto) Crombie

Nov 4, 2021

Dorothy Mae Crombie (nee Benedetto) age 93, died peacefully with her children at her side on Thursday, November 4, 2021.

Dorothy was a graduate of JTHS in Joliet. She met her husband, Edward H. Crombie, while employed at the Crombie Dairy as office manager. Dorothy dedicated her life caring for and making memories with...

Antoinette "Peaches" Anderson

Antoinette "Peaches" Anderson

Nov 3, 2021

Antoinette “Peaches” Anderson was born on April 3, 1968, in Joliet, IL to Isiah and Bennie Anderson.  Peaches made her transition from this life to go home to be with the Lord on Wednesday, November 3, 2021, at Silver Cross Hospital.

Peaches graduated from Custer High School in Milwaukee, WI in 1986.

Peaches was employed...

Arthur D Cook

Arthur D Cook

Nov 3, 2021

Arthur D. Cook

Age 89 of Plainfield and Shorewood, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, November 3, 2021 at his home with his family by his side.

Born August 20, 1932 in Chicago, Arthur Dominick was the son of Arthur T. and Sophie (Slausgalvis) Cook. He was raised and educated in Chicago and went on to...

Anthony L. Bebej, Sr.

Anthony L. Bebej, Sr.

Nov 2, 2021

Tony Bebej, Sr.

Age 89 of Joliet, passed away on Tuesday, November 2, 2021 at Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, IL, as a result of an auto accident on October 28, 2021.

Tony served in United States Navy from January 1952 – November 1953, with Cargo Handling Battalion #3, Bermuda.

Tony...

Helen Marie (Gawenda)  Mackay

Helen Marie (Gawenda) Mackay

Nov 1, 2021

Helen Marie Mackay (nee Gawenda), age 100, passed away on Monday, November 1, 2021.

Helen is survived by her loving children, Carol (Al) Neitzel, Thomasine (Robert) Magolan and Thomas (Mary Jean) Hayducak; grandchildren, Todd Neitzel, Jennifer Miney and Kimberly Prosul, Lisa Hayducak, Rebecca (Timothy) Kramer and Ryan (Katie) Hayducak; great-grandchildren, Kylie Lenahan, Hailey Magolan...

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