Obituaries

Joliet, IL Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area

Jack Spotofora Jr.

Jack Spotofora Jr.

May 6, 2020

John “Jack” Spotofora Jr., age 92, of Joliet, IL, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, May 6, 2020 at Amita St. Joseph Hospital in Joliet.

Jack is survived by his daughter, Candice (William) Setina; grandson, Scott (Danielle) Setina; great-granddaughters, Allie and Skylar; sister, Monica (the late Clyde) Hewitt; brother, Frank (Barbara) Spotofora; numerous nieces and nephews.

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Shirley E (Raines)  Streich

Shirley E (Raines) Streich

May 5, 2020

Shirley E. Streich (nee Raines)

Age 73 of Elwood, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, May 5, 2020 at her home.

Shirley is survived by her children: Edward P. Streich, Jon C. Streich and loving daughter, Shari S. Dillard.

Ian Conrad Walker-Streich, David Lee Allen Dillard, Raven Lei Rain Mathis, Skylar Kay Faith Dillard,...

Emma Purkart

Emma Purkart

May 4, 2020

Emma Purkart

Age 97 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Monday, May 4, 2020 at Meadowbrook Manor in Bolingbrook.

Born June 11, 1922 in Yugoslavia, Emma was a daughter of Joseph and Angela (Novak) Purkart. She migrated to the United States in 1950 with her husband Louis and daughter Mary. After some moving around, Emma...

Minnie Pearl Neal

Minnie Pearl Neal

May 1, 2020

Minnie Pearl Stroops Neal, 70, of Crest Hill, IL, passed away on Friday, May 1, 2020. A Southern Lady at heart, she was born on November 30, 1949 in Wilton, AR. To the late James Stroupe, Sr. and the late Cora Lee Marshall.

A lifelong Arkansas Resident, Minnie grew up in Little River County with her grandparents,...

Anna M. Bortoli

Anna M. Bortoli

Apr 28, 2020

Anna M. (nee Folena) Bortoli, age 89, born July 2, 1930, went to her Heavenly home on Tuesday, April 28, 2020 at the Cottages of New Lenox surrounded by her three loving daughters.

Anna is survived by her daughters Suzanne Gentile, Rozanne Landis and Marianne Hylka. She is also survived by her cherished grandchildren Dave (Ashley) Gentile,...

Peter Paul Jarosz

Peter Paul Jarosz

Apr 26, 2020

Reverend Peter Paul Jarosz, age 57, entered into Eternal Life on Sunday, April 26, 2020.

Father Peter was born on April 29, 1962 to the late Peter and Harriet (Janik).

He is survived by his loving brothers, Jerome (Marylin), and Mark (Filomena); fond uncle to Keith (Efthemia), Christopher (Sara), Matthew, Kimberly (Anthony) Alessi, Nathaniel (Kimberly),...

Dorothy M. Richards

Dorothy M. Richards

Apr 25, 2020

Dorothy  M. (Malnar) Richards

Born May 11,1925

At rest April 25,2020

Survived by two daughters Rita (Bob) Blondis and Patsy (Rick) Mitok, one daughter-in-law Judy (Thayer) Richards, and one brother Stanley W. Malnar. Three grandchildren Mike(Nancy) Mitok, Marc Mitok, and Kieth Richards. Three great-grandchildren Zachary Mitok, Kristina Richards, and Jamie Eskridge....

Joseph P. D'Atri

Joseph P. D'Atri

Apr 24, 2020

Joseph P. D'Atri, age 97, passed away peacefully on April, 24, 2020.

Joseph is survived by one son, Frank (Lana) D’Atri; and one grandson, Justin (Rahel) D’Atri.

Preceded in death by his loving wife of 69 years Helen “Lou” (nee Tankovic) D’Atri; his parents, Paul and Carmella (nee Alberico) D’Atri;...

William "Billy" John Madera

William "Billy" John Madera

Apr 23, 2020

William “Billy” John Madera

Age 49 of Crest Hill and formerly of Chicago, passed away Thursday, April 23, 2020 in Joliet.

Born August 13, 1970 in Chicago, William John was a son of the late William Thaddeus and Sharon (Pratl) Madera. He was raised and educated in the Marquette Park neighborhood of Chicago and graduated...

Dolores M. Malnar

Dolores M. Malnar

Apr 22, 2020

Dolores M. Malnar (Berta) Born April 23,1928 At rest April 22, 2020 92 years, peacefully passed at Lightways Hospice Home, during the pandemic lockdown.  She was married to the late Stanley Malnar, her beloved soulmate for 72 years. Preceded in death by her parents, James and Mary (Karcz) Berta, and one brother, James (late Betty) Berta. Survived by her...

Michael R. Maske

Michael R. Maske

Apr 22, 2020

Michael R. Maske, age 60, born June 9, 1959 in Joliet, IL passed away suddenly and unexpectedly at Mercy South Hospital in St. Louis, MO on Wednesday, April 22, 2020.

Michael graduated from Joliet Township High School class of 1976, Joliet Junior College in 1978, Illinois State University in 1980 with a BA in Geology and continued...

Catherine P. Spreitzer

Catherine P. Spreitzer

Apr 22, 2020

Catherine P. Spreitzer, age 80, of Joliet left this world after a long battle with metastic breast cancer. She never stopped fighting and passed away on Wednesday, April 22nd, 2020 on her terms, peacefully and surrounded in love by her family.

Catherine is survived by her husband, William A. Spreitzer of 61 years; her daughters, Christie Engel...

Jessie Antonia Allen

Jessie Antonia Allen

Apr 22, 2020

Jessie Antonia Allen, age 96, passed away on Wednesday, April 22, 2020.

Jessie was a member of the Church of St. Anthony and the East Side Civic Club. She worked for Union Carbide and the Knights of Columbus. Jessie enjoyed playing Bingo and cards with her lady friends.

Preceded in death by her parents, Emidio...

Bounda Chounlasa

Bounda Chounlasa

Apr 21, 2020

Bounda Chounlasa, age 76, born in Laos, passed away on Tuesday, April 21, 2020 at his home in Joliet.

Per Bounda's wishes, cremation rites have been accorded.

A private service will be held at a later date.

Carol (Schumann)  West

Carol (Schumann) West

Apr 21, 2020

Carol West (nee Schumann), age 81, at rest on Tuesday, April 21, 2020.

Carol is survived by her brother, Charles (Mary Ann) Schumann; sisters, Norma Kay (Jerry) Johnson          and Janet (Richard) Fazio; the father of her sons, Christopher Lachowski; nieces and nephews, Judi and James, Kimberly and Jerry Jr., Karin and Michael; as well as cousins and...

Rita "Jeannie" (Mudron)  Davito

Rita "Jeannie" (Mudron) Davito

Apr 20, 2020

Rita J. “Jeannie” Davito (nee Mudron), age 78, passed away peacefully on Monday, April 20, 2020 at Meadowbrook Manor in Bolingbrook, IL.

Born on January 10, 1942 in Joliet, Jeannie had a beautiful soul, a special lady who loved her family dearly and whose sweet smile will be greatly missed.  She had a tremendous chocolate addiction and...

Janice A. Spalliero

Janice A. Spalliero

Apr 17, 2020

Janice Ann Spalliero (nee Purdy), age 74, of Joliet, IL, was born on July 19, 1945, and passed away on April 17, 2020.

Janice’s smile and laugh were contagious. She made friends easily everywhere she went and people were always welcome at her home. She even wanted her house painted yellow because it represented...

Sean Patrick Long

Sean Patrick Long

Apr 15, 2020

Sean Patrick Long, age 30, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, April 15, 2020 at his home in Florida.

Sean is preceded in death by his father, Stephen Vincent Long; and maternal grandmother, Marianne Joyce O'Brien.

Sean was the loving father to the love of his life, Addelynn “Addy” Marie Long.  Son of Wendy Marie Long...

Frances B. Gomez

Frances B. Gomez

Apr 14, 2020

Frances B. Gomez, age 95, passed away peacefully Tuesday, April 14, 2020.

Frances is known for her long time service as a librarian at the Joliet Public Library. She was also known for being a very devout Catholic and having a very deep love for God. Frances was an incredibly loving aunt who was...

RoseMarie (Martinez)  Garza

RoseMarie (Martinez) Garza

Apr 14, 2020

RoseMarie Garza

Age 58 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 14, 2020 at home with her family by her side.

Born January 6, 1962 in Joliet, RoseMarie was a daughter of Michael and Dolores (Arellano) Martinez. RoseMarie was raised and educated in Joliet and worked as a personal banker for a number of...