Obituaries

Joliet, IL Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area

Irene F. (Likovich)  Vicic

Irene F. (Likovich) Vicic

Oct 20, 2018

Irene F. Vicic (nee Likovich), age 87, passed away suddenly on Saturday, October 20, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.

Irene is survived by her children, Cindy (the late Donald) Olson, Tim (Carol) Vicic, Randy (Lori) Vicic, Paula (Anthony) Sraj and Larry Vicic; grandchildren, Abby (Justin) Orlando, Jillian Vicic, Taylor (Kyle) Martinez, Matthew Vicic,...

Anna M. (Gregorich)  Jelinek

Anna M. (Gregorich) Jelinek

Oct 20, 2018

Anna M. Jelinek (nee Gregorich), age 89, passed away peacefully at her home on Saturday, October 20, 2018 surrounded by her loving family.

Anna is survived by her children, Joseph M. (Laurie) Jelinek, Cheryl (Donald) Mitok, Mary (Glenn Pouleson) Lohmar, David (Valerie) Jelinek, John (Terri) Jelinek, and Annette Jelinek; grandchildren, Emily (Greg) Kazak, Rachel...

Robert A. Stasko

Robert A. Stasko

Oct 17, 2018

Robert A. Stasko, age 63, passed away on Wednesday, October 17, 2018 with his loving family by his side.

Robert is survived by his loving children, Jayme (Mike) Radeke, Jakob Stasko, and Jade Stasko; grandchildren, Tristan and Taylin; siblings, Rhonda (Ray) Johns, and Debra Papesh; sister-in-law, Debra Stasko; cousin, Richie (Tommi) Mikuska; and Aunt Jeanie (Vince) Gelsomino,...

Charles "Chuck" B. Kramer

Charles "Chuck" B. Kramer

Oct 16, 2018

Charles B. Kramer “Chuck,” age 70, at rest on Tuesday, October 16, 2018 after a courageous fight to overcome a spinal cord injury.

Charles is survived by his beloved wife of 49 years, Catherine A. Kramer (nee Wolf); children, Gloria M. Kramer, Melanie L. (Ralph Garcia) Kramer, Laura E. (Andrew) Sarata and Sarah A. (Paul) McKinley; grandchildren,...

Daniel D. Kobe

Daniel D. Kobe

Oct 12, 2018

Daniel D. Kobe passed away peacefully on Friday, October 12, at the age of 80 years old.

Daniel is survived by his caring brothers, Nick (Pat) Kobe and Ben Kobe; adored girlfriend and loving caretaker, Diana Pasdertz; as well as numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.

He is preceded in death by his wife, Elizabeth Kobe...

George R. Schomig

George R. Schomig

Oct 9, 2018

George R. Schomig, age 69, passed away on Tuesday, October 9, 2018 with his loving family by his side.

George is survived by his beloved wife, Anita Schomig (nee Baudek); children, Michael Schomig, Rhonda Schomig, Daniel (Krista) Schomig, and Keith (Michaelene) Schomig; grandchildren, Austin, Noelani, Gabriella, Charlotte, Joey, and Sebastian; siblings, James (Janet) Schomig and...

William "Billy" Travis McFarland

William "Billy" Travis McFarland

Oct 9, 2018

William “Billy” Travis McFarland, age 55, passed away suddenly on Tuesday, October 09, 2018 in his home.

Billy is survived by his beloved wife of 29 years, Danette Holland-McFarland; daughter, Sarah May McFarland; parents, Patrick and Edna “Pinky” McFarland; siblings, Rhonda (Lyle) Tucker, Tammy (William) Potter, Timothy (Jennifer) McFarland, Kenneth McFarland and Richard (Cherita) McFarland; father-in-law, Bill...

Carolina R. (Ramos)  Guzman

Carolina R. (Ramos) Guzman

Oct 4, 2018

Carolina “Caro” R. Guzman (nee Ramos), age 79, at rest on Thursday, October 4, 2018.

Carolina is survived by her beloved children; Sylvia (Bruce) Campbell and Lee (Vanja) Guzman; grandchildren, Savina Salazar, Corey Campbell, Michael, Samantha and Sara Guzman; great-grandson, Jayden Salazar; sisters, Eliza (Roberto) Nino, DeAnna (John) Eddy; sister-in-law, Obdulia “Lula”...

Richard William Schmitz

Richard William Schmitz

Oct 3, 2018

Richard W. Schmitz, age 64, passed away on Wednesday, October 3, 2018.

Richard is survived by his loving wife of 27 years, Deborah (nee Bortoli); children, Tyler Schmitz and Taylor Schmitz.

Preceded in death by his parents, William and Dorothy (nee Kelly) Schmitz; brother, Keith Schmitz; and beloved cat, Tiger....

Michaeline S. LaBuda

Michaeline S. LaBuda

Oct 1, 2018

Michaeline S. LaBuda, nee Kostyra, age 68, passed away October 1, 2018, with her family at her side. Born in Joliet, a lifelong resident. Former parishioner and organist of St. Thaddeus Church. Longstanding member of the Ladies Auxiliary of the V.F.W. Cantigny Post #367. Employed at BMO Harris Bank, formerly First National Bank of Joliet.

Preceded in...

Daniel E. Hone

Daniel E. Hone

Sep 30, 2018

Daniel E. Hone, age 63, of Joliet, met his loving Savior on Sept. 30, 2018. What a joyful day for Dan to see his Lord Jesus face to face and feel His warm embrace.

To cherish Dan's memories, he leaves his loving wife of 43 years, Kathleen (Marusak); his children, Beth Ann (Matt) Harper, Michael (Ambur), Daniel...

Richard M. Farkas

Richard M. Farkas

Sep 29, 2018

Richard M. Farkas, age 65, passed away unexpectedly on Saturday, September 29, 2018, at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center.

Richard is survived by his devoted wife of 39 years, Lisa M. (née Brunner) Farkas; and son, Christopher M. (Bianca J. née Mayo) Farkas.

Preceded in death by his loving parents, George R. and Delores M....

Bilmer Diaz Pantoja

Bilmer Diaz Pantoja

Sep 27, 2018

Bilmer Diaz Pantoja, age 75, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2018.

Bilmer is survived by his loving children, Osvaldo (Nelly) Diaz, Griselda (Jaime) Balderas, Eric (Teresa) Diaz, Miriam (Alfonso) Diaz, Bilmer (Crystal) Diaz, Carmen (Ruben) Contreras, Israel (Marisol) Diaz, and Jacob (Mariza) Diaz; siblings, Fidel (Bernardina) Diaz, Celia Miranda, Lilia Diaz, Artemio (Maricela)...

Dorann Hrusosky

Dorann Hrusosky

Sep 27, 2018

Dorann H. Hrusosky (nee Ferguson), age 58, passed away with her loving family by her side on Thursday, September 27, 2018 after a courageous battle with Leukemia.

Dorann is survived by her beloved partner in life, Joseph McIntosh; sisters, Laura (Phillip) Braham and Jill (Mark Killman) Ferguson; loving pets, Holly, Layla, and Roxy; uncle, Nick Zigrossi; and...

Dr. James R. Stasko

Dr. James R. Stasko

Sep 27, 2018

Dr. James R. Stasko, age 64, passed away suddenly on Thursday, September 27, 2018.

Jim “Butch” is survived by his love of 44 years, Debra (Belom); his adoring children, Melissa (Matthew) Waitz, James (Lupe Chairez) Stasko Jr, Joseph (Aimee) Stasko, and Louis (Aisha) Stasko. He will be greatly missed by his grandchildren Ashlan, Beckett...

Edward John Stahulak

Edward John Stahulak

Sep 26, 2018

Edward John Stahulak, age 87, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 26, 2018 with his loving family by his side

Edward was born on June 6,1931 in Chicago, IL.

Edward is survived by his loving wife of 65 years, Mary L. (nee Gennett) Stahulak; children, Janet (Ned) Bixby, Robert (Rebecca...

Helen M. (Popa)  Delrose

Helen M. (Popa) Delrose

Sep 18, 2018

Helen M. Delrose (nee Popa), age 86, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, September 18, 2018 with her loving family by her side.

Helen is survived by her husband of 59 years, Gene Delrose; children, Rondi (lifetime friend Sharon Palmer) Kallas, Mark (Laura) Delrose, Dawn (Kevin) Pendry; grandchildren, Stacy (Carlos) Hinojosa, Stephanie (Joel) Aranda, Gianna, Alexa, Mara and...

Robert J. Coop

Robert J. Coop

Sep 14, 2018

Robert J. Coop, age 64, passed away on suddenly Friday, September 14, 2018.

Robert is survived by his beloved wife of 15 years, Darlene Coop (nee Winkler); step-children, Kirk (Dione) Siegler, Kristi (Emery) Vamos, and Kerri (C.J.) Stockin; 7 step-grandchildren; sister-in-law, Esther Coop; nephew, Michael Coop (Jennifer Shadur); great-nephews, Spencer and Jake Rubin;...

Valerie M. Rubler

Valerie M. Rubler

Sep 3, 2018

Valerie M. Rubler (nee Nedelsky) passed away at home on Sept. 3, 2018 in Tampa, Florida. age 82 years.  She was born in Joliet and graduated from S.S. Cyril & Methodius grade school

and Joliet Twp. high school, class of 1953.  Upon graduation she was employed at the Department of Defense as a contract negotiator for 15...

Bob J. Hritz

Bob J. Hritz

Sep 3, 2018

Bob J. Hritz, age 65, passed away on Monday, September 3, 2018 with his loving family by his side.

Bob is survived by his beloved wife, Jaqueline Hritz (nee Lake); children, Amanda (Steve) Perion, Joseph (Amanda Groves) Hritz; siblings, Richard Hritz, Jerry (Michelle) Hritz, and Joanne Oddo; and numerous nieces and nephews.

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