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Joliet, IL Obituaries

Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area

Rose B. Stoiber

Rose B. Stoiber

Mar 2, 2024

Rose Bernice Stoiber, 88, of Joliet, IL, passed away peacefully on March 2, 2024, surrounded by her family. She was a devoted wife, loving mother, and proud grandmother.

 Born April 2, 1935, to George and Evelyn Pavich, she was a lifelong resident of Joliet. Rose attended St. Mary Nativity grade school and Joliet Township High School. She met the love of...

Joan D. Kozar

Joan D. Kozar

Feb 27, 2024

Joan D. Kozar (nee Britz)

Age 93 of Joliet, passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024 at Sunny Hill Nursing Home.

Joan was born and raised in Joliet, graduated from St. Francis Academy and worked for many years at the College of St. Francis.

Joan is survived by her six loving children: Judith (William) Stickels, Kathleen (Edward, Jr.) Batis, Thomas (Linda) Kozar, Janet...

Joan Virginia Moore

Joan Virginia Moore

Feb 25, 2024

Joan Virginia Moore (Runnels), 88, of Shorewwod IL, formerly of Joliet, Springfield IL and Monico WI, passed away Sunday, February 25, 2024 in Joliet IL.  She was born August 9, 1935 in Springfield IL, to Bruce and Mary Christina Runnels Miller (Miller).

Joan was a beautiful, loving, hardworking wife, mother, and grandmother.  Joan and her late husband, Lenny, spent many years...

Betty J. Synowic

Betty J. Synowic

Feb 24, 2024

Betty Synowic (nee Kambic)

Age 90 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Saturday, February 24, 2024 at Aspen Woods Memory Care in Vernon Hills with her family by her side.

Born in Joliet, Betty was the daughter of John and Elizabeth Kambic. She was raised and educated in Joliet and worked as a General Supply Specialist for the federal government and after...

Andrew John Orosco Sr.

Andrew John Orosco Sr.

Feb 24, 2024

Andrew John Orosco Sr.    

Born Feb. 2, 1948. At Rest Feb. 24, 2024. Survived by 2 daughters, Tiffney Sweeney and Tamara (Oscar) Martinez and 2 sons, Andrew "AJ" (Kara) Orosco and Daniel Orosco. 7 grandchildren: Ryan Sweeney, BriAnna (Robert) Whitaker, Victoria Sweeney, Isabella and Lucie Martinez, Braelyn and Jackson Orosco; 2 great-grandchildren: Robert and Mavis Whitaker. 4 siblings: Paul A. (Glenda) Orosco,...

James "Jim" H. Worst

James "Jim" H. Worst

Feb 22, 2024

James H. “Jim” Worst of Shorewood, IL passed away on Thursday, February 22, 2024 after a brief illness at the age of 76. Jim is survived by his loving and devoted wife of 30 years, Lynda Rohr-Worst (VanDenBerg); daughter, Kaitlyn (Todd) Copi; special grandson, Louis Copi; stepson, Kenneth Briick of New Haven, MO; brother-in-law, Dennis (Elaine) VanDenBerg of Langley, British...

Vern Kabat

Vern Kabat

Feb 19, 2024

Verna Mae Kabat (nee Shroba)

“Vern”

Age 96 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 19, 2024 at Burr Ridge Senior Living.

Vern was born and raised in Joliet and spent most of her life there. Church and family were most important to her. She was very active in her church, National Secretaries Association and American Legion. Vern worked at Uniroyal Corporation...

John "Mick" Avon

John "Mick" Avon

Feb 14, 2024

John Michael Avon

“Mick”

Age 69 of New Lenox, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, February 14, 2024 after a long-fought battle against liver cancer and later Alzheimer’s Disease at Lightways Hospice Care in Joliet with his family by his side.

Born January 18, 1955 in Joliet, Mick was a son of Emil and Marilou (McHale) Avon. He was raised and educated in Joliet...

Aiden Donavan Williams

Aiden Donavan Williams

Feb 13, 2024

On Tuesday February 13, 2024, in Joliet, Illinois, at the age of 17 years, 8 months, and 1 day, Aiden Donavan Williams completed his earthly mission.

Aiden A.K.A. “Big Dawg,” “King Aiden,” & “Boss Baby” made his grand entrance into this world on June 12, 2006, bringing unspeakable joy to his loving family. With his dog Pumpkin, his “Best Friend” by...

Rosalie F. Andel

Rosalie F. Andel

Feb 12, 2024

Rosalie F. Andel (nee Bozich)

Age 90 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 12, 2024 at St. Joseph Hospital surrounded by her family.

Born January 18, 1934 in Joliet, Rosalie was the daughter of the late Lawrence and Juliann (Stober) Bozich. She attended St. Mary Nativity School and Providence High School and later graduated from St. Joseph School of Nursing. 

On...

Kenny Walczynski

Kenny Walczynski

Feb 8, 2024

Kenneth “Kenny” Walczynski

Age 61 of Ottawa, passed away peacefully, yet unexpectedly on Thursday, February 8, 2024 at his home with his loving wife Victoria, by his side.

Kenny was born on January 7, 1963 in Harvey, Illinois, and married his best friend, Victoria Marzano on October 3, 1987.  

Kenny is preceded in death by his parents: Carol & Mike Walczynski, and...

Catherine Maticic (nee Prasch)

Catherine Maticic (nee Prasch)

Feb 7, 2024

Catherine Maticic (nee Prasch) passed away peacefully, at her home, on February 7,2024, leaving behind a remarkable legacy and countless cherished memories. Born on March 20, 1957, Catherine lived a life filled with love, dedication, and unwavering commitment to her family.

Catherine's greatest joy in life came from spending precious moments with her beloved family and their three adored dogs, Leo,...

Socorro Manzano

Socorro Manzano

Feb 6, 2024

Socorro Manzano,76, departed from this world on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. Born to the late Agustin Corral and Catalina Valdez, she is preceded in death by her parents, her brother Gabino Corral Valdez (Isaura Leal), sisters: Enedina Corral Unzueta (Zacaria Unzueta +), Amelia Unzueta (Chano Unzueta +), and Manuel Corral Valdez.

Socorro was a woman of...

Michael A. Rehbock

Michael A. Rehbock

Jan 31, 2024

Michael A. Rehbock, beloved father, grandfather, son, and brother, passed away unexpectedly on Wednesday, January 31, 2024. He was born on December 18, 1978. Michael lived a life filled with love, laughter, and cherished memories.

Michael graduated from Herscher High School. He was an enthusiastic participant in various sports activities and had a particular fondness for football and wrestling during his...

Shauna Joy Gunnink

Shauna Joy Gunnink

Jan 27, 2024

Shauna Joy Gunnink, Age 67, of Joliet, IL, was peacefully called home to Heaven on January 27th, 2024. She was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, daughter, sister, aunt, colleague, and friend.

Shauna was born in Oakland, Nebraska, on November 14th, 1956, to Merlin and Darlene (Kollmorgen) Oerman. 

Shauna was raised on a farm, where she learned humility, thrift, and hard work.  She...

Myrtle Larson

Myrtle Larson

Jan 22, 2024

Myrtle “Myrt” Larson, age 88 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Monday, January 22, 2024, at her home from cancer.

Myrt was a daughter of Lauritz and Thorine (Myrvold) Sagvold. She was raised in  Preston, Minnesota living on a small farm helping her family with chores and attending a small country school.

Myrt enlisted in the United States Air Force, was stationed...

Alfonso Contreras Avitia

Alfonso Contreras Avitia

Jan 20, 2024

Alfonso Contreras Avitia, 95, passed on Saturday, January 20, 2024 at home surrounded by family. 

Alfonso was born on November 24, 1928 in Nuevo Ideal, Durango Mexico, son of Maura Avitia Hernandez and Francisco Contreras Mendoza. Alfonso married Socorro Quiñones de Contreras and she proceeded him in his death. Alfonso was a farmer. He liked to spend time with friends, loved...

Deborah Alexander

Deborah Alexander

Jan 16, 2024

Deborah Alexander

“DeeBee” 

Deborah Alexander, 73, of Joliet , IL was called home on January 16, 2024. Born in Joliet, Il. on August 4th 1950 to Rose (Bates)Buchanan and T. Willie Buchanan officiated by Bishop Luther Buchanan C.O.G.I.C. Deborah grew up under the watchful eye of Mr & Mrs James Harris Sr. when attending Eliza Kelly Elementary and graduated from Joliet Central...

Alberto Alvarez Magaña

Alberto Alvarez Magaña

Jan 16, 2024

Alberto Alvarez Magaña

Age 45 of Lockport, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at Silver Cross Hospital in New Lenox with his family by his side.

Born September 12, 1978 in Joliet, Alberto was the son of Alberto V. and Teresa (Alvarez) Magaña. He was an artist, car enthusiast and president of the Nice Dreams Car Club, but most of...

Nicholas A. Bravato

Nicholas A. Bravato

Jan 16, 2024

Nicholas A. Bravato, age 63, at rest on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 at his home with his loving family by his side.

Nick is survived by his beloved wife, JoAnn (nee Startz); two beautiful daughters, Brittany and Samantha Bravato; one grandson, Derek who was a wonderful 60th birthday gift being born on Nick’s birthday; brothers, Bob (Molly), Larry (Beth), Otto, Tom...

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