Joliet, IL Obituaries

Sep 1, 2016

Eleanor A. Bajt (nee Szepelak), age 89, entered into eternal life on Thursday, September 01, 2016.

Eleanor is survived by her loving children, Denise (Jim) Gray and Bill (Terri) Bajt; cherished grandchildren, Jeff (Jennifer) Gray and Debra (John) Ford, Kelly Lynn (Matthew) Boley and Mary Jo (Ian) Botnick; cherished great-grandchildren, Kaeli, John Jr., Camryn, Adyson, Madelyn, and...

Aug 29, 2016

Lorraine J. Moon (nee Zivec), age 90, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 29, 2016.

Lorraine is survived by her loving children, Claudia (Peter Steib) Moon and David (Jacqueline) Moon; grandchildren, John F. and Mary Moon; one sister, Marion (the late William) Carey.

Preceded in death by her husband John F. Moon (2004); parents, Phillip...

Aug 25, 2016

Raymond P. Yasko passed away peacefully August 25, 2016 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home surrounded by his family.

Born September 21, 1929 in Joliet, IL. Raymond was a U.S. Army Veteran, having served during the Korean Conflict.

He was a former employee of Illinois Bell Telephone retiring after 38 years of service. He later...

Aug 25, 2016

Loretta M. Lilek (nee Pantol), age 83, entered into eternal life on Thursday, August 25, 2016 at the Joliet Area Community Hospice Home surrounded by her loving family.

Survived by her beloved husband of 64 years, Gene. Loving mother of Diane (Tom) Watson of Joliet, IL, Sherry (Bill) Birthisel of Las Vegas, Nevada, Jo Ann “Jody” (Dennis)...

Aug 24, 2016

Ann R. Horwath (nee Knezevic) at rest on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at Joliet Area Community Hospice.   Born in Joliet, IL.

Preceded in death by her husband, Ed “Fudgie” Horwath (2002); parents, John and Rose (nee Stilinovich) Knezevic; brothers, Gene (Gloria) Knezevic of Boyton Beach, FL., George (Frances) Knezevic, Anthony (Mary) Knezevic, and Edward (Dorothy) Knezevic of...

Aug 24, 2016

Mary Jane Pohlers (nee Malnar), age 97, entered into eternal life peacefully on Saturday, August 24, 2016.

Mary is survived by one sister, Lillian Musich of St. Louis, MO; and two nephews, Robert Baudek and Dr. Thomas (Dawn) Musich of St. Louis, MO; two great nephews, Randall Baudek of Shorewood and Jeffrey (Katina) Baudek of Joliet; three...

Aug 21, 2016

Fidel Mirelez of Lockport, Illinois, age 87, passed away surrounded by his family on Sunday, August 21, 2016 at his home.

Fidel was the devoted husband to the late Caroline (Esquibel) Mirelez; beloved father of Alice (Richard) Leadbetter, Joseph (Kimberly) Mirelez, Rev. Noel (Rachel) Mirelez, Elena (Francisco) Martinez, Linda (Rev. Jerry) Barron, Lisa (Marcos) Camargo, and Natalie...

Aug 20, 2016

Rangel Ruiz, age 42, passed away suddenly on Saturday, August 20, 2016 at Silver Cross Hospital.

Rangel is survived by his two loving children, Mireya Sol and Emilio Ruiz; parents, Marcos and Angelica Ruiz; siblings, Maricela Ruiz, Maria Elisa (Antonio) Torres, Esmerelda Ruiz and Marcos Jr. (Kristy) Ruiz; Teresa Garcia; numerous nieces, nephews, family members and dear...

Aug 20, 2016

Carol S. Jarosz (nee Alling), age 82, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, August 20, 2016 with her loving family by her side.

Carol is survived by her children, Deanna (George) Hull and Bernard M. (Jill) Jarosz; grandchildren, George Hull, Christopher (Danielle) Hull, Jason Jarosz, Samantha Jarosz, Tim Smith, Jessica Jarosz and Maxwell Jarosz; 5 great-grandchildren;...

Aug 18, 2016

Jean Govednik passed away peacefully, surrounded by her loving family, on Thursday August 18, 2016.

Jean, "Teta", was a loving, extremely independent and very generous woman.  She was very proud of her Slovenian heritage and was a lifelong member of the Slovenian Union of America.  She was a member of their cadet drill team for many years. ...

Aug 13, 2016

Thoummady Soulivong, age 94, at rest on Saturday, August 13, 2016 with her loving family by her side.

Thoummady is survived by her children, Somthavinh (Khampheng) Thonphadith, Oraphim (Darrell Roddick) Liemsithisak and Narin (Khampang) Bouttavong; 13 grandchildren; 22 great-grandchildren and 1 great-great-grandson.

Preceded in death by her husband, Boontum Sakou; and one grandson, Sinnakone "Lon"...

Aug 13, 2016

Eleanor Jane Saxton (nee Evans), age 95, born on October 10, 1921 and born into eternal life on Saturday, August 13, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.

Words are inadequate to sum up the life of this wonderful woman and what she meant to us. The family wishes you to know that she served God and her...

Aug 13, 2016

Margaret “Eileen” Hebenstreit (nee McManus), age 95, entered into eternal life on Saturday, August 13, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.

Eileen is survived by her loving children, Judi (John) Logan, John (Joanne) Hebenstreit, and Mary Jean Clemmons; cherished grandchildren, Jamie, Kelli, John, John III, Jeff, John, and Amanda; and 7 great-grandchildren.

Preceded in death...

Aug 5, 2016

Thomas J. Svitek, age 84. Passed away peacefully at home Friday, August 5, 2016. Born September 19, 1931; a lifelong Joliet resident.

Preceded in death by his parents, John and Kristina (Sutka) Svitek; brothers, John, Peter and Francis (late Betty) Svitek; sisters, Mary (late Arthur) Myers, Helen (late Dominic) Ciarlette, and Theresa Svitek.

Survived by...

Jul 31, 2016

Roselyn J. Wietting (nee Wieremann), age 83, entered into eternal life on Sunday, July 31, 2016.

Roselyn is survived by her loving children, Linda (Wayne) Fager, Richard Wietting, and Lisa (Bill) Sullivan; cherished grandchildren, Kristin, Britney, and LB; cherished step-granddaughter, Stacie; three cherished great-grandchildren, Olivian, Zoe, and Will; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Jul 30, 2016

Thomas James Welch Sr., age 50, passed away on Saturday, July 30, 2016.

Thomas was born on January 26, 1966 in Joliet, IL to Lawrence and the late Barbara Welch.

Per Thomas’ wishes cremation rites have been accorded.

Jul 27, 2016

Steven J. Kile, age 35, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, July 27, 2016.

Steven is survived by his loving mother, Sue Kile; loving brothers, William, Wesley, Robert, David, and Michael Kile; loving sisters, Lori Kile and Amanda Garcia; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceded in death by his father, Kenneth J....

Jul 27, 2016

Michael J. Mathes "The Rocker," age 63, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, July 27, 2016 from injuries sustained in an accident.

Michael is survived by his loving mother, Angeline Mathes (nee Levanich); dear nephew, Daniel Mathes III; dear sister-in-law, Patricia (the late Daniel II) Mathes; numerous loving cousins; and lifelong friend, Rudy (Bonnie) Janes.

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Jul 23, 2016

Dane Sikic, age 81, at rest on Saturday, July 23, 2016 with his loving family by his side.

Dane is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Marija Sikic; children, Daniel (Kate) Sikic, Maria Schahczniski, Michael Sikic, Jacob (fiancé Michelle Mikula) Sikic, George, (Judy Carnes) Sikic, Steven Sikic, Bernardeta Sikic and Veronika (Michael) Thies; grandchildren, Alexandra...

Jul 21, 2016