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Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
Bernice "Bea" E. Marszalek
May 26, 2024
Bernice “Bea” E. Marszalek, aged 96, completed her life journey while surrounded by her loving family in her final moments on May 26, 2024. She began her journey born to Felix Kownacki and Josephine Kownacki (nee Wisniewski) in Tamaroa, IL on February 21, 1928.
Bea was raised in Tamaroa, IL and proudly served as the organist for Immaculate Conception Catholic Church...
Charles "Chris" McAfee
May 26, 2024
Charles “Chris” B. McAfee, age 84, passed away peacefully at Lightways Hospice on Sunday, May 26, 2024.
Charles is survived by loving lifelong partner of 53 years, Alice Aschenbrenner; brothers, James (Phyllis) McAfee and Tim (the late Sandy) McAfee; and several nieces and nephews.
Preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Imogene (nee Dagnon) McAfee; and his sister, Mary Farr.
Chris was...
Harriet Y. Luce
May 26, 2024
Harriet Y, Luce, 86 of Crest Hill, IL passed away May 26,2024 at Lightways Hospice House with her daughter and son in law by her side.
Harriet was born in Braceville, IL the youngest child of Frank and Dorothy (Cook) Yoder.
She grew up in her hometown and later graduated from Gardner-South Wilmington High School class of 1955 which had 26 original...
Jacinto "Jack" Chua
May 25, 2024
Jacinto “Jack” Chua, joined our Savior on Saturday, May 25, 2024, at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, Illinois. Jack was born on September 6, 1954 to the late Chua Peng Toan and Regina Go. He was the 2nd youngest of 5 children, 1 preceded him in death. Jack also has 6 other half siblings. Jack graduated in FEU with...
Hector Castillo Esparza
May 23, 2024
Hector Castillo of Joliet, aged 75, was abruptly taken too soon from this life on May 23, 2024. He was born the son of Vicente Castillo and Natalia Castillo (nee Esparza) in 1948 in Zacatecas, Mexico. He was the youngest in his family. He married Belen, and together they had three children and eleven grandchildren.
Hector was an extraordinary individual which...
Alannah Jordyn Dombrowski
May 22, 2024
Alannah Jordyn Dombrowski, daughter of Christopher and Kortney Dombrowski of Plainfield, left this world far too soon on May 22, 2024.
When we plan for the birth of a child into life, we often dream of the myriad of possibilities that lie ahead. We look forward with great anticipation towards the many wonderful experiences and accomplishments that life can provide. However, our...
Christian Lee Orth
May 17, 2024
Christian Lee Orth of Shorewood, born August 21, 2001 in Torrance, CA to Chanel Borowski (nee Edwards) and Christopher Orth, passed away suddenly on May 17, 2024 after offering one final gift to the world he leaves behind in the form of organ donation.
Christian was caring and charismatic. He was the type of person that became fast friends with everyone...
Frank M. Stiglich
May 17, 2024
Frank M. Stiglich “Stig,” age 89, passed away peacefully on Friday, May 17, 2024.
Frank is survived by his loving children, Linda (Tom) Hastings, Mary (Phil) Kubinski and Susan (Tony) Montello; special friend, Carole Costa and her family; grandchildren, Nick (Kayla) Hastings, Corey Kubinski, Jessica (Mike) Law, Cole Kubinski and Daniel Montello; great-grandchildren, Sydney and Ben Hastings and Jaxson Law; sister,...
George J. Sikic
May 12, 2024
George J. Sikic, age 54, passed away suddenly on Sunday, May 12, 2024.
George is survived by his loving wife, Judith (nee Carnes) Sikic; children, Coty (Nicole) Lake, George Sikic Jr., Brittnee (Joseph) Offerman and Kortney (Will) Sikic; grandchildren, William “Mowgli” Martinez, River Offerman and a granddaughter expected to be born in June; devoted mother, Marija Sikic; siblings, Dr. Daniel (Kate)...
Peggy Marie Bartolotta
May 11, 2024
Peggy Marie Bartolotta (nee Loughran) of Naperville, born May 12, 1960 in Joliet, IL to Francis and Sadie Loughran, after a brief illness, passed away on May 11, 2024 with her loved ones by her side.
Peggy dedicated her life to those she loved. From the time she was little, she made an impression on people with her generosity and strength....
Theresa J. Papesh
May 10, 2024
Theresa J. Papesh, nee Anzelc, passed away on May 10, 2024 at Rock Run Assisted Living.
Born in Rockdale to Anton and Anna (Gersich) Sterle Anzelc, Theresa was the last survivor of 14 children. She was a lifelong Joliet area resident, educated at Rockdale School and Joliet Township High School. She married the love of her life, Peter “Benny” Papesh,...
William M. Graham
May 9, 2024
William M. Graham, 51, of Plainfield Illinois passed away peacefully on May 9, 2024 after a hard fought health battle. "Bill," "Billy," "Dad" will be dearly missed by his family and friends. His kids were his pride and joy and the greatest blessing in his life was being their Dad. Bill will be remembered for his sense of humor and...
Mouanitta Lee "Aunt Tootsie" Albano
May 7, 2024
In loving memory of Mouanitta Lee "Aunt Tootsie" Albano (nee Smith), who peacefully departed from this world on Tuesday, May 7, 2024, in Joliet, Illinois, at the age of 93. Lee was born to the late Jessie and Mackie Smith in Camden, Tennessee.
Lee will be fondly remembered and deeply missed by her children: Jessie T (Robin), Anthony D., Guido, and...
Lorraine Jeanette Rolnicki
May 4, 2024
With a kind heart and unwavering spirit, our beloved Lorraine Rolnicki (nee Stevens) peacefully embarked on her final journey, embraced by the Lord's loving arms on the morning of Saturday, May 4, 2024.
Lorraine's vibrant life touched countless souls, leaving an indelible mark on all who knew her. She is deeply mourned by her devoted sons, Andrew (Sandra) Rolnicki and Gregory...
Mirian Fragoso Meneses
Apr 28, 2024
Mirian “Miri” Fragoso Meneses, 42, de Joliet Illinois, partio a encontrarse con el Señor el Domingo 28 de Abril del 2024. La acompañaron hasta sus últimos momentos su familia y amigos cercanos.
Miri nació un Martes 10 de Noviembre de 1981, de Teodora Meneses Meneses y el fallecido Vivaldo Fragoso Garcia. Creció en la ciudad de Puebla, donde vivió hasta que...
Cindy Rauch Hanneman
Apr 26, 2024
Cindy Rauch Hanneman, born December 18, 1959 in Joliet, IL to Carl and Judy Rauch, passed away peacefully on April 26, 2024. Despite her many years of ailing health since being diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis at the age of forty, Cindy maintained her trademark kindness and generosity until her last. She was known as a person who would be willing to...
James Henry Reibel
Apr 21, 2024
James Henry Reibel, aged 94, passed away at home surrounded by his family on April 21, 2024.
Jim was born on November 9, 1929 to John and Helah Reibel in Detroit, Michigan, where his father was employed as a tool and die maker at the Ford Motor Company.
He was preceded in death by his parents; his wife of 67 years, Mary...
Mario Guzman Damian
Apr 20, 2024
Mario Guzmán Damián, de 48 años, falleció el sábado 20 de Abril de 2024 en Joliet, Illinois. Le sobreviven su esposa Elena Guzmán y hijos Dulce, Zuleyma, Lizbeth y Mario Jr. También deja atrás a sus padres Mario Guzmán Carrillo y María Luisa Damián Zavala. Dos hermanas Alma y Olivia y su hermano Froylán. Mario era el mejor abuelo del...
Marianne Filisko
Apr 15, 2024
Marianne Filisko (Franke)
Marianne Filisko (nee Franke), age 86, passed away peacefully, Monday, April 15, 2024, at home with family at her side. This much-loved mother and hard-working woman is now able to rest. She was preceded in death by her father and mother, Aloisia and Wilhelm Franke; and her brother, Wilhelm Franke. All were of Germany.
Marianne is survived by many...
Paul T. Yack
Apr 15, 2024
Paul T. Yack “Terry” “Yacko,” age 67, at rest on Monday, April 15, 2024 with his loving wife by his side.
Paul is survived by his wife, Sharon (nee Lesnik); sons, Brook Melvin and Jason Lakotich; grandchildren, Haley and Aron Melvin, David, Amanda, Karla and Natalie Ceja and Kelsey Fortman; his “little buddies” Savannah Nabors (great-granddaughter) and Rachel Martinez (great-niece); and...
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