Joliet, IL Obituaries

Nov 19, 2016

Robert Oliver Jones, age 93, at rest Saturday, November 19, 2016.

Born, Peoria, IL. World War II Veteran, Purple Heart Recipient and Army Commendation Medals. Attended Peoria Spalding Institute, St. Benedict’s and University of Missouri. Employee of Sears, Roebuck & Co. and retired in ’81. Past residences: Brookfield, Indian Head Park, Lake Hinsdale, Fort Pierce and Port...

Nov 10, 2016

Everett T. Henry, age 92 passed away on Thursday, November 10, 2016.

Everett is survived by his two loving sons, Jim (Wendy) Henry and Paul Henry; grandchildren, Michael, Kevin, Brian, Nicholas and Ryan Henry; special companion, JoAnne Klosowski; devoted caregiver, Anne Nguyen; numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by his beloved wife, Bernadine Henry...

Nov 8, 2016

Ralph L. “LeVerne” Nash, age 89, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, November 8, 2016 surrounded by his loving family.

Ralph is survived by his beloved wife of 67 years, Mae Rose (nee Gregorash); loving children, Dr. Kenneth (the late Robin) Nash, Deborah Smith, William R. Nash, Janice (Dale) Blachford, and Cheryl (Rusty) Schelling; 18 cherished grandchildren;...

Nov 6, 2016

Michael N. Hritz, age 38, entered into eternal life on Sunday, November 6, 2016 due to complications from an infection.

Michael is survived by his loving parents, Robert and Jackie (nee Lake) Hritz; beloved fiancée, Erin McKibben and the girls, Lily, Abbey, Sammy, and Eden; dear siblings, Joseph (Mandy Grover) Hritz and Amanda (Steve) Perion; as well...

Nov 4, 2016

Bernadine T. Ukovich (nee Ward), age 92, entered into eternal life on Friday, November 4, 2016.

Bernadine is survived by her loving children, Joyce (Robert) Vicich, Robert (Susan), and Mary Fran (Gary) Schild; cherished grandchildren, Jill (Michael) Breneman, Emily (Brian) Petronio, Deborah (Robert) Zelinski, Jennifer (Dan) Jungles, Michael Schild, and Cory Schild; cherished great-grandchildren, Joseph Breneman, Elijah...

Nov 1, 2016

Mary Ann Prieboy (Lajcin) age 91 years, passed away November 1, 2016 at Salem Village Nursing Home.

Preceded in death by her parents; husband, Andrew J. Prieboy; son, Dennis; sister, Cecelia Melovic; two brothers, John and Tony Lajcin; grandson, Jeffrey Prieboy.

Survived by two sons, Andrew Jr. (Judy) Prieboy and Tony (Carla) Prieboy of Florida;...

Nov 1, 2016

Glen A. Marcum, age 56, at rest on Tuesday, November 1, 2016 surrounded by his loving family.

Glen is survived by his beloved wife of 34 years, Patricia (nee Seeman) Marcum; children, Brett (Samantha) Marcum, Patrick Marcum, Allison (Ben) Gunnink and Tyler (Beth) Marcum; father, James R. Marcum; siblings, Brad (Kim) Marcum and Diane (Dave) Zuelke; Sisters-in-law,...

Oct 30, 2016

Lois A. Hennings (nee Fandak), age 75, entered into eternal life on Sunday, October 30, 2016 with her loving family by her side.

Lois is survived by her beloved husband of 57 years, James N. Hennings; loving daughters, Anne (Michael) Murray and Lynn (Chester) Wartenberg; cherished grandchildren, Jennifer (Jason) Crisostomo and Lindsey (Doug) Donaway, Angela (Adam Gerencher),...

Oct 29, 2016

Glenn E. Wilson, age 26, entered into eternal life on Saturday, October 29, 2016.

Glenn is survived by his loving children, Connor and Kassidy; beloved fiancée, Shannon Voitik; loving mother, Sally Ortiz; loving brothers and sisters; as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

Preceded in death by his father, Douglas R. Wilson....

Oct 29, 2016

Jose C. Lopez, age 81, entered into eternal life on Saturday, October 29, 2016 surrounded by his loving family.

Jose is survived by his beloved wife of 46 years, Maria (nee Guzman); loving children, Arturo (Maria), Armando, Marisol (Israel) Diaz, Juan, Joel, and Simon; 15 cherished grandchildren; 7 cherished great-grandchildren; dear brothers, Genaro and Gonzalo Lopez; dear...

Oct 25, 2016

Teddy Daniel Cockburn “Danny,” age 49, entered into his new life on Tuesday, October 25, 2016.

Danny was born in Joliet, IL and was raised in Lockport, IL. As an adult he resided in Sevierville, TN, where he was a lifelong truck driver, passionate Democrat and an avid conversationalist.

Danny is survived by his two...

Oct 25, 2016

Linda K. Sternisha (nee Powell), age 68, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, October 25, 2016 surrounded by her loving family.

Linda is survived by her loving children, Kelly, Erik (Maneesha), and Alan Sternisha; cherished grandchildren, Caitlin Barnhardt and Avani Sternisha; loving mother, Avis Powell (nee Gladstone); dear sister, Laura (Joseph) Huntington.

Preceded in death...

Oct 22, 2016

Martin A. Urba, LCPC, CAADC, age 64, entered into eternal life on Saturday, October 22, 2016.

Martin is survived by one brother, Tom (Sharon) Urba; one sister, Dolores (the late Adolph) Barauskas; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Preceded in death by his parents, Charles and Julia (nee Stoskus) Urba; brother, Charles...

Oct 20, 2016

Mary B. Vancina (nee Konc), age 90, at rest on Thursday, October 20, 2016 with her loving family by her side.

Mary is survived by her children, Sharon Zimmerman, Terri (Robert) Punke; grandchildren, Sarah (Matt) Olson and Michael Zimmerman, Cameron, Joshua, Griffin and Elise Punke; numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her husband,...

Oct 16, 2016

Carol L. Koniuszy (nee Babecky), age 84, passed away peacefully surrounded by her loving family on Sunday, October 16, 2016.

Carol is survived by her beloved husband of 62 years, Raymond Koniuszy; children, Cindi (Dan) Larson, Cory (James) Tromp, Carol Lynn (Bill) Long, James (Karen) Koniuszy and Kenneth (Linda) Koniuszy; grandchildren, Erika (Michael) Todd, Brock and Evan...

Oct 15, 2016

James Dale Brown, age 57, entered into eternal life on Saturday, October 15, 2016 surrounded by his loving family.

James is survived by his loving mother, Gladys Lakotich (nee Dean); loving sister, Donna (Thomas) Bourg; loving daughters, Julie Poker, Karen Zimmer, and Wendy Brown; beloved nephew, Dakota Adams; beloved niece, Brittany Adams; cherished grandchildren, Krista, Alyssa, Clara,...

Oct 14, 2016

Dolores M. Frankovich (nee Zelko), age 91, entered into eternal life on Friday, October 14, 2016.

Dolores is survived by her loving children, Mark (Sandie) Frankovich, Jane (Lawrence) Kuzma, and Mary Ellen (Douglas) Harmon; cherished grandchildren, Shannon, Shane, Michael, Lisa, Katherine, Keenan, Reanna, Dewayne, Lexi, Alex, Alana, and Austin; 10 cherished great-grandchildren; dear sister, Lillian (the late...

Oct 13, 2016

Joseph A. Hrubos, age 85, entered into eternal life on Thursday, October 13, 2016.

Joseph is survived by his beloved wife of 57 years, Lorraine (nee Sefcik); loving daughter, Mary Jane (William) Worek. He was the proud grandfather of two boys, Christopher and Michael Worek; uncle and guardian to Anthony Panella; dear brother-in-law to Isabel (George) Sefcik...

Oct 9, 2016

Sheri Lynn Colvin, age 41, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, October 9, 2016.

Sheri is survived by her loving son, Ricky Peters; loving mother, Bonnie Colvin (nee LeStronge); dear sister, Jennifer Colvin; dear nephews, Jayden, Gavin, and Jaxx; loving boyfriend, David Maticic; as well as numerous cousins.

Preceded in death by her father, Cary Colvin;...

Oct 9, 2016

Jacob “Jack” Pawchak, age, 80, born December 1, 1935, passed away peacefully in his home on Sunday, October 9, 2016 in Monticello, IN.

He is survived by his beloved companion, Judy Dutko; loving children, Jacob, Philip, Kim, and Donna (Rich Lee) Wireman; cherished grandchildren, Jacob, Deanna, Aaron, Christin, Joshua, James, Tori, and Tyler ; cherished great-grandchildren, Ewan...