Joliet, IL Obituaries

Steve Bilo

Apr 6, 2016

Steve Bilo, age 93, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 surrounded by his loving family.

Steve is survived by his beloved wife of over 70 years, Kathryn (nee Topeninska); loving children, Mary J. Bilo and Steve R. Bilo; grandson, Nicholas E. Sohn; dear brother, Walter Bilo; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and cousins....

Lorain R. (Stalmach) Sirovatka

Apr 5, 2016

Lorain R. Sirovatka (nee Stalmach) of Plainfield, age 89, entered into eternal life on Tuesday, April 5, 2016.

Lorain is survived by her beloved husband, Joseph; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, great-nieces, and great-nephews.

Preceded in death by her parents, Adam and Victoria (nee Stock) Stalmach; brothers, Chester (Virginia) and Eugene (Aurelia) Stalmach.

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Mary M. (Del Bianco) Rogina

Apr 4, 2016

Mary M. Rogina (nee Del Bianco), age 92, entered into eternal life on Monday, April 4, 2016.

Mary is survived by her beloved husband of 69 years, Raymond F. Rogina; loving children, Raymond P. (Diane), Michael A. (Sally), and Mark M. (Sandi) Rogina; three cherished grandchildren,  Matthew C. (Anna), Mark R., and Anthony L. Rogina; dear sister,...

John L. Yakich

Apr 3, 2016

A Celebration of John’s life will begin on Wednesday, April 6, 2016 with a visitation from 9:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Rd, Joliet, IL 60435, with Chapel Prayers at 9:45 a.m. then driving in procession to Mater Christi Catholic Church (2431 S. 10th Avenue, North Riverside, IL) for a Mass of Christian Burial...

Carol D. Skul

Apr 2, 2016

Carol Skul, 81, of Marseilles, passed away Saturday, April 2, 2016 at Rivershores Nursing Home in Marseilles.

Carol was born on February 26, 1935, in Streator, IL.  She was the daughter of Michael and Caroline (Gould) Gaydos.  She married Frank Skul on October 24, 1953.

Carol was retired from Krogers (formerly Eagles) and was former...

Elaine C. (Cuprisin) Black

Apr 2, 2016

Elaine C. Black (nee Cuprisin), 76 of Monee, Illinois, died on April 2, 2016 at St. James Hospital after suffering a brief illness.

Born on June 1, 1939, she was the daughter of John and Helen Cuprisin; and sister to John, David, Kenneth and Timothy. She was the wife of William Black; and mother to Edward (Carmen)...

Joseph J. Ginejko

Mar 27, 2016

Joseph James Ginejko, 90, born at his parent’s home on Bluff Street in Joliet, Illinois on April 18th, 1925, died peacefully in his home in Plainfield, Illinois on Easter Sunday, March 27, 2016.

Joseph attended Holy Cross grade school in Joliet, from where he received a scholarship to Joliet Catholic High School.  After graduation, Joseph proudly served...

Raymond J. Wilda

Mar 25, 2016

Raymond J. Wilda, age 85, of Joliet, passed away Friday, March 25, 2016 at Joliet Area Community Hospice Home after a brief battle with Kidney Disease.

Survived by his four sons, Mike (Karen), Pat (Kathy), Dan (Sue), Steve (fiancé Dawn Shepardson); two daughters, Ginny (Bob) Babecki, Peggy (Gary) Medlyn; one sister, Ida Nelson; also survived by numerous...

Ann V. (Hanis) Furto

Mar 24, 2016

Ann V. (nee Hanis) Furto, age 93, entered into eternal life on Thursday, March 24, 2016 at her residence.

Ann is survived by her beloved husband of 63 years, Frank Furto; loving daughters, Kathleen “Kathy” (Dick) Pucel, Susanne (Tim) Brody, Marilyn (Paul Jr.) Rak, and Francine Blackburn; nine cherished grandchildren, Shane (Edna) Pucel, Aaron Pucel, Mira Brody,...

Josefina Hinojosa

Mar 24, 2016

A Celebration of Josefina's life will begin with a visitation on Saturday, March 26, 2016 from 10:00 a.m. until the time of funeral service at 12:00 p.m. at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Rd, Joliet, IL 60435. Per Josefina's wishes, cremation rites will be accorded.

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Loretta T. (McMaster) Ferguson

Mar 24, 2016

Loretta T. Ferguson (nee McMaster), age 81 at rest on Thursday, March 24, 2016.

Loretta is survived by her beloved husband, Eugene R. Ferguson; children, Thomas E. (the late Renee) Ferguson, Patrick (Eileen) Ferguson; grandchildren, Corey and Christopher Ferguson; great-grandchildren, Cheyanne and Shae.

Preceded in death by her parents, John and Mary McMaster; daughter-in-law, Renee...

Nannette J. (Long) Konjevich

Mar 23, 2016

Nannette J. Konjevich (nee Long), age 75, entered into eternal life on Wednesday, March 23, 2016.

Nannette is survived by her beloved husband of 48 years, Donald Konjevich; loving daughter, Karla (Kelly) Martin; loving son, Matthew (Connie) Konjevich; dear siblings, Charlotte (Ronald) Johnson and James (Judy) Long; cherished grandchildren, Kraig (Jenna) Martin, Blair, Emma, and Andrew Konjevich;...

Francis H. Kurtz

Mar 23, 2016

Francis H. Kurtz, age 73, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, March 23, 2016 with his loving family by his side.

Francis is survived by his loving wife of 53 years, Patricia (nee Spillie); children, Alan Kurtz of Alpha, MI, Lynn Kurtz and Marla Kurtz; grandchildren, Elizabeth and Zachary Kurtz, Emily, Katy and Cody Kurtz; great-grandchildren, Colton, Hunter,...

Elvira "Veda" R. Guzman

Mar 22, 2016

Elvira R. “Veda” Guzman, age 68, entered into eternal life, Tuesday, March 22, 2016.

Elvira is survived by Francisco Guzman; two sons, Adrian and Armando; granddaughter, Taylor Lynn-Guzman; mother, Eudelia (nee Hernandez) Asa; siblings, Delores Hernandez, David (Debbie) Hernandez, Rachel (Jaime) Manzo, Anna (Thomas Platt) Gooday, and Virginia (Eugene) Luna; as well as numerous nieces, nephews, and...

Dorothy Shepich

Mar 19, 2016

Dorothy  Shepich (nee Pribish), age 86, entered into eternal life on Saturday, March 19, 2016 with her loving family by her side.

Dorothy is survived by her loving daughter, Karen Shepich; as well as numerous nieces and nephews.

Preceded in death by her husband, Walter J. Shepich; parents, Samuel and Pauline Pribish; siblings, Mary (Andy)...

Diane Marie Wynne

Mar 18, 2016

Diane M. Wynne, age 73, entered into eternal life on Friday, March 18, 2016.

Diane is survived by many dear cousins and friends.

Preceded in death by her parents, Howard and Matilda (nee Bauer) Wynne; and brother, Thomas Wynne.

Diane was employed for many years at KSKJ Life. She was also a longtime...

James T. ("Bud") Berta Jr.

Mar 15, 2016

James T. Berta Jr. (Bud), 86 yrs. passed away peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones on Tuesday March 15, 2016 at Joliet Area Hospice. Preceded in death by his parents, James and Mary Berta and one beloved daughter Lili DePratt.  Survived by his loving and devoted wife of 66 years, Betty (Denewellis) Berta.  His beautiful life will forever be...

Charles W. Bokar

Mar 11, 2016

Charles W. Bokar, of Plainwell, MI passed away on Friday, March 11, 2016 at the age of 86.

Charlie was born on April 13, 1929 in Cleveland, OH. He was the son of Charles and Lottie (Szczepanek) Bokar. Charles graduated from South High School in 1947. He excelled in basketball and baseball during his high school years....

Fred S. Wlodarski

Mar 8, 2016

Fred S. Wlodarski, age 70, entered into eternal rest on Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at Presence St. Joseph Medical Center in Joliet.

Fred is preceded in death by his parents, Peter and Josephine Wlodarski as well as numerous aunts, uncles, nieces, nephews, and cousins.

He is survived by his wife of 38 years, Donna (nee...

John S. Horvat

Mar 8, 2016

John S. Horvat, age 85, at rest on Tuesday, March 8, 2016.

Survived by his two sons, James (Sue) Horvat and Daniel (Mary) Horvat; 10 grandchildren, Amy (Jon McCormick) Smith, Renee (Jim) Wuttke, Kristin (Matt) Middleton, Kyle (Miriam Leon) Horvat, Courtney Horvat, Callie Horvat, Zak Horvat, Gina (Charlie) Martin, Kevin and Paul Frieh, and Tony Slobodnik; 12...