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Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
John DelRose
Dec 20, 2024
John DelRose, age 72 of Plainfield, passed away on December 20, 2024, after an extended illness, in his Plainfield home while surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 22, 1952 in Joliet, IL to his parents Pasquale DelRose and Rosemary DelRose (nee Sears).
John and his wife Rose enjoyed forty-seven years of marriage together before his passing. The...
Audrey Marie Spyrnal
Dec 16, 2024
Audrey M. Spyrnal (nee Zdych), age 76, late of the East Side and formerly of Burnside, entered into eternal life suddenly on Monday, December 16, 2024.
She was preceded in death by her loving husband of 45 years, Ronald R. Spyrnal, her parents, Thaddeus and Tillie (nee Zivkovich) Zdych, and her brother Robert Zdych.
Audrey is survived by her devoted son Thaddeus...
Drew Sebastian Abernathy
Dec 13, 2024
Drew Sebastian Abernathy, 35, of Joliet, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on Friday, December 13, 2024. His sudden passing has left a deep sorrow in the hearts of all who knew him.
He was a vibrant, compassionate person with an infectious smile and an open heart. Drew’s warmth, generosity, and unwavering loyalty made him a beloved husband, friend, brother, son, and confidant....
Manuel Jesus Castillo Gonzalez
Dec 13, 2024
A celebration of Manuel’s life will be held on Thursday, December 19, 2024 at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Funeral services will be held on Friday, December 20, 2024 at 11;00 a.m. at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Church ,205 E Jackson St, Joliet, IL for a Mass of Christian burial with burial...
Douglas R. Harmon
Dec 12, 2024
Douglas R. Harmon, age 66, entered into eternal life, suddenly, on Thursday, December 12th, 2024.
Douglas is survived by his devoted wife of 33 years, Mary Ellen Harmon (Frankovich), adoring children, Alana and Austin Harmon, brother Steve (Kathy) Harmon, and many cherished nieces, nephews and cousins.
He is preceded in death by his father, Robert H. Harmon, mother, Joanne E. Harmon-Davis (Northrup), and...
Maria Socorro Arriaga Sandoval
Dec 12, 2024
A celebration of Maria’s life will be held on Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at Tezak Funeral Home, 1211 Plainfield Road, Joliet from 4:00 p.m. until 8:00 p.m.
Chapel prayers will be held on Thursday December 19, 2024 at 9:45 a.m. then driving in procession to St. John the Baptist Catholic Church in Joliet, IL for a Mass of Christian Burial to...
John "Jack" A. Birsa Sr.
Dec 11, 2024
John A. “Jack” Birsa, Sr., age 86, of Joliet passed away December 11, 2024 surrounded by his loving family at Lightways Hospice Home. Jack is survived by his wife of 60 years Mary Jane (nee Niewinski), his children Kathleen (Michael) Guglielmucci, Lisa (James) Hurd and John (Debra) Birsa Jr., his sisters Dorothy (late-Alex) Tomasino and Ellen (late-Don) Seeman, his grandchildren...
Steven R. Kochalka
Dec 10, 2024
Steven R. Kochalka, born February 11, 1946, at rest December 10, 2024.
Survived by his loving wife of 48 years, Carol (Derkovitz); loving father of Theresa Cummings, Laura (Derek) Fennell, and Steven G. Kochalka (Carmen Montenegro); beloved grandfather of Katelyn, Isabelle, Josephine, Andrew, Seth and Paulino; one sister, Sue Flavin; and numerous nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by...
James John Dallavia
Nov 29, 2024
James J. Dallavia,57, passed away unexpectedly on Friday November 29th 2024 at Ascension Saint Joseph, Joliet, IL.
James graduated from Mt. Zion High School class of 1985. He received his apprenticeship license from The International Brotherhood of Painters in 1995. He worked for Talaga Decorating as a union painter for 15 years and also worked at Acorn Pharmaceutical, Monarch Landing, and...
Richard G. Terlep
Nov 25, 2024
Richard G. Terlep, age 83, of Carol Stream, IL passed away on November 25, 2024 at Central DuPage Hospital. Richard was born on December 22, 1940 in Joliet to Martin and Hattie Marie (Speaker) Terlep. He married Barbara Moerbe on December 26, 1961. They built a house and raised their family in Joliet where they lived until 2016.
Richard loved sports...
Phyllis M. Terlep
Nov 24, 2024
Phyllis Terlep, age 92, peacefully passed away on Sunday, November 24, 2024, at her home, surrounded by her loving family.
She was preceded in death by her husband, Robert F. Terlep; parents, Julius and Jennie (nee Mont) Stanislaus, three brothers, Herbert, David (in infancy), Edward Stanislaus, and one sister, Rita (nee Stanislaus) Leone.
Phyllis is survived by her devoted daughter, Lynn Clausen;...
Josefina Meza
Nov 20, 2024
Josefina Meza, age 82 of Joliet, passed away at Adventist Hospital in Bolingbrook on November 20, 2024. She was born in Guadalajara, Jalisco in Mexico on March 19, 1942 to her parents Francisco Ramirez and Eustolia Ruiz.
Josefina met and married, the great love of her life, Oscar Meza. Together, the two of them raised a big, beautiful family in Chicago...
Jack Banks Jr.
Nov 19, 2024
Jack Banks Jr., age 78, of Joliet passed on November 19, 2024 at Silver Cross Hospital. Jack was born in Jonestown, Mississippi to Jack Banks Sr. and Eva Mae Banks (nee Taylor) on March 10, 1946.
Jack worked for many years for the Santa Fe Railroad Company and most recently retired from the Mother Theresa Home Assisted Living Facility in Lemont,...
Ruben De La Torre Jr.
Nov 16, 2024
It is with our deepest sorrow and heavy hearts that we must announce the tragic passing of our beloved Ruben De La Torre Junior on November 16, 2024 at the age of 40. Ruben Jr. was a cherished family member and his untimely departure has left a void in our lives that words cannot begin to express.
Born on February 12,...
Frances C. Hibler
Nov 11, 2024
Frances C. Hibler, age 94, passed away peacefully at Lightways Hospice in Joliet, IL on November 11, 2024. She was born in Joliet, IL to her parents John Bauc and Marija Bauc (nee Gudac) on March 6, 1930.
Frances was a lifelong Joliet resident. She met her husband, the late Ralph Hibler Sr., at Malnar’s Tap. The two fell in love...
Beatriz De La Torre Muñoz
Nov 11, 2024
Beatriz De La Torre Muñoz, beloved mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and great-great-grandmother. Beatriz passed away peacefully on November 11, 2024, surrounded by her loving family in Joliet, Illinois. She was 89 years old.
Born on January 30, 1935, in Jalisco, Mexico, Beatriz was the cherished daughter of J. Asuncion De La Torre and Valentina Muñoz. She was united in marriage to Florencio...
Janet C. Liebermann
Nov 11, 2024
Janet C. Liebermann (nee Smrekar), age 60, passed away suddenly on Monday, November 11, 2024.
Janet is survived by her loving husband, Kurt A. Liebermann; son, Kurt E. Liebermann; daughter, Rebecca “Becky” Liebermann; grandchildren, Luke, Camryn, Cole and Brody; parents, Richard and Carol Smrekar; and sister, Deborah Smrekar.
Preceded in death by her sister, Karen Farr; brother-in-law, Louis B. Liebermann; and mother...
Isidro Torres Ceja
Nov 11, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Isidro Torres Ceja, age 101, who peacefully passed away on Monday, November 11, 2024, in Bolingbrook, Illinois, surrounded by his loving family. Isidro lived a life filled with resilience, compassion, and devotion to his family, leaving behind a legacy of love and strength.
Visitation will be held on Thursday, November...
Maria "Carmen" Oliva
Nov 9, 2024
Maria “Carmen” Oliva, age 81, died on November 9, 2024, at Adventist Health Bolingbrook with many family members by her side. Carmen was born in Jalisco, Mexico on Christmas Eve, December 24, 1942, to her parents Nicolas Flores and Merecedes Angulo.
Carmen left Mexico for the United States in 1996 at the age of 54. She was married to her husband...
Steven Michael Matthews
Nov 7, 2024
Steven Michael Matthews, age 56, passed away on Thursday, November 7, 2024, in Rockdale, IL.
Steven will be remembered for his love of family, his dedication to his work, and his passion for pool. An avid pool player, you may have encountered his amazing shots whenever played. He was a proud member of the union, working as a painter with Local...
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