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Joliet, IL Obituaries
Local obituaries for the Joliet, IL area
Mary Vella-Chang
Sep 27, 2025
Mary Vella-Chang, age 88, passed away at Willow Falls Senior Living under hospice care on Saturday, September 27, 2025 after a brief illness of dementia.
She is survived by her brother, Dominic (June) Vella; nephews, Dominic Jr. (Lory), Michael (Jill) Vella; aunt, Elda (the late John) Caruso; many great and great-great nieces, nephews and cousins.
Preceded in death by her parents, Nicole...
Diane "Dee" Craig
Sep 26, 2025
Diane “Dee” Craig age 75, lifelong resident of Joliet, IL, passed away at Good Samaritan Hospital in Downers Grove, IL on September 26, 2025. She was born on May 11, 1950 to her father Andrew Shroba and mother Mary Shroba (née Hresko) in Joliet.
Diane worked hard during her life to provide for her three children, whom she raised in Joliet....
Hilario Almaraz Contreras
Sep 30, 2025
Hilario Almaraz Contreras, de 74 años, falleció pacíficamente en su residencia el martes 30 de septiembre de 2025, rodeado de su querida familia.
Nacido de Saturnino Almaraz y Juana Contreras, Hilario vivió una vida dedicada a la fe, la familia y el trabajo arduo. Le preceden en muerte sus amados padres, así como sus hermanos Amanda Almaraz y Bejamín Almaraz y...
Rosalie Charletta
Sep 28, 2025
Rosalie Charletta (née Darmata) passed away in the peaceful environment provided by Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care in Joliet on September 28, 2025 while supported by her loving daughters. She was born in Joliet, IL to her father Luigi Darmata and her mother Anna Darmata.
Rosalie was a devoted wife and a loving and protective mother to her two girls....
Arnulfo "Nufo" Cardenas
Sep 26, 2025
Arnulfo “Nufo” Cárdenas , de 47 años, falleció el Viernes 26 de Septiembre de 2025.
Arnulfo fue un hombre lleno de vida que disfrutaba jugar voleibol, bailar, cocinar, escuchar música y pasar tiempo con su familia. También le gustaba leer,basilar, tomar sus tragos y visitar su adorado Rancho La Tuna. Conocido por su generosidad, tocó la vida de muchos a su...
Antonio Brandolino
Sep 24, 2025
Antonio “Tony” Brandolino, age 92, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, September 24, 2025 at home with his loving and dedicated family by his side after a courageous battle with Dementia and Prostate Cancer.
Survived by his loving children, Fiore (Cindy), Tony and Linda (Joe) Troha; cherished grandchildren, Jeff (Lara), Daniel (Alejandra), Stephanie, Tyler (Kacie); precious great-grandchildren, Taylor, Christian, Alyssa, Julius, Marco,...
Maryann L. Brookman
Sep 23, 2025
Maryann L. Brookman (née Jahneke), lifelong resident of Joliet at age 78, passed away peacefully in her family’s home on September 23, 2025. She was born to her father John Jahneke and her mother Catherine Jahneke (née Svetlecic), in Joliet, on June 2, 1947.
Maryann was a devoted wife, mother, and grandma who cared deeply for her family and worked her...
Josephine Anna Orlovich
Sep 18, 2025
Josephine Anna Orlovich (nee Gioannini) age 90, fell asleep in the Lord on September 18, 2025 at Lightways Hospice.
Born and lived her entire life in Joliet and the Joliet area.
Josephine attended the Joliet Public Schools (K-8); graduated from Joliet Township High School (Class of 1953); Joliet Junior College (Class of 1955); received her Bachelor's and Master's degrees at the College...
William John "Bill" Porter
Sep 16, 2025
William J. “Bill” Porter, age 83, of Plainfield, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2025, after a brief illness.
Born in Joliet and raised in Lockport, Bill made his home in Plainfield for the past 55 years. He was a retired pipefitter and welder and a proud 50-year member of Local 422/597. Bill was also an active member of the South...
Mary Lucille Gaydos
Sep 12, 2025
Mary Lucille Gaydos (née Forkal), age 70 of Shorewood, IL passed away Friday, September 12, 2025 after a courageous fight against cancer. She passed peacefully at Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care in Joliet, IL while surrounded by family.
She was born in Joliet, IL on August 16, 1955 to the late Michael and Ellen J. Forkal (née Moroney). Growing up...
Carole A. O'Reilly
Sep 12, 2025
Carole A. O’Reilly, age 77 of Lockport, IL, returned to the Lord in peace after an extended battle with Alzheimer’s Disease on September 12, 2025. Carole was born in Chicago, IL on January 15, 1948 to her father Philip Phistry and her mother Ethel Phistry (née Donofrio).
Carole was a loving mother, and a devoted wife and best friend to her...
August "Augie" Juricic
Sep 9, 2025
Augie passed away on September 9, 2025. A jack-of-all-trades, he will be remembered for his ability to make anything out of nothing. He loved fiercely and was willing to help anyone wherever he could. A graduate of Joliet Central High School class of 1973, he was drafted to the Chicago Cubs shortly after following his love of baseball. However, his...
Clarence R. Moon Jr. (Brother Moon)
Sep 7, 2025
Clarence R. Moon Jr. “Brother Moon”, age 84, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 7, 2025, surrounded by his family.
Bob, lived a life devoted to his family, always putting their needs above his own and making countless sacrifices to ensure their happiness. A lifelong avid Cubs fan, he found joy in cheering for his team and treasured the times he...
James R. Marcum
Sep 5, 2025
James R. Marcum, “old Papa”, age 98 years 7 months and 5 days, passed away peacefully at home while surrounded by family on September 5, 2025. James was born in Frazer, Kentucky on February 1, 1927 to his parents Isaac and Alma Marcum (nee Taylor).
Jim was born and raised in rural Kentucky in Wayne County. In his heart this was...
Jacqueline A. Tucci
Sep 2, 2025
Jacqueline A. Tucci (née Adler) of Crest Hill, age 68, passed away peacefully in her home while surrounded by members of her loving family on September 2, 2025. She was born to her father Joseph L. Adler and mother Joanne M. Adler (née Biddle) in Joliet, IL on April 15, 1957.
Jackie was a lifelong resident of Joliet and Crest Hill....
Mildred T. Pruss
Aug 29, 2025
Mildred T. “Millie” Pruss (née Gecan) age 97, of Joliet, Illinois, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 29, 2025.
Born May 5, 1928 in Joliet, Illinois, Millie was the daughter of Charles and Anna Gecan (née Surinak). She was raised and educated in Joliet, graduating as a member of the Class of 1946 from Joliet Township High School, and was always...
Mary Ann Ragusa
Aug 29, 2025
Mary Ann Ragusa, age 86, a lifelong resident of Joliet and a resident of The Timbers in Shorewood for the past three years, passed away on Friday, August 29.
Family was everything to Mary Ann. She was a cherished and loving mother to Linda (John)Bowers, Marc (Debra) Ragusa, Lori (Paul) Maticic, Carrie (Robert) Baldacci, and John Ragusa. She was also a...
Joseph C. Boban Sr.
Aug 26, 2025
Joseph C. Boban Sr., age 95 of Joliet, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, August 26, 2025. He was born July 23, 1930 in Joliet, IL, the son of George Boban and Anna Boban (née Farkas).
Joe was a loving and faithful husband to Dorothy Boban (née Denewellis) for over 65 years. In most recent conversations with him, he still professed his...
Mario C. Manzo
Aug 23, 2025
Mario C. Manzo of Joliet, age 73, passed away unexpectedly in his home on August 23, 2025. He was born on May 12, 1952 in Mexico to his father Javier Manzo and his mother Olivia Manzo (née Contreras).
Mario married his wife Nelida and the two of them together raised their two children in Joliet for decades. He retired from Railway...
Catherine M. Swanson
Aug 21, 2025
Catherine Marie (Sraj) Swanson, 64, a lifelong resident of Joliet, Illinois, passed away unexpectedly on August 21, 2025. Born May 24, 1961, to Anthony and Sophie Sraj, she graduated from St. Francis Academy in 1979.
Catherine married the love of her life, Charles “Chuck” Swanson III. She was a devoted mother to Jason Douglas Sraj, Charles Swanson IV, and Samanthajo Swanson,...
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